1.55 5f. 180yds. 16 Declared. Flower Hill Apprentice H'cap of €10,000.00 3-y-o plus
1st - €6,000.00 2nd - €2,000.00 3rd - €1,000.00 4th - €500.00 5th - €300.00 6th - €200.00
FormscanBy Mark Nunan - SHOEBOX KING was a course winner over 5f last summer and is now only 2lb higher after some moderate performances recently. He was fitted with blinkers for the first time when landing that aforementioned Navan handicap and now has a different form of headgear fitted for the first time which may spark a revival in his fortunes. His most recent run at Naas should be ignored as he suffered serious interference. Cuban Grey had four of these rivals behind when second over 5f here earlier in the month and can make his presence felt. Layoftheland has been finishing off well in her races this season and makes a quick reappearance after taking the silver medal position at Sligo on Wednesday.
An extended handicap for three years old and upwards rated 47-65Penalties - (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 7lb extra for each race won.Riders - Apprentices who hold an Apprentice Licence under Rules of Racing issued by any recognised Turf Authority and who have not lost the right to claim the 3lb allowance (95 winners) Allowances - (up to and including 14th May and which are not cumulative) Apprentices who have not ridden 15 *winners allowed..........7lb Apprentices who have not ridden 30 *winners allowed..........4lb Apprentices who have not ridden 45 *winners allowed..........2lb *Including races under any N.H. Rules