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Champ lives up to his name with storming comeback

“I thought I had no chance jumping the last, but three strides later I was starting to smell the money.”

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'Everything that could go wrong did go wrong': But Shishkin still rules Supreme

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Champion Hurdle hopes impress Henderson

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‘All well’ with Altior as hat-trick history beckons in Champion Chase

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World-beater Altior jumps into record books

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Angels set to show true colours

Henderson Open Day: Tough challenge for Buveur D’Air to complete hat-trick

Buveur D’Air will have to raise his game again if he is to land a record-equalling third consecutive Unibet Champion Hurdle, according to trainer Nicky Henderson.

Mon, 18 Feb, 2019

Johnson’s joy as relentless River flows to Gold Cup glory

Eighteen years. It’s how long Jack Kennedy, who announced himself to the wider world with four wins at this week’s Festival, has been on this planet. But it’s also how long British champion jockey Richard Johnson, a veteran of more than 3,000 victories, has had to wait for a second Timico Gold Cup victory.

Sat, 17 Mar, 2018

Richard Johnson banned for excessive whipping in Gold Cup win

The Colin Tizzard-trained victor was involved in a prolonged duel with Might Bite.

Fri, 16 Mar, 2018

Awesome Altior evokes memories of legend Sacre

A week and a season that was far from ideal for Altior turned around dramatically when he extended his perfect record over obstacles to 14 with a brilliant display in the Betway Champion Chase.

Thu, 15 Mar, 2018

Last-gasp Might Bite rescues RSA Chase in thriller

Might Bite claimed the narrowest of victories after an extraordinary conclusion to the RSA Chase at Cheltenham yesterday.

Thu, 16 Mar, 2017

Celebration time for magnificent Sprinter Sacre

Sprinter Sacre's rehabilitation took on another level at Sandown with a display of brilliance in the bet365 Celebration Chase.

Sat, 23 Apr, 2016

Sprinter Sacre completes fairytale comeback at Cheltenham

Redemption songs. They’re all the rage here this week.

Thu, 17 Mar, 2016

Drying ground at Cheltenham a worry for Un De Sceaux team

Drying ground at Cheltenham is a concern for connections of Un De Sceaux as he prepares to do battle with Sprinter Sacre in what looks set to be an epic Betway Queen Mother Champion Chase.

Wed, 16 Mar, 2016

Sprinter Sacre ready to go the distance

Saddling winners at the Cheltenham Festival is almost second nature to trainer Nicky Henderson with his horses often seen performing at the peak of their powers come the big occasion.

Mon, 14 Mar, 2016

Sire De Grugy keen and strong, says delighted Gary Moore

Gary Moore “couldn’t be any happier” with Sire De Grugy ahead of the Betway Champion Chase at the Cheltenham Festival.

Thu, 03 Mar, 2016

L’Ami Serge sails to Plumpton victory

L’Ami Serge sailed through the desperately wet conditions at Plumpton yesterday to make an impressive debut over fences in the At The Races App On iPhone Novices’ Chase before waterlogging caused the card to be abandoned after the third race.

Mon, 04 Jan, 2016

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

Sprinter Sacre back in business at Cheltenham

Volume levels were at a maximum as Sprinter Sacre announced his return to form in emphatic fashion when making a triumphant visit to a winner’s enclosure he has enjoyed many magical moments in during his career after claiming the Shloer Chase at Cheltenham yesterday.

Mon, 16 Nov, 2015

Coneygree’s Gold Cup victory a very British result in a festival dominated by Irish success