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W. Joyce, rider of Comfort Line trained by Michael Mulvany, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount met with interference after leaving the stalls

M.P. Sheehy, rider of Cosmic Vega trained by M.Halford, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that he had to check at the bottom of the straight. The Stewards subsequently reviewed the video footage and were satisfied that no further action was warranted

N.M. Crosse, rider of Breaking Story trained by Richard John O'Brien, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was very keen early on

The Stewards enquired into an incident shortly after leaving the stalls involving Comfort Line, ridden by W. Joyce, Ice Cold In Alex, ridden by W.J. Lee, Punk Poet, ridden by D.P. McDonogh, and Breaking Story, ridden by N.M

Crosse where it appeared interference may have occurred. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. W. Joyce stated that he had to take back due to pressure from his outer. W.J. Lee stated that was behind the incident and he didn't receive any interference. D.P. McDonogh said he felt he was clear when making his manoeuvre. N.M

Crosse said it was his intention to take back but his horse was running very keen and he ended up where he didn't want to be. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards gave D.P

McDonogh the benefit of any doubt and took no further action. S. McDonagh absented himself from this enquiry.

An extended handicap for four years old and upwards (100 = 10st)
Penalties - (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 7lb extra for each race won.