Cheltenham Races & Results 1 Wednesday 12th March 2025 UK Horse Racing Speed Ratings & Tips

Cheltenham Races & Results Tomform Wednesday 12th March 2025

There were 14 Races on Wednesday 12th March 2025 across 6 meetings. There was 1 races at Huntingdon Huntingdon, 7 races at Cheltenham, 2 races at Huntingdon, 1 races at Wolverhampton Wolverhampton, 1 races at Newcastle Newcastle, 2 races at Wolverhampton, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner.

Races & Results Wednesday 12th March 2025

The data in the racecards below is for the past year. View the racecard key.

13:20 Cheltenham Novices Hurdle (Class 1) 21f - 11 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 (1) (6/4 +20%) Final Demand	1.5 6/4(+20%)	(1) Final Demand 6/4, Won sole outing in points and looks a hugely exciting novice hurdler having won both starts in impressive fashion, including Grade 1 at Leopardstown (22.2f, good to soft) last time. Top-class prospect who's open to oodles more improvement. Easily won Grade 1 novice at Leopardstown last month; superstar potential; leading claims.
11 (11) (5/2 +62%) The Yellow Clay	2.5 5/2(+62%)	(11) The Yellow Clay 5/2, Smart in bumpers and has already reached a similar level over hurdles, completing 4-timer in Grade 1 Lawlor's of Naas Novices' Hurdle (20f, heavy) in January. That performance is supported by the timefigure and he's open to even more improvement. Made it 4-4 over hurdles with Grade 1 win at Naas; clearly progressive; possible contender.
10 (10) (3/1 -60%) The New Lion	3 3/1(-60%)	(10) The New Lion 3/1, Bred to stay well but showed no shortage of speed when winning a Market Rasen bumper on debut in April and has gone from strength to strength over hurdles, maintaining his unbeaten record with a most striking success in Grade 1 Challow at Newbury on most recent outing. Top-class prospect Cruised to victory in Grade 1 Challow Hurdle; hugely exciting prospect; major player.
7 (7) (12/1 +14%) Potters Charm	12 12/1(+14%)	(7) Potters Charm 12/1, Won sole outing in bumpers and first 4 starts over hurdles, including Grade 1 Formby Novices' Hurdle at Aintree (17f, soft) in December. Possibly found fifth run in 4 months one too many when no match for reopposing Sixmilebridge on most recent outing and better judged on previous form. Tongue tied. Won Grade 1 novice at Aintree in December; may be better than he showed here last time.
8 (8) (16/1 +0%) Sixmilebridge	16 16/1(+0%)	(8) Sixmilebridge 16/1, £100,000 buy after finishing runner-up completed start in Irish points and looked above average in bumpers. Failed to justify favouritism on 2m Stratford hurdle debut but has won all 3 starts since, showing marked improvement in Grade 2 here (20.2f) last month. Likely to go on improving. Powered clear in Grade 2 novice here in January and could have a part to play.
3 (3) (28/1 0%) Kaid D'authie	28 28/1(0%)	(3) Kaid D'authie 28/1, Gained compensation for his Navan mishap (fell fifth) when winning a Punchestown maiden (19.8f) under a hands-and-heels ride in December. Still in need of the experience hiked in class when only fifth of 10 there last time and remains with potential up in trip. He's better than he showed in Leopardstown Grade 1, but suspicion he'll be up against it.
5 (5) (33/1 +0%) Kel Histoire	33 33/1(+0%)	(5) Kel Histoire 33/1, Successful on sole outing in bumpers for Alain Couetil and made a smooth transition to hurdling when running out an easy winner of a Cork maiden (16.2f) 13 months later. Shaped well in defeat in Grade 2 Moscow Flyer at Punchestown subsequently and open to further improvement. Rallied for second in 2m1f Grade 2 novice last time; could relish this step up in trip.
6 (6) (50/1 -100%) Kiss Will	50 50/1(-100%)	(6) Kiss Will 50/1, Runner-up sole outing in bumpers in France for Francois Nicolle and created a huge impression starting out for powerful connections when making all in 13-runner maiden at Fairyhouse (16.2f) 16 months on. This is a big step up but looks sure to go on to better things. Very impressive in Fairyhouse maiden in January; remains to be seen where limitations lie.
9 (9) (50/1 +0%) Supersundae	50 50/1(+0%)	(9) Supersundae 50/1, Completed a simple task back down from Grade 1 company at Ballinrobe in May and ran well when 8 lengths second of 8 to The Yellow Clay in Lawlor's of Naas Novices' Hurdle at Naas (20f, heavy) 8 months on. However, was pulled up in Grade 1 won by Final Demand on most recent outing. Hard to fancy. Held by The Yellow Clay on Naas form and pulled up behind Final Demand last time.
4 (4) (100/1 -203%) Kappa Jy Pyke	100 100/1(-203%)	(4) Kappa Jy Pyke 100/1, French bumper winner for D. Satalia who confirmed the promise of his hurdling/stable debut when winning 21-runner maiden at Punchestown (16.9f) in January, around a length up when left clear last. Has a lot more on his plate now, but open to further improvement. In a battle when left clear at final flight in Punchestown maiden; needs good step forward.
2 (2) (150/1 -50%) Forty Coats	150 150/1(-50%)	(2) Forty Coats 150/1, Successful in his sole bumper and fairly useful form when runner-up all 3 starts in maiden hurdles, including when going down narrowly in 4-runner event at Navan (20f) on most recent outing. Very hard to make a case for at this level, though. Runner-up in maiden races on all three hurdle starts; needs to find chunk of improvement.

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13:20 Cheltenham Novices Hurdle (Class 1) 21f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 1 race.

THE YELLOW CLAY, who was sixth in the Champion bumper here 12 months ago before finishing as the runner-up in the Punchestown equivalent last May, has flourished over hurdles and is an attractive proposition bidding to maintain his unbeaten status in this discipline. The son of Yeats travelled stylishly when recording a Grade 1 success at Naas in January and should be spot on for his Festival return. Final Demand and The New Lion have also yet to taste defeat and are serious players. The former could hardly have been more impressive when bridging the gap from winning a Limerick maiden to score readily in the top-tier at Leopardstown last month. He rates the pick of Willie Mullin's sextet as the trainer bids for a fourth consecutive winner of this race. The latter simply seems to be getting better with each run and is the most striking contender for the home-trained team, although Potters Charm and Sixmilebridge have live each-way chances.

A thrilling renewal of this Grade 1 featuring 6 for Mullins and a clash between the potentially top-class pair FINAL DEMAND and The New Lion. The latter was bought by JP McManus for an undisclosed sum after a most striking success in the Challow at Newbury, but it was a performance more about style than substance, whereas the former's wide-margin win at Leopardstown is very much supported by the timefigure, which sways the vote in his favour. The Yellow Clay is also worthy of plenty of respect.

