Event: King George VI Chase

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Altior to miss weekend engagement

When it came, the explanation made perfect sense. “Altior doesn’t look like Altior,” Nicky Henderson said as he explained his decision to rule his stablestar out of the Grade Two Unibet Silviniaco Conti Chase at Kempton on Saturday, a race which was set to be his first start since surrendering his 19-race unbeaten record over obstacles when beaten by Cyrname in the Christy 1965 Chase at Ascot in November.

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Clan Des Obeaux wins again to give Nicholls 11th King George

Last year’s winner Clan Des Obeaux provided Paul Nicholls with a record 11th victory in the Ladbrokes King George VI Chase.

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Fabulous Faugheen rolls back the years to beat Samcro at Limerick

Nine times victorious at the top level over the smaller obstacles, the 2015 Champion Hurdle hero showed he was still a formidable force – just days short of turning 12 years old – to lower the colours of another star name in Samcro.

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Ruby Walsh hopes to remain part of Willie Mullins' team

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Thornton bows out with a winner

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Andrew Thornton reflects on long career as final rides loom

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Might Bite ‘ready to do himself justice’

Nicky Henderson believes Might Bite is ready to do himself justice in the Betway Bowl at Aintree today.

Thu, 12 Apr, 2018

Secret plan for Might Bite

Nicky Henderson has revealed he has a secret plan for Might Bite in the Timico Cheltenham Gold Cup on Friday week.

Wed, 07 Mar, 2018

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Sizing John and Might Bite top 38 Cheltenham Gold Cup contenders

Last year's winner Sizing John and ante-post favourite Might Bite feature among 38 entries for the Timico Cheltenham Gold Cup.

Wed, 10 Jan, 2018

Cue Card unlikely to run in King George VI Chase at Kempton

Colin Tizzard expects Cue Card to have just three more runs before heading into retirement, with the 32Red King George VI Chase at Kempton on Tuesday week looking increasingly unlikely.

Sat, 16 Dec, 2017

Tendon injury rules Gold Cup favourite Thistlecrack out for the season

Cheltenham Gold Cup favourite Thistlecrack will miss the remainder of the campaign after suffering a tendon injury.

Tue, 21 Feb, 2017

Kempton to close under shock Jockey Club plans

Racing in Britain received a seismic jolt yesterday after Jockey Club Racecourses announced that Kempton, home of the historic King George VI Chase, could be closed for housing redevelopment “from 2021 at the earliest”.

Wed, 11 Jan, 2017

Richard Johnson rates Native River’s Gold Cup claims

Champion jockey Richard Johnson feels Native River has to be a “big player” in the Timico Cheltenham Gold Cup after his Welsh National win.

Sun, 01 Jan, 2017

Sensational Thistlecrack powers to King George glory at Kempton

Thistlecrack, trained by Colin Tizzard and ridden by Tom Scudamore, has won the 32Red King George VI Chase at Kempton.

Mon, 26 Dec, 2016

Darren Norris: Young gun Thistlecrack can rise to occasion

It’s a pretty safe assumption that the winner of the 2016 renewal of the 32Red King George VI Chase will be trained by Colin Tizzard. 

Mon, 26 Dec, 2016

Paddy Brennan: Thistlecrack simply the best if he beats Cue Card

Cue Card’s jockey Paddy Brennan believes Thistlecrack will need to be the best horse he has ever seen if he is to beat his stable companion in the 32Red King George VI Chase at Kempton.

Mon, 26 Dec, 2016

Sensible money must be with seasoned Cue Card to see off young pretender

That the Colin Tizzard-trained duo, Cue Card and Thistlecrack, will both go to the start for Monday’s King George VI Chase at Kempton Park has all but saved this year’s renewal. 

Sat, 24 Dec, 2016

Many Clouds set to swerve Lexus Chase assignment

Oliver Sherwood is to swerve an outing in the Lexus Chase at Leopardstown next week with 2015 Grand National winner Many Clouds.

Thu, 22 Dec, 2016

Noel Meade to make late call with Road To Riches

Road To Riches is “50-50” to take his up his engagement in the 32Red King George VI Chase, according to trainer Noel Meade.

Wed, 21 Dec, 2016

Gordon Elliott: Don Cossack will only return if 110% fit

Gordon Elliott plans to give Don Cossack just one run before he defends his Timico Cheltenham Gold Cup crown next March — as long as the star chaser shows sufficient progress in his recovery from injury.

Tue, 09 Aug, 2016

Sam Waley-Cohen appeals ban over Long Run effort

Sam Waley-Cohen has lodged an appeal against the seven-day ban imposed by the Carlisle stewards for his ride on Long Run on Sunday.

Tue, 22 Mar, 2016

Long Run retired after disappointing on Carlisle return

Five years on from his brilliant victory in the Cheltenham Gold Cup, Long Run has been retired following a disappointing hunter chase debut at Carlisle.

Mon, 21 Mar, 2016

Vautour checks in for Ryanair Chase at Cheltenham

Connections of Vautour are hoping the recent improvement in his home work will be good enough to win the Ryanair Chase at Cheltenham today.

Thu, 17 Mar, 2016

Colin Tizzard: Cue Card in ‘excellent shape’

Colin Tizzard can barely wait for the Timico Cheltenham Gold Cup with Cue Card.

Mon, 08 Feb, 2016

Road To Riches a ‘stupid’ price, says Noel Meade

Trainer Noel Meade believes Road To Riches is a “stupid price” for today’s Irish Gold Cup at Leopardstown.

Sat, 06 Feb, 2016

Eddie O’Leary: Bryan Cooper to leave Gold Cup call until late

Gigginstown House Stud manager Eddie O’Leary expects jockey Bryan Cooper to wait until the last minute before deciding which horse he will ride in this season’s Cheltenham Gold Cup.

