Trainer Bradley Gibbs Disappointed by Licensing Setback for Premier Magic Entry at Punchestown

Bradley Gibbs, the trainer who rode the 66-1 shot Premier Magic to victory in the Hunters’ Chase during Cheltenham Festival, was left fuming after being prevented from entering the ten-year-old at Punchestown due to a licensing stipulation. Despite being informed by Horse Racing Ireland (HRI) that Premier Magic would be eligible to race three weeks earlier, Gibbs was barred from entering the Irish Daily Star Champion Hunters Chase an hour before the deadline. Don’t miss out on award-winning journalism, exclusive news, interviews, investigations, and more from the best writers in racing – subscribe now to unlock full access to Racing Post’s digital newspaper, expert tips, form study tools, and extensive archive of statistics covering horses, trainers, jockeys, owners, pedigree, and sales data.