3.30 2m. 7f. 191yds. 11 Declared. Malton Marquees Believe In The Magic Handicap Chase (Class 3 ) of £25,000.00 5-y-o plus
1st - €13,202.00 2nd - €6,075.00 3rd - €3,038.00 4th - €1,520.00 5th - €758.00
Formscan - OLD PAINLESS got off the mark over fences at the first time of asking when he landed a novices' handicap at Plumpton just before Christmas. He posted another encouraging effort when second over 2m6f at Kelso next time, creating the impression that this step up in trip ought to suit. Small Present wasn't disgraced when placed here on Boxing Day and he may be the main threat to the selection. Uncle Alastair and Jaytee complete the shortlist.