7.00 2m. 1f. 48yds. 12 Declared. Adare Manor Opportunity H'cap S'chase of €13,500.00 5-y-o plus
1st - €8,100.00 2nd - €2,700.00 3rd - €1,350.00 4th - €675.00 5th - €405.00 6th - €270.00
FormscanBy Michael Graham - ITSALONGLONGROAD took this race last year and has a shot at a repeat. He got back to winning ways on his latest start in Tramore and, although he is viewed as somewhat of a Tramore specialist, he was second in this race two years ago and enjoys a good record in Ballinrobe. After a never nearer fourth at Wexford in July, Finnians Row returned to the same track to strike by a short head over a further trip last month. He rates a significant threat. The more rain the better the chance for Drop The Anchor while Howya Luveen and Metamorpheus, who both failed to complete on their latest outings, could get into the mix with clear rounds.
An extended handicap steeplechase for five years old and upwards (110 = 11st 12lbs)Penalties - Winner of a steeplechase after calculation of the handicap shall carry 7lb extra for each steeplechase won.Riders - Confined to Professional Riders under I.N.H.S. Rules who have not lost the right to claim the allowance under Rule 52. Allowances - (which are not cumulative, up to and including 8th September) Riders who have not ridden the winners of 25 *races allowed...........4lb; Those who have not ridden the winners of 40 *races allowed..........2lb. No allowance under Rule 52 may be claimed. *Including races under any N.H. Rules or Rules of Racing.