8.00 2m. 50yds. 12 Declared. Morris DIY H'cap of €10,500.00 4-y-o plus
1st - €6,300.00 2nd - €2,100.00 3rd - €1,050.00 4th - €525.00 5th - €315.00 6th - €210.00
FormscanBy Mark Nunan - WALNUT BEACH was hit hard for finishing clear of the rest when second at Galway at the back-end but is probably nearing a competitive mark again and has a top claimer on board. His last Flat start saw him finish an encouraging sixth at Killarney and he chased home an in-form rival in a handicap hurdle at Cork earlier this month. Local trainer Pat Flynn landed this contest with Jake Peter four years ago and will have had an eye on this race for some time. Barometer has been very consistent of late but is creeping up the ratings for some good placed efforts. It remains to be seen if he’ll benefit for stepping up in trip. Shumaker, a fair fifth on his first run of the year at Ballinrobe, and previous course and distance scorer Mandarin Monarch, fourth over fences here on Thursday, are both getting on in years but merit respect. Majestic Jewel and Molly Kaye are previous winners of this race and have claims again.
An extended handicap for four years old and upwards rated 47-65Penalties - (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 7lb extra for each race won.