A slowly-run race may tip the balance in favour of CROWSATEDAPPLETART who has been thriving with three wins from his last six starts over fences and is likely to be ridden prominently dropping back to 2m. He may be able to capitalise on a much lower hurdles mark, while Eastmore has been knocking on the door with consecutive runner-up finishes and should go well again. Mary's Pride shaped well when third at Fairyhouse and remains well treated on best form.













