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Gordon Elliott: 'He's a top horse on his day and goes there with a big chance'

The top Irish trainer discusses his leading hopes for the festive period

Paddy Power Future Champions Novice Hurdle, Leopardstown, December 27
He wasn't right at Navan and we found a few issues afterwards. He's entered for the Grade 1 over 2m at Leopardstown but we might give him a bit more time and aim for something around the middle of January instead. He's back in great form but we don't want to rush him. We'll give him time to recover.

Amir Kabir
Paddy Power Future Champions Novice Hurdle, Leopardstown, December 27
He was very good at Listowel but he gave himself a cut from the mistake he made at the second-last and missed a bit of work. He's a nice horse who has surprised a few people and I don't think he's finished winning yet. Leopardstown should suit him.

Andy Dufrense
Paddy's Rewards Club Chase, Leopardstown, December 27
He wasn't beaten far in the Fortria at Navan and the plan was to go to Leopardstown. He ran a big race in the Grand Annual last season and he's always been a nice horse. He might struggle if one of the big guns shows up but I could see him running well.

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