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Thistlecrack confirmed for Newbury
- Updated: November 22, 2016
Thistlecrack is the star name among nine entries for the bet365 Novices’ Chase at Newbury on Saturday.
The Grade Two contest, better known as the Worcester Novices’ Chase, was reopened for 24 hours after having failed to attract sufficient entries on Monday.
Having dominated the staying hurdle division last season, Thistlecrack has made an impressive start to his career over fences, with two comfortable victories confirming his place as ante-post favourite for the Cheltenham Gold Cup.
His potential opponents include the Paul …
