'Massive' ratings hike has Gary Moore plotting Gold Cup and Grand National double bid for much-improved Nassalam

Nassalam: won't run again until the springCredit: Edward Whitaker

An effective 16lb ratings rise has Gary Moore considering an audacious Gold Cup and Grand National double for runaway Welsh Grand National winner Nassalam.

John and Yvonne Stone's chaser stormed to a 34-length success in the Chepstow marathon under 3lb claimer Caoilin Quinn on December 27, prompting the trainer to enter him for the Gold Cup on Tuesday, and the Cheltenham showpiece is now firmly on the radar after his mark was raised to 161.

He had been raised to 149 after his Welsh National Trial win off 141 but ran under a 4lb penalty for a mark of 145 in the big race.

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Maddy PlayleDigital journalist

Published on 3 January 2024inBritain

Last updated 19:04, 3 January 2024

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