British-trained contenders have won just one of the last 11 runnings but impressive Challow winner THE NEW LION can buck that trend.

14:00 Cheltenham Novices Chase (Class 1) 24f - 7 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 (1) (4/7 +48%) Ballyburn	0.571429 4/7(+48%)	(1) Ballyburn 4/7, Leading novice hurdler of 2023/24, the second of his 3 Grade 1 victories coming at the Festival 12 months ago. No match for Sir Gino on second chase try at Kempton but suited by return to further when winning Leopardstown Gr 1 (21.5f) 38 days ago. Step up to 3m can unlock further progress. Brilliant novice hurdle winner here last year; 2-3 in chases; should stay; the one to beat.
2 (2) (13/2 +0%) Better Days Ahead	6.5 13/2(+0%)	(2) Better Days Ahead 13/2, Last season's Martin Pipe winner who made it 2 wins from 3 chase starts when just holding on from stablemate Stellar Story in Grade 2 Ten Up Novices' Chase at Navan (23.8f) 31 days ago. This demands more but he's a likeable sort and respected. Won at this meeting in 2024; didn't have to improve to win Grade 2 last time; place claims.
3 (3) (8/1 -78%) Dancing City	8 8/1(-78%)	(3) Dancing City 8/1, Leading staying novice hurdler (3-time Grade 1 winner) last season. Picked up where he left off when landing Punchestown maiden chase (23.3f) in December and followed up in Naas Grade 3 with the minimum of fuss a month later. Well worth his place in this company. Won 3 Grade 1s over hurdles and stayed on strongly last time; would relish a thorough test.
4 (4) (11/1 +0%) Gorgeous Tom	11 11/1(+0%)	(4) Gorgeous Tom 11/1, Positive profile over hurdles and progressive over fences, his second success coming in a Cork Grade 3 (20f) in November. Noted finishing to very good effect when close-up fourth in the Drinmore at Fairyhouse (20f) in December and step up to 3m may see him in an even better light. Made hay in autumn; close 4th in Grade 1 when last seen; spring conditions in his favour.
6 (6) (14/1 +30%) Quai De Bourbon	14 14/1(+30%)	(6) Quai De Bourbon 14/1, Won all 3 starts as a novice hurdler either side of an excellent third behind Better Days Ahead in last season's Martin Pipe. Taken well to chasing, building on his reappearance effort when landing 14-runner Gowran maiden (20f) 7 weeks ago. Likely to progress further faced with this stiffer test. Third at this meeting in 2024; needs to step up significantly.
5 (5) (20/1 -25%) Lecky Watson	20 20/1(-25%)	(5) Lecky Watson 20/1, Placed at Grade 1 level over hurdles and made perfect start over fences this winter, taking rise in class in his stride when making it 2-2 in Punchestown Grade 3 (19.4f, heavy) 2 months ago. Steps back up in trip here and unlikely we've seen best of him yet in this sphere. Much improved over fences when winning 2m3f Grade 3 last time; needs to back that up.
7 (7) (22/1 -83%) Stellar Story	22 22/1(-83%)	(7) Stellar Story 22/1, Smart hurdler who landed last season's Albert Bartlett and similar form over fences, best effort yet when neck second behind Better Days Ahead in Grade 2 at Navan 31 days ago, just failing. Fact he's prone to mistakes is a concern but possibilities nevertheless. Closing on Better Days Ahead to the line last time; may want a stiffer test.

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14:00 Cheltenham Novices Chase (Class 1) 24f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 1 race.

With no English challengers going to post for this year's renewal, the Irish raider who makes the most appeal is BALLYBURN, who is one of four contenders for the Willie Mullins yard. The son of Flemensfirth romped home in the Gallagher at last year's Festival and has progressed with each of his three starts over fences this campaign. His best effort came last month when giving a five-length beating to Croke Park, who came into that Leopardstown contest seeking a hat-trick at the top level. The seven-year-old looks to have been perfectly primed for this assignment and he can give his trainer back-to-back successes in this race. His stablemate Dancing City is no slouch, as he secured three Grade 1 wins over the smaller obstacles last year and is unbeaten in two outings over fences. The son of Feel Like Dancing could have lots more to offer, so he has to be respected, along with Better Days Ahead.

Last season's leading novice hurdler, BALLYBURN has done little to alter the fact he's a top prospect in this sphere, impressing with his strength at the finish when successful in Grade 1 company at Leopardstown (21.5f) 38 days ago. It's feasible to think the step up to 3m can see him in an even better light and he makes plenty of appeal. Stellar Story, who landed last year's Albert Bartlett, appeals at longer odds provided he keeps the errors at bay. Dancing City is another to note.

This centres on the Willie Mullins pair of BALLYBURN and Dancing City, with the former having most angles covered.

