Fox Duty Free repays connections' faith as he continues remarkable rise

Fox Duty Free: continued remarkable rise in front of paying spectators at Lingfield on WednesdayCredit: Mark Cranham (racingpost.com/photos)

It was not only spectators who made another spectacular return at Lingfield as Fox Duty Free's remarkable resurgence since switching to the care of Ralph Beckett continued with victory in the 7f handicap.

The King Power Racing-owned gelding unseated and refused to race on his final two starts for former trainer Andrew Balding, but turned over a new leaf on his first start for Beckett when winning over course-and-distance last time.

He breezed to another impressive success and maintained his unbeaten record for the trainer while continuing Rob Hornby's fine season to give him a 78th winner of the year.

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Matt RennieReporter

Published on 2 December 2020inReports

Last updated 20:22, 2 December 2020

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