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There was a 4/5 shot in the race but we go by the line 'don't be afraid of one horse' and I told the owner we are going to have a go and take them on from the word go. Simon gave him a great ride because he was nearly taken out but sat well and did well to get his stirrup back. I told him bounce out and I support those jockeys that do what they're told. He loves soft ground and we'll go for a novice next, and he'll go chasing next season. Norman Lee, trainer

The Stewards enquired into possible interference at the final hurdle involving Porky Rush, ridden by Mr J.P

Kirwan, placed fifth, Tullyveery Lad, ridden by D. Meyler, placed fourth and Close Enough, ridden by M. Hamill, placed sixth, where it appeared that all horses jumped the flattened panel of hurdles and collided in so doing

Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. M. Hamill stated that he tried to steer his mount to jump the upright panel but the filly went right and jumped the flattened panel causing a collision. D. Meylor stated that similarly his mount went left at this hurdle and jumped the flattened panel causing a collision. Mr. J.P. Kirwan stated that he was in line to jump the flattened panel but received interference from both sides when all three horses jumped the same flattened panel. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that any interference was accidental in nature and made no alteration to the Judges placings and took no further action

The Stewards enquired into the running and riding of Boherlug, ridden by C.A. Landers, and trained by Michael J

McDonagh. Evidence was heard from the rider and trainer's representative concerned. Jamie Ivors, Authorised representative for Michael J. McDonagh, stated that this animal had been acquired from another trainer last Friday

Having viewed the video of his only previous run the rider was instructed to ride the animal rear to mid division, get him to settle, creep into the race and do his best. C.A. Landers, rider, confirmed the instructions and explained his riding while reviewing the video with the Stewards. He stated that he jumped off from a wide position but his mount was keen from flagfall. He added that he met some interference on the downhill run on the first circuit when his mount had latched onto the bit. He was satisfied with his position until crossing the top of the track where his mount hit a flat spot and did not respond to his urgings until staying on past tired horses in the closing stages. He felt that he could not have been any closer than his finishing position. The Stewards also received a report from the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer who stated that Boherlug was post race normal. Samples were taken for analysis. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards noted the explanations.

A hurdle for five years old and upwards, maidens at starting
Weights - 12st Mares allowed 7lbs