12:20 Cheltenham Maiden Hurdle (Class 2) 20f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

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12:20 Cheltenham Maiden Hurdle (Class 2) 20f Race Class Flow

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Innatendue might have been slightly unfortunate not to open her account over timber last time. The Irish raider finished a narrow second over 2m here in November, but Sean Bowen lost an iron late on and that could have made the difference. She holds every chance but preference is for PEAKY BOY, who hasn't been seen since winning a bumper at Newcastle for Michael Scudamore in November 2022. Now in the care of Nicky Henderson, he can make an immediate impact now sent over hurdles. Champagne Twist is also noted.

PEAKY BOY looked a good jumps prospect in bumpers last autumn and may have been found a good opening for his first go over hurdles for his new yard, with the stiffer test sure to suit. Innatendue, who went close over 2m here in November, will be the danger if staying this longer trip. Magical King is also in with a shout.

Irish point and Newcastle bumper winner PEAKY BOY may well score again on this first attempt both over hurdles and for Nicky Henderson.

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12:55 Cheltenham Handicap Chase (Class 3) 16f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

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12:55 Cheltenham Handicap Chase (Class 3) 16f Race Class Flow

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MATATA put in an excellent round of jumping when making all to win on his chasing bow at Ffos Las in October, and natural improvement could make Nigel Twiston-Davies' six-year-old a tough nut to crack. Libberty Hunter came down three out at Chepstow on his first start over the larger obstacles, but he made no mistake when scoring at Wincanton next time and he merits respect along with Petit Tonnerre, who was far from disgraced in the Henry VIII at Sandown.

MATATA looked one to keep firmly on side when running out a most impressive winner on return/chase debut at Ffos Las in October, jumping boldly and ultimately winning eased up. He can defy a 9 lb hike in the weights and come out on top again. Libberty Hunter and Petit Tonnerre head up the dangers, in that order.

A warm little race. LIBBERTY HUNTER was very impressive at Wincanton last time and is taken to defy a 10lb rise and follow up.

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13:30 Cheltenham Handicap Chase (Class 2) 25f - 5 Run Class & Speed Card

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13:30 Cheltenham Handicap Chase (Class 2) 25f Race Class Flow

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Preference is for INCH HOUSE, who arrives having notched up a brace of Newbury successes, and he can continue his progression, despite a further 7lb rise in the handicap. Cloudy Glen finished a respectable fifth when attempting to repeat his 2021 triumph in the Coral Gold Cup at the same venue last month, a race which saw Stumptown fail to complete (pulled up), and both need taking seriously. Angels Breath should not be underestimated either.

A good opportunity for the highly progressive INCH HOUSE to complete the hat-trick up against 3 veterans and an out-of-form Stumptown. Angels Breath can follow the selection home back down in class.

Jonjo O'Neill has an excellent prospect on his hands in INCH HOUSE, who scored in such promising style at Newbury on his last two runs.

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14:05 Cheltenham Handicap Chase (Class 1) 21f - 6 Run Class & Speed Card

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14:05 Cheltenham Handicap Chase (Class 1) 21f Race Class Flow

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It is difficult to look past the progressive STAGE STAR, who would have won the Paddy Power Gold Cup here by further but for a blunder at the last. Expected to be sharper in the jumping department, the classy eight-year-old can see off some seasoned handicappers en route to a likely tilt at the Ryanair at the Festival. Richmond Lake continues to go from strength to strength and arrives on a five-timer, while Shakem Up'arry shaped well for a long way over over further in the Coral Gold Cup at Newbury.

STAGE STAR has to concede lumps of weight all round but advertised his Ryanair claims when a decisive winner of the Paddy Power Gold Cup here on his return and can now defy an official mark of 166. Richmond Lake also arrives on an upward curve and is feared most in his bid to complete a remarkable five-timer, although a solid case can also be made for in-form duo Frero Banbou and Shakem Up' Arry.

Paddy Power Gold Cup winner Stage Star is respected but preference is for SHAKEM UP'ARRY now back down in distance.

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14:40 Cheltenham Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) 24f - 10 Run Class & Speed Card

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14:40 Cheltenham Handicap Hurdle (Class 2) 24f Race Class Flow

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A major improver on the step up to three miles at Newbury, ED KEEPER remains unexposed and should have plenty more to come off a 9lb higher mark. Sam Thomas' charge may have enough improvement in the tank to see off C&D winner Butch and Springwell Bay, who is entitled to progress for the rise in distance, having scored well here in November over 2m5f. Come On Teddy showed a hint of promise on his return from an absence and is expected to step forward.

The shortlist comprises three up-and-coming types, namely ED KEEPER, Butch and Springwell Bay, in order of preference. It was hard not to be impressed by the way Ed Keeper went about his business upped to 3m at Newbury and this unexposed 6-y-o looks more than capable of defying a 9 lb rise in the weights. Butch and Springwell Bay, both successful here last time out, shouldn't be far away, though, and Come On Teddy showed enough on his comeback spin to suggest that he retains plenty of ability.

Proven stamina is preferred on very testing ground and ED KEEPER (nap) asserted in grand style over 3m at Newbury.

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15:15 Cheltenham Conditions Hurdle (Class 1) 20f - 4 Run Class & Speed Card

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15:15 Cheltenham Conditions Hurdle (Class 1) 20f Race Class Flow

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Bob Olinger has to be respected following his victory in the Lismullen Hurdle at Navan, but he has not been the most consistent in recent years and that is a concern. As a result, marginal preference is for MARIE'S ROCK, who won this race 12 months ago and she should be more at home over this distance following a couple of attempts at 3m. Brewin'upastorm and Strong Leader are capable of going well, although the aforementioned pair make more appeal.

If MARIE'S ROCK bounces back to the form she showed when winning this 12 months ago she might have a bit too much for dual Festival winner Bob Olinger.

There can be optimism that MARIE'S ROCK will leave her reappearance performance behind and win this race for the second year running.

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15:50 Cheltenham NH Flat Race (Class 1) 14f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

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15:50 Cheltenham NH Flat Race (Class 1) 14f Race Class Flow

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KEL DU LARGE created a big impression when making a winning debut at Exeter in October and the son of No Risk At All arguably sets the standard on the back of that performance. Carved In Stone may prove to be the main threat to the selection after his success at Doncaster a month ago, while Dirty Den and Sorceleur are just two others to note in what should turn out to be a well-contested bumper.

LA MARQUISE won well at Stratford and might prove the answer in receipt of weight from her male rivals. Fellow winners Dirty Den, Kel du Large and Carved In Stone head the dangers, while Authentic Legacy is a newcomer to keep a close eye on in the betting.

A few of these have chances but the French-bred filly LA MARQUISE looked a smart prospect at Stratford and that form has been franked.

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