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David Trundley Artist At Punchestown Handicap Hurdle
2m 7f 115y
Going: Heavy
Surface: Turf
Draw Advantage: NoneGOLDEN COSMOS has appreciated the step up to this trip on his latest two outings and holds each-way claims. The Philip Fenton-trained gelding went down narrowly to Itsnotinit at the Limerick Christmas meeting and again shaped like a real stayer when fourth to Western Zara at Fairyhouse. Jamie Hayes could only claim 4lb last time, but has the full 7lb here and may reverse places with Robinstown (second). Itsnotinit now races off an 8lb higher mark but is certainly one for the shortlist with blinkers fitted for the first time. Young Dev was a soundly-beaten third in that Limerick race but can't be discounted on overall form, while C&D winner Salmanino (up 7lb in the ratings), Stockdale and Silvertown are others to consider.
GOLDEN COSMOS has appreciated the step up to this trip on his latest two outings and holds each-way claims. The Philip Fenton-trained gelding went down narrowly to Itsnotinit at the Limerick Christmas meeting and again shaped like a real stayer when fourth to Western Zara at Fairyhouse. Jamie Hayes could only claim 4lb last time, but has the full 7lb here and may reverse places with Robinstown (second). Itsnotinit now races off an 8lb higher mark but is certainly one for the shortlist with blinkers fitted for the first time. Young Dev was a soundly-beaten third in that Limerick race but can't be discounted on overall form, while C&D winner Salmanino (up 7lb in the ratings), Stockdale and Silvertown are others to consider.