2.25 3m. 97yds. 10 Declared. Howden Long Walk Hurdle (Grade 1) (GBB Race) (Class 1 ) of £110,000.00 4-y-o plus
1st - €62,645.00 2nd - €23,507.00 3rd - €11,770.00 4th - €5,863.00 5th - €2,948.00 6th - €1,474.00
Formscan - A fascinating battle between Champ, who goes well fresh, three-time winner Paisley Park and the up-and-coming youngsters looking to take over at the top. West Balboa fits the latter category at the age of seven and has won four of her six starts over hurdles making her a serious contender, but a chance is taken on BLUEKING D'OROUX. Unbeaten this season over shorter, Paul Nicholls steps him up to 3m for the first time, and he could yet surprise them all if staying the distance.