I’m a big State Man fan and agree that he’s been hugely underrated throughout his career. Every bit as good as Hurricane Fly imo.
That being said. There’s no way he beats Lossiemouth next season when pushing 10yo. He’ll have no chance against Brighterdaysahead around Leopardstown either if she stays hurdling.
Lossiemouth is Champion now and should be the yards No1 for the top races at home.