2.45 1m. 98yds. 18 Declared. Rockshore Refreshingly Irish H'cap of €20,000.00 4-y-o plus
1st - €12,000.00 2nd - €4,000.00 3rd - €2,000.00 4th - €1,000.00 5th - €600.00 6th - €400.00
FormscanBy John O'Riordan - Already amongst the winners this week, David Loughnane can strike with the hat-trick seeking BRAVE ZULU. A six-time scorer on the all-weather, the National Defense gelding has landed his two most recent starts on turf. Still rated 9lb below his current all-weather mark, the four-year-old looks potentially well handicapped. Nicely drawn here, Declan McDonogh should be able to hold a prominent position from the off. A beaten favourite in stronger company last time, Retracement shouldn't be discounted on the back of that run. The gelding had shown definite promise on his stable debut for Johnny Murtagh on his previous outing. Imposing Supreme and Artful Approach are others to consider in a competitive heat.
An extended handicap for four years old and upwards (90 = 10st)Penalties - (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 7lb extra for each race won.