![]() “It’s the first time he has travelled away from Auteuil obviously, but he is a horse who seems to adapt easily, so hopefully it won’t be a problem and he can show us how good he is. “He’s got a very big reputation out here in France and we’re all just hoping he can show us a true running of his real ability,” the trainer said. He now crosses the Channel to test his mettle against British-trained horses at Kempton, and George is hopeful he can make a mark. ![]() Those victories include two Grade Threes and a Grade One, and most recently the gelding stepped up in trip to ease any doubts over his stamina when landing the Listed Prix Fondeur in heavy ground. The five-year-old is trained in France by the young team and has been a true success story since joining the stable, running seven times at Auteuil and winning on all but one occasion. Il Est Francais will bid for a milestone victory for Noel George and Amanda Zetterholm in the Ladbrokes Kauto Star Novices’ Chase at Kempton on Boxing Day.
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