Moon edges thriller in early treat for jumps fans

Moon Racer on his way to victory over Ballyandy at Perth yesterdayCredit: John Grossick Racing Photography

It was a race fit for the Cheltenham Festival and it lived up to its billing as Moon Racer edged out Ballyandy after a thrilling spectacle.

The two potentially top-notch hurdlers treated the enthusiastic crowd to an exciting tussle as they vied for a winner’s prize of just £2,477.

Moon Racer emerged the winner by three-quarters of a length after the heavyweights slugged it out over the final two flights of the 2m novice hurdle.

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Michael RobsonReporter

Published on 22 September 2016inReports

Last updated 19:43, 22 September 2016

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