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Justified stakes his claim for the Arkle at the Cheltenham Festival

Justified stakes his claim for the Arkle at the Cheltenham Festival after he advertised his sparking form by winning his second race over the larger obstacles by comprehensively outpointed market rival Wild Passion to land the Volkswagon Jetta Craddockstown Novice Chase.

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Backed into even-money favourite, the Eamonn Sheehy-trained six-year-old bowled along in front under Shay Barry for the entire two miles of the Grade Two contest.

The two key protagonists moved well clear of their rivals but once asked for an effort, Justified proved too strong for Wild Passion turning for home and was eased-down for a 14-length victory.

“He is definitely a better chaser than a hurdler,” said Sheehy. “This year he is man, compared to a chap last year – he has matured.

“If all goes to plan, the Arkle at Cheltenham is his long term objective, but I will change travel arrangements this year and he will only go over a day before the race.

“I will have a look at the Drinmore at Fairyhouse – he may go for that as he needs plenty of racing.

“I think he will also definitely go for the two-mile Durkan New Homes Chase at Leopardstown at Christmas.”

Cashmans make Justified their 7-1 joint-favourite along with Accordion Etoile for the Arkle Trophy in March.

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