Denmans Next Race

One of the most anticipated races of the year is the Cheltenham Gold Cup which takes place on Friday March 19th and it’s fair to say that the incredible hype that surrounds this particular race is due, in no small part, to the showdown between Denman and Kauto Star. It’s been announced that Ruby Walsh will …

Excitement Mounting Ahead Of Gold Cup Clash

Judging by the media hype, the clash between reigning champion Kauto Star and former champ Denman in next month’s Cheltenham Gold Cup is one of the most eagerly anticipated races for many years, writes Elliot Slater. There’s certainly no doubt these two horses will dominate the Cheltenham Festival betting and the event should attract some much …

Will Denman Beat Kauto Star Again?

Everybody knows that it is a little early to tell what will happen at the Cheltenham Race Festival, but it is more than probable that the vast majority of people will be betting a few quid on either Denman or Kauto Star for the Gold Cup. Denman, triumphant in eight starts, has been nicknamed ‘The Tank’ …

Henderson Formulating Champion Battle Plans

With three serious contenders for the Champion Hurdle at the 2010 Cheltenham Festival in eight weeks time, trainer Nicky Henderson is having to put in plenty of thought into where his horses can have a proper trial race without competing against each other, writes Elliot Slater. It’s looking increasingly likely (weather permitting) that ante-post favourite Zaynar …

Kauto Star ~ The Measure Of Greatness

Like so many politicians say when they’re about to offer their resignation, I’ve ‘had time to reflect’. For me though, the reflection has been not on whether or not I’ll be looking for a new job in the morning, but on the stunning victory of Kauto Star in the King George VI Chase at Kempton …

Denman, A Living Legend

If you haven’t heard of Denman then I can only assume that you’ve been living under a rock for the last few years. But just in case you need a little refresher on this magnificent horse then here goes… Denman, nicknamed ‘The Tank’ is proving that despite his heart scare last year, he is more and …

Denman Hennessy Gold Cup Glory

Was there ever any doubt that if Denman was on form that he wouldn’t absolutely destroy the Hennessy Gold Cup field on Saturday? The bookies favourite, who started the race at 2/1 from 4/1 earlier on in the week, was immaculately turned out and looked every inch the supreme being that he is. He may have …