7.10 2m. 161yds. 9 Declared. Heart Of Oak, Pinhoe, Exeter Novices' Handicap Hurdle (Class 5 ) of £6,250.00 4-y-o plus
1st - €3,301.00 2nd - €1,519.00 3rd - €759.00 4th - €380.00 5th - €189.00
Formscan - CELTIC QUEEN failed to threaten the progressive winner when third at Hereford on her handicap bow. However, that was an encouraging effort nonetheless and another good account seems assured given the handicapper has seen fit to drop her 3lb. Prairie Queen has been in the mix of late and could have a say in the outcome, while Regal Cavalier has switched yards and is not without hope if posting one of his better efforts.