Horse Racing: Istabraq betting gains momentum

Support for Istabraq’s historic tilt at a fourth Smurfit Champion Hurdle crown appears to be gathering momentum.

Thu, 07 Feb, 2002 - 08:41

Support for Istabraq’s historic tilt at a fourth Smurfit Champion Hurdle crown appears to be gathering momentum.

Aidan O’Brien’s star has been friendless in recent weeks in the ante-post market on the Cheltenham showpiece but William Hill reported good support for the 10-year-old today.

You have reached your article limit. Already a subscriber? Sign in

Unlimited access starts here.

Try from only €0.25 a day.

Cancel anytime

More in this section

Dante Festival 2026 - Day Two - York Racecourse Item firmly on the agenda for Derby challenge
Scandinavia can underline Ascot credentials at Leopardstown Scandinavia can underline Ascot credentials at Leopardstown
Switch From Diesel makes belated breakthrough at Punchestown Switch From Diesel makes belated breakthrough at Punchestown
CourtsRacingHeathrowPlace: CheltenhamPlace: South CoastPerson: Aidan O’BrienPerson: William HillPerson: David HoodPerson: Ned KellyEvent: Smurfit ChampionOrganisation: Horse RacingOrganisation: IstabraqOrganisation: ValiramixOrganisation: Landing LightOrganisation: BilboaOrganisation: Marble Arch
<p>Chanceawetmorning and Josh Williamson (green) win the the Clonmel Supporters Handicap Hurdle. Pic: Healy Racing</p>

Williamson registers maiden professional double in Clonmel

READ NOW

Sport

Newsletter

Sign up to our daily sports bulletin, delivered straight to your inbox at 5pm. Subscribers also receive an exclusive email from our sports desk editors every Friday evening looking forward to the weekend's sporting action.

Latest

Sport

Newsletter

Sign up to our daily sports bulletin, delivered straight to your inbox at 5pm. Subscribers also receive an exclusive email from our sports desk editors every Friday evening looking forward to the weekend's sporting action.

Ruby Walsh
Ruby Walsh

The voice of racing

Most Read

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited