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He was bought as a foal and I thought he was nice horse but I haven't had a bumper horse that has run any sort of a good race for quite a while. I was hopefully rather than confident coming here but I do think he is a nice horse with a lot of improvement in him. E J O'Grady, trainer

The Stewards interviewed Mr M. Fahey, rider of Rathmuck Native, concerning his use of the whip in 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 the rider was in breach of Regulation 10.4 , in that he used the whip without giving his mount time to respond and having considered his record, severely cautioned him regarding his responsibilities in this regard. The Stewards enquired into possible interference coming down the hill and turning into the straight involving Prickly, ridden by Mr K.E. Power, placed first and Rathmuck Native, ridden by Mr M. Fahey, placed second. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards made no alteration to the judges placings, however they were of the opinion that Mr. Power was in breach of Rule 214, in that he rode carelessly and having considered his record, suspended him for two race days. Mr. Neill McGrath absented himself from this enquiry.

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 9lb; 5, 6 and 7-y-o 12st; Mares allowed 7lb
Riders - Qualified under I.N.H.S. Rules