4.30 1m. 2f. 150yds. 8 Declared. Willie Buckley Memorial H'cap of €15,500.00 4-y-o plus
1st - €9,300.00 2nd - €3,100.00 3rd - €1,550.00 4th - €775.00 5th - €465.00 6th - €310.00
FormscanBy Eamonn Murphy - Switched from Gordon Elliott to John McConnell, Longclaw will undoubtedly catch many an eye, but perhaps he’s one to watch for the moment, on his first outing since October. McConnell has a strong second string to his bow in Blackstone Cliff. The last time out winners TARTLETTE and Spelga are primarily focussed in on though, and a mare in form like the top-weight is difficult to ignore. She was good here a fortnight back in a small field, beating the geldings with ease. One of those, Grandmaster Flash, has done his bit for the form since, and it mightn’t be beyond the selection, lugging ten stone around here. Staring off for these connections, Landue could be primed to go well, with Colin Keane booked for the spin.
An extended handicap for four years old and upwards (95 = 10st)Weights - Top weight in the original handicap and after the time of declaration shall not be less than 10st and the minimum weight shall not be less than 8st 6lbsPenalties - (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 6lb extra for each race won.