LOUGHANMORE

Gates Open: 11:00 am
First Race: 13:00 pm
Admission Prices: £5
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Track Biography:

The point-to-point course is located at Loughanmore, Dunadry near Templepatrick.

Our landowner, Wilson Dennison has owned and produced a number of top-class national hunt horses including graded winners Yorkhill, Shaneshill, and Bellshill.

Our point-to-point is proud to have launched the career of many talented young horses who have gone on to make six figure sums at the horse-in-training sales in both Ireland and the UK.  Some of the leading names include the Cheltenham festival winner Ted Veale and the Cheltenham Gold Cup runner-up Truckers Tavern.

Its reputation as one of the premier tracks in the country, ensures that is has a particularly strong recent roll of honour, with the four-year-old maiden that is run at their Easter fixture really standing up to the test of time.

 

Loughanmore Point-to-Point Races


Loughanmore,
Dunadry,
Co.Antrim


Contact Details


Beth Armstrong –00447771531409
 

How To Get There

By Road

From Belfast– Take the M2 to the international airport exit. Turn left to Templepatrick and take the third exit off the first roundabout. Once you pass the Hilton Hotel take the first road on the left.

By Air

Loughanmore point-to-point is located 15 minutes from Belfast International airport and 25 minutes from George Best airport.


Postcode

BT39 0DD

 

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Combined with extensive free parking we have a number of natural and man-made banks to help with viewing.

As the parking is in the centre of the course you are never too far from the action. This also provides an ideal spot to enjoy a picnic while you enjoy the racing.

Disabled parking and toilets are provided at the track which allows all race goers to enjoy their days racing. 

In our bookmakers ring you can view and bet on any off-course races on the day in both England and Ireland.

We offer a variety of catering options.

Our outside food caterers are located beside the parade ring and bookies and they sell an array of hot food options such as burgers, chips, sausages and chicken goujons.

If you would like to satisfy your sweet tooth we have a doughnut stall and an extensive sweet and chocolate stand that sells a selection of delicious goodies.

If you would a treat for the day we also have an ice-cream van in attendance.

 

Race goers can purchase teas and coffees from our special coffee cart that sells a variety of popular coffee options.

Soft drinks and juices can be purchased from our outside catering outlet.

If you would like something a little stronger to keep you warm during your days racing, alcohol can be purchased in our on-course bar.
 

No, we do not have an official dress code we just advise our race goers to stay warm and dry for your days racing and to prepare yourself for all types of Irish weather.
Dogs are very welcome, but need to be kept on a lead at all times.
Yes, we welcome visitors to bring their own picnics or refreshments. We also have a range of catering options on course if you don?t fancy packing a picnic for the day.
At our point-to-point, we are lucky to have wide open spaces for children to play in a safe environment.
No we do not provide an ATM so we recommend that you make a stop in Templepatrick on your way to the races.

Loughanmore point-to-point is the perfect day out for the family in Northern Ireland countryside and as an added bonus for parents all children U16 have free admission.

As our spring fixture is held over the Easter holidays, our point-to-point offers the perfect location for a weekend away with the family. We are located less than half an hour drive from Belfast city and Belfast port which makes it extremely accessible for visitors to combine a city break with a day out in the countryside.

The award winning Hilton hotel is situated only five minutes from the track and along with a superb golf course it also has a luxurious spa to experience.

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Entries

DENNISON COMMERCIALS LTD 4yo Maiden

Maiden Race For 4-Y-O For Certified Hunters aged 4 years old only, maidens at starting, the property of subscribers to any Hunt in Ireland.

Mares allowed 5lbs.

(Prize Money €800: 1st €560, 2nd €160, 3rd €80)

Weights: 11st 11bs

About 3 Miles

No Form Horse Weight Owner Hunt/Handler DE
1 BLUE FLIGHT (FR) (11yo B G)
BLUE BRESIL (FR) / LOVER FLIGHT (FR) / SAINT CYRIEN (FR)
11st 11lbs W.W. Dennison
Colin S. McKeever
 
