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K.M. Donoghue, rider of La Malmason, trained by Gavin Cromwell, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was carried across the track in the closing stages

J.C. Gainford, rider of Nephin Beg, trained by Sean Thomas Doyle, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount got tired quickly

The Raceday Stewards enquired into possible interference in the closing stages of this race involving Sa Fureur, ridden by Mr R. James, placed first, and La Malmason, ridden by K.M. Donoghue, placed second, where it appeared interference may have occurred. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. K.M. Donoghue stated that he received gradual pressure from his inside which resulted in him being brought across the track. Mr. R

James stated that his mount jumped the last hurdle and ran green but felt he did all he could to keep his mount straight. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards made no alterations to the Judges placings, and took no further action.

A novice hurdle for five years old and upwards which at entry are rated 115 or less (also open to horses which at entry are rated 116-125)
Weights - 11st 4lbs
Penalties - Performances before 25th January - for every 1lb above the rating of 115 1lb extra On or after 25th January - for each hurdle race won 7lb extra