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I told a few lads to back him each-way as he was a massive price. He's a well-bred horse and he likes the soft ground. He was fit and well and he jumps well. I was a bit surprised at the price as he does everything well. He's a nice horse . a winter ground type. I wouldn't have run him but for the rain coming recently and he was lucky to get in as he was fifteen in the ballot. R P Burns, trainer

The Stewards interviewed D.N. Russell, rider of Baby King, concerning his use of the whip in this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that the rider was in breach of Regulation 10.3(e), in that he used the whip other than down the shoulder or on the hindquarters and having considered his record, suspended him for three race days. E.J. O'Connell, rider of Shantou Flyer trained by Colin Bowe, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount made a respiratory noise in running. The Stewards interviewed R.M. Power, rider of Portrade, concerning his use of the whip in this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that the rider was in breach of Regulation 10.3(b), in that he continued to use the whip when his chance of winning or being placed had gone and having considered his record, cautioned him as to his future responsibilities in this regard.

A hurdle race for four yrs old and upwards colts and geldings only maidens at starting
Weights - 4-y-o 11st; 5-y-o and up 11st 12lb;