2.58 2m. 4f. 134yds. 16 Declared. Punchestown Home Of Irish Jumps Mdn Hdl of €12,000.00 4-y-o plus
1st - €7,200.00 2nd - €2,400.00 3rd - €1,200.00 4th - €600.00 5th - €360.00 6th - €240.00
FormscanBy John O'Riordan - Having twice reached the frame in similar races here last season, Gordon Elliott's LIGHTKEEPER can finally make the breakthrough. The six-year-old was unquestionably disappointing at Navan on his final start but prior to that had run well in competitive maidens all winter. If fit and ready for this assignment he looks the most likely winner. Camino Rock boasts an almost identical profile in that he too had been running well all year before failing to get involved last time. The Mouse Morris-trained gelding also has placed form at this venue. Fenway Park also holds strong claims on the strength of his fourth placed finish at the festival here earlier this month.
A hurdle for four years old and upwards, maidens at starting Weights - 4-y-o 11st 4lbs; 5-y-o and up 11st 12lbs; Mares allowed 7lbs;