Shark Hanlon 's Star Neuville took Leopardstown's concluding bumper under seven pound claimer Brian Hayes by four lengths from the highly-touted newcomer Champagne Agent from the Willie Mullins stable.
Edward O'Grady also introduced a newcomer who came with a lofty reputation in Celtic Cub He was supported in the offices from 9/2 to 11/4 and from 9/4 to 2/1 on course but could only finish third.
Hanlon was full of praise for his gelding. He said: "He's a proper horse. He could go to Cheltenham. I though Brian gave him a great ride. I've always thought a lot of the horse. I shouldn't really have ran him last time out at Naas as it turned out he wasn't quite right."
Star Neuville was returned at 7/1
