15:30 Leopardstown — Paddy Power Irish Gold Cup Chase (Grade 1) ratings & form
← racecardsDual Cheltenham Gold hero, three-time winner of this, should be spot-on after Savills run
Versatile in terms of trip, close third in the King George, decent chance if settling well
A deserving winner of the Savills, several of his victims may be closer to peak shape now
Flawless record over fences (5-5) including a Grade 1 against geldings, not a forlorn hope
Went close in the John Durkan, needs to bounce back after a tame show in the King George
2024 Grand National winner, terrific effort in the Savills, could make presence felt again
Cheltenham Gold Cup hero has work to do to get back to top form after two runs this term
Smart performer over shorter distances, first time beyond 2m5f now, vulnerable
Second to Galopin Des Champs last year, fourth in the Savills, lively each-way chance
Little impression in the Betfair Chase at Haydock on return, down the field in the Savills
Won a 3m1f Grade 1 novice at Punchestown last season, a lot to prove in senior ranks
Only one win over fences, can perform well at a high level, behind four of these last time
Smart novice last term, initial ventures in senior company have not boosted his profile