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I’m delighted with that. He got a bit of a setback after his run the last day (122 days back). Padraig Roche, trainer

D.F. O'Regan, rider of Magnium trained by A.J.Martin, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount did not let himself down on the ground

Owing to the low elevation of the sun, the Stewards granted permission for fence #2 to be omitted from this race The Stewards enquired into the running and riding of Magnium, ridden by D.F. O'Regan, and trained by A.J.Martin. Evidence was heard from the trainer and rider concerned. A.J. Martin stated that he instructed the rider to drop in behind the leaders but should his mount be too strong he could go on with him. He added that his charge had not run for six months and had encountered many problems during training but today he was in good shape. He advised that his charge must go left handed but probably found the ground too quick for him. D.F. O'Regan, stated that his mount on all known form had the class to win this race but having settled and jumped well he was unable to handle the very quick ground after the third last fence and was outpaced. He expressed his surprise at how well the leaders maintained the strong pace all the way to the finish. The Stewards also received a report from the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer who stated that Magnium was post race normal. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards accepted the explanations offered.

A novice steeplechase for five years old and upwards that are EBF eligible which at entry are rated 114 or less (also open to horses which at entry are rated 115-125)
Weights - 5-y-o 10st 13lbs 6-y-o and up 11st 3lbs
Penalties - Performances in steeplechases before 2nd March - for every 1lb above the rating of 114 1lb extra On or after 2nd March - for each steeplechase won 5lb extra