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The Stewards enquired into an incident involving Sayde, ridden by D.E. Sheehy, John Honeyman, ridden by C. O'Donoghue, Lady Ravenna, ridden by G.F. Carroll, Norman Wells (GB), ridden by G.P. Halpin, and Milo's Lass, ridden by R.P. Downey. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned, in the presence of Eamon Sheehy, trainer, who accompanied D.E.Sheehy in the Stewards room. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that G.P.Halpin was in breach of Rule 214, in that he rode carelessly and having considered his record, suspended him for two race days. Furthermore the rider was reminded of his future responsibilities to report anything which may have affected performance, in accordance with Rule 213. The Stewards requested a report from John Joseph Murphy, trainer as to the apparent improvement in form of Burning Brightly, placed first, as compared with its recent form. The trainer's representative, Sinead O'Sullivan, reported that the horse ran freely on his last start on ground softer than ideal. She added that the horse settled better over today's shorter trip and seemed to appreciate the surface. Having considered the evidence the Stewards noted the explanation offered. C. O'Donoghue, rider of John Honeyman trained by Mrs John Harrington, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount was badly hampered in running.

An extended handicap for two yrs old only (75 = 9st 7lb)
Weights - Top weight in the original handicap; shall not be less than 9st 7lb
Penalties - (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 5lb extra; for each race won.