14:40 Cheltenham Handicap Hurdle (Class 1) 21f - 26 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
17 (17) (3/1 +40%) Be Aware	3 3/1(+40%)	(17) Be Aware 3/1, Progressive hurdler who has been performing well in big-field handicaps, going down narrowly behind Burdett Road in the Greatwood here on return before shaping better than the distance beaten suggests in warm 2m Ascot event at Christmas (hampered last). Big run expected back up in trip. Back up markedly in trip; has potential for trainer with a fine record in these handicaps.
15 (15) (11/2 +45%) Comfort Zone	5.5 11/2(+45%)	(15) Comfort Zone 11/2, Won the Triumph Trial on his only other run here in January 2023 and having taken a big-field Flat handicap in the autumn he ran a screamer behind Al Gasparo in a valuable Leopardstown handicap hurdle at Christmas. Presumably saved for this since and looks a danger to all. Third in valuable, large-field handicap hurdles at Galway (2m6f) and Leopardstown (2m4f).
24 (24) (11/2 +66%) Beat The Bat	5.5 11/2(+66%)	(24) Beat The Bat 11/2, Bumper winner who quickly made up into a very useful hurdler last season, chasing home Dysart Enos in novice here, and has made a solid start in handicaps this term. Been crying out for this sort of test and he could surprise a few. Could be a leading player if he can iron out the repeated sticky jumping of latest start.
11 (11) (13/2 +19%) Impose Toi	6.5 13/2(+19%)	(11) Impose Toi 13/2, Went the right way in a brief spell last season, his 2 victories including one at this venue, and picked up where he left off returning from an 11-month absence when scoring at Newbury in November. Good record fresh and with cheekpieces on can go well for yard that won it in 2019 and 2020. 2m4f win on return; reliable, progressive and could easily have more to give; headgear now.
13 (13) (12/1 -140%) Bunting	12 12/1(-140%)	(13) Bunting 12/1, Useful sort who returned to something like his juvenile form back from 8 months off when second to Beckett Rock at Clonmel 8 weeks ago, rallying after losing lead when stumbling on landing 3 out (nearly unseated). Longer trip should suit and 1 of 3 darts for top yard. Has been backed in recent days. 5yo; with this new trip making appeal on this handicap debut, he's one to take seriously.
25 (25) (14/1 +58%) Jipcot	14 14/1(+58%)	(25) Jipcot 14/1, Back to very best following wind surgery when winning readily at Newbury over this trip before excellent efforts tackling 3m in good events at Windsor and Haydock. Drop back in distance will suit and he's not without interest. This step back in trip makes strong appeal and he could deliver a telling late challenge.
2 (2) (16/1 -33%) Ballyadam	16 16/1(-33%)	(2) Ballyadam 16/1, Good record at the Festival, second in this race last season, while he didn't need to be at his best to win for the first time over hurdles in more than 4 years on his comeback at Punchestown on New Year's Eve. Clearly put away for this and a big run is likely. Good record here, top weight when second from the rear in this last year; 4lb higher today.
6 (6) (16/1 -14%) Jimmy Du Seuil	16 16/1(-14%)	(6) Jimmy Du Seuil 16/1, Landed short odds in a Clonmel maiden hurdle last season before finishing 13 lengths second behind Ballyburn in the Baring Bingham here. Seen just twice after, finishing well held, but arrives fresh for handicap debut and this might have been the plan all along. One to note. 2nd to easy winner in the Grade 1 novice on this card (2m5f, soft) last March stands out.
4 (4) (20/1 -25%) Sandor Clegane	20 20/1(-25%)	(4) Sandor Clegane 20/1, Enjoyed a fine novice hurdle campaign in 2022/23, finishing third in the Albert Bartlett, and back on track over the smaller obstacles this term without totally convincing with his attitude. Makes handicap debut now and this scenario should suit. Wouldn't rule out. Career-best efforts came at last two Festivals; shorter trip for this first ever handicap.
9 (9) (25/1 -56%) Al Gasparo	25 25/1(-56%)	(9) Al Gasparo 25/1, Big improver in just his second season hurdling, making all and jumping well when landing listed Leopardstown handicap from a number of today's rivals in December. Won't be able to dominate in quite the same fashion here but he's hard to dismiss. Front-runner; shoved up the weights for good 2m4f win but a 6yo who still has potential.
7 (7) (25/1 -14%) Sa Fureur	25 25/1(-14%)	(7) Sa Fureur 25/1, Well handicapped on his very smart chase form (fourth in last season's Grand Annual and also took valuable Navan contest in December). Disappointing when well backed in Leopardstown handicap won by Al Gasparo back hurdling at Leopardstown at Christmas, though. Some notable big-field results, notably over fences; not handicapped so well in Britain.
5 (5) (25/1 +11%) Colonel Mustard	25 25/1(+11%)	(5) Colonel Mustard 25/1, Smart but on a long losing run. Does tend to go well in big fields though, one of his best efforts coming when third in the County here in 2022 off 140. Probably vulnerable to younger legs now but wouldn't rule out a good showing under excellent conditional. Sole hurdles win (18 races) in 2021; reliable but needs to improve for the new trip.
1 (1) (28/1 -40%) Maxxum	28 28/1(-40%)	(1) Maxxum 28/1, Right at home in big-field handicap hurdles and wasted no time getting back on track to record a first success in graded company at Navan over this trip last month. Good record under this young conditional and part of a strong hand for top yard. One to consider. Picks up a good prize fairly regularly but the handicapper seems to know all about him.
12 (12) (28/1 -12%) Beckett Rock	28 28/1(-12%)	(12) Beckett Rock 28/1, Won 2 of his first 3 starts over hurdles and firmly back on track upped in trip when second in big-field Fairyhouse handicap last month, finishing strongly. Having just his sixth run here and might be found wanting for experience. Only five races; excellent second of 16 from out the back at Fairyhouse (2m4f, soft).
16 (16) (28/1 +30%) Might I	28 28/1(+30%)	(16) Might I 28/1, Fourth in the Martin Pipe here 2 years ago and capitalised on a falling mark to score at Bangor in November. Not so good twice since but still on a favourable mark if he's on a going day in re-fitted cheekpieces. Creditable fourth of seven at Taunton on latest start but needs a return to 2023 levels.
18 (18) (28/1 +30%) Samui	28 28/1(+30%)	(18) Samui 28/1, Smart performer on the Flat who produced best effort to date over hurdles when landing 2m Thurles handicap in January. Easy to back and not so good at Musselburgh next time but can bounce back over this shorter trip. Very useful Flat stayer last year on good/good to firm, so needs a second look.
23 (23) (33/1 -50%) Vischio	33 33/1(-50%)	(23) Vischio 33/1, Big improver for new trainer in first-time hood/tongue tie when taking a valuable mares' handicap hurdle at the Dublin Racing Festival last month. Easy to back and not seen to best effect in the Morebattle at Kelso a fortnight ago and could be closer to form up in trip now. Interesting. Unable to get seriously involved at Kelso (2m) but can't comfortably be dismissed.
3 (3) (33/1 +0%) Eagle Fang	33 33/1(+0%)	(3) Eagle Fang 33/1, Smart winning hurdler who took a Punchestown novice under this rider in May and hasn't been disgraced since, fading in the Long Walk when last seen in December. Well held when gambled on in the Fred Winter last year but could fare better now. Rising in the weights after Graded-race defeats; further improved form is very much needed.
26 (26) (33/1 +59%) Ike Sport	33 33/1(+59%)	(26) Ike Sport 33/1, Developed into a useful hurdler last season, winning 3 times at around 2½m. Bit quiet this term, although his recent Doncaster effort was a step back in the right direction and return to this trip will be in his favour. Smooth win in 17-runner race at Sandown (2m4f, good) last April sparks major interest.
10 (10) (40/1 +0%) Staffordshire Knot	40 40/1(+0%)	(10) Staffordshire Knot 40/1, Maiden hurdle winner who was held in second by Brighterdaysahead in Grade 1 at Aintree last season and back on track in this sphere when fifth in 3m Leopardstown handicap at Christmas. Sour display at Huntingdon since though, jumping/travelling poorly, and blinkers go on now. Patchy form; tailed off in Huntingdon Pertemps qualifier; swaps cheekpieces for blinkers.
22 (22) (40/1 +20%) Minella Missile	40 40/1(+20%)	(22) Minella Missile 40/1, A promising novice hurdler (won Grade 2 over C&D at the November meeting in 2023) but had problems since, missing last term, while this season has been a write-off so far, quickly beaten at Chepstow recently. Needs a huge revival. Showing a good deal more than on last two outings would have been preferable.
14 (14) (66/1 -65%) King Alexander	66 66/1(-65%)	(14) King Alexander 66/1, Useful handicap hurdler who made a successful start for Willie Mullins in 3m Fairyhouse event in January. Struggled faced with a much more competitive scenario at Leopardstown next time though and this is hardly any easier. Others from yard are more appealing. 28-1 in mid-division last time; one to note for any stronger market interest in him today.
19 (19) (66/1 -65%) Anna Bunina	66 66/1(-65%)	(19) Anna Bunina 66/1, Making her fifth Festival appearance and has been a fine servant, but her consistency isn't what it was and she ran poorly in first-time cheekpieces (off now) at Chepstow 3 weeks ago. Cobden booked but stable quiet and would be a surprise winner. Still shows plenty on occasions, close second here (2m4f, good) three starts back.
20 (20) (66/1 -65%) Lossiemouth	66 66/1(-65%)	(20) Lossiemouth 66/1, Three-time hurdle winner for Tom Lacey at the end of 2021 before long absence, but has shown he retains most of his ability in 3m handicaps this season. This is a whole different ball game, however. While this drop back in trip looks the right move, other candidates are more persuasive.
8 (8) (80/1 -142%) Beacon Edge	80 80/1(-142%)	(8) Beacon Edge 80/1, A regular at this meeting, fourth in the 2021 Stayers' for Noel Meade, although he's finished well held in this the last 2 years. Couple of respectable runs over inadequate trips the last twice and should be closer to his best now. Landed a four-runner 3m Grade 2 in November but this 11yo winning today would surprise.
21 (21) (100/1 -52%) Captain Morgs	100 100/1(-52%)	(21) Captain Morgs 100/1, 3m handicap hurdle winner here in December 2022 but perennially more miss than hit now, a return to hurdling not rekindling him here when last seen in November. Has dropped in the weights and leading yard struck with a big-priced winner in this in 2019 but he's hard to fancy. Well treated on best form but the chances of his reproducing it seem to be receding.

