The Midland Breeders Supporting Kilbeggan Beginners Steeplechase of €12,500 (Generously sponsored by Midland Breeders Supporting Kilbeggan who will also present a trophy of no intrinsic value to the winning owner and breeder) Of which the second will receive €2,500, the third €1,250, the fourth €625 and the fifth €312.50 A steeplechase for four yrs old and upwards that have not won a steeplechase and which at entry, are rated 116 or less over hurdles About two miles, three furlongs and 200 yds €87.50 to enter, €25 extra if declared to run Weights: 4-y-o 11st 2lb 5-y-o and up 11st 12lb Mares allowed 7lb EXCLUSIONS - Horses that, at entry, have a published handicap steeplechase rating of 117 or more are excluded from this race. Riders - Confined to riders who have not ridden more than 10 winners under any National Hunt Rules between 1st September, 2016 and 5th September, 2017. N.B. Horses that do not have a published handicap hurdle rating but are eligible for a handicap hurdle rating may enter and run provide