He is a great, living example of the sum of all strengths his sire, Germany's champion sire 2016 SOLDIER HOLLOW, is known for: ARCTIC FIRE.
An extensive stride, toughness, stamina and speed, paired with the heart of a true fighter ... that is what he showed once again at the highest level today. The eight-year-old fought home bravely for an amazing third place in the €250,000 G1 Champions Hurdle. With Paul Townend aboard, Arctic Fire delivered a great performance yet again in this prestigeous race over 3219 m and finished only a length behind the winner after a race off the pace. Arctic Fire is Soldier Hollow's most successful progeny over jumps. He is in training with Willie Mullins for Wicklow Bloodstock Ltd. |
