JCB TRIUMPH HURDLE
FIL DOR*
First to stake his claim in this division, rattling off a hat-trick between October and Christmas.
Trainer has a notable record in the race
Ground versatile
But has 3 lengths to make up on likely Fav.
PIED PIPER*
Finished half a length up on Vauban on first start for both
Subsequent impressive Cheltenham winner, though form of the latter didn’t work out.
Not seen since
VAUBAN***
Has done nothing but improve from run to run.
Has 3 lengths in hand on Fil Dor
Current Rich Ricci star horse
COUNTY HURDLE
SURPRISE PACKAGE*
Well in considering the ease of his Imperial Cup win last Saturday
Owner/trainer combination in fine form
COLONEL MUSTARD *
Rare runner for trainer at this meeting
Form behind Jonbon and Sir Gerhard stacks up with the best,
Jockey/Trainer combination have fine strike rate
WEST CORK ***
Trainer has ‘plotted’ winners of this race twice
Impressive winner of the Greatwood here in December
ALBERT BARTLETT Nov. Hurdle
MINELLA COCOONER *
Paul Townend’s pick
Owner has won this race previously
Drying ground would help
RAMILLIES *
Seems to come at this time of year
Won well latest despite sketchy jumping.
Overpriced
Bryan Cooper appears to have second call on the Mullins horses.
STAG HORN *
Recognised a flat trainer, Archie Watson does well with a limited number of jumpers.
This fella could be suited by going out in trip
No ground concerns
GINTO ***
Quite possibly the owners best horse, which is saying something.
Swerved the Ballymore on Wednesday in favour of this stiffer test.
Twice a Graded winner already.
CHELTENHAM GOLD CUP
GALVIN*
Good Cheltenham form
Career best when beating A Plus Tard latest.
Drying ground a positive
Ronnie Bartlett owned, great record at the track
MINELLA INDO*
Undoubtedly the forgotten horse in the race.
Definitely comes alive at this venue
ROYALE PAGAILLIE*
Has it all to do with A Plus Tard on Haydock form, but different going could make a difference.
Jockey and Trainer on fire this week.
TORNADO FLYER (EW) ***
Often comes in under the radar, though gained his due reward in the King George.
Soft ground or worse no issue.
Danny Mullins – Man for the big day.
FOXHUNTERS CHASE
BILLAWAY *
Pick of the Irish, though may need to get his own way in front.
WINGED LEADER *
Prolific winner between the Flags, who holds Billaway on form.
COUSIN PASCHAL (EW) ***
Winner of the Aintree Foxhunters last term, has form with both Billaway and Bob And Co.
Ridden by top English amateur.
PADDY POWER MARES CHASE
CONCERTISTA ***
Has impressive course record and is more likely to appreciate the famous hill than stablemate Elimay.
MARTIN PIPE CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS HURDLE
HOLLOW GAMES ***
FIVE O’CLOCK *
BANBRIDGE *
ADAMANTLY CHOSEN
* Considered
*** Selection