King George VI Chase: Banbridge claims dramatic win over Il Est Francais

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Banbridge overhauled long-time leader Il Est Francais at the last fence to claim a dramatic win in the King George VI Chase at Kempton.

Il Est Francais had been ahead under James Reveley for almost all of the three-mile Boxing Day showpiece and built up a comfortable lead, and with two to go Banbridge was the only horse who looked likely to challenge.

At the last, the leader was less than fluid and the 7-1 chance jumped it better and raced clear for Paul Townend and trainer Joseph O’Brien.

Il Est Francais (9-2) held on for second, with L’Homme Presse (14-1) third for Charlie Deutsch and Venetia Williams.

Earlier, the 2023 champion hurdler Constitution Hill made a welcome return to action with a third win in the Christmas Hurdle.

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