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Andrew Balding’s colt was always travelling well and cruised to the front inside the final quarter of a mile. Although Ektihaam came from off the pace to challenge the eventual winner inside the final furlong, Bonfire dug deep to fend him off and record a three-quarter length victory.

“Bonfire’s performance in the Dante means he has emerged as the main threat to odds-on favourite Camelot in the Investec Derby and the manner of his victory suggests he shouldn’t be underestimated at Epsom,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Camelot has shortened at the head of the market as a result and is now the 4/5 favourite (from 5/6) for the Investec Derby with Betfred. Main Sequence and Noble Mission are next in the betting at 14/1 whilst Dante runner-up Ektihaam heads a trio of horses on 16/1.

Sportingbet Jorvik Stakes – Betfred bet: 5 Spifer; 6 Caucus; 9 Deauville Flyer, Easy Terms; 10 Sadeek’s Song, War Poet; 12 Bridle Belle, Tepmokea, Warlu Way; 14 Lyric Street, Very Good Day; 18 Itlaaq; 20 Crackentorp, High Office; 28 Kinryas, Waldvogel.

¼ 1-2-3

Sportingbet Yorkshire Cup – Betfred bet: 3 Red Cadeaux; 7/2 Harris Tweed; 5 Be Fabulous, Arctic Cosmos; 6 Times Up; 8 Blue Bajan; 20 Electrolyser; 25 Glen’s Diamond.

1/5 1-2-3

JLT Lockinge Stakes – Betfred bet: 2/5 Frankel; 5/2 Excelebration; 12 Strong Suit; 40 Dubawi Gold; 66 Ransom Note, Windsor Palace; 100 Bullet Train.

¼ 1-2

Investec Oaks – Betfred bet: 7/2 Kissed; 4 Maybe, The Fugue; 5 Vow; 8 Kailani; 14 Up; 16 Colima, Dalkala, 20 Was; 25 Eternal Bounty, Firdaws, Sagawara, Wonderful, 33 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Investec Derby – Betfred bet: 4/5 (from 5/6) Camelot; 5 (from 10) Bonfire; 14 Main Sequence, Noble Mission; 16 Ektihaam, Imperial Monarch, Parish Hall; 20 Apollo, Astrology, Mighty Ambition; 25 Daddy Long Legs, Fencing, Michelangelo; Swedish Sailor, Top Offer, 33 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Ascot Gold Cup – Betfred bet: 11/4 Fame And Glory; 5 Saddlers Rock; 8 Colour Vision, Dunaden, Rite Of Passage; 10 Memphis Tennessee, Opinion Poll; 12 Be Fabulous, Harris Tweed; 14 Joshua Tree, Jukebox Jury, Treasure Beach; 16 Times Up; 20 Brown Panther, Ley Hunter, Lost In The Moment; 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Diamond Jubilee Stakes – Betfred bet: 1/2 Black Caviar; 12 Bated Breath, Krypton Factor, Society Rock; 14 Hoof It, Moonlight Cloud; 16 Sepoy, Wizz Kid; 20 Foxwedge, Nephrite; 25 Curren Chan, Little Bridge, Mayson, Ortensia, Power, The Cheka; 33 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Bonfire heads market at 2/1 for Betfred Dante

Bonfire is the 2/1 favourite with the sponsors for Thursday’s Betfred Dante Stakes at York after a total of seven colts were declared for the Group 2 contest.

Andrew Balding’s three-year-old had been due to run in last week’s Dee Stakes at Chester but was withdrawn from that race because of the soft ground. Mandaean is the 9/4 second-favourite and he will be making his seasonal reappearance for Godolphin having taken the Group 1 Criterium de Saint-Cloud on his final start as a juvenile.

“The Betfred Dante Stakes is always an informative trial and whilst the winner of this year’s renewal is highly unlikely to head to Epsom as favourite, it’s almost certain that they will be the main market rival to current jolly Camelot,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Camelot’s once-raced stablemate Ernest Hemingway is next in the market at 9/2 whilst Ektihaam has been priced up as a 7/1 shot. Fencing, Dream Tune and Ptolemaic make up the septet at 7/1 and 33/1 (twice) respectively.

The sponsors have also priced up some special Dante/Derby doubles and make Bonfire a 20/1 shot to win at York on Thursday and go on and win the Epsom classic. Mandaean has been priced up at 22/1 to do the same.

Duke Of York Stakes – Betfred bet: 4 Hoof It, Mayson; 6 Society Rock; 8 The Cheka; 12 Definightly, Elnawin, Restiadargent; 14 Sirius Prospect; 16 Bogart, Libranno, Soul; 25 Bannock, Doncaster Rover, Tiddliwinks.

¼ 1-2-3

Betfred Dante Stakes – sponsors bet: 2 Bonfire; 9/4 Mandaean; 9/2 Ernest Hemingway; 11/2 Ektihaam; 7 Fencing; 33 Dream Tune, Ptolemaic.

¼ 1-2

Betfred Dante Stakes/Investec Derby Doubles – Betfred bet: 20 Bonfire; 22 Mandaean; 50 Ernest Hemingway; 66 Ektihaam, Fencing.

Win Only

Investec Oaks – Betfred bet: 3 Kissed; 7/2 Maybe; 6 Vow; 8 Kailani; 9 Homecoming Queen; 10 The Fugue; 14 Up; 16 Colima, Twirl; 20 Was; 25 Dalkala, Eternal Bounty, Firdaws, Sagawara, Wonderful, 33 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Investec Derby – Betfred bet: 5/6 Camelot; 10 Bonfire; 12 Mandaean; 14 Noble Mission; 16 Imperial Monarch, Parish Hall; 20 Apollo, Astrology, Ernest Hemingway, Kesampour, Main Sequence, Mighty Ambition; 25 Daddy Long Legs, Ektihaam, Fencing, Michelangelo; Swedish Sailor, Top Offer, Wrote, 33 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Man City Favourites to Retain Premier League Title

Bookmakers Betfred have installed Man City as the favourites to retain their title next season.

It turned out to be a very costly afternoon for Betfred after boss and huge United fan Fred Done had already paid out on Manchester United as Champions in early April.

The bookie was the first to admit that in the end Man City deserved the title saying,

"I can't remember an afternoon like that and the blood pressure would not cope with another. I’m gutted but fair play to City they have been the best team over 38 games. I had already paid out 500 grand to United punters and the Blues winning has just cost me another 300 grand, plus the wife is not speaking to me. No sour grapes from me though and I've sent a case of champagne to both Roberto Mancini and Brian Kidd. Well done fellas."

It’s not the first time Fred Done has faced a double pay out. He famously became the first ever bookie to pay out early in 1998 when Manchester United were twelve points clear only for Arsenal to win the title by one point.

Premier League 2012-13
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13/8	Man City
2/1	Man Utd
9/2	Chelsea
9/1	Arsenal
20/1	Tottenham
50/1	Liverpool
150/1	Newcastle
250/1	Everton

totescoop6 not won after Global Village lands Victoria Cup

This afternoon’s totescoop6 was not won after Global Village knocked out the remaining nine tickets when landing the Betfred Victoria Cup at Ascot.

Main Sequence’s victory in the Betfred Derby Trial Stakes at Lingfield in the fourth leg left nine still in with a chance but Brian Ellison’s gelding dashed their hopes when winning the feature race at 9/1.

This means there is a total of £117,142 that rolls over in next week’s win fund whilst the bonus pot has risen to £50,203.

“This weekend’s totescoop6 looked tricky on paper and it proved to be the case but this now means there should be around £300,000 up for grabs next Saturday,” said totepool spokesman George Primarolo.

A total of £173,952 was bet into this afternoon’s pool and there were 99 winners of the place fund, each of whom picks up £351.40.

totescoop6 dividends - 12/05/12

Win: Not Won
Place: £351.40

totescoop6 rollovers – 12/05/12

Win: £117,142
Bonus: £50,203

totescoop6 leg breakdown – 12/05/12

After Leg 1 - 2.00 Haydock:        American Spin               5,323
After Leg 2 - 2.10 Lingfield:         Chachamaidee               1,473
After Leg 3 - 2.50 Ascot:             Making Eyes                 51
After Leg 4 - 3.10 Lingfield:         Main Sequence              9
After Leg 5 - 3.25 Ascot:             Global Village                0
After Leg 6 - 3.40 Haydock:        Red Merlin                     0

Main Sequence cut to 20/1 for Derby after Lingfield success

Main Sequence has been cut to 20/1 (from 33/1) by Betfred for the Investec Derby after winning this afternoon’s Betfred Derby Trial Stakes at Lingfield Park.

David Lanigan’s colt landed the Group 3 event by three-quarters of a length from the gambled-on favourite Shantaram who remains a 33/1 shot for the Epsom classic.

“Main Sequence will head to Epsom unbeaten after producing a fine turn of foot to land the Derby Trial at Lingfield but it looks like he’ll have to improve further to trouble current market leader Camelot,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Earlier on the card, Vow ran out the impressive winner of the Betfred ‘The Bonus King’ Oaks Trial and has been cut to 8/1 (from 16/1) by Betfred for the Investec Oaks.

Duke Of York Stakes – Betfred bet: 4 Hoof It, Mayson; 5 Society Rock; 10 Definightly, Restiadargent, The Cheka; 12 Elnawin; 14 Libranno, Sirius Prospect; 16 Genki, Soul; 20 Burwaaz, Doncaster Rover, Elusivity, The Reaper; 25 Angels Will Fall, Bannock, Bogart; 33 Tiddliwinks.

Dbt – Bated Breath.

¼ 1-2-3

Betfred Dante Stakes – sponsors bet: 2 Bonfire (with a run); 9/4 Mandaean; 4 Noble Mission; 5 Ernest Hemingway; 11/2 (from 13/2) Ektihaam, 13/2 Fencing; 16 Crius, Wrotham Heath; 20 Dream Tune; 25 Ptolemaic; 50 Miblish.

Dbt – Wrote.

1/5 1-2-3

Investec Oaks – Betfred bet: 7/2 Kissed; Maybe; 8 (from 16) Vow, Homecoming Queen, Kailani, Wading; 12 The Fugue; 16 Discourse, Lyric Of Light, Twirl; 20 Alla Speranza, Was; 25 Colima, Dalkala, Dreams Of Fire, Eternal Bounty, Firdaws, Lacily, Sagawara, Samitar, Shembara, Wonderful; 33 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Investec Derby – Betfred bet: Evs Camelot; 10 Bonfire; 12 Mandaean; 14 Noble Mission; 16 Imperial Monarch, Parish Hall; 20 (from 33) Main Sequence, Apollo, Astrology, Ernest Hemingway, Kesampour, Mighty Ambition; 25 Daddy Long Legs, Fencing, Michelangelo; Swedish Sailor, Top Offer, Wrote, 33 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Bonfire heads market for Betfred Dante Stakes

Bonfire has been installed as the 2/1 favourite (with a run) by the sponsors for next week’s Betfred Dante after a total of twelve colts stood their ground at this morning’s confirmation stage.

Andrew Balding’s Derby hopeful was declared a non-runner in this afternoon’s Stobart Barristers Dee Stakes at Chester due to the soft ground and the Dante has been suggested as a possible stepping stone en route to a crack at the Epsom classic.

“It’s no surprise to see Bonfire at the head of the betting for the Betfred Dante but Andrew Balding has hinted that his colt could go straight to the Derby if conditions aren’t suitable at York so it’s only fair that punters can back him ‘with a run’ and get their money back if he misses the race,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Mandaean is the 9/4 second-favourite and he will be making his seasonal debut following an excellent victory in the Criterium de Saint-Cloud last November. Frankel’s brother Noble Mission is next in the market at 4/1 after two victories this season, including in a Listed event at Newmarket last time out.

Bonfire is a 10/1 shot for the Investec Derby with Betfred behind the even money favourite Camelot. Dee Stakes winner Astrology has been cut to 20/1 (from 33/1) by Betfred after winning at Chester this afternoon.

Betfred Dante Stakes – sponsors bet: 2 Bonfire (with a run); 9/4 Mandaean; 4 Noble Mission; 9/2 Wrote; 5 Ernest Hemingway; 13/2 Ektihaam, Fencing; 16 Crius, Wrotham Heath; 20 Dream Tune; 25 Ptolemaic; 50 Miblish.

1/5 1-2-3

Investec Derby – Betfred bet: Evs Camelot; 10 Bonfire; 12 Mandaean; 14 Noble Mission; 16 Imperial Monarch, Parish Hall; 20 (from 33) Astrology, Apollo, Kesampour, Mighty Ambition; 25 Daddy Long Legs, Fencing, Michelangelo; Swedish Sailor, Top Offer, Wrote, 33 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Around £200,000 up for grabs on this weekend’s totescoop6

Last weekend’s totescoop6 was not won which means tomorrow’s bet could be worth in the region of £200,000 to anyone who can pick the winners of the six nominated races.

There is currently £56,259 in the win fund whilst the bonus fund starts again at £24,111 after last weekend’s anonymous £2 punter picked up £30,679.

This weekend’s bet takes in action from both codes with two tricky handicap hurdles from Haydock lining up alongside top-class action from both Ascot and Lingfield. The highlight of the bet sees a field of 24 go to post for the Betfred Victoria Cup at Ascot where Tariq Too is currently the 7/1 favourite to land the valuable handicap for trainer Amy Weaver.

“With around £200,000 up for grabs, this weekend’s totescoop6 looks certain to be popular with fans of both jumps and flat racing as the bet takes in top-class action from both codes,” said totepool spokesman George Primarolo.

The totejackpot is at Haydock on Saturday whilst the totetrifecta rollover race will be the Betfred Victoria Cup (3.25 Ascot).

totescoop6 races – 12/05/12

Leg 1: 2.00 Haydock
Leg 2: 2.10 Lingfield
Leg 3: 2.50 Ascot
Leg 4: 3.10 Lingfield
Leg 5: 3.25 Ascot
Leg 6: 3.40 Haydock

totescoop6 rollovers –12/05/12

Win: £56,259
Bonus: £24,111

totejackpot Meeting – 12/05/12

Haydock

totetrifecta/toteswinger rollover race – 12/05/12

3.25 Ascot

Mayson lands totescoop6 bonus fund for £2 punter

This afternoon’s totescoop6 bonus fund was won after Mayson justified favouritism in the Pearl Bloodstock Palace House Stakes at Newmarket.

Last weekend’s anonymous £2 punter plumped for Richard Fahey’s colt in the Group 3 event and his three-quarter length victory means they have now taken their winnings well into six figures after adding £30,679 to the £71,584 they won seven days ago.

This afternoon’s win fund was not won though after Mayson took the final leg. One punter managed to make it through to the final leg but although his selection Spirit Quartz ran a cracker to finish fourth, he couldn’t quite get his head in front which means there is rollover of £56,259 whilst the bonus fund starts again at £24,111.

“It’s a feat in itself to win the totescoop6 win fund with just a £2 bet but to land the bonus as well is a massive effort and proves you don’t need to spend a fortune on the bet to win a life-changing amount,” said totepool chairman Fred Done.

A total of £160,740 was bet into this afternoon’s pool and there were only 18 winners of the place fund, each of whom picks up a healthy £1,786.00.

totescoop6 dividends - 05/05/12

Win: Not Won
Place: £1,786.00
Bonus: £30,679

totescoop6 rollovers – 05/05/12

Win: £56,259
Bonus: £24,111

totescoop6 leg breakdown – 05/05/12

After Leg 1 - 2.00 Newmarket:     Tullius                           3,011
After Leg 2 - 2.30 Newmarket:     Al Khazeem                  181
After Leg 3 - 3.10 Newmarket:     Camelot                        27
After Leg 4 - 3.20 Thirsk:            Orpsie Boy                    2
After Leg 5 - 3.30 Goodwood:      Lifetime                         1
After Leg 6 - 3.45 Newmarket:     Mayson                         0

Anonymous £2 punter aims to land this weekend’s totescoop6 bonus fund

Last weekend’s totescoop6 winner will be looking to add a further £30,679 to the £71,584 that they won last Saturday when they try and pick the winner of the bonus race which is the Pearl Bloodstock Palace House Stakes (3.45 Newmarket).

The punter, who placed just a £2 bet in a William Hill shop in the West Midlands, has chosen to remain anonymous after picking all six Scoop6 winners with the minimum stake.

This weekend’s totescoop6 takes in the very best action from Newmarket, Thirsk and Goodwood and the highlight sees a field of 18 line up for the first classic of the season as last year’s Racing Post Trophy winner Camelot looks to justify favouritism for trainer Aidan O’Brien.

“Anyone looking to land this weekend’s totescoop6 will have to solve the 2000 Guineas conundrum but their efforts will be rewarded with a payout well into six figures,” said totepool spokesman George Primarolo.
The totejackpot is at Newmarket on Saturday whilst the totetrifecta rollover race will be the Pearl Bloodstock Palace House Stakes (3.45 Newmarket).

totescoop6 races – 05/05/12

Leg 1: 2.00 Newmarket
Leg 2: 2.30 Newmarket
Leg 3: 3.10 Newmarket
Leg 4: 3.20 Thirsk
Leg 5: 3.30 Goodwood
Leg 6: 3.45 Newmarket (Bonus Race)

totescoop6 rollovers –05/05/12

Bonus: £30,679

totejackpot Meeting – 05/05/12

Newmarket

totetrifecta/toteswinger rollover race – 05/05/12

3.45 Newmarket

Trumpet Major cut for Guineas after calling the tune in the Craven

Trumpet Major has been cut to 10/1 (from 25/1) by Betfred for the QIPCO 2000 Guineas following his victory in the Novae Bloodstock Insurance Craven Stakes at Newmarket this afternoon.

Richard Hannon’s colt gave 3lb and a five length beating to stablemate Crius and is now fifth in the market behind 9/4 favourite Camelot.

“Trumpet Major was a pretty impressive winner of the Craven and could well be a major player in the 2000 Guineas, especially if some of his main rivals don’t make the race,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Harry The Viking and Merigo are the 6/1 joint-favourites with Betfred for Saturday’s Coral Scottish National up at Ayr following the final declarations for the race. Portrait King is next in the market at 7/1 with Ikorodu Road and Knockara Beau both priced up at 10/1.

Coral Scottish National – Betfred bet: 6 Harry The Viking, Merigo; 7 Portrait King; 10 Ikorodu Road, Knockara Beau; 11 Galaxy Rock; 12 Junior; 14 Quentin Collonges; 16 Fruity O’Rooney; 20 Any Currency, Auroras Encore, Be There In Five, Mostly Bob, Our Island; 25 Benny Be Good, Captain Americo, Garleton, Mac Aeda, Walkon; 33 Abbeybraney, Ballyfitz; 40 King Fontaine, Petitfour; 66 Etxalar; 100 Heez A Steel.

¼ 1-2-3-4

QIPCO 2000 Guineas – Betfred bet: 9/4 Camelot; 9/2 Most Improved; 6 Top Offer; 8 Born To Sea; 10 (from 25) Trumpet Major; 12 (from 14) Power, French Fifteen, Nephrite; 14 Parish Hall, 16 Abtaal; 20 Aljamaaheer; Fencing, Tales Of Grimm; 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

QIPCO 1000 Guineas – Betfred bet: 5/2 Maybe; 6 Discourse; 7 Wading; 8 Lyric Of Light; 10 Mashoora; 16 La Collina, Lightening Pearl; 20 Diala, Elusive Kate, Kissed, Russelliana; 25 Best Terms, Homecoming Queen, Samitar, Starscope, The Fugue, Twirl; 33 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Investec Oaks – Betfred bet: 6 Wading; 9 Maybe; 12 Discourse, Lyric Of Light; 16 Kissed; 20 The Fugue, Was, 25 Dalkala, Dreams Of Fire, Eternal Bounty, Firdaws, Lacily, Sagawara, Samitar, Shembara, Twirl, Wonderful, 33 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Investec Derby – Betfred bet: 5/2 Camelot; 14 Akeed Mofeed; 16 Parish Hall; 20 Apollo, Bonfire, Born To Sea, Imperial Monarch, Kesampour, Mandaean, Mighty Ambition, 25 Daddy Long Legs, Fencing, Swedish Sailor, Top Offer, Wrote, 33 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

WHIRLWIND WHITE A HIT WITH BETFRED PUNTERS

SNOOKER legend Jimmy White delighted his army of fans when he dropped into Betfred’s flagship store in Chinatown.

The ‘Whirlwind’ was in town to promote this year’s Betfred.com World Championship, which starts on Saturday and runs until 7th May at the famous Crucible Theatre in Sheffield.

And the green baize golden oldie used his visit to the firm’s Gerrard Street branch to tip talented Chinese potter his favourite player to win this year’s title.

White, a six-time Crucible finalist, took time out of his busy schedule to pose for pictures with the sought-after World Championship trophy, with a growing gathering of fans all eager for his signature and a photo with the ‘People’s Champion’.

This year’s 17-day marathon tournament offers a cool £250,000 top prize and a £1.1million of prize money.

“I just thing Ding could win it this year,” predicted the ‘Whirlwind’. “He’s in the right frame of mind, he’s come of age.

“He won the Masters last year and put to bed the mental problems after he lost to Ronnie O’Sullivan at the Masters a few years ago, he found the pressure of the big occasion too much.

“But now he’s moved into a big house in Sheffield and seems very settled. He’s got his girlfriend living with him and he’s really come of age. He’s definitely my tip for the title.”

Ding is being backed at odds of 12-1 by the tournament sponsor to win this year’s title.

And White, who has played the game long enough to realise how good a player Ding is, believes the youngster’s growing experience could be his asset this year as millions of snooker fans again tune in to watch him compete for the title.

A staggering 100million people in China tuned in to watch Ding compete in last year’s tournament, reaching the semi-final stages before he was edged out.

“Ding’s won two UK Championship titles and he’s won the Masters as well, so that’s the two biggest tournaments outside the World Championship” added White.

“He’s a quality all-round player. He’s a superstar in China.

“He’s been in great form this season, he’s got a great chance of winning this one.

“The Chinese love gambling and they love their snooker, so its very apt we came to Chinatown today with the Crucible trophy.

“I really think Ding has the best chance of winning the title since I first watched him.”

Earier in the day White accompanied Steve Davis, the six-time world champion, and Barry Hearn, the World Snooker chairman, at the live first round draw at the TalkSport radio studios in Waterloo.

And the ‘Whirlwind’ picked out Ronnie O’Sullivan’s first round draw with Peter Ebdon as the pick of the opening matches.

Triple world champion O’Sullivan and 2002 Crucible champion Ebdon lock horns at the first hurdle, a repeat of their memorable 2005 Crucible quarter-final clash where the ‘Rocket’ capitulated after Ebdon ground him down with his slower playing style.

“That’s a tasty match, I can’t wait for that one,” added White. “I can’t wait for the the tournament to start, there’s so many great matches to look forward too.”

Betfred.com World Championship – 1st round draw: John Higgins v Liang Wenbo, Stuart Bingham v Stephen Hendry, Stephen Maguire v Luca Brecel, Graeme Dott v Joe Perry, Shaun Murphy v Jamie Jones, Stephen Lee v Andrew Higginson, Ali Carter v Mark Davis, Judd Trump v Dominic Dale, Mark Williams v Liu Chuang, Ronnie O’Sullivan v Peter Ebdon, Martin Gould v David Gilbert, Neil Robertson v Ken Doherty, Ding Junhui v Ryan Day, Mark Allen v Cao Yupeng, Matthew Stevens v Marco Fu, Mark Selby v Barry Hawkins.

Betfred World Snooker Championship outrights

5/1         Judd Trump
7/1         Mark Selby
8/1         Ronnie O’Sullivam
9/1         John Higgins
9/1         Neil Robertson
12/1       Ding Jinhui
12/1       Mark Allen
14/1       Stephen Maguire
16/1       Shaun Murphy
20/1       Mark Williams
28/1       Stephen Lee
40/1       Graeme Dott
66/1       Peter Ebdon
80/1       Ali Carter
80/1       Marco Fu
80/1       Stephen Hendry
80/1       Matthew Stevens
80/1       Ryan Day
100/1     Martin Gould
100/1    Luca Brecel
100/1     Liang Wenbo
125/1     Barry Hawkins
150/1     Joe Perry
150/1     Mark Davis
150/1     Ken Doherty
200/1     Andrew Higginson
250/1     Jamie Jones
250/1     Liu Chuang
300/1     Dominic Dale
300/1     David Gilbert
400/1     Cao Yupeng

Pimpernel and Starscope head market for Nell Gwyn

Pimpernel and Starscope have been installed as the 9/2 joint-favourites by Betfred for tomorrow’s Lanwades Stud Nell Gywn Stakes which is the highlight of the first day of Newmarket’s two-day Craven meeting.

The former has had two starts already this year over in Dubai where she finished second behind Gamilati in the UAE 1000 Guineas Trial and whilst Starscope has only had the one run, she caught the eye when winning a Newmarket maiden back in October.

“This year’s Nell Gywn looks a very competitive renewal but one of these fillies will have to be very impressive if the result of this trial is to shake up the 1000 Guineas market,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Starscope is currently 25/1 with Betfred for the QIPCO 1000 Guineas whilst Pimpernel is a 33/1 shot. Maybe is the 3/1 favourite with Discourse next in the market at 6/1.

Lanwades Stud Nell Gwyn Stakes – Betfred bet: 9/2 Pimpernel, Starscope; 5 Russelliana; 13/2 Regal Realm; 8 Sunday Times; 11 Minidress; 12 Excelette, Lilys Angel; 14 Muaamara, Nayarra, 28 Esentepe, Lady Gorgeous; 66 Whats Up.

1/5 1-2-3

Coral Scottish National – Betfred bet: 6 Harry The Viking; 8 Merigo, Portrait King; 10 Ikorodu Road, Knockara Beau; 11 Galaxy Rock; 12 Lie Forrit; 14 Junior, West End Rocker; 16 Fruity O’Rooney; 20 Auroras Encore, Be There In Five, Mac Aeda, Mostly Bob, Our Island, Quentin Collonges, Rivage d’Or; 25 Any Currency, Benny Be Good, Captain Americo, Garleton, Lively Baron, Posh Bird, State Benefit, Walkon; 33 Abbeybraney, Ballyfitz, Fredo, King Fontaine, Petitfour, Red Harbour, Vic Venturi; 66 Etxalar; 100 Heez A Steel; 150 Chernik.

¼ 1-2-3-4

QIPCO 2000 Guineas – Betfred bet: 9/4 Camelot; 4 Most Improved; 6 Top Offer; 10 Born To Sea; 12 French Fifteen, Nephrite; 14 Dragon Pulse, Parish Hall, 16 Abtaal, Power; 20 Aljamaaheer; Fencing, Tales Of Grimm; 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

QIPCO 1000 Guineas – Betfred bet: 3 Maybe; 6 Discourse; 7 Wading; 8 Lyric Of Light; 10 Mashoora; 16 La Collina, Lightening Pearl; 20 Diala, Elusive Kate, Kissed, Russelliana; 25 Best Terms, Homecoming Queen, Samitar, Starscope, The Fugue, Twirl; 33 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Harry The Viking favourite to give Paul Nicholls a National double

Harry The Viking has been installed as the 6/1 favourite by Betfred for the Coral Scottish National at Ayr on Saturday following the latest declaration stage.

Trainer Paul Nicholls took the Aintree equivalent with Neptune Collonges over the weekend and could land a rare double should the seven-year-old follow up at Ayr.

“Harry The Viking confirmed his liking for a marathon trip at the Cheltenham Festival and will be aiming to give trainer Paul Nicholls a National double up at Ayr after Neptune Collonges’ victory at Aintree last weekend,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Looking ahead to the QIPCO 2000 Guineas next month, there has been support for Sea The Stars’ half-brother Born To Sea and John Oxx’s colt has been cut to 10/1 by Betfred behind current favourite Camelot.

¼ 1-2-3-4

QIPCO 2000 Guineas – Betfred bet: 9/4 Camelot; 4 Most Improved; 6 Top Offer; 10 (from 12) Born To Sea; 12 French Fifteen, Nephrite; 14 Dragon Pulse, Parish Hall, 16 Abtaal, Power; 20 Aljamaaheer; Fencing, Tales Of Grimm; 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Synchronised heads maximum field of 40 for John Smith’s Grand National

Synchronised heads a maximum field of 40 for the John Smith’s Grand National following the final declarations for the race and is the 7/1 favourite with Aintree’s official betting partner Betfred.

The Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup winner is not only aiming to be the first horse to carry top-weight to victory since Red Rum back in 1974 but also the first to complete the Gold Cup-Grand National double in the same season since Golden Miller in 1934.

“It’s going to take a momentous gamble to displace Synchronised at the head of the Grand National market and with AP McCoy on board, he’s certain to be the most popular choice on betting slips up and down the country,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Giles Cross, Junior and West End Rocker are all next in the market at 12/1 whilst it’s 14/1 bar. Betfred make it an 11/1 chance that either Nina Carberry or Katie Walsh become the first female jockey to win the John Smith’s Grand National whilst it’s 7/4 that the winner is trained in Ireland.

John Smith’s Melling Chase – Betfred bet: 11/10 Finian’s Rainbow; 5/2 Albertas Run; 8 Poquelin; 10 Kauto Stone; 11 Wishfull Thinking; 16 Forpadydeplasterer; 20 Kalahari King; 40 Pure Faith.

1/5 1-2-3

John Smith’s Topham Chase – Betfred bet: 7 Triangular; 10 Little Josh; 12 Always Waining; Frankie Figg; 14 Aimigayle; Apt Approach; Chance du Roy; Fabalu; Gonebeyondrecall; 16 Fistral Beach; Tartak; 20 Paradis de Thaix; 25 Arklow Ger, Bai Zhu, Douglas Julian, Giorgio Quercus, Matuhi, Montoyas Son, Nikola, Rio Gael, Sunday City; 33 Massini Sunset, Minella Theatre, Moon Over Miami, Wake Board.

¼ 1-2-3-4

John Smith’s Aintree Legends Charity Race – Betfred bet: 7/4 American Trilogy (Mick Kinane); 4 Cape Express (Marcus Armytage); 11/2 Waldvogel (Tony Dobbin); 7 Arabian Heights (Adrian Maguire), Just Lille (Carl Llewellyn); 10 Satou (Hywel Davies), Trip The Light (Pat Eddery); 20 May Contain Nuts (Brendan Powell); 25 Fidelis (Ben de Haan), Millers Reef (Richard Pitman), Pillar Of Hercules (Jim Culloty); 33 Sky Calling (Jimmy Frost).

1/5 1-2-3

Non runner, no bet. Rule 4 may apply. Only these runners count – any replacement horses will be treated as non-runners.

John Smith’s Grand National – Betfred bet: 7 Synchronised; 12 Giles Cross; Junior, West End Rocker; 14 Ballabriggs, Cappa Bleu, Chicago Grey, On His Own, 16 Becauseicouldntsee, Killyglen, Sunnyhillboy; 20 Seabass, Shakalakaboomboom; 25 According To Pete, Organisedconfusion, Treacle; 33 Alfa Beat, Always Right, Calgary Bay, Neptune Collonges, Planet Of Sound, The Midnight Club, 40 Black Apalachi, Mon Mome, Quiscover Fontaine, Rare Bob, Weird Al, 50 Deep Purple, State Of Play, 66 Arbor Supreme, Viking Blond, Vic Venturi; 80 Hello Bud, Midnight Haze; 100 In Compliance, Neptune Equester, Postmaster, Swing Bill, Tatenen, Tharawaat.

100 Any Currency (Res 1); Our Island (Res 2), Smoking Aces (Res 4); 150 Abbeybraney.

¼ 1-2-3-4

John Smith's Grand National: What weight will the winner carry? - Betfred bet: 2/5 Under 11st, 7/4 11st and over.

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John Smith's Grand National: Age of Winner - Betfred bet: 6/4 Nine-year-old, 2/1 Ten-year-old, 7/2 Eleven-year-old, 8/1 Eight-year-old; 20/1 Seven-year-old; 25/1 Twelve-year-old; 40 Thirteen-year-old; 80/1 Fourteen-year-old.

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John Smith's Grand National Specials - Betfred bet: 7/4 Irish-trained winner; 5/1 Jonjo O’Neill-trained winner; 8/1 Willie Mullins-trained winner; 11/1 Donald McCain-trained winner; 11/1 Female jockey-ridden winner; 12/1 David Pipe-trained winner.

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Mick Kinane installed as favourite for John Smith’s Aintree Legends Charity Race

The runners and riders have been revealed for Saturday’s John Smith’s Aintree Legends Charity Race and it is Mick Kinane’s mount in the shape of American Trilogy who heads the market at 7/4 with Aintree’s official betting partner Betfred.

American Trilogy hasn’t had many starts since winning the County Hurdle at the Cheltenham Festival back in 2009 and looks certain to be popular in a race which will attract plenty of attention.

“It’s not often that you get a Cheltenham Festival winner running in a charity race but favourite American Trilogy took the County Hurdle back in 2009 and the combination of Paul Nicholls and Mick Kinane is one that is likely to prove irresistible to punters,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Marcus Armytage, who won the Grand National back in 1990 on Mr Frisk, partners Nicky Henderson’s Cape Express and has been priced up at 4/1 whilst Tony Dobbin, who won last year’s race on Fortuni, rides Waldvogel for Nicky Richards and has been chalked up at 11/2.

Looking ahead to Saturday’s John Smith’s Grand National, Synchronised has consolidated his position at the head of the market and is now the 7/1 favourite (from 8/1) with Betfred. There has also been support for Killyglen who has been cut to 14/1 (from 16/1).

BGC Partners Liverpool Hurdle – Betfred bet: 1/5 Big Buck’s, 11/2 Smad Place, 16 Poungach, 20 Tidal Bay, 25 Restless Harry, 40 Crack Away Jack, 66 Across The Bay, Won In The Dark.

1/5 1-2-3

Matalan Anniversary 4-Y-O Juvenile Hurdle – Betfred bet: 7/2 Grumeti, 4 Countrywide Flame, 5 Dodging Bullets, Pearl Swan, 15/2 Sadlers Risk, 8 Hinterland, 9 Lyvius, 28 Eagle Rock, Kapga de Cerisy, 40 Gottany O’s, Zarzal, 66 Beyeh, Bradbury.

1/5 1-2-3

Betfred Bowl – sponsors bet: 10/3 Riverside Theatre; 9/2 Burton Port; 5 Hunt Ball, Medermit; 9 Nacarat, What A Friend; 14 Master Of The Hall; 20 Diamond Harry; 22 Carruthers; 33 Follow The Plan; 40 Roberto Goldback.

1/5 1-2-3

matalan.co.uk Red Rum Handicap Chase – Betfred bet: 11/2 Edgardo Sol; 6 Kid Cassidy, Tanks For That; 7 Kumbeshwar; 10 Astracad, Free World, Silk Drum; 11 Echo Bob; 12 De Boitron, Oiseau de Nuit; 14 Takeroc; 16 Song Sung Blue; Tara Royal.

¼ 1-2-3

John Smith’s Topham Chase – Betfred bet: 8 Triangular; 12 Always Waining, Little Josh, 14 Aimigayle, Chance du Roy, Fabalu, Frankie Figg; 16 Apt Approach, Bob Lingo, Buffalo Bob, Carrickboy, Fistral Beach, In Compliance; 20 Gonebeyondrecall, Paradis de Thaix, Tartak; 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

1/5 1-2-3

Non runner, no bet. Rule 4 may apply. Only these runners count – any replacement horses will be treated as non-runners.

John Smith’s Grand National – Betfred bet: 7 (from 8) Synchronised; 10 Giles Cross; 12 Junior, On His Own, West End Rocker; 14 (from 16) Killyglen, Ballabriggs, Cappa Bleu, Chicago Grey; 16 Becauseicouldntsee, Seabass, Sunnyhillboy; 20 According To Pete, Organisedconfusion, Shakalakaboomboom, Treacle; 25 Always Right, Calgary Bay, Neptune Collonges; 28 Planet Of Sound; 33 Alfa Beat, Always Waining, Black Apalachi, Le Beau Bai, Mon Mome, Quiscover Fontaine, Rare Bob, The Midnight Club, Weird Al; 40 Deep Purple, State Of Play; 50 Vic Venturi; 66 Any Currency, Arbor Supreme, Hello Bud, Midnight Haze, Swing Bill, Tatenen, Tharawaat, Viking Blond; 100 Abbeybraney, Ballyvesey, In Compliance, Neptune Equester, Our Island, Postmaster, Smoking Aces.

¼ 1-2-3-4

John Smith's Grand National: What weight will the winner carry? - Betfred bet: 2/5 Under 11st, 7/4 11st and over.

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John Smith's Grand National: Age of Winner - Betfred bet: 15/8 Nine-year-old, 5/2 Ten-year-old, 3/1 Eight-year-old, 11/2 Eleven-year-old, 14/1 Twelve-year-old, 22/1 Seven'-year-old, 50/1 Thirteen-year-old, 50/1 Fourteen-year-old.

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John Smith's Grand National Specials - Betfred bet: 7/4 Irish-trained winner; 11/2 Jonjo O’Neill-trained winner; 7/1 Willie Mullins-trained winner; 7/1 AP McCoy-ridden winner; 9/1 David Pipe-trained winner; 12/1 Donald McCain-trained winner.

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Riverside Theatre heads market for Betfred Bowl

Riverside Theatre is the 10/3 favourite with the sponsors for the Betfred Bowl on the opening day of Aintree’s Grand National meeting after a total of eleven horses were declared for the Grade 1 chase.

Burton Port will have the assistance of AP McCoy in the saddle and has been cut to 7/2 (from 4/1) behind the favourite whilst Medermit has also been trimmed to 9/2 (from 6/1).

“Although Riverside Theatre is strictly speaking Nicky Henderson’s first-string, AP McCoy is hardly a bad substitute and it will be very interesting to see if Burton Port challenges his stablemate for favouritism in the Betfred Bowl” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Looking ahead to Saturday’s John Smith’s Grand National, there has been further support for Giles Cross and Betfred now make Victor Dartnell’s stayer the 10/1 second-favourite (from 12/1).

Betfred Bowl – sponsors bet: 10/3 Riverside Theatre; 7/2 (from 4) Burton Port; 9/2 (from 6) Medermit; 5 Hunt Ball; 10 Master Of The Hall, Nacarat; 11 What A Friend; 20 Carruthers, Diamond Harry; 25 Follow The Plan; 33 Roberto Goldback.

1/5 1-2-3

¼ 1-2-3-4

John Smith’s Grand National – Betfred bet: 8 Synchronised; 10 (from 12) Giles Cross; 12 Junior, On His Own, West End Rocker; 14 Ballabriggs, Cappa Bleu, Chicago Grey; 16 Becauseicouldntsee, Killyglen, Seabass, Sunnyhillboy; 20 According To Pete, Organisedconfusion, Shakalakaboomboom, Treacle; 25 Always Right, Calgary Bay, Neptune Collonges; 28 Planet Of Sound; 33 Alfa Beat, Always Waining, Black Apalachi, Le Beau Bai, Mon Mome, Quiscover Fontaine, Rare Bob, The Midnight Club, Weird Al; 40 Deep Purple, State Of Play; 50 Vic Venturi; 66 Any Currency, Arbor Supreme, Hello Bud, Midnight Haze, Swing Bill, Tatenen, Tharawaat, Viking Blond; 100 Abbeybraney, Ballyvesey, In Compliance, Neptune Equester, Our Island, Postmaster, Smoking Aces.

¼ 1-2-3-4

John Smith's Grand National: What weight will the winner carry? - Betfred bet: 2/5 Under 11st, 7/4 11st and over.

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Synchronised heads Grand National market as 48 left in

Synchronised heads the market for Saturday's John Smith's Grand National at 8/1 with Aintree's official betting partner Betfred following the latest declaration stage in which a total of 48 horses were left in. Betfred are now non-runner, no bet on all bets placed on the big race from this morning onwards.

The Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup winner has been left in the race and is all set to carry top-weight should he please trainer Jonjo O'Neill in his last piece of work this week.

“Synchronised looks all set to attempt to become the first horse since Golden Miller in 1934 to win the Gold Cup and Grand National in the same year and he'll surely go off favourite should connections give him the go-ahead,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Junior is the 10/1 second-favourite ahead of West End Rocker and Ruby Walsh's mount On His Own, both of whom are priced up at 12/1.

Betfred Bowl – sponsors bet: 3 Riverside Theatre, 4 Burton Port, 6 Medermit, 7 Albertas Run, 8 Hunt Ball, Nacarat, 10 Weird Al, 12 Poquelin, 14 Master Of The Hall, Time For Rupert, What A Friend, 16 Diamond Harry, 25 Carruthers, Follow The Plan, Tidal Bay, 33 Roberto Goldback.

1/5 1-2-3

John Smith’s Topham Chase – Betfred bet: 8 Triangular, 12 Always Waining, Little Josh, 14Aimigayle, Chance du Roy, Fabalu, Frankie Figg, 16 Apt Approach, Bob Lingo, Buffalo Bob, Carrickboy, Fistral Beach, In Compliance, 20 Gonebeyondrecall, Paradis de Thaix, Tartak, 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

John Smith’s Grand National – Betfred bet: 8 Synchronised, 10 Junior, 12 On His Own, West End Rocker, 14 Ballabriggs, Cappa Bleu, Chicago Grey, 16 Becauseicouldntsee, Giles Cross, Killyglen, Seabass, Sunnyhillboy, 20 Organisedconfusion, Planet Of Sound, Shakalakaboomboom, Treacle, 25 Always Right, Calgary Bay, Neptune Collonges, 33 According To Pete, Alfa Beat, Always Waining, The Midnight Club, Quiscover Fontaine, Rare Bob, Weird Al, 40 Deep Purple, Le Beau Bai, Mon Mome, State Of Play, 50 Black Apalachi, Vic Venturi, 66 Arbor Supreme, Any Currency, Hello Bud, Midnight Haze, Saddlers Storm, Swing Bill, Tatenen, Tharawaat, Viking Blond, 100 Abbeybraney, Ballyvesey, In Compliance, Our Island, Postmaster, Neptune Equester, Smoking Aces

¼ 1-2-3-4 - Non runner, no bet

John Smith's Grand National: What weight will the winner carry? - Betfred bet: 2/5 Under 11st, 7/4 11st and over.

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John Smith's Grand National: Age of Winner - Betfred bet: 15/8 Nine-year-old, 5/2 Ten-year-old, 3/1 Eight-year-old, 11/2 Eleven-year-old, 14/1 Twelve-year-old, 22/1 Seven-year-old, 50/1 Thirteen-year-old, 50/1 Fourteen-year-old.

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John Smith's Grand National Specials - Betfred bet: 7/4 Irish-trained winner; 11/2 Jonjo O’Neill-trained winner; 7/1 Willie Mullins-trained winner; 9/1 David Pipe-trained winner; 7/1 AP McCoy-ridden winner; 10/1 Ruby Walsh-ridden winner; 10/1 Nicky Henderson-trainer winner; 12/1 Donald McCain-trained winner;

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2012 Aidan O’Brien-trained UK Classic Winners – Betfred bet: 11/4 One; 11/4 Two; 3/1 Zero;7/2 Three; 10/1 Four; 40 Five.

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QIPCO 2000 Guineas – Betfred bet: 9/4 Camelot, 6 Most Improved, 7 Top Offer, 12 Born To Sea, Nephrite, 14 Akeed Mofeed, French Fifteen, Parish Hall, 16 Abtaal, Power, 20 Tales of Grimm, 25 Bronterre, Daddy Longlegs, Dragon Pulse, Fencing, Mighty Ambition, Trumpet Major,33 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

QIPCO 1000 Guineas – Betfred bet: 3 Maybe, 6 Discourse, 7 Wading, 10 Lyric Of Light, 14Mashoora, 16 La Collina, Lightening Pearl, 20 Diala, Elusive Kate, Kissed, 25 Best Terms, Samitar, The Fugue, Twirl, 33 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Investec Oaks – Betfred bet: 6 Wading, 9 Maybe, 12 Discourse, Lyric Of Light, 16 Kissed, 20Mandistana, The Fugue, Was, 25 Dalkala, Dreams Of Fire, Eternal Bounty, Firdaws, Lacily, Sagawara, Samitar, Shembara, Twirl, Up, Wonderful, 33 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Investec Derby – Betfred bet: 5/2 Camelot, 14 Akeed Mofeed, 16 Parish Hall, 20 Apollo, Born To Sea, Imperial Monarch, Kesampour, Mandaean, Mighty Ambition, 25 Bonfire, Daddy Long Legs, David Livingston, Fencing, Swedish Sailor, Top Offer, Wrote, 33 Astrology, Call To Battle, Encke, Jungle Beat, Noble Mission, Perennial, Shantaram, Thomas Chippendale, Wrotham Heath, 40bar.

¼ 1-2-3

2013 Champion Hurdle – Betfred bet: 5 Hurricane Fly, Rock On Ruby, 10 Spirit Son, 12Grandouet, Zarkandar, 16 Cinders And Ashes, 20 Darlan, 33 Countrywide Flame.

¼ 1-2-3

2013 Champion Chase – Betfred bet: 11/8 Sprinter Sacre, 4 Finian’s Rainbow, 5 Sizing Europe.

¼ 1-2-3

Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup – sponsors bet: 6 Sir Des Champs, 8 Bobs Worth, Long Run, Synchronised, 12 First Lieutenant, 20 Flemenstar, Grands Crus, Last Instalment, Riverside Theatre, 25 Burton Port, Hunt Ballo, The Giant Bolster.

¼ 1-2-3

Next weekend’s totescoop6 guaranteed to the tune of £1million

This afternoon’s totescoop6 win fund was not won after Aurora’s Encore took the fifth leg at Haydock, knocking out the remaining six tickets.

Only 5,290 were left in after 11/1 shot Nazreef took the first leg at Kempton and by the time Thimaar had won the Betfred The Bonus King Queen’s Prize, only six tickets remained.

All eyes now turn to Aintree’s Grand National meeting next weekend and the totescoop6 will be worth £1,000,000 as both the win and bonus funds will be guaranteed.

There will be a guaranteed £250,000 in Saturday’s win fund whilst the bonus fund will be guaranteed to the tune of £750,000 the following weekend for anyone lucky enough to win the bet on Grand National day.

“Next Saturday’s totescoop6 could create yet another millionaire as not only is the win fund now guaranteed to £250,000 but there will be a further £750,000 up for grabs in the bonus fund the following weekend,” said totepool spokesman George Primarolo.

A total of £222,032 was bet into this afternoon’s pool and there were only 23 winners of the place fund, each of whom picks up a healthy £1,930.70.

totescoop6 dividends - 07/04/12

Win: Not Won
Place: £1,930.70

totescoop6 rollovers – 07/04/12

Win: £250,000 guaranteed (£137,687)
Bonus: £750,000 guaranteed (£594,202)

totescoop6 leg breakdown – 07/04/12

After Leg 1 - 2.05 Kempton:        Nazreef                         5,290
After Leg 2 - 2.25 Haydock:        Sound Accord                266
After Leg 3 - 2.55 Haydock:        Hada Men                     37
After Leg 4 - 3.15 Kempton:        Thimaar                           6
After Leg 5 - 3.30 Haydock:        Auroras Encore              0
After Leg 6 - 3.50 Musselburgh:   Chapter Seven              0

Triangular 8/1 favourite for Topham Chase

Triangular has been installed as the 8/1 favourite by Betfred for Friday’s John Smith’s Topham Chase at Aintree following the six-day entry stage.

Tom George’s gelding was the impressive winner of a handicap chase at Newbury on his latest start having won on his British debut at Warwick earlier in the year.

“Triangular won with any amount in hand last time out at Newbury and could run a big race in the Topham if taking to the big Aintree fences,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Dual winner Always Waining is next in the market at 12/1 with the quintet of Chance du Roy, Little Josh, Frankie Figg, Aimigayle and Fabalu all priced up at 14/1.

Looking ahead to Thursday’s Betfred Bowl, Hunt Ball has been cut to 8/1 (from 10/1) with the sponsors following sustained support.

Betfred Bowl – sponsors bet: 3 Riverside Theatre, 4 Burton Port, 6 Medermit, 7 Albertas Run, 8 (from 10) Hunt Ball, Nacarat, 10 Weird Al, 12 Poquelin, 14 Master Of The Hall, Time For Rupert, What A Friend, 16 Diamond Harry, 25 Carruthers, Follow The Plan, Tidal Bay, 33 Roberto Goldback.

1/5 1-2-3

John Smith’s Topham Chase – Betfred bet: 8 Triangular, 12 Always Waining, 14 Chance du Roy, Little Josh, Frankie Figg, Aimigayle, Fabalu, 16 Apt Approach, Fistral Beach, Carrickboy, In Compliance, Bob Lingo, Buffalo Bob, 20 Tartak, Gonebeyondrecall, Paradis de Thaix, 25 Giorgio Quercus, Matuhi, Viking Blond, Arklow Ger, Sunday City, Rio Gael, Douglas Julian, Bai Zhu, Montoyas Son, Nikola, 33 Herecomesthetruth, Moon Over Miami, Wake Board, Minella Theatre, Massinis Sunset.

¼ 1-2-3-4

John Smith’s Grand National – Betfred bet: 8 Synchronised, 10 Junior, 12 (from 14) On His Own, 14 Ballabriggs, Burton Port, Cappa Bleu, Chicago Grey, 16 Becauseicouldntsee, Killyglen, Seabass, West End Rocker, 20 Organisedconfusion, Planet Of Sound, Shakalakaboomboom, Sunnyhillboy, 25 Always Right, Apt Approach, Calgary Bay, Deep Purple, Giles Cross, Midnight Chase, Neptune Collonges, Roberto Goldback, Roulez Cool, The Midnight Club, Treacle, 33 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

John Smith's Grand National: What weight will the winner carry? - Betfred bet: 4/6 Under 11st, 11/10 11st and over.

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John Smith's Grand National Specials - Betfred bet: 2/1 Irish-trained winner; 11/2 Jonjo O’Neill-trained winner; 6/1 Willie Mullins-trained winner; 8/1 David Pipe-trained winner; 8/1 AP McCoy-ridden winner; 10/1 Ruby Walsh-ridden winner; 10/1 Nicky Henderson-trainer winner; 12/1 Donald McCain-trained winner;

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2012 Aidan O’Brien-trained UK Classic Winners – Betfred bet: 11/4 One; 11/4 Two; 3/1 Zero; 7/2 Three; 10/1 Four; 40 Five.

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QIPCO 2000 Guineas – Betfred bet: 9/4 Camelot, 6 Most Improved, 7 Top Offer, 12 Born To Sea, Nephrite, 14 Akeed Mofeed, French Fifteen, Parish Hall, 16 Abtaal, Power, 20 Tales of Grimm, 25 Bronterre, Daddy Longlegs, Dragon Pulse, Fencing, Mighty Ambition, Trumpet Major, 33 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

QIPCO 1000 Guineas – Betfred bet: 3 Maybe, 6 Discourse, 7 Wading, 10 Lyric Of Light, 14 Mashoora, 16 La Collina, Lightening Pearl, 20 Diala, Elusive Kate, Kissed, 25 Best Terms, Samitar, The Fugue, Twirl, 33 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Investec Oaks – Betfred bet: 6 Wading, 9 Maybe, 12 Discourse, Lyric Of Light, 16 Kissed, 20 Mandistana, The Fugue, Was, 25 Dalkala, Dreams Of Fire, Eternal Bounty, Firdaws, Lacily, Sagawara, Samitar, Shembara, Twirl, Up, Wonderful, 33 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Investec Derby – Betfred bet: 5/2 Camelot, 14 Akeed Mofeed, 16 Parish Hall, 20 Apollo, Born To Sea, Imperial Monarch, Kesampour, Mandaean, Mighty Ambition, 25 Bonfire, Daddy Long Legs, David Livingston, Fencing, Swedish Sailor, Top Offer, Wrote, 33 Astrology, Call To Battle, Encke, Jungle Beat, Noble Mission, Perennial, Shantaram, Thomas Chippendale, Wrotham Heath, 40 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

2013 Champion Hurdle – Betfred bet: 5 Hurricane Fly, Rock On Ruby, 10 Spirit Son, 12 Grandouet, Zarkandar, 16 Cinders And Ashes, 20 Darlan, 33 Countrywide Flame.

