Vie is Bel of the ball in Grand Steeple-Chase de Paris

Bel La Vie won a thrilling renewal of the Gras Savoye Grand Steeple-Chase de Paris at Auteuil yesterday.

Vie is Bel of the ball in Grand Steeple-Chase de Paris
Mon, 20 May, 2013 - 01:00

The Guillaume Macaire-trained seven-year-old fended off the close attentions of Shannon Rock to emerge victorious in a blockbuster finish to the esteemed Grade One over three miles and five furlongs.

Bertrand Lestrade’s partner had looked beaten once his game pursuer edged clear along the run-in.

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