King of Kingsfield the star as Elliott lands four-timer

Jockey Jack Kennedy said King of Kingsfield "was hard on himself over hurdles, but is a lot more relaxed over a fence".

King Of Kingsfield and Jack Kennedy win the Boylesports Steeplechase at Ballinrobe. Pic: Healy Racing

The Gigginstown-owned King Of Kingsfield proved the star of last night’s action in Ballinrobe, coasting to a 4/7 victory in the BoyleSports Home Of The Early Payout Chase part of a double at the western venue and third leg of an across-the-card four-timer for trainer Gordon Elliott.

Jack Kennedy, on King Of Kingsfield, tracked market rival Runcok, who jumped left throughout, until sweeping through on the inner to lead after the third last. And he made his way home unhindered, eight lengths clear of The Dara Man.