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14:40 Cheltenham Handicap Hurdle (Class 1) 21f Race Class Flow

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Having landed the last two renewals of this contest, Dan Skelton's sole representative Be Aware must be taken seriously. The six-year-old finished a cracking second in the Greatwood here in November and he may not have been at his best when subsequently beaten at Ascot. The son of Martaline has untapped potential over this distance and an 81-day break will have freshened him up. However, Nicky Henderson has scooped this prize four times since 2010 and IMPOSE TOI may further enhance his fine record. The JP McManus-owned gelding arrives on the back of a career-best victory in a class 2 event at Newbury and a 7lb higher mark is unlikely to prevent another bold bid. First-time cheekpieces may eke out further improvement from the son of It's Gino and a seventh career victory may beckon. Comfort Zone posted an excellent third at Leopardstown over Christmas and he is the pick of the Irish contingent, followed closely by last year's runner-up Ballyadam and Jimmy Du Seuil.

BE AWARE has held his own in some hot handicaps, catching the eye at Ascot at Christmas. The return to this sort of trip will suit and he can give Dan Skelton, the best in Britain at readying one for the Festival these days, a third win in a row in the Coral Cup. An extensive shortlist also includes Comfort Zone and Impose Toi for JP McManus, last year's second Ballyadam, and Bunting. Harry Fry's Beat The Bat is another to note at bigger odds.

There are candidates such as Be Aware with much higher profiles, but JIPCOT (nap) and Ike Sport are capable of going very well.

15:20 Cheltenham Handicap Chase (Class 2) 29f - 16 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
1 (1) (5/2 +9%) Stumptown	2.5 5/2(+9%)	(1) Stumptown 5/2, Unseated rider on cross-country debut at Punchestown last spring but has won all 3 subsequent starts in this sphere, most recently proving a length too strong for Mister Coffey over C&D in December. Up 8 lb but he did it cosily and possesses strong credentials for this test. Cheekpieces on. Won quite cosily over C&D in December and is now 3-4 in cross-country chases; good chance.
2 (2) (4/1 +0%) Galvin	4 4/1(+0%)	(2) Galvin 4/1, Very smart chaser who boasts a good Cheltenham record, which includes a fine second in the 2023 renewal of this. Fourth in the Grand National on the second of his 2 starts of a light campaign last season and went close in a Grade 1 hurdle in the US on latest start in October. Major player. Second in this race in 2023 and now 1lb lower than when placed in 2024 Grand National.
11 (11) (11/2 +27%) Mister Coffey	5.5 11/2(+27%)	(11) Mister Coffey 11/2, Hard to believe that he's still without a win over fences given the number of solid performances he's delivered (runner-up 8 times and third on 3 occasions from 15 starts in this sphere). Beaten just a length by Stumptown over C&D last time and looks a key player now 5 lb better off with that rival. Kept on very well for second behind Stumptown over C&D in December; shortlisted.
14 (14) (6/1 +70%) The Goffer	6 6/1(+70%)	(14) The Goffer 6/1, Good fourth in the Ultima at this meeting in 2023 and wasn't disgraced when fifth of 21 in last season's renewal of the same race. Only mid-field in C&D contest won by Stumptown in December, though, and was again safely held on his second run on a cross-country course at Punchestown last month. On the downgrade now and never really looked dangerous here on cross-country debut.
12 (12) (7/1 +0%) Busselton	7 7/1(+0%)	(12) Busselton 7/1, Fairly useful chaser who performed with credit on his second run over these obstacles when sixth of 15 in C&D contest won by Stumptown in December. Ran about as well as could've been expected in the Boyne Hurdle at Navan last time and this looks like a more palatable assignment. Blinkers reapplied. Ended 2024 with two respectable sixths over C&D and the refitted blinkers can help today.
6 (6) (15/2 +6%) Vanillier	7.5 15/2(+6%)	(6) Vanillier 15/2, Below par first 3 starts of this season, including twice in races won by stablemate Stumptown, but the fitting of blinkers appeared to spark new life into this 10-y-o at Punchestown (24.9f, soft) where he landed a cross-country event in fine style. Will be a danger to all if able to build on that. Only ninth over C&D in December but a good winner in first-time blinkers last month.
9 (9) (11/1 +21%) Latenightpass	11 11/1(+21%)	(9) Latenightpass 11/1, 2022 Foxhunters winner at Aintree and clearly likes it round here, with his form figures over this C&D reading 213. Solid third to Stumptown and Mister Coffey on latest visit here in December and now meets the winner on 8 lb better terms. Strong each-way chance. C&D winner last season and placed over C&D in other two cross-country chases; big player.
10 (10) (16/1 +36%) Chemical Energy	16 16/1(+36%)	(10) Chemical Energy 16/1, Novice chase winner here in October 2022 and went on to run a fine race in defeat when second in the National Hunt Challenge Cup at this meeting later that season. However, he's been more miss than hit since and has a mountain to climb judged on efforts in cross-country events the last twice. Placed in Munster National in October but quickly back in the doldrums since.
4 (4) (22/1 +12%) Iwilldoit	22 22/1(+12%)	(4) Iwilldoit 22/1, Welsh National winner in 2021 and this veteran has finished in the money in the last 2 renewals of that valuable marathon. Did nothing wrong when runner-up in a Grade 3 Haydock handicap (25.6f, soft) last time and he appeals as the type who will take to this idiosyncratic course. Considered. Very useful handicapper who won't fail through lack of stamina on cross-country debut.
3 (3) (25/1 -25%) Coko Beach	25 25/1(-25%)	(3) Coko Beach 25/1, Produced much his best effort of this season so far when chasing home Vanillier at Punchestown (24.9f, soft) last month. However, he was beaten 18 lengths by the winner and it's unlikely that a 7 lb swing will be enough to see him reverse those placings here. Won on Punchestown banks course last February but seems to have regressed this season.
15 (15) (33/1 +0%) Escaria Ten	33 33/1(+0%)	(15) Escaria Ten 33/1, Very useful chaser in his pomp and returned to form for his current yard when fourth of 15 in C&D contest won by Stumptown in December. Proved that to be no flash in the pan when again fourth back over conventional fences at Sandown since but he looks vulnerable for win purposes, nevertheless. Belied 80-1 odds when fourth over C&D in December but is no longer the force of old.
8 (8) (40/1 -60%) Roi Mage	40 40/1(-60%)	(8) Roi Mage 40/1, Got the better of Sweet David (subsequent winner over this C&D) in a listed cross-country race at Craon in France in September. Wasn't at his best in a similar contest won by Iceo Madrik at Compiegne when last seen 4 months ago, though, and this 13-y-o looks vulnerable. Irish-trained teenager who won a French cross-country chase in September; e-w claims.
5 (5) (50/1 -25%) French Dynamite	50 50/1(-25%)	(5) French Dynamite 50/1, Smart chaser at his best and resumed winning ways in a Punchestown Grade 3 in October. Not so good next 3 appearances, though, and his shortcomings in the jumping department could be exposed now tackling these fences for the first time. Grade 3 chase winner in October but very inconsistent in recent years; cross-country debut.
7 (7) (50/1 +0%) Minella Crooner	50 50/1(+0%)	(7) Minella Crooner 50/1, Returned to form from out of the blue when narrowly winning the Pat Taaffe Chase at the Punchestown Festival last spring. Reproduction of that effort would put him in the picture but he's none too reliable and has offered little in 3 starts so far this season. Cheekpieces reapplied. Won Punchestown festival handicap last spring but out of form since returning from a break.
13 (13) (66/1 -65%) Gevrey	66 66/1(-65%)	(13) Gevrey 66/1, It's been a struggle since he last got his head in front at Limerick in October 2023 and he looks an easy swerve on recent exploits. Form nosedived after 2023 Munster National success; revival needed.
16 (16) (80/1 +0%) Chambard	80 80/1(+0%)	(16) Chambard 80/1, Won the Kim Muir at this meeting in 2022 but ended last season on a downer and hasn't shown much in a handful of appearances since returning to action in December. Cheekpieces back on. Badly out of form this season; this new test needs to rekindle his enthusiasm.

