The Hollow Chap made a massive impression when taking his four-year-old maiden at Tinahely in February. Always close to the pace, the Colin Bowe-trained gelding travelled strongly on the final mile and took up the lead from the third last fence where he was then challenged by some fast finishing rivals but battled gamely in the closing stages to make a winning debut. This eye-catching son of Beat Hollow produced the quickest time of the day which was 10 seconds quicker than average that day. Out of a half-sister to the former nine-time and Grade 3 winner Mr Baxter Basics, this athletic individual is a half-brother to the Grade one Cheltenham Festival winner Western Warhorse as well as being from the family of the former Grade one winner Somersby. The Hollow Chap is bred to develop into a smart sort on the track and looks to be a high class addition to the catalogue who should be added to every serious short list.