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A mile-and-a-half is a little on the short side for him. You kind of felt from a furlong out, while it wasn't looking pretty, he was always going to get there. He got a good strong ride from Finny and he's won easily at the line. His sister went out on her sword earlier on. She ran a wonderful race in the Prix Royal-Oak, she was absolutely loving it. The winner is rated 118 and is a good horse and they are clear of the rest. If he wasn't in the race she would have won easily. This is Finny's first winner at the Curragh which is lovely and we're delighted for Ronan who is a long-standing and loyal supporter. D K Weld, trainer

The Stewards interviewed Mr F. Maguire, rider of Falcon Eight, concerning his use of the whip in the latter stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned. In his evidence, Mr F. Maguire stated that his mount was hanging badly in behind the leaders but responded to his urgings to take the lead and run on to the finish

Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that Mr F

Maguire was in breach of R10(3)(g) by using his whip with excessive frequency. Having taken his previous record into consideration, the Stewards cautioned Mr F. Maguire on this occasion.

For three years old and upwards that since 1st September, 2021 have not won a weight-for-age race value more than #12,000
Weights - 3-y-o 11st 1lbs 4-y-o and up 11st 7lbs Fillies allowed 5lbs
Penalties - Penalty - (to count from 1st September, 2021) Winner of a race 7lb extra
Riders - Qualified Riders under I.N.H.S. Rules Riders will receive allowances under Rule 52 in this race