3.35 3m. 50yds. 14 Declared. Fermoy M'dn H'dle of €12,000.00 5-y-o plus
1st - €7,200.00 2nd - €2,400.00 3rd - €1,200.00 4th - €600.00 5th - €360.00 6th - €240.00
FormscanBy Mark Nunan - SOVEREIGN GOLD ran reasonably well in a couple of maiden hurdles won by talented mares during the winter before being sent over fences. She was a good second in a handicap chase at Naas and has prospects here returning to the smaller obstacles after a two month break. Meticulous hasn’t run up to his mark in recent outings but his second to Envoi Allen in a bumper two years ago is a standout piece of form in this company and he can’t be discounted. Barbary Master was below best last time but had some good placed efforts last season while General Counsel was narrowly beaten by two very smart types when last seen in 2019 and is an intriguing runner stepping up in trip.
A hurdle for five years old and upwards, maidens at startingWeights - 12st Mares allowed 7lbs