Student Pass can bounce back

LAST year's winner Student Pass can make a successful opening defence of his crown in heat one of the Guinness Trophy at Curraheen Park tonight.

Ger McKenna’s ace produced a series of smart performances en route to landing this prize 12 months ago, landing the decider in 28.24.

Student Pass turned in another top effort when taking the Laurels Consolation final in 28.67 here in October.