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he lacks a gear. He took to jumping fences very well at home and we hoped that just might give him a little bit extra. He stays three miles really well and likes goodish ground. We'll kick on until the winter comes in I suppose. We'll see where we go. I'd say he will probably be a little bit better at this than he was over hurdles. He just lacked that gear. Noel Meade, trainer

A steeplechase for four years old and upwards that have not won a steeplechase
Weights - 4-y-o 11st 1lbs ;5-y-o and up 11st 12lbs ;Mares allowed 7lbs ;