Clonmel Result

See also » Statesman leads home de Bromhead 1-2
I'm delighted with that as he was very disappointing the last day. It was a bit less competitive today and it suited him and Mark gave him a super ride. The other horse (stablemate Never Complain) making the mistake two out also helped him. I don't think he wants it a whole lot softer than that and I'll speak to Frank (Berry, J.P. McManus' racing manager) about plans. Henry De Bromhead, trainer

The Stewards interviewed B.J. Geraghty, rider, in relation to his riding in the straight. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned who stated that his mount was having his first run back after a wind operation and was ridden to get home. He added that his charge was outpaced,pushed along throughout and ridden out hands and heals after the last fence, without resorting to the whip. He concluded by saying that he was beaten a short head for fourth place and was satisfied that he achieved his best possible place. Following the running of the race Fever Pitch was examined by the Turf Club Veterinary Officer at the request of the Stewards and was found to be post race normal. Having considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that the rider was in breach of Rule 212, having failed to take all reasonable and permissible measures to achieve his best possible place and having considered his record, suspended him for two race days and ordered that he forfeit his riding fee.

A steeplechase for four yrs old and upwards which at entry are rated 123 or less
Weights - 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 5lb
Penalties - Ratings before October 22nd for every 1lb above the rating of 116 1lb extra; On or after October 22nd for each race won 6lb extra; Horses that have not run two times in steeplechases and/or do not have a published handicap steeplechase rating may enter and run at the discretion of the handicapper provided their performances are rated 123 or less.