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Its been raining since about 6pm. First 40 mins was more of a drizzle (think intermittent windscreen wipers) but then it rained more solidly for an hour (not lashing it down but constant rainfall) and for the past 40 mins we've been back to "intermittent windscreen wiper" type drizzle. There are puddles on the ground so its welcome but certainly not enough to materially alter the ground at all.
 
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Prestbury said:
Its been raining since about 6pm. First 40 mins was more of a drizzle (think intermittent windscreen wipers) but then it rained more solidly for an hour (not lashing it down but constant rainfall) and for the past 40 mins we've been back to "intermittent windscreen wiper" type drizzle. There are puddles on the ground so its welcome but certainly not enough to materially alter the ground at all.
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Thanks for the updates. Appreciate you taking the time🙌
 
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Quevega said:
Love Me Tender got 154 RPR for RPR fans.

Think that's high myself but they were obviously impressed.
Imagine if he'd have jumped better ?

Minella Machine got 121
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That's a huge difference. Not sure they were that far apart. Visually was impressed with the Machine. I'm not an expert with RPR's though. Henry was very happy which goes a long way.
 
Prestbury said:
Its been raining since about 6pm. First 40 mins was more of a drizzle (think intermittent windscreen wipers) but then it rained more solidly for an hour (not lashing it down but constant rainfall) and for the past 40 mins we've been back to "intermittent windscreen wiper" type drizzle. There are puddles on the ground so its welcome but certainly not enough to materially alter the ground at all.
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Nope. Pissed down in Bristol for 6 hours so Cheltenham must have got away with it. Shame really as there will be plenty not declared now. The ones I've backed appreciate Good ground though so could work out ok.
 
Lobos said:
That's a huge difference. Not sure they were that far apart. Visually was impressed with the Machine. I'm not an expert with RPR's though. "Henry was very happy which goes a long way."
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:ROFLMAO: This made me laugh more than it should.
How far does it go though ?
 
If the lack of rain wasn't enough to worry about it looks like we get clear skies and bright sun all Fri and Sat, chances are we'll see fewer obstacles than expected...
 
Cheltenham Going this morning changes to Good, Good to Soft in places. Just 6mm of rainfall since yesterday. Watering to continue Wed/Thur.
 
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Istabraq said:
If the lack of rain wasn't enough to worry about it looks like we get clear skies and bright sun all Fri and Sat, chances are we'll see fewer obstacles than expected...
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Mostly cloudy on Saturday so we should be ok for the PP GC.
 
Who is everyones idea of the best value bet in the Cheltenham ante post markets at the moment?

I'd put up Majborough at 14s for Ryanair:
  • Previous festival winner
  • Has the ability (if he sorts his jumping out)
  • New course should suit him better
  • Still only a 6 year old so might not have hit his peak yet.
There are a few negatives, namely his jumping, but i think he's the one horse that may shorten dramatically if they step him up in trip. I also think they'll go for the Gold Cup with Fact To File so that will open the door for Maj to run in the Ryanair.
 
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Faugheen_Machine said:
Who is everyones idea of the best value bet in the Cheltenham ante post markets at the moment?

I'd put up Majborough at 14s for Ryanair:
  • Previous festival winner
  • Has the ability (if he sorts his jumping out)
  • New course should suit him better
  • Still only a 6 year old so might not have hit his peak yet.
There are a few negatives, namely his jumping, but i think he's the one horse that may shorten dramatically if they step him up in trip. I also think they'll go for the Gold Cup with Fact To File so that will open the door for Maj to run in the Ryanair.
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I've fell out with Majborough although I agree he is likely to run in this race and go off shorter. I'd certainly flip a coin that way.

Mine are also in the Ryaniar.
I've backed 2 at bigger on the exchange.

But current prices on
Kitzbuhel 20-1
Romeo Coolio 25-1
Fleur in the Park 33-1

All look value, except they may show form good enough for the Gold Cup.
Romeo already ticked the box of not though.

My personal opinion is that Kitzbuhel will not show that he stays well enough for the Gold cup, and similar with Fleur in the Park.
Kitzbuhel carries the most risk as a win in the King George may tempt the owners.
If Fleur in the park wins the king george then they'll likely have a crack at Gold. But he's 33-1 to win that cos I've backed it.

However, with Kitzbuhel winning the King George you still have the Townend Mullins factor in play, as they'd be tempted to have the favourite for the Ryanair and Gold cup running for them. This obviously assumes Gaelic is in the same form.
This will be even more likely if Kitzbuhel runs in the Irish Gold cup and is beaten fair enough. Also likely IMO.
 
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Quevega said:
I've fell out with Majborough although I agree he is likely to run in this race and go off shorter. I'd certainly flip a coin that way.

Mine are also in the Ryaniar.
I've backed 2 at bigger on the exchange.

But current prices on
Kitzbuhel 20-1
Romeo Coolio 25-1
Fleur in the Park 33-1

All look value, except they may show form good enough for the Gold Cup.
Romeo already ticked the box of not though.

My personal opinion is that Kitzbuhel will not show that he stays well enough for the Gold cup, and similar with Fleur in the Park.
Kitzbuhel carries the most risk as a win in the King George may tempt the owners.
If Fleur in the park wins the king george then they'll likely have a crack at Gold. But he's 33-1 to win that cos I've backed it.

However, with Kitzbuhel winning the King George you still have the Townend Mullins factor in play, as they'd be tempted to have the favourite for the Ryanair and Gold cup running for them. This obviously assumes Gaelic is in the same form.
This will be even more likely if Kitzbuhel runs in the Irish Gold cup and is beaten fair enough. Also likely IMO.
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I really like the Kitzbuhel shout. I'm adding him this morning!
 
Quevega said:
I've fell out with Majborough although I agree he is likely to run in this race and go off shorter. I'd certainly flip a coin that way.

Mine are also in the Ryaniar.
I've backed 2 at bigger on the exchange.

But current prices on
Kitzbuhel 20-1
Romeo Coolio 25-1
Fleur in the Park 33-1

All look value, except they may show form good enough for the Gold Cup.
Romeo already ticked the box of not though.

My personal opinion is that Kitzbuhel will not show that he stays well enough for the Gold cup, and similar with Fleur in the Park.
Kitzbuhel carries the most risk as a win in the King George may tempt the owners.
If Fleur in the park wins the king george then they'll likely have a crack at Gold. But he's 33-1 to win that cos I've backed it.

However, with Kitzbuhel winning the King George you still have the Townend Mullins factor in play, as they'd be tempted to have the favourite for the Ryanair and Gold cup running for them. This obviously assumes Gaelic is in the same form.
This will be even more likely if Kitzbuhel runs in the Irish Gold cup and is beaten fair enough. Also likely IMO.
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There is also Salvator Mundi. Willie has indicated that the Ryanair could be his target.
 
Yosser said:
There is also Salvator Mundi. Willie has indicated that the Ryanair could be his target.
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I tried to get him added to betfair, without success. Only priced up in 1 place when I last checked
 
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