4.35 1m. 1f. 100yds. 16 Declared. Lord Bagenal Inn Carlow H'cap of €12,500.00 3-y-o plus
1st - €7,500.00 2nd - €2,500.00 3rd - €1,250.00 4th - €625.00 5th - €375.00 6th - €250.00
FormscanBy John O'Riordan - PASSIONATE has been hit hard by the handicapper following her impressive Killarney win but there are grounds for believing the Andrew Slattery-trained filly could still be ahead of her mark. Having just her second run in handicap company, the daughter of Churchill travelled strongly throughout, before powering six lengths clear of her rivals. With the runner-up going on to win his next start, that form already has a decent look to it. Annexation came from near last to first when winning over course and distance on his most recent start. Henry De Bromhead's eight-year-old is still well treated relative to his hurdles mark. Glor Tire can also get involved, with the form of her recent maiden win at this track having been boosted since.
An extended handicap for three years old and upwards (80 = 10st)Penalties - (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 7lb extra for each race won.