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Punchestown passes inspection

Quel Esprit is favourite for thetote.com Punchestown Gold CupQuel Esprit is favourite for thetote.com Punchestown Gold Cup
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Racing goes ahead at Punchestown today following an early morning inspection.

The fifth and final day of the Festival is a "Family Day" and a six race card featuring theTote.com Punchestown Gold Cup, which has been rescheduled from Wednesday, starts at 2.40pm.

The card also contains the Grade 1 AES Champion 4YO Hurdle, and the going remains heavy.

About Alan Magee
Alan has worked in the racing industry for well over 30 years including with the Sporting Life, Turform and Irish Racing Services. He took up his current role as Irish Racing Team Leader with the Press Association in 2013. He has a keen interest in most sports and plays golf.