1st - €7,500.00 2nd - €2,500.00 3rd - €1,250.00 4th - €625.00 5th - €375.00

FormscanBy John O'Riordan - GANAPATHI can retain his unbeaten record over fences by following up his recent course win. A 140 rated hurdler last year, he had appeared to lose his way somewhat before making an impressive fencing debut last month. Stepping up in trip should see him in an even better light now and Kieran Callaghan taking 7lbs off his back is the icing on the cake. Baptism Of Fire was very good at Kilbeggan in April before finishing second behind a smart handicapper last time. With most of his best form coming over further, he would appreciate if this turned into something of a stamina test. Il Courra got off the mark over fences at Limerick on his latest start and has already won a bumper at this venue. Cormac Farrell does very well with the small string he races under rules.

A novice steeplechase for four years old and upwards that have not won more than one steeplechase
Weights - 4-y-o 10st 7lbs 5-y-o and up 11st 4lbs Mares allowed 7lbs
Penalties - Penalty - Winner of a steeplechase 6lb extra
Riders - Confined to Professional & Claiming Professional Riders who have not ridden more than 15 winners under any N.H. Rules from 2nd May, 2021 to 30th April, 2022 inclusive. (Qualified Riders are excluded from riding in this race)