🏇 Meade Appeals Galway Hurdle Resolution After Helvic Dream Demotion
Coach Noel Meade has lodged a proper attraction with the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board (IHRB) following a controversial resolution to demote Helvic Dream from first place in final week’s Galway Hurdle.
Helvic Dream had crossed the road a head in entrance of Ndaawi after an exhilarating end, however after a prolonged post-race inquiry, the stewards dominated that interference within the last phases had materially affected the consequence. The placings have been reversed, with Ndaawi promoted to winner.
🎬 Dramatic Late Drift Proves Expensive
Ridden by Donagh Meyler, Helvic Dream took the lead over the past however drifted to the suitable, bumping Jack Kennedy and Ndaawi inside the ultimate 110 yards. Regardless of crossing the road first, Meyler obtained a two-day suspension for careless using, and the consequence was overturned.
Talking after the race, Meyler referred to as the incident a “horror story“, expressing disbelief over the choice. Meade echoed that frustration in his post-race interview with Racing TV.
“I didn’t suppose we’d lose it, contemplating the race and contemplating Jack didn’t need to cease using,” Meade mentioned. “I do consider in my coronary heart and soul it’s the incorrect resolution, and I’ll attraction in opposition to it.”
📋 Elliott Will get First Galway Hurdle, However Enchantment Looms
The dramatic reversal handed Gordon Elliott his first Galway Hurdle victory, however the story could also be removed from over. Meade has confirmed his intention to pursue the attraction, which is able to now be reviewed by the IHRB’s disciplinary panel.
The consequence additionally reignites debate across the interference guidelines in Irish racing — notably in marquee occasions the place tight finishes and split-second choices can have main penalties.
Helvic Dream was despatched off at 8/1, with Ndaawi a 13/2 shot within the betting.
A DREAM RESULT 😶🌫️ Group 1-winning Flat performer Helvic Dream lands the richest hurdle race in Eire for @tuvastables.@Galway_Races pic.twitter.com/ZnDzwetjcR
— Racing TV (@RacingTV) July 31, 2025
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