1.00 2m. 178yds. 8 Declared. Ellen Timney Foundation Christmas Handicap Hurdle (Class 5 ) of £9,300.00 3-y-o plus
1st - €4,684.00 2nd - €2,158.00 3rd - €1,078.00 4th - €540.00 5th - €350.00 6th - €350.00
Formscan - PATIENT DREAM has shown ability over hurdles and it would come as no surprise to see him make a winning start for his new yard. The trip and ground can be expected to suit, while he's also got prior C&D experience. Strong Team is dangerous to underestimate and is respected after a second over timber at Newcastle last month. Monjules, a previous C&D winner, is another to monitor closely in the betting.