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Punchestown now soft

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Published at Jan 11, 2026, 8:38

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Following 6mm of rain overnight, the going at Punchestown is now soft ahead of this afternoon's card.

The forecast is for showers this morning, becoming more persistent in the afternoon, with fresh winds.

It is set to be mainly dry tomorrow for the Monday fixture.

Action today gets under way at 12.20pm

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