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He took a bit of time to mature. We probably did a bit too much with him last season but he has come back a better and stronger horse. I thought he would need the run but the (Bullseye) syndicate are local so we said we’d run and it’s great that it has worked out. Louise G Lyons, trainer

The Stewards interviewed R.J. Condon, rider of Kells Priory, concerning his use of the whip in the closing stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned, who accepted that he was in breach of Regulation 10 and apologised for his actions. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence,the Stewards were satisfied that R.J. Condon was in breach of Regulation 10.3(g)(frequency) and having considered his record they cautioned him on this occasion

The Stewards requested a report from Louise G. Lyons, trainer, as to the apparent improvement in form of Kells Priory, placed first, as compared with its most recent form. The trainer reported that her charge had disappointed on its previous run at Downroyal on October 29th, when failing to act on the ground. She said her charge was freshened up since that run and felt this, along with more favourable ground conditions had helped to bring about the apparent improvement in form. Having considered the evidence, the Stewards noted the content of the report

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Auckland (GER), trained by Anthony Mullins, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal

P.J. O'Hanlon, rider of Think Positive trained by P.J. Rothwell, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount never travelled

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Auckland (GER), trained by Anthony Mullins, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

An extended handicap hurdle for four years old and upwards rated 80-123
Weights - Top weight in the original handicap and after the time of declaration shall not be less than 12st and the minimum weight shall not be less than 9st 12lbs
Penalties - Winner of a hurdle race after calculation of the handicap shall carry 5lb extra for each hurdle race won.
Riders - Confined to Professional Riders under I.N.H.S. Rules who have not lost the right to claim the allowance under Rule 52 (iii). Allowances - (which are not cumulative, up to and including 23rd January) Riders who have not ridden the winners of 25 *races allowed...........4lb Those who have not ridden the winners of 40 *races allowed..........2lb No allowance under Rule 52 (iii) may be claimed *Including races under any N.H. Rules or Rules of Racing