2.30 1m. 2f. 150yds. 14 Declared. Leading Jockey&Trainer Championship Hcap (DIV II) of €9,000.00 3-y-o plus
1st - €5,400.00 2nd - €1,800.00 3rd - €900.00 4th - €450.00 5th - €270.00 6th - €180.00
FormscanBy Michael Graham - Competitive stuff. Everyhouronthehour won by a nose over a mile here and the runner-up came out and franked the form. A rise of 2lbs doesn't look punitive, however, he is unproven at this trip. FRYERNS was a hands and heels winner by a length over course and distance in early November. With Sam Ewing's claim factored in, she races off just 3lbs higher and could follow up. Donoch landed a mile and a half handicap on his last visit here and looks nicely in with Joey Sheridan's claim being utilised, in addition to first-time cheekpieces. Gormanston has been placed in four of his last five appearances on the Polytrack, and it wouldn't be a surprise to see him make the breakthrough off his current mark. Royal Admiral was beaten by a head and a neck in two claimers at this track last month and has to be respected. The handicapper gave Papal Parade a chance and she responded when third on her last start. She isn't out of it.
An extended handicap for three years old and upwards rated 45-65Weights - 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.