Formerly classy sort can return to winning ways now dropped in grade

Punchestown is one of six racecourses in Britain and Ireland to host action on WednesdayCredit: Alan Crowhurst

6.40 Punchestown
2pts win

Although not the force of old, Avenir D'Une Vie takes a significant drop in class for the 2m handicap chase (6.40) and should have too much for his six rivals.

His three starts over fences this year have been bitterly disappointing, but those races were won by Duca De Thaix, Cadmium and Ex Patriot – he faces nothing of that calibre here.

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Published on 11 June 2019inHorse racing tips

Last updated 17:23, 11 June 2019

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