The Guinness Kerry National Handicap Steeplechase of €175,000 (Grade A) (Generously sponsored by Diageo Ireland) Of which the second will receive €35,000, the third €17,500, the fourth €8,750, the fifth €5,250 and the sixth €3,500 An extended handicap steeplechase for four yrs old and upwards About three miles €700 to enter, €700 extra if forfeit not declared by 8th September and €350 extra if declared to run 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 €250 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 Alternative Handicap The Stewards of the Governing Bodies have instructed that, should the top weight in this race be withdrawn under Rul