Downpatrick Results Sun, 29th Mar, 2026

See also » Born Braver conquers for Cromwell in Ulster National

The Raceday Stewards requested a report from Gavin Cromwell, trainer, as to the apparent improvement in form of Born Braver, placed first, as compared with its most recent run at Punchestown on the 15th of February. Justin McGovern, Authorised Representative for the trainer reported that the better ground today may have contributed to the apparent improvement in form. Having considered the report the Raceday Stewards noted the explanation given

A. Harvey, rider of Bodhisattva, trained by John C. McConnell, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was badly hampered by the faller at halfway

The Raceday Stewards interviewed Caragh Monaghan, rider of I A Connect, concerning her use of the whip in the closing stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned who accepted she was in breach of the whip Regulation and apologised for her actions. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that Caragh Monaghan was in breach of R.10.3(g)(frequency) and having considered her clean record in this regard, they suspended her for two racedays

The Raceday Stewards received a report from the IHRB Veterinary Officer, Dr. L. Ferguson where it appeared Solly Attwell ridden by D.J Gilligan had whip marks on its hind quarters post race. The Raceday Stewards interviewed D.J. Gilligan concerning his use of the whip. Evidence was was heard from the rider concerned and the IHRB Veterinary Officer Dr. L. Ferguson who showed photographic evidence of her findings. D.J. Gilligan stated that his mount acted up in the box on the way to the races but could offer no explanation as to why the horse was marked. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards found D.J

Gilligan was in breach of R.10.3(f)(force) and having considered his clean record in this regard, they suspended him for two racedays.

An extended handicap steeplechase for five years old and upwards that at entry have run at least four times in steeplechases (140 = 11st 12lbs)
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.