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He started off well in point-to-points but disappointed as a hurdler and didn't finish off his races. Maybe he just needs time,. He was a bit like me in that he eats everything but didn't show it. We sent off some of his hair for analysis and it showed up that he had a very compromised liver function which we were able to treat. That performance won't help the weight he gets for the Irish National but that is probably where he'll go now. I was delighted with Goonyella. I couldn't see him beating Venitien De Mai giving the guts of two stone. If we can arrange a wet week before the Grand National that would be great. He stays really well but is just short of pace. J T R Dreaper, trainer

The Stewards interviewed R.C. Colgan, rider of Futuramic, 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 four race days.

An extended handicap steeplechase for five yrs old and upwards
Penalties - Winner of a steeplechase or steeplechases after calculation of the handicap shall carry any penalty or penalties which may be allotted by the Handicapper.