8.10 1m. 4f. 115yds. 14 Declared. GAIN The Advantage Series (Ladies) H'cap of €15,000.00 4-y-o plus
1st - €9,000.00 2nd - €3,000.00 3rd - €1,500.00 4th - €750.00 5th - €450.00 6th - €300.00
FormscanBy Alan Magee - AVONDALE was given a handicap mark after running over shorter trips and, following a promising reappearance when switched to hurdles at Punchestown, showed he gets 1m4f well when narrowly denied by Miss Paloma at Dundalk last month. The booking of Aine O’Connor adds to confidence. Evening’s Empire gave Alexandra Egan her first winner in a thrilling finish at Down Royal with Not Just Any Eagle, whose rider lost her irons in the final furlong, close up in third. Jody Townend is a significant booking on Black Soul who seemed to appreciate some cut in the ground when runner-up in this race 12 months ago while Bold Approach is a solid contender over this trip.
An extended handicap for four years old and upwards (75 = 11st 7lbs)Penalties - (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 7lb extra for each race won.Riders - Lady Riders only: 1. Who hold an Apprentice Licence under Rules of Racing. 2. Who hold an Apprentice Licence under Rules of Racing issued by any recognised Turf Authority. 3. Who are Qualified Riders under I.N.H.S. Rules. 4. Who hold a Permit to ride in Flat Races issued by any recognised Turf Authority. Allowances - (which are not cumulative, up to and including 5th August) Riders who have not ridden the winners of 20 *races allowed..........7lb Riders who have not ridden the winners of 40 *races allowed..........5lb Riders who have not ridden the winners of 60 *races allowed..........3lb No allowance to riders under Rule 69 may be claimed *Including races under any N.H. Rules or Rules of Racing Top weight after the time of declaration shall not be less than 11st 7lb and the minimum weight is 9st 7lb Upcoming Race Conditions Week Commencing Monday 5th August