Fairyhouse Result

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The Raceday Stewards granted a request from J. P. Flavin, trainer of Hit The Frame (GB), for an additional ten minutes to present his charge for identification by an IHRB official in accordance with the provisions of Rule 90

The Raceday Stewards received a report from the Clerk of the Scales that Jordan Canavan, rider of Urbs Intacta Manet, had presented to weigh out at 2lbs overweight, none of which had been declared at declaration time

Evidence was heard from the rider concerned who stated that he has recently done this weight and has no problem doing it. He added that he thought his scales at home were incorrect. J. P. Flavin, trainer of Urbs Intacta Manet, reported that he was happy for Jordan Canavan to put up the overweight. Having considered the evidence the Raceday Stewards allowed Jordan Canavan to take the ride. They were however satisfied that Jordan Canavan was in brech of Rule 198 and having considered his record in this regard (first offence) the Raceday Stewards fined Jordan Canavan €150 on this occasion

A. Balfe, rider of Schiehallion, trained by Dermot Anthony McLoughlin, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung badly right throughout

Jordan Canavan, rider of Urbs Intacta Manet, trained by J.P. Flavin, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was badly hampered at the second last fence. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the matter the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted

The Raceday Stewards interviewed E. Staples, rider of Ceroc, concerning his use of the whip in the closing stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned who stated that his mount was recently clipped and he had used his whip as normal. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence (including veterinary photographic evidence) the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that E. Staples was in breach of Regulation 10.3.f (excessive force) and having considered his record in this regard (first offence) the Raceday Stewards suspended E. Staples for two race days.

An extended handicap steeplechase for four years old and upwards (110 = 11st 12lbs)
Penalties - Winner of a steeplechase after calculation of the handicap shall carry 7lb extra for each steeplechase won.
Riders - Confined to Professional Riders under I.N.H.S. Rules who have not lost the right to claim the allowance under Rule 52. Allowances - (which are not cumulative, up to and including 30th October) Riders who have not ridden the winners of 25 *races allowed...........4lb; Those who have not ridden the winners of 40 *races allowed..........2lb. No allowance under Rule 52 may be claimed. *Including races under any N.H. Rules or Rules of Racing.