Somers day at Ascot

Somersby (9-2) finally gained the big victory his consistent efforts deserved when wearing down Finian's Rainbow in the 25th Anniversary of the Victor Chandler Chase at Ascot this afternoon.

Somers day at Ascot
Sat, 21 Jan, 2012 - 16:01

Somersby (9-2) finally gained the big victory his consistent efforts deserved when wearing down Finian's Rainbow in the 25th Anniversary of the Victor Chandler Chase at Ascot this afternoon.

Narrowly denied in the race 12 months ago, Henrietta Knight's stable star again looked booked for the runner-up spot when Finian's Rainbow jumped clear at the last fence.

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