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Long Walk switched to Kempton on St. Stephen's Day

Kempton will be the beneficiary of Ascot’s abandonment this weekend with the Grade One Long Walk Hurdle rescheduled for their meeting on St. Stephen's Day.

2.16PM

Ascot abandoned on Friday as weather continues to bite

Ascot’s meeting on Friday has been abandoned due to a frozen track — with prospects for Saturday not looking promising.

5.54PM

Dubai Duty Free extends Irish Derby sponsorship

The Curragh and Dubai Duty Free today announced an extension of their partnership, which includes title sponsorship of the Irish Derby and five additional races on the day. The race attracted a high-quality field this year and was won by the Ralph Beckett trained Westover. Prize money for the Group 1 Classic will increase from €1 million to €1.25 million in 2023.

3.14PM

Knappers Hill likely to be aimed at Relkeel Hurdle

Paul Nicholls has identified the Relkeel Hurdle on New Year’s Day as a likely target for Knappers Hill after the British Horseracing Authority confirmed Saturday’s International Hurdle will not be rescheduled.

5.13PM

Nephin Beg a 33/1 winner of Cork finale

Nephin Beg stayed on dourly to cause a 33/1 upset in the concluding Finbarr Quaid Electrical Novice Handicap Hurdle at Cork.

3.43PM