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Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:52:00 GMT

Kauto Star can make light of testing conditions in Betfair Chase

Kauto Star has proved himself to be durable, consistent and versatile over the past four seasons and can add a third Betfair Chase (2.55) to his glittering record at Haydock Park today. His achievements since joining Paul Nicholls in 2004 brook no
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:52:00 GMT

Fridays results

12.55 (2m 3f 110yd hdle) 1, Ashfield’s Dream (Paul Moloney, 16-1); 2, Proud Presence (12-1); 3, Volador (9-2). Red Harbour (6th) 7-4 fav. 11 ran. Nk, nk. Evan Williams. 1.30 (2m 5f 110yd ch) 1, Awesome George (Charlie Huxley, 6-4 fav); 2, Zemsky
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:52:00 GMT

Horseracing Betting: Keep it simple, back the Star to shine

/ Eleven Grade 1 wins and still they doubt him. The layers have been out in force ahead of Kauto Star's eagerly awaited reappearance at Haydock this Saturday, but Racing UK analyst Graham Cunningham feels they could be cruising for a bruising as the best
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:08:00 GMT

Williams seeks double raid

Trainer Ian Williams is hoping Lysander and Rathcor will benefit from their light weights in the Timeform Betfair Racing Club 'Fixed Brush' Handicap Hurdle at Haydock. Williams believes his pair will have an advantage in the likely testing conditions
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:24:00 GMT

King: Comeback for Katchit

Trainer claims Katchit is in fantastic form Katchit: Can bounce back Katchit has been in fantastic form this past month and really does seem on good terms with himself Alan King Also see Trainer Alan King believes 2008 Champion Hurdle hero Katchit will
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:24:00 GMT

Idle the Talk of Aintree

Idle Talk will bid to make it fifth time lucky over the Aintree fences in Sunday's totesport.com Becher Chase. Trainer Donald McCain is hoping that keeping the 10-year-old fresh for the big race could be key as he bids to improve on last year's fourth
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:24:00 GMT

Lynch eyes Betfair success

Jockey eager to star with Notre Pere at Haydock Lynch and Notre Pere I'm really looking forward to it and the way it's looking at the moment, the ground looks as though it should be in our favour Andrew Lynch SKY BET ODDS Betfair Chase Winner - Notre
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:24:00 GMT

Inventor creates Ascot upset

The Donald McCain-trained Inventor upset the applecart at Ascot on Friday when toppling hotpot Manyriverstocross in the Robert Giles Agencies Introductory Hurdle. Alan King's big hope was the 1-2 favourite following a recent success at Chepstow while
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:24:00 GMT

Mafaaz on the road to recovery

Mafaaz, winner of the Kentucky Derby Challenge Stakes this year in England, is battling back from medical problems that have kept him from racing. The three-year-old is part of trainer Kiaran McLaughlin's stable. "He is back on the farm and he seems like
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:23:00 GMT

Nicholls: Kauto no soft touch

Paul Nicholls is confident the testing conditions at Haydock tomorrow will not be a problem for Kauto Star when he makes his eagerly-anticipated return in the Betfair Chase. The dual Gold Cup hero will be chasing a third success in the Grade One event
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:18:00 GMT

Lynch eager to star at Haydock

Andrew Lynch will bid for his first Grade One triumph on British soil when he gets the leg up on Jim Dreaper's Notre Pere in the Betfair Chase at Haydock. The 25-year-old jockey has had notable success on Notre Pere, winning the Coral Welsh National and
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:18:00 GMT

Imperial bids to take command

Imperial Commander Nigel Twiston-Davies is represented by last year's Paddy Power Gold Cup and Ryanair Chase hero Imperial Commander in the Betfair Chase at Haydock. The eight-year-old was pulled up at the Punchestown Festival in April but the trainer
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:18:00 GMT

Dual Haydock raid for Williams

Ian Williams is keeping his fingers crossed Lysander and Rathcor can make the most of their light weights in the Timeform Betfair Racing Club 'Fixed Brush' Handicap Hurdle at Haydock. Lysander was last seen winning over fences at Aintree in impressive
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:17:00 GMT

King pair in rude health

Alan King is confident the step up in trip will see 2008 Champion Hurdle hero Katchit bounce back in the Coral Ascot Hurdle tomorrow. The diminutive six-year-old is without a victory since taking the hurdling crown, but the trainer could not be happier
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:17:00 GMT

