5.30 1m. 2f. 18 Declared. SBK M'dn of €20,000.00 3-y-o plus
1st - €12,000.00 2nd - €4,000.00 3rd - €2,000.00 4th - €1,000.00 5th - €600.00 6th - €400.00
FormscanBy John O'Riordan - Although somewhat disappointing at Dundalk last time, BARD OF AVON is worth another chance on the basis of his reappearance fourth over this course and distance on his previous start. The winner of that latter race easily landed a premier handicap on Champions Weekend, while the runner-up won her maiden next time. On the assumption that he is better suited to turf, the Joseph O'Brien-trained colt gets the vote. Navan runner-up Dahab, who boasts an identical official rating to the selection, has to be respected. The Denis Hogan-trained gelding was well supported when finding just one too strong on that occasion. Newcomer John Steinbeck also has to be considered in a contest where those that have previously raced appear vulnerable.
For three years old and upwards, maidens at startingWeights - 3-y-o 9st 8lbs 4-y-o and up 9st 13lbs Fillies allowed 5lbs