GalwaySun, October 29, 2023

Irish point-to-point winner AFFORDALE FURY (1) looks a smart recruit to the chasing sphere. He produced two top-class efforts to fill the runner-up spot among Grade 1 company at the Cheltenham and Punchestown Festivals and can be considered if taking to fences. FAVORI DE CHAMPDOU (4) finished fourth in the aforementioned G1 Irish Mirror Novice Hurdle at Punchestown and also looks a fascinating prospect now chasing for top connections. Third home that day FRANCISCAN ROCK (5) fell on chasing debut at Gowran Park last month but might put that behind him. DAILY PRESENT (3) requires a market check following a lengthy absence.