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He's good and tough and my staff and Danny (her son) have done a super job with him and Adrian gave him a great ride. I think he is special but all has to go the right way and he'll stay on the novice route now. He has won over two miles and three miles so could go back to two if you want. Ms Margaret Mullins, trainer

The Stewards interviewed A.P. Heskin, rider of Martello Tower, concerning his use of the whip in the closing stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that the rider was in breach of Regulation 10.3(e), in that he had used his whip other than down the shoulder or the hind quarters and having considered his record cautioned him.

A novice hurdle race for four yrs old and upwards which are EBF eligible
Weights - 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st; Mares allowed 7lb
Penalties - Winner of two hurdle races 3lb extra; Of three hurdle races or a Grade 3 hurdle race 6lb extra; Of two Grade 3 hurdle races or a Grade 2 hurdle race 8lb extra; Of a Grade 1 hurdle race 10lb extra