4.15 2m. 100yds. 5 Declared. eCOMM Merchant Solutions Champ. Nov. Hdl (Grade 1) of €100,000.00 5-y-o plus
1st - €60,000.00 2nd - €20,000.00 3rd - €10,000.00 4th - €5,000.00 5th - €3,000.00
FormscanBy Mark Nunan - ECHOES IN RAIN has really blossomed this spring as she has learned to settle better and can take the next step up the ladder here. Her eight length dismissal of Belfast Banter at Naas looks strong form now and she had Colonel Mustard well back in third when impressing at Fairyhouse last time. Returning stable jockey Paul Townend partners Blue Lord who would have been a good second but for falling at the last in the Supreme. Since winning his maiden at this venue he’s kept only the best of company, chasing home Bob Olinger at Naas and getting to within six lengths of Appreciate It at Leopardstown. He would likely have been beaten a similar margin at Cheltenham and is a big threat to the selection if none the worse for that mishap.
A novice hurdle for five years old and upwardsWeights - 12st Mares allowed 7lbs