2 MARTALINK (FR) (11yo CH G)
MARTALINE (GB) / A SINDA (FR) / SINNDAR (IRE)
11st 11lbs Alan McCaldin
Caroline McCaldin
 
3 MAYOHILL (IRE) (11yo B G)
BENEFICIAL (GB) / DARAS MAYO (IRE) / KASMAYO (GB)
11st 11lbs W.W. Dennison
Colin S. McKeever
 
4 SKYHILL (IRE) (11yo B G)
GOLD WELL (GB) / CLASSIC MARI (IRE) / CLASSIC CLICHE (IRE)
11st 11lbs W.W. Dennison
Colin S. McKeever
 
5 HENRY JOY (IRE) (11yo B G)
SHANTOU (USA) / SUE'S SONG (GB) / ALFLORA (IRE)
11st 11lbs Milestone Racing Partnership
Colin Bowe
 
6 JOHN WICK (IRE) (11yo BL G)
WESTERNER (GB) / INISHBEG HOUSE (IRE) / GLACIAL STORM (USA)
11st 11lbs Milestone Racing Partnership
Colin Bowe
 
7 LODGE HILL (IRE) (11yo B G)
OSCAR (IRE) / ESBEGGI (GB) / SABREHILL (USA)
11st 11lbs Milestone Racing Partnership
Colin Bowe
 
8 RATH AN IUIR (IRE) (11yo B G)
FLEMENSFIRTH (USA) / AMATHEA (FR) / EXIT TO NOWHERE (USA)
11st 11lbs Milestone Racing Partnership
Colin Bowe
 
9 BIG DIFFERENCE (IRE) (11yo B G)
PRESENTING (GB) / ROQUE DE CYBORG (IRE) / HIGH CHAPARRAL (IRE)
11st 11lbs W.B. Connors
Colin Bowe
 
10 BENRUBEN (IRE) (11yo B G)
BENEFICIAL (GB) / DIDINAS (FR) / KALDOU STAR (GB)
11st 11lbs Aidan Fitzgerald
Aidan Fitzgerald
 
11 DEFINITE WISDOM (IRE) (11yo B G)
DEFINITE ARTICLE (GB) / WISDOM AND LIGHT (IRE) / ALDERBROOK (GB)
11st 11lbs Cobajay Syndicate
Aidan Fitzgerald
 
12 MAUREEN'S STAR (IRE) (11yo B M)
GOLD WELL (GB) / SERPENTINE MINE (IRE) / RASHAR (USA)
11st 1lbs Daniel Savage
Liam Lennon
 
13 SCHOOL LANE (IRE) (11yo B G)
WINGED LOVE (IRE) / MANGAN MONTE (IRE) / MONTELIMAR (USA)
11st 6lbs Caoimhe O'Hare
Liam Lennon
 
14 BRIDLE LOANAN (IRE) (11yo B G)
GETAWAY (GER) / HANORA O'BRIEN (IRE) / BOB BACK (USA)
11st 11lbs Sara O'Hare
J.G. Cosgrave
 
15 BURNING SANDS (IRE) (11yo CH G)
APPROVE (IRE) / INNISHMORE (IRE) / LEAR FAN (USA)
11st 11lbs Inish Stables Partnership
Brian Jordan
 
16 CRIO CUERVOS (FR) (11yo GR G)
SPANISH MOON (USA) / MISS TERESINA (FR) / TAKE RISKS (FR)
11st 11lbs Catherine Murphy
Denis Paul Murphy
 
17 HARD TO FORGET (IRE) (11yo B G)
GOLD WELL (GB) / RAHEEN NA HOON (IRE) / BOYNE VALLEY (GB)
11st 11lbs Rodney Ian Arthur
Rodney Ian Arthur
 
18 HOME PLACE (IRE) (11yo B G)
MAHLER (GB) / LETTHISBETHEONE (IRE) / MOSCOW SOCIETY (USA)
11st 11lbs Gary Ryan
Karl Thornton
 
19 OSCAR FLAME (IRE) (11yo B BR G)
OSCAR (IRE) / HAMER'S LAST (IRE) / PHARDANTE (FR)
11st 11lbs Monbeg Syndicate
Donnchadh Doyle
 
20 OUR SEAMUS (IRE) (11yo B G)
JEREMY (USA) / DELIA ERIA (IRE) / ZAMINDAR (USA)
11st 11lbs Eoin G. & Karen Barry
Eoin G. Barry
 
