The Briefing: going news and punting pointers as Punchestown takes centre stage

The pick of your Sunday service comes from Punchestown, where a pair of Graded novice events promise plenty.

As ever, Gordon Elliott and Willie Mullins are well represented as the former has 11 runners on the card and the latter four.

In Britain, there is also jumping at Kelso, while Southwell races on the all-weather.

Going report

Southwell (first race at: 12.20)
Standard

Kelso (12.30)
Good (GoingStick: 6.8 at 6.30am on Sunday)

Punchestown (12.40)
Good on the hurdle track and good, good to yielding on the chase course

Market movers

12.50 Southwell - Ivory Charm 11-1 (from 9-1)
2.20 Kelso - The Lady Rules 8-1 (from 7-1)
3.50 Punchestown - Torquay 12-1 (from 14-1)

What to back

Tom Segal leads the tipping team and Justin O'Hanlon provides the best bets from Ireland.

There are also the usual helpful pointers in Tips Box and Signposts Sweetspots.

What to read

Legendary jockey John Francome opens up in the Big Read, while RPSunday also includes a Q&A with trainer Paul Nolan.

We preview Punchestown's feature, plus there is a report of Warwick's Classic Chase and the story of a big win for Jonjo O'Neill jnr at Kempton.

And if you want a morning giggle, check this out.

What to watch

John Francome on the whip

Moscow Flyer Novice Hurdle preview

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Head to our sports section for more expert advice, including the lowdown on Tottenham's big clash with Manchester United.

Final thought

Living up to his father's achievements will be tough for Jonjo O'Neill jnr, but he's certainly going about it in a fine way.

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