Wed, May 01, 2024

Day two of the Punchestown Festival begins with an open and competitive handicap hurdle. FINAL ORDERS (3) ran with credit at Cheltenham (UK) two weeks ago when sixth tackling the 2m5f G2 Silver Trophy Handicap Chase. Down in grade on hurdle return for a trainer worth noting. Serious player. HARSH (23) recorded a smart fourth contesting the 2m Fred Winter Premier Handicap Hurdle at the Cheltenham Festival (UK) in March. May enjoy this longer journey. Shortlisted now. PARK OF KINGS (21) was a decent fifth tackling a 3m Listed handicap hurdle at Leopardstown in February. In the picture back down in trip. MAROTO (17) placed second in a Clonmel 2m maiden hurdle two weeks ago. Holds claims for a top yard.