Talking Horses: Melon looks a tasty bet to deny Samcro at Punchestown


Samcro still has something to prove at top level and that is not accounted for in his skinny odds for the Champion Hurdle, which ask us to be fans rather than dispassionate judges

Happy Samcro day! Whether you’re one of his many fans or you remain a sceptic, day four at the Punchestown festival is all about one horse and even the uncommitted are now forced to choose a side.

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Perth 1.30 Floral Bouquet 2.05 Thorpe 2.40 Rons Dream 3.15 Our Lucas 3.45 Kings Eclipse 4.15 Mill Forge 4.45 Cultram Abbey 5.15 Imperial Acolyte

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