¼ 1-2-3

2013 Champion Chase – Betfred bet: 11/8 Sprinter Sacre, 4 Finian’s Rainbow, 5 Sizing Europe.

¼ 1-2-3

Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup – sponsors bet: 6 Sir Des Champs, 8 Bobs Worth, Long Run, Synchronised, 12 First Lieutenant, 20 Flemenstar, Grands Crus, Last Instalment, Riverside Theatre, 25 Burton Port, Hunt Ballo, The Giant Bolster.

¼ 1-2-3

Around £750,000 up for grabs on this weekend’s totescoop6

Around £750,000 will be up for grabs on this weekend’s totescoop6 after both the win and bonus funds rolled over last Saturday at Doncaster.

No-one managed to land the win fund last weekend which means there is a rollover of £59,976 in that particular pot whilst the nine punters who were looking to land the bonus fund in the William Hill Lincoln at Doncaster were also out of luck which means there will be at least £560,897 to play for if anyone wins tomorrow’s bet.

This weekend’s totescoop6 sees top-class action from both codes with three races over the sticks at Haydock as well as three races on the level from Kempton Park and Musselburgh. The highlight of the bet sees a field of 14 line up for the Betfred Bonus King Queen’s Prize Handicap at Kempton Park where Rasheed will be looking to build on the progress he’s made on the all-weather this winter.

“This weekend’s totescoop6 looks competitive but the rewards are there should anyone land the bet as they’ll get a chance to go for the huge bonus fund on Grand National day next weekend,” said totepool spokesman George Primarolo.

The totejackpot is at Haydock on Saturday whilst the totetrifecta rollover race will be the Betfair, Don’t Settle For Less Handicap Hurdle (2.55 Haydock).

totescoop6 races – 07/04/12

Leg 1: 2.05 Kempton
Leg 2: 2.25 Haydock
Leg 3: 2.55 Haydock
Leg 4: 3.15 Kempton
Leg 5: 3.30 Haydock
Leg 6: 3.50 Musselburgh

totescoop6 rollovers – 07/04/12

Win: £59,976
Bonus: £560,897

totejackpot Meeting – 07/04/12

Haydock

totetrifecta/toteswinger rollover race – 07/04/12

2.55 Haydock

Riverside Theatre installed 3/1 favourite for Betfred Bowl

Riverside Theatre has been installed as the 3/1 favourite by the sponsors for the Betfred Bowl after a total of 16 horses were entered in the race at the six-day stage.

The Ryanair Chase winner heads the market ahead of 4/1 shot Burton Port who is expected to line up at Aintree on Thursday rather than take up an engagement in the John Smith’s Grand National two days later.

“Nicky Henderson looks set to have a strong hand in Thursday’s Betfred Bowl with Riverside Theatre and Burton Port currently heading the market but Medermit could give them both something to think about with the step up in trip almost certain to suit,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Medermit, who finished third behind Riverside Theatre in the Ryanair Chase, is the 6/1 third-favourite with last year’s Betfred Bowl winner Nacarat an 8/1 shot.

Hunt Ball steps up in class having taken the Pulteney Land Investments Novices’ Handicap Chase at the Cheltenham Festival and has been priced up at 10/1 to complete his fairytale rise up the chasing ladder.

Betfred Bowl – sponsors bet: 3 Riverside Theatre, 4 Burton Port, 6 Medermit, 7 Albertas Run, 8 Nacarat, 10 Hunt Ball, Weird Al, 12 Poquelin, 14 Master Of The Hall, Time For Rupert, What A Friend, 16 Diamond Harry, 25 Carruthers, Follow The Plan, Tidal Bay, 33 Roberto Goldback.

1/5 1-2-3

John Smith’s Grand National – Betfred bet: 8 Junior, 9 Synchronised, 14 Ballabriggs, Burton Port, Cappa Bleu, Chicago Grey, On His Own, 16 Becauseicouldntsee, Killyglen, Seabass, Sunnyhillboy, West End Rocker, 20 Giles Cross, Planet Of Sound, Shakalakaboomboom, Treacle, 25 Always Right, Apt Approach, Calgary Bay, Deep Purple, Midnight Chase, Neptune Collonges, Organisedconfusion, Roberto Goldback, Roulez Cool, The Midnight Club, 33 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

FRED DECLARES TITLE RACE OVER

Betfred boss Fred Done has once again decided it’s already time to pay out on Manchester United's 20th Premier League title.

Two late goals for the reds at Blackburn on Monday night stretched their lead to five points and the Manchester United supporting bookmaker decided there was no way back for City now.

Fred Done said,

“Even with the Derby to come a five point lead is just too much for City, so once again I’m letting my United punters have their dough early to the tune of just over half million quid.”

Fred Done was the first ever bookmaker to pay out early back in March 1998 when Manchester United were twelve points clear of Arsenal, only for the Gunners to pip the reds by one point.

Fred added,

“Back in 1998 Fergie told me to never pay out early again but Sir Alex need not worry, I’ve not got it wrong this time, United are past the post for a record twentieth Premier League title.”

However the bookmaker does believe the experience will serve City well for the future and has installed the Blues as 7/4 favourites for next season’s Premier League.

Premier League 2012 - 2013

Man City	7/4
Man Utd	9/4
Chelsea	9/2
Arsenal	7/1
Tottenham	12/1
Liverpool	16/1

totescoop6 bonus fund rolls over after Brae Hill takes the Lincoln

This afternoon’s totescoop6 bonus fund was not won after last weekend’s nine winners were out of luck in the William Hill Lincoln which eventually went to 25/1 shot Brae Hill.

Four of the winners went for third-placed Fury, two were on favourite Eton Forever, one on runner-up Mull Of Killough, one of fourth-placed Edinburgh Knight whilst £2 William Hill shop punter Rachel Gomersall went for Mia’s Boy.

Their failure to pick the winner means that there is now £560,897 in the bonus fund but no-one will be going for that particular pot next Saturday as this afternoon’s win fund was not won which sees a total of £59,976 roll over to next weekend.

“Several of this weekend’s totescoop6 bonus hunters were in with a big shout heading into the final furlong of the Lincoln but their selections couldn’t quite get to Brae Hill which means next weekend’s bet could be worth around £800,000,” said totepool spokesman George Primarolo.

A total of £171,360 was bet into this afternoon’s pool and there were only 6 winners of the place fund, each of whom picks up a healthy £5,712.00.

totescoop6 dividends - 31/03/12

Win: Not Won
Place: £5,712.00

totescoop6 rollovers – 31/03/12

Win: £59,976
Bonus: £560,897

totescoop6 leg breakdown – 31/03/12

After Leg 1 - 2.05 Doncaster:      Norse Blues                  180
After Leg 2 - 2.20 Kempton:        Arctic Cosmos               90
After Leg 3 - 2.40 Doncaster:      The Cheka                     9
After Leg 4 - 3.15 Doncaster:      Brae Hill                        0
After Leg 5 - 3.30 Kempton:        Charles Camoin             0
After Leg 6 - 3.50 Doncaster:      My Boy Bill                   0

Nine totescoop6 winners aim to land the £535,193 totescoop6 bonus fund

A total of nine winning tickets will be hoping to land this weekend’s totescoop6 bonus fund after they were successful in last Saturday’s bet.

Not only have the winners already picked up £36,964 but they now have the chance to land the whopping £535,193 in the bonus fund if they successfully pick the winner of the William Hill Lincoln at Doncaster.

The successful punters include Rachel Gomersall from Pontefract, West Yorkshire, who won the bet having staked just £2 in a William Hill shop and also an 80-strong syndicate from The Gambling Times website who won the bet twice last weekend.

“We wish all the nine totescoop6 winners all the very best as they aim to land a life-changing sum on this weekend’s bonus race,” said Betfred chairman Fred Done.

The totejackpot is at Doncaster on Saturday whilst the totetrifecta rollover race will be the William Hill Lincoln (3.15 Doncaster).

totescoop6 races – 31/03/12

Leg 1: 2.05 Doncaster
Leg 2: 2.20 Kempton
Leg 3: 2.40 Doncaster
Leg 4: 3.15 Doncaster
Leg 5: 3.30 Kempton
Leg 6: 3.50 Doncaster

totescoop6 rollovers – 31/03/12

Bonus: £535,193

totejackpot Meeting – 31/03/12

Doncaster

totetrifecta/toteswinger rollover race – 31/03/12

3.15 Doncaster

Nine Punters Chase Over Half Million Next Weekend on Scoop 6

Nine punters are celebrating after landing £36,964 on the Scoop 6 after the well backed George Guru won the final leg at Lingfield.

A total of 20 tickets were left heading into the sixth leg but the favourite George Guru was impressive in the last.

The nine punters will now chase a massive bonus of £535,193 next weekend and the bonus race is likely to be the Lincoln at Doncaster.

“Congratulations to the nine punters who picked up nearly 37 grand but next week’s bonus is a life changing amount of well over half a million quid,” said Totepool spokesman Mark Pearson.

A total of £420,644 was bet into this afternoon’s pool and there were 197 winners of the place fund, each of whom picks up £427.

Saturday’s turnover £420,644

Win £36,964 9 winners

Place                        £427.00                       197 winners

Bonus                         Not Won                     rollover £535,193

Results:

Leg 1 - Lingfield 2.25 - 80,759 tickets left in

Leg 2 - Newbury 2.40 - 35,991

Leg 3 - Lingfield 2.55 - 681

Leg 4 - Lingfield 3.25 - 79

Leg 5 - Newbury 3.40 - 20

Leg 6 - Lingfield 4.00 - 9

Over £750,000 to play for on this weekend’s totescoop6

A single winner of this Saturday’s totescoop6 could pocket over £750,000 after punters drew a blank at Uttoxeter last weekend.

The win fund currently stands at £185,454 whilst the bonus pot has swelled to £472,096.
Punters will need to pick the winners of four flat and two jumps races from Lingfield and Newbury if they are to land this weekend’s bet.

‘This weekend’s totescoop6 provides plenty for fans of both codes to sink their teeth into and a single winner could be in line for a £750,000-plus payday,’ said totepool spokesman Andrew Griffiths.

Saturday’s totejackpot meeting is at Newbury whilst the totetrifecta rollover race will be the EBF Ultima Business Solutions Mares’ “National Hunt” Novices’ Hurdle Finale (2.40 Newbury).

totescoop6 races – 24/03/2012

Leg 1: 2.25 Lingfield
Leg 2: 2.40 Newbury
Leg 3: 2.55 Lingfield
Leg 4: 3.25 Lingfield
Leg 5: 3.40 Newbury
Leg 6: 4.00 Lingfield

totescoop6 rollovers – 24/03/2012

Win: £185,454
Bonus: £472,096

totejackpot – 24/03/2012

Newbury

totetrifecta rollover race – 24/03/2012

2.40 Newbury

Synchronised heads Grand National market after latest declaration stage

Synchronised heads the market at 8/1 with Aintree’s official betting partner Betfred for the John Smith’s Grand National after the latest declaration stage in which a total of 59 horses were left in the race.

The Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup winner is rated as a ‘possible’ runner by his trainer Jonjo O’Neill and is set to carry top weight of 11st 10lb if he is given the go-ahead.

“Synchronised would be a fascinating contender if given the all-clear to run in the Grand National as the Gold Cup winner is essentially now 7lb well-in on the back of his Cheltenham Festival success,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

The Willie Mullins-trained Prince de Beauchene is next in the market at 9/1 with former ante-post favourite Junior a 10/1 shot. Mullins has a total of six entries in the race and is rated a 7/2 shot by Betfred to train the winner.

Flat Jockeys’ Championship – Betfred bet: 7/2 Richard Hughes, Ryan Moore, 4 Kieren Fallon, Silvestre de Sousa, 11/2 Paul Hanagan, 16 William Buick, Joe Fanning, Jamie Spence, 20 Luke Morris, 40 Tom Queally, 50 Philip Makin, Neil Callan, Frankie Dettori, 66 Freddie Tylicki, Seb Sanders, 100 Johnny Murtagh, Tom Eaves, 150 Hayley Turner.

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William Hill Lincoln – Betfred bet: 10 Fury, Primaeval, 12 Eton Forever, Font Of Wisdom, Man Of Action, 14 Cocozza, Edinburgh Knight, Robemaker, Start Right, 16 Barren Brook, Bonnie Brae, Brae Hill, Chiswick Bey, Dubawi Sound, Glor Na Mara, Kyllachy Star, Penitent, Pintura, Smarty Socks, Take It To The Max, 20 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Dubai World Cup – Betfred bet: 3 So You Think, 11/2 Smart Falcon, 7 Game On Dude, 8 Royal Delta, 11 Master Of Hounds, Zazou, 12 Capponi, Transcend, 14 Eishin Flash, 16 Gitano Hernando, Mendip, Silver Pond, 20 Monterosso, 25 Prince Bishop.

¼ 1-2-3

John Smith’s Grand National – Betfred bet: 8 Synchronised, 9 Prince de Beauchene, 10 Junior, 12 Burton Port, 16 Ballabriggs, Seabass, West End Rocker, 20 Becauseicouldntsee, Cappa Bleu, Chicago Grey, Giles Cross, Midnight Chase, Neptune Collonges, On His Own, Quel Esprit, Roberto Goldback, Sunnyhillboy, Treacle, 25 Apt Approach, Calgary Bay, Deep Purple, Killyglen, Planet Of Sound, Roulez Cool, Shakalakaboomboom, The Midnight Club, 33 According To Pete, Alfa Beat, Always Right, Always Waining, Le Beau Bai, Organisedconfusion, Pearlysteps, Quiscover Fontaine, State Of Play, The Package, Viking Blond, Weird Al, 40 Arbor Supreme, Ballyvesey, Mon Mome, Postmaster, Rare Bob, Tatenen, Vic Venturi, 50 Another Palm, Any Currency, Black Apalachi, Hello Bud, Midnight Haze, Our Island, Swing Bill, Tharawaat, 66 In Compliance, Psycho, Saddlers Storm, 100 Abbeybraney, Neptune Equester, Smoking Aces.

¼ 1-2-3-4

John Smith's Grand National: What weight will the winner carry? - Betfred bet: 8/11 Under 11st, Evs 11st and over.

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John Smith's Grand National: Age of Winner - Betfred bet: 9/4 Nine-year-old, 11/4 Ten-year-old, 3/1 Eight-year-old, 11/2 Eleven-year-old, 14/1 Twelve-year-old, 16/1 Seven'-year-old, 50/1 Thirteen-year-old, 50/1 Fourteen-year-old.

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John Smith's Grand National Specials - Betfred bet: 9/4 Irish-trained winner; 7/2 Willie Mullins-trained winner; 10/1 David Pipe-trained winner; 10/1 Nicky Henderson-trainer winner; 12/1 Donald McCain-trained winner; 12/1 Ruby Walsh-ridden winner; 12/1 AP McCoy-ridden winner; 16/1 Paul Nicholls-trained winner

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QIPCO 2000 Guineas – Betfred bet: 9/4 Camelot, 8 Top Offer, 10 Harbour Watch, Most Improved, Nephrite, 12 Power, 14 Akeed Mofeed, Born To Sea, 16 Abtaal, Fencing, 20 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

QIPCO 1000 Guineas – Betfred bet: 7/2 Maybe, 7 Discourse, 10 Wading, 12 La Collina, Lyric Of Light, 16 Gamilati, Lightening Pearl, 20 Elusive Kate, Kissed, Topeka, Twirl, 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Investec Oaks – Betfred bet: 8 Maybe, Wading, 16 Kissed, 20 Was, 25 Firdaws.

¼ 1-2-3

Investec Derby – Betfred bet: 3 Camelot, 16 Akeed Mofeed, Parish Hall, 20 Apollo, Born To Sea, Imperial Monarch, Mandaean, 25 Bonfire, David Livingston, Fencing, Top Offer, 33 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

2013 Champion Hurdle – Betfred bet: 4 Rock On Ruby, 5 Hurricane Fly, 12 Grandouet, Spirit Son, 16 Cinders And Ashes, 33 Countrywide Flame.

¼ 1-2-3

2013 Champion Chase – Betfred bet: 11/8 Sprinter Sacre, 4 Finian’s Rainbow, 5 Sizing Europe.

¼ 1-2-3

Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup – sponsors bet: 6 Synchronised, Long Run, 7 Sir Des Champs, 8 Bobs Worth, 12 First Lieutenant, Burton Port, 20 Grands Crus.

¼ 1-2-3

totescoop6 not won after Lackamon takes final leg

This afternoon’s totescoop6 was not won after neither Glens Boy nor Bruslini could win the final leg at Uttoxeter which eventually went to Lackamon.

There were a total of three tickets heading into the sixth race with two on Bruslini and one on Glens Boy but neither could land a blow which means there is now a total of £185,454 in the win fund whilst the bonus pot has now risen to £472,096.

“Lackamon’s victory in the final leg at Uttoxeter ensured that this weekend’s totescoop6 was not won which means next Saturday’s bet could be worth over £750,000,” said totepool spokesman George Primarolo.

A total of £307,010 was bet into this afternoon’s pool and there were only 13 winners of the place fund, each of whom picks up a healthy £4,723.20.

totescoop6 dividends - 17/03/12

Win: Not Won
Place: £4,723.20

totescoop6 rollovers – 17/03/12

Win: £185,454
Bonus: £472,096

totescoop6 leg breakdown – 17/03/12

After Leg 1 - 2.10 Uttoxeter:        Trip The Light                 16,710
After Leg 2 - 2.25 Ffos Las:         Lava Lamp                     1,702
After Leg 3 - 2.45 Uttoxeter:        Volador                         615
After Leg 4 - 3.20 Uttoxeter:        Master Overseer            8
After Leg 5 - 3.35 Ffos Las:         Victors Serenade           3
After Leg 6 - 3.55 Uttoxeter:        Lackamon                     0

Record toteplacepot pool caps off a fantastic day for totepool

Total totepool racecourse turnover on the final day of the Cheltenham Festival was up a huge 11.26% at £3,332,953 compared to £2,995,593 at the corresponding meeting last year.

There was also the biggest ever toteplacepot pool this afternoon which was £1,016,486 which beat the previous record of £989,577 which was also on the first day of the Festival back in 2008.

Total totepool turnover on the Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup stood at £944,707 which was up 10.27% from last year.

“The biggest ever toteplacepot pool has capped off a fantastic week for totepool with on-course turnover up a whopping 11% on the final day of the Festival,” said totepool spokesman George Primarolo.

This afternoon’s totejackpot was not won and there will be a £150,000 guaranteed payout if the bet is won tomorrow at Uttoxeter. There is also a rollover of £37,695 to tomorrow’s totetrifecta race which is the Betfred Midlands Grand National at Uttoxeter.

Cheltenham Festival – Day Four

2012 totepool racecourse turnover: £3,322,953 (up 11.26%)
2011 totepool racecourse turnover: £2,995,593

totejackpot pool: £100,000 guaranteed
totejackpot dividend: Not Won - £150,000 guaranteed at Uttoxeter tomorrow.

toteplacepot pool: £1,016,486 (biggest ever toteplacepot pool)
toteplacepot dividend: £672.40 (1,182.50 winning units)

Final day of the Cheltenham Festival belongs to bookies

The final day of the Cheltenham Festival belonged firmly to the bookies as 8/1 shot Synchronised won the Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup under AP McCoy.

Last year’s winner Long Run went off the well-backed 7/4 favourite but could only finish third behind Jonjo O’Neill’s gelding and the 50/1 shot The Giant Bolster. Kauto Star pressed for the lead early on but was soon under pressure and was eventually pulled up before the ninth fence.

Brindisi Breeze also did the layers a huge favour in the race before the Gold Cup by beating Irish banker Boston Bob in the Albert Bartlett Novices’ Hurdle.

“Synchronised’s victory in the Gold Cup has capped off a fantastic day for the layers who not only got Long Run and Kauto Star beaten but also Irish hotpot Boston Bob in the previous race,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Synchronised is the 6/1 joint-favourite alongside Long Run for next year’s Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup with the sponsors with Jewson winner Sir Des Champs next in the market at 7/1.

Betfred Midlands Grand National – sponsors bet: 7 Another Palm, 15/2 Clash Duff, 8 Posh Bird, 10 Maringo Bay, Roalco de Farges, 12 Connak, Master Overseer, 14 Arbor Supreme, Ballyfoy, 16 Chamirey, Honourable Arthur, Mohayer, Mohi Rahrere, Mr Moss, 18 Tamarinbleu, 20 Major Malarkey, 22 Ballyfitz, 28 Hills Of Aran.

¼ 1-2-3-4

John Smith’s Grand National – Betfred bet: 8 Synchronised, 9 Prince De Beauchene, 10 Junior, 12 Burton Port, 16 Ballabriggs, Seabass, West End Rocker, 20 Becauseicouldtsee, Cappa Bleu, Chicago Grey, Giles Cross, Midnight Chase, Neptune Collonges, On His Own, Quel Esprit, Roberto Goldback, Sunnyhillboy, Treacle, 25 Apt Approach, Calgary Bay, Deep Purple, Hold On Julio, Planet Of Sound, Roulez Cool, Shakalakaboomboom, The Midnight Club, 33 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

2013 Champion Hurdle – Betfred bet: 4 Rock On Ruby, 5 Hurricane Fly, 12 Grandouet, Spirit Son, 16 Cinders And Ashes, 33 Countrywide Flame.

¼ 1-2-3

2013 Champion Chase – Betfred bet: 11/8 Sprinter Sacre, 4 Finian’s Rainbow, 5 Sizing Europe.

¼ 1-2-3

Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup – sponsors bet: 6 Synchronised, Long Run, 7 Sir Des Champs, 8 Bobs Worth, 12 First Lieutenant, Burton Port, 20 Grands Crus.

¼ 1-2-3

Around £600,000 up for grabs on this weekend’s totescoop6

This weekend’s totescoop6 could be worth around £600,000 after both the win and bonus funds rolled over at Sandown last weekend.

There is currently £78,001 in the win fund whilst the bonus pot has now swelled to £426,045. This weekend’s bet comes from Uttoxeter and Ffos Las with the highlight the Betfred Midlands Grand National where Clash Duff is currently the 7/1 favourite with the sponsors to land the marathon chase.

“The Cheltenham Festival may be over for another year but this weekend’s totescoop6 offers punters a great opportunity to land a fortune for a small stake with around £600,000 up for grabs,” said totepool spokesman George Primarolo

The totejackpot is at Uttoxeter on Saturday whilst the totetrifecta rollover race will be the Betfred Midlands Grand National (3.15 Sandown).

totescoop6 races – 17/03/12

Leg 1: 2.10 Uttoxeter
Leg 2: 2.25 Ffos Las
Leg 3: 2.45 Uttoxeter
Leg 4: 3.20 Uttoxeter
Leg 5: 3.35 Ffos Las
Leg 6: 3.55 Uttoxeter

totescoop6 rollovers – 17/03/12

Win: £78,001
Bonus: £426,045

totejackpot Meeting – 17/03/12

Uttoxeter

totetrifecta/toteswinger rollover race – 17/03/12

3.20 Uttoxeter

Punters hit back on third day of Cheltenham Festival

Punters hit back on the third day of the Cheltenham Festival after a string of well-backed favourites won.

Although favourite Peddlers Cross was turned over in the opening race, the eventual winner Sir Des Champs didn’t go unbacked but the damage was to come later in the day.

16/1 winner Cape Tribulation gave the bookies some respite in the Pertemps Final but four well-backed favourites on the bounce obliged soon after which mean punters have plenty to play with heading into the final day.

“The punters have roared back on the third day of Cheltenham which means honours are just about even heading into the Gold Cup day,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Long Run heads the market for tomorrow’s Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup with the sponsors at 9/4 with Kauto Star next in the market at 9/2.

“As a young lad growing up in Salford I never imagined being able to afford to go to the Cheltenham Festival, let alone sponsoring the feature race,” said Betfred chairman Fred Done.

“It will be a very proud and emotional day for me and fingers crossed we will have a cracking race.”

Long Run’s stablemate Burton Port is a 7/1 shot, just ahead of Midnight Chase and Synchronised who are both priced up at 10/1.

JCB Triumph Hurdle – Betfred bet: 6 Baby Mix, Sadler’s Risk, 13/2 Grumeti, 7 Pearl Swan, 8 Balder Success, 10 Shadow Catcher, 12 Darroun, Urbain de Sivola, 14 Dodging Bullets, Hollow Tree, 16 Hisaabaat, Ut de Sivola, 33 Asaid, Countrywide Flame, Wingtips, 50 Dysios, His Excellency, West Brit, 100 Arctic Reach, Mattoral.

¼ 1-2-3

Vincent O’Brien County Hurdle – Betfred bet: 8 Citizenship, 10 Moon Dice, 11 Olofi, 14 Dirar, Ifyouletmefinish, Raya Star, Snap Tie, Ted Spread, 16 Magnifique Etoile, Sailors Warn, 20 Alderwood, Local Hero, Master Of Arts, Plan A, Redera, Ubi Ace, 25 Ingleby Spirit, Lifestyle, 28 Court In Session, Starluck, The Bull Hayes, Via Galilei, 33 Alarazi, Clerk’s Choice, Desert Cry, Edgardo Sol, Hell’s Bay, 40 Dee Ee Williams.

¼ 1-2-3-4-5

Albert Bartlett Novices’ Hurdle – Betfred bet: 13/8 Boston Bob, 11/2 Mount Benbulben, 13/2 Sea Of Thunder, 8 Rocky Creek, 9 Brindisi Breeze, 14 Lovcen, 16 Ipsos du Berlais, Sivola de Sivola, 20 Fox Appeal, 25 Hard To Swallow, 28 Grand Vision, 33 Meister Eckhart, 40 Big Occasion, The Bosses Cousin, 50 Benheir, 66 Dawn Commander, The Druids Nephew, Tour des Champs, 100 American Spin, Fill The Power.

¼ 1-2-3

Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup – sponsors bet: 9/4 Long Run, 9/2 Kauto Star, 7 Burton Port, 10 Midnight Chase, Synchronised, 11 Weird Al, 14 Quel Esprit, 20 What A Friend, 33 Diamond Harry, 50 China Rock, Time For Rupert, 66 Carruthers, Knockara Beau, The Giant Bolster, 100 The Midnight Club.

¼ 1-2-3

Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup: Betting without Long Run & Kauto Star – sponsors bet: 11/4 Burton Port, 9/2 Midnight Chase, Synchronised, 5 Weird Al, 13/2 Quel Esprit, 10 What A Friend, 16 Diamond Harry, 25 China Rock, Time For Rupert, 28 Carruthers, Knockara Beau, 33 The Giant Bolster, 50 The Midnight Club.

¼ 1-2-3

Christie’s Foxhunter Steeplechase – Betfred bet: 6 Chapoturgeon, Cloudy Lane, 13/2 Salsify, 9 On The Fringe, 10 Merchant Royal, My Flora, 12 Roulez Cool, 14 Barbers Shop, 16 Boxer Georg, 20 Enter Paraside, Rowdy Rampage, 25 Just Amazing, 28 Herons Well, Keenans Future, 33 Blackstaff, Bradley, Eleazar, Not Before Eight, 40 Count Salazar, Oscar Delta, Picaroon, 50 Surenaga, Theatre Diva, Turko.

¼ 1-2-3

Martin Pipe Conditional Jockeys’ Handicap Hurdle – Betfred bet: 7 Bourne, Toner d’Oudairies, 8 Street Entertainer, 12 Make A Track, Oscar Nominee, 14 Molotof, Open Hearted, 16 Gormanstown Cuckoo, I’msingingtheblues, 20 Arab League, Changing Times, Dan Breen, Grandads Horse, 25 Art Professor, Attaglance, Empire Levant, Knight Pass, Like Minded, Tornado Bob, Wolf Moon, 33 Bocciani, Pateese, Rigidity, 40 Ski Sundat.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Johnny Henderson Grand Annual – Betfred bet: 8 Kid Cassidy, Toubab, 10 Astracad, De Boitron, Eradicate, 14 Free World, Kumbeshwar, Oiseau de Nuit, Slieveardagh, Tanks For That, 16 Bellvano, French Opera, Lucky William, Tara Royal, Ultimate, 20 Anquetta, Idarah, Norther Boy, Renard, 28 Cornas, 33 King Edmund.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Betfred Midlands Grand National – sponsors bet: 7 Clash Duff, 9 Maringo Bay, Master Overseer, Posh Bird, Roalco de Farges, 12 Another Palm, Arbor Supreme, Ballyfoy, Connak, Honourable Affair, 14 Jaunty Journey, Mohayer, Mohi Rahrere, Mr Moss, Tamarinbleu, 16 Chamirey, 20 Ballyfitz, Major Malarkey, 25 Hills Of Aran.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Bookies in front after day two of the Cheltenham Festival

The layers are firmly up at the halfway point of the Cheltenham Festival after both Grands Crus and Sizing Europe failed to do the business for favourite backers on the second day.

However, the first two results left bookies fearing the worst as the well-backed favourite Simonsig romped home in the Neptune Investment Management Novices’ Hurdle just after 5/1 jolly Teaforthree had justified market support in the National Hunt Chase.

“We feared the worst after the first two favourites went in but results were much kinder after that and the layers are definitely on the front foot at the halfway stage,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Barry Geraghty’s sparkling treble means he now heads the market at 1/6 to be Cheltenham Festival Top Jockey. Ruby Walsh is next in the betting at 5/1 whilst Jason Maguire, who has had two winners, is the only other jockey quoted at 16/1.

Cheltenham Festival Top Jockey – Betfred bet: 1/6 B Geraghty, 5 R Walsh, 16 J Maguire.

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Jewson Novices’ Chase - Betfred bet: 7/2 Peddlers Cross, Sir Des Champs, 5 Cristal Bonus, 6 For Non Stop, 15/2 Champion Court, Solix, 20 Zaynar, 25 Bold Sir Brian, Micheal Flips, 50 Duke Of Lucca, 100 Red Tanber, 150 Imperial Shabra.

¼ 1-2-3

Pertemps Final – Betfred bet: 5 Our Father, 8 Buena Vista, 9 Sergent Guib’s 10 Sonofvic, 12 Catch Me, 14 Thehillofuisneach, 16 Barwell Bridge, Cape Tribulation, Prince Erik, 20 Pineau De Re, Rick, 22 Ashkazar, Sir Kezbaah, 25 Bellflower Boy, Cantlow, Palace Jester, Restless Harry, Russian War, 28 Across The Bay, 33 Houblon Des Obeaux, Kayf Aramis, Pettifour, Reindeer Dippin, 40 Scotsbrook Cloud.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Ryanair Chase – Betfred bet: 11/2 Noble Prince, Riverside Theatre, 6 Somersby, 7 Medermit, 9 Albertas Run, Rubi Light, 10 Captain Chris, Great Endeavour, 16 Blazing Tempo, 20 Poquelin, 25 Kalahari King, Realt Dubh, 33 Forpadydeplasterer, Little Josh.

¼ 1-2-3

Ladbrokes World Hurdle – Betfred bet: 8/13 Big Buck’s, 9/2 Oscar Whisky, 9 Thousand Stars, 16 Dynaste, 18 Voler La Vedette, 22 So Young, 25 Mourad, 28 Smad Place, 40 Carlito Brigante, Mikael d’Haguenet, 66 Cross Kennon, Five Dream.

¼ 1-2-3

Ladbrokes World Hurdle: Betting Without Big Buck’s – Betfred bet: 7/4 Oscar Whisky, 7/2 Thousand Stars, 6 Dynaste, 8 Mourad, 9 Voler La Vedette, 10 So Young, 12 Smad Place, 16 Mikael d’Haguenet, 20 Carlito Brigante, 33 Cross Kennon, Five Dream.

¼ 1-2-3

Byrne Group Plate – Betfred bet: 4 Salut Flo, 7 Divers, 8 Crack Away Jack, 12 Holmwood Legend, 14 Hector’s Choice, Niceonefrankie, Notus de la Tour, 18 Giorgio Quercus, 20 Charingworth, Gilbarry, 25 Fine Parchment, Finger Onthe Pulse, Jack The Giant, Matuhi, Rebel du Marquis, Tartak, The Cockney Mackem, 33 Gansey, Glam Gerry, Mad Moose, 40 Life Of A Luso, Radetsky March, 50 Kilcrea Asla, Schindler’s Gold.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Fulke Walwyn Kim Muir Challenge Cup – Betfred bet: 8 Sunnyhillboy, 9 Up The Beat, 11 Brackloon High, 12 Becauseicouldntsee, Midnight Appeal, 14 Adams Island, Faasel, Mostly Bob, Sona Sasta, Start Me Up, Swing Bill, 16 Gurtacrue, The Hollinwell, Your Busy, 20 Be There In Five, Benbane Head, Exmoor Ranger, Summery Justice, 25 Fredo, Time For Spring, 33 Frontier Spirit, Piraya, The Sawyer, 50 Slippers Percy.

¼ 1-2-3-4

JCB Triumph Hurdle – Betfred bet: 6 Baby Mix, Grumeti, Pearl Swan, Sadler’s Risk, 8 Balder Success, 10 Darroun, Shadow Catcher, 14 Hisaabaat, 16 Dodging Bullets, Hollow Tree, Urbain de Sivola, 20 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Vincent O’Brien County Hurdle – Betfred bet: 9 Citizenship, Moon Dice, 10 Dirar, Paintball, 12 Raya Star, 14 Get Me Out Of Here, Olofi, Prospect Wells, Sire de Grugy, Snap Tie, Ted Spread, 16 Celtus, Ifyouletmefinish, Master Of Arts, Sailors Warn, 20 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Albert Bartlett Novices’ Hurdle – Betfred bet: 7/4 Boston Bob, 5 Mount Benbulben, 6 Rocky Creek, 7 Sea Of Thunder, 10 Brindisi Breeze, 14 Ipsos du Berlais, Make Your Mark, 16 Benefficient, 20 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup – sponsors bet: 7/4 Long Run, 7/2 Kauto Star, 7 Burton Port, 10 Midnight Chase, 12 Synchronised, Weird Al, 14 Quel Esprit, 20 What A Friend, 25 Diamond Harry, 50 Carruthers, China Rock, Time For Rupert, 66 The Giant Bolster, 100 Knockara Beau, The Midnight Club.

¼ 1-2-3

Christie’s Foxhunter Steeplechase – Betfred bet: 5 Chapoturgeon, 13/2 Salsify, 7 Cloudy Lane, 8 On The Fringe, 9 My Flora, 10 Monkerty Tunkerty, 12 Barbers Shop, 14 Boxer Georg, Enter Paradise, Roulez Cool, 16 Merchant Royal, 20 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Martin Pipe Conditional Jockeys’ Handicap Hurdle – Betfred bet: 8 Bourne, Street Entertainer, Toner d’Oudairies, 10 Big Easy, Decoy, 12 Cape Dutch, Dare Me, 14 Citizenship, Kazilan, Make A Track, Open Hearted, Oscar Nominee, Ted Spread, 16 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Johnny Henderson Grand Annual – Betfred bet: 13/2 Toubab, 7 De Boitron, 9 Astracad, 10 Kid Cassidy, Kumbeshwar, Slieveardagh, Ultimate, 11 Eradicate, 12 Bellvano, Oiseau de Nuit, Ultimate, 14 Edgardo Sol, French Opera, Idarah, Tanks For That, 16 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Betfred Midlands Grand National – sponsors bet: 8 Clash Duff, West End Rocker, 10 Blenheim Brook, Maringo Bay, Master Overseer, Posh Bird, Roalco de Farges, Sona Sasta, 12 Another Palm, Arbor Supreme, Ballycarney, Ballyfoy, Honourable Arthur, Jaunty Journey, Mid Div And Creep, Mr Moss, Tamarinbleu, 14 Connak, Mohayer, Mohi Rahrere, 16 Alfie Sherrin, Ballyfitz, Bench Warrant, Major Malarkey, Runshan, 20 Chamirey, Hills Of Aran, Kilcrea Asla, 25 Gone To Lunch, Mumbles Head, 33 Dream Alliance.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Long Run and Kauto Star declared for Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup

Long Run heads the market at 7/4 with the sponsors for the Betfred Chetlenham Gold Cup after a final field of fifteen was declared for Friday's race.

Dual winner Kauto Star is the 7/2 second-favourite ahead of Burton Port who is a 7/1 shot. Cheltenham specialist Midnight Chase is 10/1 with both Synchronised and Weird Al next in the market at 12/1.

"This year's Gold Cup has split punters right down the middle and for every one that reckons either Long Run or Kauto Star will win, there's another that thinks we're in for a shock," said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Burton Port heads the betting at 11/4 in the sponsors' market without Long Run and Kauto Star for the Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup. Midnight Chase is 4/1 with both Synchronised and Weird Al next in the market at 11/2.

¼ 1-2-3

Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup: Betting without Long Run & Kauto Star - sponsors bet: 11/4 Burton Port, 4 Midnight Chase, 11/2 Synchronised, Weird Al, 6 Quel Esprit, 10 What A Friend, 14 Diamond Harry, 25 Carruthers, China Rock, Time For Rupert, 33 The Giant Bolster, 50 Knockara Beau, The Midnight Club.

1/4 1-2-3

Duo head sponsors market for Betfred Midlands Grand National

Clash Duff and West End Rocker have been installed as the 8/1 joint-favourites by the sponsors for Saturday’s Betfred Midlands Grand National at Uttoxeter.

West End Rocker hasn’t been seen since winning the Betfred Becher Chase at Aintree over the large obstacles whilst Clash Duff is an intriguing contender for the Jeremy Scott stable having won the Devon National at Exeter last time out.

“Both Clash Duff and West End Rocker have won big marathon handicaps in the past and are cast-iron stayers in a race where stamina will be at a premium,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo

There are a host of horses behind the joint-favourite on the 10/1 mark which include Eider Chase runner-up Posh Bird and David Pipe’s Sona Sasta.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Totepool turnover up 1.6% after the first day of Cheltenham Festival

Total totepool racecourse turnover was up 1.6% at £2,397,546 compared to £2,360,664 at the corresponding meeting last year.

This was in spite of turnover on this year’s Racing Post Arkle being significantly down due to the small field which included odds-on favourite Sprinter Sacre.

Total totepool turnover on the Champion Hurdle was encouraging though with £751,263 being bet on the race both on and off course, despite there being an odds-on shot in the shape of Hurricane Fly.

“The majority of totepool products performed robustly on the first day of the Festival despite field sizes being down in the two feature races which is encouraging for the rest of the week,” said totepool spokesman George Primarolo.

This afternoon’s totejackpot was won with 4.5 winning units each picking up £58,798.80 each. This compared favourably with the SP accumulator on the first six winners at Cheltenham which was 34,933/1.

Cheltenham Festival – Day One

2012 totepool racecourse turnover: £2,397,546 (Up 1.6%)
2011 totepool racecourse turnover: £2,360,664

totejackpot pool: £372,669
totejackpot dividend: £58,798.80 (4.5 winning units)

toteplacepot pool: £895,990
toteplacepot dividend: £76.20 (8,579.31 winning units)

Layers breathe a sigh of relief after Hurricane Fly’s defeat in Champion Hurdle

Layers up and down the country were left breathing a sigh of relief after red-hot favourite Hurricane Fly could only finish third behind 11/1 winner Rock On Ruby in the Champion Hurdle on the first day of the Cheltenham Festival.

Bookies were staring down the barrel of a potential eight-figure payout after Sprinter Sacre won the Racing Post Arkle Chase but Hurricane Fly’s defeat meant the layers were just in front on the first day despite odds-on shot Quevega justifying support in the OLBG Mares’ Hurdle.

“We’re just about in front after the first day despite two of the three bankers coming in,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

“We can’t stress just how much of a result it was getting Hurricane Fly beaten in the Champion Hurdle and his defeat means the bookies have their noses in front after the first day.”

Ruby Walsh still heads the market for Cheltenham Festival top jockey at 8/13 with Betfred following his victory on Quevega this afternoon. Barry Geraghty is the 2/1 second-favourite after Sprinter Sacre’s success with AP McCoy and Richard Johnson both 16/1 shots.

Cheltenham Festival Top Jockey – Betfred bet: 8/13 R Walsh, 2 B Geraghty, 16 AP McCoy, R Johnson, 20 J Maguire, D Russell, R Thornton, 33 P Townend, 40 T Scudamore.

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Diamond Jubilee National Hunt Chase – Betfred bet: 6 Allee Garde, Harry The Viking, Soll, 15/2 Teaforthree, 9 Alfie Spinner, 11 Universal Soldier, 12 Four Commanders, 20 Blenheim Brook, Daffern Seal, Strongbows Legend, 25 Cottage Oak, Iron Chancellor, Lively Baron, State Benefit, 28 Ben’s Folly, 33 Leggy Lad, Our Island, Our Victoria, 40 Bob ‘N’ You, Court Red Handed.

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Neptune Novices’ Hurdle – Betfred bet: 5/2 Simonsig, 6 Make Your Mark, Monksland, 13/2 Sous Les Cieux, 8 Batonnier, 12 Cotton Mill, 20 Benefficient, Felix Yonger, Nelson’s Bridge, 33 Close House, 40 Secret Edge, The Tracey Shuffle, 50 Double Ross, Fiulin, Nagpur, Natural High, Sunny Ledgend, 150 Baldadash, Brass Tax.

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RSA Chase – Betfred bet: 6/4 Grand Crus, 7/2 Bobs Worth, 9/2 First Lieutenant, 11/2 Join Together, 16 Call The Police, 22 Lambro, 28 Walkon, 33 Cannington Brook, 50 Mr Moonshine.

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Sportingbet Queen Mother Champion Chase – Betfred bet: 5/6 Sizing Europe, 4 Finians Rainbow, 5 Big Zeb, 16 Kauto Stone, Wishfull Thinking, 25 Realt Dubh, 33 Gauvain, 50 I’m So Lucky.

¼ 1-2-3

Coral Cup – Betfred bet: 9 Balgarry, 10 Get Me Out Of Here, 11 Poole Master, 12 Cape Dutch, Carlito Brigante, Featherbed Lane, 14 Dare Me, Spirit River, 16 Act Of Kalanisi, Final Approach, 18 Third Intention, 20 Knight Pass, Megastar, Star Of Angels, 25 Abergavenny, Silverhand, Veiled, 28 Cotillion, Shoreacres, 33 Bally Legend, Consigliere, First Fandango, Saphir River, Son Of Flicka, Stone Master, Son Of Flicka, Stonemaster, Tenor Nivernais, 50 Golan Way.

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Fred Winter Handicap Hurdle – Betfred bet: 9/2 Vendor, 7 Kazlian, 10 Gorgeous Sixty, Ulck Du Lin, 14 Ardlui, Edeymi, 16 Argocat, 18 Kapga De Cerisy, Royal Bonsai, Sportsmaster, 20 Arnaud, Bat Masterson, Soliwery, 22 Lemon Drop Red, 25 Blue Cannon, Chill, Dark And Dangerous, High Samana, Jackies Solitaire, Moujik Borget, Une Artiste, 33 Colebrooke, Kie, One Cool Shabra.

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Weatherbys Champion Bumper – Betfred bet: 6 New Year’s Eve, 7 Moscow Mannon, Royal Guardsman, 9 Pique Sous, 10 Champagne Fever, 12 Jezki, The New One, 14 Horatio Hornblower, Sir Johnson, 16 Clonbanan Lad, Cool George, Village Vic, 20 Many Clouds, Yes Way Hosay, 33 Circular Quay, Ifandbutwhynot, Virginia Ash, 40 The Romford Pele, 100 Piano Concerto, 150 Glenwood Present.

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Jewson Novices’ Chase - Betfred bet: 3 Peddlers Cross, 4 Cristal Bonus, Sir Des Champs, 5 For Non Stop, 6 Al Ferof, 8 Champion Court, Solix, 9 Call The Police, 14 Lambro, 20 Micheal Flips, Zaynar, 25 Bold Sir Brian, Kumbeshwar, 33 Gift Of Dgab, 40 Duke Of Lucca, 200 Imperial Shabra, Red Tanber.

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Pertemps Final – Betfred bet: 11/2 Our Father, 6 Sivola de Sivola, 10 Buena Vista, Jetson, Sonofvic, 14 Alfie Sherrin, Allthekingshorses, Grand Vision, Poole Master, Poungach, Sergeant Guib’s, 16 bar.

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Ryanair Chase – Betfred bet: 9/2 Riverside Theatre, 5 Noble Prince, 6 Rubi Light, Somersby, 7 Medermit, 8 Albertas Run, 9 Great Endeavour, 14 Blazing Tempo, 16 Captain Chris, Poquelin, 20 Kalahari King, Realt Dubh, 33 Little Josh, Forpadydeplasterer.

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Ladbrokes World Hurdle – Betfred bet: 1/2 Big Buck’s, 4 Oscar Whisky, 7 Thousand Stars, 12 Dynaste, 14 Voler La Vedette, 16 Mourad, So Young, 25 Mikael d’Haguenet, 33 Carlito Brigante, Smad Place, 66 Cross Kennon, Five Dream, King Of The Night.

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Ladbrokes World Hurdle: Betting Without Big Buck’s – Betfred bet: 7/4 Oscar Whisky, 10/3 Thousand Stars, 5 Dynaste, 7 Voler La Vedette, 8 Mourad, So Young, 16 Mikael d’Haguenet, 20 Carlito Brigante, Smad Place, 40 Cross Kennon, Five Dream, King Of The Night.

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Byrne Group Plate – Betfred bet: 9/2 Salut Flo, 7 Divers, 8 Crack Away Jack, Hunt Ball, 10 Great Endeavour, 12 Notus de la Tour, 14 Champion Court, Holmwood Legend, Quincy des Pictons, 16 Hectors Choice, Micheal Flips, Niceonefrankie, Tullamore Dew, 20 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Fulke Walwyn Kim Muir Challenge Cup – Betfred bet: 8 Sunnyhillboy, 9 Up The Beat, 12 Baile Anrai, Becauseicouldntsee, Brackloon High, Mic’s Delight, Midnight Appeal, 14 Adams Island, Cottage Oak, Helpston, Mostly Bob, 16 bar.

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Vincent O’Brien County Hurdle – Betfred bet: Citizenship, Moon Dice, 10 Dirar, Paintball, 12 Raya Star, 14 Get Me Out Of Here, Olofi, Prospect Wells, Sire de Grugy, Snap Tie, Ted Spread, 16 Celtus, Ifyouletmefinish, Master Of Arts, Sailors Warn, 20 bar.

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Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup – sponsors bet: 7/4 Long Run, 7/2 Kauto Star, 7 Burton Port, 10 Midnight Chase, Synchronised, 12 Weird Al, 14 Quel Esprit, 20 What A Friend, 25 Captain Chris, 33 Diamond Harry, Medermit, 50 Carruthers, China Rock, Time For Rupert, 66 The Giant Bolster, 100 Knockara Beau, Poquelin, The Midnight Club.

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Martin Pipe Conditional Jockeys’ Handicap Hurdle – Betfred bet: 8 Balgarry, Bourne, Street Entertainer, Toner d’Oudairies, 10 Big Easy, Decoy, 12 Cape Dutch, Dare Me, 14 Citizenship, Kazilan, Make A Track, Open Hearted, Oscar Nominee, Ted Spread, 16 bar.

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Betfred boss Fred Done looks ahead to the Cheltenham Gold Cup

Supreme offer from Betfred on Festival opener

Betfred have announced that they will be refunding all bets on the Supreme Novices’ Hurdle if the current 9/2 favourite Darlan wins the race.

Darlan has been well-supported in the market for the Festival opener following his encouraging run in the Betfair Hurdle where he looked to be travelling powerfully before taking a crashing fall under AP McCoy.

“This is a cracking offer and punters could get off to the best possible start if Darlan wins the Supreme Novices',” said Betfred chairman Fred Done.

“Even though JP McManus has put it up as his best bet, I’m happy to take him on even though I could be staring down the barrel of a seven-figure payout if he’s right!”

Steps To Freedom is the 6/1 second-favourite in the market behind Darlan with Cinders And Ashes and Galileo’s Choice both next in the betting at 7/1.

The offer is available from 8.30am on Saturday morning and applies to all bets placed from that time onwards.

Betfred will also be offering five places on the JLT Specialty Chase, the Fulke Walwyn Kim Muir Challenge Cup, the Vincent O’Brien County Hurdle and the Coral Cup from 8.30am onwards on Saturday morning.

Supreme Novices’ Hurdle – Betfred bet: 9/2 Darlan, 6 Steps To Freedom, 7 Cinders And Ashes, Galileo’s Choice, 8 Midnight Game, 10 Montbazon, 14 Tetlami, Trifolium, 16 Colour Squadron, Prospect Wells, 20 Make Your Mark, Monksland, Sous Les Cieux, Vulcanite, 25 Agent Archie, Felix Yonger, Molotof, Allure Of Illusion, Dylan Ross, Hinterland, Simenon, 50 Brick Red, Close House, Distant Memories, Divapour, Ericht, Hazy Tom, 66 Szabos Destiny, 100 Jimbill, Judiciary, Rocky Wednesday, 200 Catch Tammy.

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Betfred will refund all win and win part of each-way bets on the race if Darlan wins the Supreme Novices’ Hurdle. Singles only. Minimum stake £5 in call centre and online – no minimum stake in shops. Maximum stake £500. For Internet and telephone betting, money back is paid as a free bet and will be credited within 1 hour. Shop customers are paid as cash back. Applies to all bets placed from 8:30am Saturday 10th March.

Scottish £2 punter looks to land a fortune on totescoop6 bonus race

The £2 punter who won landed £31,413 on last weekend’s totescoop6 is bracing himself for a potential £400,000 windfall if he picks the winner of the bonus race at Sandown tomorrow afternoon.

Richard Duddy, from Carluke in Scotland, placed his bet in a Ladbrokes shop and has been a regular Scoop6 player for years. He will be enjoying the race from the restaurant at Sandown tomorrow alongside his brother and sister.

The other two tickets are held by a large-staking Betfair customer.
“I’d like to wish Richard and the other Scoop6 bonus hunters all the very best as they look to take their winnings to well over £400,000 this weekend,” said Betfred chairman Fred Done.

This weekend’s bet takes in the very best action from Sandown and Wolverhampton as the racing world gears up for the Cheltenham Festival next week. The highlight is the Paddy Power Imperial Cup at Sandown where Ted Spread is currently the 7/2 favourite to advertise his Cheltenham Festival claims.

The totejackpot is at Sandown on Saturday whilst the totetrifecta rollover race will be the Paddy Power Imperial Cup (3.15 Sandown).

totescoop6 races – 10/03/12

Leg 1: 2.05 Sandown
Leg 2: 2.20 Wolverhampton
Leg 3: 2.40 Sandown
Leg 4: 3.15 Sandown (Bonus Race)
Leg 5: 3.30 Wolverhampton
Leg 6: 3.50 Sandown

totescoop6 rollovers – 10/03/12

Bonus: £392,616

totejackpot Meeting – 03/03/12

Wolverhampton

totetrifecta/toteswinger rollover race – 03/03/12

3.15 Sandown

Further support for Weird Al sees odds contract to 12/1

Weird Al has been cut to 12/1 (from 14/1) by the sponsors for next Friday’s Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup as support continues to come for Donald McCain’s gelding.

The nine-year-old has won two of his three starts at Cheltenham with his only defeat coming in last year’s Gold Cup. Long Run is the 13/8 favourite for the race with two-time winner Kauto Star next in the market at 4/1.

“Weird Al is still proving a popular each-way pick for the Gold Cup despite his price almost halving over the past month and it wouldn't be a huge surprise to see him go off a single-figure price,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Salut Flo is now the 6/1 outright favourite for the Byrne Group Plate after being trimmed from 7/1 by Betfred this afternoon. There has also been money for Salsify in the Christies Foxhunters and the Irish challenger is now 13/2 (from 7/1).

Paddy Power Imperial Cup – Betfred bet: 4 Ted Spread, 5 Master Of Arts, 8 Hinterland, 9 Sire de Grugy, 10 Tocca Ferro, 12 Devil To Pay, Ile de Re, Red Merlin, 14 Chesil Beach Boy, Swift Lord, Art Professor, Celtus, Dark Shadow, Johns Spirit, Lucaindubai, 20 bar.

