Nicholls with big chance for World rule

A total of just 16 possible rivals stand between Big Buck’s and a record fourth successive victory in the Ladbrokes World Hurdle at Cheltenham.

Fri, 09 Mar, 2012 - 13:05

A total of just 16 possible rivals stand between Big Buck’s and a record fourth successive victory in the Ladbrokes World Hurdle at Cheltenham.

Big Buck’s has made the three-mile contest his own in recent seasons and will be seeking a 16th straight victory over hurdles as he lines up on the third day of the Festival.

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CourtsRacingHeathrowPlace: CheltenhamPlace: Featherbed LanePerson: NichollsPerson: Paul NichollsPerson: BuckPerson: Nicky HendersonPerson: Oscar WhiskyPerson: David PipePerson: Willie MullinsPerson: ZaidpourPerson: Mikael D’HaguenetPerson: MouradPerson: So YoungPerson: Voler la VedettePerson: Colm MurphyPerson: Gordon ElliottPerson: Carlito BrigantePerson: Alan KingPerson: Cross KennonEvent: Ladbrokes World HurdleEvent: Champion HurdleOrganisation: Big BuckOrganisation: Thousand Stars
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