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McManus Boosts Cheltenham Squad Ahead of Festival JP McManus, renowned for his success at the Cheltenham Festival, has bolstered his roster with notable additions just days before the event. Notable Acquisitions – **Meetingofthewaters and Its On The Line**: McManus has added these ante-post favorites to his impressive squad. – **Iberico Lord Supplement**: In response to […]
Declarations for Supreme, Champion Hurdle, Arkle & Mares Hurdle on Tuesday. Iberico Lord Joins Unibet Champion Hurdle Field Iberico Lord, the JP McManus-owned sensation, has been added to the lineup for the Unibet Champion Hurdle, enhancing the excitement surrounding the prestigious race. Here’s why this addition is causing a stir: Supplemented Talent Following the withdrawal […]
“Queen Of Zafeen” Targets Classic Glory in Listed BetMGM Spring Cup “The upcoming Listed BetMGM Spring Cup at Lingfield Park on Thursday, March 7, promises an exciting showdown,” says trainer Richard Hughes, as his unbeaten filly, Queen Of Zafeen, aims to continue her winning streak. “She is just so straightforward,” he adds, reflecting on her […]
At The Cheltenham Festival, the pursuit of excellence in training has been an ongoing legacy, with trainers vying for the coveted Leading Trainer Awards. Over the past two decades, a select group of trainers have dominated the scene, each leaving an indelible mark on the sport. Let’s take a closer look at the top 20 […]
Aidan O’Brien’s entries for the QIPCO 2000 Guineas Stakes: 1. City of Troy (USA) 2. Diego Velazquez (IRE) 3. Henry Adams (IRE) 4. Henry Longfellow (IRE) 5. Johannes Brahms 6. River Tiber (IRE) 7. The Liffey (IRE) 8. Unquestionable (FR) Betting City Of Troy EVS Henry Longfellow 9/2 Rosallion 8/1 Ghostwriter 12/1 Ancient Wisdom 14/1 […]
FIELD SIZE The highest number of runners in a post-war field size was 37 (1948) and the smallest six (2022). There is now a limit of 18 runners. MOST SUCCESSFUL OWNER J P McManus is the most successful owner with six wins – Bit Of A Skite (1983), Front Line (1995), Rith Dubh (2002), Butler’s […]
Here’s the list of Cheltenham Gold Cup winners with the horse, trainer, and price: 1924: Red Splash, Fred Withington, 5/1 1925: Ballinode, Frank Morgan (IRE), 3/1 1926: Koko, Alfred Bickley, 10/1 1927: Thrown In, Owen Anthony, 10/1 1928: Patron Saint, Stanley Harrison, 7/2 1929: Easter Hero, Jack Anthony, 7/4F 1930: Easter Hero, Jack Anthony, 8/11F […]
O’Brien’s Dynamic Duo: Henry Adams and Navy Seal Set to Shine in the Patton Stakes Get ready for a thrilling showdown at Dundalk this Friday as Aidan O’Brien’s formidable duo, Henry Adams and Navy Seal, gear up to conquer the Patton Stakes. Scheduled to commence at 7:15 pm, this electrifying race promises an evening of […]
Cheltenham Festival: Clerk Forecasts Soft Ground Amidst Optimism for Prestigious Event Officials at Cheltenham anticipate the Festival to commence with ground conditions close to soft, as the start of the event draws near. Despite a wet winter across much of the country, a recent dry weekend has provided optimism for Jon Pullin, the clerk of […]
Here is the list of entries for the Betfred Derby by Aidan O’Brien: 1. Capulet (USA) 3 Mrs John Magnier, Mr M. Tabor & Mr D. Smith 2. City of Troy (USA) 3 Mrs John Magnier, Mr M. Tabor & Mr D. Smith 3. Diego Velazquez (IRE) 3 Smith, Magnier, Tabor, Westerberg, Brant 4. Euphoric […]