21 ROB THE GETAWAY (IRE) (11yo B G)
GETAWAY (GER) / KINARD TRUE (IRE) / SNURGE (IRE)
11st 11lbs Pa & Se Partnership
John Joseph Hanlon
 
22 SHANROE AL C (IRE) (11yo BR G)
ARCADIO (GER) / DROMROE DREAMER (IRE) / INSAN (USA)
11st 11lbs Brian Smyth
Karl Thornton
 
23 THE SOME DANCE KID (IRE) (11yo B G)
SHANTOU (USA) / RIVER ROUGE (IRE) / CROCO ROUGE (IRE)
11st 11lbs D.M. Christie
D.M. Christie
 
24 WEAKFIELD (IRE) (11yo B G)
COURT CAVE (IRE) / THATS THE LOT (IRE) / FLEMENSFIRTH (USA)
11st 11lbs Danestown Racing Partnership
Gavin Cromwell
 
25 WHAT A FEVER (IRE) (11yo CH G)
STOWAWAY (GB) / BALLON ROSE (IRE) / ROSELIER (FR)
11st 11lbs N.J. Heffernan
Sean Thomas Doyle
 

Preview

Colin Bowe won the opening race of the season at Castletown-Geoghegan last Sunday and he looks to have a strong hand here with both Rath An Iuir and BIG DIFFERENCE. The former ran well at both Loughanmore and Taylorstown last season and is sure to go close, whilst his well-bred stablemate Big Difference also ran well on debut as he finished behind Court Liability who was a winner at Fontwell last weekend. The locally trained Blue Flight, Oscar Flame and Home Place are others with claims.

JACKSONS BUTCHER SHOP & BAKERY 5&6yo Mares Maiden

Maiden Race For 5 & 6-Y-O Mares For Certified Hunters aged 5 and 6 years old, Mares only, maidens at starting, the property of subscribers to any Hunt in Ireland.

(Prize Money €1200: 1st €840, 2nd €240, 3rd €120)

Weights: 11st 11lbs

About 3 Miles

No Form Horse Weight Owner Hunt/Handler DE
1 ABSAINTE (FR) (12yo GR M)
SAINT DES SAINTS (FR) / NIANGARA (FR) / BABY TURK (IRE)
11st 11lbs Smile Says It All Syndicate
A.J. Martin
 
2 ANNIE MCCARROLL (IRE) (12yo B M)
ASK (GB) / THE IRISH WHIP (GB) / PRESENTING (GB)
11st 11lbs Andrew G. Kennedy & G.R. Logan
C.A. McBratney
 
3 CORUS GIRL (IRE) (13yo B M)
KAYF TARA (GB) / ALINGHI (GER) / TERTULLIAN (USA)
11st 6lbs J.M. Fitzpatrick
William J. McLernon
 
4 FROZEN MOTION (GB) (12yo B M)
BLACK SAM BELLAMY (IRE) / KATYS JOOLS (GB) / KING'S THEATRE (IRE)
11st 11lbs Denis Paul Murphy
Denis Paul Murphy
 
5 IN ARREARS (IRE) (12yo B M)
BENEFICIAL (GB) / GULLET DAWN (IRE) / FLEMENSFIRTH (USA)
11st 11lbs G F Edwards
G F Edwards
 
6 JUST LIKE US (IRE) (13yo GR M)
VERTICAL SPEED (FR) / OUR TOURING GREY (IRE) / GREAT PALM (USA)
11st 11lbs Ann S. O'Neill
Aidan Fitzgerald
 
7 LOVEFROMABOVE (IRE) (13yo B M)
FLEMENSFIRTH (USA) / GOOD LOOKING WOMAN (IRE) / OSCAR (IRE)
11st 11lbs Michael D.A. Graham
Lyle Andrew
 
8 MILAN DANCER (IRE) (13yo B M)
MILAN (GB) / PAWNEE TRAIL (IRE) / TAIPAN (IRE)
11st 11lbs Shauna Kelly
Noel C. Kelly
 
9 QUESTIONATION (IRE) (13yo B M)
DUBAI DESTINATION (USA) / HOW IS THINGS (IRE) / NORWICH (GB)
11st 11lbs Kieran McKay
Gerald Quinn
 
10 SHIPWRECK (IRE) (13yo B M)
SHANTOU (USA) / SKELETON COAST (IRE) / BOB BACK (USA)
11st 11lbs Templeburn Racing Syndicate
C.A. McBratney
 

Preview

MILAN DANCER is doubly entered on this card and whichever race she lines up in, she would hold strong chances having ran well in both four-year-old maidens and on the track in the past. This could be the tougher race, however, with Lovefromabove and Frozen Motion both bringing placed form into the race. Lovefromabove finished placed behind Glenmona at Portrush, a mare who has since run well under rules for new connections to advertise that form, whilst Frozen Motion was a beaten favourite at Dromahane last May when finishing third behind Dinos Benefit. Questionation is also of interest.

