1st - €9,000.00 2nd - €3,000.00 3rd - €1,500.00 4th - €750.00 5th - €450.00 6th - €300.00 Overcast and showery

FormscanBy Gary Carson - HITAK ran much better on his third attempt over fences when placed at Listowel and this looks like a nice race for him now. The ‘Shark’ Hanlon-trained gelding ran a big race then, leading three from home and giving way before the last, when third to Mossy Fen Park. A similar effort may be enough. Union Station was a touch disappointing on his final start last season, in testing conditions, but could be a big player on his return. He had been runner-up on two starts previously and on that form he’s entitled to go close. Kish Bank is another to note on his chase debut. The Gigginstown gelding was a former point-to-point winner and could improve for a fence.%0A%0A

A steeplechase for four years old and upwards that have not won a steeplechase that are EBF eligible and which at entry are rated 120 or less over hurdles
Weights - 4-y-o 11st 2lbs 5-y-o and up 11st 12lbs. Mares allowed 7lbs.