3.20 2m. 5f. 137yds. 11 Declared. Virgin Bet Maiden Hurdle (GBB Race) (Class 4 ) of £7,500.00 4-y-o plus
1st - €4,084.00 2nd - €1,882.00 3rd - €940.00 4th - €471.00
Formscan - The King Of Ryhope kept on well for second on his Rules bow over 2m4f at Carlisle in October and commands respect stepping up in trip, but it could pay to take a chance on the class-dropping MAX'S CHAMP. He kept on to finish fourth on his latest outing over 2m4f at Cheltenham on New Year's Day and could benefit from a stiffer stamina test, especially as he is a point-to-point winner. Sandalwood sports first-time cheekpieces and should not be underestimated for powerful connections, while Great Name That adds further spice to the race.