LeopardstownSun, February 01, 2026

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13:10 Leopardstown

The Ladbrokes Novice Steeplechase (Grade 1)

| 5+

Winner EUR €88,500 - 5 runners

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Surface: T

Race Tip

Trainer Willie Mullins maintains an excellent record in this and FINAL DEMAND (1) may add to the tally. Was a winner of the G1 Alanna Homes Champion Novice Hurdle last year and looked extremely professional making it two from two over fences in the G1 Faugheen Novice Chase at Limerick during December. May take beating. A primary threat could come from stablemate KAID D'AUTHIE (3) who filled the runner-up spot behind a subsequent G1 winner on his chasing debut before a smooth win at Fairyhouse. Bold bid anticipated once more. WESTERN FOLD (5) warrants consideration dropping in trip following a third-place finish in the G1 Champion Chase at Down Royal. JIMMY DU SEUIL (2) rates next best.