Viking scores emotional victory to keep prize with connections

Sandy Thomson (left) celebrates Harry The Viking's victory with owner Jim Beaumont and rider Rachael McDonaldCredit: John Grossick

Harry The Viking stepped into the void left by his former stablemate Neptune Equester to secure a heartwarming hat-trick for his owner and trainer in the £40,000 Scottish Borders National.

The 11-year-old proved the ideal replacement for Neptune Equester, who collapsed and died at the course in February after winning the two previous runnings of the 4m½f handicap chase.

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Michael RobsonReporter

Published on 4 December 2016inReports

Last updated 12:20, 5 December 2016

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