5.25 2m. 8 Declared. Paddy Power Champion H'dle (Grade 1) of €250,000.00 4-y-o plus
1st - €150,000.00 2nd - €50,000.00 3rd - €25,000.00 4th - €12,500.00 5th - €7,500.00 6th - €5,000.00
FormscanBy Gary Carson - It's hard to oppose superstar mare HONEYSUCKLE who was so dominant when winning the Champion Hurdle at Cheltenham last month. She showed then that she is equally effective over two miles and is simply a class act. Several of these were in behind her last time and it's hard to see them turning the tables if everything goes to plan for Henry de Bromhead's charge. Sharjah chased her home at Prestbury Park and could be a big player again. He is a classy horse on his day but his form can be a bit inconsistent. 2020 Champion Hurdler Epatante hasn't shown quite the same form this season. It was a solid run to finish third at Cheltenham but she never really looked a danger and needs to step forward again. Abacadabras was a faller in the Champion Hurdler but gained a deserved win at Aintree last time. He needs things to drop his way but with a strong pace guaranteed here it would be no surprise if he was the one to give the hotpot most to do.
A hurdle for four years old and upwardsWeights - 4-y-o 11st 4lbs 5-y-o and up 12st Mares allowed 7lbs