Archive for the ‘Cheltenham Gold Cup’

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    Diamond Harry Cheltenham Gold Cup in doubt
    It has been revealed that Diamond Harry’s involvement in this year’s Cheltenham Gold Cup could be in doubt after the horse suffered breathing difficulties over the weekend. The former Hennessey Gold Cup winner – who is expected to be a major force at the Cheltenham Festival in March – will now undergo an investigation to try and determined exactly what the problem...
    by Paul Berry at January 31st, 2012 at 03:01 pm
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    Grands Crus going for Cheltenham Gold Cup glory after rest
    David Pipe has revealed that the hugely impressive steeplechaser Grands Crus will enjoy a rest with March’s Cheltenham Festival in mind. The seven-year-old is a major contender for Cheltenham Gold Cup glory of course and after winning the Feltham Chase on Boxing Day, it was expected that this weekend would be when preparations for the famous Festival are stepped up. However,...
    by Paul Berry at January 31st, 2012 at 10:01 am
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    Midnight Chase has emerges as a Cheltenham Gold Cup contender
    Midnight Chase has emerged as a Cheltenham Gold Cup contender after winning the ‘dress rehearsal’ for the famous event – the Argento Chase. This victory on Saturday was a significant moment for the 10-year-old and even though the two massive favourites for Gold Cup glory – Long Run and Kauto Star – were not involved, Midnight Chase has shown excellent potential. Perhaps...
    by Paul Berry at January 29th, 2012 at 12:01 pm
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    David Pipe lining up Grands Crus for Gold Cup
    David Pipe has revealed that the line-up for particular races at Cheltenham will determine which event Grands Crus lines up for at the famous Festival in March. The experienced horse is favourite for the RSA Chase – as has been well documented ad the build-up to Cheltenham continues – but there have also been suggestions of involvement in the biggest race of all –...
    by Paul Berry at January 18th, 2012 at 02:01 pm
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    Venetia Williams to make decision on Mon Mome for Gold Cup
    Venetia Williams has admitted that a late decision will be made on Mon Mome’s involvement in the Cheltenham Gold Cup. It has been made clear that the priority this year is the Grand National, but involvement at Cheltenham is still a distinct possibility. Everyone remembers 2009 when Mon Mome won the famous event at Aintree at odds of 100-1 and this was without doubt...
    by Paul Berry at January 13th, 2012 at 09:01 am
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    Captain Chris can be Gold Cup contender says Hobbs
    As the 2012 Cheltenham Festival gets closer and closer, Philip Hobbs has admitted that Captain Chris has a lot to prove in the next couple of months, but can be a Gold Cup contender come March. Referring to the potential of the chaser, Hobbs said: “We were pleased with his comeback in the Haldon Gold Cup at Exeter, even though he unseated.” “The only disappointing...
    by David Norris at January 8th, 2012 at 08:01 am
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    Clive Smith admits Kauto Star one of the best
    Owner Clive Smith believes Kauto Star has a record to compete with some of the biggest names in the sports history following his success at the King George Stakes on Boxing Day. The 12-year-old dual Cheltenham Gold Cup winner broke new ground when he became the first horse to win the Kempton classic five times in his career, which when added to his successes at the famous...
    by Paul Berry at January 6th, 2012 at 11:01 am
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    Long Run considered for Betfair Denman Chase
    Long Run will run without earplugs during the Cheltenham Gold Cup in March as the famous horse gets ready to defend its title at the Cheltenham Festival. One of the best steeplechasers around, Long Run has often needed earplugs to relax, but trainer Nicky Henderson has revealed that the team have trained the defending champion suitably in the last few weeks. Speaking about...
    by NiallHogan at January 5th, 2012 at 08:01 am
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    Cheltenham Gold Cup Free Bets Tips
    Kauto Star and stablemate Denman clash once again in the totesport Cheltenham Gold Cup – but it is likely to be all one-way traffic in round three of the Festival battle. Kauto Star (4/6 with Paddy Power) looks every inch the likely winner again, having barely put a foot wrong in what has been another memorable season. The 10-year-old conceded his crown to Denman...
    by ColinPearce at February 1st, 2011 at 02:02 pm
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    Tidal Bay Cheltenham Gold Cup price shortens after Argento Chase
    Tidal Bay Shortens for Cheltenham Gold Cup The ten-year-old saw his price cut for a Cheltenham Festival victory after a typically frustrating performance saw him finish second in the Argento Chase behind Neptune Collonges. It typically took Tidal Bay too long to warm to the task at hand and despite his usual fast finish, he still left himself too much to do to reel in...
    by Paul Berry at February 1st, 2011 at 01:02 pm
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