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Racing Post Arkle Trophy – Betfred bet: 4/5 Sprinter Sacre, 5/2 Al Ferof, 6 Cue Card, 9 Menorah, 16 Blackstairmountain, 20 Cristal Bonus, 25 Kid Cassidy, 66 Astracad, Foildubh, Nearest The Pin.

¼ 1-2-3

JLT Speciality Handicap Chase – Betfred bet: 11/2 Hold On Julio, 6 The Package, 13/2 Quantitativeeasing, 12 Time For Rupert, Tullamore Dew, Zarrafakt, 14 Our Mick, 16 Blenheim Brook, Fruity O’Rooney, Hectors Choice, Magnanimity, 20 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Stan James Champion Hurdle – Betfred bet: 4/5 Hurricane Fly, 9/2 Binocular, 5 Zarkandar, 9 Rock On Ruby, 10 Oscars Well, 16 Thousand Stars, 25 Overturn, 33 Zaidpour, 40 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Stan James Champion Hurdle: Betting Without Hurricane Fly – Betfred bet: 2 Binocular, 9/4 Zarkandar, 4 Rock On Ruby, 9/2 Oscars Well, 7 Thousand Stars, 10 Overturn, 16 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Glenfarclas Cross Country Handicap – Betfred bet: 5/2 Scotsirish, 4 Uncle Junior, 9/2 Sizing Australia, 8 Garde Champetre, 10 Maljimar, 12 Balthazar’s King, 14 Some Target, 16 A New Story, Arabella Boy, 20 Double Dizzy, Saddlers Storm, Tally Em Up, 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

OLBG David Nicholson Mares’ Hurdle – Betfred bet: 8/15 Quevega, 9/2 Unaccompanied, 10 Kentford Grey Lady, Our Girl Salley, Swincombe Flame, 12 Alasi, 14 Violin Davis, 16 Blazing Tempo, 20 Baby Shine, Dare To Doubt, Ixora, Kells Belle, Shop DJ, What A Charm, 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Pulteney Land Investments Novices’ Handicap Chase – Betfred bet: 11/2 Triolo d’Alene, 7 Bless The Wings, Hunt Ball, 12 Ackerac, Going Wrong, 14 Charminster, Quincy de Pictons, What Star Line, 16 Mics Delight, Nearest The Pin, Niceonefrankie, Raptor, Sir Du Bearn, 20 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Diamond Jubilee National Hunt Chase – Betfred bet: 11/2 Soll, 6 Harry The Viking, 8 Allee Garde, 9 Teaforthree, 10 Alfie Spinner, 12 Loose Preformer, 14 Universal Soldier, Up The Beat, 16 Baile Anrai, Blenheim Brook, Four Commanders, Oscar Dan Dan, Strongbows Legend, Viking Blond, 20 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Neptune Novices’ Hurdle – Betfred bet: 5/2 Boston Bob, Simonsig, 6 Monksland, 8 Batonnier, Sous Les Cieux, 14 Make Your Mark, 20 Benefficient, Cotton Mill, Felix Yonger, 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

RSA Chase – Betfred bet: 6/4 Grand Crus, 3 Bobs Worth, 5 First Lieutenant, Sir Des Champs, 7 Invictus, Join Together, 16 Call The Police, 25 Allee Garde, Cristal Bonus, Lambro, Mossley, Mr Moonshine, 33 bar.

¼ 1-2-3
Sportingbet Queen Mother Champion Chase – Betfred bet: 10/11 Sizing Europe, 4 Big Zeb, 9/2 Finians Rainbow, 8 Somersby, 10 Peddlers Cross, 14 Wishfull Thinking, 16 Kauto Stone, 25 Blazing Tempo, Realt Dubh, 33 Gauvain, 50 Imsingingtheblues, 66 I’m So Lucky, Nacarat.

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Coral Cup – Betfred bet: 8 Get Me Out Of Here, 9 Our Father, 10 Batonnier, Bourne, Toner d’Oudairies, 12 Balgarry, Featherbed Lane, 14 Carlito Brigante, Molotof, Sonofvic, Sweet My Lord, Tap Night, 16 Act Of Kalanisi, Big Easy, Final Approach, Immediate Response, Poole Master, Sergeant Guib’s, Sivola de Sivola, Smad Place, Third Intention, 20 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Fred Winter Handicap Hurdle – Betfred bet: 7/2 Vendor, 8 Baby Mix, Hinterland, Ulck Du Lin, 9 Kazilan, 12 His Excellency, 14 Asaid, Bat Masterson, Countrywide Flame, Edeymi, Fire Fighter, 16 Argocat, Arnaud, Eagle Rock, Gentleman Duke, Gorgeous Sixty, Kapda De Cerisy, Lemon Drop Red, One Lucky Lady, Red Inca, Secret Edge, Soliwery, Sportsmaster, Ut De Sivola, 20 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Weatherbys Champion Bumper – Betfred bet: 7 Moscow Mannon, 8 Champagne Fever, Royal Guardsman, 10 New Years Eve, 12 Pique Sous, 14 Jezski, The New One, Up To Something, 16 Cionbanan Lad, Fickle Fortune, My Tent Or Yours, Silver Concorde, Tistory, Village Vic, 20 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Jewson Novices’ Chase - Betfred bet: 5/2 Peddlers Cross, 4 Cristal Bonus, 11/2 For Non Stop, 6 Al Ferof, Sir Des Champs, 7 Invictus, 8 Champion Court, 9 Solix, 10 Call The Police, First Lieutenant, 12 Silviniaco Conti, 14 Lambro, 16 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Pertemps Final – Betfred bet: 6 Our Father, 13/2 Sivola de Sivola, 10 Buena Vista, Jetson, Sonofvic, 12 Get Me Out Of Here, 14 Alfie Sherrin, Allthekingshorses, Grand Vision, Poole Master, Poungach, Sergeant Guib’s, Toner d’Oudairies, 16 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Ryanair Chase – Betfred bet: 5 Noble Prince, Riverside Theatre, Rubi Light, 7 Medermit, Somersby, 8 Albertas Run, 10 Great Endeavour, 14 Quel Esprit, 16 Blazing Tempo, Captain Chris, Poquelin, Realt Dubh, 20 Kalahari King, Kauto Stone, Little Josh, Wishfull Thinking, 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Ladbrokes World Hurdle – Betfred bet: 1/2 Big Buck’s, 4 Oscar Whisky, 9 Thousand Stars, 12 Dynaste, Quevega, 14 Mourad, So Young, 16 Voler La Vedette, Zaidpour, 20 Mikael d’Haguenet, 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Ladbrokes World Hurdle: Betting Without Big Buck’s – Betfred bet: 11/8 Oscar Whisky, 7/2 Dynaste, 4 Thousand Stars, 6 Mourad, Quevega, Zaidpour, 7 So Young, Voler La Vedette, 8 Mikael d’Haguenet, 10 Carlito Brigante, 14 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Byrne Group Plate – Betfred bet: 6 (from 7) Salut Flo, 7 Hunt Ball, 8 Divers, 9 Bless The Wings, Crack Away Jack, 10 Great Endeavour, Seabass, Triolo d’Alene, 14 Champion Court, Kumbeshwar, 16 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Fulke Walwyn Kim Muir Challenge Cup – Betfred bet: 10 Sunnyhillboy, Up The Beat, 12 Baile Anrai, Brackloon High, 14 Cottage Oak, Helpston, Midnight Appeal, Mostly Bob, 16 Becauseicouldntsee, Deal Done, Faasel, Four Commanders, Harpsy Cord, Marufo, Michel Le Bon, Mics Delight, On Borrowed Wings, Painter Man, Qianshan Leader, Saddlers Storm, Start Me Up, Swing Bill, The Falklander, Valley View, Your Busy, 20 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

JCB Triumph Hurdle – Betfred bet: 11/2 Baby Mix, 6 Grumeti, Pearl Swan, 7 Balder Success, Sadlers Risk, 10 Shadow Catcher, 12 Darroun, Hisaabaat, 16 Dodging Bullets, Hollow Tree, Lyvius, Kazilan, Urbain de Sivola, 20 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Vincent O’Brien County Hurdle – Betfred bet: 8 Master Of Arts, Ted Spread, 9 Citizenship, 10 Moon Dice, 12 Get Me Out Of Here, Snap Tie, 14 Bourne, Dirar, Olofi, Raya Star, Sire de Grugy, Third Intention, 16 Far Away So Close, Heather Royal, Ifyouletmefinish, It’s a Gimme, Prospect Wells, Stormy Weather, Vulcanite, 20 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Albert Bartlett Novices’ Hurdle – Betfred bet: 5/2 Boston Bob, 11/2 Mount Benbulben, Rocky Creek, 7 Sea Of Thunder, 10 Brindisi Breeze, 12 Lovcen, 14 Benefficient, Ipsos du Berlais, Make Your Maek, 16 Folsom Blue, 20 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup – sponsors bet: 13/8 Long Run, 4 Kauto Star, 6 Burton Port, Grands Crus, 10 Midnight Chase, Synchronised, 12 (from 14) Weird Al, Quel Esprit, 20 What A Friend, 25 Captain Chris, 33 Diamond Harry, Medermit, 40 Tidal Bay, 50 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Christie’s Foxhunter Steeplechase – Betfred bet: 6 Chapoturgeon, 13/2 (from 7) Salsify, 8 Cloudy Lane, On The Fringe, 9 My Flora, 10 Monkerty Tunkerty, 12 Barbers Shop, 14 Boxer Georg, Enter Paradise, Merchant Royal, Roulez Cool, 16 Zardsky, 20 bar.

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Martin Pipe Conditional Jockeys’ Handicap Hurdle – Betfred bet: 8 Balgarry, Bourne, Poole Master, Ted Spread, 10 Big Easy, Decoy, Lovcen, Street Entertainer, 12 Dare Me, It’s A Gimme, Sergeant Guib’s, Sivola de Sivola, Toner d’Oudairies, 14 Cape Dutch, Citizenship, Kazilan, Make A Track, Open Hearted, Oscar Nominee, Tenor Nivernais, 16 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Johnny Henderson Grand Annual – Betfred bet: 8 De Boitron, Toubab, 10 Astracad, Kid Cassidy, 12 Kumbeshwar, Shot From The Hip, Slieveardagh, Ultimate, 14 Bellvano, Edgardo Sol, Eradicate, Giorgio Quercus, Notus de la Tour, Oiseau de Nuit, Saludos, Salut Flo, Tanks For That, 16 bar.

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Cheltenham Festival Top Jockey – Betfred bet: 4/6 R Walsh, 3 B Geraghty, 10 AP McCoy, 12 R Thornton, 14 R Johnson, 20 D Russell, P Townend, 25 J Maguire, 33 A Lynch, D Jacob, P Carberry, 50 S Twiston-Davies, TJ Murphy, T Scudamore, 66 G Lee, N Carberry.

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Cheltenham Festival Top Trainer – Betfred bet: 5/4 W Mullins, 2 N Henderson, 5/2 P Nicholls, 12 A King, 25 P Hobbs, 33 D McCain, D Pipe, 50 F Murphy, G Elliott, J O’Neill, N Twiston-Davies, 66 N Meade.

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Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup Preview

Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup Preview including interviews with Kauto Star’s trainer Paul Nicholls, Nicky Henderson the trainer of defending champion Long Run and David Pipe who may run exciting novice Grands Crus, and the “Belly on the Telly” Gary Wiltshire takes us behind the scenes ahead of the Festival...

Three winners land £31,413 on this afternoon’s totescoop6

There were three winning tickets of this afternoon’s totescoop6 after Balgarry won the final leg at Newbury.

A total of 31 units were left heading into the sixth leg but Balgarry's victory mean the three winners each pick up £31,413 for their troubles.

This afternoon’s winners are now eligible to go for next weekend’s bonus race which will be worth £392,616 after last Saturday’s bonus hunter went for Araldur who was unplaced behind winner Aerial.

One of the winners was a large-staking Betfair customer who had two of the winning units but the other placed just a £2 straight line in a Ladbrokes shop.

“Although last Saturday’s winner couldn’t manage to pick the winner of this weekend’s bonus race, it means that the three winners who landed £31,413 this afternoon could take their winnings to well over £400,000 next weekend,” said totepool spokesman George Primarolo.

A total of £269,262 was bet into this afternoon’s pool and there were 387 winners of the place fund, each of whom picks up £139.10.

totescoop6 dividends - 03/03/12

Win: £31,413
Place: £139.10

totescoop6 rollovers – 03/03/12

Bonus: £392,616

totescoop6 leg breakdown – 03/03/12

After Leg 1 - 2.05 Newbury:         Benbens                       10,379
After Leg 2 - 2.20 Doncaster:      Corkage                        3,923
After Leg 3 - 2.40 Newbury:         Marufo                          792
After Leg 4 - 3.10 Newbury:         Aerial                            259
After Leg 5 - 3.25 Doncaster:      Ikorodu Road                 31
After Leg 6 - 3.45 Newbury:         Balgarry                        3

Single totescoop6 winner looks to take winnings to over £800,000 on bonus race

Last weekend’s totescoop6 winner will be looking to add a further £352,227 to their winnings when they look to pick the winner of the bonus race on Saturday.

The syndicate, who wish to remain anonymous, landed a cool £451,943 last weekend after Portrait King took the Betfred Eider Chase at Newcastle and if they are successful in the 3.10 Newbury, then they will take their total winnings to just over £800,000.

This weekend’s bet takes in the very best action from Newbury and Doncaster with all six races live on Channel 4. The highlight sees a field of thirteen head to post for the Barbury International Supporting Greatwood Gold Cup at Newbury where Aerial will be looking to give trainer Paul Nicholls his fifth winner of this race in seven years.

“We wish this weekend’s totescoop6 bonus hunters all the very best as they look to take their total winnings to a whopping £800,000,” said Betfred chairman Fred Done.

The totejackpot is at Newbury again on Saturday and could be worth over £1.5million if the bet rolls over at the Berkshire track this afternoon. The totetrifecta rollover race will be the Barbury International Supporting Greatwood Gold Cup Handicap Chase (3.10 Newbury).

totescoop6 races – 03/03/12

Leg 1: 2.05 Newbury
Leg 2: 2.20 Doncaster
Leg 3: 2.40 Newbury
Leg 4: 3.10 Newbury
Leg 5: 3.25 Doncaster
Leg 6: 3.45 Newbury

totescoop6 rollovers – 03/03/12

Bonus: £352,227

totejackpot Meeting – 03/03/12

Newbury

totetrifecta/toteswinger rollover race – 03/03/12

3.10 Newbury

Ulck Du Lin cut for Fred Winter following publication of handicap weights

Ulck Du Lin has been cut to 14/1 (from 20/1) by Betfred for the Fred Winter Juvenile Handicap Hurdle following the publication of the handicap weights for the Cheltenham Festival this morning.

Paul Nicholls’ French import has yet to race in this country but has been allocated a mark of 130 following discussions between the British and French handicappers.

“Sanctuaire burned the bookies’ fingers two years ago when winning the Fred Winter for Paul Nicholls so it’s not surprising to see the layers run scared of a similar type in the shape of Ulck Du Lin this time around,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Other moves in the handicaps include Snap Tie who has been cut to 16/1 (from 25/1) for the County Hurdle whilst Scotsirish has been trimmed at the head of the market for the Glenfarclas Cross Country Chase and is now 5/2 favourite (from 11/4).

Monksland has been cut for the Neptune Novices’ Hurdle following the news that former ante-post favourite Fingal Bay will definitely miss the race. Betfred now make Noel Meade’s gelding 7/1 (from 8/1).

Cheltenham Festival Top Jockey – Betfred bet: 4/6 R Walsh, 3 B Geraghty, 10 AP McCoy, 12 R Johnson, 20 D Russell, P Townend, R Thornton, 25 J Maguire, 33 A Lynch, D Jacob, P Carberry, 50 S Twiston-Davies, TJ Murphy, T Scudamore, 66 G Lee, N Carberry.

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Cheltenham Festival Top Trainer – Betfred bet: 5/4 W Mullins, 2 P Nicholls, 5/2 N Henderson, 16 (from 25) A King, 25 P Hobbs, 33 D McCain, D Pipe, 50 F Murphy, G Elliott, J O’Neill, N Twiston-Davies, 66 N Meade.

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Supreme Novices’ Hurdle – Betfred bet: 7 Darlan, Galileo’s Choice, Steps To Freedom, 8 Simonsig, 9 Cinders And Ashes, 10 Midnight Game, Montbazon, 12 Trifolium, 14 Balder Success, Pearl Swan, Tetlami, 16 Colour Squadron, 20 Felix Yonger, Monksland, Shadow Catcher, Sous Les Cieux, Vulcanite, 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Racing Post Arkle Trophy – Betfred bet: Evs Sprinter Sacre, 3 Peddlers Cross, 11/2 Al Ferof, 8 Cue Card, 12 Menorah, 20 Blackstairmountain, Cristal Bonus, Kid Cassidy, 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

JLT Speciality Handicap Chase – Betfred bet: 6 Hold On Julio, 7 Quantitativeeasing, 10 Seabass, 12 The Package, 14 Mics Delight, Mostly Bob, Our Mick, Time For Rupert, Zarrafakt, 16 Baile Anrai, Blenheim Brook, Brackloon High, Cannington Brook, Hectors Choice, Magnanimity, Mossley, On Borrowed Wings, Penny Max, Roberto Goldback, Summery Justice, The Giant Bolster, 20 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Stan James Champion Hurdle – Betfred bet: 8/11 Hurricane Fly, 5 Binocular, Zarkandar, 12 Oscars Well, 14 Rock On Ruby, 25 Peddlers Cross, So Young, Thousand Stars, 33 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Stan James Champion Hurdle: Betting Without Hurricane Fly – Betfred bet: 5/2 Binocular, Zarkandar, 5 Oscars Well, 13/2 Rock On Ruby, 14 Peddlers Cross, So Young, Thousand Stars, 16 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Glenfarclas Cross Country Handicap – Betfred bet: 5/2 (from 11/4) Scotsirish, 5 Sizing Australia, Uncle Junior, 8 Garde Champetre, 10 Backstage, Balthazar King, 12 Maljimar, 14 Nedzers Return, Some Target, 16 A New Story, Arabella Boy, Chamirey, Halley, Quezac de la Roque, Saddlers Storm, 20 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

OLBG David Nicholson Mares’ Hurdle – Betfred bet: 4/7 Quevega, 9/2 Unaccompanied, 10 Alasi, Kentford Grey Lady, Our Girl Salley, Swincombe Flame, 12 Lifestyle, 14 Violin Davis, 16 Blazing Tempo, Ixora, Shop DJ, 20 Baby Shine, Terre Du Vent, 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Pulteney Land Investments Novices’ Handicap Chase – Betfred bet: 7 Triolo d’Alene, 10 Bless The Wings, Hunt Ball, 12 Ackerac, Shot From The Hip, 14 Cucumber Run, Gates Of Rome, Going Wrong, Minella Class, Quincy de Pictons, 16 Charminster, Colbert Station, Far Away So Close, Mics Delight, Owen Glendower, Raptor, Sir Du Bearn, Slieveardagh, Trenchant, White Star Line, 20 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Diamond Jubilee National Hunt Chase – Betfred bet: 6 Soll, 8 Fists Of Fury, Harry The Viking, 10 Teaforthree, 12 Alfie Spinner, Allee Garde, Loose Preformer, 14 Up The Beat, 16 Baile Anrai, Blenheim Brook, Oscar Dan Dan, Strongbows Legend, Universal Solider, Viking Blond, 20 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Neptune Novices’ Hurdle – Betfred bet: 3 Simonsig, 7/2 Boston Bob, 7 (from 8) Monksland, 8 Batonnier, Monksland, 12 Sous Les Cieux, 14 Make Your Mark, 20 Benefficient, Cotton Mill, Felix Yonger, 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

RSA Chase – Betfred bet: 7/4 Grand Crus, 9/2 Bobs Worth, 6 (from 7) First Lieutenant, 9 Join Together, 10 Invictus, Sir Des Champs, 12 Bog Warrior, 16 Call The Police, 25 Allee Garde, Champion Court, Cristal Bonus, Lambro, Mossley, Mr Moonshine, 33 bar.

¼ 1-2-3
Sportingbet Queen Mother Champion Chase – Betfred bet: Evs Sizing Europe, 9/2 Finian’s Rainbow, 5 Big Zeb, 10 Peddlers Cross, Somersby, 16 Wishfull Thinking, 25 Blazing Tempo, Kauto Stone, Realt Dubh, 33 Gauvain, 50 Imsingingtheblues, 66 I’m So Lucky, Nacarat.

¼ 1-2-3

Coral Cup – Betfred bet: 10 Batonnier, Get Me Out Of Here, 12 Our Father, Toner d’Oudairies, 14 Bourne, Carlito Brigante, Module, Molotof, Sonofvic, Sweet My Lord, 16 Featherbed Lane, Final Approach, Immediate Response, Sergeant Guibs, Sivola de Sivola, Smad Place, Third Intention, 20 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Fred Winter Handicap Hurdle – Betfred bet: 9/2 Vendor, 8 Baby Mix, 10 Hinterland, 12 His Excellency, Kazilan, Ranjaan, 14 (from 20) Ulck Du Lin, Asaid, Bat Masterson, Countrywide Flame, Edeymi, Fire Fighter, 16 Argocat, Arnaud, Eagle Rock, Gentleman Duke, Gorgeous Sixty, Kapda De Cerisy, One Lucky Lady, Secret Edge, Soliwery, Sportsmaster, Ut De Sivola, 20 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Weatherbys Champion Bumper – Betfred bet: 7 (from 8) Moscow Mannon, 8 (from 10) Champagne Fever, 10 New Years Eve, Royal Guardsman, 12 Pique Sous, 16 Cionbanan Lad, Fickle Fortune, Jezski, Silver Concorde, The New One, Villiage Vic, 20 God Of The Kop, Horatio Hornblower, Many Clouds, Mozoltov, My Tent Or Yours, Population, Sir Johnson, Virginia Ash, 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Jewson Novices’ Chase - Betfred bet: 9/2 Cristal Bonus, 5 Sir Des Champs, 11/2 For Non Stop, 7 Peddlers Cross, 8 Al Ferof, Invictus, 9 Champion Court, 10 Blackstairmountain, Bog Warrior, 12 Call The Police, Silviniaco Conti, Solix, 16 First Lieutentant, Micheal Flips, 20 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Pertemps Final – Betfred bet: 13/2 Our Father, 7 Sivola de Sivola, 10 Buena Vista, 14 Grand Vision, Poungach, Sonofvic, 16 Adams Island, Alfie Sherrin, Allthekingshorses, Cantlow, Catch Me, Dooney Rock, Fiulin, Get Me Out Of Here, Jetson, Knight Pass, Nagpur, Oscar Prairie, Poole Master, Really Unique, Tarvini, 20 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Ryanair Chase – Betfred bet: 5 Riverside Theatre, Rubi Light, 6 Noble Prince, 7 Medermit, 8 Somersby, 10 Albertas Run, Great Endeavour, 14 Quel Esprit, 16 Blazing Tempo, Captain Chris, Poquelin, Realt Dubh, 20 Kalahari King, Kauto Stone, Little Josh, 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Ladbrokes World Hurdle – Betfred bet: 1/2 Big Buck’s, 4 Oscar Whisky, 12 Thousand Stars, 14 Dynaste, 16 Mourad, Quevega, So Young, Voler La Vedette, Zaidpour, 20 Mikael d’Haguenet, 25 Carlito Brigante, 33 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Ladbrokes World Hurdle: Betting Without Big Buck’s – Betfred bet: 11/8 Oscar Whisky, 7/2 Dynaste, 4 Thousand Stars, 6 Zaidpour, 7 Mourad, Quevega, So Young, Voler La Vedette, 8 Mikael d’Haguenet, 10 Carlito Brigante, 14 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Byrne Group Plate – Betfred bet: 10 Bless The Wings, Hunt Ball, Salut Flo, Seabass, 12 Divers, Great Endeavour, Triolo d’Alene, 14 Calgary Bay, Champion Court, Kumbeshwar, Aigle d’Or, De Boitron, Gates Of Rome, Hectors Choice, Micheal Flips, Notus de la Tour, Quincy des Pictons, 20 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Fulke Walwyn Kim Muir Challenge Cup – Betfred bet: 12 Up The Beat, 14 Cottage Oak, Helpston, Mostly Bob, Sunnyhillboy, 16 Backstage, Becauseicouldntsee, Brackloon High, Deal Done, Faasel, Four Commanders, Harpsy Cord, Michel Le Bon, Mics Delight, Midnight Appeal, On Borrowed Wings, Painter Man, Qianshan Leader, Saddlers Storm, Start Me Up, The Falklander, Valley View, Your Busy, 20 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

JCB Triumph Hurdle – Betfred bet: 5 Grumeti, 11/2 Baby Mix, 7 Pearl Swan, 8 Balder Success, Sadlers Risk, 12 Hisaabaat, Ranjaan, 14 Darroun, 16 Dodging Bullets, Shadow Catcher, 20 Hollow Tree, Lyvius, Sportsmaster, Urbain de Sivola, 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Albert Bartlett Novices’ Hurdle – Betfred bet: 5 Boston Bob, 6 Mount Benbulben, Rocky Creek, 8 Sea Of Thunder, 10 Brindisi Breeze, Folsom Blue, 14 Ballyrock, Benefficient, Ipsos du Berlais, Make Your Mark, 16 Lovcen, 20 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Vincent O’Brien County Hurdle – Betfred bet: 12 Citizenship, Module, Moon Dice, 14 Bourne, Dirar, Raya Star, Sire de Grugy, Ted Spread, Third Intention, 16 (from 25) Snap Tie, Far Away So Close, Get Me Out Of Here, Heather Royal, Ifyouletmefinish, It’s A Gimmie, Prospect Wells, Stormy Weather, Vulcanite, 20 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup – sponsors bet: 9/4 Long Run, 3 Kauto Star, 8 Burton Port, Grands Crus, 14 Midnight Chase, Quel Esprit, Synchronised, 16 Weird Al, 25 Captain Chris, 33 Diamond Harry, 40 Tidal Bay, What A Friend, 50 bar.

Non runner, no bet - ¼ 1-2-3

Christie’s Foxhunter Steeplechase – Betfred bet: 6 Chapoturgeon, 8 On The Fringe, Salsify, 9 My Flora, 10 Cloudy Lane, Monkerty Tunkerty, 12 Barbers Shop, 14 Boxer Georg, Merchant Royal, Roulez Cool, 20 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Johnny Henderson Grand Annual – Betfred bet: 10 Astracad, Toubab, 12 De Boitron, Kid Cassidy, Kumbeshwar, Shot From The Hip, 14 Edgardo Sol, Eradicate, Giorgio Quercus, Notus de la Tour, Salut Flo, Slieveardagh, Tanks For That, 16 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

John Smith’s Grand National – Betfred bet: 9 Prince De Beauchene, 14 Junior, 16 Ballabriggs, Burton Port, Seabass, Synchronised, West End Rocker, 20 Cappa Bleu, Chicago Grey, Giles Cross, Midnight Chase, Neptune Collonges, On His Own, Quel Esprit, Roberto Goldback, Treacle, 25 Apt Approach, Calgary Bay, Deep Purple, Hold On Julio, Massini’s Maguire, Planet Of Sound, Roulez Cool, Shakalakaboomboom, The Midnight Club, 33 According To Pete, Alfa Beat, Always Right, Always Waining, Backstage, Becauseicouldntsee, Hector’s Choice, Killyglen, Le Beau Bai, Niche Market, Organisedconfusion, Pearlysteps, Quantitatitveeasing, Quiscover Fontaine, State Of Play, Stewarts House, Sunnyhillboy, Viking Blond, Weird Al, 40 Arbor Supreme, Ballyvesey, Fair Along, Mon Mome, Postmaster, Rare Bob, Some Target, Tatenen, The Package, Uncle Junior, Vic Venturi, 50 Another Palm, Any Currency, Black Apalachi, Hello Bud, Midnight Haze, Northern Alliance, Our Island, Scotsirish, Shakervilz, Swing Bill, Tartak, Tharawaat, Wymott, 66 Crescent Island, In Compliance, Psycho, Saddlers Storm, Schindler’s Gold, 100 Abbeybraney, Minella Theatre, Neptune Equester, Smoking Aces.

¼ 1-2-3-4

NORTHERN RACING SIGNS SEVEN YEAR DEAL WITH BETFRED

Northern Racing has concluded a deal with Betfred as the provider of pool betting services and on-course betting shops at all of its UK racecourses.

The deal secures the future of on-course pool betting through Betfred’s Totepool brand for customers at Bath, Brighton, Chepstow, Fontwell Park, Ffos Las, Great Yarmouth, Hereford, Newcastle, Sedgefield and Uttoxeter, for at least the seven year-duration of Betfred’s license.

In addition Betfred will continue to operate the on-course betting shops at all ten Northern courses for the duration of the Totepool license.

Northern is the first major racecourse group to sign such a deal with Betfred since it took ownership of the Tote in July 2011.

Tony Kelly, Group Managing Director of Northern Racing said: “I am pleased to confirm that we will continue to offer our customers a recognised pool betting service and a re-branded and refreshed betting shop experience. The deal closely mirrors the partnership we enjoyed with the Tote and I am confident that customers will not experience any disruption.

“We will be working closely with Betfred to help develop the business and the service we offer, including the rebranding of Tote betting shops to the Betfred brand and on-going capital investment in the pool services.

“In addition we have reached agreement with Betfred to sponsor a number of our principal racedays including Uttoxeter’s Midlands National meeting, Newcastle’s Eider meeting, and Chepstow’s Silver Trophy Day. These long-term arrangements will allow us to build the profile of these days whilst maintaining prize money levels for our feature racedays.”

Betfred Chief Executive Trevor Beaumont commented: “We are delighted to have signed a deal with Northern Racing which will ensure that pool betting remains at their racecourses for at least the next seven years and hopefully beyond.

“Punters can look forward to an enhanced betting experience through both the Betfred and Totepool brands whilst the sport as a whole will benefit from increased turnover and sponsorship.”

Single ticket lands £451,943 on totescoop6

There was an exciting climax to the totescoop6 as the well-backed Portrait King collared Posh Bird on the run-in to land the Betfred Eider at Newcastle.

Only two tickets remained heading into the final leg and the bet was always going to be won heading to the last as Posh Bird jumped to the front ahead of the eventual winner.

However, Denis O’Regan conjured up an extra effort from the favourite to land the spoils for but there was heartbreak for the other ticket holder who will be left wondering what might have been as Posh Bird finished second.

The winners are a syndicate who have won the bet before and they now have a chance to go for a further £352,227 in the bonus fund next weekend when attention turns to the pre-Cheltenham action at Newbury and Doncaster.

“This afternoon’s totescoop6 went right to the wire and it produced a exciting climax with both horses covered fighting out a fantastic finish to the Betfred Eider,” said totepool spokesman George Primarolo.

A total of £500,802 was bet into this afternoon’s pool and there were 4,495 winners of the place fund, each of whom picks up £22.20.

There were also 16 winning units of this afternoon’s huge totejackpot rollover at Newcastle. A rollover of £401,844 from Sandown Park yesterday meant there was a pool of £872,912 and the winning dividend was £38,735.40 to a £1 stake.

totescoop6 dividends - 25/02/12

Win: £451,943.79
Place: £22.20

totescoop6 rollovers – 25/02/12

Bonus: £352,227

totescoop6 leg breakdown – 25/02/12

After Leg 1 - 2.15 Lingfield:        Aldermoor         13,544
After Leg 2 - 2.30 Kempton:       Hunt Ball           6,810
After Leg 3 - 2.55 Newcastle:     Palawi               90
After Leg 4 - 3.05 Kempton:       Nacarat             14
After Leg 5 - 3.20 Lingfield:        Junoob             2
After Leg 6 – 3.25 Newcastle:     Portrait King      1

Ballabriggs 16/1 co-favourite of three as 82 entries revealed for Grand National

Last year’s John Smith’s Grand National winner Ballabriggs is among 82 entries for this year’s renewal and is also one of the 16/1 co-favourites of three with Aintree’s official betting partner Betfred.

Junior and Synchronised head the market alongside Donald McCain’s eleven-year-old with the quintet of Calgary Bay, Midnight Chase, On His Own, Quel Esprit and West End Rocker all next in the betting at 20/1.

“Although this year’s Grand National entry is down, it’s almost certainly going to be the best in terms of quality as all of the first ten or so in the betting have won a big race in the last twelve months,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Donald McCain is 12/1 to train the winner of the Grand National once again with Betfred whilst champion trainer Paul Nicholls is a 10/1 shot to train the winner of the race. It’s 12/1 that AP McCoy rides his second winner of the race with Ruby Walsh the same price to record his third winner.

John Smith’s Grand National – Betfred bet: 16 Ballabriggs, Junior, Synchronised, 20 Calgary Bay, Midnight Chase, On His Own, Quel Esprit, West End Rocker, 25 According to Pete, Always Right, Apt Approach, Burton Port, Cappa Bleu, Chicago Grey, Deep Purple, Hold On Julio, Little Josh, Planet of Sound, Prince De Beauchene, Roulez Cool, Seabass, Shakalakaboomboom, The Midnight Club, 33 Alfa Beat, Always Waining, Backstage, Becauseicouldntsee, Cooldine, Giles Cross, Hector's Choice, Killyglen, Le Beau Bai, Neptune Collonges, Niche Market, Organisedconfusion, Pearlysteps, Quantitativeeasing, Quiscover Fontaine, Roberto Goldback, State of Play, Stewarts House, Sunnyhillboy, Treacle, Viking Blond, Weird Al, 40 Arbor Supreme, Ballyvesey, Blazing Tempo, Fair Along, Massini's Maguire, Mon Mome, Neptune Equester, Our Island, Postmaster, Rare Bob, Some Target, Tatenen, the Package, Uncle Junior, Vic Venturi, 50 Abbeybraney, Another Palm, Any Currency, Black Apalachi, Hello Bud, in Compliance, King Fontaine, Midnight Haze, Northern Alliance, Qhilimar, Saddlers Storm, Shakervilz, Swing Bill, Tartak, Tharawaat, Wymott, 66 Crescent Island, Minella Theatre, Psycho, Schindler's Gold, Scotsirish, Smoking Aces.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Swincombe Flame installed as the 5/1 favourite for Heroes Handicap Hurdle

A total of 27 horses have been entered for the Betfred and Levy Board Heroes Handicap Hurdle at Sandown on Saturday and Swincombe Flame has been installed as the 5/1 favourite by the sponsors.

Nick Williams’ mare landed the Lanzarote Hurdle at Kempton by a nose from Featherbed Lane on her latest start and has looked very progressive this season since finishing second behind Dream Function in a novice hurdle back in November.

“Swincombe Flame hasn’t looked back since being beaten on her seasonal debut at Exeter and showed her liking for Sandown when winning a valuable Mares’ bumper at the Esher track last season,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Sonofvic and Thehillofuisneach are next in the market at 8/1 with the trio of Decoy, Knock A Hand and The Pier all priced up at 10/1.

The Betfred and Levy Board Heroes Handicap Hurdle – sponsors bet: 5 Swincombe Flame, 8 Sonofvic, Thehillofuisneach, 10 Decoy, Knock A Hand, The Pier, 12 American Trilogy, Big Easy, Valid Reason, Cotillion, Crack Away Jack, Grand Vision, Well Regarded, 16 Eastlake, Tornado Bob, Volador, 20 Kasbadali, Lightning Strike, Sir Harry Ormesher, So Fine, The Rainbow Hunter, 25 Ashkazar, Grab The Glory, Heathcote, 40 Buena Vista, Dantari, South O’The Border.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Single £2 line lands whopping £369,919 on this weekend’s totescoop6

There was a single winner of this afternoon’s totescoop6 after Batonnier lowered the colours of the warm favourite Broadbackbob in the final leg at Cheltenham.

A total of 20 tickets were left going into the sixth leg but only one was on eventual winner Batonnier which produced a winning dividend of £369,919. The successful punter staked just £2 on the bet and placed their bet in a Coral shop in Banbury, Oxfordshire.

They now have the chance to add a further £158,536 to their winnings when they go for next weekend’s bonus race which is likely to come from Sandown’s Betfred Masters meeting.

“It takes a mammoth effort to win the totescoop6 with just a £2 stake but that’s exactly what a betting shop punter managed to do this weekend and hopefully they’ll be able to take their winnings to over £500,000 next weekend in the bonus race,” said Betfred chairman Fred Done.

A total of £364,584 was bet into this afternoon’s pool and there were 760 winners of the place fund, each of whom picks up £95.90.

totescoop6 dividends - 28/01/12

Win: £369,919
Place: £95.90

totescoop6 rollovers – 28/01/12

Bonus: £158,536

totescoop6 leg breakdown – 28/01/12

After Leg 1 - 1.30 Cheltenham:   Bless The Wings           24,199
After Leg 2 - 2.05 Cheltenham:   The Giant Bolster           5,860
After Leg 3 - 2.20 Doncaster:     Big Easy                       2,026
After Leg 4 - 2.35 Cheltenham:   Midnight Chase             327
After Leg 5 - 2.50 Doncaster:     Calgary Bay                  20
After Leg 6 - 3.10 Cheltenham:   Batonnier                      1

Midnight Chase 16/1 for Betfred Gold Cup after Argento success

Midnight Chase has been cut to 16/1 (from 40/1) for the Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup by the sponsors after producing a fine front-running performance to land the Argento Chase at Cheltenham this afternoon.

Neil Mulholland’s grey jumped superbly and had most of his rivals toiling turning for home and whilst Tidal Bay stayed on from the back, he couldn’t reel the winner who scored by two-and-a-half lengths. Tidal Bay has also been cut on the back of his efforts and is now 33/1 (from 66/1) for the Gold Cup.

“Midnight Chase’s love affair with Cheltenham continued with a fine performance in the Argento Chase and whilst he’s sure to run another solid race in the Gold Cup, he still has a fair bit to find to trouble the front two in the market,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Earlier on the card, Grumeti was awarded the JCB Triumph Hurdle Trial after Pearl Swan passed the post first and the pair have been quoted at 8/1 by Betfred for the Triumph Hurdle at the Cheltenham Festival. Sadler’s Risk has been promoted to 6/1 favouritism (from 8/1) following this race.

Over at Doncaster, Calgary Bay produced a smart weight-carrying performance to land the Skybet Chase and he is now a 20/1 shot with Betfred for the John Smith’s Grand National.

Betfair Hurdle – Betfred bet: 4 Zarkandar, 7 Darlan, 10 Rock On Ruby, 11 Raya Star, 12 (from 20) Citizenship, Olofi, Sire de Grugy, Soldatino, 14 Ciceron, Empire Levant, Final Approach, Third Intention, 16 Bobby Ewing, Celestial Halo, Dare Me, Flat Out, Get Me Out Of Here, 20 A Media Luz, Alarazi, Brampour, Double Ross, Drive Time, Ericht, Rigidity, Sailors Warn, Ubi Ace, Via Galilei, 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Supreme Novices’ Hurdle – Betfred bet: 8 Steps To Freedom, 10 Cinders And Ashes, Darlan, 12 Captain Conan, Galileo’s Choice, Simonsig, 14 Montbazon, 16 Cash And Go, Colour Squadron, Midnight Game, Tetlami, 20 All The Aces, Allure Of Illusion, Sous Les Cieux, 25 Dylan Ross, Prospect Wells.

¼ 1-2-3

Irish Independent Arkle Chase – Betfred bet: 9/4 Sprinter Sacre, 5 Al Ferof, Peddlers Cross, 10 Cue Card, Menorah, 12 Blackstairmountain, 16 Bog Warrior, Cristal Bonus, Kid Cassidy, 20 For Non Stop, 25 Call The Police, Shot From The Hip, Sir Des Champs, 33 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Stan James Champion Hurdle – Betfred bet: 7/4 Hurricane Fly, 5 Grandouet, 13/2 Zarkandar, 8 Binocular, 10 Rock On Ruby, Unaccompanied, 14 Oscars Well, 16 Oscar Whisky, 20 Thousand Stars, 25 Peddlers Cross, So Young, 33 Brampour, Overturn, Zaidpour, 40 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Glenfarclas Cross Country Handicap – Betfred bet: 7/2 Scotsirish, 9/2 Uncle Junior, 6 Sizing Australia, 8 Garde Champetre, 10 Maljimar, Poker de Sivola, 14 Chamirey, 16 Double Dizzy, Fort George, Gullible Gordon, 20 A New Story, Freneys Well, Wedger Pardy, 33 Hennessy.

¼ 1-2-3

JLT Speciality Handicap Chase – Betfred bet: 7 Hold On Julio, 10 Quantitativeeasing, 12 Bensalem, Sunnyhillboy, 14 Great Endeavour, Planet Of Sound, Qianshan Leader, 16 Aiteen Thirtythree, Calgary Bay, Carruthers, Galaxy Rock, Michel Le Bon, Mon Parrain, 20 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

David Nicholson Mares’ Hurdle – Betfred bet: 5/4 Quevega, 4 Voler La Vedette, 11/2 Unaccompanied, 16 Alasi, Kentford Grey Lady, Violin Davies, 20 Dare To Doubt, Our Girl Salley.

¼ 1-2-3

Neptune Novices’ Hurdle – Betfred bet: 9/2 Fingal Bay, 9 Make Your Mark, 10 Simonsig, 12 Boston Bob, 14 Sous Les Cieux, 16 Broadbackbob, Captain Conan, Colour Squadron, Monksland, 20 Fourth Estate, Montbazon, Oscar Magic, Wandering Aengus, 25 Allure Of Illusion, Mount Benbulben, Texas Jack.

¼ 1-2-3
Sportingbet Queen Mother Champion Chase – Betfred bet: 2 Sizing Europe, 4 Big Zeb, 6 Finian’s Rainbow, 10 Peddlers Cross, Somersby, 16 Al Ferof, 20 Blazing Tempo, Realt Dubh, 25 Gauvain, Hold Fast, Kauto Stone, Wishfull Thinking, 33 Ghizao, 40 Dan Breen, Forpadydeplasterer, 50 Imsingingtheblues, Nacarat, Oiseau de Nuit, 66 I’m So Lucky.

¼ 1-2-3

RSA Chase – Betfred bet: 5/2 Grand Crus, 5 Bobs Worth, 7 Last Instalment, 10 Join Together, 12 Bog Warrior, Silviniaco Conti, 14 First Lieutenant, Sir Des Champs, 20 Champion Court, Lambro, Mossley, 25 Allee Garde, Berties Dream, Call The Police, Cristal Bonus, Mr Moonshine, 33 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Diamond Jubilee National Hunt Chase – Betfred bet: 9 Harry The Viking, 12 Alfie Spinner, Allee Garde, Loose Preformer, Soll, 14 Crash, Lambro, Picture This, Up The Beat, 16 Baile Anrai, Medical Card, Merchant Royal, Oscar Dan Dan, Smoking Aces, Start Me Up, Strongbows Legend, Teaforthree, Universal Solider, Viking Blond, 20 Daffern Seal, Definite Dawn, Fists Of Fury, Iron Chancellor, Manger Hanagement, Mister Hyde, Rivage d’Or, 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Weatherby’s Champion Bumper – Betfred bet: 10 Champagne Fever, 14 Population, Silver Concorde, Un Atout, 16 Gevrey Chambertin, Shutthefrontdoor, Sword Of Honour, The New One, Venture Capital, 20 Mozoltov, Sir Johnson, The Paparrazi Kid, The Westerner Boy, 25 Circular Quay, Condaw Warrior, Moscow Mannon.

¼ 1-2-3

Jewson Novices’ Chase - Betfred bet: 11/2 Peddlers Cross, 6 Silviniaco Conti, 7 Al Ferof, 8 Last Instalment, 9 Blackstairmountain, 10 Bog Warrior, Cristal Bonus, Sir Des Champs, 12 Champion Court, For Non Stop, Solix, 14 Cedre Bleu, Walkon, 16 First Lieutenant, Minella Class, Zaynar, 20 Call The Police, Invictus, Lambro, Mossley, Notus de la Tour, Our Mick, Shot From The Hip, 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Ryanair Chase – Betfred bet: 6 Rubi Light, Somersby, 7 Noble Prince, 8 Riverside Theatre, 10 Albertas Run, Captain Chris, Kauto Stone, 12 Finians Rainbow, Great Endeavour, 14 Blazing Tempo, Kalahari King, 16 Gauvain, Medermit, Poquelin, Somersby, Wishfull Thinking, 20 Quel Esprit, Realt Dubh, 25 Champion Court, Jessies Dream, 33 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Ladbrokes World Hurdle – Betfred bet: 4/7 Big Buck’s, 9/2 Oscar Whisky, 7 Thousand Stars, 12 Bobs Worth, Zaidpour, 16 Mikael d’Haguenet, Quevega, So Young, Voler La Vedette, 20 Mourad, Overturn, 25 Dynaste, Poungach, 33 Five Dream, Restless Harry, 40 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

JCB Triumph Hurdle – Betfred bet: 6 (from 8) Sadler’s Risk, 8 (first show) Pearl Swan, Grumeti, Minsk, Ranjaan, 12 Hinterland, Ut de Sivola, 14 Hisaabaat, 16 Dildar, Hollow Tree, Urbain de Sivola, 20 Baby Mix, Cotton Mill, Sportsmaster, 25 Countrywide Flame, Vendor.

¼ 1-2-3

Albert Bartlett Novices’ Hurdle – Betfred bet: 5 Fingal Bay, 10 Boston Bob, Simonsig, 12 Make Your Mark, Sea Of Thunder, 16 Mount Benbulben, Samain, 20 Captain Sunshine, King’s Grace, Ongenstown Lad, 25 Bold Optimist, Sous Les Cieux, Sword Of Destiny.

¼ 1-2-3

Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup – sponsors bet: 9/4 Long Run, 4 Kauto Star, 7 Grands Crus, 10 Synchronised, 16 (from 40) Midnight Chase, 20 Captain Chris, Time For Rupert, 25 Jessies Dream, Quel Esprit, Quito de la Roque, The Minack, Weird Al, 33 (from 66) Tidal Bay, Albertas Run, Burton Port, Diamond Harry, Finians Rainbow, 40 bar.

Non runner, no bet - ¼ 1-2-3

Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup: Special Forecasts – sponsors bet: 12 Long Run to win/Kauto Star to finish second, 14 Kauto Star to win/Long Run to finish second.

Christie’s Foxhunter Steeplechase – Betfred bet: 6 Backstage, 7 Baby Run, Zemsky, 8 On The Fringe, 10 Chapoturgeon, 14 Boxer Georg, Cork All Star, Merchant Royal, My Flora, Roulez Cool, 16 Barbers Shop, Cloudy Lane, 20 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

John Smith’s Grand National – Betfred bet: 16 Ballabriggs, Junior, 20 Beshabar, Calgary Bay, On His Own, Midnight Chase, Shakalakaboomboom, West End Rocker, 25 Always Right, Cappa Bleu, Chicago Grey, Galaxy Rock, Hey Big Spender, Killyglen, The Midnight Club, The Minack, 33 Alfa Beat, Always Waining, Baby Run, Backstage, Becauseicouldntsee, Gentle Ranger, Merigo, Midnight Chase, Mon Mome, Niche Market, Our Monty, Poker de Sivola, Quinz, State Of Play, Sunnyhillboy, Western Charmer, What A Friend, 40 Big Fella Thanks.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Tatenen dashes hopes of totescoop6 punters in final leg

This afternoon’s totescoop6 was not won after Tatenen won the BetVictor.com Handicap Chase at Ascot for the second successive year.

Just one ticket remained going into the final leg but Zaynar couldn’t quite manage to land a second course victory at Ascot this season which means there is now a rollover of £242,314 in the win fund.

There should be around £500,000 up for grabs next weekend as the bonus fund has also reached £103,849 and with no-one eligible to play for it on Saturday, this will grow further.

“For the second successive weekend, just one ticket remained in the totescoop6 going into the final leg but the bet rolls over once again meaning that next Saturday’s bet could be worth around £500,000,” said totepool spokesman George Primarolo.

A total of £290,420 was bet into this afternoon’s pool and there were 653 winners of the place fund, each of whom picks up £88.90.

totescoop6 dividends - 21/01/12

Win: Not Won
Place: £88.90

totescoop6 rollovers – 21/01/12

Win: £242,314
Bonus: £103,849

totescoop6 leg breakdown – 21/01/12

After Leg 1 - 2.05 Ascot:             Violin Davis                   21,143
After Leg 2 - 2.20 Haydock:        Reindeer Dippin             2,890
After Leg 3 - 2.35 Ascot:             Smad Place                  204
After Leg 4 - 3.10 Ascot:             Somersby                     25
After Leg 5 - 3.30 Haydock:        According To Pete         1
After Leg 6 - 3.45 Ascot:             Tatenen             0

Bold Ransom heads Peter Marsh betting after 11 are declared

Bold Ransom is the 5/1 favourite with Betfred for Saturday’s Peter Marsh Chase at Haydock after a final field of 11 was declared this morning.

The ten-year-old will be representing the in-form Keith Reveley yard and showed great resolution to take The Last Fling Chase in testing conditions last time out.

Pearlysteps is just behind the favourite at 11/2 with recent Wincanton winner Consigliere next in the market at 7/1.

“Bold Ransom showed a liking for testing conditions at Haydock last time out and with Keith Reveley’s yard in flying form at the moment, he should be a popular choice with punters in Saturday’s Peter Marsh Chase,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Over at Ascot, a final field of eight has been declared for the Victor Chandler Chase and Finian’s Rainbow heads the market at 15/8 with Betfred. Al Ferof is the 11/4 second-favourite with Somersby next in the betting at 6/1.

There has also been support for a couple of horses ahead of the Betfair Hurdle at Newbury next month. Soldatino is now 12/1 (from 16/1) whilst Empire Levant has also been cut to 14/1 (from 20/1).

Victor Chandler Chase – Betfred bet: 15/8 Finian’s Rainbow, 11/4 Al Ferof, 6 Somersby, Wishfull Thinking, 8 Gauvain, 12 Forpadydeplasterer, 33 I’m So Lucky, Oiseau de Nuit.

1/5 1-2-3

Peter Marsh Chase – Betfred bet: 5 Bold Ransom, 11/2 Pearlysteps, 7 Consigliere, 15/2 According To Pete, 8 Mon Mome, Take The Breeze, 9 The Sawyer, 10 King Fontaine, Oscar Gogo, 12 Mount Oscar, 14 Crescent Island.

1/5 1-2-3

Thyestes Chase – Betfred bet: 8 On His Own, Prince de Beauchene, Seabass, 10 Glam Gerry, 12 Adams Island, Stephanie Kate, 14 Jack The Bus, Rivage d’Or, 16 Becauseicouldntsee, Marlay Park, Shakervilz, Smoking Aces, Some Target, Start Me Up, The Bishop Looney, The Hard Hat, Tinakellylad, Tullintain, 20 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Boylesports.com Hurdle – Betfred bet: 13/2 Scottish Boogie, 8 Reizovic, 14 Bay Of Kotor, Blazing Tempo, Citizenship, Make A Track, What A Charm, 16 Askthemaster, Cass Bligh, Plan A, Staying Article, 20 Il Fenomeno, Quiscover Fontaine, Sailors Warn, Sweet My Lord, Zaarito, 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Betfair Hurdle – Betfred bet: 4 Zarkandar, 8 Darlan, 10 Rock On Ruby, 11 Raya Star, 12 (from 16) Soldatino, Sire de Grugy, Olofi, 14 Ciceron, Empire Levant, Final Approach, 16 Bobby Ewing, Celestial Halo, Dare Me, Flat Out, Get Me Out Of Here, Recession Proof, Third Intention, 20 Act Of Kalanisi, Alarazi, A Media Luz, Brampour, Citizenship, Double Ross, Drive Time, Ericht, Rigidity, Sailors Warn, Torphicen, Ubi Ace, Via Galilei, 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Supreme Novices’ Hurdle – Betfred bet: 8 Steps To Freedom, 10 Darlan, 12 Captain Conan, Galileo’s Choice, Simonsig, 14 Cinders And Ashes, Montbazon, 16 Cash And Go, Colour Squadron, Tetlami, 20 All The Aces, Allure Of Illusion, Sous Les Cieux, 25 Dylan Ross, Prospect Wells.

