3.20 6f. 100yds. 12 Declared. Cork H'cap of €10,000.00 3-y-o plus
1st - €6,000.00 2nd - €2,000.00 3rd - €1,000.00 4th - €500.00 5th - €300.00 6th - €200.00
FormscanBy Michael Graham - A very compressed handicap. FUGACIOUS could be worth chancing each way. He finished a never nearer fifth over seven furlongs at this track last weekend after travelling smoothly. This slower ground may suit him better (runner-up over six furlongs on soft ground at the Curragh in October), and he will be coming home stronger than most. Noirvento is in-form after reportedly getting stronger over the winter. She is one from one at this track, and is a must for the shortlist. Earls took full advantage of a low draw and a fast start to make the breakthrough in Sligo. That was the first time 7lb-claimer Dylan Browne McMonagle was on board, and he keeps the ride. Improving travelled well in Naas before being edged out by a head, and will have his supporters. The handicapper didn't miss him, though, in tacking on 5lbs. Pixel Power grabbed her first career victory at Leopardstown on Thursday by a head, however, that was on fast ground. Glow Worm is another to consider.
An extended handicap for three years old and upwards rated 45-70Weights - Top weight in the original handicap and after the time of declaration shall not be less than 10st 2lbs and the minimum weight is 8st 6lbsPenalties - (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 6lb extra for each race won.