5.48 3m. 1f. 40yds. 16 Declared. Tote Connacht National H'cap S'chase of €24,000.00 5-y-o plus
1st - €14,400.00 2nd - €4,800.00 3rd - €2,400.00 4th - €1,200.00 5th - €720.00 6th - €480.00
FormscanBy John O'Riordan - Gordon Elliott can win yet another National, with HURRICANE GEORGIE fancied to defy topweight under the excellent Carl Millar. Successful at Limerick on her most recent start, the former Midlands National winner can race off her lowest mark in two years, once taking her jockeys 7lb claim into account. A proven stayer, who enjoys going right-handed, the mare has plenty in her favour. Gold Bullion is a lightly raced chaser who is open to further progression over fences this season. Trainer Henry De Bromhead has been amongst the winners of late. Hascoeur Clermont shaped better when fifth at Killarney last time, so also has to be respected for Gavin Cromwell.
An extended handicap steeplechase for five years old and upwards (140 = 11st 12lbs)Penalties - Winner of a steeplechase after calculation of the handicap shall carry 7lb extra for each steeplechase won.Riders - Confined to Professional & Claiming Professional Riders who have not ridden more than 15 winners under any N.H. Rules from 30th April, 2023 to 4th May, 2024 inclusive. (Qualified Riders are excluded from riding in this race)