¼ 1-2-3

Irish Independent Arkle Chase – Betfred bet: 9/4 Sprinter Sacre, 5 Al Ferof, Peddlers Cross, 10 Cue Card, 12 Menorah, 14 Blackstairmountain, 20 For Non Stop, Salden Licht, 25 Walkon, 33 Kumbeshwar.

¼ 1-2-3

Stan James Champion Hurdle – Betfred bet: 2 Hurricane Fly, 5 Grandouet, 7 Zarkandar, 8 Spirit Son, 10 Binocular, Rock On Ruby, 12 Unaccompanied, 16 Oscar Whisky, Oscars Well, 20 Thousand Stars, 25 Peddlers Cross, So Young, 33 Brampour, Overturn, Zaidpour, 40 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

¼ 1-2-3-4

David Nicholson Mares’ Hurdle – Betfred bet: 5/4 Quevega, 4 Voler La Vedette, 11/2 Unaccompanied, 12 Our Girl Salley, 16 Kentford Grey Lady, Alasi, 20 Dare To Doubt.

¼ 1-2-3

Neptune Novices’ Hurdle – Betfred bet: 9/2 Fingal Bay, 9 Make Your Mark, 10 Simonsig, 12 Boston Bob, 14 Sous Les Cieux, 16 Barbatos, Broadbackbob, Captain Conan, Colour Squadron, Monksland, 20 Fourth Estate, Montbazon, Oscar Magic, Wandering Aengus, 25 Allure Of Illusion, Mount Benbulben, Texas Jack.

¼ 1-2-3
Sportingbet Queen Mother Champion Chase – Betfred bet: 9/4 Sizing Europe, 9/2 Big Zeb, 11/2 Finian’s Rainbow, 10 Peddlers Cross, 12 Al Ferof, 16 Wishfull Thinking, 20 Realt Dubh, Wishfull Thinking, 25 Gauvain, Kauto Stone, 33 Ghizao, Hold Fast, Somersby, 40 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

RSA Chase – Betfred bet: 5/2 Grand Crus, 5 Bobs Worth, 7 Last Instalment, 10 Join Together, 12 Bog Warrior, Silviniaco Conti, 14 First Lieutenant, Sir Des Champs, 20 Champion Court, Hidden Cyclone, Mossley, Sonofvic, 25 Back In Focus, Mr Moonshine.

¼ 1-2-3

Weatherby’s Champion Bumper – Betfred bet: 14 Population, Silver Concorde, Un Atout, 16 Gevrey Chambertin, Shutthefrontdoor, Sword Of Honour, The New One, Venture Capital, 20 Champagne Fever, Mozoltov, Sir Johnson, The Paparrazi Kid, The Westerner Boy, 25 Circular Quay, Condaw Warrior, Moscow Mannon.

¼ 1-2-3

Jewson Novices’ Chase - Betfred bet: 11/2 Peddlers Cross, 6 Silviniaco Conti, 7 Al Ferof, Cue Card, Grands Crus, 10 Bog Warrior, Sir Des Champs, 12 Champion Court, For Non Stop, Solix, 14 Hidden Cyclone, Walkon, 16 First Lieutenant, Minella Class, Zaynar, 20 Invictus, Notus de la Tour, Poungach.

¼ 1-2-3

Ryanair Chase – Betfred bet: 4 Noble Prince, 7 Captain Chris, Rubi Light, 8 Riverside Theatre, 10 Albertas Run, Kauto Stone, 12 Finians Rainbow, Great Endeavour, 14 Kalahari King, 16 Gauvain, Medermit, Poquelin, Somersby, Wishfull Thinking, 20 Quel Esprit, Realt Dubh, 25 Blazing Tempo, Champion Court, Jessies Dream, Tranquil Sea, 33 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

Ladbrokes World Hurdle – Betfred bet: 4/7 Big Buck’s, 9/2 Oscar Whisky, 7 Thousand Stars, 8 Voler La Vedette, 12 Bobs Worth, 16 Mikael d’Haguenet, Quevega, So Young, Zaidpour, 20 Mourad, Overturn, 25 Dynaste, Poungach, 33 Five Dream, Restless Harry, 40 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

JCB Triumph Hurdle – Betfred bet: 7 Baby Mix, 8 Sadler’s Risk, 10 Grumeti, Minsk, 12 Hinterland, Ut de Sivola, 14 Hisaabaat, Ranjaan, 16 Dildar, Hollow Tree, Urbain de Sivola, 20 Cotton Mill, Sportsmaster, 25 Countrywide Flame, Vendor.

¼ 1-2-3

Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup – sponsors bet: 9/4 Long Run, 4 Kauto Star, 7 Grands Crus, 10 Synchronised, 12 Captain Chris, 20 Time For Rupert, 25 Diamond Harry, Jessies Dream, Quel Esprit, Quito de la Roque, The Minack, Weird Al, 33 Albertas Run, Burton Port, Finians Rainbow, 40 bar.

Non runner, no bet - ¼ 1-2-3

Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup: Special Forecasts – sponsors bet: 12 Long Run to win/Kauto Star to finish second, 14 Kauto Star to win/Long Run to finish second.

Christie’s Foxhunter Steeplechase – Betfred bet: 6 Backstage, 7 Baby Run, Zemsky, 8 My Flora, On The Fringe, 14 Boxer Georg, Cork All Star, Roulez Cool, 16 Alvarado, Barbers Shop, 20 Dantes Storm, Description, Just Amazing, Oedipe, Sericina, Turthen, 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

John Smith’s Grand National – Betfred bet: 16 Ballabriggs, Junior, 20 Beshabar, Oscar Time, Shakalakaboomboom, West End Rocker, 25 Always Right, Cappa Bleu, Chicago Grey, Galaxy Rock, Hey Big Spender, Killyglen, The Midnight Club, The Minack, 33 Alfa Beat, Always Waining, Baby Run, Backstage, Becauseicouldntsee, Gentle Ranger, Merigo, Midnight Chase, Mon Mome, Niche Market, Our Monty, Poker de Sivola, Quinz, State Of Play, Sunnyhillboy, Western Charmer, What A Friend, 40 Big Fella Thanks.

¼ 1-2-3-4

John Smith’s Grand National: Donald McCain Specials – Betfred bet

12/1      To win the 2012 John Smith’s Grand National
3/1        To have a placed horse in the 2012 John Smith’s Grand National
4/1        Ballabriggs to be placed in the 2012 John Smith’s Grand National
11/10    Ballabriggs to complete the course in the 2012 John Smith’s Grand National
40/1      Ballabriggs to be placed in the 2012 John Smith’s Grand National and Weird Al to be placed in the 2012 Betfred Gold Cup.

Ballabriggs 16/1 for repeat victory in Grand National

Ballabriggs is the 16/1 joint-favourite for this year's John Smith's Grand National with Betfred after Donald McCain today revealed that last year's winner was on target to defend his crown at Aintree in April.

As well as heading Betfred's market alongside Junior, Ballabriggs has also been quoted at 4/1 to be placed in this year's race whilst its 11/10 that he manages to complete the course once more.

His handler is 12/1 to train the winner of the race again whilst it's 3/1 that one of his horses finishes in the frame.

"Recent history suggests that Ballabriggs faces an uphill battle in his attempt to win a second consecutive Grand National but if anyone knows how to do this, it's the McCain family and last year's winner shouldn't be underestimated," said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Last year's runner-up Oscar Time is one of three horses priced up at 20/1 by Betfred behind Ballabriggs and Junior in the market. Donald McCain could also run Weird Al and Wymott in this year's Grand National and Betfred have priced up that pair at 33/1 and 50/1 respectively.

It's also 40/1 that Weird Al is placed in this year's Betfred Gold Cup and Ballabriggs is placed in this year's Grand National.

John Smith's Grand National - Betfred bet: 16 Ballabriggs, Junior, 20 Beshabar, Oscar Time, Shakalakaboomboom, West End Rocker, 25 Always Right, Cappa Bleu, Chicago Grey, Galaxy Rock, Hey Big Spender, Killyglen, The Midnight Club, The Minack, 33 Alfa Beat, Always Waining, Baby Run, Backstage, Becauseicouldntsee, Gentle Ranger, Merigo, Midnight Chase, Mon Mome, Niche Market, Our Monty, Poker de Sivola, Quinz, State Of Play, Sunnyhillboy, Weird Al, Western Charmer, What A Friend, 40 Big Fella Thanks, 50/1 Wymott.

¼ 1-2-3-4

John Smith's Grand National: Donald McCain Specials - Betfred bet

12/1      To win the 2012 John Smith's Grand National

3/1        To have a placed horse in the 2012 John Smith's Grand National

4/1        Ballabriggs to be placed in the 2012 John Smith's Grand National

11/10    Ballabriggs to complete the course in the 2012 John Smith's Grand National

40/1      Ballabriggs to be placed in the 2012 John Smith's Grand National and Weird Al to be placed in the 2012 Betfred Gold Cup.

Win Only

Shakalakaboomboom heads Peter Marsh Chase market at 6/1

Shakalakaboomboom is the 6/1 favourite with Betfred for the Peter Marsh Chase after a total of 18 horses were entered for Saturday’s race at Haydock.

Nicky Henderson’s eight-year-old has caught the eye since stepping up in trip and was particularly impressive last time out at Cheltenham when he took a Grade 3 handicap chase. The Giant Bolster is the 7/1 second-favourite with both Bold Ransom and Consigliere next in the market at 8/1.

“Shakalakaboomboom is certainly still very much unexposed at staying trips and a trip to Aintree will certainly be on the cards if he can justify favouritism at Haydock on Saturday,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Finian’s Rainbow and Al Ferof feature amongst eight horses that have been left in the Victor Chandler Chase at Ascot on Saturday and the former has been cut to 7/4 (from 2/1) by Betfred at the head of the market. Al Ferof is next at 11/4 with Somersby a 6/1 shot.

Finian’s Rainbow has also been cut to 11/2 (from 6/1) by Betfred for the Queen Mother Champion Chase whilst Wishfull Thinking has also been nibbled into 16/1 (from 20/1) for the same race.

Victor Chandler Chase – Betfred bet: 7/4 (from 2) Finian’s Rainbow, 11/4 Al Ferof, 6 Somersby, 13/2 Wishfull Thinking, 7 Gauvain, 10 Forpadydeplasterer, 25 I’m So Lucky, Oiseau de Nuit.

1/5 1-2-3

Peter Marsh Chase – Betfred bet: 6 Shakalakaboomboom, 7 The Giant Bolster, 8 Bold Ransom, Consigliere, 9 According To Pete, Pearlysteps, 10 Sa Suffit, Take The Breeze, Tamarinbleu, 12 Mon Mome, Oscar Gogo, Rate Of Knots, Shaking Hands, 14 Mount Oscar, The Sawyer, 16 Crescent Island, King Fontaine, 20 Mad Max.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Thyestes Chase – Betfred bet: 10 Beautiful Sound, On His Own, Prince de Beauchene, Quel Esprit, Seabass, 14 Adams Island, Glam Gerry, Our Monty, Treacle, 16 Alpha Ridge, Medical Card, Rivage d’Or, Stephanie Kate, 20 Aitmatov, Arklow Ger, Becauseicouldntsee, Head Of The Posse, Jack The Bus, Leanne, Marlay Park, Shakervilz, Some Target, Son Amix, Start Me Up, The Bishop Looney, Tinakellylad, Tullintain, 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Boylesports.com Hurdle – Betfred bet: 13/2 Scottish Boogie, 8 Reizovic, 14 Bay Of Kotor, Blazing Tempo, Citizenship, Make A Track, Olofi, What A Charm, 16 Askthemaster, Cass Bligh, Plan A, Staying Article, 20 Il Fenomeno, Quiscover Fontaine, Sailors Warn, Sweet My Lord, Zaarito, 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Betfair Hurdle – Betfred bet: 5 Zarkandar, 10 Darlan, Rock On Ruby, 12 Olofi, 14 All The Aces, Ciceron, Final Approach, Raya Star, 16 Bobby Ewing, Celestial Halo, Dare Me, Flat Out, Get Me Out Of Here, Recession Proof, Sire de Grugy, Soldatino, Third Intention, 20 Act Of Kalanisi, Alarazi, A Media Luz, Brampour, Citizenship, Double Ross, Drive Time, Empire Levant, Ericht, Rigidity, Sailors Warn, Torphicen, Ubi Ace, Via Galilei, 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

¼ 1-2-3

David Nicholson Mares’ Hurdle – Betfred bet: 5/4 Quevega, 4 Voler La Vedette, 11/2 Unaccompanied, 12 Our Girl Salley, 16 Kentford Grey Lady, Alasi, 20 Dare To Doubt.

¼ 1-2-3

¼ 1-2-3
Sportingbet Queen Mother Champion Chase – Betfred bet: 9/4 Sizing Europe, 9/2 Big Zeb, 11/2 (from 6) Finian’s Rainbow, 10 Peddlers Cross, 12 Al Ferof, 16 (from 20) Wishfull Thinking, 20 Realt Dubh, Wishfull Thinking, 25 Gauvain, Kauto Stone, 33 Ghizao, Hold Fast, Somersby, 40 bar.

¼ 1-2-3

RSA Chase – Betfred bet: 5/2 Grand Crus, 5 Bobs Worth, 7 Last Instalment, 10 Join Together, 12 Bog Warrior, Silviniaco Conti, 14 First Lieutenant, Sir Des Champs, 20 Champion Court, Hidden Cyclone, Mossley, Sonofvic, 25 Back In Focus, Mr Moonshine.

¼ 1-2-3

Ladbrokes World Hurdle – Betfred bet: 4/7 Big Buck’s, 9/2 Oscar Whisky, 7 Thousand Stars, 8 Voler La Vedette, 16 Mikael d’Haguenet, So Young, Zaidpour, 20 Mourad, Overturn, 25 Dynaste, First Lieutenant, Fiveforthree, Solwhit.

¼ 1-2-3

JCB Triumph Hurdle – Betfred bet: 7 Baby Mix, 8 Sadler’s Risk, 10 Minsk, 12 Grumeti, Hinterland, Ut de Sivola, 14 Hisaabaat, Ranjaan, 16 Dildar, Hollow Tree, Urbain de Sivola, 20 Cotton Mill, Sportsmaster, 25 Countrywide Flame, Vendor.

¼ 1-2-3

Non runner, no bet - ¼ 1-2-3

Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup: Special Forecasts – sponsors bet: 12 Long Run to win/Kauto Star to finish second, 14 Kauto Star to win/Long Run to finish second.

¼ 1-2-3

¼ 1-2-3-4

totescoop6 rolls over after Hey Big Spender’s victory in the Betfred Classic Chase

This afternoon’s totescoop6 was not won after 33/1 outsider Miko de Beauchene failed to win the final leg at Warwick which was the Betfred Classic Chase.

Just one ticket remained going into the sixth leg but the twelve-year-old couldn’t land a blow as Hey Big Spender collared Strongbows Legend after the last to record a three-quarter length victory from the running-on Fredo.

This means there is a rollover of £140,667 in the win fund whilst the bonus fund will once again be guaranteed to the tune of £100,000 next weekend.

A total of £196,920 was bet into this afternoon’s pool and there were only 12 winners of the place fund, each of whom picks up a healthy £3,282.00.

“Although no-one managed to land this weekend’s totescoop6 win fund, the twelve winners of the place fund will be surely be chuffed to bits as they’ve each pocketed £3,282 without even picking a winner,” said totepool spokesman George Primarolo.

totescoop6 dividends - 14/01/12

Win: Not Won
Place: £3,282.00

totescoop6 rollovers – 14/01/12

Win: £140,667
Bonus: £100,000 guaranteed (£60,286 rollover)

totescoop6 leg breakdown – 14/01/12

After Leg 1 - 2.00 Warwick:         Marodima                      25,120
After Leg 2 - 2.15 Kempton:        Moleskin                       2,365
After Leg 3 - 2.30 Warwick:         Thehillofuisneach           535
After Leg 4 - 2.50 Kempton:        Swincombe Lane           110
After Leg 5 - 3.20 Kempton:        Cruchain                       1
After Leg 6 - 3.40 Warwick:         Hey Big Spender            0

A guaranteed £250,000 could be won on this weekend’s totescoop6

This weekend’s totescoop6 will be guaranteed to the tune of £250,000 after two anonymous punters landed last weekend’s bonus race.

Last weekend’s win fund wasn’t won which left a rollover of £71,745 but there will be a guaranteed £150,000 up for grabs for anyone who can pick all six winners. The bonus fund will also be guaranteed to £100,000.

Tomorrow’s totescoop6 takes in action from Warwick and Kempton with all six races live in Channel 4. The highlight sees a field of 14 line-up for the Betfred Classic Chase at Warwick where Neptune Equester will be looking to justify strong support in the ante-post market.

“This weekend’s totescoop6 pools have been given a welcome boost and a single winner of the bet could pick up a guaranteed £250,000,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

The totejackpot is at Warwick on Saturday whilst the totetrifecta rollover race will be the Lanzarote Handicap Hurdle (2.50 Kempton).

totescoop6 races – 14/01/12

Leg 1: 2.00 Warwick
Leg 2: 2.15 Kempton
Leg 3: 2.30 Warwick
Leg 4: 2.50 Kempton
Leg 5: 3.20 Kempton
Leg 6: 3.40 Warwick

totescoop6 rollovers – 14/01/12

Win: £150,000 guaranteed (£71,745 rollover)
Bonus: £100,000 guaranteed (£30,748 rollover)

totejackpot Meeting – 14/01/12

Warwick

totetrifecta/toteswinger rollover race – 14/01/12

2.50 Kempton

Long Run heads Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup market as 34 entries are revealed

A total of 34 horses have been entered for this year’s Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup and last year’s winner Long Run heads the market at 11/4 with the sponsors.

The sponsors will also be going non-runner, no bet on the race from Thursday morning onwards which will be of interest to those who fancy Grands Crus who has been given an entry in the Gold Cup as well as the RSA Chase at the Festival for which he is the 5/2 favourite.

David Pipe has hinted that his novice could line up for the Gold Cup and he has been quoted at 8/1 by Betfred to emulate Captain Christy who was the last rookie to win the race in 1974.

"Long Run and Kauto Star currently head the market for the Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup after their epic tussles in both the Betfair Chase and King George this season but Grands Crus is an extremely interesting entry and punters can now back David Pipe's novice safe in the knowledge that they will get their money back should the horse take up an alternative entry at the Festival," said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Kauto Star is the 4/1 second-favourite with Betfred despite lowering the colours of Long Run on two separate occasions so far this season. Lexus Chase winner Synchronised is next in the market at 10/1 with Captain Chris a 16/1 shot.

Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup – sponsors bet: 11/4 Long Run, 4 Kauto Star, 8 Grands Crus, 10 Synchronised, 16 Captain Chris, 20 Time For Rupert, 25 Diamond Harry, Jessies Dream, Quel Esprit, Quito de la Roque, The Minack, Weird Al, 33 Albertas Run, Finians Rainbow, 40 Bostons Angel, Burton Port, Junior, Medermit, Midnight Chase, What A Friend, 50 Apt Approach, Carruthers, Little Josh, 66 China Rock, Magnanimity, Poquelin, Tidal Bay, The Giant Bolster, The Midnight Club, Wayward Prince, 100 Hey Big Spender, Mon Mome, 150 Halley, Knockara Beau.

Non runner, no bet - ¼ 1-2-3

PHIL SIERS TO JOIN BETFRED

Betfred is pleased to announce that Phil Siers will be joining the business from 1st April 2012 to assume responsibility for the Totepool operation. Phil is currently Managing Director of the LBO Division at SIS.

Jason Brautigam, who has fulfilled a number of roles since joining the Tote from Ascot Racecourse in November 2004 and is currently Managing Director for Totepool, will be leaving at the end of March to pursue other interests.

Trevor Beaumont, Betfred Chief Executive, commented: “Jason had made known his intention some time ago to step down from his role at the end of the financial year. He has done an excellent job during his time with Totepool and will continue to do so to ensure a seamless transition. Jason’s immense knowledge of how the Tote operates in all of its facets has been invaluable in helping to manage the integration with Betfred post-sale and we wish him all the best for the future.”

Phil and Jason previously worked together at the Tote and will be able to deliver a smooth handover in the coming weeks.

Jason Brautigam said, “I have thoroughly enjoyed working at the Tote, but after seven and a half years the time is now right to pursue new challenges in my career. I leave the business in very good health, with an excellent team in place to deliver the new strategy for Totepool under Betfred ownership, and wish them every success in the future.”

Sona Sasta and Strongbow’s Legend head market for Betfred Classic Chase

A total of 17 horses have been entered for Saturday’s Betfred Classic Chase at Warwick and the sponsors can’t split Sona Sasta and Strongbow’s Legend at the head of the market, making the pair the 7/1 joint-favourites.

Sona Sasta finished down the field when last seen in the Paddy Power Chase at Leopardstown but had previously finished second behind subsequent Welsh National winner Le Beau Bai at Chepstow on his seasonal reappearance.

Strongbow’s Legend fell in the Sussex National after being the subject of a huge gamble but had previously dotted up in a handicap chase at Hereford.

“It looks a wide-open renewal of the Betfred Classic Chase and whilst Sona Sasta and Strongbow’s Legend have to bounce back from poor efforts last time out, both have shown decent enough form already this season to give them a fair chance of landing this valuable race,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Neptune Equester is the 8/1 second-favourite with both Faasel and Major Malarkey next in the betting at 9/1.

Over at Taunton this afternoon, Darlan took the southwest-racing.co.uk Novices’ Hurdle with the minimum of fuss and has been cut to 12/1 (from 16/1) by Betfred for the Supreme Novices’ Hurdle at the Cheltenham Festival.

Betfred Classic Chase – sponsors bet: 7 Sona Sasta, Strongbow’s Legend, 8 Neptune Equester, 9 Faasel, Major Malarkey, 10 Hey Big Spender, Leading Contender, Shaking Hands, 12 Bench Warrant, Blazing Bailey, Fortification, Fredo, 14 Key Cutter, Morning Moment, 16 Miko de Beauchene, 20 On Borrowed Wings.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Victor Chandler Chase – Betfred bet: 2 Finian’s Rainbow, 11/4 Al Ferof, 11/2 Somersby, 6 Kauto Stone, 7 Gauvain, Wishfull Thinking, 10 Forpadydeplasterer, 25 Imsingingtheblues, Oiseau De Nuit, 33 Dan Breen, I’m So Lucky, 50 King Edmund.

1/5 1-2-3

Supreme Novices’ Hurdle – Betfred bet: 8 Steps To Freedom, 10 Waaheb, 12 (from 16) Darlan, Galileo’s Choice, Simonsig, 14 Cinders And Ashes, Montbazon, 16 Captain Conan, Cash And Go, Colour Squadron, 20 All The Aces, Allure Of Illusion, Sous Les Cieux, Tetlami, 25 Dylan Ross, Prospect Wells.

¼ 1-2-3

Irish Independent Arkle Chase – Betfred bet: 9/4 Sprinter Sacre, 5 Al Ferof, 6 Peddlers Cross, 10 Cue Card, 12 Menorah, 14 Blackstairmountain, 20 For Non Stop, Salden Licht, 25 Walkon, 33 Kumbeshwar.

¼ 1-2-3

Stan James Champion Hurdle – Betfred bet: 2 Hurricane Fly, 5 Grandouet, 7 Zarkandar, 8 Spirit Son, Zarkandar, 10 Binocular, Rock On Ruby, 12 Unaccompanied, 20 Oscars Well, Thousand Stars, 33 Brampour, Menorah, Overturn.

¼ 1-2-3

Sportingbet Queen Mother Champion Chase – Betfred bet: 9/4 Sizing Europe, 5 Big Zeb, 7 Finian’s Rainbow, 10 Captain Chris, 14 Noble Prince, 20 Realt Dubh, 25 Captain Cee Bee, Flat Out, Gauvain, Kauto Stone, 33 Ghizao, Medermit.

¼ 1-2-3

RSA Chase – Betfred bet: 5/2 Grand Crus, 5 Bobs Worth, 7 Last Instalment, 10 Join Together, 12 Bog Warrior, Silviniaco Conti, 14 First Lieutenant, Sir Des Champs, 20 Champion Court, Hidden Cyclone, Mossley, Sonofvic, 25 Back In Focus, Mr Moonshine.

¼ 1-2-3

Ryanair Chase – Betfred bet: 4 Noble Prince, 7 Captain Chris, Rubi Light, 8 Riverside Theatre, 10 Albertas Run, Kauto Stone, 12 Great Endeavour, 14 Kalahari King, 16 Gauvain, Poquelin, Somersby, Wishfull Thinking, 20 Medermit, Realt Dubh, 33 Mon Parrain.

¼ 1-2-3

JCB Triumph Hurdle – Betfred bet: 7 Baby Mix, 12 Grumeti, Hinterland, Minsk, 14 Ranjaan, Ut De Sivola, 16 Dildar, Hollow Tree, Urbain de Sivola, 25 Countrywide Flame, Vendor.

¼ 1-2-3

Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup – sponsors bet: 5/2 Long Run, 4 Kauto Star, 8 Grands Crus, 10 Synchronised, 16 Captain Chris, 20 Quito de la Roque, Time For Rupert, Weird Al, 25 Diamond Harry, Jessies Dream, 33 Rubi Light, 40 Bostons Angel, Burton Port, What A Friend.

¼ 1-2-3

John Smith’s Grand National – Betfred bet: 16 Ballabriggs, Junior, 20 Beshabar, Oscar Time, Shakalakaboomboom, West End Rocker, 25 Always Right, Cappa Bleu, Chicago Grey, Don’t Push It, Galaxy Rock, Killyglen, The Midnight Club, The Minack, 33 Alfa Beat, Always Waining, Baby Run, Backstage, Becauseicouldntsee, Gentle Ranger, Merigo, Midnight Chase, Niche Market, Our Monty, Poker de Sivola, Quinz, State Of Play, Sunnyhillboy, Western Charmer, What A Friend, 40 Big Fella Thanks.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Single punter lands £250,000 on this afternoon's totescoop6

A single winner landed this afternoon’s totescoop6 after Celestial Halo ran out the game winner of the final leg at Newbury.

Only four punters remained in the bet with the totescoop6 Levy Board Handicap Hurdle left to run and the other three tickets were on Ubi Ace, First In The Queue and Secret World. Celestial Halo’s victory means the winner takes home £252,037 and now has the chance to go for the £108,015 bonus fund next weekend.

The winner staked just £64 on this afternoon’s totescoop6 and placed their bet through the Betfred call centre.

“I’d like to congratulate this weekend’s totescoop6 winner who has rounded off 2011 in great style by landing well over £250,000 for just £64,” said Betfred chairman Fred Done.

A total of £265,886 was bet into this afternoon’s pool and there were 94 winners of the place fund, each of whom picks up £565.70.

totescoop6 dividends - 31/12/11

Win: £252,037.09
Place: £565.70

totescoop6 rollovers – 31/12/11

Bonus: £108,015

totescoop6 leg breakdown – 31/12/11

After Leg 1 - 2.15 Lingfield:        Royal Bajan                  25,721
After Leg 2 - 2.20 Warwick:        Plum Pudding               185
After Leg 3 - 2.35 Newbury:        Rey Nacarado               47
After Leg 4 - 2.50 Warwick:        Ballyoliver                     9
After Leg 5 - 3.15 Lingfield:        Sulis Minerva                4
After Leg 6 - 3.40 Newbury:        Celestial Halo                1

Up to £350,000 up for grabs on this weekend’s totescoop6

This weekend’s totescoop6 could be worth up to £350,000 after punters failed to land the bet on Boxing Day.

There is currently £158,977 in the win fund whilst the bonus fund will again be guaranteed to the tune of £100,000 meaning a single winner of this Saturday’s bet could win up to £350,000 if successful in next weekend’s bonus race.

This weekend’s totescoop6 takes in action from Newbury, Warwick and Lingfield with the highlight the 12-runner totescoop6 Levy Board Handicap Hurdle where Celestial Halo will be aiming to defy top-weight and record his second success of the season.

“This weekend’s totescoop6 gives punters one last chance to win big for a small stake in 2011 and what better way to ring in the New Year than by landing a tasty £350,000?” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

The totejackpot is at Newbury on Saturday whilst the totetrifecta rollover race will be the totescoop6 Levy Board Handicap Hurdle (3.40 Newbury).

totescoop6 races – 31/12/11

Leg 1: 2.15 Lingfield
Leg 2: 2.20 Warwick
Leg 3: 2.35 Newbury
Leg 4: 2.50 Warwick
Leg 5: 3.15 Lingfield
Leg 6: 3.40 Newbury

totescoop6 rollovers – 31/12/11

Win: £158,977
Bonus: £100,000 guaranteed

totejackpot Meeting – 31/12/11

Newbury

totetrifecta/toteswinger rollover race – 31/12/11

3.40 Newbury

totescoop6 not won after King Kauto lands his fifth King George

There were no winners of this afternoon’s totescoop6 after Kauto Star landed his record-breaking fifth King George VI Chase at Kempton in the final leg.

Only six punters were left in the bet by the time the King George was run after the majority had been knocked out when According To Pete recorded a pillar-to-post victory in the Rowland Meyrick Handicap Chase at Wetherby.

However, with two tickets on Long Run, one on Master Minded and three on the unnamed favourite, Kauto Star was surprisingly not covered which means there is a rollover of £158,977 in the win fund whilst the bonus fund will again be guaranteed to the tune of £100,000 on New Year’s Eve.

“Given the popularity of the horse, it was surprising that none of the remaining six tickets had Kauto Star going into the final leg but his victory in the King George means there should be an estimated £400,000 up for grabs on New Year’s Eve’s totescoop6” said totepool spokesman George Primarolo.

A total of £290,382 was bet into this afternoon’s pool and there were 962 winners of the place fund, each of whom picks up £60.30.

totescoop6 dividends - 26/12/11

Win: Not Won
Place: £60.30

totescoop6 rollovers – 26/12/11

Win: £158,977
Bonus: £100,000 guaranteed

totescoop6 leg breakdown – 26/12/11

After Leg 1 - 1.25 Kempton:       Our Mick                       29,556
After Leg 2 - 1.45 Wetherby:      According To Pete        287
After Leg 3 - 2.00 Kempton:       Grands Crus                  107
After Leg 4 - 2.20 Wetherby:      Simonside                    12
After Leg 5 - 2.35 Kempton:       Binocular                      6
After Leg 6 - 3.10 Kempton:       Kauto Star                    0

King Kauto cut for Gold Cup after historic King George win

Kauto Star has been cut to 4/1 (from 10/1) by the sponsors for the Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup after making history by becoming the first horse to win five renewals of the King George VI Chase at Kempton this afternoon.

The evergreen eleven-year-old jumped for fun at the head of the field and had the majority of his rivals under pressure as the field turned for home and whilst Long Run chased hard, he couldn’t reel in Paul Nicholls’ gelding, who ran out the one-and-a-quarter length winner.

“Kauto Star belied his age with a breathtaking fifth success in the King George and only the bravest of punters would bet against him landing a third Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup at the Festival in March,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Kauto Star’s victory gave no respite to the bookmakers, who were left reeling at Kempton after the first four favourites won, including the well-backed pair of Grands Crus and Binocular.

“Any chance of it being a bumper Boxing Day for the bookies evaporated after both Grands Crus and Binocular landed the spoils and Kauto Star’s record-breaking fifth victory in the King George means an estimated £5million will have been handed over to punters industry-wide,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Coral Welsh National – Betfred bet: 11/2 Giles Cross, 8 Viking Blond, 9 Le Beau Bai, 10 Carruthers, Galaxy Rock, As De Fer, 12 Any Currency, 14 Cannington Brook, Cappa Bleu, 16 Hey Big Spender, Our Island, Ballyfitz, 18 Master Overseer, 20 Blazing Bailey, 28 Indifference Curve, 40 Mumbles Head, Knighton Combe, Or Noir de Somoza, 50 Bench Warrant, Heathcliff.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Paddy Power Dial-A-Bet Chase – Betfred bet: 4/6 Big Zeb, 9/2 Golden Silver, Noble Prince, 12 Forpadydeplasterer, 20 Saludos, 33 Scotsirish.

1/5 1-2-3

Paddy Power Chase – Betfred bet: 7 On His Own, 10 Groody Hill, Smoking Aces, 12 Sona Sasta, 14 Becauseicouldntsee, Rivage d’Or, 16 Cross Appeal, Jack The Bus, The Bishop Looney, 18 Quadrillon, 20 Ad Idem, Aigle d’Or, Montan, Some Targer, Western Charmer, 25 Alfie Sherrin, Head Of The Posse, Treacle, 33 Aranleigh, Bob Lingo, Leanne, See U Bob, Tharawaat, The Hurl, 40 Hughies Grey, 50 Head Waiter, Jadanli, Whatuthink.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Lexus Chase – Betfred bet: 6/4 Quito de la Roque, 3 Rubi Light, 4 Joncol, 8 Noland, 12 Bostons Angel, Magnaminity, 14 Synchronised, 16 Cooldine, 20 China Rock, 25 Follow The Plan, Roberto Goldback, Roi du Mee, 33 The Midnight Club.

1/5 1-2-3

Supreme Novices’ Hurdle – Betfred bet: 10 Sous Les Cieux, Steps To Freedom, Waaheb, 12 Galileo’s Choice, Prospect Wells, 14 Simonsig, 14 (from 16) Tetlami, 16 Cinders And Ashes, Darlan, 20 Allure Of Illusion, Colour Squadron, Dandino, Montbazon.

¼ 1-2-3

Irish Independent Arkle Chase – Betfred bet: 7/2 Peddlers Cross, 6 Al Ferof, Sprinter Sacre, 11 Menorah, 16 Cue Card, For Non Stop, Spirit Son, Walkon, 20 Salden Licht, 33 Kumbeshwar.

¼ 1-2-3

Stan James Champion Hurdle – Betfred bet: 7/4 Hurricane Fly, 6 Grandouet, 9 Spirit Son, Zarkandar, 12 (from 14) Binocular, Rock On Ruby, 14 Oscar Whisky, Thousand Stars, 20 Unaccompanied, 25 Brampour, Menorah, Oscars Well, Overturn, Sprinter Sacre, 33 The Real Article.

¼ 1-2-3

Neptune Novices’ Hurdle – Betfred bet: 9/2 Fingal Bay, 10 Sous Les Cieux, 12 Boston Bob, Simonsig, 14 Dandino, Wandering Aengus, 16 Broadbackbob, 20 Allure Of Illusion, Colour Squadron, Fourth Estate, Montbazon, Oscar Magic, 25 Mount Benbulben, Texas Jack.

¼ 1-2-3

Sportingbet Queen Mother Champion Chase – Betfred bet: 11/4 Sizing Europe, 11/2 Big Zeb, 7 Finian’s Rainbow, 9 Captain Chris, 14 Master Minded, 16 Noble Prince, Realt Dubh, 20 Kauto Stone, 25 Captain Cee Bee, Gauvain, Flat Out, 33 Ghizao, Golden Silver, Medermit.

¼ 1-2-3

RSA Chase – Betfred bet: 2 (from 4) Grand Crus, 8 Bog Warrior, 9 Bobs Worth, Silviniaco Conti, 14 First Lieutenant, Join Together, Sir Des Champs, Sonofvic, 16 Last Instalment, 20 Mossley, 25 Back In Focus, Hidden Cyclone, Mr Moonshine, Tornado Bob.

¼ 1-2-3

Ryanair Chase – Betfred bet: 6 Master Minded, Noble Prince, 8 Riverside Theatre, 9 Rubi Light, 10 Albertas Run, Captain Chris, Kauto Stone, 12 Great Endeavour, 14 Kalahari King, Sizing Europe, 16 Poquelin, Somersby, Wishfull Thinking, 20 Medermit, Realt Dubh, 33 Mon Parrain.

¼ 1-2-3

Ladbrokes World Hurdle – Betfred bet: 4/7 Big Buck’s, 6 Oscar Whisky, 7 Thousand Stars, 12 Bobs Worth, 14 Mourad, Zaidpour, 16 Overturn, So Young, 25 Dynaste, First Lieutenant, Fiveforthree, Solwhit.

¼ 1-2-3

JCB Triumph Hurdle – Betfred bet: 7 Baby Mix, 12 Hinterland, Minsk, 16 Urbain de Sivola, 20 Dildar, Ranjaan, 25 Hollow Tree, 33 Sam Bass.

¼ 1-2-3

Albert Bartlett Novices’ Hurdle – Betfred bet: 5 Fingal Bay, 10 Boston Bob, Simonsig, 14 Make Your Mark, Sea Of Thunder, Sous Les Cieux, 16 Mount Benbulben, Samain, 20 Captain Sunshine, King’s Grace, Ongenstown Lad, Bold Optimist, Sword Of Destiny.

¼ 1-2-3

Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup – sponsors bet: 5/2 Long Run, 4 (from 10) Kauto Star, 10 (from 16) Grands Crus, 12 Quito de la Roque, 16 Captain Chris, Rubi Light, 20 Time For Rupert, Weird Al, 25 Diamond Harry, 33 Jessies Dream, 40 Bostons Angel, Burton Port, What A Friend.

¼ 1-2-3

John Smith’s Grand National – Betfred bet: 16 Ballabriggs, Junior, 20 Beshabar, Oscar Time, Shakalakaboomboom, West End Rocker, 25 Always Right, Chicago Grey, Don’t Push It, Galaxy Rock, Killyglen, The Midnight Club, The Minack, 33 Alfa Beat, Always Waining, Baby Run, Backstage, Becauseicouldntsee, Gentle Ranger, Merigo, Midnight Chase, Niche Market, Our Monty, Poker de Sivola, Quinz, State Of Play, Sunnyhillboy, Western Charmer, What A Friend, 40 Big Fella Thanks.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Boxing Day totescoop6 guaranteed to £250,000

There will be a totescoop6 in operation on Boxing Day and both the win and bonus funds will be guaranteed to a total of £250,000.

The win fund wasn’t won last Saturday which means it will be guaranteed to the tune of £150,000 which includes a £57,343 rollover. There are no qualifiers for the bonus fund either which means any winners of Boxing Day’s bet will be eligible to go for a guaranteed £100,000 on New Year's Eve.

Boxing Day’s totescoop6 takes in action from Wetherby and Kempton with all five televised Channel 4 races included in the bet. The highlight sees a select field of eight line up for the Grade 1 William Hill King George Chase where Long Run will be looking to gain his revenge on Kauto Star who beat him last time out in the Betfair Chase.

“You don’t need to be one of the three wise men to work out that there’s cracking value to be had on Boxing Day’s guaranteed £250,000 Scoop6 and I’d like to wish a merry Christmas to all punters,” said Betfred chairman Fred Done.

The totejackpot is at Kempton on Boxing Day whilst the totetrifecta rollover race will be Betfair Don’t Settle For Less Rowland Meyrick Handicap Chase (1.45 Wetherby).

totescoop6 races – 26/12/11

Leg 1: 1.25 Kempton
Leg 2: 1.45 Wetherby
Leg 3: 2.00 Kempton
Leg 4: 2.20 Wetherby
Leg 5: 2.35 Kempton
Leg 6: 3.10 Kempton

totescoop6 rollovers – 26/12/11

Win: £150,000 guaranteed (inc. £57,343 rollover)
Bonus: £100,000 guaranteed (inc. £24,575 rollover)

totejackpot Meeting – 26/12/11

Kempton

totetrifecta/toteswinger rollover race – 26/12/11

1.45 Wetherby

So Young trimmed for World Hurdle after Thurles stroll

So Young made it two from two this season with a straightforward victory in the Horse And Jockey Hotel Hurdle at Thurles this afternoon and has been cut to 16/1 (from 20/1) for the Ladbrokes World Hurdle by Betfred.

The five-year-old coped well with the drop back to two miles but his future is clearly over further as the heavy ground at Thurles this afternoon helped his cause.

“So Young is on the upgrade at the moment and there’s clearly more to come but he’ll have to show further improvement if he is to lower the colours of Big Buck’s in the World Hurdle,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Looking ahead to the Christmas period, Synchronised has been nibbled in the market for the Lexus Chase at Leopardstown and is now 14/1 (from 16/1) with Betfred. As a consequence, he has been eased slightly in the Welsh National market and has now been replaced as favourite for that race by last year’s runner up Giles Cross, who is the new 13/2 favourite (from 7/1) with Betfred.

Williamhill.com Feltham Novices’ Chase – Betfred bet: 5/4 Grands Crus, 9/4 Bobs Worth, 9/2 Silviniaco Conti, 12 Mr Moonshine, 14 Teaforthree, 16 Champion Court, 33 Emmaslegend, 40 Graduation Night, 50 Saint Are.

1/5 1-2-3

Williamhill.com Christmas Hurdle – Betfred bet: 7/4 Binocular, 2 Rock On Ruby, 5/2 Overturn, 20 Clerk’s Choice, Sanctuaire, 25 Olofi, 40 Drill Sergeant.

¼ 1-2

William Hill King George VI – Betfred bet: 5/4 Long Run, 7/2 Kauto Star, 11/2 Master Minded, 7 Captain Chris, 11 Somersby, 16 Diamond Harry, 40 Nacarat, 50 Golan Way.

1/5 1-2-3

William Hill King George VI: Long Run Winning Distance – Betfred bet: 7/2 to win by 4 lengths or under, 7/2 to win by over 4 lengths.

Win Only

William Hill King George VI: Kauto Star vs Master Minded – Betfred bet: 4/6 Kauto Star, 11/10 Master Minded.

Win Only

Coral Welsh National – Betfred bet: 13/2 (from 7) Giles Cross, 7 Synchronised, 9 Viking Blond, 9 (from 10) Carruthers, 9 (from 10) Galaxy Rock, 10 As De Fer, 14 (from 16) Any Currency, Cappa Bleu, Hey Big Spender, Le Beau Bai, Neptune Equester, 16 Carrington Brook, Chicago Grey, Master Overseer, Sona Sasta, 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Paddy Power Dial-A-Bet Chase – Betfred bet: 4/6 Big Zeb, 4 Golden Silver, Noble Prince, 12 Forpadydeplasterer, Tranquil Sea, 20 Saludos, 25 Loosen My Load, 33 Scotsirish.

1/5 1-2-3

Paddy Power Chase – Betfred bet: 8 On His Own, 10 Beautiful Sound, On His Own, Smoking Aces, 14 Groody Hill, Linnel, Prince De Beauchene, 16 Becauseicouldntsee, Cross Appeal, Four Commanders, Lochan Lacha, Rivage d’Or, Sona Sasta, Sweeps Hill, 20 Ad Idem, Jack The Bus, Montan, Quadrillon, Seabass, Some Target, The Bishop Looney, The Hard Hat, Wicklow Lad, 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Lexus Chase – Betfred bet: 6/4 Quito de la Roque, 7/2 Rubi Light, 4 Joncol, 8 Noland, 12 Bostons Angel, Magnaminity, 14 (from 16) Synchronised, 16 Cooldine, 20 China Rock, 25 Follow The Plan, Roberto Goldback, Roi du Mee, 33 The Midnight Club.

1/5 1-2-3

Supreme Novices’ Hurdle – Betfred bet: 10 Sous Les Cieux, Steps To Freedom, Waaheb, 12 Galileo’s Choice, Prospect Wells, 14 Simonsig, 16 Cinders And Ashes, Darlan, Telami, 20 Allure Of Illusion, Colour Squadron, Dandino, Montbazon.

¼ 1-2-3

Irish Independent Arkle Chase – Betfred bet: 7/2 Peddlers Cross, 6 Sprinter Sacre, 7 Al Ferof, 10 Menorah, 14 Cue Card, 16 For Non Stop, Spirit Son, Walkon, 20 Salden Licht, 33 Kumbeshwar.

¼ 1-2-3

Stan James Champion Hurdle – Betfred bet: 7/4 Hurricane Fly, 6 Grandouet, 9 (from 10) Zarkandar, Spirit Son, 14 Binocular, Oscar Whisky, Thousand Stars, 16 Overturn, Rock On Ruby, 20 Unaccompanied, 25 Brampour, Menorah, Oscars Well, Sprinter Sacre, 33 The Real Article.

¼ 1-2-3

Neptune Novices’ Hurdle – Betfred bet: 9/2 Fingal Bay, 10 Sous Les Cieux, 12 Boston Bob, 14 Dandino, Mount Benbulben, Wandering Aengus, 16 Broadbackbob, Simonsig, 20 Allure Of Illusion, Colour Squadron, Fourth Estate, Montbazon, Oscar Magic, 25 Mount Benbulben, Texas Jack.

¼ 1-2-3

RSA Chase – Betfred bet: 4 Grand Crus, 6 Bobs Worth, 8 Bog Warrior, 12 Silviniaco Conti, 14 First Lieutenant, Join Together, Sir Des Champs, Sonofvic, 16 Last Instalment, Sam Winner, 20 Mossley, 25 Back In Focus, Hidden Cyclone, Mr Moonshine, Tornado Bob.

¼ 1-2-3

Ladbrokes World Hurdle – Betfred bet: 4/7 Big Buck’s, 6 (from 8) Oscar Whisky, 7 Thousand Stars, 12 Bobs Worth, 14 Mourad, Zaidpour, 16 (from 20) So Young, Overturn, 25 Dynaste, First Lieutenant, Fiveforthree, Solwhit.

¼ 1-2-3

JCB Triumph Hurdle – Betfred bet: 7 Baby Mix, 9 Hinterland, 12 Minsk, 16 Urbain de Sivola, 20 Dildar, Ranjaan, 25 Hollow Tree, 33 Sam Bass.

¼ 1-2-3

Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup – sponsors bet: 5/2 Long Run, 10 Kauto Star, 12 Quito de la Roque, 16 Captain Chris, Grands Crus, Master Minded, Rubi Light, 20 Time For Rupert, Weird Al, 25 Diamond Harry, 33 Jessies Dream, 40 Bostons Angel, Burton Port, What A Friend.

¼ 1-2-3

¼ 1-2-3-4

Binocular installed as the 7/4 favourite for the Christmas Hurdle

Binocular has been priced up as the 7/4 favourite by Betfred for the williamhill.com Christmas Hurdle at Kempton on Boxing Day after a field of seven were declared for the reopened race.

The seven-year-old disappointed behind Overturn in the Fighting Fifth at Newcastle recently but will be looking to bounce back to the sort of form which saw him beat his old rival in last year’s Christmas Hurdle.

“Binocular will be aiming to redeem his reputation in the Christmas Hurdle after flopping in the Fighting Fifth exactly as he did a year ago but faces tough opposition in the shape of the admirable Overturn and the progressive Rock On Ruby,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Rock On Ruby is the 2/1 second-favourite with Overturn just behind him at 5/2. Grands Crus has been made the 5/4 favourite by Betfred for the williamhill.com Feltham Novices’ Chase on the same card ahead of Bob’s Worth at 9/4.

A total of 33 runners have stood their ground for the Coral Welsh National at the latest declaration stage and Betfred have cut both Carruthers and As Der Fer into 10/1 (from 12/1) ahead of the Chepstow marathon.

There has also been support for Somersby ahead of the King George VI Chase and Henrietta Knight’s gelding has been cut to 11/1 (from 14/1).

1/5 1-2-3

Williamhill.com Christmas Hurdle – Betfred bet: 7/4 Binocular, 2 Rock On Ruby, 5/2 Overturn, 20 Clerk’s Choice, Sanctuaire, 25 Olofi, 40 Drill Sergeant.

¼ 1-2

William Hill King George VI – Betfred bet: 5/4 Long Run, 7/2 Kauto Star, 11/2 (from 9/2) Master Minded, 7 Captain Chris, 11 (from 14) Somersby, 16 Diamond Harry, 40 Nacarat, 50 Golan Way.

1/5 1-2-3

William Hill King George VI: Long Run Winning Distance – Betfred bet: 7/2 to win by 4 lengths or under, 7/2 to win by over 4 lengths.

Win Only

William Hill King George VI: Kauto Star vs Master Minded – Betfred bet: 4/6 (from 8/11) Kauto Star, 11/10 (from Evs) Master Minded.

Win Only

Coral Welsh National – Betfred bet: 6 Synchronised, 7 Giles Cross, 9 Viking Blond, 10 (from 12) As De Fer, 10 (from 12) Carruthers, 12 Galaxy Rock, 14 Cappa Bleu, Hey Big Spender, Le Beau Bai, Neptune Equester, 16 Carrington Brook, Chicago Grey, Master Overseer, Sona Sasta, 20 Any Currency, 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Paddy Power Dial-A-Bet Chase – Betfred bet: 4/6 Big Zeb, 4 Golden Silver, Noble Prince, 12 Forpadydeplasterer, Tranquil Sea, 20 Saludos, 25 Loosen My Load, 33 Scotsirish.

1/5 1-2-3

¼ 1-2-3-4

Lexus Chase – Betfred bet: 6/4 Quito de la Roque, 7/2 Rubi Light, 4 Joncol, 8 Noland, 12 (from 14) Bostons Angel, Magnaminity, 16 Cooldine, Synchronised, 20 China Rock, 25 Follow The Plan, Roberto Goldback, Roi du Mee, 33 The Midnight Club.

1/5 1-2-3

¼ 1-2-3

Irish Independent Arkle Chase – Betfred bet: 7/2 Peddlers Cross, 6 Sprinter Sacre, 7 Al Ferof, 10 Menorah, 14 Cue Card, 16 For Non Stop, Spirit Son, Walkon, 20 Salden Licht, 33 Kumbeshwar.

¼ 1-2-3

Stan James Champion Hurdle – Betfred bet: 7/4 Hurricane Fly, 6 Grandouet, 8 Spirit Son, 10 Zarkandar, 14 Binocular, Oscar Whisky, Thousand Stars, 16 Overturn, Rock On Ruby, 20 Unaccompanied, 25 Brampour, Menorah, Oscars Well, Sprinter Sacre, 33 The Real Article.

¼ 1-2-3

Neptune Novices’ Hurdle – Betfred bet: 9/2 Fingal Bay, 10 Sous Les Cieux, 12 Boston Bob, 14 Dandino, Mount Benbulben, Wandering Aengus, 16 Broadbackbob, 20 Allure Of Illusion, Colour Squadron, Fourth Estate, Montbazon, Oscar Magic, 25 Mount Benbulben, Texas Jack.

¼ 1-2-3

Sportingbet Queen Mother Champion Chase – Betfred bet: 3 Sizing Europe, 11/2 Big Zeb, 7 Finian’s Rainbow, 9 Captain Chris, 12 Master Minded, 16 Noble Prince, Realt Dubh, 25 Captain Cee Bee, 33 Ghizao, Golden Silver, Medermit.

¼ 1-2-3

Ryanair Chase – Betfred bet: 6 Master Minded, Noble Prince, 8 Riverside Theatre, 9 Rubi Light, 10 Albertas Run, Captain Chris, 12 Great Endeavour, 14 Kalahari King, Poquelin, Sizing Europe, 16 Somersby, Wishfull Thinking, 20 Medermit, Realt Dubh, 33 Mon Parrain.

¼ 1-2-3

Ladbrokes World Hurdle – Betfred bet: 4/7 Big Buck’s, 6 Thousand Stars, 8 Oscar Whisky, 12 Bobs Worth, 14 Mourad, Zaidpour, 16 Overturn, So Young, 25 Dynaste, First Lieutenant, Fiveforthree, Solwhit.

¼ 1-2-3

JCB Triumph Hurdle – Betfred bet: 7 Baby Mix, 9 Hinterland, 12 Minsk, 16 Urbain de Sivola, 20 Dildar, Ranjaan, 25 Hollow Tree.

¼ 1-2-3

¼ 1-2-3-4

Long Run heads eight declared for King George

Long Run heads the market at 5/4 with Betfred for the King George VI Chase on Boxing Day after a total of eight horses were left in the Kempton showpiece at the latest declaration stage.

Betfair Chase winner Kauto Star is next in the market at 7/2 with stablemate Master Minded just behind at 9/2. Betfred make Kauto Star the 8/11 favourite in a match bet with Master Minded, who is priced up at even money.

