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I was actually a bit worried about the ground the last day at Kilbeggan that it would be too quick but we just needed to get his head in front. The 6lbs penalty he carried today was a bit of a bummer but he did it well. He really needs two and a half miles but they went really quick and all he was doing was staying. He had been struggling on very soft ground and he might have a break now and come back for Galway. Mrs John Harrington, trainer

The Stewards interviewed K.M. Smith, rider of Green Energy (GB), concerning his use of the whip in the closing stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Stewards found K.M. Smith in breach of Reg. 10 3.(b) by continuing his whip use after his chance was clearly gone and Reg. 10 3. (g) with the arm above shoulder height and 10 3. (g) with excessive force and having taken his record into account suspended him for four race days and referred him to RACE for one day's instruction.

An extended handicap hurdle for four yrs old and upwards rated 88-123
Penalties - Winner of a hurdle race after calculation of the handicap to carry 6lb extra for each hurdle race won. Alternative Handicap