Commanche Court completed an unprecedented Grand National double for the Walsh family when taking the Powers sponsored Irish version in great style.
Champion rider Ruby and his father Ted, who teamed up with Papillon at Aintree just over a fortnight ago, again enjoyed a trouble free run.
The Dermot Desmond-owned gelding, the first maiden over fences to win this race in modern times, led two out for a convincing 10L success over Foxchapel King.
'He travelled well throughout, and it has been an unforgettable few weeks,' said Ruby.
Ted added: 'This has always been a lucky horse, and put us on the map when winning the Triumph Hurdle three years ago.'
Ross Moff (5/4-6/4f) landed the main supporting race when making all under Paul Carberry in the 2m novice hurdle.
Thhe 7yo was driven clear between the final two flights to beat Minella Hotel by a cosy 2 1/2L.
'He may run in the 2 1/2m novice at Punchestown next week, and will be going chasing next season,' said trainer Tony Martin.
French import Wild Arms (Norman Williamson) returned to form in an exciting finish to the 4yo hurdle.
The whole complexion of the race changed on the extended run-in after the final flight was omitted due to early casualty Elusive Butterfly.
Gabby Hayes lost the lead after taking evasive action to avoid the last hurdle as Wild Arms and Eternal Night finished best.
Mohera King (Pat Verling) led before three out in the 2m6f handicap hurdle, and kept on gamely under pressure in the straight to beat River Clodagh by 5 1/2L.
Newton Heath put in a fine round of jumping to take the 2 1/2m handicap chase, and supplied 16 lucky winners of the jackpot with a dividend of #3,394.
Caledonian Bridge (Tom Treacy) also jumped well in the novice chase for an easy 4 1/2L victory over Royal Marine.
There was a titanic finish to the bumper, with Supreme Quest (7/1-10/1) edging out Winning Dream in the final 50 yards after a protracted battle.
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