See also » Harbour Highway motors home under Alan O'Sullivan
He had a nice run here at this meeting last year, in a maiden hurdle, and I’d say he’s just improved for a bit of nicer ground,. It was nice to see him get his head in front. He’s been a frustrating horse since his bumper win. Hopefully we can go forward. I think he’s a horse that appreciates a bit of nicer ground. Hopefully we’ve got him on the right track now. It was a lovely ride by Alan, he rode him with plenty of confidence. It was lovely to see and keeps everyone happy and confident going into next week. Emmet Mullins, trainer

Owing to the low trajectory of the sun, the Raceday Stewards granted permission for fence number two to be omitted from this race The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident on the home bend involving Jay Pee M, ridden by Mr D. Allen, placed sixth, Hardwired, ridden by Mr L.P. Shanahan, unplaced, and Secrecies Of Stone, ridden by Mr J.W

Hendrick, unplaced, where it appeared Hardwired ran short of room. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. Mr D. Allen stated that he was not aware of any interference. Mr L. P. Shanahan stated that his mount retreated when things got a little tight but the bypass was a contributing factor. Mr J. W. Hendrick stated that he edged in slightly to get by the wing of the second last but thought he was clear. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards took no further action other than to remind Mr L. P

Shanahan of his responsibility to give accurate evidence when in an enquiry.

An extended handicap steeplechase for five years old and upwards (120 = 12st 4lbs)
Penalties - Winner of a steeplechase after calculation of the handicap shall carry 7lb extra for each steeplechase won.
Riders - Confined to Qualified Riders under I.N.H.S. Rules who have not lost the right to claim the 7lb allowance under Rule 52. Allowances - (which are not cumulative, up to and including 27th February) Riders who have not ridden the winner of a *race allowed..........4lb; Those who have not ridden the winners of 5 *races allowed........2lb. No allowance to riders under Rule 52 may be claimed. *Including races under any N.H. Rules or Rules of Racing. Not more than 18 runners will be permitted to run in this race.