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The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Batcio (FR), trained by T.M. Walsh, at the request of the Stewards and reported that the animal was noted to have a few skin scrapes on his right fore and left hind legs but was otherwise post race normal. Sampes were taken for analysis

The Stewards wished to interview K.P. Brouder, rider of Kellyiscool, in relation to his fall coming down the hill but were unable to do so as the rider was unavailable having been detained in the medical room. D.J. Mullins, rider of Be My Dream and J.J. Slevin, rider of Claregate Street, who both fell in the same incident were unable to account for K.P. Brouder's mount having fallen. Having viewed the video footage of the fallers, the Stewards were unable to come to any conclusion without K.J. Brouder's account of the incident and therefore referred the matter to the CEO of the IHRB for further investigation

The Stewards enquired into the running and riding of Batcio (FR), ridden by Mr A. McMahon, and trained by T.M

Walsh. Evidence was heard from the rider and trainer concerned. Mr A. McMahon, stated that his instructions were to drop his mount in if he settled going to the start as he had bolted previously, to hold on to his mount and get him to run as well as possible. He said that in running his mount had settled well and side stepped an incident involving three fallers in the back straight. He added that on the second circuit he held onto his mount for as long as possible coming down the hill for fear that he might slip up and from thereon he got him to the finish without being hard on him as he was conscious that the animal had failed to finish out well in his two previous races. On further questioning he stated that a stronger ride may have resulted in finishing a place or two closer but could not be definite. Evidence was heard from T.M. Walsh who stated that that this horse was purchased to give the rider some fun and enjoyment and consequently the rider was instructed to ride him as he found him, to do his best and to enjoy the ride. He added that he was disappointed with his charges last two runs and was happy enough with the ride today. He accounted for the horses racing career as being a dual winner of I.N.H.S Flat races and was also a winner of a Point to Point with the ability to handle any ground and being capable of winning plenty of races in the future. Having viewed the recording of the race T.M. Walsh stated that the rider had erred in not been seen to make a real, timely and substantial effort at a crucial stage of the race and this would be discussed with him at a later stage. He added that the rider was very inexperienced and that it was important that he ride with confidence rather than being tied up with riding instructions and agreed with the reason for the holding of this enquiry. The Stewards also received a report from the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer who stated that Batcio (FR) was noted to have a few skin scrapes on his right fore and left hind legs but was otherwise post race normal

Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards noted the trainers explanation

They did, however, find that Mr A McMahon was in breach of Rule 212 (A)(ii) and having taken his inexperience into consideration, they suspended him for 5 racedays. As a consequence of the riders actions Batcio (FR) was suspended for 42 days in accordance with the provisions of Rule 212 (d), this penalty being given in the presence of T.M. Walsh, trainer.

A hurdle race for five yrs old and upwards, maidens at starting
Weights - 5-y-o 11st 10lb; 6-y-o and up 11st 12lb; Mares allowed 7lb
Allowances - Horses that have not won a *race allowed 8lb