'Third Time Lucki glided into the race and is a very strong Arkle prospect'
Jordan Gainford, Lawney Hill and Sam Thomas answer the key questions
What winning performance impressed you most over Cheltenham’s two days?
Jordan Gainford, jockey It's hard to look beyond Third Time Lucki on Friday. He jumped like a buck, was visually very impressive and looked very natural. You'd have to imagine he's set for a very good season given it was only his first start over fences.
Liam Harrison, jockey Third Time Lucki, his jumping was very good and he hit the line hard. He will have to learn to settle better to take the next step over fences, but I’m sure he’ll be an easy ride in a better race and it looks like all roads will lead to the Arkle in March.
Lawney Hill, trainer It has to be Third Time Lucki, who jumped and travelled with such ease at Cheltenham on Friday. He and Harry Skelton glided into the race and swept aside the rest of the field. He's a very strong Arkle prospect.
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