Punchestown day three tips: James’s Gate worth waiting for in finale 

Vanillier can spring a surprise in the Grade One Ladbrokes Champion Stayers Hurdle
Punchestown day three tips: James’s Gate worth waiting for in finale 

A former Albert Bartlett winner, Vanillier could return to form back over the smaller obstacles. 

Day three of the Punchestown festival looks a tricky one for punters but James’s Gate can be the light at the end of the tunnel by taking the finale, the JP & M Doyle Celebrating 70 Years In Business Bumper.

Willie Mullins’ five-year-old was impressive on debut, in February, and backed it up with a superb effort in finishing third in the Champion Bumper at Cheltenham. He looks a serious prospect and can get back to winning ways.

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