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Going update

Sat 24th Feb 2024, 08:53

I Am Maximus
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The ground at Fairyhouse remains heavy, soft to heavy in places (on hurdle/bumper courses) and is now soft to heavy (on chase track).

A dry day is forecast.

The action gets under way at 1.30pm while the featured Grade 3 Tote.ie Bobbyjo Steeplechase (3.50pm) features a clash between Irish Grand National winner I Am Maximus Aintree Grand National runner-up Vanillier and Minella Crooner In a tight betting heat, all three trade around 2/1.

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