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The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined Tom's Article, at the request of Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal. Samples were taken for analysis. D.J. Condon, rider of Tom's Article, trained by Gordon Elliott, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount was unable to handle the soft ground conditions.

A hurdle race for four yrs old and upwards, maidens at starting
Weights - 4-y-o 11st 6lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 12lb; Mares allowed 7lb
Allowances - Horses that have not won a *race If 4-y-o allowed 5lb If 5-y-o and up allowed 8lb