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Paul thought he had a shout. We jumped out and went a good even gallop. He’s a hardy horse and takes a lot of passing. A small horse like him wants a tight track. He popped away lovely over the hurdles and it’s great to get it. Paul John Gilligan, trainer

The Stewards enquired into possible interference after the last involving Face The Odds, ridden by E. Walsh, placed second and Wrong Direction, ridden by D.J. McInerney, placed third, where it appeared Face The Odds made contact with Wrong Direction. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. D.J. McInerney, stated that his mount did suffer interference, but felt it made no difference to his finishing position. E. Walsh stated that his mount was a big awkward type that lost its action in the closing stages causing interference, but felt that it did not improve his placing. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that while unintentional interference had occurred it did not necessitate a change to the judges placings and they took no further action.

A novice hurdle for five years old and upwards that have not won more than one hurdle race
Weights - 11st 5lbs Mares allowed 7lbs
Penalties - Penalty - Winner of a hurdle race 7lb extra
Riders - Confined to Professional & Claiming Professional Riders who have not ridden more than 15 winners under any N.H. Rules from 3rd May, 2020 to 3rd June, 2021 inclusive. (Qualified Riders are excluded from riding in this race)