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The Cheltenham Festival concludes on Friday after what has been an exciting week of racing nevertheless it’s now time for the Gold Cup.
It was all about Rachael Blackmore 12 months in the past on A Plus Tard and the Irishwoman has given an replace on the horse forward of its bid to defend the title.
There’s time for another packed race card together with seven thrilling races to showcase the best within the sport within the Cotswolds, together with the highly-anticipated Gold Cup.
The Irish trainers proceed to shine and can hope to triumph as soon as once more after touchdown the Prestbury Cup 12 months in the past with a mighty 18 wins in comparison with simply 10 for British-trained horses.
Follow all of our final-day protection from the 2023 Cheltenham Festival beneath:
2.10 – County Hurdle
The horses make their means out onto the course. Pembroke has been backed right into a favourites tag forward of Filey Bay and Hunters Yarn.
Will that translate to a win for Dan and Harry Skelton?
Michael Jones17 March 2023 14:09
Tips from the specialists
Ruby Walsh is backing Ballyadam within the 2.10 County Hurdle saying: “If I was going for a tip, I’d be with Ballyadam. I thought he ran well behind Gaelic Warrior and at 25/1, he’s probably overpriced.”
Ballyadam is a Henry De Bromhead educated horse and will probably be ridden by Rachael Blackmore. Not a nasty shout in any respect actually.
Michael Jones17 March 2023 14:04
2.10 – County Hurdle newest odds
Michael Jones17 March 2023 14:00
Lossiemouth wins the Triumph Hurdle
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Michael Jones17 March 2023 13:57
Paul Townend previews County Hurdle
Triumph Hurdle winner, Paul Townend, believed he was in with an opportunity earlier than the race however admits that he’s using an bettering horse within the 2.10 County Hurdle
About Hunters Yarn he mentioned: “He’s a nice type and an improving sort. He is a winner of three bumpers.
“A novice in the handicap is never ideal but he’s had his few runs to qualify for his. We have plenty of weight. State Man won the race last year as a novice off a few pounds lower in the handicap so we will see how much we are improving on what rate we are.
“It’s ultra-competitive though and there is a lot of horses you would make a case for in here.”
Michael Jones17 March 2023 13:53
Lossiemouth wins the Triumph Hurdle for Willie Mullins
Rather predictably Lossiemouth is one other successful racehorse educated by Ireland’s Willie Mullins. The 66-year-old is correct on the high of his recreation simply now.
Michael Jones17 March 2023 13:50
Reaction from Lossiemouth’s jockey Paul Townend
“I wasn’t going to fight her too much, she wanted to get on with it. I didn’t question her stamina, I just wanted to keep it an even gallop.
“She is very good. She is very professional even though she hasn’t got a whole lot of racing done.”
Michael Jones17 March 2023 13:47
Paul Townend steers Lossiemouth to victory
Lossiemouth is the fifth filly to win the Triumph Hurdle. It’s one other win at Cheltenham this week for jockey Paul Townend who’s having fun with himself on the market.
Michael Jones17 March 2023 13:44
Lossiemouth wins the Triumph Hurdle
Here’s the total outcome for the Triumph Hurdle:
Michael Jones17 March 2023 13:41
LOSSIEMOUTH WINS THE TRIUMPH HURDLE!
Lossiemouth takes the ultimate hurdle in first place and Paul Townend kicks him into motion. Gala Marceau and Zenta chase after her however neither could make up floor.
Lossiemouth wins it by a great couple of lengths.
Michael Jones17 March 2023 13:39