Wed, 20 Jan, 2016

British Horseracing Authority uneasy about rise in whip use in top races

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) is planning further consultation on the subject of suspensions incurred in Group/Grade One races, although the Professional Jockeys Association (PJA) has warned against hurrying any increase in the severity of penalties.

Fri, 15 Jan, 2016

Cheltenham Gold Cup option for Al Ferof

Al Ferof is to get an entry in the Timico Cheltenham Gold Cup after his valiant effort in defeat in the King George VI Chase at Kempton.

Sat, 02 Jan, 2016

Cue Card set to head straight for Gold Cup

Trainer Colin Tizzard confirmed Cue Card will head straight for the Cheltenham Gold Cup following his thrilling victory in the King George VI Chase at Kempton on Saturday.

Mon, 28 Dec, 2015

Willie Mullins ponders Cheltenham Festival prep for Annie Power

Annie Power continues to please Willie Mullins in her recovery from a setback.

Fri, 18 Dec, 2015

Coneygree back in picture for Hennessy Gold Cup

Sara Bradstock reports it to be “all systems go” for Coneygree’s intended appearance in the Hennessy Gold Cup next Saturday after delighting connections in a crucial gallop yesterday.

Mon, 23 Nov, 2015

Paul Nicholls expects Silviniaco Conti to thrive in testing conditions

Paul Nicholls is confident Silviniaco Conti san extend his fruitful association with the Betfair Chase at Haydock today.

Sat, 21 Nov, 2015

Vautour good to go at Ascot

Willie Mullins has confirmed Vautour is likely to travel to Ascot to make his seasonal reappearance in Saturday’s Stella Artois 1965 Chase.

Thu, 19 Nov, 2015

Silviniaco Conti ready for third Betfair Chase success, says Paul Nicholls

Paul Nicholls expects Silviniaco Conti to be primed for action as he shoots for a third success in the Betfair Chase at Haydock on Saturday.

Wed, 18 Nov, 2015

Paul Nicholls bullish about Silviniaco Conti prospects in Betfair Chase

Paul Nicholls expects Silviniaco Conti to be primed for action as he shoots for a third success in the Betfair Chase at Haydock on Saturday.

Tue, 17 Nov, 2015

Silviniaco Conti the one to beat, insists Paul Nicholls

Paul Nicholls is adamant ante-post favourite Silviniaco Conti is the one to beat in the Cheltenham Gold Cup.

Wed, 25 Feb, 2015

Ryanair defence likely for Dynaste

Dynaste looks set to defend his crown in the Ryanair Chase at the Cheltenham Festival after coming up short on his return to Prestbury Park on Saturday.

Tue, 27 Jan, 2015

Nicholls pair poised to step up Gold Cup preparations

Paul Nicholls will step up the work of his Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup contenders Silviniaco Conti and Sam Winner in the coming days.

Tue, 20 Jan, 2015

Geraghty taken with exciting No More Heroes

Barry Geraghty has spoken in glowing terms of No More Heroes after partnering him to victory in the Navan Novice Hurdle on Sunday,

Wed, 07 Jan, 2015

Mullins at fever-pitch for King George

When Willie Mullins won the Supreme Novices’ Hurdle with the mare Tourist Attraction in 1995 you would have needed more than a crystal ball to predict how dominant he would become in the world of National Hunt racing.

Tue, 23 Dec, 2014

Irish duo grounded by Aero

Irish stars Gordon Lord Byron and Sole Power were out of luck in the Longines Hong Kong Sprint, which was won by Aerovelocity at Sha Tin yesterday.

Mon, 15 Dec, 2014

Tizzard expects Card progression

Joe Tizzard feels there is more improvement to come from Cue Card when the horse bids to erase the memory of last year’s agonising defeat in the William Hill King George VI Chase at Kempton on St Stephen’s Day.

Thu, 11 Dec, 2014

Al Ferof on course for King George after returning with a bang

Al Ferof will head to the King George VI Chase after returning to his brilliant best when running away with the Amlin 1965 Chase for the second year in succession at Ascot on Saturday.

Mon, 24 Nov, 2014

Card on cue for Betfair defence

Colin Tizzard is hopeful history can repeat itself as Cue Card aims to retain his crown in what promises to be another thrilling renewal of the Betfair Chase at Haydock today.

Sat, 22 Nov, 2014

Fever and Europe aim for Oil strike

Champagne Fever and Sizing Europe are two of the star names amongst 11 entries for the Clonmel Oil Chase next Thursday.

Fri, 07 Nov, 2014

Tizzard notworried by Cue Card’s reverse

Colin Tizzard remains upbeat about Cue Card’s chances of retaining his crown in the Betfair Chase at Haydock following his comprehensive defeat at Exeter on Tuesday.

Fri, 07 Nov, 2014

Card on cue on for Exeter

Cue Card is on course to make his seasonal reappearance in next month’s Haldon Gold Cup at Exeter.

Sat, 11 Oct, 2014

My Tent Or Yours may go chasing

My Tent Or Yours could go novice chasing when the jumps season moves through the gears later in the year.

Mon, 01 Sep, 2014

Long Run set for summer break

Robert Waley-Cohen is pleased to report Long Run suffered no lasting damage following a troubled journey home from France.

Tue, 20 May, 2014

Long Run disappoints in France

Nicky Henderson pointed to the effects of a lengthy season taking its toll on Long Run as the former Cheltenham Gold Cup hero was well beaten in the Grand Steeple-Chase de Paris at Auteuil yesterday.

Mon, 19 May, 2014