The Guinness Kerry National Handicap Steeplechase of €160,000 (Grade A) (Generously sponsored by Diageo Ireland) Of which the second will receive €32,000, the third €16,000, the fourth €6,400, the fifth €4,800 and the sixth €3,200 An extended handicap steeplechase for four yrs old and upwards. About three miles €400 to enter, €800 extra if forfeit not declared by 8th September Penalties - Winner of a steeplechase or steeplechases after calculation of the handicap shall carry any penalty or penalties which may be allotted by the Handicapper. The winner will receive the Listowel Gold Cup. A perpetual cup, presented by the late Mr. G.H. McElligott, of the British Bloodstock Agency. Diageo Ireland will present a piece of Crystal to the owner, trainer and rider of the winner. The Listowel Race Co Ltd will present €100 to the rider of the winner. Alternative Handicap The Stewards of the Governing Bodies have instructed that, should the top weight in this race be withdrawn under Rule 194(iii)(a) and provided there