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Meetmebythesea Wins Paddy Power Gold Cup for McManus
Meetmebythesea gives McManus first Paddy Power Gold Cup win at Cheltenham.
In brief
Meetmebythesea gives McManus first Paddy Power Gold Cup win at Cheltenham. Meetmebythesea won the Paddy Power Gold Cup at Cheltenham, giving owner JP McManus his first victory in the race. Originally reported by Sky Sports.
Meetmebythesea Wins Paddy Power Gold Cup
Meetmebythesea delivered owner JP McManus his first victory in the prestigious Paddy Power Gold Cup at Cheltenham.
Harry Cobden's Ride
Harry Cobden rode Meetmebythesea to victory after a strong performance in the race.
Race Result
Meetmebythesea won by two and a half lengths after Quebecois faded.
Ben Pauling's Comments
Ben Pauling said Meetmebythesea showed great potential and was ready for bigger races.
“Harry wanted to ride him forward because not many are coming from behind today and he jumped brilliantly and travelled so well.”
Kempton Plans
Meetmebythesea aims to compete in the King George VI Chase at Kempton on Boxing Day.
JP McManus's Reaction
JP McManus expressed happiness after winning the Paddy Power Gold Cup for the first time.
“It's always nice to win a race at Cheltenham and I've tried to win this race many times but just come up short.”
Future Goals
Meetmebythesea is expected to compete in the King George VI Chase at Kempton on Boxing Day.
Next Steps
Meetmebythesea aims to replicate The Jukebox Man's King George VI Chase heroics for Pauling.
The short version
Meetmebythesea won the Paddy Power Gold Cup at Cheltenham, giving owner JP McManus his first victory in the race.
