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Royal Bond preview: Exciting Marine Nationale primed for action

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Royal Bond preview: Exciting Marine Nationale primed for action

Marine Nationale is going to the Royal Bond Novice Hurdle at Fairyhouse on Sunday. Barry Connell has trained a record nine previous winners of the Grade One contest. The champion trainer is responsible for half of this year's field. He is confident Marine Nationaler can see off the powerful team of Willie Mullins and Champ Kiely. He also has stablemates Hercule Du Seuil, Polo Lounge and Ashroe Diamond.

Champ Kiely is unbeaten under Rules. Hercule Du Seuil and Polo Lounge are also Grade Three winners. Ashroe Diamond is the only mare in the field. Irish Point, Path D’oroux, Prairie Dancer and Path d‘Oroux are other hopefuls. The Royal Bond takes place on Sunday. The winner will be announced at the Royal Nationale.

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Marine Nationale Champ Kiely Hercule Du Seuil Polo Lounge Ashroe Diamond Barry Connell Willie Mullins Grade Three
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