Jefferson's philosophy pays off as Patiently follows up

Waiting Patiently, ridden by Brian Hughes, jumps the last at Newcastle just ahead of Forest BihanCredit: John Grossick

Malcolm Jefferson has a lovely crop of novice chasers, headed by Cloudy Dream, and Waiting Patiently confirmed himself another exciting prospect when making it two from two over fences in the 2m½f novice chase.

The odds-on favourite travelled smoothly under Brian Hughes and skipped over the last two fences in fine style before finding enough to repel the challenge of Forest Bihan.

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Ben HuttonSpotlight tipster

Published on 8 December 2016inReports

Last updated 19:47, 8 December 2016

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