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I always thought a lot of her but was afraid she wouldn't stay. The slow pace early played into her hands, and Johnny King gave her a great ride and took his time,. She could go for the mares' Listed race here. I'd say she will handle soft ground, and they have done a great job here with the ground. It is a credit to them. Aidan Anthony Howard, trainer

John J Fitzpatrick, rider of May Down trained by J. Woods, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his saddle slipped soon after the start. The Stewards interviewed Mr P.J. Cawley, rider of Messie, 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 Mr P.J. Cawley was in breach of R10(3)(b) by the continued hitting of a horse after it's chance of winning or being placed was clearly gone and consequently suspended him for 1 raceday having taken his recent record into consideration. Furthermore the Stewards advised Mr P.J. Cawley concerning his responsibility to report at first instance anything that may have affected his mounts performance. The Stewards interviewed Mr J.P. Dowling, rider of Zagress, 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 Mr J.P. Dowling was in breach of R10(3)(b) by the continued hitting of his mount after his chance of winning or being placed was clearly gone and consequently cautioned him having taken his clean previous record into consideration.

An I.N.H. Flat race for four, five, six and seven yrs old that have not won a *race
Weights - 4-y-o 11st 10lb; 5, 6 and 7-y-o 12st; Mares allowed 7lb
Riders - Qualified under I.N.H.S. Rules Professional under I.N.H.S. Rules (other than apprentices) who have not lost the right to claim the 7lb allowance under Rule 52 (iii) (up to and including 23rd September) may also ride in this race.