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He had been cutting out last year a bit, but kept going there and I'd say the jockey (Dylan Browne McMonagle) got the fractions right. That is his first ride for me and he is very bright and to win was grand. The horse was no mug last year, he had a rating of 78 and he had been second on soft ground at Tipperary one day. I didn't look beyond today. Augustine Leahy, trainer

The Stewards requested a report from Augustine Leahy, trainer, as to the apparent improvement in form of Principalship (GB), placed first, as compared with its recent form. The trainer reported that his charge had ran too free over a longer trip on its previous run and was of the opinion that a return to the minimum trip and the first time application of a tongue tie had helped to bring about the apparent improvement in form. Having considered the report, the Stewards noted the explanation offered.

An extended handicap for three years old and upwards (90 = 10st)
Weights - Top weight in the original handicap and after the time of declaration shall not be less than 10st and the minimum weight is 8st 6lbs
Penalties - (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 6lb extra for each race won.