Big two share Lexus favouritism

CASHMANS have installed totesport Cheltenham Gold Cup hero War Of Attrition and race specialist Beef Or Salmon as the 6-4 joint-favourites for the Lexus Chase at Leopardstown on December 28.

The former found Michael Hourigan’s charge, three times a winner of the Grade One feature, just too strong when the pair last clashed at Down Royal back in November before finishing second to In Compliance over two and a half miles last time.

Former classy hurdler Back In Front stands his ground along with Sher Beau, Southern Vic and Noel Meade’s Wild Passion, who would be having his first attempt over three miles if lining up at the Dublin venue.