Sunday 4 April · Cork, Eire
16:05 O'Dwyers Steel Dundrum Easter Handicap Hurdle (0-145) (Grade B)
- Distance
- 2m 3f 0y
- Going
- Good
- Class
- 0
- Prize
- EUR 40000
- Runners
- 13
Race preview
COQOLINO might not be on a bad mark here for his handicap debut and Jordan Gainford further aids his chances by claiming a valuable 7lb off his back. The French-bred had a big reputation when making his 'track' debut at Gowran last season but had the misfortune to bump into Bob Olinger. He took a while to find his feet over hurdles but was a good winner at Navan last month and stepping up in trip again now should be a help. No Grey Area's got a 14lb hike for winning impressively at Gowran last time and it will be interesting to see if he can maintain his progression. De Name Escapes Me was last seen finishing third in a very strong handicap won by Flooring Porter at Navan in December. Off the same mark, he has to be given serious consideration.