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That was super. He is some horse. That's twice now that I've been wrong with the ground. The ground had dried again on his last two runs, and when things are happening too quick for him he is too old to keep going. But when it's that bit softer, things are slowed down, he loves it and is able to operate better in it. Obviously he loves here as well, he is after winning three here, left-handed and right-handed! . We had thoughts of retiring him but they will be put on hold now. He won't go on winter ground, but there is still plenty of races for him. I think there is a 0-102 back here in the coming months. He is after winning six races and he is a fabulous horse to have. There is nothing for him at Galway. I took a chance with him today because there was a small entry. Rachael gave him a fantastic ride, she did exactly what I told her to do. Conor O'Dwyer, trainer

The Stewards requested a report from Conor O'Dwyer, trainer as to the apparent improvement in form of Prosperity Square, placed first, as compared with its recent form. The trainer reported that his charge disappointed on his last two starts when unable to go the pace on good ground. Returning to a softer surface, his charge travelled better and was able to stay in contention. Having considered the evidence the Stewards noted the explanation offered.

An extended handicap steeplechase for five yrs old and upwards (116 = 11st 10lb)
Weights - Top weight in the original handicap; shall not be less than 11st 10lb
Penalties - Winner of a steeplechase after calculation of the handicap to carry 4lb extra for each such steeplechase won.