Today’s Irish raiders at Cheltenham

After a magnificent Thursday for Irish raiders, Jordan McCarthy looks at the Irish challengers on the final day at Cheltenham...
Today’s Irish raiders at Cheltenham
Fri, 17 Mar, 2017 - 00:00

JCB Triumph Hurdle

Mega Fortune stands out as the leading Irish challenger following his top level success at Leopardstown. Any significant rainfall would aid his chances.

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