Overview
- After an extended photo review, The Jukebox Man was awarded the Kempton feature by a nose over defending champion Banbridge, with Gaelic Warrior third and Jango Baie fourth.
- Owner Harry Redknapp was visibly emotional after the verdict, with the victory worth about £142,375; Ben Jones rode the winner for trainer Ben Pauling.
- Haiti Couleurs landed the Welsh Grand National under 11st 13lb for Rebecca Curtis and Sean Bowen, prompting discussion of a Gold Cup campaign.
- Leopardstown’s declarations confirm Galopin Des Champs targets a third Savills Chase today, with Inothewayurthinkin and Fastorslow among the opposition.
- Post‑race signals point to shifting spring targets, as Joseph O’Brien suggested Banbridge may skip working back from the Gold Cup and Nicky Henderson said Jango Baie would be considered for Cheltenham’s blue riband.