The main protagonists have stood their ground for the Lexus Chase at Leopardstown on December 28th and Quito de la Roque heads the market at 6/4 with Betfred. There has been further support for On His Own in the Paddy Power Chase which takes place at Leopardstown the day before and Willie Mullins’ gelding is now the 8/1 favourite (from 10/1).

William Hill King George VI – Betfred bet: 5/4 Long Run, 7/2 Kauto Star, 9/2 Master Minded, 7 Captain Chris, 14 Somersby, 16 Diamond Harry, 40 Nacarat, 50 Golan Way.

1/5 1-2-3

William Hill King George VI: Long Run Winning Distance – Betfred bet: 7/2 to win by 4 lengths or under, 7/2 to win by over 4 lengths.

Win Only

William Hill King George VI: Kauto Star vs Master Minded – Betfred bet: 8/11 Kauto Star, Evs Master Minded.

Win Only

Coral Welsh National – Betfred bet: 6 Synchronised, 7 Giles Cross, 8 Beautiful Sound, 9 Viking Blond, 12 As De Fer, Carruthers, Galaxy Rock, Shakalakaboomboom, West End Rocker, 14 Cappa Bleu, Hey Big Spender, Neptune Equester, Western Charmer, 16 Carrington Brook, Chicago Grey, Master Overseer, Some Target, Sona Sasta, 20 Any Currency, Prince de Beauchene, 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Paddy Power Dial-A-Bet Chase – Betfred bet: 4/6 Big Zeb, 4 Golden Silver, Noble Prince, 12 Forpadydeplasterer, Tranquil Sea, 20 Saludos, 25 Loosen My Load, 33 Scotsirish.

1/5 1-2-3

Paddy Power Chase – Betfred bet: 8 (from 10) On His Own, 10 Beautiful Sound, On His Own, Smoking Aces, 14 Groody Hill, Linnel, Prince De Beauchene, 16 Becauseicouldntsee, Cross Appeal, Four Commanders, Lochan Lacha, Rivage d’Or, Sona Sasta, Sweeps Hill, 20 Ad Idem, Jack The Bus, Montan, Quadrillon, Seabass, Some Target, The Bishop Looney, The Hard Hat, Wicklow Lad, 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Lexus Chase – Betfred bet: 6/4 Quito de la Roque, 7/2 Rubi Light, 4 Joncol, 8 Noland, 12 Magnaminity, 14 Bostons Angel, 16 Cooldine, Synchronised, 20 China Rock, 25 Follow The Plan, Roberto Goldback, Roi du Mee, 33 The Midnight Club.

1/5 1-2-3

¼ 1-2-3

Irish Independent Arkle Chase – Betfred bet: 7/2 Peddlers Cross, 6 Sprinter Sacre, 7 Al Ferof, 10 Menorah, 14 Cue Card, 16 For Non Stop, Spirit Son, Walkon, 20 Salden Licht, 33 Kumbeshwar.

¼ 1-2-3

JCB Triumph Hurdle – Betfred bet: 7 Baby Mix, 9 Hinterland, 12 Minsk, 16 Urbain de Sivola, 20 Dildar, Ranjaan, 25 Hollow Tree.

¼ 1-2-3

¼ 1-2-3-4

Single totescoop6 punter lands this afternoon's bonus race

Just one of the six totescoop6 bonus hunters managed to predict that Raya Star would win the Ladbroke Hurdle at Ascot which means they take their winnings to over £60,000 after landing this afternoon's bonus fund.

The winner placed just £2 on the bet last weekend in a betting shop in London but has decided to remain anonymous. The other bonus picks saw three go for fourth-placed Prospect Wells whilst the other two went for Gibb River.

This afternoon's win fund was not won and which means Boxing Day's Scoop6 will be guaranteed to the tune of £100,000 whilst the bonus fund will start again on £24,575..

'Christmas has come early for the totescoop6 punter who has landed just over £60,000 in total by picking the winner of this weekend's bonus race - not bad for just £2!' said totepool spokesman George Primarolo.

A total of £163,838 was bet into this afternoon's pool and there were 154 winners of the place fund, each of whom picks up £212.70.

totescoop6 dividends - 17/12/11

Win: Not Won

Place: £212.70

Bonus: £44,333

totescoop6 rollovers - 17/12/11

Win: £57,343 - £100,000 guaranteed

Bonus: £24,575

totescoop6 leg breakdown - 17/12/11

After Leg 1 - 1.50 Lingfield:         Loyalty                          23,121

After Leg 2 - 1.55 Ascot:             Aerial                            9,168

After Leg 3 - 2.20 Lingfield:         Tinshu                           128

After Leg 4 - 2.55 Lingfield:         George Adamson           7

After Leg 5 - 3.05 Ascot:             The Minack                   4

After Leg 6 - 3.35 Ascot:             Raya Star                     0

Six totescoop6 punters aim to land this weekend’s bonus fund

The six totescoop6 punters that won last weekend’s bet will be looking to pick the winner of The Ladbroke Hurdle (3.35 Ascot) tomorrow afternoon if they are to take their haul to just over £60,000.

The sextet landed £17,240.80 each last weekend and they now have the chance to add the £44,333 that is in the bonus fund to their winnings whilst the win fund will be guaranteed to the tune of £100,000 this weekend having been won for the past two weeks.

This weekend’s totescoop6 takes in three races from Ascot’s valuable jumps card and also three races from Lingfield’s all-weather card. The highlight of the bet sees a field of 17 go to post for the Ladbroke Hurdle at Ascot where Prospect Wells has been all the rage in the ante-post market to give trainer Paul Nicholls another big-race success.

“We wish the bonus hunters all the very best as they try and take their total Scoop6 winnings to over £60,000 this weekend but if they’re not successful, then over £250,000 should be up for grabs on Boxing Day,” said totepool spokesman George Primarolo.

The totejackpot is at Ascot on Saturday whilst the totetrifecta rollover race will be The Ladbroke Hurdle (3.35 Ascot).

totescoop6 races – 17/12/11

Leg 1: 1.50 Lingfield
Leg 2: 1.55 Ascot
Leg 3: 2.20 Lingfield
Leg 4: 2.55 Lingfield
Leg 5: 3.05 Ascot
Leg 6: 3.35 Ascot (Bonus Race)

totescoop6 rollovers – 17/12/11

Win: £100,000 guaranteed
Bonus: £44,333

totejackpot Meeting – 17/12/11

Ascot

totetrifecta/toteswinger rollover race – 17/12/11

3.35 Ascot

totescoop6 creates another millionaire as Quantitativeeasing lands the bonus race

One anonymous punter has a million reasons to celebrate this evening after he landed this afternoon’s £1,030,905 totescoop6 bonus fund to take his total winnings on the bet to £1,307,525.

The bonus fund looked as if it was set to rollover as Roudoudou Ville lead the field over the last in the Spinal Research The Atlantic 4 Gold Cup but Barry Geraghty conjured up a withering run from Quantitativeeasing to snatch victory in the shadows of the post and land a cool million for the bonus hunter.

This afternoon’s win fund was also won and the six winners not only pick up £17,240.80 each but also have the chance to go for the bonus fund next weekend which now stands at £44,333.

‘The totescoop6 has created yet another millionaire after one lucky punter landed the bonus fund at Cheltenham this weekend but he’ll owe Barry Geraghty a big drink after his heroics on Quantitativeeasing,’ said Betfred chairman Fred Done.

A total of £295,558 was bet into this afternoon’s pool and there were 917 winners of the place fund, each of whom picks up £64.40.

totescoop6 dividends - 10/12/11

Win: £17,240.80
Place: £64.40

totescoop6 rollovers – 10/12/11

Bonus: £44,333

totescoop6 leg breakdown – 10/12/11

After Leg 1 - 1.55 Cheltenham:               Deireadh Re                  56,515
After Leg 2 - 2.15 Doncaster:                 Quicuyo                        10,028
After Leg 3 - 2.30 Cheltenham:               Quantitativeeasing         1,376
After Leg 4 - 2.45 Doncaster:                 Royal Bonsai                109
After Leg 5 - 3.05 Cheltenham:               Grandouet                     33
After Leg 6 - 3.20 Doncaster:                 Qianshan Leader           6

Grandouet cut to 6/1 for Champion Hurdle after International success

Grandouet has been cut to 6/1 second-favourite (from 14/1) by Betfred for the Champion Hurdle after his success in the Stan James International Hurdle at Cheltenham this afternoon.

Barry Geraghty’s mount quickened nicely when asked for his effort after the last to scamper up the hill to record a four length victory over Overturn.

"Grandouet answered the critics that didn’t think he’d stay up the Cheltenham hill with a powerful display in the International and he looks a credible threat to reigning champion Hurricane Fly at this moment in time," said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Elsewhere on the card, Baby Mix is the new 7/1 favourite for the Triumph Hurdle with Betfred after he lowered the colours of Hinterland in the JCB Triumph Hurdle Trial. Hinterland has been pushed out to 12/1 (from 9/1) after finishing second.

The Ladbroke – Betfred bet: 6 Prospect Wells, 9 Brampour, 11 Sailors Warn, 12 Abergavenny, Desert Cry, Empire Levant, Featherbed Lane, Final Approach, Flat Out, Gibb River, Olofi, Rajdhani Express, Third Intention, Via Galilei, 14 Dare To Doubt, 16 A Media Luz, Anshan Dreams, Inspector Clouseau, Marsh Warbler, Sanctuaire, Tonic Mellysse, Viva Colonia, 20 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

William Hill King George VI – Betfred bet: 11/8 Long Run, 9/2 Kauto Star, Master Minded, 7 Captain Chris, 16 Diamond Harry, Somersby, 20 Weird Al, 25 Noble Prince, Planet Of Sound, 33 Medermit, Nacarat, 50 Noland, Tartak, 66 Golan Way, The Giant Bolster.

¼ 1-2-3

Coral Welsh National – Betfred bet: 6 Synchronised, 8 Beautiful Sound, 10 Giles Cross, The Minack, Wymott, 12 As De Fer, Carruthers, Galaxy Rock, Shakalakaboomboom, West End Rocker, 14 Cappa Bleu, Hey Big Spender, Neptune Equester, Western Charmer, 16 Chicago Grey, Master Overseer, Some Target, Sona Sasta, Viking Blond, 20 Any Currency, Be There In Five, Le Beau Bai, Prince de Beauchene, 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Supreme Novices’ Hurdle – Betfred bet: 10 Sous Les Cieux, Steps To Freedom, Waaheb, 12 Galileo’s Choice, Prospect Wells, 14 Simonsig, 16 Cinders And Ashes, Corbally Ghost, Darlan, Montbazon, Telami, 20 Allure Of Illusion, Dandino.

¼ 1-2-3

Irish Independent Arkle Chase – Betfred bet: 7/2 Peddlers Cross, 6 Sprinter Sacre, 7 Al Ferof, 10 Menorah, 14 Cue Card, 16 For Non Stop, Spirit Son, Walkon, 20 Salden Licht, 25 Days Hotel, Sam Winner, 33 Kumbeshwar.

¼ 1-2-3

Stan James Champion Hurdle – Betfred bet: 7/4 Hurricane Fly, 6 (from 14) Grandouet, 8 Spirit Son, 10 Zarkandar, 14 Binocular, Oscar Whisky, Thousand Stars, 16 Overturn, Rock On Ruby, 20 Unaccompanied, 25 Brampour, Menorah, Oscars Well, Sprinter Sacre, 33 The Real Article.

¼ 1-2-3

Neptune Novices’ Hurdle – Betfred bet: 9/2 Fingal Bay, 12 Sous Les Cieux, 14 Dandino, Mount Benbulben, Wandering Aengus, 16 Simonsig, 20 Allure Of Illusion, Fourth Estate, Montbazon, Oscar Magic, 25 Texas Jack.

¼ 1-2-3

RSA Chase – Betfred bet: 4 Grand Crus, 6 Bobs Worth, 8 Bog Warrior, 12 Silviniaco Conti, 14 (first show) Join Together, First Lieutenant, Sir Des Champs, Sonofvic, 16 Last Instalment, Sam Winner, 25 Back In Focus, Hidden Cyclone, Mossley, Mr Moonshine, Tornado Bob.

¼ 1-2-3

Ryanair Chase – Betfred bet: 6 Master Minded, Noble Prince, 8 Riverside Theatre, 10 Albertas Run, Captain Chris, 12 Great Endeavour, 14 Kalahari King, Poquelin, Sizing Europe, 16 Somersby, Wishfull Thinking, 20 Medermit, Realt Dubh, 33 Mon Parrain.

¼ 1-2-3

Ladbrokes World Hurdle – Betfred bet: 4/5 Big Buck’s, 6 Thousand Stars, 8 Oscar Whisky, 12 Bobs Worth, Dynaste, 14 Mourad, 16 Overturn, So Young, 25 First Lieutenant, Fiveforthree, Solwhit.

¼ 1-2-3

JCB Triumph Hurdle – Betfred bet: 7 (first show) Baby Mix, 12 Hinterland, Minsk, 16 Urbain de Sivola, 20 Dildar. Ranjaan, 25 Hollow Tree.

¼ 1-2-3

Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup – sponsors bet: 5/2 Long Run, 10 Kauto Star, 12 Quito de la Roque, 16 Captain Chris, Grands Crus, Master Minded, 20 Denman, Time For Rupert, Weird Al, 25 Diamond Harry, 33 Jessies Dream, 40 Bostons Angel, Burton Port, Rubi Light, What A Friend.

¼ 1-2-3

John Smith’s Grand National – Betfred bet: 16 Ballabriggs, Junior, 20 Beshabar, Oscar Time, Shakalakaboomboom, West End Rocker, 25 Always Right, Chicago Grey, Don’t Push It, Galaxy Rock, Killyglen, The Midnight Club, The Minack, 33 Always Waining, Baby Run, Backstage, Becauseicouldntsee, Gentle Ranger, Merigo, Midnight Chase, Niche Market, Our Monty, Poker de Sivola, Quinz, State Of Play, Sunnyhillboy, Western Charmer, What A Friend, 40 Big Fella Thanks.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Massive bonus fund in sight for four totescoop6 punters

The four totescoop6 punters who won last weekend’s bet will be looking to pick the winner of the Spinal Research The Atlantic 4 Gold Cup (2.30 Cheltenham) tomorrow afternoon after it was chosen as this weekend's bonus race.

The bonus fund has now reached £1,030,905 and and whilst the win fund starts from scratch this weekend, it is likely that any winner of tomorrow afternoon’s bet will be chasing the best part of £1.1million next Saturday if the bonus is not landed.

This weekend’s totescoop6 takes in top-class jumps action from both Doncaster and Cheltenham’s International meeting. The highlight sees a field of eight line up for the Stan James International Hurdle where Menorah will be looking to win back-to-back renewals of the race having unseated on his chase debut last time out.

“We wish all four totescoop6 bonus hunters the very best as they look to land a cool million this weekend but if they don’t manage to do this, then next weekend’s bonus fund alone could be worth over £1.1million,” said totepool spokesman George Primarolo.

The totejackpot is at Cheltenham on Saturday whilst the totetrifecta rollover race will be the Spinal Research The Atlantic 4 Gold Cup (2.30 Cheltenham).

totescoop6 races – 10/12/11

Leg 1: 1.55 Cheltenham
Leg 2: 2.15 Doncaster
Leg 3: 2.30 Cheltenham
Leg 4: 2.45 Doncaster
Leg 5: 3.05 Cheltenham
Leg 6: 3.20 Doncaster

totescoop6 rollovers – 10/12/11

Bonus: £1,030,905

totejackpot Meeting – 10/12/11

Cheltenham

totetrifecta/toteswinger rollover race – 10/12/11

2.30 Cheltenham

Sacre cut for Arkle after impressive debut over fences

Sprinter Sacre has been cut to 6/1 (from 8/1) by Betfred for the Arkle Chase at Cheltenham following a successful debut over fences at Doncaster this afternoon.

Third behind Al Ferof in last season’s Supreme Novices’ at the Festival, Nicky Henderson’s gelding impressed with his slick jumping and is now second in the betting for the two mile novice chase behind 7/2 favourite Peddlers Cross.

"Time will probably tell that Sprinter Sacre beat trees on his debut over fences at Doncaster but his jumping was very impressive and he looks a credible threat to Arkle favourite Peddlers Cross on this evidence," said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Shakalakaboomboom stayed on strongly to take the Majordomo Hospitality Handicap Chase at Cheltenham this afternoon and has been given a quote of 20/1 by Betfred for the John Smith’s Grand National at Aintree after trainer Nicky Henderson nominated that race as his likely target.

Betfred have also opened their book on Sunday’s John Durkan Memorial Chase at Punchestown and make Rubi Light the 9/4 favourite ahead of the 2009 winner Joncol who is chalked up at 5/2.

Spinal Research The Atlantic 4 Gold Cup – Betfred bet: 13/2 Ghizao, 7 Divers, Quantitativeeasing, Sunnyhillboy, 8 Great Endeavour, 10 Roudoudou Ville, 11 Medermit, 12 Salut Flo, 20 Imsingingtheblues, Tatenen, 25 Calgary Bay, Matuhi, Roberto Goldback, 28 Woolcombe Folly, 33 Mad Moose, 50 Finger Onthe Pulse, Nomecheki.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Stan James International Hurdle – Betfred bet: 11/4 Grandouet, 10/3 Menorah, 4 Overturn, 9/2 Brampour, 10 Pittoni, 12 Clerks Choice, 16 Sanctuaire, 200 Stormy Weather.

1/5 1-2-3

Bet Mobile at Victor Chandler Handicap Chase – Betfred bet: 11/2 Benny Be Good, 6 Qianshan Leader, Tullamore Dew, 13/2 Bai Zhu, 7 Morning Moment, 8 Calgary Bay, 10 The Hollinwell, 12 King Fontaine, 14 Max Bygraves, War Of The World, 18 Kellystown, 25 Chief Dan George, 33 Safari Journey, Star Beat.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Unicoin Homes Relkeel Hurdle – Betfred bet: 4/6 Oscar Whisky, 7/2 Any Given Day, 13/2 The Knoxs, 7 Get Me Out Of There, 33 Cockney Trucker, 66 The Jigsaw Man.

¼ 1-2

Hong Kong Vase – Betfred bet: 7 Dunaden, Sarah Lynx, Thumbs Up, Vadamar, 8 Silver Pond, Trailblazer, 10 Campanologist, Red Cadeaux, Redwood, 10 Red Cadeaux, 16 Jakkalberry, Mighty High, 20 Mr Medici, 25 Super Satin.

¼ 1-2-3

Hong Kong Sprint – Betfred bet: 5/2 Rocket Man, 11/2 Sacred Kingdom, 6 Curren Chan, 9 Little Bridge, 10 Bated Breath, Entrapment, Lucky Nine, 16 Pas de Trois, Society Rock, Sole Power, 20 Admiration, 25 Green Birdie, 33 Rich Unicorn, 50 Joy and Fun.

33 Dim Sum (Reserve)

¼ 1-2-3

Hong Kong Mile – Betfred bet: 6 Jimmy Choux, Sahpresa, Xtension, 8 Destined For Glory, 9 Cityscape, Rajsaman, 12 Beauty Flash, Dubawi Gold, Sichuan Success, 14 Flying Blue, 16 Apapane, 20 Fair Trade, 66 Fat Choy Oohlala.

25 Outdoor Pegasus (Reserve).

¼ 1-2-3

Hong Kong Cup – Betfred bet: 11/8 Cirrus des Aigles, 2 Ambitious Dragon, 7 Byword, 9 California Memory, 14 Irian, 16 Pure Champion, 25 Ransom Note, 33 Durban Thunder, Zazou, 100 Jacobee.

¼ 1-2-3

John Durkan Memorial Chase – Betfred bet: 9/4 Rubi Light, 5/2 Joncol, 7/2 Tranquil Sea, 7 Kempes, 9 Nacarat, 14 Cooldine, 33 Trafford Lad.

1/5 1-2

¼ 1-2-3-4

¼ 1-2-3

Coral Welsh National – Betfred bet: 6 Synchronised, 8 Beautiful Sound, 10 Giles Cross, The Minack, Wymott, 12 (from 16) Shakalakaboomboom, As De Fer, Carruthers, Galaxy Rock, West End Rocker, 14 Cappa Bleu, Hey Big Spender, Neptune Equester, Western Charmer, 16 Chicago Grey, Master Overseer, Some Target, Sona Sasta, Viking Blond, 20 Any Currency, Be There In Five, Le Beau Bai, Prince de Beauchene, 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

¼ 1-2-3

Irish Independent Arkle Chase – Betfred bet: 7/2 Peddlers Cross, 6 (from 8) Sprinter Sacre, 7 Al Ferof, 10 Menorah, 14 Cue Card, 16 For Non Stop, Spirit Son, Walkon, 20 Salden Licht, 25 Days Hotel, Sam Winner, 33 Kumbeshwar.

¼ 1-2-3

Stan James Champion Hurdle – Betfred bet: 7/4 Hurricane Fly, 8 Spirit Son, 10 Zarkandar, 14 Binocular, Grandouet, Oscar Whisky, Thousand Stars, 16 Overturn, Rock On Ruby, 20 Unaccompanied, 25 Brampour, Menorah, Oscars Well, Sprinter Sacre, 33 The Real Article.

¼ 1-2-3

RSA Chase – Betfred bet: 4 Grand Crus, 6 Bobs Worth, 8 Bog Warrior, 12 Silviniaco Conti, 14 First Lieutenant, Sir Des Champs, Sonofvic, 16 Last Instalment, Sam Winner, 20 Mossley, 25 Back In Focus, Hidden Cyclone, Mr Moonshine, Tornado Bob.

¼ 1-2-3

Ladbrokes World Hurdle – Betfred bet: 4/5 Big Buck’s, 6 Thousand Stars, 8 Oscar Whisky, 12 Bobs Worth, Dynaste, 14 Mourad, 16 Overturn, So Young, 25 First Lieutenant, Fiveforthree, Solwhit.

¼ 1-2-3

JCB Triumph Hurdle – Betfred bet: 9 Hinterland, 12 Minsk, 16 Urbain de Sivola, 20 Dildar. Ranjaan, 25 Hollow Tree.

¼ 1-2-3

John Smith’s Grand National – Betfred bet: 16 Ballabriggs, Junior, 20 (first show) Shakalakaboomboom, Beshabar, Oscar Time, West End Rocker, 25 Always Right, Chicago Grey, Don’t Push It, Galaxy Rock, Killyglen, The Midnight Club, The Minack, 33 Always Waining, Baby Run, Backstage, Becauseicouldntsee, Gentle Ranger, Merigo, Midnight Chase, Niche Market, Our Monty, Poker de Sivola, Quinz, State Of Play, Sunnyhillboy, Western Charmer, What A Friend, 40 Big Fella Thanks.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Somersby warm favourite for Betfred Peterborough Chase

Somersby has been installed as the 6/4 favourite with the sponsors for tomorrow’s Betfred Peterborough Chase at Huntingdon after a final field of eight was declared this morning.

Henrietta Knight has won this race five times since 2000 with the likes of Edredon Bleu, Best Mate, Impek and Racing Demon and Somersby comes into this race on the back of a three-length defeat by Master Minded in the Amlin 1965 Chase at Ascot.

"Somersby has been highly tried in the past couple of seasons but his trainer knows exactly what it takes to land the Peterborough Chase and he’s the warm favourite to land his first graded chase since winning as a novice back in 2009," said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

The Nightingale is the 10/3 second-favourite with the sponsors whilst the pair of Gauvain and Surfing are next in the market at 7/1.

Betfred Peterborough Chase – sponsors bet: 6/4 Somersby, 10/3 The Nightingale, 7 Gauvain, Surfing, 12 Tartak, 14 Hidden Keel, Mr Moonshine, 16 Tchico Polos.

1/5 1-2-3

Four winners land share of £1million totescoop6

There were four winners of this afternoon’s huge totescoop6, each of whom not only pocket £276,620 but now have a chance to go for next weekend’s massive bonus fund which currently stands at £1,030,905.

Results this weekend were a lot kinder to punters than they had been seven days ago and there were still 124 tickets in with a shout by the time the final leg came around. However, only four successfully selected Deep Purple as the winner of the Otkritie London National which means they could increase their winnings to almost £1.3million next Saturday if landing the bonus fund.

The winners were all large-staking punters, with one placing his bet through Betfred, two through Betfair and another through an independent.

‘We take our hats off to the four totescoop6 punters who landed this weekend’s bet and they could get an early Christmas present next Saturday if they manage to pick the winner of the £1million bonus race,’ said totepool spokesman George Primarolo.

A total of £1,022,176 was bet into this afternoon’s pool and there were 2,236 winners of the place fund, each of whom picks up £91.40

totescoop6 dividends - 03/12/11

Win: £276,620
Place: £91.40

totescoop6 rollovers – 03/12/11

Bonus: £1,030,905

totescoop6 leg breakdown – 03/12/11

After Leg 1 - 1.25 Sandown:        Poungatch                     195,473
After Leg 2 - 2.10 Aintree:           West End Rocker          11,768
After Leg 3 - 2.30 Sandown:        Ubi Ace                         1,946
After Leg 4 - 3.05 Sandown:        Sizing Europe                786
After Leg 5 - 3.20 Aintree:           Stewarts House             124
After Leg 6 - 3.40 Sandown:        Deep Purple                  4

Sizing Europe cut to 3/1 for Champion Chase after running away with Tingle Creek

Sizing Europe has been cut to 3/1f (from 5/1) for the Queen Mother Champion Chase at the Cheltenham Festival after winning the Tingle Creek Chase impressively at Sandown this afternoon.

Kauto Stone was the only danger turning for home after early pace-setting Wishfull Thinking had folded tamely and a good leap at the final fence sealed victory for Henry de Bromhead’s gelding.

"Sizing Europe seems to be finishing his races better than ever as he gets older which can only spell disaster for his Champion Chase rivals come March," said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Elsewhere, West End Rocker has been cut to 20/1 (from 25/1) for the John Smith’s Grand National by Betfred after running away with the Betfred Becher Chase over the big fences at Aintree this afternoon. Betfred have also cut the winner to 12/1 (from 25/1) for the Coral Welsh National. Runner-up Niche Market is a 33/1 shot for the big race in April.

Spinal Research The Atlantic 4 Gold Cup – Betfred bet: 7 Great Endeavour, Quantitativeeasing, 9 Divers, 10 Ghizao, 12 Imsingingtheblues, Sunnyhillboy, Wishfull Thinking, 14 Medermit, Noble Alan, Poquelin, Quel Esprit, Salut Flo, 16 Aerial, Apt Approach, Havingotascoobydoo, Nadiya de la Vega, Quiscover Fontaine, Roudoudouville, Royal Charm, 20 Cape Tribulation, Chance du Roy, Matuhi, The Giant Bolster, 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

The Ladbroke – Betfred bet: 7 Prospect Wells, 9 Edgardo Sol, 10 Rock On Ruby, 11 Brampour, Sailors Warn, 12 Abergavenny, Desert Cry, Empire Levant, Final Approach, Flat Out, Gibb River, Olofi, Rajdhani Express, Third Intention, 14 (from 20) Featherbed Lane, Dare To Doubt, 16 A Media Luz, Anshan Dreams, Inspector Clouseau, Marsh Warbler, Sanctuaire, Tonic Mellysse, Via Galilei, Viva Colonia, 20 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

William Hill King George VI – Betfred bet: 11/8 Long Run, 9/2 Kauto Star, 5 Master Minded, 13/2 Captain Chris, 16 Kauto Stone, Somersby, 20 Diamond Harry, Weird Al, 25 Noble Prince, Planet Of Sound, 33 Medermit, Nacarat, Wishfull Thinking, 40 Midnight Chase, 50 Noland, Quinz, Roberto Goldback, Tartak, Wayward Prince, 100 Golan Way, The Giant Bolster.

¼ 1-2-3

Coral Welsh National – Betfred bet: 6 Synchronised, 8 Beautiful Sound, 10 Giles Cross, The Minack, Wymott, 12 (from 25) West End Rocker, As De Fer, Carruthers, Galaxy Rock, 14 Cappa Bleu, Hey Big Spender, Neptune Equester, Wayward Prince, Western Charmer, 16 Ballyfitz, Chicago Grey, Master Overseer, On His Own, Shakalakaboomboom, Some Target, Viking Blond, 20 (from 33) Le Beau Bai, Alpha Ridge, Any Currency, Be There In Five, Prince de Beauchene, Quiscover Fontaine, Tarablaze, Telanor, 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Supreme Novices’ Hurdle – Betfred bet: 10 Steps To Freedom, Waaheb, 12 Prospect Wells, 14 Darlan, Simonsig, 16 Cinders And Ashes, Corbally Ghost, Montbazon, Telami, 20 Allure Of Illusion, Dandino, Midnight Game.

¼ 1-2-3

Irish Independent Arkle Chase – Betfred bet: 7/2 (from 4) Peddlers Cross, 7 Al Ferof, 8 Sprinter Sacre, 10 Menorah, 12 Cue Card, 16 Spirit Son, 20 Salden Licht, Sam Winner, 25 Kumbeshwar.

¼ 1-2-3

Stan James Champion Hurdle – Betfred bet: 7/4 Hurricane Fly, 8 Spirit Son, 10 Thousand Stars, Zarkandar, 12 Grandouet, 14 Al Ferof, Binocular, Oscar Whisky, Peddlers Cross, 16 Menorah, Overturn, 20 Rock On Ruby, Sprinter Sacre, Unaccompanied, 25 Brampour, Oscars Well, The Real Article.

¼ 1-2-3

Neptune Novices’ Hurdle – Betfred bet: 9/2 Fingal Bay, 14 Dandino, Mount Benbulben, Wandering Aengus, 16 Simonsig, Soux Les Cieux, 20 Allure Of Illusion, Fourth Estate, Montbazon, Oscar Magic, 25 Texas Jack.

¼ 1-2-3

Sportingbet Queen Mother Champion Chase – Betfred bet: 3 (from 5) Sizing Europe, 11/2 Big Zeb, 8 Finian’s Rainbow, 9 Captain Chris, 10 Master Minded, 16 Realt Dubh, 25 Captain Cee Bee, 33 Ghizao, Golden Silver, Medermit.

¼ 1-2-3

RSA Chase – Betfred bet: 5 Grand Crus, 6 Bobs Worth, 10 First Lieutenant, Silviniaco Conti, 14 Sonofvic, 16 Last Instalment, Sam Winner, Sir Des Champs, 20 Mossley, 25 Back In Focus, Tornado Bob.

¼ 1-2-3

Ryanair Chase – Betfred bet: 6 Master Minded, Noble Prince, 8 Riverside Theatre, 10 Albertas Run, Captain Chris, 12 Poquelin, Wishfull Thinking, 14 Kalahari King, Sizing Europe, 33 Mon Parrain.

¼ 1-2-3

Ladbrokes World Hurdle – Betfred bet: 4/5 Big Buck’s, 6 Thousand Stars, 8 Oscar Whisky, 10 Bobs Worth, 14 Mourad, Overturn, 16 Dynaste, Rock On Ruby, So Young, 25 First Lieutenant, Fiveforthree, Solwhit.

¼ 1-2-3

JCB Triumph Hurdle – Betfred bet: 9 Hinterland, 12 Minsk, 16 Urbain de Sivola, 20 Dildar.

¼ 1-2-3

Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup – sponsors bet: 5/2 Long Run, 10 Kauto Star, 12 Quito de la Roque, 16 Captain Chris, Grands Crus, Master Minded, Wishfull Thinking, 20 Denman, Time For Rupert, Weird Al, 25 Diamond Harry.

¼ 1-2-3

John Smith’s Grand National – Betfred bet: 16 Ballabriggs, Junior, 20 (from 25) West End Rocker, Beshabar, Oscar Time, 25 Chicago Grey, Don’t Push It, Galaxy Rock, Killyglen, The Midnight Club, The Minack, 33 Always Waining, Baby Run, Backstage, Becauseicouldntsee, Gentle Ranger, Midnight Chase, Niche Market, Our Monty, Poker de Sivola, Quinz, State Of Play, Sunnyhillboy, Western Charmer, What A Friend, 40 Big Fella Thanks.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Betfred Launch New Goals Galore TV Advert

Bookmakers Betfred will tonight launch their new TV advert starring Helen Chamberlain.

The Soccer AM star is to be the new face of Betfred’s exciting and popular football bet ‘Goals Galore’ in all their 1350 shops, online and on the mobile.

The advert will be shown for the first time tonight on Sky Sports News and will run throughout the Sky Sports platform. But for the first time Betfred will also advertise on Dave, Comedy Central, Sky Atlantic, G.O.L.D and Channel 5.

The advert was filmed on location in the centre of Manchester and in one of Betfred’ shops and can be viewed at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZAACcuZ50o4

Helen Chamberlain said,

“ I love a flutter so I'm looking forward to having a punt on Goals Galore - it's so easy to do too. We’ve seen so many crazy score lines, the goals are flying in all over the place. I suspect Fred is going to be skint at the end of the season. Let’s hope so for the punters sake!”

Betfred boss Fred Done also appears in the advert,

“It was fantastic working with Helen and we had a real good laugh. Goals Galore is just getting bigger and bigger, I now sit there on a Saturday afternoon crossing my fingers for clean sheets otherwise I do my dough!”

Betfred worked with advertising agency BJL on this campaign and Managing Director Nicky Unsworth said,

“The North West media scene is really thriving at the moment, and as a Manchester-based agency ourselves, it's refreshing to be teaming up with a company that started in the North West and has become a major national player.”

The production on the advert was carried out by The Gate based in Manchester and Betfred have released a special behind the scenes video featuring the making of their new advert which can be viewed at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xsu1Gp2HRsw

Goals Galore was launched by Betfred in August 2009 and has become their most popular football bet. You don’t have to select who is going to win a match, all you have to do is pick matches where you think both teams will score.

Goals Galore is available in Betfred’s 1350 shops, at www.betfred.com , on the mobile or by phoning Betfred’s call centre on 0800 221 221.

Hello Bud cut by sponsors for Betfred Becher Chase repeat

Last year’s Betfred Becher Chase winner Hello Bud has been cut by the sponsor to be one of the 10/1 co-favourites (from 12/1) for this year’s renewal following the news that Master Overseer will miss the race.

One of David Pipe’s other entries Sona Sasta has also been cut to 10/1 (from 14/1) to share favouritism alongside Another Palm, Meanus Dandy, Niche Market and Uncle Junior.

"It looks a wide-open Becher Chase this year and the fact that there are currently six horses that share favouritism suggests that we should be in for another fantastic spectacle over the big National fences," said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Elsewhere, there has been further support for As De Fer in the Coral Welsh National and the recent Ffos Las winner is now a 16/1 shot (from 20/1) having been cut to 25/1 by Betfred after Monday’s success.

Kumbehswar made a winning debut over fences at Hereford this afternoon and has been given a quote of 25/1 for the Arkle by Betfred.

Betfred Becher Chase – sponsors bet: 10 (from 12) Hello Bud, 10 (from 14) Sona Sasta, 10 Another Palm, Meanus Dandy, Niche Market, Uncle Junior, 11 Shakalakaboomboom, Swing Bill, 12 Always Waining, Any Currency, 14 Nicto de Beauchene, Rare Bob, West End Rocker, 16 Abbeybraney, Notre Pere, Shalimar Fromento, 20 Checkerboard, Fine Parchment, Mad Max, Max Bygraves, Merchant Paddy, 25 Ballyvesey, Pak Jack, Pilgrims Lane, 33 Sun Tzu.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Sportingbet Tingle Creek Chase – Betfred bet: 13/8 Sizing Europe, 11/4 Tataniano, 4 Wishfull Thinking, 11/2 Kauto Stone, 9 Gauvain, 12 Imsingingtheblues, 16 Cornas, 25 Dan Breen, 33 Fix The Rib, 500 Kinkeel.

1/5 1-2-3

Tingle Creek & Champion Chase doubles – Betfred bet: 10 Sizing Europe, 16 Tataniano, Wishfull Thinking.

Win Only. Singles Only

¼ 1-2-3-4

William Hill King George VI – Betfred bet: 11/8 Long Run, 9/2 Kauto Star, 5 Master Minded, 13/2 Captain Chris, 16 Kauto Stone, Somersby, 20 Diamond Harry, Weird Al, Wishfull Thinking, 25 Noble Prince, Planet Of Sound, 33 Medermit, Nacarat, 40 Midnight Chase, 50 Noland, Quinz, Roberto Goldback, Tartak, Wayward Prince, 100 Golan Way, The Giant Bolster.

¼ 1-2-3

Coral Welsh National – Betfred bet: 6 Synchronised, 8 Beautiful Sound, 10 Giles Cross, The Minack, 12 Carruthers, Galaxy Rock, Master Overseer, Wymott, 14 Cappa Bleu, Hey Big Spender, Neptune Equester, Wayward Prince, Western Charmer, 16 (from 20) As De Fer, Ballyfitz, Chicago Grey, On His Own, Shakalakaboomboom, Some Target, 20 Alpha Ridge, Any Currency, Be There In Five, Prince de Beauchene, Quiscover Fontaine, Tarablaze, Teaforthree, Telanor, Viking Blond, 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Supreme Novices’ Hurdle – Betfred bet: 10 Steps To Freedom, Waaheb, 12 Prospect Wells, 14 Darlan, 16 Corbally Ghost, Montbazon, Simonsig, 20 Allure Of Illusion, Dandino, Knight Pass, Midnight Game.

¼ 1-2-3

Irish Independent Arkle Chase – Betfred bet: 4 Peddlers Cross, 7 Al Ferof, 8 Sprinter Sacre, 10 Menorah, 12 Cue Card, 16 Spirit Son, 20 Salden Licht, Sam Winner, 25 (first show) Kumbeshwar.

¼ 1-2-3

Neptune Novices’ Hurdle – Betfred bet: 7 Fingal Bay, 12 Simonsig, 14 Dandino, Mount Benbulben, Wandering Aengus, 16 Soux Les Cieux, 20 Allure Of Illusion, Fourth Estate, Knight Pass, Montbazon, Oscar Magic, 25 Texas Jack.

¼ 1-2-3

Sportingbet Queen Mother Champion Chase – Betfred bet: 5 Sizing Europe, 11/2 Big Zeb, 8 Finian’s Rainbow, 9 Captain Chris, 10 Master Minded, 16 Realt Dubh, 25 Captain Cee Bee, 33 Ghizao, Golden Silver, Medermit.

¼ 1-2-3

RSA Chase – Betfred bet: 4 Grand Crus, 8 Bobs Worth, 10 First Lieutenant, Silviniaco Conti, 14 Sonofvic, 16 Last Instalment, Sam Winner, 20 Mossley, 25 Back In Focus, Tornado Bob.

¼ 1-2-3

Ryanair Chase – Betfred bet: 6 Master Minded, Noble Prince, 8 Riverside Theatre, 10 Albertas Run, Captain Chris, 12 Poquelin, Wishfull Thinking, 14 Kalahari King, Sizing Europe, 33 Mon Parrain.

¼ 1-2-3

JCB Triumph Hurdle – Betfred bet: 9 Hinterland, 12 Minsk, 16 Urbain de Sivola, 20 Dildar.

¼ 1-2-3

John Smith’s Grand National – Betfred bet: 16 Ballabriggs, Junior, 20 Beshabar, Oscar Time, 25 Chicago Grey, Don’t Push It, Galaxy Rock, Killyglen, The Midnight Club, The Minack, West End Rocker, 33 Always Waining, Baby Run, Backstage, Becauseicouldntsee, Gentle Ranger, Midnight Chase, Niche Market, Our Monty, Poker de Sivola, Quinz, State Of Play, Sunnyhillboy, Western Charmer, What A Friend, 40 Big Fella Thanks.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Quartet head Betfred Becher Chase market at 10/1

A total of 26 entries have been revealed for Saturday’s Betfred Becher Chase at Aintree and the sponsors make Another Palm, Master Overseer, Meanus Dandy and Niche Market the 10/1 co-favourites of four.

Last year’s winner Hello Bud has been chalked up at 12/1 with the sponsors alongside Always Waining, who has won the Topham Chase over the big fences for the past two years.

"This year’s renewal of the Becher has got the usual mix of horses with plenty of experience over the big fences and those with relatively few miles on the clock," said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

“Niche Market and Always Waining know exactly what it takes to jump round Aintree but the likes of Another Palm and Master Overseer are very interesting contenders for two of the shrewdest stables in the business.”

Reigning Champion Chaser Sizing Europe heads the market at 5/2 with Betfred for the Sportingbet Tingle Creek Chase at Sandown after a total of 11 entries were made this morning.

Arkle runner-up Finians Rainbow is next in the market at 3/1 whilst 7/2 shot Tataniano will be aiming to give trainer Paul Nicholls his sixth successive winner of the race.

Betfred Becher Chase – sponsors bet: 10 Another Palm, Master Overseer, Meanus Dandy, Niche Market, 11 Shakalakaboomboom, Swing Bill, 12 Always Waining, Any Currency, Hello Bud, Uncle Junior, 14 Nicto de Beauchene, Rare Bob, Sona Sasta, West End Rocker, 16 Abbeybraney, Notre Pere, Shalimar Fromento, 20 Checkerboard, Fine Parchment, Mad Max, Max Bygraves, Merchant Paddy, 25 Ballyvesey, Pak Jack, Pilgrims Lane, 33 Sun Tzu.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Sportingbet Tingle Creek Chase – Betfred bet: 5/2 Sizing Europe, 3 Finians Rainbow, 7/2 Tataniano, 11/2 Kauto Stone, 6 Wishfull Thinking, 9 Gauvain, 14 Imsingingtheblues, 20 Cornas, 25 Dan Breen, 33 Fix The Rib, 500 Kinkeel.

1/5 1-2-3

Spinal Research The Atlantic 4 Gold Cup – Betfred bet: 7 Great Endeavour, Quantitativeeasing, 9 Divers, 10 Ghizao, 12 Imsingingtheblues, Organisedconfusion, Sunnyhillboy, Wishfull Thinking, 14 Medermit, Noble Alan, Poquelin, Quel Esprit, Salut Flo, 16 Aerial, Apt Approach, Havingotascoobydoo, Nadiya de la Vega, Quiscover Fontaine, Roudoudouville, Royal Charm, 20 Cape Tribulation, Chance du Roy, Matuhi, The Giant Bolster, 25 Aigle d’Or, Gilbarry, Keki Buki, Renard, Roberto Goldback, Surfing, Tullamore Dew, Vino Griego, Woolcombe Folly, 33 Fine Parchment, Finger Onthe Pulse, Forzy Origny, Nomecheki, Tatenen, 40 Mad Moose, The Sawyer.

¼ 1-2-3-4

William Hill King George VI – Betfred bet: 11/10 Long Run, 5 Kauto Star, Master Minded, 7 Captain Chris, 14 Kauto Stone, Somersby, Wishfull Thinking, 16 Noble Prince, 20 Diamond Harry, Weird Al, 25 Planet Of Sound, Wayward Prince, 33 Medermit, Midnight Chase, Nacarat, Quinz, Tartak, 50 Noland, Roberto Goldback, 100 Golan Way, The Giant Bolster.

¼ 1-2-3

Coral Welsh National – Betfred bet: 6 Synchronised, 8 Beautiful Sound, 10 Giles Cross, The Minack, 12 Carruthers, Galaxy Rock, Master Overseer, Wymott, 14 Cappa Bleu, Hey Big Spender, Neptune Equester, Wayward Prince, Western Charmer, 16 Ballyfitz, Chicago Grey, On His Own, Shakalakaboomboom, Some Target, 20 Alpha Ridge, Any Currency, Be There In Five, Prince de Beauchene, Quiscover Fontaine, Tarablaze, Teaforthree, Telanor, Viking Blond, 25 (from 50) As De Fer, 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

¼ 1-2-3

Irish Independent Arkle Chase – Betfred bet: 4 Peddlers Cross, 7 Al Ferof, 8 Sprinter Sacre, 10 Menorah, 12 Cue Card, 16 Spirit Son, 20 Salden Licht, Sam Winner.

¼ 1-2-3

RSA Chase – Betfred bet: 4 Grand Crus, 8 Bobs Worth, 10 First Lieutenant, Silviniaco Conti, 14 Sonofvic, 16 Last Instalment, Sam Winner, 20 Mossley, 25 Back In Focus, Tornado Bob.

¼ 1-2-3

Ryanair Chase – Betfred bet: 6 Master Minded, Noble Prince, 8 Riverside Theatre, 10 Albertas Run, Captain Chris, 12 Poquelin, Wishfull Thinking, 14 Kalahari King, Sizing Europe, 33 Mon Parrain.

¼ 1-2-3

JCB Triumph Hurdle – Betfred bet: 9 Hinterland, 12 Minsk, 16 Urbain de Sivola, 20 Dildar.

¼ 1-2-3

¼ 1-2-3-4

Carruthers’ Hennessy victory ends hopes of totescoop6 punters

The totescoop6 rolled over this afternoon after a couple of big-priced winners in the first two legs ended the hopes of the majority of punters who had been chasing a huge payout.

Punters were dealt a blow in the first leg as Roalco de Farges took an incident-packed first leg at odds of 22/1 and they were swiftly on the ropes after the second leg as Douglas Julian took the Connor Sadler Handicap Chase at 14/1.

Rock On Ruby provided some respite in the third leg when winning impressively at 7/2 but the knockout blow came in the Hennessy Gold Cup as Carruthers supplied trainer Mark Bradstock with an emotional victory.

This means the win fund has now reached £748,718 whilst the bonus fund has grown to £877,578 which should see a pot of well over £2million up for grabs next weekend when punters will have to get to grips with Sandown’s Tingle Creek meeting as well as Aintree’s Becher Chase fixture.

‘Two big-priced winners in the first couple of legs effectively ended any hope of the totescoop6 being won this weekend but this means that next Saturday’s bet should be worth well over £2million,’ said totepool spokesman George Primarolo.

A total of £541,428 was bet into this afternoon’s pool and there were 226 winners of the place fund, each of whom picks up £479.10.

totescoop6 dividends - 26/11/11

Win: Not Won
Place: £479.10

totescoop6 rollovers – 26/11/11

Win: £748,718
Bonus: £877,578

totescoop6 leg breakdown – 26/11/11

After Leg 1 - 1.30 Newbury:         Roaclo de Farges           2,462
After Leg 2 - 1.45 Newcastle:      Douglas Julian               177
After Leg 3 - 2.05 Newbury:         Rock On Ruby               28
After Leg 4 - 3.10 Newbury:         Carruthers                     0
After Leg 5 - 3.30 Newcastle:      Hey Big Spender            0
After Leg 6 - 3.45 Newbury:         Chance Du Roy             0

Up to £2m up for grabs on this weekend’s totescoop6

This weekend’s totescoop6 could be worth up to £2million after Tamarinbleu’s defeat at Haydock last Saturday meant the bet rolled over once again.

There is currently a total of £559,218 in the win fund whilst the bonus pot has grown to a whopping £796,364 and there is a possibility that both funds could reach the million pound mark tomorrow afternoon.

This weekend’s totescoop6 takes in some of the very best jumps action from Newbury and Newcastle with the highlight being the Hennessy Gold Cup, where Great Endeavour will be looking to add another top-class handicap to his haul after taking the Paddy Power Gold Cup impressively at Cheltenham last time out.

“Punters will have to solve a tricky renewal of the Hennessy Gold Cup if they are to have a chance of winning the totescoop6 but with a potential payout of £2million up for grabs, it’s well worth having a crack at this weekend’s bet,” said totepool spokesman George Primarolo.

The totejackpot is at Newbury on Saturday whilst the totetrifecta rollover race will be the Hennessy Gold Cup (3.10 Newbury).

totescoop6 races – 26/11/11

Leg 1: 1.30 Newbury
Leg 2: 1.45 Newcastle
Leg 3: 2.05 Newbury
Leg 4: 3.10 Newbury
Leg 5: 3.30 Newcastle
Leg 6: 3.45 Newbury

totescoop6 rollovers – 26/11/11

Win: £559,218
Bonus: £796,364

totejackpot Meeting – 26/11/11

Newbury

totetrifecta/toteswinger rollover race – 26/11/11

3.10 Newbury

Betfred Make Major New Signing !!!

It may be outside the transfer window but Betfred have made a major new signing to shock the betting world!

Soccer AM’s Helen Chamberlain has agreed to be the new face of Betfred’s very popular bet Goals Galore. Helen will be the star of a major advertising campaign starting on Sky TV in December. Plus the Soccer AM presenter will be the new face of ‘Goals Galore’ in all Betfred’s 1350 shops, online and on the mobile.

Helen Chamberlain,

“I really enjoyed filming the commercial, especially as Fred was in it too. I love a flutter so I'm looking forward to having a punt on Goals Galore - it's so easy to do too, in fact I reckon Fred is going to be skint by the end of it!”

Betfred boss Fred Done,

“It was great working with Helen and I am delighted she has agreed to be the new face of Goals Galore. I can’t believe how popular the bet has become and this will just make it even bigger. More than ever I will be praying for clean sheets!”

The advert was filmed in Betfred’s King Street West branch in the centre of Manchester and in other locations around the city centre. Betfred have released a special behind the scenes video featuring the making of their new advert which can be viewed at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xsu1Gp2HRsw

Betfred worked with advertising agency BJL on the project and their Managing Director Nicky Unsworth was delighted to be involved.

“It’s great to work with such a big brand as Betfred and was a really exciting project for us. Helen Chamberlain was also a pleasure to work with and I think she is a great signing for Betfred.”

The production on the advert was carried out by The Gate based in Manchester.

Goals Galore is available in all Betfred’s 1350 shops, at www.betfred.com and on the mobile.

Big Buck’s 5/2 with Betfred for perfect season

Big Buck’s has been chalked up at 5/2 by Betfred to pick up where he left off in April and remain undefeated throughout the entire National Hunt season.

Paul Nicholls’ charge is currently enjoying a run of twelve consecutive victories over hurdles since unseating Sam Thomas at the last in the 2008 Hennessy Gold Cup. Having been sent off at odds-on for his last nine starts, 5/2 may appeal to fans of the defending World Hurdle champion.

‘Big Buck’s has been there and got the t-shirt, and with connections confident they have never had him better, it’s frankly a struggle to see him being beaten,’ said Betfred spokesman Andrew Griffiths.

Looking ahead to Saturday, Beshabar and Sarando have been cut to 12/1 (from 14/1) with Betfred for the Hennessy Gold Cup following sustained each-way support throughout the day.

Hennessy Gold Cup – Betfred bet: 11/2 Aiteen Thirtythree, 7 Great Endeavour, Wymott 8 Michel Le Bon, 9 Wayward Prince, 12 (from 14) Beshabar, Sarando, 14 Joncol, Planet Of Sound, 20 The Giant Bolster, 25 Carruthers, Neptune Collonges, 33 Balthazar King, 33 Billie Magern, Blazing Bailey, Fair Along, Muirhead, Qhilimar, Tullamore Dew.

¼ 1-2-3-4

¼ 1-2-3

Supreme Novices’ Hurdle – Betfred bet: 10 Steps To Freedom, Waaheb, 14 (first show) Darlan, 16 Corbally Ghost, Montbazon, Prospect Wells, Simonsig, 20 Allure Of Illusion, Dandino, Knight Pass, Midnight Game.

¼ 1-2-3

Irish Independent Arkle Chase – Betfred bet: 9/2 Peddlers Cross, 7 Al Ferof, 8 Sprinter Sacre, 10 Menorah, 12 Cue Card, 16 Spirit Son, 20 Salden Licht, Sam Winner.

¼ 1-2-3

Stan James Champion Hurdle – Betfred bet: 7/4 Hurricane Fly, 8 Spirit Son, 10 Binocular, Thousand Stars, Zarkandar, 12 Grandouet, 14 Al Ferof, Oscar Whisky, Oscars Well, Peddlers Cross, 16 Menorah, 20 Sprinter Sacre, Unaccompanied, 25 Brampour, Cue Card, Oscars Well, The Real Article.

¼ 1-2-3

Neptune Novices’ Hurdle – Betfred bet: 7 Fingal Bay, 12 Simonsig, 14 Dandino, Wandering Aengus, 16 Soux Les Cieux, Texas Jack, 20 Allure Of Illusion, Fourth Estate, Knight Pass, Montbazon, Oscar Magic, Knight Pass.

