[7] Round three ended with undefeated campaigns for Droopys Scholes, Farloe Verdict and Premier Fantasy while Rhincrew Seagal went fastest in 28.52 and looked a major threat.

[8] A star studded quarter final line up would have to result in at least one of the undefeated records going but they started with Droopys Demaggio claiming the first heat from Big Freeze and Tims Crow.

The eagerly awaited second heat was won by Ballymac Kewell with Droopys Scholes finishing second and Farloe Verdict and Drop Goal Jonny crashing out of the competition.

The fourth and final heat went to Fire Height Dan who was showing great stamina for an early paced runner.

The second semi was won by Ballymac Kewell beating Droopys Scholes and Big Freeze, the event favourite Premier Fantasy finished badly lame.