Best Mate in fine fettle

Henrietta Knight yesterday reported Best Mate “in great form” two months ahead of his attempt at a third consecutive Tote Cheltenham Gold Cup.

Best Mate in fine fettle
Sun, 18 Jan, 2004 - 10:50

Henrietta Knight yesterday reported Best Mate “in great form” two months ahead of his attempt at a third consecutive Tote Cheltenham Gold Cup.

The horse has had a break since winning the Ericsson Chase at Leopardstown over Christmas.

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