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Nicholls: Close call for Gold

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 14:56:52 +0000

Paul Nicholls believes there will be little to choose between old rivals Kauto Star and Long Run as the pair prepare to lock horns for a fifth time in next month's Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup.

Newbury ‘hopeful’ for Super Saturday

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 14:58:33 +0000

Newbury clerk of the course Richard Osgood remains "pretty hopeful" this weekend's Betfair Super Saturday fixture will beat the elements.

Conan heading for Leopardstown

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 15:13:29 +0000

Musselburgh help out as more cards fall

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 10:05:02 +0000

Musselburgh has stepped in to help during the cold snap by staging last weekend's abandoned meeting this Saturday, as the inclement weather laid claim to more cards today with Huntingdon and Taunton forced to abandon.

Run must go Long way to convince

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 10:05:01 +0000

HURRICANE FLY, Big Buck's and Sizing Europe have all laid down the gauntlet for up-and-coming rivals, and all three are short prices to retain their respective crowns from the Cheltenham Festival.

Cold snap continues to cause havoc

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 10:05:01 +0000

FREEZING temperatures are continuing to cause problems for National Hunt racing in England ahead of one of the most crucial weekends of the season so far.

Discoverer to find his winning way

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:15:11 +0000

DISCOVERER might not be the best of John Gosden's inmates but he should be up to the task as he heads to Kempton.

Sizing does a 'savage' job on Zeb

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 10:05:02 +0000

EVERY year Irish punters go to Cheltenham with their Irish banker and although it seems there are a number of options this year, after yesterday's comprehensive success many will be putting most of their eggs in the Sizing Europe basket.

Voler's better than Zaid' defeat - Murphy

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 10:05:02 +0000

COLM Murphy feels Voler La Vedette is better than she showed in defeat behind Zaidpour at Gowran last time out.

Rotten day for Walsh

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:05:01 +0000

A MISERABLE day for Ruby Walsh was made even worse after the odds-on defeat of The Midnight Club in the Clonmel Festival Week Chase, won by Leanne.

Win tickets to Herald Cheltenham Preview

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:05:01 +0000

THE Evening Herald and Boylesports are teaming up to stage a memorable Cheltenham Preview Night in Kavanaghs Bar, Naas on March 5 in aid of the Cheltenham Festival Charity Race for Cancer Research.

Monks to go straight to Festival

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:05:01 +0000

NOEL Meade is set to skip the Deloitte Novice Hurdle on February 12 with his exciting prospect Monksland and instead aim straight for the Cheltenham Festival.

Europe war to go ahead

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:05:01 +0000

THIS article was penned just minutes from Punchestown Racecourse this morning and the bitter-cold chill in the air was proof, if any was needed, that the extra man power and hardship required to lay the frost covers on Tuesday was well worth it.

Capone can make an offer you won’t refuse

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 15:21:56 +0000

CAPONE can step up on a creditable effort at Lingfield last time with victory in the Follow Us On Twitter At bluesq Conditions Stakes at Wolverhampton.

Ruby’s ban appeal is dismissed

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 15:19:49 +0000

RUBY WALSH has had his appeal against a three-day careless riding ban dismissed following a hearing at the BHA today.

Mullins in race for record

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 15:15:42 +0000

WILLIE MULLINS has dominated headlines for the last three months and today was no different as he has already reached the 100 mark for this season.

Rae’s flying filly ’Lilly set to bloom at Southwell

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 14:53:29 +0000

KICKINGTHELILLY is firmly in the |ascendancy and has what it takes to enliven a moderate Southwell card.

Arkle puts a smile on Martin’s face

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 14:51:50 +0000

TONY MARTIN can look back at Sunday's Arkle Novice Chase at Leopardstown with a smile on his face for more than one reason.

Binocular has seven in sights

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 14:50:17 +0000

BINOCULAR will face a maximum of seven rivals in the Betfred "Double Delight" Contenders Hurdle at Sandown on Saturday.

Rubi to see Red in repeat of Festival build-up

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 14:49:05 +0000

TRAINER Robbie Hennessy will follow a tried-and-tested route by running Rubi Light at Gowran before heading to the Cheltenham Festival.

Nicholls out to Rock Fly dream

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 14:48:23 +0000

PAUL NICHOLLS is under no illusions about the prospect of his big guns taking on Hurricane Fly in the Stan James Champion Hurdle after the Irish ace's brilliant performance on Sunday.

Punchestown Sizing up frost covers

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 15:53:22 +0000

PUNCHESTOWN don’t envisage any major concerns ahead of Saturday’s Boylesport.com Tied Cottage Chase, despite a possibility of frost and some snow forecast over the coming days.

Hurricane stronger than ever

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 10:05:02 +0000

EVERYONE wondered whether he could win on his first run for 269 days - even his master trainer.

Casey's 'star looks like a Grade One horse to swear by

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 10:05:02 +0000

WILLIE Mullins kept the juggernaut going yesterday as Boston Bob continued an amazing run, but the success of Flemenstar in the Frank Ward Solicitors Arkle Novice Chase had many people talking and for different reasons, writes Niall Cronin.

McCoy second on injury return

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 15:25:34 +0000

TONY McCoy had to settle for second place at Warwick as he returned to action after nearly a month on the sidelines.

Mullins gets his Grand ambition

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 15:22:17 +0000

YESTERDAY saw Gowran Park stage one of the most popular meetings on the racing calendar and the feature race was celebrated with local success as Willie Mullins won the Thyestes Chase for a fourth time.

Catleen purrs for Mullins as Walsh enjoys Page Turner

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 10:05:02 +0000

Pride Of the Parish's absence meant Catleen was Willie Mullins' only remaining runner on the card at Limerick yesterday, and she duly obliged in the handicap hurdle.

'Captain's worthy of Gold run'

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 10:05:02 +0000

Richard Johnson believes Captain Chris is better than he showed in last month's King George VI Chase ahead of his run at Cheltenham this weekend.

Jump in class is on the cards for talented Terminal

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 10:05:02 +0000

Terminal is poised for a significant leap in class following his exemplary hurdling debut at Navan earlier this month.

Walters' Festival decision waiting on taste of Whisky

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:05:02 +0000

Owner Dai Walters believes only a spectacular performance in the William Hill Welsh Champion Hurdle can change Oscar Whisky' Cheltenham Festival target.

Hurricane force to hit 'town

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:05:02 +0000

Hurricane Fly's season remains on course to kick-off at Leopardstown on Sunday when the current leading hurdler will face a maximum of five rivals for the BHP Insurances Champion Hurdle.

I'm stunned by progress of Julio -- King

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:05:02 +0000

Alan King admits Hold On Julio's progress has come as a surprise ahead of his run in Saturday's Sky Bet Chase at Doncaster.

Back the Dark horse to shine brightest

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 15:18:36 +0000

DARK CASTLE looked an animal of potential when losing his maiden tag last time and he can make a successful first foray into handicap company at Kempton.

Leopardstown feast on cards

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 10:05:02 +0000

LEOPARDSTOWN, on February 12, has a feast of racing on offer with four Grade Ones to entice race-goers.

Noble aim is still for Cheltenham

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 15:20:10 +0000

PAUL NOLAN is hoping for improvement from Noble Prince in the Ryanair Chase at Cheltenham after he suffered a surprise defeat at Fairyhouse.