5.05 2m. 7f. 180yds. 12 Declared. John & Terry Moriarty (QR) H'cap S'chase of €16,000.00 5-y-o plus
1st - €9,600.00 2nd - €3,200.00 3rd - €1,600.00 4th - €800.00 5th - €480.00 6th - €320.00
FormscanBy Donal Murphy - Second and third in this very contest 12-months ago, Decimation and Meehall form part of a three strong team from Eric McNamara's Co. Limerick yard. The pair are joined by Hees Dynamite, who beat the re-opposing Pride Of Place at Killarney last month. While the aforementioned contenders all warrant the utmost respect, DORANS LAW is the selection. Representing last year's winning connections, the 114-rated seven-year-old was successful at Wexford in July and with a tongue-strap now fitted for the first time, he might be able to bounce back from some disappointing efforts. Towards the top of the handicap, Backmersackme and Lonesome Boatman are of definite interest, while UK raider Easy Bucks is another to consider in this competitive affair.
An extended handicap steeplechase for five years old and upwards (120 = 12st 4lbs)Penalties - Winner of a steeplechase after calculation of the handicap shall carry 7lb extra for each steeplechase won.Riders - Qualified Riders under I.N.H.S. Rules. Top weight after the time of declaration shall not be less than 12st 4lbs and the minimum weight is 10st 7lbs.