2.05 2m. 2f. 16 Declared. John J.Galvin M'dn H'dle of €13,500.00 5-y-o plus
1st - €8,100.00 2nd - €2,700.00 3rd - €1,350.00 4th - €675.00 5th - €405.00 6th - €270.00
FormscanBy John O'Riordan - Although yet to get his head in front in seven career starts to date, IRISH PANTHER undoubtedly has the ability to win races. The Edward O'Grady-trained gelding finished runner-up on his only point-to-point outing, before reaching the frame on all three bumper starts. Having done likewise over hurdles, the seven-year-old gives the impression that it is only a matter of time before he makes the breakthrough. Stormbreaker, who won twice on the Flat when trained in Britain, is entitled to come on from his recent hurdling debut. Although the Willie Mullins-trained five-year-old finished second, he should be capable of better. Stablemate Mr Escobar boasts a similar profile, having shaped with promise on his penultimate start.
A hurdle for five years old and upwards, maidens at startingWeights - 11st 12lbs Mares allowed 7lbs