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I thought Ruby got the run of the race. He was in a great position the whole time and the horse jumped well. He did everything right — I think he might have just missed the third last. Bachasson was never at the races and he didn't appear to operate, whether it was down to the weather or the ground. He didn't jump, he didn't gallop and he just got into the race around the last bend. I thought he ran a tremendous race to get as close as he did and to get as far away from the opposition as well. If they met again I don't know which one would win. One or both of them can go to Leopardstown. The French people tell me that Bachasson can go out in trip, while Long Dog could go out in trip any time he wants. W P Mullins, trainer

A novice hurdle race for four yrs old and upwards
Weights - 4-y-o 11st 7lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 10lb; Mares allowed 7lb; To Close 4th November ;