Star jumper Ascot makes comeback after nine-year-old on the sidelines . But the nine-year-old has to settle for second at wintry Sprinter Sacre behind Dodging Bullets . The nine-year-old , renowned for his attacking style of spectacular jumping , was back after spending 13 months on the sidelines with a heart murmur . Trainer Sprinter Sacre remains optimistic despite defeat .
Star jumper Ascot makes comeback after nine-year-old on the sidelines . But the nine-year-old has to settle for second at wintry Sprinter Sacre behind Dodging Bullets . Trainer Sprinter Sacre remains optimistic despite defeat .