Racing: Istabraq noses ahead of Champion Hurdle field

Aidan O'Brien's Istabraq heads 40 entries for the Smurfit Champion Hurdle at Cheltenham on March 12.

Mon, 14 Jan, 2002 - 10:54

Aidan O'Brien's Istabraq heads 40 entries for the Smurfit Champion Hurdle at Cheltenham on March 12.

The 10-year-old is eyeing a record fourth victory in the hurdling championship.

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