Flemenstar in good order for Durkan

A compelling clash between two of Ireland’s most exciting jumpers is on the cards at Punchestown on Sunday with Flemenstar and Sir Des Champs among the entries for the John Durkan Memorial Chase.

The former has attracted a huge following, not just for his fine performances in the likes of the Irish Arkle and the Powers Gold Cup, but for the charisma of his trainer Peter Casey.

He made a sparkling reappearance in the Fortria Chase at Navan and the County Meath trainer’s son and assistant Francis said: “Flemenstar is in good order.