In 2015, Many Clouds stayed on to win the National and this year’s top weight could secure back-to-back victories with heavy rain predicted at Aintree throughout the week. And with the reliable Leighton Aspell, who has ridden the last two…
In 2015, Many Clouds stayed on to win the National and this year’s top weight could secure back-to-back victories with heavy rain predicted at Aintree throughout the week. And with the reliable Leighton Aspell, who has ridden the last two…
By Harvey Mayson Many Clouds was 25-1 last year when he bounced back from a slightly disappointing run in the Cheltenham Gold Cup. He is clear favourite at 8-1 following the latest acceptance stage with 96 horses still declared. Many…
Another year of Cheltenham draws to a close today and we will be looking to go out with a bang! Here are our thoughts on the day: 1.30 JCB Triumph Hurdle (Grade 1) WHO DARES WINS 12/1 ew (4 places Paddy…
Came down to earth with a bump yesterday after such an impressive first day, and it will be good to bounce back with a few winners today. Even for those who were backing the favourite, nobody could begrudge Sprinter Sacre…
It was a fantastic way to kick off the festival for followers of the blog, with 4 winners and some place money picked up, with the highlight being Un Temps Pour Tout forging clear at 16/1. Here are today's thoughts…
Every year come mid-March, the eyes of the racing world point towards what is the biggest National Hunt festival of the year, an exciting and nervous occasion for all involved. The Cheltenham roar has become a symbol of the atmosphere and excitement that the week…
Preview kindly provided by @TheLooseHorse Big day of racing and with Cheltenham round the corner, a few last minute festival preparations for everyone to try and get their horses good and proper. Nicky has hit the straps the last few weeks…
Olympic cyclist Victoria Pendleton could make the big jump from the bike saddle to a horse saddle at this year’s Cheltenham Festival. The double Olympic champion retired from cycling in 2012 to focus on completing another one of her dreams…
Golden Horn really intrigued me on Saturday. I am now paying full attention (I know, I know. I'm late). I felt this year's Coral-Eclipse was complimented by the quality of field, a genuine test for Gosdens Golden Horn. The Grey Gatsby & Western Hymn are very good horses & I rate them highly. Detorri broke out of the stalls…
2.30 7f class 1 Chesham Stakes (Listed) – Force 9/1 EW Luckily many of the women find that they cannot get through regular tasks – filing a report, cooking meals, driving a car to work, and so forth – without interrupting…