2.35 2m. 4f. 8 Declared. Paddy Kehoe Ceilings Novice H'dle (Grade 2) of €40,000.00 4-y-o plus
1st - €24,000.00 2nd - €8,000.00 3rd - €4,000.00 4th - €2,000.00 5th - €1,200.00 6th - €800.00
FormscanBy Gary Carson - WINGMEN should benefit from a drop in grade here. The Kayf Tara gelding weakened after making the running in the Albert Bartlett last month and having been pestered for the lead then he was probably doing more than he wanted in front. Dropping back now should suit and he could prove a cut above these rivals. Willie Mullins saddles three in the race and Paul Townend sides with Ballygunner Castle. He was edged out by Ballybow in Grade 3 company last time and may also appreciate dropping in trip. Fleur In The Park was slightly disappointing when last seen at Naas but may be better suited by nicer ground now.
A novice hurdle for four years old and upwardsWeights - 4-y-o 10st 7lbs 5-y-o and up 11st 3lbs Mares allowed 7lbsPenalties - Penalties (handicaps excluded) - Winner of three hurdle races or a Grade 3 hurdle race 3lb extra Of two Grade 3 hurdle races or a Grade 2 hurdle race 5lb extra Of a Grade 1 hurdle race 9lb extra