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Magical among three contenders for Aidan O'Brien in Irish Champion Stakes

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Magical among three contenders for Aidan O'Brien in Irish Champion Stakes

Magical, Headman and the supplemented Elarqam are among 11 horses confirmed for the Qipco Irish Champion Stakes at Leopardstown. Aidan O'Brien has saddled a record seven previous winners of the 10-furlong showpiece. Magical kicked off her campaign with three successive wins. Head man has earned his step up to the highest level by winning successive Group Two prizes in France. Elrq am is one of two likely runners for Sheikh Hamdan Al Maktoum. The other Group One on the opening day of Longines Irish Champions Weekend is the Coolmore Fastnet Rock Matron Stake.

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