Time running out for River Festival bid

Paul Nolan admits time is running out for Cloone River to prove his fitness in time for the Cheltenham Festival.

Sun, 12 Feb, 2006 - 13:37

Paul Nolan admits time is running out for Cloone River to prove his fitness in time for the Cheltenham Festival.

The 10-year-old is currently a 16-1 chance with Ladbrokes to win the Queen Mother Champion Chase in March but a recurrence of an old back injury has put his participation in jeopardy.

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