See also » Nora makes up for lost time
I only got her to train late last year and couldn't get her forward enough to run. We got her ready for a bumper at Punchestown but I told the owner it was a waste of time and to throw her in field. I wondered if he would ever ring me back but luckily he did and she's a lovely type. There is no trying to settle her or anything. When you want her to go she does and when you want her to stop she does. She's so straight-forward. She jumps like a chaser and the last day she was losing lengths. She's a natural chaser. We hadn't the experience to get stuck into her early but she had the experience today. I'm delighted. Her bumper form wasn't great but Kate Harrington rode her in a ladies race and although she was beaten nearly 20 lengths she said she was the nicest filly she'd rode in a long time. I wanted something to keep the owner happy and she saved my bacon. The first run over hurdles she showed she had ability and she won today which is all important. This is only a preparation for chasing. I've never had as nice a filly to go on with and hopefully she stays sound. She's a three mile plus chaser. She doesn't have the pace for two miles but can go that relentless gallop. P A Fahy, trainer

The Stewards interviewed B. Hayes, rider of Aunt Nora, concerning his use of the whip in this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Stewards were of the opinion that the rider was in breach of Regulation 10.3(f), in that he used the whip with excessive frequency and having considered his record, suspended him for two race days. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined Arise And Go Now, trained by Edward Cawley, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be clinically abnormal post race.

A hurdle race for five yrs old and upwards mares only, maidens at starting
Weights - 5-y-o 11st 4lb; 6-y-o and up 11st 7lb
Allowances - Mares that have not won a *race allowed 8lb