Il Ridoto and teenage sensation Freddie Gingell claim Paddy Power Gold Cup glory 

On where the victory ranks in his burgeoning career so far, Gingell said: 'It's right up there, I can't probably top the Grade One (on Elixir De Nutz (Clarence House at Ascot in January) yet, but it's definitely up there.'

Il Ridoto ridden by Freddie Gingell on their way to winning the Paddy Power Gold Cup Handicap Chase.

Il Ridoto made it third time lucky to finally land the Paddy Power Gold Cup at Cheltenham, with rising star Freddie Gingell shining in the saddle.

The Paul Nicholls-trained gelding was fourth in the famous handicap in 2022 and third in 2023, but has seen his rating slide since and was looking to put a disappointing end to last season behind him.