See also » Tornado Flyer and Battleoverdoyen clash in feature
Battleoverdoyen has been in great form since Navan and this was the obvious race to aim for with him. He was good over two miles last time, but he always struck us like a horse who would be at his best over longer trips so the race at Naas looks an ideal distance for him. This is a big step up from his maiden hurdle, but I’m very happy with him and I think there is more to come from him. Hopefully he’ll run a big race, but this does look like quite a strong renewal. Gordon Elliott, trainer

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Come To Me (FR), trained by W.P. Mullins, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be coughing post race

P. Townend, rider of Come To Me (FR) trained by W.P. Mullins, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount ran disappointingly

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Tornado Flyer, trained by W.P. Mullins, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal. Samples were taken for analysis

The Stewards enquired into an incident on the home turn involving Battleoverdoyen, ridden by J.W. Kennedy, and Sams Profile (GB), ridden by B.J. Cooper. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards considered the incident to have been caused by accidental interference and took no further action.

A novice hurdle race for five yrs old and upwards
Weights - 5-y-o 11st 7lb; 6-y-o and up 11st 10lb; Mares allowed 7lb