Willie Mullins set a new record for winning-most trainer in the County Hurdle, as classy flat performer Absurde took a record-extending seventh victory under jockey Paul Townend.

Willie Mullins set a new record for winning-most trainer in the County Hurdle, as classy flat performer Absurde took a record extending seventh victory under jockey Paul Townend.

Willie Mullins says he will continue his quest for an elusive Melbourne Cup victory.

Jockey Ryan Moore will be bidding for a second victory in the Melbourne Cup on Tuesday at Flemington.

Cup Eve support continues as Willie Mullins’ second-stringer comes into late vogue.