¼ 1-2-3

RSA Chase – Betfred bet: 4 Grand Crus, 10 Bobs Worth, First Lieutenant, Silviniaco Conti, 16 Last Installment, Sam Winner, 20 Mossley, 25 Back In Focus, Tornado Bob.

¼ 1-2-3

Ryanair Chase – Betfred bet: 6 Master Minded, Noble Prince, 8 Riverside Theatre, 10 Albertas Run, Captain Chris, 12 Poquelin, Wishfull Thinking, 14 Kalahari King, Sizing Europe, 33 Mon Parrain.

¼ 1-2-3

Ladbrokes World Hurdle – Betfred bet: 4/5 Big Buck’s, 6 Thousand Stars, 8 Oscar Whisky, 10 Bobs Worth, 14 Mourad, Overturn, 16 Dynaste, So Young, 25 First Lieutenant, Fiveforthree, Solwhit, 33 Rock On Ruby.

¼ 1-2-3

JCB Triumph Hurdle – Betfred bet: 9 Hinterland, 12 Minsk.

¼ 1-2-3

¼ 1-2-3-4

Long Run 13/2 with Betfred for the clean sweep

Long Run has been chalked up at 13/2 by Betfred to dominate the National Hunt season and win the Betfair Chase, the King George VI Chase and the Betfred Gold Cup at Cheltenham in March. Punters can also back him at 9/4 to land the Betfair Chase and the King George VI Chase double.

Nicky Henderson’s stable star currently heads the market for each race at odds of 4/5, 10/11 and 5/2 respectively and appears to have the staying chase division at his feet.

‘Make no bones about it; Long Run is the horse to beat. But the Betfair Chase will be no cakewalk, and plenty can happen over the course of the season, so we’re happy to dangle the carrot and 13/2 looks about right to us,’ said Betfred spokesman Andrew Griffiths.

Hinterland has been cut to 9/1 (from 12/1) for next year’s JCB Triumph Hurdle following sustained support since his taking victory at Cheltenham on Saturday.

Betfair Chase – Betfred bet: 4/5 Long Run, 6 Diamond Harry, 7 (from 8) Time For Rupert, Weird Al, 8 Kauto Star, 25 Nacarat, 66 Pure Faith.

1/4 1-2

Betfair Chase/King George VI Chase double – Betfred bet: 9/4 Long Run.

Betfair Chase/King George VI Chase/Betfred Gold Cup treble – Betfred bet: 13/2 Long Run.

Hennessy Gold Cup – Betfred bet: 7 Great Endeavour, 8 Aiteen Thirtythree, 9 Wayward Prince, 10 Time For Rupert, 12 Diamond Harry, Michel Le Bon, Wymott, 14 Beshabar, Joncol, 16 Chicago Grey, Sarando, The Giant Bolster, Wishfull Thinking, 20 Planet Of Sound, 25 Billie Magern, Blazing Tempo, Carruthers, Cooldine, Hey Big Spender, Quinz, Razor Royale, Shakalakaboomboom, Tullamore Dew, What A Friend, 33 Balthazar King, Blazing Bailey, Fair Along, Muirhead, Madison du Berlais, Neptune Collonges, Neptune Equester, Qhilimar, Uncle Junior, West End Rocker, 40 King Fontaine, 50 Alderluck, Calgary Bay, Dovers Hill, General Kutuzov, Quzbeck, Vino Griego, 66 Air Force One.

¼ 1-2-3-4

William Hill King George VI – Betfred bet: 10/11 Long Run, 7 Captain Chris, 8 Master Minded, 14 Kauto Star, Kauto Stone, Somersby, Weird Al, Wishfull Thinking, 16 Noble Prince, 20 Diamond Harry, Medermit, 25 Planet Of Sound, Wayward Prince, 33 Midnight Chase, Nacarat, Quinz, Tartak, What A Friend, 50 Mon Parrain, Noland, Roberto Goldback, 100 Golan Way, The Giant Bolster.

¼ 1-2-3

Supreme Novices’ Hurdle – Betfred bet: 10 Steps To Freedom, Waaheb, Lovethehigherlaw, 16 Montbazon, Prospect Wells, 20 Dandino, Allure Of Illusion, Knight Pass.

¼ 1-2-3

Irish Independent Arkle Chase – Betfred bet: 5 Peddlers Cross, 7 Al Ferof, 8 Sprinter Sacre, 10 Menorah, 12 Cue Card, 16 Spirit Son, 20 Salden Licht, Sam Winner.

¼ 1-2-3

Stan James Champion Hurdle – Betfred bet: 7/4 Hurricane Fly, 8 Spirit Son, 10 Binocular, Zarkandar, 14 Al Ferof, Oscar Whisky, Oscars Well, Peddlers Cross, Thousand Stars, 16 Grandouet, Menorah, 20 Sprinter Sacre, Unaccompanied, 25 Brampour, Cue Card, The Real Article.

¼ 1-2-3

Neptune Novices’ Hurdle – Betfred bet: 10 Fingal Bay, 10 Wandering Aengus, Dandino, 16 Texas Gold, 20 Montbazon, Allure Of Illusion, Fourth Estate, Oscar Magic, Simonsig, Knight Pass.

¼ 1-2-3

Sportingbet Queen Mother Champion Chase – Betfred bet: 5 Sizing Europe, 11/2 Big Zeb, 8 Finian’s Rainbow, 9 Captain Chris, 14 Master Minded, 16 Medermit, Realt Dubh, 25 Captain Cee Bee, 33 Ghizao, Golden Silver.

¼ 1-2-3

RSA Chase – Betfred bet: 4 Grand Crus, 10 Bobs Worth, First Lieutenant, Silviniaco Conti, 16 Sam Winner, 20 Mossley, 25 Back In Focus, Tornado Bob.

¼ 1-2-3

Ryanair Chase – Betfred bet: 6 Noble Prince, 8 Master Minded, Riverside Theatre, 10 Albertas Run, Captain Chris, 12 Poquelin, Wishfull Thinking, 14 Kalahari King, Sizing Europe, 33 Mon Parrain.

¼ 1-2-3

Ladbrokes World Hurdle – Betfred bet: 4/5 Big Buck’s, 7 Grands Crus, 8 Oscar Whisky, Thousand Stars, 10 Bobs Worth, 14 Mourad, 25 First Lieutenant, Fiveforthree, Solwhit, 33 Rock On Ruby.

¼ 1-2-3

JCB Triumph Hurdle – Betfred bet: 9 (from 12) Hinterland, Minsk.

¼ 1-2-3

Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup – sponsors bet: 5/2 Long Run, 12 Time For Rupert, 14 Quito de la Roque, 16 Captain Chris, Diamond Harry, Master Minded, Weird Al, 20 Denman, 25 Mon Parrain.

¼ 1-2-3

John Smith’s Grand National – Betfred bet: 16 Ballabriggs, 20 Beshabar, Oscar Time, 25 Galaxy Rock, Chicago Grey, Don’t Push It, Junior, Killyglen, The Midnight Club, The Minack, West End Rocker, 33 Always Waining, Baby Run, Backstage, Becauseicouldntsee, Gentle Ranger, Midnight Chase, Niche Market, Our Monty, Poker de Sivola, Quinz, State Of Play, Sunnyhillboy, Western Charmer, What A Friend, 40 Big Fella Thanks.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Edgardo Sol’s victory breaks the hearts of totescoop6 punters

The totescoop6 was not won this weekend after the two remaining ticket holders failed to pick the winner of the final leg at Cheltenham.

Neither James Pollard nor Up To The Mark could land a blow as Edgardo Sol ran out the comfortable winner of the Ultima Business Solutions Novices’ Handicap Hurdle which means next weekend’s bet could be worth up to £1.4million.

The win fund has now reached £337,848 whilst the bonus fund will once again be guaranteed to the tune of £750,000 next weekend where the Scoop6 action will come from Ascot and Haydock.

‘Although this weekend’s totescoop6 looked tricky on paper, two punters managed to make it through to the final leg but couldn’t quite land the spoils which means next Saturday’s bet could be worth up to £1.4million,’ said totepool spokesman George Primarolo.

A total of £284,804 was bet into this afternoon’s pool and there were 68 winners of the place fund, each of whom picks up £837.60.

totescoop6 dividends - 12/11/11

Win: Not Won
Place: £837.60

totescoop6 rollovers – 12/11/11

Win: £337,848
Bonus: £750,000 guaranteed

totescoop6 leg breakdown – 12/11/11

After Leg 1 - 1.55 Cheltenham:   Galaxy Rock                 18,992
After Leg 2 - 2.35 Cheltenham:   Great Endeavour           1,275
After Leg 3 - 2.50 Lingfield:        Docofthebay                 85
After Leg 4 - 3.10 Cheltenham:   Dorset Square               6
After Leg 5 - 3.25 Wetherby:      Ubi Ace                          2
After Leg 6 - 3.40 Cheltenham:   Edgardo Sol                 0

Big Zeb 11/2 for Champion Chase after winning his third Fortria Chase

Big Zeb has been trimmed to 11/2 (from 13/2) by Betfred for the Queen Mother Champion Chase following his third victory in the Fortria Chase at Navan this afternoon.

The ten-year-old had to fight hard to record the hat-trick as both Noble Prince and Forpadydeplasterer loomed large at the final fence but he ran out the game winner despite giving 5lb to his rivals.

"Big Zeb looked as good as ever when winning his third consecutive Fortria Chase at Navan and although he’ll be eleven come the Festival next March, he’s certain to go there with a live chance," said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Over at Cheltenham, Al Ferof has been cut to 7/1 (from 12/1) by Betfred for the Arkle Chase after he made a successful debut over fences in the Independent Newspaper Novices’ Chase. Brampour has also been given a quote of 33/1 for the Stan James Champion Hurdle following his victory in the Greatwood Handicap Hurdle.

Fingal Bay is now the 10/1 favourite (from 14/1) for the Neptune Investment Management Novices’ Hurdle at the Cheltenham Festival after winning a race of the same name at Prestbury Park this afternoon.

Betfair Chase – Betfred bet: 8/11 Long Run, 7 Diamond Harry, Kauto Star, Weird Al, 8 Time For Rupert, 10 Grands Crus, 14 Rubi Light, 20 Midnight Chase, 25 What A Friend, 33 Mon Parrain, Nacarat, Noland, Planet Of Sound, Roberto Goldback, Wayward Price, 40 Kalahari King, 66 Pure Faith, Sa Suffit.

¼ 1-2-3

¼ 1-2-3-4

¼ 1-2-3

Supreme Novices’ Hurdle – Betfred bet: 10 Steps To Freedom, Waaheb, Lovethehigherlaw, 16 Montbazon, Prospect Wells, 20 Dandino, Allure Of Illusion, Knight Pass.

¼ 1-2-3

Irish Independent Arkle Chase – Betfred bet: 5 Peddlers Cross, 7 (from 12) Al Ferof, 8 Sprinter Sacre, 10 Menorah, 12 Cue Card, 16 Spirit Son, 20 Salden Licht, Sam Winner.

¼ 1-2-3

Neptune Novices’ Hurdle – Betfred bet: 10 (from 14) Fingal Bay, 10 Wandering Aengus, Dandino, 16 Texas Gold, 20 Montbazon, Allure Of Illusion, Fourth Estate, Oscar Magic, Simonsig, Knight Pass.

¼ 1-2-3

Sportingbet Queen Mother Champion Chase – Betfred bet: 5 Sizing Europe, 11/2 (from 13/2) Big Zeb, 8 Finian’s Rainbow, 9 Captain Chris, 14 Master Minded, 16 Medermit, Realt Dubh, 25 Captain Cee Bee, 33 Ghizao, Golden Silver.

¼ 1-2-3

RSA Chase – Betfred bet: 4 Grand Crus, 10 Bobs Worth, First Lieutenant, Silviniaco Conti, 16 Sam Winner, 20 Mossley, 25 Back In Focus, Tornado Bob.

¼ 1-2-3

Ryanair Chase – Betfred bet: 6 Noble Prince, 8 Master Minded, Riverside Theatre, 10 Albertas Run, Captain Chris, 12 Poquelin, Wishfull Thinking, 14 Kalahari King, Sizing Europe, 33 Mon Parrain.

¼ 1-2-3

Ladbrokes World Hurdle – Betfred bet: 4/5 Big Buck’s, 7 Grands Crus, 8 Oscar Whisky, Thousand Stars, 10 Bobs Worth, 14 Mourad, 25 First Lieutenant, Fiveforthree, Solwhit, 33 Rock On Ruby.

¼ 1-2-3

JCB Triumph Hurdle – Betfred bet: 12 Hinterland, Minsk.

¼ 1-2-3

Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup – sponsors bet: 5/2 Long Run, 12 Time For Rupert, 14 Quito de la Roque, 16 Captain Chris, Diamond Harry, Master Minded, Weird Al, 20 Denman, 25 Mon Parrain.

¼ 1-2-3

¼ 1-2-3-4

Grands Crus slashed for RSA Chase after making winning debut over fences

Grands Crus has been slashed to 4/1 (from 7/1) by Betfred at the head of the market for the RSA Chase after he made a winning debut over fences at Cheltenham this afternoon.

His task was made easier by the departure of Cue Card halfway down the back straight but despite an error on the fence turning for home, the grey eased back into contention and powered up the hill to record a ten length success.

"Barring one serious error, Grands Crus produced a pretty impressive round of jumping on his debut over fences and David Pipe’s gelding looks to be the one to beat in staying novice chases this season," said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Bobs Worth, First Lieutenant and Silviniaco Conti are all next in the betting for the RSA Chase with Betfred at 10/1.

Blue Square Churchill Stakes – Betfred bet: 6/4 Hunter’s Light, 4 Suits Me, 10 Circumvent, Night Lily, Spring Of Fame, 12 Proud Chieftain, 14 Nice Style, 16 Maali, Satwa Pearl, 20 Classic Colori.

¼ 1-2-3

Blue Square Golden Rose Stakes – Betfred bet: 5/2 Secret Asset, 6 Total Gallery, 9 Bajan Tryst, Elshbakiya, 10 Breathless Kiss, 11 Docofthebay, Five Star Junior, 12 Silaah, 14 Global City, Secret Witness, 16 Cochabamba, 20 Norville.

¼ 1-2-3

Jardine Lloyd Thompson Handicap Hurdle – Betfred bet: 4 Oscargo, 13/2 My Shamwari, 9 Dorset Square, 10 Cantlow, Rossmore Lad, 14 Define, Faltering Fullback, Raslan, 16 Battle Group, Kylebeg Kyrstle, Pettifour, 20 Counting House, 25 Don’t Push It, Golan Way, Got Attitude, Riptide, Stow, 28 Laustra Bad, 33 Red Not Blue.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Rewards4Racing Handicap Chase – Betfred bet: 10/3 Promising Anshan, 5 Chicago Grey, 6 Galaxy Rock, 9 Reve de Sivola, 10 Balthazar King, Hennessy, 11 Fair Along, 12 Carruthers, 14 Hey Big Spender, West End Rocker, 16 Ballyfitz.

¼ 1-2-3

Paddy Power Gold Cup – Betfred bet: 9/2 Mon Parrain, 8 Wishfull Thinking, 12 Daves Dream, 12 Great Endeavour, The Giant Bolster, 16 Divers, Loosen My Load, Araldur, Loosen My Load, Tullamore Dew, 20 Aerial, Araldur, Noble Alan, Quantitativeeasing, 25 Billie Magern, Poquelin, 28 Calgary Bay, Fine Parchment, 33 Holmwood Legend, Oiseau de Nuit, 40 Swincombe Rock, 50 Finger Onthe Pulse.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Greatwood Handicap Hurdle – Betfred bet: 11/2 Pateese, 8 Moon Dice, 11 Brampour, 12 A Media Luz, Kumbeshwar, 14 Jack Cool, Via Galilei, 16 Abergavenny, Sanctuaire, Third Intention, 20 Ultimate, 25 Alazan, Inspector Clouseau, Oldrik, Olofi, The Betchworth Kid, Topolski, 33 Harry Tricker, Nearby, Palawi, Son Of Flicka, Viva Colonia, 40 Andhaar, Eightybarackstreet.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Betfair Chase – Betfred bet: 8/11 Long Run, 7 Diamond Harry, Kauto Star, Weird Al, 8 Time For Rupert, 10 (from 20) Grands Crus, 14 Rubi Light, 20 Midnight Chase, 25 What A Friend, 33 Mon Parrain, Nacarat, Noland, Planet Of Sound, Roberto Goldback, Wayward Price, 40 Kalahari King, 66 Pure Faith, Sa Suffit.

¼ 1-2-3

Hennessy Gold Cup – Betfred bet: 8 Aiteen Thirtythree, 9 Wayward Prince, 10 Time For Rupert, 12 Diamond Harry, Michel Le Bon, Wymott, 14 Beshabar, Joncol, Mon Parrain, 16 Chicago Grey, Great Endeavour, Sarando, The Giant Bolster, Wishfull Thinking, 20 Planet Of Sound, 25 Billie Magern, Blazing Tempo, Carruthers, Cooldine, Hey Big Spender, Quinz, Razor Royale, Shakalakaboomboom, Tullamore Dew, What A Friend, 33 Balthazar King, Blazing Bailey, Fair Along, Gone To Lunch, Muirhead, Madison du Berlais, Neptune Collonges, Neptune Equester, Qhilimar, Uncle Junior, West End Rocker, 40 King Fontaine, 50 Alderluck, Calgary Bay, Chariot Charger, Dovers Hill, General Kutuzov, Quzbeck, Vino Griego, 66 Air Force One.

¼ 1-2-3-4

William Hill King George VI – Betfred bet: 10/11 Long Run, 7 Captain Chris, 8 Master Minded, 14 Kauto Star, Kauto Stone, Weird Al, Wishfull Thinking, 16 Noble Prince, Somersby, 20 Diamond Harry, Medermit, Mon Parrain, 25 Planet Of Sound, Wayward Prince, 33 Midnight Chase, Nacarat, Quinz, Tartak, What A Friend, 50 Noland, Roberto Goldback, 100 Golan Way, The Giant Bolster.

¼ 1-2-3

Irish Independent Arkle Chase – Betfred bet: 11/2 Peddlers Cross, 8 Sprinter Sacre, 10 Menorah, 12 Al Ferof, Cue Card, 16 Spirit Son, 20 Salden Licht, Sam Winner.

¼ 1-2-3

Sportingbet Queen Mother Champion Chase – Betfred bet: 5 Sizing Europe, 13/2 Big Zeb, 8 Finian’s Rainbow, 9 Captain Chris, 14 Master Minded, 16 Medermit, Realt Dubh, 25 Captain Cee Bee, 33 Ghizao, Golden Silver.

¼ 1-2-3

RSA Chase – Betfred bet: 4 (from 7) Grand Crus, 10 Bobs Worth, First Lieutenant, Silviniaco Conti, 16 Sam Winner, 20 Mossley, 25 Back In Focus, Tornado Bob.

¼ 1-2-3

Ryanair Chase – Betfred bet: 6 Noble Prince, 8 Master Minded, Riverside Theatre, 10 Albertas Run, Captain Chris, 12 Poquelin, Wishfull Thinking, 14 Kalahari King, Sizing Europe, 16 Mon Parrain.

¼ 1-2-3

Ladbrokes World Hurdle – Betfred bet: 4/5 Big Buck’s, 7 Grands Crus, 8 Oscar Whisky, Thousand Stars, 10 Bobs Worth, 14 Mourad, 25 First Lieutenant, Fiveforthree, Solwhit, 33 Rock On Ruby.

¼ 1-2-3

Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup – sponsors bet: 5/2 Long Run, 12 Time For Rupert, 14 Quito de la Roque, 16 Captain Chris, Diamond Harry, Master Minded, Weird Al, 20 Denman, 25 Mon Parrain.

¼ 1-2-3

John Smith’s Grand National – Betfred bet: 16 Ballabriggs, 20 Beshabar, Oscar Time, 25 Chicago Grey, Don’t Push It, Junior, Killyglen, The Midnight Club, The Minack, West End Rocker, 33 Always Waining, Baby Run, Backstage, Becauseicouldntsee, Gentle Ranger, Midnight Chase, Niche Market, Our Monty, Poker de Sivola, Quinz, State Of Play, Sunnyhillboy, Western Charmer, What A Friend, 40 Big Fella Thanks.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Over £1m up for grabs on this weekend’s totescoop6

This weekend’s totescoop6 could be worth up to £1.1million after a single ticket failed to land last Saturday's bet at the final hurdle.

This leaves a total of £238,167 in the win fund and with the bonus pot yet again guaranteed to the tune of £750,000, the total rollover amount alone is currently just under the million mark.

Tomorrow’s totescoop6 contains the first big handicap of the jumps season in the shape of the Paddy Power Gold Cup for which Mon Parrain has been a warm favourite since betting opened on the event. There are a total of four races from Cheltenham as well as one from Lingfield and one from Wetherby and all six Scoop6 races are live on Channel 4.

“With the bonus fund alone guaranteed to £750,000, this weekend’s bet looks certain to create plenty of interest and could potentially create yet another Scoop6 millionaire,” said totepool spokesman George Primarolo.

The totejackpot is at Cheltenham on Saturday whilst the totetrifecta rollover race will be the Paddy Power Gold Cup (2.35 Cheltenham).

totescoop6 races – 12/11/11

Leg 1: 1.55 Cheltenham
Leg 2: 2.35 Cheltenham
Leg 3: 2.50 Lingfield
Leg 4: 3.10 Cheltenham
Leg 5: 3.25 Wetherby
Leg 6: 3.40 Cheltenham

totescoop6 rollovers – 12/11/11

Win: £238,167
Bonus: £750,000 guaranteed

totejackpot Meeting – 12/11/11

Cheltenham

totetrifecta/toteswinger rollover race – 12/11/11

2.35 Cheltenham

ALWAYS WAINING ON COURSE TO RETURN TO AINTREE FOR BECHER CHASE GRAND NATIONAL TRIALS DAY

Always Waining will bid to enhance his excellent record over the Grand National fences when he returns to Aintree for Becher Chase Grand National Trials Day on Saturday, December 3.

Peter Bowen’s charge posted a second successive victory in the Listed John Smith’s Topham Handicap Chase at the John Smith’s Grand National meeting in April as he beat the highly-touted Mon Parrain by four lengths.

He made his seasonal return over hurdles at Ffos Las on November 6 and is now being readied for either the three and a quarter-mile £100,000 Listed Betfred Becher Handicap Chase (2.15pm) or the £50,000 Betfred Grand Sefton Handicap Chase (3.25pm) over an extended two miles and five furlongs.

Bowen revealed today: “We are hoping to run Always Waining at Aintree next month and it depends on the ground regarding which race we go for. If it’s on the soft side, then he will go for the Grand Sefton, but he will run in the Becher Chase if the ground is good.

“He had his first run of the season over hurdles last week and we will probably give him another hurdle start before heading to Aintree.

“His second win in the Topham Chase was very good and they think a lot of the runner-up. Always Waining always seems to perform well around Aintree - I don’t know why, but he seems like a different horse over those fences.

“We will be looking to run him in the John Smith’s Grand National next year. It was heartbreaking to miss the cut by one last season but you never know what might have happened in the race and it’s quite an achievement to win two Topham Chases.

“He loves jumping the fences and deserves a crack at the big one. He will be an 11-year-old by next spring and realistically it will be the last chance we get with him to go for the race.”

Always Waining is currently a 33/1 chance with Betfred for this season’s John Smith’s Grand National.

The Betfred Becher Handicap Chase, which returns to a Saturday slot this year, is a key trial for the John Smith’s Grand National. The recent BHA review into the Grand National stated that horses should have finished in the first four in a chase run over three miles or further to qualify the John Smith’s Grand National. Therefore, in addition to gaining valuable experience of the Grand National fences, connections have even more incentive to target the Betfred Becher Handicap Chase this season.

Amberleigh House took the spoils in 2001 before giving his legendary trainer Ginger McCain a fourth victory in the John Smith’s Grand National in 2004, while Silver Birch scored in the 2004 renewal of the Betfred Becher Handicap Chase prior to triumphing in the world’s greatest steeplechase in 2007. Black Apalachi won the Betfred Becher Handicap Chase in 2008 and was runner-up to Don’t Push It in the 2010 John Smith’s Grand National.

The Betfred Grand Sefton Handicap Chase (3.25pm) has also thrown up clues to the John Smith’s Grand National, most notably Forest Gunner, who captured the race in 2004 and went on to finish fifth in the John Smith’s Grand National the same season. Frankie Figg captured the Betfred Grand Sefton Handicap Chase in 2010 and his trainer Paul Nicholls has hinted that he will return to Aintree next month for the Betfred Becher Handicap Chase en route to a crack at the 2012 John Smith’s Grand National.

A seven-race card on Becher Chase Grand National Trials Day also includes the £35,000 Listed Betfred Goals Galore Bonus Chase (2.50pm). The action gets underway with at 12.00pm with the Jaguar Maiden Hurdle and continues with the Betfred Goals Galore Handicap Hurdle (12.35pm), the Betfred 1350 Shops Nationwide Novices’ Handicap Hurdle (1.10pm) and the Betfred Free Machine Play Mares’ Standard Open National Hunt Flat Race (1.40pm).

Peddlers Cross unchanged at 6/1 for Arkle after winning debut over fences

Peddlers Cross remains the 6/1 favourite for the Arkle Chase with Betfred after making a winning debut over fences in the Golden Bear Beginners’ Chase at Bangor this afternoon,

Last year’s Champion Hurdle runner-up recorded a bloodless victory, jumping well before coming clear of his rivals to win by four and a half lengths.

"Peddlers Cross couldn’t have done anymore on his chasing debut but we’re happy to leave the horse unchanged for the Arkle given the fact that the bare form of the race wasn’t up to much," said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Sprinter Sacre is the 8/1 second-favourite for the Arkle with Betfred with Menorah next in the market at 10/1.

The entries were revealed for the King George VI Chase at Kempton this morning and last year’s winner Long Run is the 10/11 favourite with Betfred after a total of 24 horses were put in the race. Captain Chris is the 7/1 second-favourite with Master Minded next in the market at 8/1.

Looking ahead to the weekend, last year’s Jewson Novices’ Chase winner Noble Prince has been cut to 9/1 (from 11/1) for the Paddy Power Gold Cup after connections hinted he may be heading to Cheltenham rather than take up an alternative engagement at Navan on Sunday. Dave’s Dream has also been cut into 16/1 (from 20/1) for the same race.

Aiteen Thirtythree has also been popular with punters ahead of the Hennessy Gold Cup at the end of this month and Paul Nicholls’ chaser is now the 8/1 market leader (from 9/1) with Betfred.

Paddy Power Gold Cup – Betfred bet: 4 Mon Parrain, 7 Wishfull Thinking, 9 (from 11) Noble Prince, 11 The Giant Bolster, 12 Divers, Great Endeavour, 14 Tullamore Dew, 16 (from 20) Daves Dream, Araldur, Loosen My Load, Noble Alan, Poquelin, Quantitativeeasing, 20 Aerial, Billie Magern, Cape Tribulation, Fine Parchment, Holmwood Legend, Oiseau de Buit, 25 Aigle d’Or, Calgary Bay, Finger Onthe Pulse, Hectors Choice, Vino Griego, 33 Buck Mulligan, Gansey, Nomecheki, Norther Bay, Persian Gates, Stormin Exit, Swincombe Rock, 66 Rio Gael.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Greatwood Handicap Hurdle – Betfred bet: 6 Pateese, 8 Moon Dice, 10 Brampour, Domtaline, 12 A Media Luz, Via Galilei, 14 Jack Cool, Kumbeshwar, Sanctuaire, 16 Third Intention, Ultimate, 20 Topolski, 25 Abergavenny, Alazan, Inspector Clouseau, Oldrik, Olofi, The Betchworth Kid, 33 Harry Tricker, Nearby, Palawi, Son Of Flicka, Viva Colonia, 40 Andhaar, Eightybarackstreet, 50 Tarkari.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Hennessy Gold Cup – Betfred bet: 8 (from 9) Aiteen Thirtythree, 9 Wayward Prince, 10 Time For Rupert, 12 Diamond Harry, Weird Al, 14 Beshabar, Joncol, Michel Le Bon, Mon Parrain, Wymott, 16 Chicago Grey, Great Endeavour, Sarando, The Giant Bolster, Wishfull Thinking, 25 Billie Magern, Blazing Tempo, Carruthers, Cooldine, Hey Big Spender, Planet Of Sound, Quinz, Razor Royale, Shakalakaboomboom, Tullamore Dew, What A Friend, 33 Balthazar King, Blazing Bailey, Fair Along, Gone To Lunch, Muirhead, Madison du Berlais, Neptune Collonges, Neptune Equester, Qhilimar, Uncle Junior, West End Rocker, 40 King Fontaine, 50 Alderluck, Calgary Bay, Chariot Charger, Dovers Hill, General Kutuzov, Quzbeck, Vino Griego, 66 Air Force One.

¼ 1-2-3-4

¼ 1-2-3

Irish Independent Arkle Chase – Betfred bet: 6 Peddlers Cross, 8 Sprinter Sacre, 10 Menorah, 12 Al Ferof, Cue Card, 16 Spirit Son, 20 Salden Licht, Sam Winner.

¼ 1-2-3

Stan James Champion Hurdle – Betfred bet: 7/4 Hurricane Fly, 8 Spirit Son, 10 Binocular, Zarkandar, 14 Al Ferof, Oscar Whisky, Oscars Well, Thousand Stars, 16 Grandouet, Menorah, 20 Sprinter Sacre, 25 Cue Card, The Real Article.

¼ 1-2-3

RSA Chase – Betfred bet: 7 Grand Crus, 10 Bobs Worth, First Lieutenant, 10 Silviniaco Conti, 16 Sam Winner, 20 Mossley, 25 Back In Focus, Tornado Bob.

¼ 1-2-3

Ryanair Chase – Betfred bet: 6 Noble Prince, 8 Master Minded, Riverside Theatre, 10 Albertas Run, Captain Chris, 12 Poquelin, Wishfull Thinking, 14 Kalahari King, Sizing Europe, 16 Mon Parrain.

¼ 1-2-3

Ladbrokes World Hurdle – Betfred bet: 4/5 Big Buck’s, 7 Grands Crus, 8 Oscar Whisky, Thousand Stars, 10 Bobs Worth, 14 Mourad, 25 First Lieutenant, Fiveforthree, Solwhit, 33 Rock On Ruby.

¼ 1-2-3

Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup – sponsors bet: 5/2 Long Run, 12 Time For Rupert, 14 Quito de la Roque, 16 Captain Chris, Diamond Harry, Master Minded, Weird Al, 20 Denman, 25 Mon Parrain.

¼ 1-2-3

¼ 1-2-3-4

Scoop6 punters foiled in Charlie Hall

Next weekend’s Scoop6 promises to smash through the £1 million barrier after today’s win fund of £156,744 went begging and Fred guaranteed the bonus fund to the tune of £700,000.

A total of 28 tickets remained going into the fourth leg – the bet365 Charlie Hall Chase at Wetherby – but none were on eventual winner Weird Al, who bounced back to his best on his first outing for new trainer Donald McCain.

‘With all the big guns covered, punters may have expected to sail through the Charlie Hall, but Weird Al’s return to form means a single winner of next week’s bet could become the next Scoop6 millionaire,’ said totepool spokesman Andrew Griffiths.

A figure of £263,006 was bet into this afternoon’s pool and there were only 34 winners of the place fund, each of whom picks up £1,547.

totescoop6 dividends - 29/10/11

Win: Not Won
Place: £1547.00
Bonus: Not Won

totescoop6 rollovers – 29/10/11

Win: £156,744
Bonus: £700,000 – Guaranteed

totescoop6 leg breakdown – 29/10/11

After Leg 1 - 2.30 Ascot:             Anquetta           18,373
After Leg 2 - 3.00 Ascot:             Brampour          679
After Leg 3 - 3.15 Newmarket:     Farhh                28
After Leg 4 - 3.20 Wetherby:       Weird Al            0
After Leg 5 - 3.40 Ascot :           Exmoor Ranger 0
After Leg 6 - 3.55 Newmarket:     Coquet              0

Around £800,000 up for grabs on this weekend’s totescoop6

This weekend’s totescoop6 could be worth around £800,000 after both the win and bonus funds rolled over last Saturday.

A total of £64,691 is currently in the win fund whilst the bonus pot now stands at £584,424 after the nine punters who were chasing the money failed to land it at Doncaster last weekend.

Tomorrow’s totescoop6 sees top-quality racing from both codes as the bet takes in racing from Newmarket, Ascot and Wetherby. The highlight sees a field of eight line up for the bet365 Charlie Hall Chase where last year’s Hennessy Gold Cup winner Diamond Harry is the 5/2 favourite to land the Grade 2 event.

“The bonus fund alone has now reached a life-changing sum and with the win pot having also rolled last weekend, this weekend’s totescoop6 could be worth around £800,000 to a single winner,” said totepool spokesman George Primarolo.

The totejackpot is at Newmarket on Saturday whilst the totetrifecta rollover race will be the United House Gold Cup Handicap Chase (3.40 Ascot).

totescoop6 races – 29/10/11

Leg 1: 2.30 Ascot
Leg 2: 3.00 Ascot
Leg 3: 3.15 Newmarket
Leg 4: 3.20 Wetherby
Leg 5: 3.40 Ascot
Leg 6: 3.55 Newmarket

totescoop6 rollovers – 29/10/11

Win: £64,691
Bonus: £584,424

totejackpot Meeting – 29/10/11

Newmarket

totetrifecta/toteswinger rollover race – 29/10/11

3.40 Ascot

totescoop6 bonus fund not won as Steps holds on at Doncaster

The totescoop6 bonus fund was not won this weekend as the nine ticket holders from last Saturday failed to pick the winner of the bonus race at Doncaster.

Steps landed the ‘Join racingpost.com Members’ Club’ Handicap at odds of 25/1 for trainer Roger Varian as neither Confessional, Singeur, Racy, Marine Commando, Hazelrigg nor Barney McGrew could land a blow.

This afternoon’s win fund was not won either as punters found winners hard to come by which means there is a rollover of £64,691 in that particular pot whilst the bonus fund has now grown to £584,424. The bet went down in the fourth leg after Beaten Up’s victory in the Worthington’s Champion Shield Stakes knocked out the remaining nine tickets.

‘Next weekend’s totescoop6 could be worth well over £750,000 after both the win and bonus funds rolled over in what proved to be a tricky afternoon’s racing for punters,’ said totepool spokesman George Primarolo.

A total of £184,834 was bet into this afternoon’s pool and there were 116 winners of the place fund, each of whom picks up £318.60.

totescoop6 dividends - 22/10/11

Win: Not Won
Place: £318.60
Bonus: Not Won

totescoop6 rollovers – 22/10/11

Win: £64,691
Bonus: £584,424

totescoop6 leg breakdown – 22/10/11

After Leg 1 - 2.00 Doncaster:      Steps                573
After Leg 2 - 2.15 Newbury:         Tell Dad            103
After Leg 3 - 2.30 Doncaster:      Gusto               9
After Leg 4 - 2.45 Newbury:         Beaten Up         0
After Leg 5 - 3.15 Newbury:         Pimpernel          0
After Leg 6 - 3.45 Newbury:         Kirthill               0

MASTER MINDED & ALBERTAS RUN GO HEAD TO HEAD IN BETFRED MONET’S GARDEN OLD ROAN CHASE

Master Minded (11st 10lb) and Albertas Run (11st) return to Aintree for a fascinating renewal of the £50,000 Grade Two Betfred Monet’s Garden Old Roan Chase (3.30pm), highlight of the opening day at the Liverpool course’s first meeting of the new season, tomorrow, Saturday, October 22.

The pair, who have posted 12 Grade One victories between them, clashed at this year’s John Smith’s Grand National Meeting when Master Minded powered to a stunning nine-length victory over Albertas Run in the Grade One John Smith’s Melling Chase.

That success came at level weights but the tables could well be turned as the Paul Nicholls-trained chaser has to concede 10lb to Albertas Run, representing Jonjo O’Neill, in the two and a half-mile limited handicap chase.

The field is completed by Pure Faith (10st 4lb), who triumphed in a two-mile novices’ chase at Aintree on May 6. The eight-year-old’s trainer Peter Bowen is fully aware of the mammoth task facing his 136-rated chaser.

Bowen commented: “Pure Faith is heading to Aintree because the prize money is very good and the expectation is that he will finish third. He is about 30lb wrong in the handicap but he will pick up as much money for coming last as he would if he won a £10,000 race somewhere else.

“He won a novices’ chase at the course in the spring and he is a good horse in his own right, but he is not in the league of Master Minded or Albertas Run.

“One of the others might fall, or we might, but hopefully he can pick up some decent prize money without getting a penalty or going up in the ratings.”

This year’s renewal of the Betfred Old Roan Chase is named in honour of three-time winner Monet’s Garden, who took the spoils in 2007, 2009 & 2010 and the retired chaser will parade before the big race.

Bowen will also be represented in the £19,800 Betfred 10 Best Odds In Shops Veterans’ Handicap Chase (2.55pm) by the lightly-raced Mumbles Head (11st 9lb), who was laying down a strong challenge when falling three fences out on his latest start in the Listed Summer National Handicap Chase at Uttoxeter in June, 2010.

The Pembrokeshire handler continued: “Mumbles Head is in good form. He has had quite a few injuries in his career so he hasn’t got too many miles on the clock compared to some of the other veterans in the race.

“He would have won at Uttoxeter if he didn’t fall and he has come back fine from a major injury. He is the sort of horse who could have another two or three good years if he stays in one piece.

“We entered him in the John Smith’s Grand National in 2010 and the aim is to go for the race again this season. He won’t have too many runs before then but I think that he is a very, very good horse and I think that he is well handicapped.”

A field of 10 for the three mile, one furlong contest also includes the Colin McBratney-trained Ballyholland (11st 12lb) and Atouchbetweenacara (11st 9lb), who captured a Grade Two limited handicap chase at Cheltenham for trainer Venetia Williams in 2009.

Charlie Longsdon has his stable in superb form and the Oxfordshire handler has declared Far More Serious (11st 8lb), while Santa’s Son (11st 7lb), who made the early running in this year’s John Smith’s Grand National, makes his debut for his new trainer Lucinda Russell. There is a second Irish challenger in Treacle (11st 6lb), who won well at Gowran Park last time out on October 1.

There are seven races on the day, starting at 2.25pm with the 11-runner Betfred Goals Galore Handicap Hurdle and ending with the Betfred Black Machines Maiden Hurdle (5.45pm).

In a first for Aintree, members of the public will be invited to choose the best turned out in the Betfred 10 Best Odds In Shops Veterans' Handicap Chase via Twitter.

Racegoers will be able to nominate the smartest horse in the parade ring by tweeting @AintreeInsider their pick of the paddock before the race. One lucky tweeter will be drawn at random to join the action in the parade ring and receive a £20 betting voucher plus some celebratory champagne.

Before the racing action, 16-time champion jockey A P McCoy, who rides Albertas Run in the Betfred Monet’s Garden Old Roan Chase, will be signing copies of his new autobiography, while the stars of the future will also be in action in the 2011 Charles Owen Pony Racing Finals.

Aintree hosts Matalan Freaky Family Funday on Sunday, October 23 - a day of racing with a host of free Halloween-themed entertainment for all ages.

Highlights of a six-race card include the £15,000 Pertemps Handicap Hurdle (3.10pm) and a field of 14 for the extended three-mile contest includes last season’s Welsh National victor Synchronised and recent Listed handicap chase scorer Benny Be Good.

Saint Are, successful in the Grade One John Smith’s Sefton Novices’ Hurdle at Aintree in April, faces six rivals as he bids to make a winning debut over fences in the £10,000 Matalan Novices’ Chase (2.35pm) over two and a half miles.

Takeroc, runner-up in the 2008 Grade One John Smith’s Maghull Novices’ Chase, features among the eight runners for the £17,000 Weatherbys Bloodstock Insurance Handicap Chase (for the John Parrett Memorial Trophy) (3.45pm). The first race of the day, the Matalan Introductory Juvenile Hurdle, is run at 2pm.

Away from the racing action, children can get up close to a pony and take a pony ride or groom one of the miniature Groovy Hooves ponies in the equestrian centre. There will be a host of indoor activities, including Halloween crafts and colouring, face painting and Halloween shows plus a fancy dress contest for all of the family.

Former leading amateur rider Carrie Ford, who partnered Forest Gunner to win the 2004 Fox Hunters’ Chase and finished fifth on the same horse in the 2005 John Smith’s Grand National, will be on hand to give advice and encouragement to budding young jockeys by offering rides on an Equicizer.

Aintree will unveil its new grey horse mascot on Matalan Freaky Family Funday which children will be able to give a name to.

Outside, hair-raising spooky funfair rides are guaranteed to keep anyone warm and there will also be free Halloween goody bags for the children.

GROUND

The going at Aintree is currently Good to Soft, Good in places.

Nine punters aim to land this weekend’s totescoop6 bonus fund

The nine winners of last weekend’s totescoop6 will be looking to take their total winnings to over £600,000 in tomorrow afternoon’s bonus race, which is the 'Join racingpost.com Members’ Club Handicap' (2.00 Doncaster).

Last weekend’s dividend was £54,599 and with the bonus fund currently standing at £556,699, the nine bonus hunters could considerably add to their winnings. However, should the bonus not be won, next weekend’s pot is likely to be well over £600,000.

Tomorrow’s totescoop6 sees top-quality racing from both Doncaster and Newbury with the highlight at the latter where Al Zazeem and Colombian are currently joint-favourites for the Group 3 Worthington’s Champion Shield St Simon Stakes.

“We wish the nine Scoop6 winners all the very best as they look to pick the first home in the bonus race at Doncaster but if the fund is not won this weekend, then next Saturday’s bonus pot alone will be well over £600,000,” said totepool spokesman George Primarolo.

The totejackpot is at Doncaster on Saturday whilst the totetrifecta rollover race will be the 'Join racingpost.com Members’ Club Handicap' (2.00 Doncaster).

totescoop6 races – 22/10/11

Leg 1: 2.00 Doncaster (Bonus Race)
Leg 2: 2.15 Newbury
Leg 3: 2.30 Doncaster
Leg 4: 2.45 Newbury
Leg 5: 3.15 Newbury
Leg 6: 3.45 Newbury

totescoop6 rollovers – 22/10/11

Bonus: £556,699

totejackpot Meeting – 22/10/11

Doncaster

totetrifecta/toteswinger rollover race – 22/10/11

2.20 Doncaster

MASTER MINDED HEADS CLASSY ENTRY FOR BETFRED MONET’S GARDEN OLD ROAN CHASE AT AINTREE ON SATURDAY

Star chaser Master Minded (11st 10lb) could return to Aintree for a crack at the £50,000 Grade Two Betfred Monet’s Garden Old Roan Chase, highlight of the opening day of Aintree’s first meeting of the new season, Saturday, October 22.

A total of nine horses have been entered in the two and a half-mile limited handicap chase, which is this year named in honour of three-time winner Monet’s Garden, who took the spoils in 2007, 2009 & 2010 and will parade before the big race.

Dual Champion Chase winner Master Minded won four of his five starts last season, culminating in a stunning nine-length verdict over Albertas Run (11st) in the Grade One John Smith’s Melling Chase over the same course and distance on April 8.

Owner Clive Smith revealed: “I have talked with Paul about running Master Minded at Aintree and it’s a possibility at the moment.

“We think that it will be a nice race for him and we have won it before with Kauto Star (2006), but it will depend on the going and how well the horse is.

“We are trying to avoid having him and Kauto Star running on the same day, which would happen if we went to Ascot for the Grade Two chase on the day of the Betfair Chase - Haydock looks the best option for Kauto Star and we want Ruby (Walsh) to be able to ride both horses whenever possible.

“Master Minded was very impressive when he beat Albertas Run at the course in April but he would be giving him weight this time and it’s never as straightforward as converting lengths into pounds.

“The King George VI Chase is the obvious aim for him in the first half of the season but we have just got to see how he is and whether he will definitely stay the trip. “

Master Minded’s trainer Paul Nicholls has also engaged Tataniano (10st 6lb), who triumphed in the Grade One John Smith’s Maghull Novices’ Chase at the 2010 John Smith’s Grand National Meeting, while the Jonjo O’Neill-trained Albertas Run, successful in the 2010 John Smith’s Melling Chase, could bid to avenge his reversal at Aintree in April.

Irish handler Tom Taaffe has entered Finger Onthe Pulse (10st 4lb), winner of the Galway Plate in 2010, while Nicky Richards, who sent out Monet’s Garden to his three victories, is set to be represented this year by Noble Alan (10st 4lb), a Grade Two scorer over hurdles.

Charlie Mann may be represented by Grade Three handicap chase victor Fine Parchment (10st 4lb), while the entry is completed by the Peter Bowen-trained pair of Pure Faith (10st 4lb) and Rio Gael (10st 4lb) plus Havingotascoobydo, who is not qualified to run.

Betfred Monet’s Garden Old Roan Chase Day features a quality seven-race card that also includes the £19,800 Betfred 10 Best Odds In Shops Veterans’ Handicap Chase (2.55pm) and the 13 entries feature several old favourites including the evergreen 14-year-old Mister McGoldrick and Ballyholland, who triumphed in the Galway Plate in 2009.

Aintree hosts Matalan Freaky Family Funday on Sunday, October 23 - a day of racing with a host of free Halloween-themed entertainment for all ages.

Highlights of a seven-race card include the £15,000 Pertemps Handicap Hurdle (3.10pm), which has last season’s Welsh National victor Synchronised featuring among the 28 entries, and the £17,000 Weatherbys Bloodstock Insurance Handicap Chase (for the John Parrett Memorial Trophy) (3.45pm, 15 entries).

Aintree will unveil its new grey horse mascot on Matalan Freaky Family Funday which children will be able to give a name to.

Outside, hair-raising spooky funfair rides are guaranteed to keep anyone warm and there will also be free Halloween goody bags for the children.

GROUND

The going at Aintree is currently Good, Good to Soft in places.

Andrew Tulloch, Aintree’s Clerk of the Course and Director of Racing, said today: “We had three millimetres of rain overnight and it looks like the weather will continue to be unsettled this week. We are anticipating a dry Thursday with further showers on Friday and Saturday.

“The grass is in great condition and we are looking forward to getting our season underway this weekend.”

Nine tickets land this weekend’s totescoop6

There were nine winners of this afternoon’s totescoop6 after Balthazar King recorded a three length victory in the ZETurf.com Trophy Handicap Chase at Cheltenham.

A total of 37 tickets were left in by the time the final leg came around after several fancied horses had obliged in the previous five races and not only do the nine winners each pick up £54,599.30 but they also get the chance to go for the £556,699 that is in the bonus fund next weekend.

‘Scoop6 punters found this weekend’s bet far easier than in previous weeks and the nine winners will now have a nervous few days as they prepare to have a crack at the huge bonus fund on offer next Saturday,’ said totepool spokesman George Primarolo.

A total of £498,376 was bet into this afternoon’s pool and there were 299 winners of the place fund, each of whom picks up £333.30.

totescoop6 dividends - 15/10/11

Win: £54,599.30
Place: £333.30

totescoop6 rollovers – 15/10/11

Bonus: £481,942

totescoop6 leg breakdown – 15/10/11

After Leg 1 - 2.20 Catterick:       Free Verse                    26,086
After Leg 2 - 2.25 Ascot:            Deacon Blues               9,870
After Leg 3 - 2.40 Cheltenham:   Billie Magern                 1,380
After Leg 4 - 2.55 Catterick:       Verinco                         333
After Leg 5 - 3.00 Ascot:            Dancing Rain                37
After Leg 6 - 3.50 Cheltenham:   Balthazar King               9

totescoop6 to smash through £1m barrier this weekend

The totescoop6 win and bonus funds will smash through the £1million mark this weekend as racegoers gear up for the climax of the flat racing season when Ascot host the Qipco-sponsored British Champions Day.

The win fund is expected to reach £475,000 with the rollover currently standing at £316,962 whilst anyone winning this weekend’s bet can expected a bonus pot of around £550,000 next Saturday as £481,942 is currently in that particular fund.

Tomorrow’s totescoop6 sees top-quality racing from both codes as not only are there two races from Qipco British Champions Day at Ascot but there are also two from Cheltenham’s Showcase meeting. Alongside the Cheltenham races on Channel 4 are two races live from Catterick which means all six totescoop6 races will be shown on terrestrial television.

“This weekend’s totescoop6 will smash through the million pound barrier and with an expected £475,000 in the win fund alone, the bet is certain to be popular with punters on one of the most eagerly-anticipated days in the racing calendar,” said totepool spokesman George Primarolo.

The totejackpot is at Ascot on Saturday whilst the totetrifecta rollover race will be the Qipco British Champions Sprint Stakes (2.25 Ascot).

totescoop6 races – 15/10/11

Leg 1: 2.20 Catterick
Leg 2: 2.25 Ascot
Leg 3: 2.40 Cheltenham
Leg 4: 2.55 Catterick
Leg 5: 3.00 Ascot
Leg 6: 3.50 Cheltenham

totescoop6 rollovers – 15/10/11

Win: £316,962 – estimated win fund of £475,000
Bonus: £481,942 – estimated bonus fund of £550,000

totejackpot Meeting – 15/10/11

Ascot

totetrifecta/toteswinger rollover race – 15/10/11

2.25 Ascot

Fred to give punters 10/1 if they can name Frankel’s winning distance

The entire racing world will be glued to Saturday’s Queen Elizabeth II Stakes at Ascot to see if Frankel can maintain his unbeaten record and Betfred have come up with a unique special which challenges punters to name his winning distance.

Frankel is the red-hot 1/3 favourite with Betfred to extend his perfect record to nine and Fred is offering 10/1 to any punter than can name Frankel’s exact winning distance in the race.

"Frankel has not only caught the imagination of the racing world but also the general public and I’m so confident that Henry Cecil’s colt will do the business again that I’m challenging punters to name his exact winning distance at Ascot this weekend," said Betfred boss Fred Done.

Sir Henry Cecil’s colt is a 2/1 shot with Betfred to win by under three lengths whilst it’s a 5/2 shot that he scoots home by more than four lengths.

In the betting without Frankel market, Excelebration is Betfred’s 11/8 favourite to land the Queen Elizabeth II Stakes with Immortal Verse next in the market at 15/8. Dick Turpin is an 8/1 shot and it’s 10/1 bar.

Frankel’s jockey Tom Queally has been chalked up by Betfred as the 13/8 favourite to be leading jockey on Qipco British Champions Day with Ascot specialist Frankie Dettori next in the market at 5/2.

Sir Henry Cecil is the 8/13 favourite to be top trainer on Qipco British Champions Day with Aidan O’Brien priced up at 10/3. Mohammed Al-Zarooni is next in the market at 8/1 and it’s 14/1 bar those three.

Queen Elizabeth II Stakes: Frankel Special - Betfred bet: 10/1 Name Frankel's Exact Winning Distance

Win Only - Frankel has to win otherwise all bets are losers

Queen Elizabeth II Stakes – Betfred bet: 1/3 Frankel, 11/2 Excelebration, 13/2 Immortal Verse, 25 Dick Turpin, 40 Dubawi Gold, Poet’s Voice, 50 Side Glance, 150 Bullet Train.

1/5 1-2-3

Queen Elizabeth II Stakes: Betting without Frankel – Betfred bet: 11/8 Excelebration, 15/8 Immortal Verse, 8 Dick Turpin, 11 Dubawi Gold, Poet’s Voice, 12 Side Glance, 66 Bullet Train.

¼ 1-2

Queen Elizabeth II Stakes: Frankel’s Winning Distance – Betfred bet: 2 Under 3 lengths, 7/2 Between 3 and 4 lengths inclusive, 5/2 Over 4 lengths.

Win Only

Qipco British Champions Day: Top Jockey – Betfred bet: 13/8 Tom Queally, 5/2 Frankie Dettori, 6 Ryan Moore, 13/2 Johnny Murtagh, 8 Jamie Spencer, 16 William Buick, Neil Callan, 33 Kieren Fallon, R Hills.

