
John Durkan Memorial Chase Trends 2026: Dave Young analyses Punchestown’s Grade 1 showpiece
The John Durkan Memorial Chase at Punchestown has historically been one of the strongest Grade 1s in the early part of the season, and recent renewals have only bolstered the strength of the race. Only Martin Brassil has toppled Willie Mullins in the last 8 years, and while a prep run was typically had before...


















