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Daryl Jacob back in nick of time to partner 'wonderful' Top Notch at Kempton

Top Notch and Daryl Jacob in winning form together
Top Notch and Daryl Jacob in winning form togetherCredit: Mark Cranham

Daryl Jacob has eyes only for Top Notch and Saturday's Grade 2 Unibet Silviniaco Conti Chase as he makes his comeback from injury with one ride on Wednesday.

Jacob, who returns to action on Dragon D'Estruval in the 3m1½f handicap chase at Ludlow (1.15), has been on the sidelines since fracturing his hand in a fall at Musselburgh on December 9 and has been doing everything in his power to make it back before Saturday's big race at Kempton.

"I can't wait and am very excited to get back," said Jacob. "It was frustrating to miss the Christmas period but it gives you more hunger to return."

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Lewis PorteousReporter

Published on 7 January 2020inNews

Last updated 17:37, 7 January 2020

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