Sir AP McCoy brings Gold Cup to Airdrie to mark prestigious trophy's 100th anniversary

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School children in Airdrie got the chance to saddle up alongside legendary jockey Sir AP McCoy to mark the 100th anniversary of the Gold Cup.The Champion Hurdle, Queen Mother Champion Chase and King George VI Chase winner and the gleaming trophy rode their way to the town's Albert Bartlett headquarters.Among those to bet on a great time with the special guests were pupils from local schools.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

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