2.30 1m. 7f. 169yds. 8 Declared. JM Construction 'National Hunt' Novices' Hurdle (GBB Race) (Class 4 ) of £9,000.00 4-y-o plus
1st - €4,901.00 2nd - €2,258.00 3rd - €1,129.00 4th - €565.00
Formscan - PASSIONATE PURSUIT was travelling like the winner until she made a mistake and unseated her rider two out at Wincanton on Boxing Day. This looks a weaker race and she can make amends this time. Mamoon Star drops in class and is respected accordingly, while Blueberry Wine, who improved over fences after a wind operation, is interesting back over hurdles and is another taken seriously.