See also » Farmix makes a winning start over fences
He’s a lovely big baby and it was only his fourth run over obstacles so I was a bit nervous as to whether he’d be street wise enough to go on and make it. He jumped into the air a bit early on but got the hang of it as he went along. An extra half-mile might suit. He has such a big stride and kind of has to make the running. That’s his way of being competitive is to go out and gallop. He’ll improve mentally as much as anything. Liz Doyle, trainer

P. Townend, rider of Et Dite (FR) trained by W.P. Mullins, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount never travelled during this race

The Stewards interviewed D. Meyler, rider of Farmix (FR), concerning his use of the whip in the latter stages of 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 D. Meyler was in breach of R10(3)(g) by using his whip with excessive frequency. Having taken his previous record into consideration, the Stewards cautioned D. Meyler on this occasion

The Stewards interviewed S.W. Flanagan, rider of Dis Donc (FR), concerning his use of the whip in the latter stages of 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 S.W. Flanagan was in breach of R10(3)(g) by using his whip with excessive frequency. Having taken his previous record into consideration, the Stewards suspended S.W. Flanagan for 3 racedays.

A novice steeplechase for four years old and upwards which at entry are rated 125 or less (also open to horses which at entry are rated 125 or less in hurdle races)
Weights - 4-y-o 10st 11lbs 5-y-o and up 11st 5lbs
Penalties - Winner of a steeplechase 4lb extra Of two steeplechases 7lb extra