8.15 1m. 4f. 11 Declared. Women's Irish Network Lady Riders H'cap of €21,000.00 4-y-o plus
1st - €12,600.00 2nd - €4,200.00 3rd - €2,100.00 4th - €1,050.00 5th - €630.00 6th - €420.00
FormscanBy John O'Riordan - THE BLACK TIGER, a first runner for Frances Crowley since renewing her licence, would be a hugely popular winner. Last seen when successful in a Curragh maiden last June for Aidan O'Brien, the four-year-old could be nicely handicapped off a mark of 82. With Hannah Smullen in the saddle, the son of Justify will have plenty of supporters. Willie Mullins supplies two of the biggest dangers, with Anotherway arguably the pick of his duo. Still very much in contention when falling at the second last in a Grade 2 hurdle at Fairyhouse in March, the five-year-old could have some leeway off a mark of 85. Stablemate Tounsivator, a dual winner on the flat in France, has been successful over hurdles since arriving in Ireland.
An extended handicap for four years old and upwards (95 = 10st 10lbs)Penalties - (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 7lb extra for each race won.Riders - Lady Riders only - 1. who hold a Licence or Apprentice Licence under Rules of Racing. 2. who hold a Licence or Apprentice Licence under Rules of Racing issued by any Recognised Turf Authority. 3. who are Qualified Riders under I.N.H.S. Rules. 4. who hold a Permit to ride in Flat Races issued by any other Recognised Turf Authority. Allowances - (which are not cumulative, up to and including 13th May) Riders who have not ridden the winners of 30 *races allowed..........7lb Those who have not ridden the winners of 60 *races allowed..........5lb Those who have not ridden the winners of 90 *races allowed..........3lb No allowance to riders under Rule 69 may be claimed *Including races under any National Hunt Rules or Rules of Racing Top weight after the time of declaration shall not be less than 10st 10lbs and the minimum weight is 8st 10lbs