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We've had a few issues with him jumping and he has always been a bit sticky. The last twice I ran him over the plastic hurdles and he just didn't enjoy it at all. He was a bit awkward over the first few today but he warmed into the race. It was grand to get that today. He is a highly rated flat horse but he has been disappointing. He has won nicely today and hopefully he can improve from it. I think no hurdle in the straight was a big help to him. The final hurdle was causing problems during the year (where it was previously positioned), horses were just diving at it for no reason and I was glad to see it gone today. Denis W Cullen, trainer

The Stewards requested a report from Denis W. Cullen, trainer, as to the apparent improvement in form of Whipper's Boy, winner, as compared with its recent form. The trainer reported that this horse was tried in a visor last time which didn't appear to work and a tongue strap was applied today, in what looked an ordinary race. Having considered the evidence the Stewards noted the explanation offered.

A hurdle race for four yrs old only, maidens at starting
Weights - 11st 7lb; Fillies allowed 7lb
Allowances - Horses that have not won a *race allowed 5lb