2.00 2m. 1f. 176yds. 3 Declared. Sligo Races Halloween H'dle of €12,000.00 4-y-o plus
1st - €7,200.00 2nd - €2,400.00 3rd - €1,200.00 4th - €600.00
FormscanBy Gary Carson - This looks a nice starting point for Champion Hurdle fifth COLONEL MUSTARD. Lorna Fowler's charge kept top company when reverting to hurdles last season and was last seen finishing third, albeit well-beaten, behind State Man at Punchestown. This is an easier task now. Solness could be a tough rival though if he doesn't strip fit enough for his return. Joseph O'Brien's charge won a competitive handicap over fences in Listowel and is now rated 154 in that sphere. Kings Hill still has a few pounds to find on ratings despite getting weight, and Jack Gilligan taking off 7lb. He can't be ruled out though.
A hurdle for four years old and upwards that have not won more than one hurdle raceWeights - 4-y-o 11st 5lbs 5-y-o and up 11st 6lbs Mares allowed 7lbsPenalties - Penalty - Winner of a hurdle race 6lb extra