Win Only

Qipco British Champions Day: Top Trainer – Betfred bet: 8/13 Sir Henry Cecil, 10/3 Aidan O’Brien, 8 Mohammed Al-Zarooni, 14 John Gosden, William Haggas, 33 Robert Collet.

Win Only

Qipco British Champions Day: Number of Winning Favourites – Betfred bet: 10 None, 5/2 One, 6/4 Two, 9/4 Three Or More.

Win Only

£250,000 payout guaranteed on Friday’s totejackpot

Tomorrow evening’s totejackpot at Wolverhampton will carry a guaranteed payout of £250,000 after the bet rolled over this afternoon at Brighton.

The current rollover is £171,130 and the guaranteed pot of £250,000 is certain to create huge interest in the bet which has made headlines over the past few weeks.

New Tote owner Fred Done has been guaranteeing the totejackpot pool since the beginning of October when there was a £100,000 pot up for grabs at Ascot. The guarantees have been a big hit with punters, which in turn has generated more turnover and breathed new life into the bet.

“The £100,000 guarantees on the totejackpot have proven to be a massive hit since I introduced them so I’m giving punters an even bigger carrot in the shape of £250,000 at Wolverhampton on Friday evening,” said Betfred boss Fred Done.

Friday’s record guaranteed payout comes almost a month after the biggest ever totejackpot pool at Newmarket. The total pool of £2,921,589.27 was the biggest in the history of the bet and surpassed the largest ever pool of £2,308,852 at Haydock Park back in August of last year.

The current record totejackpot dividend came on 8th March this year when heating engineer Steve Whiteley landed £1,445,671 at Exeter having staked just £2 on the bet.

totejackpot – 13/10/11

Brighton: Not Won
Rollover: £171,130; guaranteed payout of £250,000 at Wolverhampton on Friday.

totejackpot meeting – 14/10/11

Wolverhampton

Red-hot favourite Frankel faces seven in QEII

Frankel heads the market at 1/3 with Betfred as Ascot gears up for Saturday’s Queen Elizabeth II Stakes for which a total of eight horses were confirmed at the final declaration stage.

Prix du Moulin winner Excelebration is next in the market at 5/1 with dual Group One winner Immortal Verse a 6/1 shot.

"Frankel will be everyone’s banker on the inaugural British Champions Day but he faces two huge improvers in the shape of Excelebration and Immortal Verse and this could turn out to be the biggest test that Henry Cecil’s unbeaten colt has faced so far," said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Excelebration is Betfred’s 11/8 favourite without Frankel in the Queen Elizabeth II Stakes with Immortal Verse a 15/8 shot.

There has been further support for Godolphin’s Dubai Prince following the final declarations for the Qipco Champion Stakes and Frankie Dettori’s mount is now 9/1 (from 12/1) for the ten furlong event.

Ryan Moore has been declared to ride 9/4 favourite So You Think whilst King George winner Nathaniel has also been declared for the race and is the 11/2 second-favourite.

Times Up has been backed for the Qipco British Champions Long Distance Cup and is now the 10/3 third-favourite with Betfred behind 15/8 favourite Opinion Poll and 11/4 shot Fame And Glory.

BMW Caulfield Cup – Betfred bet: 11/8 December Draw, 9/2 Lucas Cranach, 10 Mighty High, 11 Green Moon, 14 Absolutely, Southern Speed, 16 Manighar, Tullamore, 20 Drunken Sailor, 25 Hawk Island, Saptapadi, 28 Precedence, 50 Shootoff, 66 Unusual Suspect, 100 Domesky, Dream Pedlar, Macedonian, Niwot.

250 Spechenka (Res 1), 150 Lucky Eighty Eight (Res 2), 200 Anudjawun (Res 3), 100 Midnight Martini (Res 4).

¼ 1-2-3-4

Qipco British Champions Long Distance Cup – Betfred bet: 15/8 Opinion Poll, 11/4 Fame And Glory, 10/3 (from 4) Times Up, 14 Motrice, 16 Colour Vision, 20 Chiberta King, 25 Darley Sun, 33 Eternal Heart, Nehaam, 40 Polly’s Mark.

1/5 1-2-3

Qipco British Champions Sprint Stakes – Betfred bet: 11/4 Deacon Blues, 3 Moonlight Cloud, 6 Society Rock, 12 Wizz Kid, 14 Genki, 20 Ladies Are Forever, Medicean Man, Night Carnation, Royal Rock, 25 Dafeef, Hooray, Libranno, 33 Silverside, 50 Jimmy Styles, Perfect Tribute, Prime Defender.

¼ 1-2-3

Qipco British Champions Fillies’ And Mares – Betfred bet: 3 Ferdoos, Vita Nova, 9/2 Dancing Rain, 7 Crystal Capella, 8 Banimpire, Meeznah, 10 Gertrude Bell, 16 Bible Belt, 50 Cill Rialaig, 100 Boliva, Brushing.

1/5 1-2-3

Queen Elizabeth II Stakes – Betfred bet: 1/3 Frankel, 5 Excelebration, 11/2 Immortal Verse, 20 Dick Turpin, 33 Dubawi Gold, 40 Poet’s Voice, Side Glance, 100 Bullet Train.

1/5 1-2-3

Queen Elizabeth II Stakes: Betting without Frankel – Betfred bet: 11/8 Excelebration, 15/8 Immortal Verse, 8 Dick Turpin, 10 Dubawi Gold, 12 Poet’s Voice, Side Glance, 50 Bullet Train.

¼ 1-2

Qipco Champion Stakes – Betfred bet: 9/4 So You Think, 11/2 Nathaniel, 13/2 Midday, 8 Cirrus Des Aigles, Snow Fairy, Twice Over, 9 (from 12) Dubai Prince, 14 Green Destiny, 25 Casamento, Wigmore Hall, 66 Sri Putra, Ransom Note.

¼ 1-2-3

Melbourne Cup – Betfred bet: 10 Americain, December Draw, Lucas Cranach, 12 Midas Touch, 14 Lion Tamer, 16 At First Sight, Descarado, 20 Absolutely, Jukebox Jury, 25 Drunken Sailor, Fox Hunt, Glass Harmonium, Modun, My Kingdom Of Fife, Precedence, Shamrocker, 33 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

William Hill King George VI – Betfred bet: Evs Long Run, 9/2 Master Minded, 7 Captain Chris, 10 Riverside Theatre, 14 Wishfull Thinking, 16 Noble Prince, 20 Bostons Angel, Diamond Harry, Time For Rupert, 25 Nacarat.

¼ 1-2-3

Irish Independent Arkle Chase – Betfred bet: 6 Peddlers Cross, 8 Sprinter Sacre, 10 Menorah, 12 Al Ferof, Cue Card, 16 Spirit Son, 20 Salden Licht, Sam Winner.

¼ 1-2-3

Stan James Champion Hurdle – Betfred bet: 7/4 Hurricane Fly, 10 Al Ferof, Binocular, Peddlers Cross, Spirit Son, 12 Zarkandar, 14 Oscar Whisky, Thousand Stars, 16 Grandouet, Menorah, 20 Oscars Well, Sprinter Sacre, 25 Cue Card, The Real Article, 33 Mille Chief.

¼ 1-2-3

Sportingbet Queen Mother Champion Chase – Betfred bet: 5 Sizing Europe, 13/2 Big Zeb, 8 Finian’s Rainbow, 9 Captain Chris, 10 Master Minded, 16 Realt Dubh, 18 Ghizao, 25 Captain Cee Bee, 33 Golden Silver.

¼ 1-2-3

RSA Chase – Betfred bet: 7 Grand Crus, 10 Bobs Worth, First Lieutenant, 16 Sam Winner, 20 Mossley, Silviniaco Conti, 25 Back In Focus, Tornado Bob.

¼ 1-2-3

Ryanair Chase – Betfred bet: 6 Master Minded, Noble Prince, 8 Riverside Theatre, 10 Albertas Run, 12 Poquelin, Wishfull Thinking, 14 Captain Chris, Kalahari King, Sizing Europe, 16 Mon Parrain.

¼ 1-2-3

Ladbrokes World Hurdle – Betfred bet: 4/5 Big Buck’s, 7 Grands Crus, 8 Oscar Whisky, Thousand Stars, 10 Bobs Worth, 14 Mourad, 25 First Lieutenant, Fiveforthree, Solwhit, 33 Rock On Ruby.

¼ 1-2-3

Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup – sponsors bet: 5/2 Long Run, 14 Time For Rupert, 16 Captain Chris, Diamond Harry, Weapons Amnesty, 20 Denman, Quito de la Roque, 25 Mon Parrain.

¼ 1-2-3

John Smith’s Grand National – Betfred bet: 16 Ballabriggs, 20 Beshabar, Oscar Time, 25 Chicago Grey, Don’t Push It, Junior, Killyglen, The Midnight Club, West End Rocker, 33 Always Waining, Baby Run, Backstage, Becauseicouldntsee, Gentle Ranger, Midnight Chase, Niche Market, Our Monty, Poker de Sivola, Quinz, Silver By Nature, State Of Play, What A Friend, 40 Big Fella Thanks, The Minack.

¼ 1-2-3-4

QIPCO 2000 Guineas – Betfred bet: 5 Dabarisim, 8 Harbour Watch, 10 Born To Sea, 12 Power, 16 Parish Hall, Sofast, Top Offer, 20 Most Improved, Noble Mission, 25 Daddy Longlegs, Ektihaam, Lilbourne Lad, Nephrite, 33 Choir, Samminder, Zip Top.

¼ 1-2-3

QIPCO 1000 Guineas – Betfred bet: 3 Maybe, 8 Discourse, 9 La Collina, 10 Wading, 12 Lyric Of Light, 14 Elusive Kate, 16 Lightening Pearl, 20 Firdaws, 25 Angels Will Fall, Samitar, 33 Fallen For You, Fire Lily, Gamilati, Inetrobil, Sajwah, Shumoos, Sunday Times, 40 Miss Work Of Art, 50 Nemushkr, Questing.

¼ 1-2-3

Investec Oaks – Betfred bet: 8 Maybe, 20 Was.

¼ 1-2-3

Investec Derby – Betfred bet: 16 Akeed Mofeed, Born To Sea, Camelot, Fencing, 20 Apollo, David Livingston, Imperial Monarch, 25 Top Offer, 33 Harvard N Yale, 40 El Greco.

¼ 1-2-3

BETFRED OLD ROAN CHASE AT AINTREE TO BE NAMED IN HONOUR OF MONET’S GARDEN

Aintree Racecourse is delighted to announce that this year’s £50,000 Grade Two Betfred Old Roan Chase, one of the highlights of the first part of the jump season, will be named in honour of retired racehorse Monet’s Garden.

One of the most popular chasers of recent times, Monet’s Garden etched his name into Aintree folklore with three sensational victories in the two and a half mile Old Roan Chase, a limited handicap chase, which this year takes place at Aintree on Saturday, October 22.

The gallant grey, trained by Nicky Richards and owned by David Wesley Yates, beat dual Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup victor Kauto Star in 2007 and produced a superb round of jumping to take the spoils again two years later.

Monet’s Garden treated his fans once again in 2010 with another faultless display as he made every yard of the running to gamely beat Poquelin by half a length. That proved to be his final racecourse appearance as the horse battled against a life-threatening hoof infection shortly afterwards.

Following months of rehabilitation at Oaklands Veterinary Centre in Yarm, North Yorkshire, and at Richards’ Cumbrian stables, the 13-year-old has made a full recovery and is set to parade at Aintree ahead of the Betfred Monet’s Garden Old Roan Chase.

In an illustrious career, he won 17 times from 32 starts and finished out of the first four on only seven occasions.

Richards commented: “I am delighted that the Old Roan Chase will be run in honour of Monet’s Garden. It’s great news for myself, David, my daughter Joey and the old horse himself.

“He looks grand at the moment and hopefully he will head to Aintree to parade in front of the crowds. It’s been well documented how close we came to losing the old boy last winter but he’s full of beans now

“The response that we have received since Monet’s Garden got injured has been tremendous. It’s quietened off a little bit now but we still get cards in the post most weeks. Every time I go racing, people from all walks of life come up to me and ask about him, which is fantastic.

“All three of his wins in the Old Roan Chase were very special and he beat some very high-class horses. It was always a track that seemed to suit him and we had some fantastic days at Aintree.

“It was made all the more special because David lives just down the road from the course. The Aintree racegoers really took the horse to their hearts and he always received a great reception in the winner’s enclosure. You could really see the love they had for him.”

While his former stable star is enjoying a deserved retirement at Richards’ Greystoke yard, the handler is aiming to be represented in this season’s Betfred Monet’s Garden Old Roan Chase by another grey, Noble Alan. The eight-year-old was laying down a strong challenge in a Listed Handicap Chase at Market Rasen on September 24 but unseated Brian Harding at the penultimate fence.

“The plan is for Noble Alan to run in the race this year, providing the ground is decent.

“He was travelling very well before he unseated Brian Harding but Aintree will no doubt be a stronger race for him. We will go there, take our chance with him and hopefully he can run very well.”

Betfred Monet’s Garden Old Roan Chase Day features a quality seven-race card that also includes the £19,800 Betfred 10 Best Odds In Shops Veterans’ Handicap Chase (2.55pm), and the £12,000 Betfred Goals Galore Handicap Hurdle, which gets the action started at 2.25pm.

Aintree hosts Matalan Freaky Family Funday on Sunday, October 23 - a day of racing with a host of free Halloween-themed entertainment for all ages. Highlights of a seven-race card include the £15,000 Pertemps Handicap Hurdle (3.10pm) and the £17,000 Weatherbys Bloodstock Insurance Handicap Chase (for the John Parrett Memorial Trophy) (3.45pm).

Aintree will unveil its new grey horse mascot on Matalan Freaky Family Funday which children will be able to give a name to.

Outside, hair-raising spooky funfair rides are guaranteed to keep anyone warm and there will also be free Halloween goody bags for the children.

For further information, please contact Emma Owen, Aintree's Marketing and PR Manager, on 0151 522 2906 or 07917 266511 or e-mail emma.owen@thejockeyclub.co.uk

So You Think heads market for Champion Stakes

So You Think is the 2/1 favourite with Betfred for Saturday’s Qipco Champion Stakes at Ascot after a total of 17 horses were left in the Group One contest at the latest declaration stage.

King George winner Nathaniel is next in the market at 4/1 with the quartet of Await The Dawn, Cirrus Des Aigles, Midday and Twice Over all on 7/1.

"Whereas Frankel will go into the Queen Elizabeth II Stakes as the red-hot favourite, the Champion Stakes is a lot more competitive and looks certain to be the biggest betting heat of the day should both So You Think and Nathaniel take each other on," said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Frankel remains the 1/3 favourite for the Queen Elizabeth II Stakes following the latest declaration stage as he bids to extend his unbeaten record.

Opinion Poll has been cut at the head of the market for the Qipco British Champions Long Distance Cup and is now a 15/8 shot (from 5/2) with Betfred. Ascot Gold Cup winner Fame and Glory is next at 5/2 with Times Up a 4/1 chance.

Johnny Murtagh has been booked to ride Deacon Blues in the Qipco British Champions Sprint Stakes on Saturday and James Fanshawe’s colt is now the 5/2 favourite (from 3/1) with Betfred.

Qipco British Champions Long Distance Cup – Betfred bet: 15/8 (from 5/2) Opinion Poll, 5/2 Fame And Glory, 4 Times Up, 10 Meeznah, 16 Cavalryman, Motrice, 20 Colour Vision, 25 Chiberta King, Darley Sun, 33 Eternal Heart, Nehaam, 40 Polly’s Mark, 100 Regent Street.

1/5 1-2-3

Qipco British Champions Sprint Stakes – Betfred bet: 5/2 (from 3) Deacon Blues, 3 Moonlight Cloud, 6 Bated Breath, 9 Society Rock, 14 Genki, Wizz Kid, 20 Ladies Are Forever, Night Carnation, 25 Libranno, Medicean Man, Royal Rock, 33 Dafeef, Hooray, Silverside, 40 Total Gallery, 50 Perfect Tribute, Prime Defender, Jimmy Styles.

¼ 1-2-3

Qipco British Champions Fillies’ And Mares – Betfred bet: 5/2 Vita Nova, 4 Ferdoos, 11/2 Dancing Rain, 7 Crystal Capella, 8 Banimpire, Meeznah, 9 Gertrude Bell, 16 Sea Heartbreak, 20 Bible Belt, 25 Miss Crissy, 50 Ceilidh House, Cill Rialaig, 66 Brushing, 100 Boliva.

1/5 1-2-3

Queen Elizabeth II Stakes – Betfred bet: 1/3 Frankel, 5 Immortal Verse, 11/2 Excelebration, 20 Dick Turpin, 25 Cityscape, 33 Dubawi Gold, Rio de la Plata, 40 Poet’s Voice, Side Glance, 100 Bullet Train.

1/5 1-2-3

Qipco Champion Stakes – Betfred bet: 2 So You Think, 4 Nathaniel, 7 Await The Dawn, Cirrus Des Aigles, Midday, Twice Over, 8 Snow Fairy, 12 Dubai Prince, Reliable Man, 14 Green Destiny, 20 Wigmore Hall, 25 Casamento, 40 Banimpire, Poet’s Voice, 50 Sri Putra, 66 Ransom Note.

¼ 1-2-3

¼ 1-2-3-4

Irish Independent Arkle Chase – Betfred bet: 6 Peddlers Cross, 8 Sprinter Sacre, 10 Menorah, 12 Al Ferof, 16 Cue Card, Spirit Son, 20 Salden Licht, Sam Winner.

¼ 1-2-3

Sportingbet Queen Mother Champion Chase – Betfred bet: 5 Sizing Europe, 13/2 Big Zeb, 8 Finian’s Rainbow, 9 Captain Chris, 10 Master Minded, 16 Realt Dubh, 20 Ghizao, 25 Captain Cee Bee, 33 Golden Silver.

¼ 1-2-3

RSA Chase – Betfred bet: 7 Grand Crus, 10 Bobs Worth, First Lieutenant, 16 Sam Winner, 20 Mossley, Silviniaco Conti, 25 Back In Focus, Tornado Bob.

¼ 1-2-3

Ryanair Chase – Betfred bet: 6 Master Minded, Noble Prince, 8 Riverside Theatre, 10 Albertas Run, 12 Poquelin, Wishfull Thinking, 14 Captain Chris, Kalahari King, Sizing Europe, 16 Mon Parrain.

¼ 1-2-3

Ladbrokes World Hurdle – Betfred bet: 4/5 Big Buck’s, 7 Grands Crus, 8 Oscar Whisky, Thousand Stars, 10 Bobs Worth, 14 Mourad, 25 First Lieutenant, Fiveforthree, Solwhit, 33 Rock On Ruby.

¼ 1-2-3

Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup – sponsors bet: 5/2 Long Run, 14 Time For Rupert, 16 Captain Chris, Diamond Harry, Weapons Amnesty, 20 Denman, Quito de la Roque, 25 Mon Parrain.

¼ 1-2-3

Investec Oaks – Betfred bet: 8 Maybe, 20 Was.

¼ 1-2-3

Investec Derby – Betfred bet: 16 Akeed Mofeed, Born To Sea, Camelot, Fencing, 20 Apollo, David Livingston, Imperial Monarch, 25 Top Offer, 33 Harvard N Yale, 40 El Greco.

¼ 1-2-3

Five horses head the market for Betfred Cesarewitch after final declarations

The sponsors cannot split five horses at the head of the market for Saturday’s Betfred Cesarewitch after the final declaration stage and Beyond, Keys, Sentry Duty, Tuscan Gold and Veiled are all the 11/1 co-favourites of five.

Both Beyond and Sentry Duty have been well-backed in recent days with the former now 11/1 (from 16/1) and the latter 11/1 (from 14/1). Both horses have also landed plum draws in stalls three and one respectively.

"We’re really struggling to find an outright favourite for the Cesarewitch and whilst Tuscan Gold and Keys have been at the head of the market since the ante-post book opened, the momentum is clearly with the likes of Beyond and Sentry Duty who have been really well-backed over the past few days," said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

A field of nine has been declared for Saturday’s Dubai Dewhurst Stakes at Newmarket and Betfred make Bronterre and Power the 3/1 joint-favourites. Impressive Doncaster winner Ektihaam has shortened slightly in the market to 7/2 (from 4/1) and it’s 7/1 bar that trio.

Dubai Dewhurst Stakes – Betfred bet: 3 Bronterre, Power, 7/2 (from 4) Ektihaam, 7 Most Improved, Spiritual Star, 14 Parish Hall, 16 Red Duke, 20 Trumpet Major, 33 Factory Time.

1/5 1-2-3

Betfred Cesarewitch – sponsors bet: 11 Beyond, Keys, Sentry Duty, Tuscan Gold, Veiled, 14 Cosimo De Medici, Mount Athos, Rainforest Magic, 16 Buy Back Bob, Colour Vision, 20 Ermyn Lodge, 25 Ashbrittle, Bernie The Bolt, Big Occasion, Bow To No One, Dazinski, Kazbow, Mystery Star, Palomar, Tasheba, 33 Becausewecan, Bowdler’s Magic, Braveheart Move, Gifted Leader, Never Can Tell, Red Anthem, Regal Park, 40 La Estrella, My Arch, 50 Dayia, Phoenix Flight, 66 Right Stuff, 100 L Frank Baum.

40 Trovare (Res 1), 50 Valid Reason (Res 2)

¼ 1-2-3-4-5

Qipco British Champions Long Distance Cup – Betfred bet: 5/2 Opinion Poll, 4 Fame And Glory, 11/2 Times Up, 7 Fox Hunt, 12 Lost In The Moment, Meeznah, 20 Blue Bajan, Cavalryman, Harris Tweed, Motrice, 25 Ivory Land, 33 Chiberta King, Darley Sun, Tactician, Tastahil, Thimaar, 40 Aaim To Prosper, Colour Vision, 50 Elyaadi, Eternal Heart, Nehaam, Polly’s Mark, 66 Regent Street.

¼ 1-2-3

Qipco British Champions Sprint Stakes – Betfred bet: 3 Deacon Blues, 4 Moonlight Cloud, 7 Bated Breath, Hoof It, 11 Society Rock, 16 Bewitched, Wizz Kid, 20 Delegator, Genki, 25 Hitchens, Ladies Are Forever, Monsieur Chevalier, Sole Power, 33 Amico Fritz, Elzaam, Firebeam, Hooray, Libranno, Medicean Man, Night Carnation, Royal Rock, Silverside, 40 Total Gallery, 50 Dafeef, Empowering, Hawkeyethenoo, Katla, Perfect Tribute, Prime Defender, Waffle, 66 Jimmy Styles.

¼ 1-2-3

Queen Elizabeth II Stakes – Betfred bet: 1/3 Frankel, 5 Immortal Verse, 11/2 Excelebration, 20 Cityscape, Dick Turpin, Zoffany, 33 Dubawi Gold, Poets Voice, Rio de la Plata, Side Glance, 100 Bullet Train.

1/5 1-2-3

Melbourne Cup – Betfred bet: 9 Lion Tamer, 10 December Draw, 12 Lucas Cranach, Midas Touch, 16 Americain, At First Sight, 20 Absolutely, 25 Drunken Sailor, Fox Hunt, Glass Harmonium, Illo, Jukebox Jury, Lost In The Moment, Modun, My Kingdom Of Fife, Precedence, Shamrocker, 33 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Irish Independent Arkle Chase – Betfred bet: 6 Peddlers Cross, 8 Sprinter Sacre, 10 Menorah, 12 Al Ferof, 16 Cue Card, Spirit Son, 20 Salden Licht, Sam Winner.

¼ 1-2-3

RSA Chase – Betfred bet: 7 Grand Crus, 10 Bobs Worth, First Lieutenant, 16 Sam Winner, 20 Mossley, Silviniaco Conti, 25 Back In Focus, Tornado Bob.

¼ 1-2-3

Ryanair Chase – Betfred bet: 6 Master Minded, Noble Prince, 8 Riverside Theatre, 10 Albertas Run, 12 Poquelin, Wishfull Thinking, 14 Captain Chris, Kalahari King, Sizing Europe, 16 Mon Parrain.

¼ 1-2-3

Ladbrokes World Hurdle – Betfred bet: 4/5 Big Buck’s, 7 Grands Crus, 8 Oscar Whisky, Thousand Stars, 10 Bobs Worth, 14 Mourad, 25 First Lieutenant, Fiveforthree, Solwhit, 33 Rock On Ruby.

¼ 1-2-3

Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup – sponsors bet: 5/2 Long Run, 14 Time For Rupert, 16 Captain Chris, Diamond Harry, Weapons Amnesty, 20 Denman, Quito de la Roque, 25 Mon Parrain.

¼ 1-2-3

QIPCO 2000 Guineas – Betfred bet: 7 Dabarisim, 8 Harbour Watch, 10 Born To Sea, Power, 16 Ektihaam, Sofast, Top Offer, 20 Noble Mission, 25 Lilbourne Lad, Nephrite, 33 Choir, Samminder, Zip Top, 40 Parish Hall.

¼ 1-2-3

QIPCO 1000 Guineas – Betfred bet: 3 Maybe, 8 Discourse, 9 La Collina, 12 Lyric Of Light, 14 Elusive Kate, 16 Lightening Pearl, 20 Firdaws, 25 Samitar,Angels Will Fall, 33 Fallen For You, Fire Lily, Gamilati, Inetrobil, Sajwah, Shumoos, 40 Miss Work Of Art, 50 Questing, Nemushkr.

¼ 1-2-3

Investec Oaks – Betfred bet: 8 Maybe, 20 Was.

¼ 1-2-3

Investec Derby – Betfred bet: 16 Akeed Mofeed, Born To Sea, Camelot, Fencing, 20 Apollo, David Livingston, Imperial Monarch, 25 Top Offer, 33 Harvard N Yale, 40 El Greco.

¼ 1-2-3

Investec Derby – Betfred bet: 16 Akeed Mofeed, Born To Sea, Camelot, Fencing, 20 Apollo, David Livingston, Imperial Monarch, 25 Top Offer, 33 Harvard N Yale, 40 El Greco.

¼ 1-2-3

Power installed as 3/1 favourite for Dewhurst

Power has been installed as the 3/1 favourite by Betfred for Saturday’s Dubai Dewhurst Stakes at Newmarket after a total of 16 horses were left in the race at Monday’s declaration stage.

Richard Hannon’s unbeaten Bronterre is next in the market at 7/2 with impressive Doncaster winner Ektihaam a 4/1 shot.

"Power goes into Saturday’s Dewhurst with the best form in the book but there are a whole host of unexposed juveniles entered and the winner will surely go into the winter as one of the favourites for next year’s 2000 Guineas," said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Looking ahead to Saturday’s Betfred Cesarewitch on the same card, Sentry Duty has been popular with punters and has been cut to 12/1 (from 16/1) by the sponsors.

Dubai Dewhurst Stakes – Betfred bet: 3 Power, 7/2 Bronterre, 4 Ektihaam, 6 Fencing, 7 Spiritual Star, 8 Most Improved, 12 David Livingston, 16 Daddy Long Legs, Parish Hall, Red Duke, 20 Nephrite, Reply, Tibet, Trumpet Major, 25 Rebellious Guest, 40 Factory Time.

1/5 1-2-3

Betfred Cesarewitch – sponsors bet: 10 Keys, Tuscan Gold, Veiled, 12 (from 16) Sentry Duty, Cosimo De Medici, Rainforest Magic, 14 Mount Athos, 16 Beyond, Big Occasion, Buy Back Bob, Colour Vision, 20 Abergavenny, Dazinski, Ermyn Lodge, Kazbow, Mystery Star, Pateese, Regent Street, 25 Ajaan, Ashbrittle, Becausewecan, Bernie The Bolt, Bow To No One, Bowdlers Magic, Braveheart Move, Gifted Leader, Hawk Mountain, Never Can Tell, Palomar, Tasheba, 33 Alcalde, Blimey O’Riley, Dayia, English Summer, Eshtyaaq, French Hollow, Gordonsville, La Estrella, My Arch, Phoenix Flight, Regal Park, Wayward Glance, 40 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4-5

Irish Independent Arkle Chase – Betfred bet: 6 Peddlers Cross, 8 Sprinter Sacre, 10 Menorah, 12 Al Ferof, 16 Cue Card, Spirit Son, 20 Salden Licht, Sam Winner.

¼ 1-2-3

RSA Chase – Betfred bet: 7 Grand Crus, 10 Bobs Worth, First Lieutenant, 16 Sam Winner, 20 Mossley, Silviniaco Conti, 25 Back In Focus, Tornado Bob.

¼ 1-2-3

Ryanair Chase – Betfred bet: 6 Master Minded, Noble Prince, 8 Riverside Theatre, 10 Albertas Run, 12 Poquelin, Wishfull Thinking, 14 Captain Chris, Kalahari King, Sizing Europe, 16 Mon Parrain.

¼ 1-2-3

Ladbrokes World Hurdle – Betfred bet: 4/5 Big Buck’s, 7 Grands Crus, 8 Oscar Whisky, Thousand Stars, 10 Bobs Worth, 14 Mourad, 25 First Lieutenant, Fiveforthree, Solwhit, 33 Rock On Ruby.

¼ 1-2-3

Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup – sponsors bet: 5/2 Long Run, 14 Time For Rupert, 16 Captain Chris, Diamond Harry, Weapons Amnesty, 20 Denman, Quito de la Roque, 25 Mon Parrain.

¼ 1-2-3

QIPCO 1000 Guineas – Betfred bet: 3 Maybe, 8 Discourse, 9 La Collina, 12 Lyric Of Light, 14 Elusive Kate, 16 Lightening Pearl, 20 Firdaws, 25 Samitar, Angels Will Fall, 33 Fallen For You, Fire Lily, Gamilati, Inetrobil, Sajwah, Shumoos, 40 Miss Work Of Art, 50 Questing, Nemushkr.

¼ 1-2-3

Investec Oaks – Betfred bet: 8 Maybe, 20 Was.

¼ 1-2-3

Investec Derby – Betfred bet: 16 Akeed Mofeed, Born To Sea, Camelot, Fencing, 20 Apollo, David Livingston, Imperial Monarch, 25 Top Offer, 33 Harvard N Yale, 40 El Greco.

¼ 1-2-3

Masked Marvel added to Arc betting at 14/1

Masked Marvel has been introduced into the betting at 14/1 for the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe by Betfred after trainer John Gosden hinted that the St Leger winner may be entered for the race at Thursday’s supplementary stage.

Nathaniel has been ruled out of the race by Gosden after the ground was deemed to be too quick for the King George winner but his trainer is seriously considering adding Bjorn Nielsen’s colt at the cost of 100,000 euros.

"Masked Marvel would be an extremely interesting runner in the Arc if he's supplemented and punters will be acutely aware that John Gosden got it spot-on when shelling out to add Nathaniel to the King George field back in July," said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Sarafina remains the 11/4 favourite with Betfred for the Longchamp showpiece.

Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe – Betfred bet: 11/4 Sarafina, 9/2 So You Think, 5 Workforce, 7 Galikova, 10 Meandre, Reliable Man, 11 Snow Fairy, 12 Hiruno d’Amour, 14 Masked Marvel, 25 Nakayama Festa, Testosterone, 33 St Nicholas Abbey, Treasure Beach, 40 Shareta, Silver Pond, 50 Seville.

¼ 1-2-3

Sarafina shortens at head of market as five horses taken out of Arc field

A total of 14 horses remain in Sunday’s Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe at Longchamp and Sarafina has shortened further at the head of the market to 11/4 (from 3/1) with Betfred.

Five were taken out of the race this morning but tomorrow’s supplementary stage means more horses could be added. Aidan O’Brien has taken out both Regent Street and Wonder Of Wonders whilst Godolphin have scratched Casamento from the race. Arctic Cosmos and Giant Step are the other two horses to have been withdrawn.

Both Meandre and Danedream are expected to be added to the field on Thursday and the former is a 10/1 shot with Betfred. Snow Fairy continues to shorten in the market at her price has almost halved since Monday. She is now an 11/1 shot (from 12/1) with Betfred.

“Both Snow Fairy and Sarafina have been the only two horses that punters have been interested in since Monday and if money talks, then it looks like it’ll be the fairer sex that comes out on top in Paris on Sunday” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Looking ahead to the Betfred Cesarewitch at Newmarket in just over a week’s time, Veiled is now the 10/1 co-favourite of three (from 11/1) following the latest confirmation stage in which 19 horses have been scratched from the 2m2f marathon.

Keys remains the 10/1 co-favourite alongside both Veiled and Tuscan Gold despite reservations from trainer Roger Charlton that the horse may miss the race after an unsatisfactory scope yesterday.

“Cosimo De Medici has been the big mover for the Betfred Cesarewitch having proven he stays the trip when winning the trial at Newmarket a couple of weeks ago and Hughie Morrison’s gelding could be a big threat off a low weight” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe – Betfred bet: 11/4 (from 3) Sarafina, 9/2 So You Think, 5 Workforce, 7 Galikova, 10 Meandre, Reliable Man, 11 (from 12) Snow Fairy, 12 Hiruno d’Amour, 25 Nakayama Festa, Testosterone, 33 St Nicholas Abbey, Treasure Beach, 40 Shareta, Silver Pond, 50 Seville.

¼ 1-2-3

Betfred Cesarewitch – sponsors bet: 10 (from 11) Veiled, Keys, Tuscan Gold, 12 Cosimo De Medici, Rainforest Magic, 14 Mount Athos, Ocean’s Minstrel, 16 Beyond, Big Occasion, Buy Back Bob, Colour Vision, 20 Aaim To Prosper, Dazinski, Ermyn Lodge, Kazbow, La Vecchia Scuola, Mystery Star, Pateese, Regent Street, 25 Ajaan, Ashbrittle, Becausewecan, Bernie The Bolt, Bow To No One, Diamond Boy, Gifted Leader, Hawk Mountain, Never Can Tell, Palomar, Sentry Duty, Tasheba, 33 Abergavenny, Alcalde, Blimey O’Riley, Dayia, English Summer, Eshtyaaq, French Hollow, Gordonsville, La Estrella, My Arch, Phoenix Flight, Regal Park, Rosewin, Wayward Glance, 40 Advisor, Braveheart Move, Halifax, Hawaafez, Spiekeroog, Trovare, Wells Lyrical, 50 Forrest Flyer, Jonny Delta, L Frank Baum, Magicalmysterytour, Montparnasse, Neptune Equester, Petella, Red Anthem, Right Stuff, Rosewood Lad, Sea Change, Soprano, Valid Reason, 66 Blackmore, Cotton King, Dark Ranger, Gogeo, Mohanad, Sancho Panza, Secret Tune.

¼ 1-2-3-4-5

Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup – sponsors bet: 5/2 Long Run, 14 Time For Rupert, 16 Captain Chris, Diamond Harry, Weapons Amnesty, 20 Denman, Quito de la Roque, 25 Mon Parrain.

¼ 1-2-3

QIPCO 2000 Guineas – Betfred bet: 7 Harbour Watch, 10 Born To Sea, Dabirsim, Power, 16 Ektihaam, Top Offer, 20 Noble Mission, 25 Lilbourne Lad, 33 Choir, Samminder, Zip Top, 40 Parish Hall.

¼ 1-2-3

QIPCO 1000 Guineas – Betfred bet: 3 Maybe, 8 Discourse, 9 La Collina, 12 Lyric Of Light, 16 Best Terms, 20 Firdaws, 25 Samitar, Angels Will Fall, 33 Fallen For You, Fire Lily, Gamilati, Inetrobil, Sajwah, Shumoos, 40 Miss Work Of Art, 50 Questing, Nemushkr.

¼ 1-2-3

Investec Oaks – Betfred bet: 8 Maybe, 20 Was.

¼ 1-2-3

Investec Derby – Betfred bet: 16 Born To Sea, Camelot, Fencing, 20 Apollo, 25 David Livingston, Top Offer, 33 Harvard N Yale.

¼ 1-2-3

totejackpot set to hit record £2.5million at Newmarket

Friday’s totejackpot is set to hit a record £2.5million after punters failed to land the bet for the ninth successive day, leaving a rollover of £1,262,152 which is carried forward to tomorrow’s meeting at Newmarket.

Only a single ticket remained after the fourth leg but the punter managed to get through to the last leg after Times Up won the Jockey Club Rose Bowl in impressive fashion from Chiberta King.

The one remaining unit then went on to Swiss Dream in the final leg but the race proved to be agonising viewing as Nicky Mackay’s mount couldn’t quite get to long time leader La Fortunata to deny the punter a payout of £896,127.

The rollover of £1,262,152 is the biggest in the history of the bet and tomorrow’s total pool is expected to surpass the largest ever pool of £2,308,852 at Haydock Park back in August of last year.

“The totejackpot at Newmarket looks set to smash all records on Friday and hopefully a punter will win a life changing amount and become an instant millionaire,” said Betfred boss Fred Done who recently became the new owner of the Totepool.

The current record totejackpot dividend came on 8th March this year when heating engineer Steve Whiteley landed £1,445,671 at Exeter having staked just £2 on the bet.

The totejackpot was last won at Yarmouth on Tuesday 13th September and the bet itself was first launched at Royal Ascot back in 1966.

totejackpot – Top Ten Dividends

Exeter (8th March 2011) £1,445,671.20
Aintree (4th April 2008) £510,955.60
Newmarket (3rd October 2003) £494,880.00
Pontefract (9th June 2008) £442,863.41
Kempton (2nd September 2006) £380,240.50
Newbury (21st Jun 2011) £362,765.00
Doncaster (24th October 1998) £362,203.80
Nottingham (23rd June 1997) £357,519.10
Uttoxeter (18th March 1995) £347,415.50
Ascot (21st June 1997) £335,618.20

totejackpot – Top Ten Rollovers

Newmarket (23rd September 2011) £1,262,152.00
Exeter (22nd March 1995) £1,127,824.07
Exeter (8th March 2011) £989,008.00
Haydock Park (5th August 2010) £981,875.00
Carlisle (18th March 2007) £931,416.00
Newmarket (10th July 2008) £868,754.00
Hereford (20th March 2006) £807,468.51
Nottingham (23rd April 2008) £754,187.00
Newbury (21st June 2011) £624,866.00
Brighton (9th August 2000) £621,255.64

totejackpot – Top Ten Pools

Haydock Park (5th August 2010) £2,308.852.00
Exeter (22nd March 1995) £2,050,651.58
Exeter (8th March 2011) £2,035,538.00
Carlisle (18th March 2007) £1,841,587.00
Newmarket (10th July 2008) £1,695,092.00
Nottingham (23rd April 2008) £1,645,295.50
Newton Abbot (21st March 2010) £1,578.888.50
Hereford (20th March 2006) £1,501,478.01
Brighton (9th August 2000) £1,367,580.89
Newton Abbot (20 March 2011) £1,360,852.00

totejackpot – Top Ten Turnover Days

Haydock Park (5th August 2010) £1,326,977.00
Exeter (8th March 2011) £1,046,530.00
Newton Abbot (21st March 2010) £984,469.50
Exeter (22nd March 1995) £922,827.51
Carlisle (18th March 2007) £910,171.00
Nottingham (23rd April 2008) £891,108.50
Newton Abbot (20th March 2011) £848,530.00
Newmarket (10th July 2008) £826,338.00
Brighton (9th August 2000) £746,325.25
Newmarket (22nd September 2011) £711,298.50

Ante-post favourite Dare To Dance scrapes into Cambridgeshire field

Ante-post favourite Dare To Dance heads the market at 7/1 with the sponsors for the Betfred Cambridgeshire after Jeremy Noseda’s colt scraped into the 35-strong field at the final declaration stage.

The three-year-old ended up being the 33rd name on the list and is attempting to be the first of his age group to win the prestigious nine furlong handicap since Pipedreamer landed the race for John Gosden back in 2007.

16/1 shot Arlequin heads the weights but it is Questioning who is next in the market at 9/1 having been well-backed this week. Cry Fury is a 10/1 shot whilst Godolphin will be looking to continue their rich vein of form with Man Of Action who won impressively at Doncaster recently.

“Ante-post punters will be breathing a sigh of relief after the well-backed Cambridgeshire favourite Dare To Dance scraped into the field though there is a chance he may not go off as jolly as there has been plenty of support for Questioning over the past few days,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Sponsors Betfred are offering a bonus of £100,000 this year to any stable which provides the winner of both the Betfred Cambridgeshire and Betfred Cesarewitch. The bonus will be split two ways with £50,000 going to the winning trainer and £50,000 split amongst the stable staff in the yard. Roger Charlton will surely be eyeing this bonus as he has 10/1 shot Cry Fury in the Cambridgeshire and 10/1 joint-favourite Keys in the Cesarewitch.

Looking ahead to tomorrow’s meeting at Newmarket, Fallen For You has been all the rage for the Shadwell Fillies’ Mile and is now a 2/1 shot (from 5/2) with Betfred. Consequently, Lyric Of Light has been eased slightly at the head of the market to 7/4 (from 6/4).

Shadwell Fillies’ Mile – Betfred bet: 7/4 Lyric Of Light, 2 (from 5/2) Fallen For You, 5 Firdaws, 8 Albamara, 10 Samitar, 20 Devotion, 40 Semayyel, 50 Salford Art.

1/5 1-2-3

Kingdom Of Bahrain Sun Chariot Stakes – Betfred bet: 2 Sahpresa, 11/4 Alanza, 5 Timepiece, 8 Together, 9 Chachamaidee, 11 I’m A Dreamer, 20 Music Show, 25 Strawberrydaiquiri.

1/5 1-2-3

Betfred Cambridgeshire – sponsors bet: 7 Dare To Dance, 9 Questioning, 10 Cry Fury, 12 Man Of Action, 14 Sagramor, 16 Arlequin, Maraheb, Red Gulch, 20 Maqarrat, Markazzi, Proponent, 25 Albaqaa, Credit Swap, Pendragon, Pintura, 33 Brick Red, Circumvent, Constant Contact, Pires, Riggins, Stevie Thunder, 40 Combat Zone, Harrison George, Nanton, Prince Of Johanne, Shavansky, Tinkertown, 50 Crown Counsel, Desert Romance, First Post, Ideology, Jutland, Maali, Nice Style, Roayh.

¼ 1-2-3-4-5

Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe – Betfred bet: 7/2 Sarafina, 5 Nathaniel, So You Think, Workforce, 7 Reliable Man, 8 Galikova, 12 Hiruno d’Amour, 14 Meandre, 16 Sea Moon, 25 (from 33) Nakayama Festa, Bekhabad, Cape Blanco, Fame And Glory, Seville, 33 Golden Lilac, Midday, Planteur, St Nicholas Abbey, 40 Casamento.

¼ 1-2-3

Betfred Cesarewitch – sponsors bet: 10 Keys, Tuscan Gold, 11 Veiled, 12 Cosmo De Medici, Fox Hunt, Rainforest Magic, 14 Mount Athos, Ocean’s Minstrel, 16 Beyond, Big Occasion, Buy Back Bob, Colour Vision, Donnas Palm, Petara Bay, 20 Aaim To Prosper, Bollin Judith, Darley Sun, Dazinski, Kazbow, La Vecchia Scuola, Mystery Star, Pateese, Regent Street, 25 Activate, Ajaan, Askbrittle, Bernie The Bolt, Bow To No One, Diamond Boy, Ermyn Lodge, Gifted Leader, Hawk Mountain, Hollins, Ile De Re, Never Can Tell, Palomar, Plymouth Rock, Sentry Duty, Tasheba, 33 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4-5

Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup – sponsors bet: 5/2 Long Run, 14 Time For Rupert, 16 Captain Chris, Diamond Harry, Weapons Amnesty, 20 Denman, Quito de la Roque, 25 Mon Parrain.

¼ 1-2-3

QIPCO 2000 Guineas – Betfred bet: 7 Harbour Watch, 10 Born To Sea, Dabirsim, Power, 16 Ektihaam, Top Offer, 20 Noble Mission, 25 Lilbourne Lad, 33 Choir, Samminder, Zip Top, 40 Parish Hall.

¼ 1-2-3

QIPCO 1000 Guineas – Betfred bet: 3 Maybe, 8 Discourse, 9 La Collina, 16 Best Terms, Fallen For You, Lyric Of Light, 20 Firdaws, 25 Angels Will Fall, 33 Fire Lily, Gamilati, Inetrobil, Sajwah, Samitar, Shumoos, 40 Miss Work Of Art, 50 Questing, Nemushkr.

¼ 1-2-3

Investec Oaks – Betfred bet: 8 Maybe, 20 Was.

¼ 1-2-3

Investec Derby – Betfred bet: 16 Born To Sea, Camelot, Fencing, 20 Apollo, 25 David Livingston, Top Offer, 33 Harvard N Yale.

¼ 1-2-3

£1million totejackpot expected at Newmarket on Thursday

This afternoon’s totejackpot at Redcar was not won which means there is a rollover of £550,853 which is carried forward to tomorrow’s meeting at Newmarket where the total pool is expected to smash through the million pound mark.

A total of £239,099 was bet into today’s totejackpot at Redcar and just £1.50 was left heading into the final leg – the Wedding Receptions at Redcar Selling Stakes – with all units on eventual favourite Dance For Julie. There were two punters in total hoping to land the bet with one punter having £1 of the remaining tickets whilst another had the remaining 50p.

However, Ben Haslam’s filly couldn’t land a blow as Yorksters Prince led from pillar to post to record a four length victory which means the totejackpot has now rolled over for eight days having last been won at Yarmouth on Tuesday 14th September.

“Although it looked a tricky card at Redcar, two punters still managed to make it through to the final leg but they couldn’t quite find that elusive sixth winner which means there will be a million pound totejackpot for the first day of Newmarket’s Cambridgeshire meeting,” said totepool spokesman George Primarolo.

totejackpot (Redcar) – 21/09/11

Redcar: Not Won

totejackpot – 22/09/11

Newmarket – rollover of £550,853

BETFRED TO SPONSOR THE CHELTENHAM GOLD CUP

Cheltenham Racecourse has announced that as part of Betfred’s purchase of the Tote, the Cheltenham Gold Cup will be renamed The Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup for 2012.

Making the announcement, Cheltenham’s Managing Director, Edward Gillespie, said: “I am delighted to confirm that our biggest race will be known as The Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup in 2012. The race takes place exactly 6 months from today, on Friday March 16th and the team here is really looking forward to working closely with Fred Done and his colleagues in the build up to The Festival this season. We have already had some positive early discussions with the Betfred team about this sponsorship and we are very pleased to welcome Betfred as the latest sponsor of this historic race.”

Betfred boss, Fred Done, added: “Sponsoring The Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup is one of the proudest moments of my career and we are now looking forward to sitting down to discuss the future, having been very impressed by the professionalism of Edward Gillespie and his team.”

Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup 2012 latest odds

11/4     Long Run
14        Imperial Commander
14        Captain Chris
14        Time for Rupert
14        Weapons Amnesty
16        Diamond Harry
20        Denman
20        Quito de la Roque
25        Bar

Dare To Dance cut as Labarinto ruled out of Betfred Cambridgeshire

Dare To Dance has been cut to 6/1 (from 7/1) by Cambridgeshire sponsors Betfred following the latest scratchings stage for the race in which a total of 122 horses have stood their ground for the nine furlong handicap.

Maraheb has also been cut to 12/1 (from 14/1) for the £160,000 prize following the news that Sir Michael Stoute’s Labarinto will miss the race in favour of a crack at Saturday’s Dubai Duty Free Handicap at Newbury.

“Dare To Dance still heads the Cambridgeshire market at the moment but Man Of Action has been very popular since his victory at Doncaster over the weekend and he could well shorten further over the next fortnight,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Tuscan Gold and Keys are the 10/1 joint-favourites with the sponsor for the Betfred Cesarewitch after a total of 91 horses were left in at the latest declaration stage.

Keys had been a 12/1 shot when the market was first priced up but there has been solid support for Roger Charlton’s gelding and he could well head the market come the final declaration stage for the final leg of the Autumn Double on Saturday, October 8.

“Keys has joined Tuscan Gold at the head of the Cesarewitch market over the past fortnight and any further support for Roger Charlton’s gelding would surely see him go off as favourite,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

This year’s Betfred Autumn Double will also carry a bonus of £100,000 to any stable which provides the winner of both the Betfred Cambridgeshire and Betfred Cesarewitch. The bonus will be split two ways with £50,000 going to the winning trainer and £50,000 split amongst the stable staff in the yard.

Ayr Gold Cup – Betfred bet: 10 Pepper Lane, 12 Eton Rifles, Macs Power, 14 Colonel Mak, 16 Hawkeyethenoo, Majestic Myles, Mayson, Nasri, Pastoral Player, 20 Ancient Cross, Below Zero, Bertiewhittle, Confessional, Croisultan, Dungannon, Gramercy, Kaldoun Kingdom, Kanaf, Our Jonathan, Secret Asset, Tajneed, 25 Addictive Dream, Cocktail Charlie, Darajaat, Evens And Odds, Fathsta, Group Therapy, Kalk Bay, Lutine Bell, Regal Parade, Son Of The Cat, Tax Free, Valery Borzov, Waffle, York Glory, 33 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Betfred Cambridgeshire – sponsors bet: 6 (from 7) Dare To Dance, 10 Cry Fury, 12 (from 14) Maraheb, Man Of Action, 14 Maqaraat, 16 Arlequin, Dhaamer, Markazzi, Our Joe Mac, Questioning, 20 Albaqaa, Club Oceanic, Galiando, Kirthill, Naqshabaan, Nordic Sky, Pintura, Proponent, Red Gulch, Sagramor, Saptapadi, Sarrsar, Stunning View, Tazeez, Terdaad, 25 Absinthe, Aerial Acclaim, Belgian Bill, Circumvent, Credit Swap, Distant Memories, Don’t Call Me, Emirates Dream, Haylaman, Hillview Boy, Hot Prospect, Jutland, Paramour, Pendragon, Pires, Prince Of Johanne, Sahara Kingdom, Tinkertown, 33 Askaud, Brick Red, Capaill Liath, Combat Zone, Con Artist, Constant Contact, Crown Counsel, Grumeti, Harrison George, Ideology, Janood, Leviathan, Little Rocky, Loving Spirit, Madam Macie, Master Of Arts, Mawaakef, Merchant Of Dubai, Nanton, Nice Style, Oceanway, Point North, Pravda Street, Riggins, Roayh, Robemaker, Seattle Drive, Shavansky, Stevie Thunder, Voodoo Prince, Wannabe King, West Brit, 40 Desert Romance, Maali, Sergeant Ablett, Vainglory, 50 Afkar, Arabian Star, Camerooney, Classic Colori.

¼ 1-2-3-4-5

Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe – Betfred bet: 7/2 Sarafina, 5 Nathaniel, So You Think, Workforce, 7 Reliable Man, 8 Galikova, 12 Hiruno d’Amour, 14 Meandre, 16 Sea Moon, 25 Bekhabad, Cape Blanco, Fame And Glory, Seville, 33 Golden Lilac, Midday, Nakayama Festa, Planteur, St Nicholas Abbey, 40 Casamento.

¼ 1-2-3

Betfred Cesarewitch – sponsors bet: 10 Keys, Tuscan Gold, 11 Veiled, 12 Rainforest Magic, 14 Fox Hunt, Mount Athos, Ocean’s Minstrel, 16 Beyond, Big Occasion, Colour Vision, Donnas Palm, Petara Bay, 20 Aaim To Prosper, Bollin Judith, Buy Back Bob, Darley Sun, Dazinski, Kazbow, La Vecchia Scuola, Mystery Star, Pateese, Regent Street, 25 Activate, Ajaan, Askbrittle, Bernie The Bolt, Bow To No One, Cosimo De Medici, Diamond Boy, Ermyn Lodge, Gifted Leader, Hawk Mountain, Hollins, Ile De Re, Never Can Tell, Palomar, Plymouth Rock, Sentry Duty, Tasheba, 33 Abergavenny, Alcalde, Becausewecan, Blimey O’Reilly, Bowdler’s Magic, Dayia, Downhiller, English Summer, Eshtyaaq, Exemplary, French Hollow, Halifax, Hawaafez, La Estrella, Lacateno, Mobaasher, My Arch, Phoenix Flight, Regal Park, Rosewin, Sunwise, Wayward Glance, 40 Advisor, Braveheart Move, Lastroseofsummer, Sherman McCoy, Spiekeroog, Trovare, Wells Lyrical, 50 Forrest Flyer, Gordonsville, Jonny Delta, L Frank Baum, Magicalmysterytour, Montparnasse, Nave, Neptune Equester, Petella, Red Anthem, Right Stuff, Rosewood Lad, Sea Change, Slight Advantage, Soprano, Valid Reason, 66 Blackmore, Cotton King, Dark Ranger, Gogeo, Mohanad, Sancho Panza, Secret Tune.

