14:20 punchestown - ResultsSunday 11th January 2026

Willie Mullins holds the key to this graded hurdle with two unexposed contenders vying for G2 glory. Royal Ascot winner SOBER (4) is the choice of Paul Townend and therefore must be taken very seriously even if he hasn't been seen since June while stablemate FREE SPIRIT (2) will improve for the outing after resuming from an absence since the spring. Both runners rate highly and cannot be dismissed. ROAD EXILE (3) went well last time out scoring a maiden hurdle. This represents a big step up in grade. One to note. FRANKIE JOHN (1) is an honest contender who backs up quickly having gained a win over Christmas. Player.