OpinionAlan King
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Spirit's up after change of plan for stable star
I'm looking forward to a possible trip to Fontwell on Sunday after a change of plan with Sceau Royal.
He's in good form after his third place in the Dublin Chase at Leopardstown and was left in the Ryanair Chase earlier this month.
However, when I spoke to the owners' racing manager Anthony Bromley we agreed he's going to find it tough in that. I also think he's slightly happier over hurdles than fences nowadays so we've decided to switch our sights. The Grade 2 National Spirit Hurdle looks a more realistic option.
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