Punchestowns drifts in RSA market after suffering setback

PUNCHESTOWNS has suffered a setback in his preparation for the RSA Chase at the Cheltenham Festival.

Sat, 06 Mar, 2010 - 00:00

Colin Wilson

Last season’s World Hurdle runner-up is a leading contender for the Grade One contest but drifted in the market yesterday following various rumours about his participation.

Nicky Henderson, speaking at Newbury, said: “We have a problem with Punchestowns on his near-fore.

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