Racing: Istabraq fails in quest for fourth Champion Hurdle

Istabraq has failed in his quest for a fourth Smurfit Champion Hurdle success at Cheltenham.

Tue, 12 Mar, 2002 - 15:26

Istabraq has failed in his quest for a fourth Smurfit Champion Hurdle success at Cheltenham.

The JP McManus-owned horse was pulled up by jockey Charlie Swan at the second hurdle.

10/1 shot Hors La Loi III went on to win the race after Valiramix - ridden by Tony McCoy fell.

Marble Arch was second at 25/1 and Bilboa third at 14/1.

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