7.20 3m. 180yds. 14 Declared. Kilbeggan Racecourse H'cap H'dle of €10,000.00 4-y-o plus
1st - €6,000.00 2nd - €2,000.00 3rd - €1,000.00 4th - €500.00 5th - €300.00 6th - €200.00
FormscanBy John O'Riordan - Despite being raised 12lb for an easy Punchestown win in May, WESTERN MODEL should be capable of following up. With the seven-length runner-up easily landing a competitive handicap at Listowel on his next start and the third just beaten a head at Bellewstown, the form has a strong look. Paul Nolan's five-year-old seems to appreciate a decent surface so the less rain that falls, the better his chances. Pat Doyle's Safran Et Bleu won a handicap over course and distance last time. Although subsequently raised 6lb, his riders claim brings him right back into contention. Another recent course and distance winner Reserve Judgement has more on his plate here but can't be ruled out given he is proven around this tight track.
An extended handicap hurdle for four years old and upwards rated 80-102Penalties - Winner of a hurdle race after calculation of the handicap shall carry 7lb extra for each hurdle race won.