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The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Touch The Moon, trained by William Durkan, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer reported to the Raceday Stewards that Pinkarizon trained by Padraig Butler was found to have blood at both nostrils post race

J.G. Gilligan, rider of Suresuresure, trained by John F. O'Neill, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount travelled on and off the bridle

P.T. Enright, rider of Pinkarizon, trained by Padraig Butler, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount burst a blood vessel

J.P. Shinnick, rider of Beechingstoke, trained by Andrew Slattery, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that the bit came through the mouth of his mount

The Raceday Stewards enquired into the running and riding of Suresuresure, ridden by J.G. Gilligan, and trained by John F. O'Neill. Evidence was heard from the rider and trainer concerned. J.G. Gilligan stated that his instructions were to drop in and run a nice race to finish in the best possible position. He further added that his mount travelled on and off the bridle, ran green throughout, jumping big and bold over a few hurdles and that when he kicked him up into the bridle he ran past tired horses on the way home. John F. O’Neill confirmed the instructions given and expressed his satisfaction with both the performance of horse and rider, further adding that this was his charges first time over hurdles and that his previous bumper form is poor. The Raceday Stewards also received a report from the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer who stated that the animal pulled a front right shoe in running but was otherwise found to be post race normal . Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards noted the explanations offered by both rider and trainer in relation to Rule 212, however they reminded J.G. Gilligan of his responsibility to be seen to make a more substantial effort in his riding in future

A hurdle for four years old and upwards, maidens at starting
Weights - 4-y-o 11st 6lbs 5-y-o and up 11st 12lbs. Mares allowed 7lbs.