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Lavelle relishing Paisley Park return

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Lavelle relishing Paisley Park return

Emma Lavelle is feeling a mixture of nerves and excitement ahead of Paisley Park’s return to action in the Ladbrokes Long Distance Hurdle at Newbury today.

Ruby Walsh
Penhill primed for more success
Vicente has each-way appeal in Grand National

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Vicente has each-way appeal in Grand National
BHA: Wobble symptoms not linked to death of Many Clouds

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BHA: Wobble symptoms not linked to death of Many Clouds
Cooper eager to take on Thistlecrack

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Cooper eager to take on Thistlecrack
Ruby Walsh
Prince Of Scars can make winning start to jumping career
Vedettariat one to note at a big price
Vedettariat one to note at a big price
Day three of the Punchestown festival, and it has to be said that the conditions at the track over the first couple of days were a credit to the staff at the course. There was a great covering of grass, and it was like a carpet for both days’ racing - it was in unbelievable condition.

Thu, 28 Apr, 2016

Ruby Walsh discusses his wrist injury and shares his Grand National tips
Ruby Walsh discusses his wrist injury and shares his Grand National tips

Let the madness of Grand National Day begin. Unfortunately for me, after my fall from Blood Cotil in the Topham I sustained a wrist injury and won’t be involved in the way I had hoped.

Sat, 09 Apr, 2016

Is there value in opposing Thistlecrack in the World Hurdle?
Is there value in opposing Thistlecrack in the World Hurdle?

Darren Norris and Tommy Lyons argue their cases...

Wed, 02 Mar, 2016

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