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15:20 Cheltenham Handicap Chase (Class 2) 29f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 2 race.

It is difficult to get away from STUMPTOWN. Gavin Cromwell's charge has to concede weight all round but boasts a really good record at Cheltenham (2-5 including two placed efforts) and he's 1-1 over C&D. He unseated his rider on his Cross Country debut at Punchestown last May but hasn't looked back since, with three straight wins in this sphere making him the one to beat. The eight-year-old won much more easily than the winning margin suggests when he got the better of Mister Coffey here in December and everything points to a big run. Gordon Elliott's horses are always taken seriously in this race and Galvin, a former Grade 1 scorer and Festival winner in 2021, looks the pick of his six runners. Vanillier is another Cromwell horse to watch out for as he beat the reopposing Coko Beach by some 18 lengths at Punchestown last month and also won the Albert Bartlett here in 2021. Busselton and Latenightpass may appeal to those looking for an each-way play in the race.

The return as a handicap following a 10-year hiatus and the Irish look set to continue their dominance, top-weight STUMPTOWN selected to extend his winning sequence to 4 having gone unbeaten in this discipline since unseating his rider on cross-country debut at Punchestown last spring. Gavin Cromwell's 8-y-o is unlikely to have it all his own way however, with former Grade 1 winner Galvin heading up the dangers, which also include Vanillier, Mister Coffey and Latenightpass.

Topweight STUMPTOWN was not fully extended when scoring under a confident ride here in December and is taken to overcame an 8lb rise.

16:00 Cheltenham Conditions Chase (Class 1) 16f - 8 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
4 (4) (5/6 +8%) Jonbon	0.833333 5/6(+8%)	(4) Jonbon 5/6, His only 3 defeats have come here but he's a modern great, a credit to connections and wonderfully consistent performer who is better than ever this season, slamming Energumene in the Clarence House last time. Looks a lot more relaxed these days and this is his for the taking. Has become a powerhouse in this division; better than ever judged on last two performances.
6 (6) (5/1 +0%) Marine Nationale	5 5/1(+0%)	(6) Marine Nationale 5/1, 2023 Supreme winner in an unbeaten novice hurdle campaign and has looked to be coming to the boil over fences this term, again chasing home Solness in the Dublin Chase, deserving credit as the only one to get in a blow against the runaway winner. Looks set for a big run. Won the Supreme here in 2023; produced a career-best effort last time; commands respect.
2 (2) (6/1 +20%) Energumene	6 6/1(+20%)	(2) Energumene 6/1, Top-class chaser who met with defeat for just the third time over fences when held by Jonbon in the Clarence House but he's twice taken centre stage in this race, easily scoring from Captain Guinness in 2023. Will do well to regain his crown but no surprise if his season peaks here. Dual winner of this contest; veteran now and he was beaten by Jonbon at Ascot last time.
3 (3) (11/1 +31%) Found A Fifty	11 11/1(+31%)	(3) Found A Fifty 11/1, High-class chaser who was second in last season's Arkle and won his next 3 starts, including the Grade 1 Maghull the following month from Master Chewy and Libberty Hunter. First blob on his scorecard at Leopardstown last time but had excuses (slight nasal discharge) and can bounce back. Rare blip last time; solid record otherwise over fences; runner-up in last year's Arkle.
8 (8) (12/1 -60%) Solness	12 12/1(-60%)	(8) Solness 12/1, Has improved out of nowhere to take Grade 1s at Leopardstown the last twice with front-running tactics the order of the day again, jumping well and seeing off a number of these in the Dublin Chase last month. Not out of this. Has shown major improvement with front-running Grade 1 wins at Leopardstown the last twice.
1 (1) (25/1 +0%) Captain Guinness	25 25/1(+0%)	(1) Captain Guinness 25/1, Second to Energumene in this in 2023 and enjoyed his finest hour when going one better 12 months ago. Long way below that form in 3 runs this season however and has his work cut out. No match for Energumene in this race in 2023 and looked a fortuitous winner last year.
5 (5) (33/1 +0%) Libberty Hunter	33 33/1(+0%)	(5) Libberty Hunter 33/1, Runner-up in last season's Grand Annual and has continued to improve over fences this term, winning 2m handicap on the other course on return before taking second late on in the Game Spirit. His jumping wasn't so fluent there and he'll need another big step forward to figure here. Progressive and has useful Cheltenham form; however, he's bottom of this pack on ratings.
7 (7) (40/1 -21%) Quilixios	40 40/1(-21%)	(7) Quilixios 40/1, 2021 Triumph winner who flopped in last year's Arkle but bounced back on return with fine front-running victory at Naas (from Marine Nationale) and put it up to Jonbon for a bit in the Tingle Creek next time. Needs to bounce back from a poor run behind Solness at Leopardstown but can do so. Still seeking a first Grade 1 win over fences; form dipped last time; others preferred.

