2.15 2m. 3f. 188yds. 8 Declared. Paxtons - The CaseIH No.1 UK&ROI Dealer Handicap Hurdle (Class 4 ) of £12,100.00 3-y-o plus
1st - €6,208.00 2nd - €2,860.00 3rd - €1,430.00 4th - €716.00 5th - €350.00 6th - €350.00
Formscan - Last year's winner Joie De Vivre has been in good form on the Flat and merits serious consideration as she bids for a repeat win from the same handicap mark. However, CALLIOPE creeps in at the foot of the weights after an eye-catching victory at Perth a fortnight ago and appeals more on these terms. This C&D holds no fears for the selection and she still looks well treated, despite a 7lb rise for that bloodless success. Hajey is also effective at this course and is another to keep in mind.