The big race in Ireland on the first weekend of 2022 is the 2m 4f Grade 1 Lawlors Of Naas Novice Hurdle on Sunday, 2 January (2:10). Formerly the Slaney Novice Hurdle, this contest has a number of famous winners on its roll of honour. Grand National hero Rule The World is one of four recent victors for Gigginstown House Stud but they don’t have a runner this year. Check out Lawlors Of Naas Novice Hurdle tips from SportsLens experts below.
Eight of the last nine renewals have gone to six-year-olds, so that is the age profile for this race.