7.50 2m. 10 Declared. Racing TV Members H'cap S'chase of €11,000.00 4-y-o plus
1st - €6,600.00 2nd - €2,200.00 3rd - €1,100.00 4th - €550.00 5th - €330.00 6th - €220.00
FormscanBy Michael Graham - ITWASFATE drops back in trip and it could work the oracle on his third start over fences, as he won his maiden hurdle over just short of 2m at Kilbeggan. His trainer, Henry de Bromhead, has landed the last two renewals of this race. Irish Blaze sports a hood for the first time and it could help him to settle and get home. He has ability, but has been racing clear off the front before tiring. He may not get everything his own way up front with Jack Holiday in the field, so settling will be crucial. Danny Gilligan's 5lb claim is a bonus. Berliet Express is up in class, but running consistently well over fences and is dangerous off a light weight. Itwasfate's stablemate, Freddie Robdal, won by the minimum margin at Tramore in April and is in the hunt for prize money.
An extended handicap steeplechase for four years old and upwards (116 = 12st)Penalties - Winner of a steeplechase after calculation of the handicap shall carry 7lb extra for each steeplechase won.