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that was a while coming and for a long time, we were scratching out heads wondering what to do with him. I though we would drop him back to 2m4f and make more use of him, he had gone down the ratings and truth be known, it wasn't the strongest race in the world. He took a run on softish ground at Downpatrick the last day and it helped get his confidence back. We had been at the end of our tether with him to get him healthy but takes minding, is trained out of a field now and they were things we had to learn. In fairness to the handicapper he had given him a chance also. we were in a yard from which I couldn't get him or any of the horses to run well and moved yards last August which has helped. I am currently renting a barn from Cormac Farrell in Bunclody and from August on am taking over the whole yard and will have room for 33 horses - I'll try to fill them. Gearoid O'Loughlin, trainer

The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident on the downhill run on the final circuit involving Francois (FR), ridden by Mr B. Dunleavy, Willywampus, ridden by Mr A.P. Ryan, and Withallduerespect, ridden by Mr P.A

King where it appeared that Willywampus was tight for room between horses. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. In his evidence, Mr A.P. Ryan stated that his mount was struggling to hold his position when receiving pressure and contact from both sides. Mr P.A. King stated that he was riding close to the running rail but his mount was leaning out a little. Mr B. Dunleavy stated that his mount was maintaining an even racing line when receiving a bump from Willywampus. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards took no further action

The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident at the bottom of the hill on the final circuit involving Francois (FR), ridden by Mr B. Dunleavy, and Withallduerespect, ridden by Mr P.A. King where it appeared that Withallduerespect was tight for room and checked. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. In his evidence, Mr P.A. King stated that his mount was leaning out a little from the rails but got pressure from Francois (FR). Mr B. Dunleavy stated that his mount was leaning in a little and got unbalanced for a stride but was quickly corrected

Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards found that Mr B

Dunleavy was in breach of Rule 214 in that he had ridden carelessly. Having considered his record in this regard, the Raceday Stewards suspended Mr B. Dunleavy for one raceday

An extended handicap steeplechase for four years old and upwards rated 0-109
Penalties - Winner of a steeplechase after calculation of the handicap shall carry 7lb extra for each steeplechase won.
Riders - Qualified Riders under I.N.H.S. Rules