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It was billed as must‑win. After sobering defeats to Scotland and Ireland, England and head coach Steve Borthwick could ill afford another setback.
Dunfermline dumped holders Aberdeen out of the Scottish Cup with a stunning 3-0 win at KDM Group East End Park.
Caoilin Quinn and Mondo Man survived high drama at the final hurdle as class prevailed in the Betfair Imperial Cup at Sandown – but a Royal Ascot bid could be more likely than seeking a quickfire bonus at next week’s Cheltenham Festival.
Olly Murphy could be tempted to run the ever-improving Scorpio Rising at the top level before the season is out after bringing up an impressive four-timer in the European Breeders’ Fund Betfair “National Hunt” Novices’ Handicap Hurdle Final.