How Lady Luck put O’Connells on road to Arkle glory

Rich Ricci was no stranger to the winner’s podium in Cheltenham before Douvan and Faugheen earned him two returns to the most sought-after patch of real estate in Prestbury Park yesterday afternoon. 

Which isn’t to say that he has become accustomed to getting there.

Ricci has earned millions in his time in high finance, and he owns dozens of horses, but the nattily-attired American continues to suffer through the few minutes it takes for his prized equine talent to do the business.