5.40 3m. 150yds. 14 Declared. Thebeautybasket.ie H'cap S'chase of €25,000.00 5-y-o plus
1st - €15,000.00 2nd - €5,000.00 3rd - €2,500.00 4th - €1,250.00 5th - €750.00 6th - €500.00
FormscanBy John O'Riordan - YOUNG DEV, a model of consistency in recent runs, should appreciate the drop in class. The eight-year-old, who finished second in the Midlands National last month, is already proven over this course and distance. Connections obviously feel he is handicapped to win a nice race over fences, as his mark was protected by running over hurdles for most of the season. The Dabbler had been in great heart towards the end of last year and was brought down relatively early on his reappearance in February. He too, has solid previous experience at this track. Glenloe remains a seriously well handicapped horse over fences although connections must be running low on patience at this stage. If everything were to fall into place here he is more than capable of beating these rivals. Donkey Years and the locally trained Agent Boru are others to consider.
An extended handicap steeplechase for five years old and upwards (140 = 11st 12lbs)Penalties - Winner of a steeplechase after calculation of the handicap shall carry 7lb extra for each steeplechase won.