Fairyhouse serves up Easter treats headed by Ireland's richest steeplechase

General Principle: digs deep to win a thrilling Boylesports Irish Grand National at Fairyhouse for Elliott and JJ Slevin last seasonCredit: Patrick McCann

A year ago bookmakers enjoyed a successful Irish Grand National with outsiders General Principle, Isleofhopendreams and Forever Gold filling the first three places in Ireland's richest steeplechase.

That trio will be back to try again, but it won't be the same sort of race this year.

Unlike 12 months ago when it developed into a slog on heavy going, conditions here will be a stark contrast as we look set to have a ground description with the word 'good' in it as 30 runners scrap for a first prize of €270,000.

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Published on 20 April 2019inFeatures

Last updated 14:07, 20 April 2019

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