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WITH all of today’s — and indeed Sunday’s — national hunt cards once again claimed by the weather, we are left with just all-weather action.

So what I have decided to do is give my bets at the two meetings with a long-term look forward to next year’s Champion Hurdle.

As far as this afternoon is concerned here are my main plays: