This was notable for a rapid pace as French Direction won a short early skirmish for the honours over Victory Roll and it was no surprise that hold-up horses ADECCO and Inaki came through to dominate.

Adecco was making a winning start over fences, enjoying the drying ground and going right-handed which connections reported is vital. He got the run through closest to the inside rail off the home bend and is another who can have a profitable time through the spring with conditions to suit.

Inaki's best form has been on softer ground but he kept battling away on this livelier ground, confirming his stable's blinding form this year.

Julies Boy rallied into the home bend after chasing the pace set by French Direction but it took its toll before the last.

Wee Anthony was left behind with poor jumping early and could never land a blow.

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