Nolan thrilled with Etoile
Paul Nolan has come out of his exertions at Punchestown on Sunday in great form and remains firmly on course for the Irish Independent Arkle Trophy at Cheltenham on March 14.
The novice – now as low as 7-2 favourite with William Hill for the Festival showpiece – was up against some of the best two-milers in Ireland in unfavourable conditions in Tied Cottage Chase.