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Davy gave him a good ride and said he just had to sit and sit. He didn't go too wide on him because he's a big horse. He was good and brave, and winged the last. It was close but we got there. I was a bit nervous running back so quick but it was a good opportunity. He does nothing fancy at home but keeps galloping. Going up in trip didn't do any harm and I’d say he’ll jump a fence sooner rather than later. He's a big chaser. Gordon Elliott, trainer

L.P. Gilligan, rider of Steelambition trained by Paul W. Flynn, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount did not handle the track.

A novice hurdle race for five yrs old and upwards, that have not won more than one hurdle race
Weights - 11st 3lb; Mares allowed 7lb
Penalties - Winner of a hurdle race 7lb extra;