STONEBRIDGE PREMIUM FEEDS 5yo Geldings Maiden

Maiden Race For 5-Y-O Geldings For Certified Hunters aged 5 years old, Geldings only, maidens at starting, the property of subscribers to any Hunt in Ireland.

(Prize Money €800: 1st €560, 2nd €160, 3rd €80)

Weights: 12st 2bs

About 3 Miles

No Form Horse Weight Owner Hunt/Handler DE
1 CAPTAIN COOK (GER) (12yo B G)
NOROIT (GER) / CRYING LOVE (GER) / WINGED LOVE (IRE)
12st 2lbs Cathal McGovern
C.A. McBratney
 
2 CARCANO (IRE) (12yo BR G)
ARCADIO (GER) / BRAW LASS (GB) / ALFLORA (IRE)
12st 2lbs Mrs J.K. Ferguson
Jamie A. Sloan
 
3 DANCE THE RAPIDS (IRE) (12yo B G)
SCORPION (IRE) / THAT'S AMAZING (IRE) / MARIGNAN (USA)
12st 2lbs Sean F. Gallagher
Sean F. Gallagher
 
4 DESIGN PLAN (IRE) (12yo CH G)
BLUEPRINT (IRE) / CONSPROBLEM (IRE) / MAZAAD (IRE)
11st 11lbs Ann Hunter
Ann Hunter
 
5 FORPADDYTHECAPTAIN (IRE) (12yo B G)
CAPTAIN RIO (GB) / SNIPE VICTORY (IRE) / OLD VIC (IRE)
12st 2lbs CAFRE (Enniskillen) Racing Club Fermanagh (H)
Corrie Auchterlonie
 
6 LARGY LEGS (IRE) (12yo B G)
GETAWAY (GER) / MAGNEETO (IRE) / BRUSH ASIDE (USA)
12st 2lbs Raymond Scullion & Martin McGroggan
S.R.B. Crawford
 
7 MISTY MAGIC (IRE) (12yo B G)
OSCAR (IRE) / FOLIDALWAYS (FR) / ALWAYS FAIR (USA)
11st 11lbs Kate Harrington
Kate Harrington
 
8 PIGEON BUTLER (IRE) (12yo GR G)
TIKKANEN (USA) / SCENT WITH LOVE (IRE) / WINGED LOVE (IRE)
11st 11lbs Harry Smyth
Harry Smyth
 
9 SHANTALUZE (IRE) (12yo B G)
SHANTOU (USA) / NUT TOULUZE (IRE) / TOULON (GB)
12st 2lbs Richard Black
Richard Black
 
10 SOME RESPONSE (IRE) (12yo B G)
COURT CAVE (IRE) / LADY SECRET (FR) / LORD OF MEN (GB)
12st 2lbs Brian Hamilton
B.R. Hamilton
 
11 STORNAWAY (IRE) (12yo B BR G)
STOWAWAY (GB) / LUCY COOPER (IRE) / ROSELIER (FR)
12st 2lbs W.W. Dennison
Colin S. McKeever
 
12 THE GREY PANTHER (IRE) (12yo GR G)
ARAKAN (USA) / SCOLBOA (IRE) / BOB'S RETURN (IRE)
12st 2lbs Sarah Connolly
Aidan Fitzgerald
 
13 THE WHITE VOLCANO (IRE) (12yo B G)
SEPTEMBER STORM (GER) / RAVISHING RITA (IRE) / TAIPAN (IRE)
12st 2lbs Philip White
J. Woods
 
14 UPSETTHEODDS (IRE) (12yo B G)
OSCAR (IRE) / CRUELLA DE VIL (GB) / OVERBURY (IRE)
12st 2lbs Denis Paul Murphy
Denis Paul Murphy
 

Preview

In a wide-open looking race, CARCANO may well be the horse worth siding with. The Ian Ferguson-trained son of Arcadio is well-bred and he ran particularly well at Kirkistown when last seeing competitive action 11-months ago by finishing a close fourth. Dance The Rapids and Largy Legs would seem closely matched, whilst Captain Cook has finished placed in an English point at Dingley but was unable to make much of an impression in two bumpers during the summer.

