See also » Invitation Only is back on track over fences
He was very impressive and jumped great. He might be back to what we thought he could have been two years ago. His jumping is his forte. He could go three miles, whether that will be Christmas or later, we'll have to see if Christmas comes too soon. W P Mullins, trainer

D.N. Russell, rider of Midnight Escape trained by Gordon Elliott, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount was never on the bridle

The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined Midnight Escape, trained by Gordon Elliott, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal

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