7.15 1m. 1f. 156yds. 8 Declared. Lodge At Ashford Castle M'dn of €11,500.00 4-y-o plus
1st - €6,900.00 2nd - €2,300.00 3rd - €1,150.00 4th - €575.00 5th - €345.00 6th - €230.00
FormscanBy Donal Murphy - MR PERCY might be able to take this weak affair. Twice raced in France, the four-year-old bay was bought by current connections for E48,000 at Arqana in November. Second when last seen at Lyon La Soie, he finished a place ahead of Treasured Soul, who reached a career high mark of 78 when in the care of Ger Lyons. A rare runner on the level for James Dullea, Lord Raven is of definite interest. Out of a black type mare, the Raven's Pass chestnut has two solid efforts to his name and it'll be disappointing if he is not involved towards the business end in a contest of this quality. Beaten by just half-a-length in this very race 12-months ago, Expound has solid place claims, while Bridgehead and Gunsight (first time blinkers) are others for the shortlist.
For four years old and upwards, maidens at startingWeights - 9st 9lbs Fillies allowed 5lbs