Archive for the ‘JCB Triumph Hurdle’

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    Triumph Hurdle – Alaivan to shine?
    I have to say I was impressed with Alaivan’s 17 lengths’ win on Saturday. Held up on this occasion rather than making it when appearing to run too freely when easily beaten by Carlito Brigante at Leopardstown, I did feel he benefited from an overly-strong pace up front but he did look classy, as he should being rated 109 on the Flat which makes him by far the...
    by KautoKid at February 25th, 2010 at 01:02 pm
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    Triumph Hurdle According on the slide?
    According blew out big style on his hurdling debut at Sandown having been punted into second-favourite for the Triumph which totally bemused Nicky Henderson who stated after his grey ran as green as grass that he was one of a few juveniles they had to come out in the coming weeks but he certainly didn’t give the impression he felt he was unquestionably their best....
    by NiallHogan at February 12th, 2010 at 12:02 pm
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    JCB Triumph Hurdle Cheltenham
    The four-year-old hurdling championship, staged over two miles and a furlong, is always a thrilling spectacle and has attracted 77 entries, headed by the Alan King-trained Mille Chief. King has twice tasted victory in the Grade One contest with Penzance (2005) and subsequent Smurfit Kappa Champion Hurdle hero Katchit (2007), while Franchoek (2008) and Walkon (2009) both...
    by KautoKid at February 5th, 2010 at 03:02 pm
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    JCB Triumph Hurdle
    Walkon is an uncomplicated, class act with track form from a top yard with a great record in the race not running his race so has a major chance. I do fear Zaynar with cheekpieces fitted and the recent vibes I have been getting about Master Of Arts have been getting stronger and stronger. I don’t fancy Starluck as feel he will be outstayed or the Irish though can see...
    by Denman at January 16th, 2010 at 07:01 pm