BBC News: First Flow beats Politologue in Clarence House Chase at Ascot

Published 2021/01/23

Favourite Politologue, ridden by Harry Cobden, took the early lead and looked comfortable out front.

But 14-1 shot First Flow, under jockey David Bass, caught him and after making an early charge for the line went on to win by seven lengths.

"Down the hill, I didn't plan on taking it on that early but he just winged the fences," Bass told ITV.

"I'm so pleased for this horse. He's a real character. I can't really believe it."

The race marked First Flow - Kim Bailey's nine-year-old - stepping up to the top level over fences for the first time in his career.

Waiting Patiently was third, while Fanion D'Estruval came in fourth in a race also featuring Defi Du Seuil.