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I was worried about the ground because Paul Townend said that it was heavier than it was the last day in Down Royal,. I went off him then but other than that I fancied him beforehand. I just didn't like to hear Paul say it was deeper here than in Down Royal. He's a great little horse and as tough as nails. There are a few races between now and Christmas and if I think he's holding his form I'll keep going until Christmas. There are race in England, a good race in Ascot. I probably won't pull him out again in Fairyhouse in two weeks time. He was in the Greatwood today. I was going for better ground but it went soft over there. So we decided to come back here. The long-term plan is the Galway Hurdle. He likes Galway and I like Galway!. He travelled well today and David said he went on the ground which was a bit of a surprise. Thomas Mullins, trainer

The Stewards interviewed Alan Delaney, authorised representative for E. D. Delany, trainer of Yaha Fizz, regarding the late arrival of their charge into the Parade Ring. Evidence was heard from the trainer's representative who stated that this animal is very difficult to saddle and plenty of time is required to tack him up for a race, but today he misjudged the time allowed and consequently was late arriving into the parade ring. Having considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that E.D. Delaney was in breach of Rule 32(ii) and therefore cautioned him through his representative and furthermore advised him to liaise with the Clerk of the Course when running this animal in the future.

An extended handicap hurdle for four yrs old and upwards rated 0-140
Penalties - Winner of a hurdle race after calculation of the handicap to carry 6lb extra for each hurdle race won. Alternative Handicap