Punchestown: Sporazene has Nicholls dreaming of Champion Hurdle glory.(Sports)

From: The Racing Post (London, England) | Date: May 2, 2003 | Copyright information

Byline: Tony O'Hehir

PAUL NICHOLLS was left contemplating a serious challenge for the Smurfit Champion Hurdle contender after Sporazene had landed the IAWS Champion Four Year Old Hurdle at Punchestown, beating Triumph Hurdle hero Spectroscope more easily than the two-length winning margin might suggest.

Sent to the front after two out, Sporazene quickly shot clear before idling a little on ...

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