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16:00 Cheltenham Conditions Chase (Class 1) 16f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 1 race.

This illustrious contest hasn't been too kind to favourites over the years, with the likes of Sprinter Sacre, Douvan and Shishkin all being defeated. There are doubts surrounding a few of these, though, and Nicky Henderson will be hopeful that JONBON can justify a short price. The classy son of Walk In The Park recorded yet another Grade 1 success when proving far too strong for the reopposing Energumene in the Clarence House at Ascot last time out. The nine-year-old may not get the respect he deserves at times but victory here would surely rubber stamp him as one the very best of this current crop. It would be dangerous to allow Solness, now a dual Grade 1 winner following his success in the Dublin Chase, an easy time of things in front and he's the main threat. Marine Nationale has been chasing his tail recently but the 2023 Supreme winner cannot be overlooked.

JONBON's only defeats have come at Cheltenham but it's hard to see what can beat him in this on recent displays and his big day at the Festival has come. He's looked better than ever this season and more relaxed to boot and can see off the 2022 and 2023 winner Energumene. 2023 Supreme hero Marine Nationale looks to be coming to the boil and can go well.

Jonbon isn't totally bombproof back at Cheltenham but he'd be a worthy winner. The most persuasive alternative is MARINE NATIONALE.

16:40 Cheltenham Handicap Chase (Class 1) 16f - 20 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
7 (7) (11/2 +8%) Unexpected Party	5.5 11/2(+8%)	(7) Unexpected Party 11/2, Sound jumper who enjoyed his finest hour when winning this race on heavy going 12 months ago (off 6 lb lower). This season's efforts suggest he's been building up to another tilt at this, so another bold bid looks on the cards (effective on better ground). Last year's winner and good chance he's been primed for this again; shortlisted.
20 (20) (6/1 +79%) Primoz	6 6/1(+79%)	(20) Primoz 6/1, Bookended his novice campaign over hurdles with victories at Ayr and perfect start in this sphere when scoring at Wetherby on return. Needed a match race to resume winning ways at Kelso last month but in fairness did it faultlessly. Will find this a totally different test, however. Has a 2-5 chase record but has never experienced a race of this nature.
3 (3) (13/2 +7%) My Mate Mozzie	6.5 13/2(+7%)	(3) My Mate Mozzie 13/2, Useful on the Flat and smart over hurdles but seems best in this sphere, hitting the crossbar yet again in a valuable handicap when second at Leopardstown last month, exaggerated waiting tactics almost paying off. Another big run expected (C&D winner as a novice). Good record in big handicaps under all codes; shaped well in chase at Leopardstown latest.
15 (15) (15/2 +6%) Jazzy Matty	7.5 15/2(+6%)	(15) Jazzy Matty 15/2, Won the Fred Winter at this meeting in 2023. Similar form over fences, winning twice early in the season. Just denied in a messy 4-runner C&D novice in October and shaped well back over hurdles next time. Interesting contender making handicap debut in this sphere with headgear re-fitted. Won Fred Winter here in 2023; dual chase winner but lacks big-field experience over fences.
1 (1) (8/1 +20%) Jpr One	8 8/1(+20%)	(1) Jpr One 8/1, Won a Grade 2 at Lingfield as a novice last season and made a winning return on the back of wind surgery in the Haldon Cup at Exeter. Ran well behind Jonbon in the Tingle Creek next time but not quite so good in Game Spirit at Newbury. Remains of interest back in a handicap. Haldon Gold Cup defeat of Djelo is strong form; fair runs in Graded races since; classy.
8 (8) (10/1 +55%) General Medrano	10 10/1(+55%)	(8) General Medrano 10/1, Resumed winning ways at Newbury in November and arrives on the back of an excellent second at Doncaster 7 weeks ago (might've won had he been held onto for longer). This race should be run to suit so not taken lightly. Has progressed again this term, shaping well when second at Doncaster latest.
10 (10) (12/1 -20%) So Scottish	12 12/1(-20%)	(10) So Scottish 12/1, Frustrating customer who's been expensive to follow, including at this meeting. Mixed record kept over hurdles this season and not seen in this sphere since falling 4 out (still going strongly) in December Gold Cup here last term. Will no doubt have his supporters once again. Not seen over fences since a fall here in December 2023; some good hurdle efforts since.
4 (4) (14/1 -17%) American Mike	14 14/1(-17%)	(4) American Mike 14/1, Second in the Champion Bumper 3 years ago and winner of a Grade 2 chase (3m) at Navan as a novice last season. Flopped in the Brown Advisory 12 months ago but back to form down in distance last 2 starts. Not sure this trip is his optimum but likely strong pace will at least suit. Smart chaser who has run with credit in competitive events at Fairyhouse last twice.
2 (2) (18/1 -13%) Dancing On My Own	18 18/1(-13%)	(2) Dancing On My Own 18/1, Has a good record in handicap chases in Britain, winning the Red Rum at Aintree 2 years ago and scoring over this C&D (off 1 lb lower) last term. Can go well fresh so must be respected after 3 decent runs early in the season. Has some good C&D form but suspicion this 11yo might be vulnerable to younger legs.
11 (11) (18/1 -112%) The King Of Prs	18 18/1(-112%)	(11) The King Of Prs 18/1, In the process of running poorly when falling in this race last season but has been in top form this term, producing a career best to win Grade 3 handicap at Fairyhouse under this rider 60 days ago. Likely to make a better fist of it this time around. Beaten when falling in this last year but has resumed his progress this season.
18 (18) (18/1 +10%) Conyers Hill	18 18/1(+10%)	(18) Conyers Hill 18/1, Useful hurdler. Low-key start over fences this season but came good when narrow winner of 9-runner novice at Down Royal in January. Opening mark in this sphere demands more but remains unexposed as a chaser. Won Down Royal novice chase latest but his jumping doesn't look sharp enough for this test.
12 (12) (20/1 +20%) Traprain Law	20 20/1(+20%)	(12) Traprain Law 20/1, Progressed into a useful chaser last term, winning twice and runner-up in a good-quality handicap at the Ayr Scottish Grand National meeting. Improvement has stalled this season but latest third at Musselburgh was creditable (seemed suited by more patient tactics). Could outrun his odds. Better signs latest and feasibly treated on last season's front-running 2m form.
19 (19) (22/1 -38%) Jasko Des Dames	22 22/1(-38%)	(19) Jasko Des Dames 22/1, Fairly useful over hurdles but has quickly developed into a better chaser, winning first 2 starts in the autumn. Latest effort probably best forgiven and remains with potential making handicap debut in this sphere. Excuses last time; solid record otherwise over fences; handicap chase debut; strong yard.
14 (14) (22/1 +33%) Western Zephyr	22 22/1(+33%)	(14) Western Zephyr 22/1, Failed to win over fences last season but made a winning return following a wind op in 5-runner handicap at Carlisle. More than backed that up when second in C&D Grade 2 but disappointed back in a handicap at Ascot since. Others appeal more. Started the season well but distant third at Ascot in December; freshened up since.
16 (16) (25/1 -79%) Midnight It Is	25 25/1(-79%)	(16) Midnight It Is 25/1, Looked better than ever returning from 11 months off when winning Navan handicap in December. Unlucky not to finish closer when excellent third behind The King of Prs in Grade 3 handicap at Fairyhouse and easy to forgive next run (reportedly coughing post-race). Respected. Won on reappearance; good third next time and had a possible excuse latest.
17 (17) (28/1 -27%) Third Time Lucki	28 28/1(-27%)	(17) Third Time Lucki 28/1, A smart chaser at his best for Dan Skelton and has good record here. Joined present connections for £190,000 but well below form all 3 starts this season after 19 months off. However, is potentially well handicapped if this has been the target (fourth in this 2 years ago off 15 lb higher). Fourth in this in 2023 but has struggled in three runs for new yard after long absence.
5 (5) (33/1 +18%) Nells Son	33 33/1(+18%)	(5) Nells Son 33/1, Better than ever at present and followed up his win in Carlisle graduation event with 2m1f handicap success (narrowly) at Kelso. Seemed undone by 5 lb rise at Doncaster since, however. so likely to find this too competitive. Better than ever this term but mark has gone up and General Medrano ahead of him latest.
9 (9) (33/1 +50%) Fringill Dike	33 33/1(+50%)	(9) Fringill Dike 33/1, Quickly made up into a better chaser than hurdler last season, successful on his first 3 starts over fences. Added to his tally with 2 more wins this term but something to prove now having not seen since a lethargic effort at Kelso in October. Added two more chase wins in first half of season; absent since October; others preferred.
6 (6) (50/1 -52%) Martator	50 50/1(-52%)	(6) Martator 50/1, Developed into a smart handicap chaser, bringing up the 5-timer with plenty to spare at Ascot (16.7f) in November. Has gradually gone off the boil since, however, and this a tough race to bounce back in. Made it five wins in row when landing two good pots at Ascot in November; struggled lately.
13 (13) (100/1 -52%) Gaelic Arc	100 100/1(-52%)	(13) Gaelic Arc 100/1, Sole success over fences came in listed handicap at Killarney (by 8 lengths from Dancing On My Own) in July. Mixed record since then and fall at Leopardstown last month not an ideal preparation for this (usually a sound jumper). In and out since Killarney win last July; others are much more obvious.

