Naas Results Sat, 11th May, 2019

See also » Tarnawa proves tough in Blue Wind
It was a good performance by her. I thought she'd be hard to beat today,. She's a tough, genuine and stays well. We'll see how she comes out of the race before making a decision about where she goes next. Epsom may be a possibility. The second is a very good filly and it was a good classic trial but we'll just see how she comes out of the race before making any decision where she goes. It's a lovely race to win. Blue Wind was a very special filly. She did Oaks double for me, she was very impressive when she won the Epsom Oaks and then came back and won at the Curragh for us as well. D K Weld, trainer

The Stewards interviewed J.A. Heffernan, rider of Peach Tree, concerning his use of the whip in the latter stages of 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 J.A. Heffernan was in breach of R10(3)(g) by using his whip with excessive frequency. Having taken his previous record into consideration, the Stewards cautioned J.A. Heffernan

The Stewards wished to enquire into a possible breach of R10(3) following a report from Ms Joan Taylor, IHRB Veterinary Officer that Tarnawa, ridden by C.D. Hayes, was found to be marked from the whip on a post race examination. C.D. Hayes accepted the report and the photographic evidence presented. Ms Taylor confirmed that the photographic evidence referred to Tarnawa. C.D. Hayes accepted that he had three previous offences under R10(3) since the new Whip Regulations came into effect. Having considered the Veterinary report and the riders acceptance of his disciplinary record in relation to R10(3), the Stewards in accordance with the provisions of R10(6) referred the matter to the Referrals Committee for consideration.

For three yrs old and upwards fillies only
Weights - 3-y-o 8st 9lb; 4-y-o and up 9st 9lb
Penalties - (to count from 1st June, 2018) Winner of a Group 3 race 3lb extra; Of a Group 2 race or a Group 1 race 5lb extra; Closing Date 3rd April.