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Nicholls and McManus proof that some things stay the same as champs are crowned
Paul Nicholls: presented with the champion jump trainers' trophy by Victoria Pendleton in 2019Credit: Getty Images
Prize day is back and so are two familiar old boys, along with a most promising newcomer.
Ever since the bet365 Gold Cup card was made the official end of the jumps season, Sandown has offered a chance for all the champions to receive the acclaim they so richly deserve for their achievements over the previous 12 months.
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