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Eldorado Allen has to be considered for Arkle - even if things went his way

Eldorado Allen: victorious at Cheltenham on Saturday
Eldorado Allen: victorious at Cheltenham on SaturdayCredit: Edward Whitaker

The Arkle was the race most put under the spotlight across Saturday's action at Cheltenham and Punchestown.

Firstly, last season's Champion Hurdle third Darver Star ultimately proved disappointing in the Grade 2 novice chase at the latter track.

His jumping and the manner he travelled was pretty underwhelming throughout after a good debut win, as he finished third behind Felix Desjy. The ground was far from ideal for Darver Star, but he has a lot to prove after this display and is now 33-1 (from 12) for the Arkle.

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James StevensWest Country correspondent

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