Michael O’Sullivan cannot wait to be reunited with Marine Nationale in the Irish Arkle at Leopardstown following his impressive chase debut success.

Michael O'Sullivan cannot wait to be reunited with Marine Nationale in the Irish Arkle at Leopardstown following his impressive chase debut success.

Last year’s Supreme Novices’ Hurdle winner seamlessly transitioned to the chasing game when readily landing the Paddy Power From The Horses Mouth Podcast Beginners’ Chase at Leopardstown today.

Last year's Supreme Novices' Hurdle winner seamlessly transitioned to the chasing game when readily landing the Paddy Power From The Horses Mouth Podcast Beginners' Chase at Leopardstown today.

Marine Nationale is firmly on course for an appearance at the Punchestown Festival having done nothing but delight owner-trainer Barry Connell since his sublime Supreme Novices’ Hurdle success.