The Willie Mullins-trained seven-year-old cemented his position at the head of the betting for the blue riband at Cheltenham.
GALOPIN DES CHAMPS dispelled any stamina doubts when running away with the Paddy Power Irish Gold Cup.
There were still plenty in with a chance half a mile out when The Big Dog departed who was in the process of running a huge race.
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