Quel Esprit 5-2 for Hennessy

WILLIE MULLINS’ Quel Esprit is the 5-2 favourite with Boylesports and Paddy Power for Sunday’s Hennessy Gold Cup at Leopardstown

The eight-year-old has been largely frustrating since launched over fences, but has enjoyed two easy successes this season, at Naas and Thurles, and may yet fulfil the promise shown as a hurdler. Mullins has won the race on seven occasions.

Ten horses remain in the Grade 1, including Bostons Angel, Quito De La Roque and Synchronised. A decision on the participation of the last named is likely to be made after he gallops tomorrow.