
Turners Novices' Hurdle Preview: Mullins Battalion Takes On Elite Field
The Grade 1 Turners Novices' Hurdle at Carlisle brings together 22 runners in a £150k showdown, with Willie Mullins fielding a powerful five-horse team.

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