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16:40 Cheltenham Handicap Chase (Class 1) 16f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 1 race.

Last year's winner Unexpected Party bids for a repeat off 6lb higher. Dan Skelton's charge warmed up for this with a good effort at Windsor and can launch another serious challenge. The King Of Prs fell in last year's renewal, but won a Grade 3 handicap in good style at Fairyhouse in January and can feature with a clear round. JAZZY MATTY landed the Fred Winter here back in 2023 and was narrowly beaten, despite the unfavourable terms, over these fences in October. A subsequent prep over hurdles at Thurles will have him primed for action and Cian Collins' six-year-old is fancied to run a big race. My Mate Mozzie returned to action with respectable second at Leopardstown and could land a blow, while both So Scottish and American Mike merit consideration.

Plenty to consider in what is a typically intriguing renewal. UNEXPECTED PARTY was a decisive winner of this last season so still looks on a good mark off 6 lb higher. This has likely been his long-term target once again, shaping as if he retains all his ability in 4 runs this campaign. Gavin Cromwell holds a strong hand with 3 live chances, My Mate Mozzie looking the pick, while Jpr One's Tingle Creek form puts him right in the mix off top weight.

JPR One (second choice) and Unexpected Party are respected but MY MATE MOZZIE is taken to gain a deserved big handicap success.

