It was all about the Arkle for top jockey Tom Cannon. The talented Edwardstone, ridden by Tom, powered away from the opposition on the run to the line to give trainer Alan King a third success in the two-mile novice championship.
However, it was not straightforward for the 5-2 favourite, as he was almost brought down at the fourth fence. However, he showed his superiority from there by settling down nicely before pulling clear to win comfortably.
Successful jockey Tom Cannon said: “I’ve got a better relationship with him than I have with any human being! For me it feels great – it feels like it’s been a long time coming”.