Min is the John Durkan master - but David Jennings has spotted the apprentice

Min and connections after last year's win in the John Durkan Memorial Chase at Punchestown

Min and connections after last year's John Durkan Memorial Chase win at PunchestownCredit: Caroline Norris (racingpost.com/photos)

1.40 Punchestown
John Durkan Memorial Punchestown Chase (Grade 1) | 2m4½f | 5yo+ | ITV4/RTV

Twenty-four hours after Altior tiptoed his way out of the Tingle Creek, the superpowers of Irish racing provide a timely reminder that they are not afraid to take each other on when the occasion warrants.

Indeed, on this occasion, they are even allowing the cream of their own crops to clash. It is a Sunday roast with all the trimmings, a winter warmer for ITV4 viewers that makes Huntingdon being washed away a bit more bearable.

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David JenningsDeputy Ireland editor

Published on 5 December 2020inPreviews

Last updated 18:57, 5 December 2020

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