4.00 Cross Country Chase
Until the 2010 victory for A New Story, this cross-country event was a benefit for JP McManus, Enda Bolger and Nina Carbbery - will this year see a return to the norm?
Not everyone’s favourite race - but is generally gaining a foothold among the faithful.
Trends For Winners
- Trainer/owner to watch - Edna Bolger and JP McManus - 4/7
- Irish-trained - 7/7
- Fancied in the betting (fav/2nd fav) - 5/7
- Aged younger than nine - 0/7
Recent Winners
| Year | Horse | Age | Trainer | Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Sizing Australia | 9 | H De Bromhead | 13/2 |
| 2010 | A New Story | 12 | M Hourigan | 25/1 |
| 2009 | Garde Champetre | 10 | E Bolger | 7/2 |
| 2008 | Garde Champetre | 9 | E Bolger | 4/1 |
| 2007 | Heads Onthe Ground | 10 | E Bolger | 5/2F |
| 2006 | Native Jack | 12 | P J Rothwell | 7/2JF |
| 2005 | Spot Thedifference | 12 | E Bolger | 4/1 |