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.He's been a bit disappointing since he won his maiden hurdle at Punchestown and I didn't think it would take him this long to win a novice chase,. He was a bit leery in front. I couldn't believe the way this race cut up. He probably wants three miles plus as he's a bit one paced. Noel Meade, trainer

A steeplechase for four yrs old and upwards that have not won a steeplechase
Weights - 4-y-o 10st 11lb; 5-y-o 11st 9lb; 6-y-o and up 11st 12lb; Mares allowed 7lb;