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Defence Of Fort has Group targets after impressive winning debut at Ascot

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Defence Of Fort has Group targets after impressive winning debut at Ascot

Defence Of Fort won his debut at Ascot. Trainer Chapple-Hyam is hoping to develop him into a potential Classic horse next season. Chappell-hyam has already had some success with Classic horses. He was being nursed by Sally Hall, his fiancee and owner of the colt. The horse was bought for 19 grand at Tattersalls Ireland September Yearling Sales. Ch Appel- Hyam wants to target the Vertem Futurity Trophy at Doncaster at the end of this season, but he will wait and see. It is not the St Leger. If you don't have a Sporting Life, Sky Bet, or Sky Games account, it's completely free to register.

Defence Of Fort has Group targets after impressive winning debut at Ascot. Recommended bets are advised to over-18s. National Gambling Helpline is on 0808 8020 133.

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