17:12 RoscommonRacecourse.ie Handicap

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Although raised 12lb for a recent course and distance win, the Andrew Kinirons-trained YERMANTHERE can follow up. Competitive off a similar mark in the past, the five-year-old once again has the assistance of Sean Bowen in the saddle. Taking Bowen's valuable claim into account, the gelding remains capable of further success at a track where he is already proven. Brave Troop had been in excellent form earlier in the campaign but struggled somewhat when faced with a higher grade in recent outings. The Barry Fitzgerald-trained four-year-old will find this company slightly easier. Chestnutter made all on two occasions earlier in the summer but was faced with a difficult task when drawn out wide in Leopardstown recently. Nonetheless, the Noel Meade-trained filly acquitted herself well in third place.