S. Foley, rider of Itsalonglongroad (GB) trained by John C. McConnell, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount was keen early on

C.D. Maxwell, rider of Kalanoura trained by Gavin Cromwell, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount stopped quickly down the back straight

J.M. Sheridan, rider of Ollies Wish trained by Peter Croke, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount lost action

At the request of the Stewards, L.F. Roche, rider of The Abbey, trained by Gordon Elliott, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount was slowly away, ran steady on the outside but got tired

The Stewards interviewed L.F. Roche, rider of The Abbey, trained by Gordon Elliott, concerning his riding throughout this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned who stated that he gave his mount an appalling ride for which he had already apologised to the trainer and had forfeited his riding fee. He described his riding from the start stating that his mount was slowly away and lost considerable ground. He added that he was at the rear of the field and racing too wide at the end of the home straight on the first circuit and later on was too far out and wide in the back straight. He admitted that having made up a lot of ground quickly in the back straight his mount tired before the turn into the final straight. He informed the Stewards that Gordon Elliot who was not present at this meeting, had instructed him to race in fifth or sixth position and make one final effort but left him to his own devices as he knew the horse from riding him previously. L.F. Roche admitted that the decisions that he made during the course of the race were incorrect and reiterated that he had given his mount a poor ride. Having viewed the recording and considered the evidence, the Stewards noted L.F. Roche's explanation

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined The Abbey, trained by Gordon Elliott, at the request of the Stewards and reported that the animal was found to have had a small wound at the back of the left fore pastern post race.

An extended handicap for four years old and upwards rated 45-75
Weights - Top weight in the original handicap and after the time of declaration shall not be less than 10st 2lbs and the minimum weight is 8st 6lbs
Penalties - (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 6lb extra for each race won.