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The Stewards requested a report from W.J. Burke, trainer as to the apparent improvement in form of My Murphy, placed first, as compared with its recent form. The trainer reported that his charge shied away from the tape and was unable to get a good position at the start on his last run at Leopardstown. He added that the horse did not enjoy being crowded thereafter. Having considered the evidence the Stewards noted the explanations offered. The Stewards interviewed A.E. Lynch, rider, in relation to his riding in the latter stages of this race, where the horse refused the last fence. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned who stated that his mount may have become distracted and taken his eye off the final fence. He added that he was confident at the time that the horse still had sufficient energy left to finish the race and that he would have pulled up had he been in any doubt. Having considered the evidence, the Stewards noted the explanation offered. The Stewards received a report from Mr. P.W.Murtagh , Turf Club Clerk of the Scales, regarding the fact that C.D. Timmons , rider of Nickname Exit (FR) , weighed in at 2.9 lbs overweight. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned. Having considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that the rider was in breach of Rule 231 and they therefore suspended him for one race day.

An extended handicap steeplechase for five yrs old and upwards
Penalties - Winner of a steeplechase or steeplechases after calculation of the handicap shall carry any penalty or penalties which may be allotted by the Handicapper. Alternative Handicap