Warhorse downs Champagne in Arkle thriller

If there was a massive celebration for Irish punters after the Supreme Novices' then it was a case of desolation after Champagne Fever's defeat by 33-1 shot, Western Warhorse, in the Racing Post Arkle Trophy.

This contest had the potential to put many Irish punters on easy street and if Champagne Fever had gone in then losing at the meeting was unlikely for many of them.

But it was not to be on this occasion for the Mullins-Walsh team. Ruby had his charge in front at the second and the imposing grey proceeded to throw some mighty leaps.