Big outsider could cause a shock in the opener at Leopardstown

Leopardstown crowd eagerly watch the action unfold

Leopardstown: the four-day Christmas festival continues on FridayCredit: Patrick McCann

Farceur Du Large
12.00 Down Royal
2pts each-way

Alighted is likely to be a warm order for the 2m4f maiden hurdle (12.00), but he could struggle to give 16lb to Farceur Du Large.

Eoin Walsh takes 7lb off the four-year-old, who is held in high regard by Noel Meade, and there were encouraging signs at Navan when fourth to Thatsy. This does not looks as competitive.

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Published on 25 December 2019inHorse racing tips

Last updated 12:28, 24 December 2019

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