ISLANDBAWN Winners Of Two 4yo+ (4yo Mdns Excl)

Winners Of Two For Certified Hunters aged 4 years old and upwards, the property of subscribers to any Hunt in Ireland, which have not won a race under the Rules of Racing or Steeplechasing in any Country and not more than two Point to Point Steeplechases of any description. No Penalties.

Mares allowed 5lbs.

4-y-o Maidens Excluded.

(Prize Money €1200: 1st €840, 2nd €240, 3rd €120)

Weights: 4yo 11st 11lbs 5yo 12st 2lbs

About 3 Miles

No Form Horse Weight Owner Hunt/Handler DE
1 BENARTY HILL (IRE) (14yo B G)
SEPTEMBER STORM (GER) / CROSSMACAHILLY (IRE) / EXECUTIVE PERK (IRE)
11st 11lbs Lynne Burns
Liam Lennon
 
2 HOWWOULDSHENO (IRE) (15yo B M)
LAHIB (USA) / DRUMEE (IRE) / SATCO (FR)
11st 6lbs Tracy M. Reilly
Tracy M. Reilly
 
3 BIG JACK BEHAN (IRE) (15yo BR G)
BRIAN BORU (GB) / PINT OF PORT (IRE) / ANSHAN (GB)
12st 2lbs Sean F. Gallagher
Sean F. Gallagher
 
4 CANADIAN STEEL (IRE) (15yo B G)
CRAIGSTEEL (GB) / HIL RHAPSODY (GB) / ANSHAN (GB)
12st 2lbs David Aiken
B.R. Hamilton
 
5 CAPTAIN CJ (IRE) (13yo B G)
WESTERNER (GB) / SHE'S SO DAINTY (IRE) / GREAT COMMOTION (USA)
11st 11lbs Fidelma Toole
Dermot McLoughlin
 
6 CELTIC THUNDER (IRE) (15yo B G)
DEFINITE ARTICLE (GB) / CLASH PRINCESS (IRE) / SUPREME LEADER (GB)
12st 2lbs Daire J. McConville
Marshall Watson
 
7 MANETTI (IRE) (12yo B G)
WESTERNER (GB) / MRS WALLENSKY (IRE) / ROSELIER (FR)
12st 2lbs R.A. Bartlett
I. R. Ferguson
 

Preview

Manetti obliged at short-odds on his second career start at Portrush last March, and whist he disappointed on his only subsequent start when finishing last in an Ayr bumper, a return between the flags could spark a rejuvenated effort. He may have to step however to beat CAPTAIN CJ who looks to be on an upward curve following victories at both Oldtown and Kirkistown last season. Benarty Hill was lightly campaigned last season, however, he did finish second in this race 12 months ago and is likely a contender once again, alongside Celtic Thunder who is back point-to-pointing following a spell on the track which saw him finished placed at Wexford in June.

ENVIRO CARE N.I LTD Open 4yo + (4yo Mdns Excl)

Open Lightweight Race For Certified Hunters aged 4 years old and upwards, the property of subscribers to any Hunt in Ireland. No Penalties.

Mares allowed 5lbs.

4-y-o Maidens Excluded.

(Prize Money €1400: 1st €980, 2nd €280, 3rd €140)

Weights: 4yo 11st 11bs 5yo 12st 2lbs

About 3 Miles

No Form Horse Weight Owner Hunt/Handler DE
1 FELIX YONGER (IRE) (18yo B G)
OSCAR (IRE) / MARBLE SOUND (IRE) / BE MY NATIVE (USA)
12st 2lbs James Marley & Samuel Downey
C.A. McBratney
 
2 QUICKASYOUCAN (IRE) (16yo B G)
BENEFICIAL (GB) / NATIVEBALTIC (IRE) / BE MY NATIVE (USA)
12st 2lbs S. Downey & J. Marley & P. McGurk.
C.A. McBratney
 
