2.30 2m. 1f. 8 Declared. Goffs Irish Arkle Novice S'chase (Grade 1) of €150,000.00 5-y-o plus
1st - €90,000.00 2nd - €30,000.00 3rd - €15,000.00 4th - €7,500.00 5th - €4,500.00 6th - €3,000.00
FormscanBy Donal Murphy - EL FABIOLO might be able to upstage his better fancied stable companions. Since joining Willie Mullins, his only defeat came at the hands of Jonbon, going down by just a neck to that rival at Aintree in April. That rates as a serious piece of form, with Jonbon likely to go off a warm order favourite for the Arkle at Cheltenham next month. The selection was an easy winner on his debut over fences at Fairyhouse in December and described as 'a big, tall horse', he could really come into his own over the larger obstacles. Paul Townend has opted to partner Appreciate It over Dysart Dynamo and Flame Bearer. The son of Jeremy is a perfect four from four at Leopardstown and will be well-fancied to extend that impressive record. Banbridge drops back to two miles after finishing third in the Drinmore and he warrants the utmost respect, while Saint Roi is another likely to have plenty of supporters.
A novice steeplechase for five years old and upwardsWeights - 5-y-o 11st 10lbs 6-y-o and up 11st 12lbs Mares allowed 7lbs