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Thyne Again drops dead

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Published at Feb 19, 2009, 10:05

Liam Burke's star performer Thyne Again dropped dead on the gallops this morning.

The 8-y-o Grade 1 winner was an intended traveller to Cheltenham for the Champion Chase and this is a big blow to Burke's yard and the owners.

Thyne Again contested last Sunday's Hennessy Gold Cup at Leopardstown, but failed to stay the trip on his first try over 3 miles.

He was given an easy time of it by Shay Barry once his chance had gone on Sunday and returned home in great form.

Thyne again was only doing light exercise this morning when the fatality took place.

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