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It makes a big difference being able to dictate from the front and we'll see how she comes out of this now. We'll look for something similar next. T Donohue, trainer

The Stewards interviewed Eric Larkin, trainer, in relation to the late arrival of his charge, Oakfield Rose, into the parade ring for this race. Evidence was heard from the trainer concerned, who stated that his rider was delayed while weighing out. As a result, and in addition to having difficulties fitting a tongue tie, he was badly delayed

Having considered the evidence, the Stewards noted the explanation offered and cautioned Eric Larkin regarding his future responsibilities in this regard

The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined Pause And Ponder, trained by W.P. Mullins, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to have pulled its right fore shoe, and was lame on the right fore limb post race

Mr M.J.M. O'Sullivan, rider of Machine Head (USA) trained by Eugene M. O'Sullivan, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount burst a blood vessel

The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined Machine Head (USA), trained by Eugene M. O'Sullivan, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to have had blood on the nose as a result of exercise induced pulmonary haemorrhage post race

D.E. Mullins, rider of Pause And Ponder trained by W.P. Mullins, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount never travelled and pulled up

E.T. Daly, rider of Rock On Barney trained by G.T.Lynch, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount got very tired on the ground and pulled up.

An extended handicap hurdle for three yrs old and upwards rated 80-102
Penalties - Winner of a hurdle race after calculation of the handicap to carry 6lb extra for each hurdle race won.