Favourite trio for Vincent O ‘Brien County – Cheltenham Preview
On the closing day (March 16) of the prestigious Cheltenham Festival, the high-stakes Grade 3 race of Vincent O ‘Brien County Handicap Hurdle is set to start at 2:05 (GMT).
With the big prize money worth £39,865, the Class 1 contest of 2m1f distance has 28 entries including some ace names of the world of horseracing.
The event is anticipated to draw big bankrolls and a large number of spectators. Each of the runners owns immense talent and skills.
However, three geldings named as Magnifique Etoile, Ubi Ace and Ingleby Spirit look to be in the most favourable positions to fight potentially for victory.
Below are the career snapshots of the three:
Magnifique Etoile
The Charlie Longsdon-trained bay gelding started his career on January 28, 2011. The five-year-old dashing horse registered a marvellous hat-trick by winning a race each in September, October and December 2011.
In his last outing on January 7, 2012, the brilliant runner notched up third top spot. At the moment, he is carrying a lot of form which will lend a great hand to him in today’s contest. His chances to win are as high as 90 percent.
Ubi Ace
The trainee of Jonjo O’Neill bagged a couple of consecutive victories during November-December 2011. The six-year-old maverick runner moved forward to finish third and second in his last two outings.
Overall, the bay gelding has won 6 out of his total 21 starts to date. He is also awash with momentum and fighting spirit at the moment. He has 85 percent chances to clinch first position in the race.
Ingleby Spirit
After winning a big race on December 20, 2011, Richard Fahey’s veteran gelding bagged another triumph in the very next outing on January 25, 2012.
His excellent track record depicts that he will show a decent run in his maiden outing at Cheltenham today. His chances to thrive are 80 percent.
Conclusion
Along with this trio, some of the other runners like Raya Star, Lifestyle, Plan A, Ifyouletmefinish and Citizenship also look to be solid enough.
Thus, the race is anticipated to be an awe-inspiring competition. A lot of the game lovers are likely to turn out to the venue.
Let us enjoy the action and see who gains what. Good luck to all the runners.
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