Arzal seeking change of luck

Harry Whittington is hoping Arzal enjoys a change in fortune in Saturday’s William Hill Imperial Cup at Sandown, for which 50 entries were received.

Tue, 03 Mar, 2015 - 00:00
Nick Robson

The smart five-year-old lost all chance in the Betfair Hurdle when badly hampered by the fall of Chieftain’s Choice going down the back straight.

Detached from the pack, young jockey Paul O’Brien did not panic and allowed his mount time to recover his breath before staying on strongly to claim sixth in one of the most competitive races of the season.

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