It would have been six out of 11 if the photo-finish had gone Well Chief’s way. You’d have to be pretty brave to say Activial (31-pace adjusted 38) isn’t going to continue the amazing run of Adonis winners in the Triumph. He put up one of the best performances we’ve seen from a juvenile hurdler all season and looks capable of doing even better.

Activial is a strong, good-bodied sort who looks built for two and a half mile plus chases. He jumped like a chaser, clearing every hurdle with a foot or more to spare.