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Lossiemouth Dominates Morgiana Hurdle to Reassert Champion Hurdle Credentials

The display tightened her Champion Hurdle price to 3-1 with Coral.

Overview

  • Returning at Punchestown, the multiple Grade 1 winner coasted to an Unibet Morgiana Hurdle victory over Glen Kiln.
  • Paul Townend made all on heavy ground at an even pace and reported an uncomplicated round despite a minor mid-race error.
  • Sent off 1-5, the grey mare was never threatened as Irancy and Ndaawi faded, delivering a clear signal of current wellbeing.
  • The success was her eighth at the top level, following previous triumphs including the Triumph Hurdle, two Mares' Hurdles and the Aintree Hurdle.
  • Trainer Willie Mullins said Leopardstown at Christmas is under consideration and confirmed Anzadam is bound for Newcastle's Fighting Fifth next weekend with rivals expected to include Constitution Hill, The New Lion and Golden Ace.