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On ratings he was probably entitled to do it but Jack was very happy with him. He jumped well and he just does what he has to do when he gets to the front. He’s that laidback that he could go any trip. He’s got the pace for two and a half (miles) and he’d stay three. He’ll be a fun horse to keep going. It’s good for Jack as it’s his first winner since he’s come back and we’ll try and keep him and Davy happy. Jack had to get a pin removed from his leg which was related to an old injury. Gordon Elliott, trainer

At the request of the Stewards, A.W. Short, rider of One Cool Poet, trained by Matthew J. Smith, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount did not jump well throughout this race.

A steeplechase for four yrs old and upwards that have not won a steeplechase
Weights - 4-y-o 10st 12lb; 5-y-o 11st 10lb; 6-y-o and up 11st 12lb; Mares allowed 7lb