Hampshire
Hackwood Park
Sunday 6th April 2008
by Robin Gray

Royal Tir renews rivalry with Who Else Knew in the Mixed Open race at Hackwood Park on Sunday (6 April) Royal Tir and Michael Holdforth had five lengths to spare when winning the equivalent race on the course on Easter Monday.

There are seventeen entries for the Open this time and a total of 109 for the six races, first of which is at 2.30 pm.

Alresford trainer Victoria Collins will field two in the Hunt Members, Gielgud and Home Chat, but her best chance of a winner is Choral Dream in the Confined.

Lordington Lad caught the eye when third to Another Classic on Easter Monday and he could prove best in the Maiden.

The going is likely to be on the soft side, but fresh ground on the bends is assured as the rails have been moved.

Once again two pony races for children up to 15 y.o. will open proceedings at 1.15pm. Car parking is at £20 and £30.