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Leopardstown racing preview: ‘Gala’ can put on debut show while Fil Dor is primed for Grade One glory

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Leopardstown racing preview: ‘Gala’ can put on debut show while Fil Dor is primed for Grade One glory

Gordon Elliott's favourite, Fil Dor, is the winner of the Brand New Racing Post App Novice Chase (2.20) at Leopardstown today. The other race is a Grade Two Knight Frank Juvenile Hurdle (1.10) with Willie Mullins' stablemate Gala Marceau making her Irish debut. Lossiemouth was impressive at Fairyhouse earlier this month. It's the best time of year for racing disciples. Cheltenham Festival takes place in March. Leopardtown is full of equine action. There are some good races at the weekend. They include the Christmas races.

Leopardstown racing preview: ‘Gala’ can put on debut show while Fil Dor is primed for Grade One glory.

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Fil Dor Gala Marceau Grade One Jack Kennedy Grade Two Triumph Hurdle Willie Mullins Down Royal
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