Canterbury:

Storm System (Race 1): when questioned, rider K McEvoy explained that he had been instructed to ride the gelding in third or fourth position, if possible. He said that in the early stages, More Than Fabulous, which was positioned to his outside, showed superior speed and was able to cross him. He said that he was satisfied then to take up a trailing position behind that runner, however after the 1000m, when it appeared that More Than Fabulous was shifting in slightly to take up a position on the fence, he attempted to improve and he committed to the outside of that runner. He said, however, that after the 900m, More Than Fabulous remained in the one off position, which resulted in Storm System then travelling three wide and without cover. He said that bearing in mind the slow pace of the race, he elected then to remain in that position and attempt to improve around the field and soon after he placed Storm System under pressure, however the gelding did not respond as he hoped. He said, however, that approaching the 700m, Duke De Vega shifted and carried his mount out and he continued to race wide and without cover until after the 500m. K McEvoy was advised that he had erred in his riding on this occasion in leaving a trailing position behind the eventual winner and further, that once he had established a position three wide without cover, he should have made more endeavour to press forward and find a position closer to the fence, particularly given that the tempo of the race was only slow at that time.

Fat Chap (Race 1): when questioned regarding the performance, rider R Hutchings stated that the gelding raced flat today. He further stated that in his opinion, Fat Chap may have come to the end of its preparation. A post race veterinary examination revealed a poor post race recovery. Stable representative Mr A Bott advised that Fat Chap will now be spelled.

Quartermaster (Race 2): was slow to begin and shortly after the start was crowded by Chapilla, which shifted in. A post race veterinary examination revealed an abrasion to the off hind bumper.

Chapilla (Race 2): a post race veterinary examination of Chapilla, which tailed out, revealed the horse was displaying abnormal respiratory noise. Before being permitted to race again, Chapilla will need to trial to the satisfaction of the Stewards and the results of an endoscopic examination be produced.

Star Of Monsoon (Race 3): was slow to begin and then shortly after, was bumped by Overstep, which shifted out. Leaving the 600m, Star Of Monsoon was tightened for room by Fabvier, which shifted in briefly. Rider T Clark explained that after the 600m, he believed his best option to obtain clear running would be to obtain a position behind Saxophone, which was racing one off, which would then ultimately provide him with a trail into the race. He said that he was mindful that the eventual winner, Overstep, which was travelling well in advance of him, was improving, however he felt that Overstep may experience difficulty in obtaining clear running as Preferito had been racing directly to its outside, and as the horse was first up and had worked in the early stages to sit outside the leader, he felt that his best option would be to endeavour to follow Saxophone.

Catch A Wave (Race 3): when questioned, rider J Collett explained that he had been given no specific instructions, but it was anticipated that Catch A Wave would not show any early speed and would settle back in the field. He said approaching the 700m, he was positioned directly behind Look First, at which time his mount then commenced to race keenly and soon after, Catch A Wave had improved between Soho Rock and Look First, where there was insufficient room and he was obliged to steady his mount. He stated he was then held up for some distance thereafter when awkwardly placed between those two runners. He said that rounding the home turn, he was able to shift his mount to the outside of Look First when it appeared he would not be able to improve his position between Soho Rock and that runner. He added that after balancing the filly up in the early part of the straight, Catch A Wave closed the race off reasonably. Mr Waller confirmed the instructions, however he agreed with the Stewards that in hindsight, J Collett should have made more effort to shift out after the 700m and improve his position on the back of King of War, which would have afforded him the opportunity to improve at a crucial time into the race.

Dongxing Princess (Race 4): when questioned, App W Costin explained that her mount, which was inclined to lay out throughout the event, did not travel well at any stage and was under pressure from the 400m. A post race veterinary examination revealed no abnormalities.

Echo Prince (Race 5): when questioned regarding the disappointing performance, R Hutchings explained that he was obliged to use his mount in the early stages to go forward and race prominently. He believed the principal reason for the horse's disappointing performance today was that he was obliged to travel three wide without cover for the majority of the event. A post race veterinary examination revealed no abnormalities.

Gone To Paris (Race 6): was slow to begin and then for some distance shortly after the start raced in restricted room between La Muse and Bonete. When questioned regarding the disappointing performance, rider T Angland said his mount, although it travelled satisfactorily in the lead, never felt comfortable in its action at any stage and gave ground quickly over the last 100m. A post race veterinary examination revealed a poor post race recovery. Trainer Mr P Perry represented Mr S Perry undertook to report back on the condition of Gone To Paris in the days subsequent.