Carberry joining up with Monet's

Monet's Garden Paul Carberry will revive old memories when he teams up with trainer Nicky Richards to ride Monet's Garden in the Amlin 1965 Chase at Ascot tomorrow. Although this will be the first time the Irish jockey has got the leg up on the grey, he
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:17:00 GMT

Voy Por team cautious

Connections of Voy Por Ustedes are hopeful rather than confident the five-time Grade One winner can make a winning start to the campaign in the Amlin 1965 Chase at Ascot. The eight-year-old, trained by Alan King, signed off in triumphant fashion in the
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:16:00 GMT

Twiston-Davies sweet on Becher duo

Twiston-Davies will saddle Hello Bud and Irish Raptor in the Becher Chase at Aintree on Sunday. Hello Bud put up a fine front-running performance to finish a close third in the Servo Trophy Handicap Chase at Cheltenham last weekend, while Topham Chase
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:16:00 GMT

Nacarat to go the distance

Nacarat will revert to hurdling at Newbury in preparation for the William Hill King George VI Chase at Kempton on Boxing Day. Last season's brilliant Racing Post Chase winner will run in the Grade Two sportingbet.com Long Distance Hurdle on Saturday
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:16:00 GMT

Gowran requires morning check

Gowran's fixture on Saturday is subject to an 8am inspection. Although the course is currently raceable - the ground is officially described as heavy - significant overnight rain has been forecast. Gowran officials have already been forced to cancel the
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:16:00 GMT

Morrissey charmed by Valira

De Valira James Morrissey would rather De Valira avoided the very best hurdlers, for the time being at least. A smart sort when with Michael O'Brien, he is now with Morrissey - a permit holder who is based a couple of miles away from Gowran Park in
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:16:00 GMT

Hatton's repeat an option for Catch

Catch Me Edward O'Grady is considering switching Catch Me back to the smaller obstacles for the Bar One Racing Hatton's Grace Hurdle at Fairyhouse on Sunday week. The seven-year-old, winner of the race 12 months ago, has been campaigned over fences so
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:16:00 GMT

Otaared overcomes injury

Dhruba Selvaratnam's Otaared shook off a long-standing injury niggle to claim the Dh120,000 Shadwell Farm Conditions feature at Jebel Ali, setting himself up as a January Carnival contender in the process.The Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid-owned four-year-old
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:56:00 GMT

Internationals stars fighting fit

Reid debut on cards Midfielder worry for Cardiff clash Lee ruled out again Match Reports Liverpool 2-2 Birmingham City Chelsea 1-0 Manchester United Wigan Athletic 1-1 Fulham West Ham United 1-2 Everton League Tables Premiership table Championship table
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:47:00 GMT

Reid debut on cards

QPR are set to hand debuts to loan signings Steven Reid and Tommy Williams at Doncaster. Reid has been snapped up for a month from Blackburn and will cover the absence of Gavin Mahon and Martin Rowlands who both have long-term knee problems. Williams
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:47:00 GMT

Midfielder worry for Cardiff clash

Hugo Colace is Barnsley's main injury doubt for the visit of Cardiff but captain Stephen Foster is available again after suspension. Reds boss Mark Robins will give the Argentinian every chance of making it before naming his starting line-up. Robins will
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:47:00 GMT

Lee ruled out again

Watford keeper Richard Lee continues to be sidelined with a knee problem ahead of the clash with Scunthorpe. The Hornets are also without Jay DeMerit (eye) and Ross Jenkins (back) but loan midfielder Tom Cleverley has signed an extension until the end of
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:47:00 GMT

Defender returns against Hibs

St Mirren defender Lee Mair is back following suspension for the SPL clash at home to Hibs on Saturday. In a further boost to boss Gus MacPherson, striker Craig Dargo has recovered from the shoulder problem that has kept him out of the club's last four
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:46:00 GMT

Kitson in line for Boro bow

On-loan striker Dave Kitson will make his Middlesbrough debut against Nottingham Forest tomorrow after joining the club from Stoke. Boro boss Gordon Strachan is likely to play him up front alongside his former Reading strike partner Leroy Lita. Austria
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:46:00 GMT

Loan boost for Hornets

Watford have extended the loan of Manchester United midfielder Tom Cleverley until the end of the season. The Red Devils youngster has been a big success during his spell with the Hornets sc far and has weighed in with six goals in 14 appearances.
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:46:00 GMT

Hardie headache for Saints

Midfielder Martin Hardie has been ruled out of St Johnstone's clash against Hearts after he picked up a knee injury. Hardie suffered the knock in a behind-closed-doors game against Falkirk earlier in the week and, despite undergoing treatment in the past
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:46:00 GMT