Down Royal Result

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Jack had the choice of the two of them and went for the other lad (Jacob's Ladder). He thought he worked well during the week. I'd say the other lad took a bit of a blow and looked a bit bigger walking around the ring. Danny was clever on the one in front and got the fractions right. She looked like she was just getting into the race in Aintree when she fell three out. A different filly on good ground. I'd imagine she will go down the mares' route. I think he (Jacob's Ladder) could be more of a handicapper. Gordon Elliott, trainer

Owing to the low trajectory of the sun, the Raceday Stewards granted permission for fences number one and two to be omitted The Raceday Stewards interviewed Mr J. R. Banahan, IHRB starter, in relation to the false start in this race, two minutes before the official off time. Evidence was heard from Mr Banahan who stated that he had mistaken the off time and apologised. He further added that he immediately realised he had let the runners go early and called them back. Evidence was also heard from Mr B. Hamilton, IHRB Clerk of the Course, who stated that he was dealing with the by pass and had not communicated with the starter before the off. Having considered the evidence the Raceday Stewards advised both the starter and the Clerk of the Course to follow the procedures in place in order to avoid a reoccurrence in future.

A steeplechase for four years old and upwards that have not won a steeplechase before 4th May, 2025
Weights - 4-y-o 10st 11lbs 5-y-o and up 11st 4lbs. Mares allowed 7lbs.
Penalties - Penalties (handicaps excluded) - Winner of three steeplechases or a Grade 3 steeplechase 3lb extra Of two Grade 3 steeplechases or a Grade 2 steeplechase 6lb extra Of a Grade 1 steeplechase 10lb extra