3 BOBOWEN (IRE) (18yo B G)
BOB BACK (USA) / OPUS ONE (GB) / SLIP ANCHOR (GB)
12st 2lbs Caroline McCaldin & Sharon Kelly
Caroline McCaldin
 
4 GOT THE NAC (IRE) (15yo BR G)
BENEFICIAL (GB) / HEY JUDE (IRE) / MANDALUS (IRE)
12st 2lbs Teresa Flood
Peter J. Flood
 
5 SAMBREMONT (FR) (14yo B G)
SAINT DES SAINTS (FR) / RAINBOW CREST (FR) / BARYSHNIKOV (AUS)
12st 2lbs S.J. Hegarty
D.M. Christie
 
6 VENITIEN DE MAI (FR) (15yo B G)
NETWORK (GER) / MEYLBA (FR) / GRAND TRESOR (FR)
12st 2lbs Exors of the late Alan Potts
J.T.R. Dreaper
 

Preview

Former Grade-1 winner FELIX YONGER outclassed his rivals in two starts between the flags last season at Kirkistown and Portrush and he will look to follow-up the impressive success of his stable companion Call Me Bubbles in the same race 12-months ago. Venitien De Mai, the winner of the 2016 Leinster National, who was last seen running in the Kim Muir at the Cheltenham Festival in March, is a very capable alternative. The ex-Willie Mullins 136-rated chaser Sambremont is set to make his debut for David Christie and would look the pick of the others.

LAGAN CEMENT PRODUCTS LTD 6yo+ Maiden

Maiden Race For 6-Y-O & Upwards For Certified Hunters aged 6 years old and upwards only, maidens at starting, the property of subscribers to any Hunt in Ireland.

Mares allowed 5lbs.

(Prize Money €1200: 1st €840, 2nd €240, 3rd €120)

Weights: 12st 2lbs

About 3 Miles

No Form Horse Weight Owner Hunt/Handler DE
1 ANOTHER DAY DONE (IRE) (13yo B G)
DAVORIN (JPN) / PERFECT MEMORY (IRE) / NASHWAN (USA)
12st 2lbs R.J. Armstrong
S.R.B. Crawford
 
2 BALLYHOWNE (IRE) (14yo B G)
GENEROUS (IRE) / IZZY SADDLER (IRE) / SADDLERS' HALL (IRE)
12st 2lbs Billie-Jo Irwin
S.R.B. Crawford
 
3 JUST FOR GERRY (IRE) (13yo B G)
DEFINITE ARTICLE (GB) / WHATS ANOTHER ONE (IRE) / KING'S THEATRE (IRE)
11st 11lbs Just For Gerry Syndicate
Barbara E. Hanna
 
4 MILAN DANCER (IRE) (13yo B M)
MILAN (GB) / PAWNEE TRAIL (IRE) / TAIPAN (IRE)
11st 11lbs Shauna Kelly
Noel C. Kelly
 
5 OKEY DOKEY (IRE) (13yo B G)
PAPAL BULL (GB) / ALLSORTS (USA) / LEMON DROP KID (USA)
12st 2lbs Clare L. Cannon
Clare L. Cannon
 
6 SKYHILL ALLSTAR (IRE) (13yo B G)
SHAREB (USA) / RACHELS ALLSTAR (IRE) / FOURSTARS ALLSTAR (USA)
11st 11lbs Rachel O'Neill
John Joseph Hanlon
 
7 TEMPLEPOINT (GB) (13yo B G)
FAIR MIX (IRE) / FLAMEBIRD (IRE) / MUKADDAMAH (USA)
12st 2lbs W.W. Dennison
Colin S. McKeever
 
8 THINKINGINMYSLEEP (IRE) (13yo B G)
SPADOUN (FR) / FLYING SERENADE (IRE) / DARNAY (GB)
11st 11lbs Mrs D.A. Love
Mrs D.A. Love
 

Preview

The Noel Kelly-trained MILAN DANCER has some notable four-year-old form to her name and if she was able to re-capture some of those runs, she would look to set the standard here. Ballyhowne has course form from around here to his name as he finished second in the hunt race back in 2016, but was unable to get involved on the track subsequently. Templepoint and Thinkinginmysleep are others with previous placed form.
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