Djelo shades victory in Charlie Hall battle

Pic D'Orhy tried to make all under Harry Cobden and was enjoying himself in front until he was joined by Djelo (11-4), who survived a risky leap at the last to win by a length.
Djelo shades victory in Charlie Hall battle

SHADES VICTORY: Djelo could be booked for bigger and better things having edged out Pic D'Orhy in a thrilling finish to the Bet365 Charlie Hall Chase at Wetherby. Picture: Healy Racing

Djelo could be booked for bigger and better things having edged out Pic D'Orhy in a thrilling finish to the Bet365 Charlie Hall Chase at Wetherby.

Still only seven, Venetia Williams' chaser is now as low as 16-1 for the King George VI Chase on Boxing Day and having proved his stamina over three miles, he would look to be among the leading British-trained contenders for the Christmas showpiece.

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