Bob Olinger's speed trumps Teahupoo's stamina as the former records a third Festival win under Rachael Blackmore.

The winner returns at 8-1, lowering the colours of the defending champ, who runs in the same Robcour silks.

The Wallpark finished back in third, but the race only concerned the first two in the closing stages, with Henry de Bromhead's charge prevailing by just under two lengths.

Patience is a virtue and it's a virtue that Blackmore clearly possesses. She was at pains not to hit the front too soon, delivering her mount late. Why? Because Bob Olinger's main attribute at this marathon distance is speed and not stamina. There's no way she wanted to get into a protracted battle with a confirmed stayer like Teahupoo. That was a great ride.