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He was very disappointing at Christmas, and mine were all a bit under the weather at the time. We were lucky enough that the Mees were patient and there was always Galway for him. He’s a gorgeous big horse and he schools very well already at home so we can’t wait to get going over jumps with him in time. Emmet Mullins, trainer

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Think Positive, trained by W.P. Mullins, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal

The Stewards enquired into possible interference inside the final furlong involving Russian Diamond, ridden by Mr D. O'Connor, placed first and Risk Factor, ridden by Mr T. Hamilton, placed second, where it appeared that Russian Diamond drifted towards Risk Factor. 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 and took no further action

GENERAL INFORMATION The following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting: Justice Raymond Groarke (Chairman), Mr. P.J.A. O'Connor, Mr. J.R. Craigie, Mr. Donal Gavin, Mr. P.D. Matthews

An I.N.H. flat race for four, five, six and seven years old only that have not won a race under any N.H. Rules or Rules of Racing
Weights - 4-y-o 11st 8lbs ;5, 6 and 7-y-o 12st ;Mares allowed 7lbs ;
Riders - Qualified Riders under I.N.H.S. Rules