Elliott declares six for Galway Plate

has declared six runners for 's Plate with Davy Russell set to ride favourite Galvin.

Elliott has high hopes for Galvin after returning to action from a 119 day break with victory in the BoyleSports Chase at earlier this month.

The six-year-old's chances of living up to market expectations have been boosted by the that Russell, who won this race with Balko Des Flos in 2017, will be on board.

Three Musketeers, The Big Lense, Dinons and The Storyteller also go off in the 18:45, a 2m 6f 111y contest, for Elliott, while Mighty Stowaway is second reserve.

also has a six-strong squad with Easy Game, Royal Rendezvous, Robin Des Foret, Cabaret Queen, Livelovelaugh and Blazer hoping to scoop the ?120,000 top prize.

Prolific winner Peregrine Run represents Peter Fahey's sole hope, while Jett, who came home fourth in the Irish , runs for .

Joseph O'Brien sends out three runners in the shape of Us And Them, Mortal and Early Doors, with the trio all seeking glory in the Tote Galway Plate.

Rachael Blackmore has been handed the ride of Spyglass Hill for Henry de Bromhead, while Hugh Moran is aboard Sub Lieutenant.

Escape, Cap , The West's Awake and Snugsborough Benny complete the 22-strong field.

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