3.35 2m. 4f. 9 Declared. Virgin Bet Daily Extra Places Handicap Hurdle (GBB Race) (Class 2 ) of £35,000.00 4-y-o plus
1st - €18,210.00 2nd - €8,372.00 3rd - €4,186.00 4th - €2,093.00 5th - €1,046.00 6th - €522.00
Formscan - Having drawn 27 lengths clear of the third when runner-up at Warwick earlier this month, compensation could be heading in LONG DRAW's direction. A 3lb rise in the ratings looks more than fair for the five-year-old and his race fitness could prove crucial. Lavida Adiva capped off last season's novice campaign with a good second at Cheltenham and she warrants respect on her return to action. Ruth Jefferson's mare is feared most, ahead of Kamsinas.