The new year began with an action-packed card at Cheltenham, featuring a three-way photo and a controversial disqualification
The new year opened with another drama-packed card at the home of jump racing, featuring a three-way photo, two stewards’ inquiries and a controversial disqualification which is almost certain to be appealed. But the most significant moment of the day came at the second-last fence, where the much-vaunted Champ barely took off and crashed out with a Grade Two prize seemingly at his mercy.
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