Two legends of the weighing room join Emmet Kennedy for a blockbuster start to The Final Furlong’s National Hunt Review Series, powered by 1xBet Ireland.
Grand National-winning jockey Daryl Jacob and Lizzie Kelly, the first woman to win a Grade 1 over fences, bring expert insight, humour, and inside-the-weighing-room honesty to the table.

🏇 Featured Races & Talking Points

• Champion Chase (G1) – Envoi Allen becomes the first horse to win the Down Royal Champion Chase three times, landing his 10th career Grade 1 at age 11. The panel debate his legacy and whether he can still mix it with the best this season.
• Charlie Hall Chase (G2) – Djelo proved his class again for Venetia Williams, beating Pic D’orhy. Can he develop into a genuine Grade 1 contender?
• Kildress Plumbing Chase (G2) – Firefox stays unbeaten in three runs at Down Royal. What’s his ideal next target?
• West Yorkshire Hurdle (G2) – Strong Leader’s win highlights the growing influence of Sean Bowen. Lizzie and Daryl discuss his rise to champion jockey status.
• Mares' Hurdle (Listed) – Golden Ace disappointed behind Kateira, but should punters forgive and forget?
• Beginners Chase – Romeo Coolio’s chase debut win sparks debate over his ideal trip and whether he belongs at the top table.

🔥 Future Focus:
Can Il Est Francais go one better in the King George VI Chase? Is Banbridge capable of defending his title, or could Fact To File dominate the staying division? Lizzie and Daryl’s answers may surprise you.

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