Wutai Mountain (Race 6): when questioned regarding the disappointing performance, R Hutchings stated that his mount never travelled comfortably throughout the race and was disappointing in the manner in which it weakened over the final 200m. A post race veterinary examination revealed no abnormalities. Fat Chap (Race 1): when questioned regarding the performance, rider R Hutchings stated that the gelding raced flat today. He further stated that in his opinion, Fat Chap may have come to the end of its preparation. A post race veterinary examination revealed a poor post race recovery. Stable representative Mr A Bott advised that Fat Chap will now be spelled.

Bonete (Race 6): rider K McEvoy explained that he enjoyed a nice run in the race following the leader Gone To Paris. He said rounding the home turn, he was able to shift to the outside of Gone To Paris and he immediately placed the mare under pressure. He said Bonete did not quicken as he had hoped and over the final 100m, was disappointing in the manner in which it weakened and in his opinion, raced like a tired horse. A post race veterinary examination revealed no abnormalities. Stable representative Ms H Devlin reported that Bonete will now be retired.

Classic Uniform (Race 7): change of tactics to be ridden further forward; led. When questioned, rider T Clark explained that he had to do some work in the early stages to cross and travel in the lead, however once he was able to dictate terms, Classic Uniform relaxed nicely throughout the middle stages. He said that after the 600m, when Tender improved to his outside, Classic Uniform commenced to race keenly and soon after was a beaten horse and finished well back in the event. A post race veterinary examination revealed a minor laceration to the nearside flank. Trainer Mr G Moore said that Classic Uniform had pleased him in the lead up to today's race, but in his opinion, had come to the end of its preparation and it was now his intention to spell the gelding. The Stewards deemed the performance to be unacceptable and prior to racing again, Mr Moore was advised that Classic Uniform would be required to barrier trial to the satisfaction of the Stewards.

Secret Lies (Race 8): App W Costin explained that the mare travelled satisfactorily in the event, but when asked for an effort in the early part of the straight, did not respond to her riding and only finished off one paced. A post race veterinary examination revealed no abnormalities.

Sandown:

Cambridge Lady (Race 1): began awkwardly. Rider Ben Allen stated in his opinion his mount had come to the end of its preparation. A post race veterinary examination failed to reveal any abnormalities and connections advised the filly would now be spelled.

Benny Goes Berzerk (Race 1): held up rounding the home turn before gaining clear running passing the 400m. Rider Brad Rawiller stated his mount may be better suited over further distance.

Kevin's Time (Race 3): rider Jake Bayliss reported that after being slightly slow to begin, his mount settled back in the field and further raced greenly throughout. A post race veterinary examination revealed the colt to be coughing and had some dirt in its trachea.

Bonnie Belle (Race 4): clipped heels and fell near the 600m and dislodged its rider Jake Bayliss. Big Delight which was following also fell and dislodged rider Patrick Keane, and Chatober was severely hampered when avoiding the fallen horses. Initial evidence was taken from Ben Allen (Irada), Ben Thompson (Gigi Girl) and Dwayne Dunn (Winta Chiller) and the matter was adjourned to a date to be fixed. A post race veterinary examination revealed the mare to have some minor stiffness. Jake Bayliss and Patrick Keane were both transported to hospital for observation.

Big Delight (Race 4): fell near the 600m. A post race veterinary examination failed to reveal any abnormalities.

Chatober (Race 4): severely hampered near the 600m losing considerable ground being eased from the event shortly after.

No Pain No Gain (Race 6): commenced awkwardly. Rider Craig Newitt stated his mount was very disappointing and was making an abnormal respiratory noise on return to scale. A post race veterinary examination revealed the gelding to be coughing and had dirt in its trachea.

Four By Four (Race 6): rider Mark Zahra could offer no explanation for the performance. A post race veterinary examination revealed the gelding to be coughing, had dirt in its trachea and a slower than normal recovery.

To Be Honest (Race 7): slow to begin. Despite the efforts of its rider was reluctant to stride forward passing the 800m. Rider Kyle Maskiell stated the mare failed to travel at any stage. A post race veterinary examination revealed the mare to have dirt in its trachea.

Gee Whizzer (Race 7): began awkwardly. Rider Dwayne Dunn stated his mount hung out considerably. A post race veterinary examination revealed an elevated heart rate.

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