5.50 1m. 7f. 50yds. 7 Declared. Tramore Tourism H'cap S'chase of €15,000.00 5-y-o plus
1st - €9,000.00 2nd - €3,000.00 3rd - €1,500.00 4th - €750.00 5th - €450.00 6th - €300.00
FormscanBy John O'Riordan - Having gone close on his last couple of starts, the Gordon Elliott-trained PATS CHOICE can strike for the first time over fences. The form of his Fairyhouse second looks very strong in the context of this race, while he was only just denied on his most recent outing at Ballinrobe last month. Downthecellar is a real course specialist, with three of his four career wins having been achieved at this venue. Although now 11lb higher than when last winning, the Edward O'Grady-trained gelding could be rejuvenated by a return visit. Freddie Robdal went up 3lb for a narrow win over course and distance last time but that weight rise is offset by Mike O'Connor here. The locally trained six-year-old holds strong claims.
An extended handicap steeplechase for five years old and upwards (123 = 11st 12lbs)Penalties - Winner of a steeplechase after calculation of the handicap shall carry 7lb extra for each steeplechase won.