PHIL'S Magic got up in the dying strides to win a thrilling renewal of the Midlands National Handicap Chase at Kilbeggan.

Donagh Meyler was happy to wait on the Tony Martin-trained 7/2 chance, and the complexion of the race changed when pacesetter Definite Soldier departed three out, leaving Noel Meade's pair of Net D'Ecosse and Tulsa Jack in front.