Sir Des Champs eying revenge over Flemenstar in Lexus Chase
Sir Des Champs is all set to lock horns with Flemenstar in the Lexus Chase (Grade 1) at Leopardstown in Ireland on Friday, December 28, 2012. Both of them have got terrific record and it will be hard to predict who finishes on top of the table in the end.
They have got almost identical statistics in this format and the punters will have to risk bets on both of them, as things are going to be extremely close between them. This will definitely spice up the contest today and the spectators will be eagerly awaiting
the start of proceedings at 15:00 GMT.
The weather has also added excitement to the competition, as there has been plenty of rain at Leopardstown over the past couple of days. The going has been described as soft and even more showers are expected before the start of action today.
This means that things could become worse with the passage of time, but the organisers will be hoping that the rain stays away from the racecourse. They have done a great job to keep things under control at the moment.
A total of nine stallions have been attracted towards the all important event, which has a cash prize of €93,000 for the winner. The overall distance to cover for them will be 3 miles, which will test their abilities to the limit.
Flemenstar has managed to get better odds for a victory, as he has managed to succeed in seven successive races. The punters will definitely gamble on him, as he is one of the most consistent performers at present.
The Peter Casey’s trainee has participated in a total of eight chase events, winning seven of them whereas finished as a runner up once. He does not mind running on a wet field, as he is a fit runner.
Compared to him, Sir Des Champs can also not be ignored, as he is equally talented. His record in recent times has been phenomenal he will definitely come out with all guns blazing at Leopardstown.
However, the W. P. Mullins’ trainee was beaten by Flemenstar in his previous meeting, so there will be immense pressure on him.
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