Down Memory Lane poised to extend unbeaten record

The Grade One Paddy Power Future Champions Novice Hurdle can go the way of the unbeaten Down Memory Lane.

Down Memory Lane & Derek O'Connor win the Tayto Maiden Hurdle. Pic: HEALY RACING

Supreme Novices’ Hurdle winner Marine Nationale makes his chasing debut in the Paddy Power Beginners’ Chase on this afternoon’s card in Leopardstown and while it is impossible to oppose him in this field, the application of a tongue-tie sounds a note of caution for the season ahead.

In recording two wins from two starts in bumpers, and three from three over hurdles, he showed a great range of ability, dealing well with good and soft ground, fast and slow paces, and ultimately coping with the best of company.