Long journey from Devon pays off for happy Hawke

Carrigdhoun, ridden by Daragh Bourke, on his way to winning the staying handicap chase, his fourth win at Carlisle.Credit: John Grossick

The seven-hour journey from Devon paid off for Nigel Hawke as he saddled a double to make it four winners from his last six runners.

The first winner was Lord Ballim, who snatched victory in the final strides of the 2m1f handicap hurdle under Ciaran Gethings.

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Ben HuttonSpotlight tipster

Published on 20 February 2017inReports

Last updated 19:00, 20 February 2017

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