1.38 2m. 3f. 100yds. 22 Declared. O'Connor Heating Supp Longford M'dn Hdle of €12,000.00 4-y-o
1st - €7,200.00 2nd - €2,400.00 3rd - €1,200.00 4th - €600.00 5th - €360.00 6th - €240.00
FormscanBy Donal Murphy - A race that is likely to produce plenty of future winners. Absolute Notions sets the standard on account of his impressive Goffs Land Rover Bumper success, with the son of Milan since purchased by powerful owners Robcour. He starts off over flights now and is sure to prove a popular choice with punters. Joseph O'Brien saddles hurdling debutants Benaud and JOSHUA DES FLOS and both are of interest, with preference for the latter. Second on debut in a bumper at Leopardstown, when owned and trained by Stuart Crawford, he finished a place ahead of The Four Sixes who gave the form a significant boost by winning at Clonmel on Thursday. Now in the colours of Simon Munir %26 Isaac Souede, a bold bid looks likely from the half-brother to Balko Des Flos. Benaud was a smart performer on the level and it'll be interesting to see how he fares, while Deep Cave is another leading contender. Successful on debut in a point-to-point for Ciaran Murphy, he was since purchased for 235,000 pounds at the Goffs Aintree Sale. Well-bred newcomers Manhattan Lady and Lovely Reaction are worth keeping an eye on with a view to the future.
A hurdle for four years old only, maidens at startingWeights - 11st 7lbs Fillies allowed 7lbs