Galopin Des Champs is set to face nine rivals in his bid for a third victory in the Paddy Power Irish Gold Cup at Leopardstown on Saturday.

Platinum miners, Anglo American Platinum, Northam Platinum and Impala Platinum advanced 5. 5%, 3. 5% and 3. 3%, respectively.

It’s a sad state of affairs when golf courses aren’t being used for their god-given purpose, and yet, many across the country have found alternative uses for these wintery months. Back in 2017, course ...