1st - €10,200.00 2nd - €3,400.00 3rd - €1,700.00 4th - €850.00 5th - €510.00 6th - €340.00

FormscanBy Donal Murphy - ARCTIC GALE should give a good account of himself in this competitive affair. While yet to win over flights, he registered a first chase success on his most recent outing at Tipperary. With a tongue-strap now deployed, it'll be disappointing if he's not involved towards the business end. Another six runners were successful when last seen, with both Affinity Rock and Nitty Gritty striking at Killarney. The pair start off now in handicap company and it'll come as no surprise if either manage to prevail. Two from two at Ballybrit, El Champo could make an impact at a big price, while others for the shortlist are Spinning Web, Ahead Of The Posse and the returning Dream In The Park.

An extended handicap hurdle for four years old and upwards (110 = 11st 12lbs)
Penalties - Winner of a hurdle race after calculation of the handicap shall carry 7lb extra for each hurdle race won.