Opening race of the day postponed until later in afternoon
One of the highlights of the Christmas racing festivals is definitely going ahead after Leopardstown passed an inspection this morning.
The eagerly awaited rematch of Jezki and Hurricane Fly is the climax of the four days at the track in the Ryanair Hurdle.
An 8am inspection has seen the green light given for the race but officials also warned that there could be some changes later in the afternoon and that’s exactly what has now happened:
Parts of the chase track are currently unraceable and will be monitored through morning as temps change. Further updates will follow.
— Leopardstown RC (@LeopardstownRC) December 29, 2014
The racecourse has confirmed that the opening race of the day will now be run as the last
Parts of the chase track are still unraceable. 1st race, Martinstown Opportunity H'cap,postponed until after last, Ryanair INH Flat Race.
— Leopardstown RC (@LeopardstownRC) December 29, 2014
1st race today is the 12.55 Copper Face Jacks Maiden H'dle.We will continue to monitor chase track.Further updates will be given during day.
— Leopardstown RC (@LeopardstownRC) December 29, 2014
The feature is still set to go to post at 1.25 with the horses clashing for the sixth time.
Hurricane Fly currently just edges the rivalry three wins to two
The going on the hurdles track is soft, with the chase course described as soft to heavy.
Racing at Limerick is also going ahead today.
The Grade Three Cliona’s Foundation Novice Hurdle is the feature race at 2.50 with action underway at 12.35