17:20 Cheltenham NH Flat Race (Class 1) 16f - 17 Run Class & Speed Card

Form	Odds	Runs
15 (15) (4/1 +38%) Bambino Fever	4 4/1(+38%)	(15) Bambino Fever 4/1, Wide-margin winner of sole start between the flags and made it 2-2 under Rules when landing a Grade 2 mares' bumper at Leopardstown (good to soft). Winners of that race don't have a particularly good record when bidding to follow up in this contest but she's clearly very promising. Powered away from a solid yardstick in a Grade 2 for mares; females have won this.
10 (10) (9/2 +18%) Kalypso'chance	4.5 9/2(+18%)	(10) Kalypso'chance 9/2, Won sole start in British points and has looked an exciting prospect in winning bumpers at Punchestown and Navan. The latter race was a listed event, in which he put 4 previous winners to the sword in good style, so there's substance to the form. Looks the pick of the Gordon Elliott pair. British point winner; unextended in his two Irish bumpers and clearly very talented.
1 (1) (9/2 -64%) Copacabana	4.5 9/2(-64%)	(1) Copacabana 9/2, Looked potentially very smart when making a winning start to his career in Navan bumper. Top Irish yard has a tremendous record in this and he's a big player. One of his strong stable's main contenders after impressing at Navan a month ago.
5 (5) (6/1 -50%) Gameofinches	6 6/1(-50%)	(5) Gameofinches 6/1, Easy winner of second run between the flags and has been to the fore in the ante-post market for this since his stylish Rules debut success in a Punchestown (soft) bumper last month. This strapping 6-y-o looked like something out of the ordinary that day and the sky could be the limit. Well regarded by his top yard and couldn't have been more impressive at Punchestown.
14 (14) (11/1 +8%) Aqua Force	11 11/1(+8%)	(14) Aqua Force 11/1, There probably wasn't much depth to the Gowran bumper she won on debut for Miguel Gunn but she could hardly have been more impressive, running out the 28-length winner of that 14-runner affair. Subsequently bought by JP McManus and now in the care of Willie Mullins. Fascinating contender. Bolted up at Gowran last month; since purchased by JP McManus and moved to Willie Mullins.
11 (11) (12/1 +25%) No Drama This End	12 12/1(+25%)	(11) No Drama This End 12/1, Bolted up in a point last February and perfect start to career under Rules when taking a 12-runner Warwick bumper (soft) on New Year's Eve. That form is clearly nothing special but he couldn't be in better hands and improvement is almost certainly on the cards. Easy winner of a British point and Warwick bumper; trainer has threatened to win this.
8 (8) (18/1 +10%) Idaho Sun	18 18/1(+10%)	(8) Idaho Sun 18/1, Made winning start in 10-runner bumper at Newton Abbot and progressed when following up at Windsor (good to soft) in January. Clearly a good prospect but it's likely that a jolt of improvement will be needed if he's to withstand the challenge of some potentially smart Irish raiders. Has won twice in the mud, really impressing at Windsor last time; he's promising.
4 (4) (20/1 +0%) Fortune De Mer	20 20/1(+0%)	(4) Fortune De Mer 20/1, Runner-up completed start in points and filled the same spot starting out under Rules over C&D in October. Went one better back here the following month and excuses when turned over at odds on at Huntingdon last time, pulling hard in a steadily-run race. Still, others make more appeal. Course Listed winner; forget last time as he pulled too hard off tepid fractions.
3 (3) (28/1 +0%) El Cairos	28 28/1(+0%)	(3) El Cairos 28/1, Irish point winner who landed 6-runner bumper at Newbury (good to soft) on Rules debut in November. Lots to like about the way he quickened clear of his rivals that day and improvement should be forthcoming, but he has much more on his plate this time. Won easily at Newbury but in a modest race and has a lot to find on all the figures.
9 (9) (33/1 +0%) I Started A Joke	33 33/1(+0%)	(9) I Started A Joke 33/1, Just fourth in a point last spring but made a winning Rules debut at Limerick during the Christmas period. Unsuited by the way the race developed when behind some of these in a Grade 2 race at Leopardstown last time and likely greater emphasis on stamina here will aid his cause. Seems well regarded but very opposable on what he's achieved to date.
6 (6) (33/1 +18%) Heads Up	33 33/1(+18%)	(6) Heads Up 33/1, Made it third time lucky in fine style at Punchestown (soft) in November, making all and coming home in splendid isolation. By no means disgraced when chasing home Kalypso'chance in a listed bumper at Navan since but it's hard to envisage him turning the tables on that rival here. Held by Kalypso'chance on their Navan clash and there are others for him to worry about.
13 (13) (33/1 +18%) Sortudo	33 33/1(+18%)	(13) Sortudo 33/1, Easy winner of a Tramore bumper on Rules debut in November and failed to settle when second in messy race at Leopardstown over Christmas. Bettered that when again finding just one too good in a Grade 2 back at that Dublin venue last time but he doesn't appear to be the stable No 1 here. Has a solid profile but it's likely that he lacks the same star potential of some in here.
7 (7) (40/1 -21%) He Can't Dance	40 40/1(-21%)	(7) He Can't Dance 40/1, £300,000 Jukebox Jury gelding from good family and, having won his sole start between the flags, this 5-y-o made a successful Rules debut in a Navan bumper. Subsequent second in a Leopardstown Grade 2 was no backward step but he doesn't appear to be the stable first string on this occasion. Nice prospect but might just lack the finishing kick to win one of these.
2 (2) (66/1 -32%) Dalston Lad	66 66/1(-32%)	(2) Dalston Lad 66/1, Won sole start in Irish points and 2-2 under Rules, making all in bumpers at Ayr and Aintree. It's likely that there are more races to be won with this son of Ocovango but this represents a big step up in class. Aintree form has taken some knocks and Harry Skelton prefers Fortune De Mer.
12 (12) (66/1 -32%) Shuttle Diplomacy	66 66/1(-32%)	(12) Shuttle Diplomacy 66/1, Successful first 2 starts last season, impressive winner of a Limerick listed event on the second occasion. However, he came up short in Grade 1 company when last seen at the Punchestown Festival 10 months ago and a similar fate likely awaits here. Listed winner last season before held in a Grade 1; has a long absence to overcome.
17 (17) (150/1 -50%) Caballero Cliff	150 150/1(-50%)	(17) Caballero Cliff 150/1, Related to three winners and showed something when runner-up at Huntingdon on debut in November. Wasn't seen to best effect when fourth in a listed bumper here subsequently and should have races in him but this will likely prove to be a bridge too far at this stage of his career. Fourth in a Listed event but has masses to find and maidens don't win this race.
18 (18) (200/1 -203%) Lancelot Allen	200 200/1(-203%)	(18) Lancelot Allen 200/1, Half-brother to 3 winners, including smart chaser Enjoy d'Allen and French chaser Hermine Allen. Narrow winner of a small-field bumper at Bangor (heavy) in December and should have a future but almost certainly biting off more than he can chew here. Off since a Bangor win in December; only one 4yo (Cue Card) has won this race since 1995.

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17:20 Cheltenham NH Flat Race (Class 1) 16f Race Class Flow

The chart reads from right to left to today's class 1 race.

Willie Mullins has dominated the Champion Bumper for the best part of three decades, winning it 13 times including last year with Jasmin De Vaux. A quite memorable success too, given he was ridden by his son Patrick Mullins to notch up a century of Festival wins for the Closutton maestro. He is well represented again, saddling five, and Copacabana looked the real deal when bolting up on debut at Navan. He will no doubt prove popular, but his stablemate GAMEOFINCHES just edges it on the basis that he was equally as impressive on his Rules bow at Punchestown last month and has a bit more experience from his time in the pointing sphere. Bambino Fever looks the pick of his two mares having created a striking impression at the Dublin Racing Festival, while Listed Navan winner Kalypso'chance boasts a similar profile to her and is another to bear in mind.

Willie Mullins may dominate this yet again. GAMEOFINCHES looked a really exciting prospect at Punchestown last month and gets a tentative vote over stablemates Copacabana, who created a strong impression when scoring on his debut in recent weeks, and Bambino Fever, who brings winning Graded form from the Dublin Racing Festival. Gordon Elliott has broken the Mullins stranglehold on this a couple of times in the last decade and his Navan listed winner Kalypso'chance looks best of the remainder.

Willie Mullins again brings strength in numbers but one who could repel his battalion is KALYPSO'CHANCE who has looked exciting.

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