Vedettariat can make a successful chasing debut

Vedettariat should make a successful start to his chasing career in the Killeen Sports Ground Beginners Chase in Ballinrobe today.

Having rounded-off a record-breaking week at the Punchestown Festival with a Grade 1 double on Saturday, Willie Mullins has his first runners of the new season at the County Mayo venue this evening.

And Vedettariat, successful twice over hurdles, has always looked likely to be more effective over fences than hurdles. Suited by a test of stamina, he should have everything in his favour tonight.