Nicholls reassures Denman backers

Paul Nicholls has confirmed Denman to be in tip-top shape, despite a wobble in the ante-post markets for the Lexus Chase.

Wed, 12 Dec, 2007 - 15:19

Paul Nicholls has confirmed Denman to be in tip-top shape, despite a wobble in the ante-post markets for the Lexus Chase.

The hugely-impressive winner of the Hennessy Gold Cup drifted to well over odds-against on betting exchange Betfair for his next intended target at Leopardstown on December 28.

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Courts Racing Heathrow Place: Leopardstown Person: Nicholls Person: Denman Person: Paul Nicholls Event: Hennessy Gold Cup Event: Cheltenham Gold Cup Organisation: Lexus Chase Organisation: Hennessy Organisation: Kauto Star

<p>Leopardstown must pass an 8am inspection to determine prospects for the original second day of action, which is due to feature an Irish Champion Hurdle clash between Lossiemouth and Brighterdaysahead. Picture: Seb Daly/Sportsfile</p>

Leopardstown called off due to heavy rain

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