Who can beat Enable? Foy winner Waldgeist could improve on last year's fourth

Pierre-Charles Boudot and Waldgeist return after a straightforward success in the Prix Foy at LongchampCredit: Racing Post / Scott Burton

If at first you do not succeed, try and try again. Chantilly-based trainer Andre Fabre will be hoping the old cliche works wonders for Waldgeist, who is set to take on Enable for the fourth time.

The match has been a bit one-sided in the past but there is a glimmer of hope for supporters of Waldgeist, a general 12-1 shot for his second appearance in the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe.

Waldgeist (red): finished a fine third in the King George behind Crystal Ocean and EnableCredit: Alan Crowhurst

Waldgeist's performances have hit new heights this season, most notably when a fine third in a thrilling King George behind Enable and Crystal Ocean.

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Matt ButlerDeputy news editor

Published on 1 October 2019inGrand National festival

Last updated 15:52, 1 October 2019

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