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wellchief
01 Oct 11 09:37
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Had a couple of quid on him here for the Gold Cup at 290/1.

I know the current plan will probably be the Ryanair, but I think it was surely worth £2 in the small chance he goes for it.  I remember last year, before he got injured the owners were 50/50 whether to run him in the Gold Cup or Ryanair.  Hopefully he might be sent to the King George again, and see if he can get any closer to Long Run.

Anyone heard if he is over his injury now?  Could be a forgotten horse this year.
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Report GI MAC October 1, 2011 9:51 AM BST
According to stable tour he's recovered well and should be back just before xmas. Ryan Air was the plan last year before injury. Top horse and will win some races, personally I don't think hes a Cheltenham horse.
Report buddeliea October 1, 2011 10:01 AM BST
Agree,think he is a flat track horse,certainly his best form is on them,and only race at chelt was not that good.
Would not back him in any race at the festival,but at that sort of price i guess its worth a go for some.
Report R Carver October 1, 2011 10:21 AM BST
Good horse, one of the best lookers in training (typical King Theatre) think he ran poorly in the Arkle becuase he was crying out for further. This was apparent over hurdles and in the earlier part of his novice chase career IMO.  I'd not be sure how he could reverse the King George form with Long Run in the Gold Cup, but he could run into a place. RyanAir looks more suitable perhaps. As for whether he handles the track? Not much evidence to go on, I really believe in the Arkle he was undone by the pace before the track became an issue. He flew up the hill. I think the Melling Chase would be tailor made for him.
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