Davy Russell and Galvin snatch Savills success in Leopardstown thriller

"I had a tear in my eye for half the race, I'm not afraid to say it, says trainer Gordon Elliot

GALVIN GLEE: Jockey Davy Russell and groom Carly Scott celebrate with Galvin after winning the Savills Steeplechase at the Leopardstown Christmas Festival. Pic: Seb Daly, Sportsfile

Galvin pounced in the dying strides to deny A Plus Tard back-to-back victories in the Savills Chase at Leopardstown.

A Plus Tard held a narrow lead over Kemboy at the final fence but last month’s impressive Betfair Chase victor could not ward off Galvin.