Paddy Power Chase: key quotes and insight for one of Ireland's biggest handicaps

Donkey Years and Panda Boy are the favourites for the Paddy Power Chase. The Paddys is one of the toughest handicap chases in the Irish calendar. Four of last five winners have returned double-figure prices. Mr Incredible is making his debut for Willie Mullins. Noel Meade's team includes Diol Ker and Farceur Du Large.  Ain't That A Shame made a costly error at the final fence in Munster National.

Paddy Power Chase is one of Ireland's biggest handicaps. Paul Townend rides Ciel De Neige. Enjoy D'Allen is hoping to go two places better than last year's third place finish. Early Doors and A Wave Of The Sea need to find their form. Diol Ker needs rain to be at his best. Farceur Du Large has a nice weight and should have a fighting chance. Ain't That A Shame and Gabby's Cross are in good form and could be competitive. Ballyshannon Rose is a live contender for Paul Fahey.  

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