World Hurdle hero Big Buck’s usurps Inglis Drever in ratings

LADBROKES World Hurdle hero Big Buck’s has earned a higher rating than three-time winner Inglis Drever thanks to his performance at Cheltenham last week.

The British Horseracing Authority’s official handicapper has put the Paul Nicholls-trained hurdler up 4lb to 174, 2lb more than Howard Johnson’s retired star.

“As expected, the Ladbrokes World Hurdle was one of the best championship races at this year’s Festival,” explained handicapper Martin Greenwood.