Paddy Power Gold Cup report and replay: Ga Law edges thriller

Ga Law won the Paddy Power Gold Cup at Cheltenham. Jamie Snowden's charge made a few mistakes and was off the bridle at the top of the hill. Ga Law knuckled down to get his head in front in the dying strides and score by three-quarters of a length. Midnight river (15/2) was third, with Il Ridoto (4/5) coming in fourth. Chris Day tipped Ga law at 8/1. It was a second successive big winner for Snowden following Frodon (12/3) in Badger Beer Chase. Nick Foot died of cancer. He was one of six people who came to Cheltonham every year.

The winning jockey is pleased with his horse's performance. The runner-up is disappointed. Dan Skelton's third-placed horse needs the ground a little slower. Paul Nicholls' trainer is happy with Il Ridoto's first race for a five-year-old. Simply The Betts' 7th place is also good. They will come back in a month's time. If Midnight River is alright, he will be back for December Gold Cup. if not, they will wait until New Year's Day. He is progressive and is only seven. His trainer would like to keep him at Grade Three of Listed. It is the first time they took the wraps off him over fences.

Paddy Power Gold Cup report and replay: Ga Law edges thriller. Recommended bets are advised to over-18s. National Gambling Helpline is 0808 8020 133.