¼ 1-2-3-4-5

QIPCO 2000 Guineas – Betfred bet: 8 Harbour Watch, 10 Born To Sea, Dabirsim, Power, 16 Ektihaam, Top Offer, 20 Noble Mission, 25 Lilbourne Lad, 33 Choir, Samminder, Zip Top, 40 Parish Hall.

¼ 1-2-3

Investec Oaks – Betfred bet: 8 Maybe, 20 Was.

¼ 1-2-3

Investec Derby – Betfred bet: 16 Born To Sea, Camelot, Fencing, 20 Apollo, 25 David Livingston, Top Offer, 33 Harvard N Yale.

¼ 1-2-3

Sarafina new Arc favourite after Prix Foy victory at Longchamp

Sarafina is the new 7/2 favourite (from 9/2) for the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe with Betfred after she ran out the comfortable winner of the Prix Foy at Longchamp this afternoon.

Christophe Lemaire’s mount had to squeeze through a gap between St Nicholas Abbey and eventual runner-up Hiruno d’Amour but she showed a decent turn of foot to win by a short neck. The runner-up has been cut to 12/1 (from 33/1) for the Arc by Betfred.

“Although she gave her supporters a scare, Sarafina ran the perfect Arc trial when beating the colts in the Prix Foy and she heads back to Longchamp in two weeks time as the one they all have to beat,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Elsewhere at Longchamp, Reliable Man has been cut to 8/1 (from 20/1) for the Arc by Betfred after he returned to winning ways in the Prix Niel. Alain de Royer-Dupre’s colt lost his unbeaten record behind Meandre in the Grand Prix de Paris but turned the tables on his rival in no uncertain terms this afternoon to record a two length victory.

Meandre has been eased to 14/1 (from 8/1) by Betfred whilst third-placed horse Vadamar has been taken out of the betting after connections hinted he would be heading elsewhere.

Galikova was also impressive in taking the Prix Vermeille at Longchamp this afternoon and has been cut to 8/1 (from 10/1) by Betfred for the Arc.

Ayr Gold Cup – Betfred bet: 8 Hoof It, 12 Macs Power, Pepper Lane, 14 Desert Poppy, 16 Colonel Mak, Dafeef, Eton Rifles, Hawkeyethenoo, Majestic Myles, Mayson, Tiddliwinks, 20 Below Zero, Confessional, Desert Law, Dungannon, Gramercy, Kanaf, Our Jonathan, Secret Asset, Tajneed, 25 Addictive Dream, Ancient Cross, Bertiewhittle, Chilworth Lad, Cocktail Charlie, Darajaat, Doncaster Rover, Evens And Odds, Group Therapy, Jimmy Styles, Kalk Bay, Lexis Hero, Lowther, Nasri, New Planet, Pabusar, Regal Parade, Ritual, Son Of The Cat, Tax Free, York Glory, 33 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Betfred Cambridgeshire – sponsors bet: 7 Dare To Dance, 10 Cry Fury, Labarinto, 12 Man Of Action, 14 Maqaraat, Maraheb, 16 Agent Archie, Arlequin, Boom And Bust, Dhaamer, Diescentric, Forte Dei Marmi, Markazzi, Our Joe Mac, Questioning, 20 Albaqaa, Club Oceanic, Galiando, Invisible Man, Kirthill, Naqshabaan, Nordic Sky, Pintura, Proponent, Red Gulch, Sagramor, Saptapadi, Sarrsar, Stunning View, Tazeez, Terdaad, 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4-5

Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe – Betfred bet: 7/2 (from 9/2) Sarafina, 5 Nathaniel, So You Think, Workforce, 8 (from 20) Reliable Man, 8 (from 10) Galikova, 12 (from 33) Hiruno d’Amour, 14 Meandre, 16 Sea Moon, 25 Bekhabad, Cape Blanco, Fame And Glory, Seville, 33 Golden Lilac, Midday, Nakayama Festa, Planteur, St Nicholas Abbey, 40 Casamento.

¼ 1-2-3

Betfred Cesarewitch – sponsors bet: 10 Keys, Tuscan Gold, 11 Veiled, 12 Rainforest Magic, 14 Fox Hunt, Mount Athos, 16 Apache, Beyond, Big Occasion, Bothy, Colour Vision, Donnas Palm, Oceans Minstrel, Petara Bay, 20 Aaim To Prosper, Bollin Judith, Buy Back Bob, Darley Sun, Dazinski, Kazbow, La Vecchia Scuola, Mamlook, Mystery Star, Pateese, Regent Street, Swingkeel, 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4-5

QIPCO 2000 Guineas – Betfred bet: 8 Harbour Watch, 10 Born To Sea, Dabirsim, Power, 16 Ektihaam, Top Offer, 20 Noble Mission, 25 Lilbourne Lad, 33 Choir, Samminder, Zip Top, 40 Parish Hall.

¼ 1-2-3

QIPCO 1000 Guineas – Betfred bet: 3 Maybe, 8 Discourse, 9 La Collina, 16 Best Terms, Fallen For You, Lyric Of Light, 20 Firdaws, 25 Angels Will Fall, 33 Gamilati, Inetrobil, Sajwah, Samitar, Shumoos, 40 Miss Work Of Art, 50 Questing, Nemushkr.

¼ 1-2-3

Investec Oaks – Betfred bet: 8 Maybe, 20 Was.

¼ 1-2-3

Investec Derby – Betfred bet: 16 Born To Sea, Camelot, Fencing, 20 Apollo, 25 David Livingston, Top Offer, 33 Harvard N Yale.

¼ 1-2-3

Two winners of totescoop6 each land £403,785

There were two winners of this afternoon’s totescoop6 after Man Of Action swooped with a late run to land the ArgiArgo UK Tractor Challenge Handicap at Doncaster.

Both ticket holders land a dividend of £403,785 each and now have the chance to add a further £346,101 to their winnings on next weekend’s bonus race which is likely to be the William Hill Ayr Gold Cup at the Western meeting.

This afternoon’s totescoop6 was guaranteed by new Tote owner Fred Done to the tune of £1million but both the win and bonus fund surpassed the guaranteed amounts of £700,000 and £300,000 respectively which meant this weekend’s bet was worth £1,153,672.

‘This weekend’s totescoop6 went right down to the wire but the two winners will be toasting Frankie Dettori who steered Man Of Action to victory which landed them just over £400,000 each in the process,’ said totepool spokesman George Primarolo.

A total of £776,358 was bet into this afternoon’s pool and there were 1,556 winners of the place fund, each of whom picks up £99.70.

totescoop6 dividends - 10/09/11

Win: £403,785.19
Place: £99.70

totescoop6 rollovers – 10/09/11

Bonus: £346,101

totescoop6 leg breakdown – 10/09/11

After Leg 1 - 2.20 Goodwood:    French Navy                  200,091
After Leg 2 - 2.35 Doncaster:     Nocturnal Affair             14,740
After Leg 3 - 2.50 Goodwood:    Monsieur Chevalier        2,405
After Leg 4 - 3.10 Doncaster:     Masked Marvel              291
After Leg 5 - 3.25 Goodwood:    Decent Fella                  28
After Leg 6 - 3.45 Doncaster:     Man Of Action               2

Minimum £1million guarantee on this weekend’s totescoop6

This weekend’s totescoop6 will definitely be worth £1million as there will be minimum guarantees on both the win and bonus funds for the first time in the history of the bet.

The win fund will be guaranteed to the tune of £700,000 this weekend whilst the bonus fund will be worth a minimum of £300,000 next weekend should anyone land the bet on Saturday. Both guarantees are after totepool deductions.
Tomorrow’s totescoop6 takes in races from Doncaster and Goodwood and the highlight of this weekend’s bet sees a field of nine face the starter for the Group 1 Ladbrokes St Leger where Sea Moon is currently the 5/4 favourite to give Sir Michael Stoute his second winner after Conduit broke his duck in the race back in 2008.
“The totescoop6 is guaranteed to hit the magic million mark this weekend as both the win and bonus pools are guaranteed for the first time in the bet’s history which could create yet another Scoop6 millionaire,” said totepool spokesman George Primarolo.
The totejackpot is at Doncaster on Saturday whilst the totetrifecta rollover race will be the Ladbrokes Portland Handicap (2.35 Haydock).

totescoop6 races – 09/09/11

Leg 1: 2.15 Goodwood
Leg 2: 2.35 Doncaster
Leg 3: 2.50 Goodwood
Leg 4: 3.10 Doncaster
Leg 5: 3.25 Goodwood
Leg 6: 3.45 Doncaster

totescoop6 rollovers – 09/09/11

Win: £535,852 – win fund minimum guarantee of £700,000 (after deductions)
Bonus: £229,650– bonus fund minimum guarantee of £300,000 (after deductions)

totejackpot Meeting – 09/09/11

Doncaster

totetrifecta/toteswinger rollover race – 09/09/11

2.35 Doncaster

Final leg misery for totescoop6 punter at Ascot

There was misery once again for one of two remaining ticket holders as Spifer was denied victory by a matter of inches by Barbican in the Ladbrokes Mobile Handicap at Ascot this afternoon.

Bauer’s triumph at 16/1 in the first leg set the tone for what would be a difficult afternoon for Scoop6 punters up and down the country, Luca Cumani’s gelding knocked out all but 3.230 tickets and punters were fighting a losing battle from then on. Barbican’s game performance in the final leg means £535,852 rolls over to next weekend.

‘In what could be a carbon copy of last weekend’s final leg, our sympathies go out to the totescoop6 punter who almost won a fortune this afternoon but Barbican’s gritty success means our combined pools could be approaching the magic million mark next Saturday,’ said totepool spokesman Andrew Griffiths.

A total of £342,224 was bet into the pool this afternoon and there were 1,497 winners of the place fund, each picking up £45.70.

totescoop6 dividends - 03/09/11

Win: Not Won
Place: £45.70 – 1,497 winners

totescoop6 rollovers – 03/09/11

Win: £535,852
Bonus: £229,650

totescoop6 leg breakdown – 03/09/11

After Leg 1: Bauer – 3,230
After Leg 2: Red Gulch – 291
After Leg 3: Zero Money – 61
After Leg 4: Smarty Socks – 17
After Leg 5: Dream Ahead – 2
After Leg 6: Barbican – 0

Connections pray for dry evening as Hoof It prepares for crack at Sprint Cup

Dream Ahead and Hoof It are the 5/1 joint-favourites with the sponsors for the Betfred Sprint Cup at Haydock tomorrow afternoon as Haydock braces itself to stage one of the best renewals of the race in recent memory.

Hoof It will have to bounce back from a disappointing run in the Coolmore Nunthorpe Stakes last time out but connections are adamant that a combination of the trip and the rain-softened ground were to blame for a below-par performance at York.

Mick Easterby’s gelding is an 11/2 shot with the sponsors to finish runner-up in the Betfred Sprint Cup whilst it’s 6/1 that he finishes third. Those that wish to oppose the Stewards’ Cup winner can back him at 4/7 to be unplaced.

“Ground conditions will be key to the make-up of the Betfred Sprint Cup market and if the rain stays away from Merseyside, then Hoof It will surely be backed into outright favouritism,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Ireland is represented by last year’s Nunthorpe hero Sole Power and Charles O’Brien’s Bewitched and it’s a 9/2 chance that either of those horses lands the Sprint Cup. Roger Charlton has won the race twice in the past with Tamarisk and Tante Rose and Betfred make him an 11/2 shot to win it again with either Bated Breath or Genki.

Betfred Sprint Cup – sponsors bet: 5 Dream Ahead, Hoof It, 7 Bated Breath, Society Rock, 9 Delegator, 12 Bewitched, 14 Elzaam, 16 Wootton Bassett, 20 Genki, Sole Power, 25 Masamah, 28 Hitchens, Kingsgate Native, 50 Dalghar, Tiddliwinks, 66 Doncaster Rover.

¼ 1-2-3

Betfred Sprint Cup: Hoof It Finishing Position – sponsors bet: 5 First, 11/2 Second, 6 Third, 4/7 Unplaced.

Betfred Sprint Cup: Winning Distance – sponsors bet: 7/4 Under 0.5 lengths, 7/4 0.5 lengths to 1 length, 7/4 Over 1 length.

Betfred Sprint Cup Specials – sponsors bet: 9/2 Irish-trained winner, 11/2 Roger Charlton-trained winner.

Betfred “Goals Galore” Superior Mile – sponsors bet: 7/2 Rainfall, 4 King Torus, 9/2 First City, 7 Dark Promise, 8 Navajo Chief, 9 Questioning, 14 Sahara Kingdom, 20 Fontley, 25 Atlantis Star.

1/5 1-2-3

Betfred Bundles Old Borough Cup – sponsors bet: 8 Shernando, Zuider Zee, 9 Blissful Moment, Ile De Re, Tominator, 10 Activate, Deauville Flyer, 14 Bauer, Merchant Of Dubai, 16 Ashbrittle, Crackentrop, 20 Line Of Duty, Nave, Nehaam, 28 Ajaan, 33 English Summer, Exemplary.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Betfred September Stakes – sponsors bet: 9/4 Harris Tweed, 11/4 Modun, 5 Simon de Montfort, 8 City Leader, 9 Myplacelater, 14 Brushing, Classic Punch, 20 Bronze Cannon.

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Betfred London Mile – sponsors bet: 3 Primaeval, 13/2 Red Gulch, 10 Kajima, 11 Crown Counsel, 12 Chapter And Verse, Fantasy Gladiator, 14 Indian Jack, 16 Benandonner, Layline, Night Lily, Shamir, 20 Loyalty, Merchant Of Dubai, Nelson’s Bounty, Sinfonico, Willow Dancer.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Fly London Southend Airport Handicap – Betfred bet: 6 Eton Rifles, Gramercy, 7 Smarty Socks, 8 Bridgefield, 10 Lowther, Swift Gift, 11 Pastoral Player, 14 Bohemian Melody, King Of Dixie, Mr David, 16 Al Khaleej, 20 Brae Hill, Palace Moon, 25 Atlantic Sport, King Of Jazz, 33 Reignier.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Ladbrokes Mobile Handicap – Betfred bet: 6 Fulgur, 7 Spifer, 15/2 Rain Mac, 8 Parlour Games, 10 Barbican, Seelo, 12 Halfsin, 14 Swift Alhaarth, Tanfeeth, 16 Arch Fire, Ithoughtitwasover, Midsummer Sun, Thimaar, 20 Communicator, 25 Well Sharp, 33 Bridle Belle.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Coolmore Fusaichi Pegasus Matron Stakes – Betfred bet: 11/10 Misty For Me, 9/2 Emulous, Together, 8 Lolly For Dolly, 12 Barefoot Lady, Emiyna, 18 Wild Wind, 66 Ballybacka Lady.

1/5 1-2-3

Red Mills Irish Champion Stakes – Betfred bet: 3/10 So You Think, 6 Snow Fairy, 12 Famous Name, 16 Recital, 20 Roderic O’Connor, 66 Dunboyne Express.

¼ 1-2

Ladbrokes St Leger – Betfred bet: 5/4 Sea Moon, 4 Blue Bunting, 5 Census, 8 Masked Marvel, Seville, 10 Brown Panther, 25 Wonder Of Wonders, 33 Apache, Thimaar, 50 Buthelezi, Regent Street, Whiplash Willie, 66 Genius Beast, 100 Dordogne, Freedom, 150 Well Sharp.

¼ 1-2-3

William Hill Ayr Gold Cup – Betfred bet: 12 Hoof It, Kanaf, Macs Power, Pepper Lane, 16 Colonel Mak, Dafeef, Hawkeyethenoo, Majestic Myles, Mayson, Pastoral Player, Tiddliwinks, Waffle, 20 Desert Law, Dungannon, Our Jonathan, Secret Asset, Tajneed, 25 Addictive Dream, Ancient Cross, Bertiewhittle, Chilworth Lad, Cocktail Charlie, Darajaat, Desert Poppy, Doncaster Rover, Evens And Odds, Gramercy, Group Therapy, Jimmy Styles, Kalk Bay, Lexis Hero, Lowther, Nasri, New Planet, Pabusar, Regal Parade, Ritual, Son Of The Cat, Tax Free, York Glory, 33 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Betfred Cambridgeshire – sponsors bet: 8 Dare To Dance, Mijhaar, 10 Labarinto, 12 Cry Fury, Tenby Lady, 14 Maqaraat, Maraheb, 16 Agent Archie, Al Kazeem, Arlequin, Boom And Bust, Dhaamer, Diescentric, Forte Dei Marmi, Markazzi, Our Joe Mac, 20 Albaqaa, Club Oceanic, Galiando, Invisible Man, Kirthill, Man Of Action, Naqshabaan, Nordic Sky, Pintura, Proponent, Questioning, Red Glich, Sagramor, Saptapadi, Sarrsar, Stunning View, Tazeez, Terdaad, 25 bar.

¼ 1-2-3-4-5

Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe – Betfred bet: 4 So You Think, 9/2 Nathaniel, Sarafina, Workforce, 10 Meandre, 12 Galikova, 16 Baraan, 20 Reliable Man, St Nicholas Abbey, 25 Bekhabad, Cape Blanco, Fame And Glory, 33 Golden Lilac, Planteur, Midday, 40 Casamento.

¼ 1-2-3

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QIPCO 2000 Guineas – Betfred bet: 8 Harbour Watch, 10 Dabirsim, Power, 16 Top Offer, 20 Entifaadha, Noble Mission, 25 Lilbourne Lad, 33 Choir, Frederick Engels, Samminder, Zip Top, 40 Parish Hall.

¼ 1-2-3

QIPCO 1000 Guineas – Betfred bet: 3 Maybe, 8 Discourse, 9 La Collina, 12 Fallen For You, 16 Best Terms, 20 Firdaws, 25 Angels Will Fall, 33 Gamilati, Fire Lily, Samitar, Shumoos, 40 Miss Work Of Art, 50 Questing, Nemushkr, Sajwah.

¼ 1-2-3

Investec Oaks – Betfred bet: 8 Maybe, 20 Was.

¼ 1-2-3

Investec Derby – Betfred bet: 16 Camelot, Fencing, 20 Apollo, 25 David Livingston, Top Offer, 33 Harvard N Yale.

¼ 1-2-3

Dream Ahead and Hoof It head Betfred Sprint Cup market as 16 are declared

Dream Ahead and Hoof It are the 9/2 joint-favourites with the sponsors for the Betfred Sprint Cup at Haydock on Saturday after a total of sixteen horses were left in at the final declaration stage.

The sole defector was Deacon Blues who had been expected to miss the race after scoping dirty following a workout on Wednesday morning. Bated Breath and Society Rock are next in the market at 13/2 with Delegator a 9/1 shot.

“This year’s renewal of the Betfred Sprint Cup has quality in abundance and consequently we can’t split July Cup hero Dream Ahead and Stewards’ Cup winner Hoof It at the head of the market,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Rainfall is the new 10/3 favourite (from 5/1) for the Listed Betfred “Goals Galore” Superior Mile after a total of nine runners were declared for the mile event this morning. First City and King Torus are the 4/1 joint-second favourites whilst Dark Promise is next in the market at 7/1.

Mark Johnston has won the Betfred Bundles Old Borough Cup three times in the last seven years and the Middleham handler has four horses declared for the 1m6f handicap, including current favourite Shernando who now heads the market outright at 7/1 (from 8/1).

The quartet of Blissful Moment, Activate, Tominator and Zuider Zee are next in the market at 8/1 whilst Deauville Flyer is just behind them in the betting at 9/1.

Betfred Sprint Cup – sponsors bet: 9/2 Dream Ahead, Hoof It, 13/2 Bated Breath, Society Rock, 9 Delegator, 12 Elzaam, 14 Bewtiched, 16 Genki, Wootton Bassett, 20 Sole Power, 25 Hitchens, Kingsgate Native, Masamah, 40 Dalghar, Tiddliwinks, 50 Doncaster Rover.

¼ 1-2-3

Betfred “Goals Galore” Superior Mile – sponsors bet: 10/3 (from 5) Rainfall, 4 First City, King Torus, 7 Dark Promise, 8 Navajo Chief, Questioning, 12 Sahara Kingdom, 14 Fontley, 20 Atlantis Star.

1/5 1-2-3

Betfred Bundles Old Borough Cup – sponsors bet: 7 (from 8) Shernando, 8 (from 9) Blissful Moment, Activate, Tominator, Zuider Zee, 9 Deauville Flyer, 10 Ile De Re, 11 Bauer, 14 Crackentorp, Merchant Of Dubai, 16 Ashbrittle, Nehaam, 20 Line Of Duty, 25 Ajaan, English Summer, Nave, 33 Exemplary.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Coolmore Fusaichi Pegasus Matron Stakes – Betfred bet: 5/4 (from 11/8) Misty For Me, 4 Emulous, 9/2 Together, 8 Lolly For Dolly, 11 Emiyna, 14 Barefoot Lady, Wild Wind, 66 Ballybacka Lady.

1/5 1-2-3

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Investec Oaks – Betfred bet: 8 Maybe, 20 Was.

¼ 1-2-3

Investec Derby – Betfred bet: 16 Camelot, Fencing, 20 Apollo, 25 David Livingston, Top Offer, 33 Harvard N Yale.

¼ 1-2-3

Dream Ahead new favourite for Betfred Sprint Cup after Deacon Blues doubts

Dream Ahead is the new 7/2 favourite (from 9/2) with the sponsors for the Betfred Sprint Cup at Haydock on Saturday after it emerged that ante-post favourite Deacon Blues was ‘unlikely’ to run after failing to sparkle in his final workout.

Trainer James Fanshawe scoped the gelding after the workout and it transpired that the Wokingham winner had some mucus in his lungs which put his participation on Saturday in serious doubt.

Stewards’ Cup winner Hoof It is now the 9/2 second-favourite (from 6/1) with the sponsors whilst July Cup runner-up Bated Breath has been cut to 13/2 (from 8/1).

“It would have been fascinating to see how Deacon Blues coped with the step up to the highest level on Saturday but he looks very unlikely to take part now which means Dream Ahead is now the 7/2 favourite to land his second Group 1 of the season,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

James Fanshawe’s other entry in the race is Society Rock, who landed the first Group 1 of his career when landing the Golden Jubilee Stakes at Royal Ascot, but the four-year-old has been left at 13/2 by Betfred after this afternoon's news.

Betfred Sprint Cup – sponsors bet: 7/2 (from 9/2) Dream Ahead, 9/2 (from 6) Hoof It, 6 (from 8) Bated Breath, 13/2 Society Rock, 9 Delegator, 12 (from 14) Elzaam, 16 Bewtiched, Genki, Wootton Bassett, 20 Sole Power, 25 Hitchens, Kingsgate Native, Masamah, 33 Dalghar, Tiddliwinks, 40 Doncaster Rover.

¼ 1-2-3

Betfred “Goals Galore” Superior Mile – sponsors bet: 4 King Torus, 5 First City, Rainfall, 7 Dark Promise, 8 Navajo Chief, Penitent, 9 Questioning, Secrecy, 12 Off Chance, Sahara Kingdom, 14 Fareer, 16 Fontley, Stella Point, 20 Atlantis Star, 40 Conciliatory, 50 Zenella.

1/5 1-2-3

Betfred Bundles Old Borough Cup – sponsors bet: 8 Activate, Shernando, Tominator, 9 Blissful Moment, Deauville Flyer, Spifer, Zuider Zee, 10 Bourne, Colour Vision, Ile De Re, Mount Athos, 12 Bauer, Colloquial, Crackentorp, Slight Advantage, 14 Ashbrittle, Carter, Merchant Of Dubai, Mystery Star, Nehaam, Sabotage, 16 Bridle Belle, Ithoughtitwasover, Line Of Duty, Vulcanite, 20 Ajaan, Bowdlers Magic, Braveheart Move, Nave, 25 English Summer, High On A Hill, Halifax, 33 Exemplary, Mister Angry.

¼ 1-2-3-4

Coolmore Fusaichi Pegasus Matron Stakes – Betfred bet: 11/8 Misty For Me, 4 Emulous, 5 Together, 10 Lolly For Dolly, 12 Emiyna, 14 Glorious Sight, 20 Barefoot Lady, Chrysanthemum, Strawberrydaiquiri, Wild Wind, 40 Look At Me, 66 Ballybacka Lady.

1/5 1-2-3

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Investec Oaks – Betfred bet: 8 Maybe, 20 Was.

¼ 1-2-3

Investec Derby – Betfred bet: 16 Camelot, Fencing, 20 Apollo, 25 David Livingston, Top Offer, 33 Harvard N Yale.

¼ 1-2-3

Dare To Dance all the rage for Betfred Cambridgeshire as weights are revealed

Dare To Dance and Mijhaar are the 8/1 joint-favourites with the sponsors for the Betfred Cambridgeshire after the weights were released this afternoon.

The former had been a 16/1 shot when the entries were revealed but has been all the rage for the nine furlong event since winning well at Newmarket over the weekend and Jeremy Noseda’s lightly-raced colt is now joint-favourite for the race.

Hot Prospect heads the weights for the Betfred Cambridgeshire on 9st 10lb and Roger Varian’s colt is a 25/1 shot with the sponsors.

"Dare To Dance has been the big mover so far in the Betfred Cambridgeshire following his comfortable victory at Newmarket over the weekend and Jeremy Noseda's colt is now the 8/1 joint-favourite alongside original jolly Mijhaar," said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Fox Hunt will carry top weight of 9st 10lb in the Betfred Cesarewitch and Mark Johnston’s four-year-old is the 12/1 third-favourite for the race with the sponsors behind 10/1 favourite Tuscan Gold and 11/1 shot Veiled.

Tuscan Gold hasn’t been seen since unshipping Stevie Donohoe at the start on his seasonal reappearance at York’s Ebor meeting whilst Fox Hunt ran a cracker off top weight in the Betfred Ebor and is set to do battle once more with runner-up Tactician who is also a 12/1 shot.

“A number of the protagonists in the Betfred Ebor are all set to do battle again at Newmarket but it’s Tuscan Gold who currently heads the market for the Cesarewitch as he’d previously looked very progressive before his luckless run at York last time out,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

This year’s Betfred Autumn Double will carry a bonus of £100,000 to any stable which provides the winner of both the Betfred Cambridgeshire and Betfred Cesarewitch. The bonus will be split two ways with £50,000 going to the winning trainer and £50,000 split amongst the stable staff in the yard.

Betfred Cambridgeshire – sponsors bet: 8 (from 10) Dare To Dance, Mijhaar, 10 Labarinto, 12 Cry Fury, Tenby Lady, 14 Maqaraat, Maraheb, 16 Agent Archie, Al Kazeem, Arlequin, Boom And Bust, Dhaamer, Diescentric, Forte Dei Marmi, Markazzi, Our Joe Mac, 20 Albaqaa, Club Oceanic, Galiando, Invisible Man, Kirthill, Man Of Action, Naqshabaan, Nordic Sky, Pintura, Proponent, Questioning, Red Glich, Sagramor, Saptapadi, Sarrsar, Stunning View, Tazeez, Terdaad, 25 Absinthe, Aerial Acclaim, Anmar, Belgian Bill, Circumvent, Credit Swap, Distant Memories, Don’t Call Me, Emirates Dream, Haylaman, Heddwyn, High Twelve, Highland Knight, Hillview Boy, Hot Prospect, Jutland, Paramour, Pendragon, Pires, Prince Of Johanne, Quick Wit, Rock Critic, Sahara Kingdom, Swop, Tinkertown, Truism, 33 Askaud, Atlantis Star, Axiom, Blaise Chorus, Brick Red, Capaill Liath, Combat Zone, Con Artist, Kings Gambit, Kingscroft, Leviathan, Little Rocky, Loving Spirit, Madam Macie, Making Eyes, Master Of Arts, Mawaakef, Merchant Of Dubai, Nanton, Nice Style, Norman Orpen, Oceanway, Point North, Pravda Street, Printmaker, Riggins, Roayth, Robemaker, Seattle Drive, Shavansky, Stevie Thunder, Ultimate, Vanguard Dream, Voodoo Prince, Wannabe King, West Brit, 40 Desert Romance, Maali, Sadler’s Mark, Sergeant Ablett, Vainglory.

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Betfred Cesarewitch – sponsors bet: 10 Tuscan Gold, 11 Veiled, 12 Fox Hunt, Keys, Rainforest Magic, Tactician, 14 Mount Athos, 16 Activate, Apache, Beyond, Big Occasion, Bothy, Colour Vision, Donnas Palm, Ile De Re, Petara Bay, 20 Aaim To Prosper, Bollin Judith, Buy Back Bob, Darley Sun, Dazinski, Kazbow, La Vecchia Scuola, Mamlook, Mystery Star, Pateese, Regent Street, Swingkeel, 25 Admiral Of The Red, Ajaan, Ashbrittle, Bernie The Bolt, Cosmo De Medici, Diamond Boy, Ermyn Lodge, Gifted Leader, Hawk Mountain, Hollins, Long Live The King, Manifestation, Mountain Hiker, Never Can Tell, Ocean’s Minstrel, Palomar, Plato, Plymouth Rock, Sentry Duty, Tasheba, 33 Abergavenny, Alazan, Alcalde, Bay Willow, Becausewecan, Blimey O’Reilly, Bowdler’s Magic, Dayia, Downhiller, English Summer, Eshtyaaq, Exemplary, French Hollow, Halifax, Hawaafez, La Estrella, Lacateno, Mobaasher, My Arch, Nantucket Bay, Phoenix Flight, Regal Park, Rosewin, Sunwise, Waldvogel, Wayward Glance, 40 Advisor, Bow To No One, Braveheart Move, John Forbes, Lastroseofsummer, Sherman McCoy, Spiekeroog, Trovare, Wells Lyrical, 50 Forrest Flyer, Gordonsville, Hong Kong Island, Jonny Delta, L Frank Baum, Magicalmysterytour, Money Money Money, Montparnasse, Nave, Neptune Equester, Petella, Red Anthem, Right Stuff, Rosewood Lad, Sea Change, Simonside, Slight Advantage, Soprano, Valid Reason, 66 Blackmore, Cotton King, Dark Ranger, Gogeo, Mohanad, Mr Crystal, Sancho Panza, Secret Tune, 100 Kingsdale Orion.

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Hoof It 6/1 with sponsors after being supplemented for Betfred Sprint Cup

Hoof It has been installed as a 6/1 chance by the sponsors for Saturday’s Betfred Sprint Cup at Haydock after connections supplemented the gelding for the race.

Mick Easterby’s four-year-old was beaten favourite in the Coolmore Nunthorpe Stakes at York last time out but had previously been very impressive when winning the Stewards’ Cup off top weight at Goodwood.

Deacon Blues and Dream Ahead are the 9/2 joint-favourites with the sponsors following the latest declaration stage with Golden Jubilee winner Society Rock a 13/2 shot.

“We’re delighted connections have decided to supplement Hoof It for the Betfred Sprint Cup and his participation adds a little extra spice to what was already an intriguing race,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Betfred have also released prices on two of the other big races at Haydock this weekend and make King Torus the 4/1 favourite for the Betfred “Goals Galore” Superior Mile on the back of his encouraging reappearance run behind Doncaster Rover at York. First City and Rainfall are the 5/1 joint-second-favourites whilst it’s 7/1 bar those three.

Activate, Shernando and Tominator are the 8/1 co-favourites of three for the Betfred Bundles Old Borough Cup at Haydock on Saturday after a total of 34 horses were entered for the 1m6f event. Blissful Moment is the 9/1 following his fine run in the Betfred Ebor and he is second in the market alongside Deauville Flyer, Spifer and Zuider Zee.

Betfred Sprint Cup – sponsors bet: 9/2 Deacon Blues, Dream Ahead, 6 Hoof It, 13/2 Society Rock, 8 Bated Breath, 9 Delegator, 14 Elzaam, 16 Genki, Wootton Bassett, 18 Bewitched, 20 Sole Power, 25 Hitchens, Kingsgate Native, Masamah, 33 Dalghar, Tiddliwinks, 40 Doncaster Rover.

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Betfred Cambridgeshire – sponsors bet: 8 Mijhaar, 10 Dare To Dance, Labarinto, 12 Cry Fury, Tenby Lady, 14 Maqaraat, Maraheb, 16 Agent Archie, Al Kazeem, Arlequin, Boom And Bust, Dhaamer, Diescentric, Forte Dei Marmi, Markazzi, Our Joe Mac, 20 Albaqaa, Club Oceanic, Galiando, Invisible Man, Kirthill, Man Of Action, Naqshabaan, Nordic Sky, Pintura, Proponent, Questioning, Red Glich, Sagramor, Saptapadi, Sarrsar, Stunning View, Tazeez, Terdaad, 25 bar.

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Investec Oaks – Betfred bet: 8 Maybe, 20 Was.

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Investec Derby – Betfred bet: 16 Camelot, Fencing, 20 Apollo, 25 David Livingston, Top Offer, 33 Harvard N Yale.

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Solid totepool performance sees turnover rise at York Ebor meeting

Solid totepool performance sees turnover rise at York Ebor meeting

Total totepool turnover at the York Ebor meeting was up 7.2% at £2,122,699 compared to £1,979,010 in 2010 after the meeting moved to a Saturday for the first time.

The biggest increase came on the Friday which was up 12.5% at £445,424 compared to £381,673 in 2010 whilst Saturday’s turnover was down 6% compared to the corresponding meeting last year, which was run on a Wednesday.

“Turnover on all totepool products during York’s Ebor meeting has been solid with both the Wednesday and Friday of the meeting proving to be particularly popular with punters,” said totepool spokesman George Primarolo.

totepool Turnover – York Ebor Meeting

Wednesday 17th August:           £470,982           (up 2.4% compared to £394,624 in 2010)
Thursday 18th August:              £691,854           (down 2.5% compated to £686,191 in 2010)
Friday 19th August:                   £445,424           (up 12.5% compared to £381,673 in 2010)
Saturday 20th August:               £514,208           (down 6% compared to £516,522 in 2010)

Total: £2,122,699 (up 7.2% compared to £1,979,010 in 2010)

NB: Wednesday’s turnover is compared to the Tuesday in 2010 whilst Saturday is compared to the Wednesday of the same year. Both Thursday and Friday are like for like.

BETFRED OFFERS £100,000 “AUTUMN DOUBLE” BONUS AS ENTRIES REVEALED FOR HISTORIC HERITAGE HANDICAPS

- INCREASE IN ENTRIES FOR BOTH THE BETFRED CAMBRIDGESHIRE AND THE BETFRED CESAREWITCH

Betfred will generously award a fantastic £100,000 bonus to any stable that wins both legs of the historic Autumn Double, the £160,000 Betfred Cambridgeshire and the £160,000 Betfred Cesarewitch, at Newmarket’s Rowley Mile Racecourse.

Strong entries for both races are revealed today, Wednesday 17th August, with 158 horses engaged in the nine-furlong Betfred Cambridgeshire (4.15pm), to be staged on Saturday 24th September, and 115 entered for the two and a quarter-mile Betfred Cesarewitch (4.15pm) on Saturday, October 8th.

The 158 entries for the Betfred Cambridgeshire mark an increase of 44 on the 114 entered in 2010. These include several exciting international raiders with five from Ireland and a pair from Germany trained by Mario Hofer in the shapes of Combat Zone, third in the Internationales Super Handicap at Hoppegarten last month, and recent Deauville winner Ideology.

The Betfred Cesarewitch has attracted 33 more entries than last year with nine of those trained in Ireland, two in France and one in Germany. The Francois Doumen-trained Diamond Boy was second to Americain in a Deauville Listed contest last time while German raider Lacateno was runner-up in a similar contest at the same track on July 29.

Betfred is sponsoring both races for the first time and should any stable land the lucrative bonus being offered, the prize will be split so that the trainer receives £50,000 and the yard’s staff share the remaining £50,000.

Betfred chairman Fred Done said: "The Betfred Cambridgeshire and Betfred Cesarewitch are two of the most historic handicaps in the turf calendar and I'm delighted to be sponsoring both races for the first time this year.

"I hope that the £100,000 bonus will give trainers a real incentive to aim their very best horses at the two races and make this year's renewal of both the Cambridgeshire and Cesarewitch the best in recent memory."

The last trainer to win both races in a season was Sam Darling in 1925, who saddled Forseti to win the Cesarewitch having already taken that year’s Cambridgeshire with Masked Marvel.

The Roger Varian-trained Mijhaar, fourth to Nathaniel in the Group Two King Edward VII Stakes at Royal Ascot in June, has been installed as Betfred’s 8/1 favourite for the Betfred Cambridgeshire, while the Sir Mark Prescott-trained Tuscan Gold is the sponsor’s current 10/1 market leader for the Betfred Cesarewitch.

John Gosden saddled back-to-back winners of the Betfred Cambridgeshire in 2007 and 2008 with Pipedreamer and Tazeez respectively. The Newmarket handler had previously scored with subsequent champion Halling in 1994.

Tazeez is among Gosden’s four entries that also include Dhaamer, Questioning and Robemaker. The trainer has not yet captured the Betfred Cesarewitch and this year his single entry in the long-distance handicap is the progressive three-year-old, Manifestation.

Malton-based trainer Brian Ellison has entered 10 of his charges for the Betfred Cambridgeshire, notably Saptapadi who was fifth to Twice Over in a Group Two race at York last month and the useful hurdler Ultimate. Ellison’s eight entries for the Betfred Cesarewitch are headed by the talented hurdlers, Bothy and Neptune Equester.

Tony Martin took the Betfred Cambridgeshire in 1999 with She’s Our Mare and the 2007 Cesarewitch with Leg Spinner. He has entered Pires for the former while Buy Back Bob could represent in the latter.

Among the notable entries for the Betfred Cambridgeshire are the Hughie Morrison-trained (successful with Supaseus in 2009) Britannia Stakes victor Sagramor and the Marcus Tregoning-trained Boom And Bust who took the totesport Mile at Glorious Goodwood from the Roger Charlton-trained Proponent, with Pintura, trained by David Simcock, back in third.

Charlton, who won the race with Cap Juluca (1995) and Blue Monday (2005), could also saddle London Gold Cup winner Al Kazeem and Glorious Goodwood winner Cry Fury, while he has the improving Brown Jack Handicap victor Keys entered for the Betfred Cesarewitch.

Sir Mark Prescott has triumphed three times in the Betfred Cambridgeshire (1988 Quinlan Terry, 1997 Pasternak & 2003 Chivalry) and has entered the progressive Tenby Lady, while Tuscan Gold could bid to give him a first Betfred Cesarewitch success.

It is 35 years since Intermission gave Sir Michael Stoute victory in the Cambridgeshire and the trainer has entered Labarinto, 10/1 second-favourite with sponsor Betfred. The three-year-old landed a 10-furlong handicap at Glorious Goodwood on July 28.

The soon to retire Barry Hills has entered Maqaraat, while John Dunlop has engaged impressive recent Haydock winner Mahareb. Both are owned by Hamdan Al Maktoum.

Looking more closely at the Betfred Cesarewitch, Dermot Weld took the race with subsequent Melbourne Cup hero Vintage Crop in 1992 and the Irish handler could be aiming Rainforest Magic at the £100,000 bonus should either Stunning View or Rock Critic have already triumphed in the Betfred Cambridgeshire.

Ireland’s champion trainer Aidan O’Brien has entered a quintet for the Betfred Cesarewitch that consists of Group Three Queen’s Vase fourth Regent Street, Admiral Of The Red, Apache, Long Live The King and Nantucket Bay.

Aaim To Prosper prevailed in 2010 for trainer Brian Meehan, while Godolphin trainer Saeed bin Suroor could saddle Darley Sun, successful in the 2009 Cesarewitch when trained by David Simcock.

The Andrew Balding-trained Whiplash Willie landed a brace when winning at Glorious Goodwood last month, while the John Dunlop-trained Swingkeel won the Queen Alexandra Stakes at Royal Ascot in June.

The Queen’s Tactician, trained by Michael Bell, won the Listed John Smith’s Silver Cup at York on July 9 and is an interesting Betfred Cesarewitch entry alongside another Royal contender, Lingfield maiden winner Wayward Glance.

Others of note for the second leg of the Autumn Double are the David Pipe-trained Mamlook, Beyond, Big Occasion and Tasheba, while Nicky Henderson, successful in the race with Landing Light (2003) and Caracciola (2008), has entered Sentry Duty and Ascot Stakes winner Veiled. Micky Hammond could rely on Goodwood Stakes victor Hollins.

Noel Meade has entered top class hurdler Donnas Palm, while Ian Williams has engaged Shergar Cup Stayers’ winner Ile De Re and Petara Bay could line up for Robert Mills having landed the Summer Stakes at Glorious Goodwood last time.

Mark Johnston has engaged nine in pursuit of a third Betfred Cesarewitch success to follow Spirit Of Love (1998) and Contact Dancer (2004), including Duke Of Edinburgh Stakes winner Fox Hunt. Johnston also has six entries for the Betfred Cambridgeshire with Jutland leading the Middleham trainer’s pursuit of Betfred’s £100,000 bonus.

Betfred has released prices for both races and will be paying out on the first five home on all ante-post bets from the entry stages onwards.

Betfred Cambridgeshire - sponsors bet: 8 Mijhaar, 10 Labarinto, 12 Cry Fury, Tenby Lady, 14 Maqaraat, Maraheb, 16 Agent Archie, Al Kazeem, Boom And Bust, Dhaamer, Diescentric, Forte Dei Marmi, Markazzi, 20 Albaqaa, Club Oceanic, Dare To Dance, Invisible Man, Kirthill, Man Of Action, Naqshabaan, Nordic Sky, Pintura, Proponent, Questioning, Red Glich, Sagramor, Saptapadi, Sarrsar, Stunning View, Tazeez, Terdaad, 25 Absinthe, Aerial Acclaim, Anmar, Arlequin, Belgian Bill, Circumvent, Credit Swap, Distant Memories, Don't Call Me, Emirates Dream, Galiando, Haylaman, Heddwyn, High Twelve, Highland Knight, Hillview Boy, Hot Prospect, Jutland, Our Joe Mac, Paramour, Pendragon, Pires, Prince Of Johanne, Quick Wit, Rock Critic, Sahara Kingdom, Swop, Tinkertown, Truism, 33 Askaud, Atlantis Star, Axiom, Blaise Chorus, Brick Red, Capaill Liath, Combat Zone, Con Artist, Constant Contact, Dubai Hills, Fareer, Grumeti, Gunner Lindlay, Harrison George, Ideology, Invincible Soul, Janood, Kay Gee Be, Kings Gambit, Kingscroft, Leviathan, Little Rocky, Loving Spirit, Madam Macie, Mawaakee, Merchant Of Dubai, Nanton, Nice Style, Norman Orpen, Oceanway, Point North, Pravda Street, Printmaker, Riggins, Roayh, Robemaker, Seattle Drive, Shavansky, Stevie Thunder, Ultimate, Vanguard Dream, Voodoo Dream, Wannabe King, West Brit, 40 Desert Romance, Maali, Sadler's Mark, Sergeant Ablett, Vainglory, 50 Afkar, Arabian Star, Camerooney, Classic Colori, Dolphin Rock, First Post, Izzy The Ozzy, Kiwi Bay, License To Till, Night Lily, Peponi, Sam Sharp, Satwa Pearl, Tinshu, Tres Coronas, 66 Breakheart, Destiny Blue, Dhaular Dhar, Dream Lodge, Hawaana, Jo'burg, Koo And The Gang, Laughing Jack, Layline, Nazreef, Nelson's Bounty, Ravi River, Swiftly Done, Viva Vettori, 100 All For You, Daaweitza, Daring Dream, Eltheeb, Emerald Wilderness, Fujin Dancer, Full Toss, Jewelled, Shamdarley, South Cape, Toto Skyllachy, 150 Carragold, Follow The Flag, Global, Mattoral, Piceno, Sirgarfieldsobers.

Each-Way Terms: ¼ the odds 1-2-3-4-5

Betfred Cesarewitch - sponsors bet: 10 Tuscan Gold, 11 Veiled, 12 Keys, Rainforest Magic, 14 Admiral Of The Red, Fox Hunt, Mount Athos, Tactician, 16 Activate, Beyond, Big Occasion, Bothy, Colour Vision, Donnas Palm, Ile De Re, Petara Bay, 20 Aaim To Prosper, Apache, Bollin Judith, Buy Back Bob, Darley Sun, Kazbow, La Vecchia Scuola, Mamlook, Mystery Star, Pateese, Regent Street, Swingkeel, Whiplash Willie, 25 Ajaan, Ashbrittle, Bernie The Bolt, Diamond Boy, Ermyn Lodge, Gifted Leader, Hawk Mountain, Hollins, Long Live The King, Manifestation, Mountain Hiker, Never Can Tell, Ocean's Minstrel, Palomar, Planetoid, Plato, Plymouth Rock, Sentry Duty, Tasheba, 33 Abergavenny, Alazan, Alcalde, Bay Willow, Becausewecan, Blimey O'Riley, Bowdler's Magic, Dayia, Divapour, Downhiller, English Summer, Eshtyaaq, Exemplary, Halifax, Hawaafez, La Estrella, Lacateno, Mobaasher, My Arch, Nantucket Bay, Phoenix Flight, Regal Park, Rosewin, Sunwise, Waldvogel, Wayward Glance, 40 Advisor, Bow To No One, Braveheart Move, Cosimo De Medici, Dazinski, French Hollow, John Forbes, Lastroseofsummer, Sherman McCoy, Spiekeroog, Trovare, Wells Lyrical, 50 Forest Flyer, Gordonsville, Hong Kong Island, Jonny Delta, L Frank Baum, Magicalmysterytour, Money Money Money, Montparnasse, Nave, Neptune Equester, Petella, Red Anthem, Right Stuff, Rosewood Lad, Sea Change, Simonside, Slight Advantage, Soprano, Valid Readon, 66 Blackmore, Cotton King, Dark Ranger, Gogeo, Mohanad, Mr Crystal, Sancho Panza, Secret Tune, Union Island, 100 Kingsdale Orion.

Each-Way Terms: ¼ the odds 1-2-3-4-5

Lost In The Moment new Ebor favourite following latest declaration stage

Lost In The Moment is the new 6/1 favourite (from 7/1) with the sponsors for the Betfred Ebor following the latest declaration stage and a total of 65 horses have been left in ahead of Saturday’s race.

Saeed bin Suroor’s colt was arguably unlucky not to land the Goodwood Cup on his last start and there has been plenty of support for the four-year-old over the last week. The sponsors have also cut Mount Athos to 12/1 (from 14/1) following some decent money for last year’s Melrose Stakes winner.

“Lost In The Moment is winning the battle to be the Ebor jolly at the moment and has been the best-backed horse of the last week or so but Thursday’s draw will have a big say in which of the three market leaders goes off as favourite,” said Betfred spokesman George Primarolo.

Saptapadi is the 7/1 second-favourite with Modun just behind him at 8/1. The sponsors are also now paying out on the first five home in the Betfred Ebor from all bets placed from this morning onwards.

Betfred Ebor – sponsors bet: 6 (from 7) Lost In The Moment, 7 Saptapadi, 8 Modun, 12 (from 14) Mount Athos, Blissful Moment, Fox Hunt, Nehaam, Tactician, Tuscan Gold, 14 Bourne, Tominator, 16 Activate, Admiral Of The Red, Deauville Flyer, Eternal Heart, Harlestone Times, Ile De Re, Mountain Hiker, Regent Street, Vulcanite, Zuider Zee, 20 Apache, Bowdler’s Magic, Cill Rialaig, Elyaadi, Halicarnassus, Halifax, Icon Dream, Investissement, Montaff, Moyenne Corniche, One Hundred, Salute Him, Sharaayeen, 25 bar.

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Coolmore Nunthorpe Stakes – Betfred bet: 7/2 Hoof It, 11/2 Bapak Cinta, 6 Bated Breath, Sole Power, 8 Masamah, Requinto, 9 Prohibit, 10 Masamah, 14 Best Terms, Wizz Kid, 16 Inexile, 20 Captain Dunne, Kingsgate Native, 25 Hamish McGonagall, Invincible Ash, 33 bar.

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Betfred Sprint Cup – sponsors bet: 7/2 Dream Ahead, 4 Deacon Blues, 5 Bated Breath, 7 Society Rock, 8 Delegator, 10 Zoffany, 14 Elzaam, Hooray, Laddies Poker Two, Sole Power, 16 Bewitched, Genki, Maqaasid, Markab, Wootton Bassett, 20 Hitchens, Kingsgate Native, Marchand d’Or, Masamah, Monsieur Chevalier, Regal Parade, War Artist, Wizz Kid, 25 bar.

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Ladbrokes St Leger – Betfred bet: 3 Seville, 5 Census, 6 Sea Moon, Treasure Beach, 7 Memphis Tennessee, 8 Blue Bunting, Brown Panther, Masked Marvel, Namibian, 10 Fiorente, 16 Wild Coco, 25 French Navy, Wonder Of Wonders, 33 Aloeil, Apache, Laatafreet, Solar Sky, 40 bar.

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Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe – Betfred bet: 3 Pour Moi, 7/2 So You Think, 5 Nathaniel, Workforce, 7 Sarafina, 10 Meandre, 12 Baraan, 14 Galikova, Golden Lilac, 16 Behkabad, Fame And Glory, Victoire Pisa, 20 Casamento, Planteur, Reliable Man, St Nicholas Abbey, 25 Cape Blanco, Havant, Midday, Seville.

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QIPCO 2000 Guineas – Betfred bet: 8 Harbour Watch, 10 Power, 20 Frederick Engels, Noble Mission, 25 Lilbourne Lad, 33 Choir, Gatepost, Samminder, Zip Top, 40 Parish Hall.

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QIPCO 1000 Guineas – Betfred bet: 4 Maybe, 8 Discourse, 9 La Collina, 12 Gamilati, 16 Fallen For You, 20 Firdaws, Fire Lily, Questing, 25 Angels Will Fall, Best Terms, 33 Samitar, Shumoos, 40 Miss Work Of Art, 50 Nemushkr, Sajwah.

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Investec Oaks – Betfred bet: 8 Maybe, 20 Was.

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Investec Derby – Betfred bet: 16 Camelot, Fencing, 20 Apollo, 25 David Livingston, Top Offer, 33 Harvard N Yale.

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Mystery Punter lands totescoop6 bonus of £613,928

An anonymous totesport punter landed the totescoop6 bonus fund last saturday after Hoof It defied the statistics to carry top-weight to victory in the Stewards’ Cup.

The three winners of the previous weekend’s win fund all chose a different horse in the bonus race with the other two on Mac’s Power and Colonel Mak, the latter being the selection of Linda Piatkowska who was the £2 Scoop6 player who placed her bet in a Betfred shop in Dartford.

This means the anonymous punter adds a further £613,928 to the £173,374 he won last weekend taking his total totescoop6 winnings to £787,302.

"Hoof It landed the final leg of last weekend’s totescoop6 and we take our hats off to the bonus winner who kept the faith with Mick Easterby’s gelding to land a life-changing sum of money at Glorious Goodwood," said Betfred chairman Fred Done.

Last saturdays totescoop6 win fund was not won and although the bet did go all the way to the final leg, both tickets were on Pastoral Player who couldn’t land a blow behind eventual winner Hoof It. This means there is a total of £66,392 which is carried forward to next Saturday whilst the bonus pot starts again at £28,454.

A total of £189,684 was bet into last saturdays pool and there were only 39 winners of the place fund, each of whom picks up a healthy £972.70.

Betfred announce sponsorship of Betfred Ebor

Bookmakers Betfred have announced that they will be sponsoring the Betfred Ebor at York this year for the first time following their successful purchase of the Tote.

The Betfred Ebor, which was first run on the Knavesmire in 1843, is the most valuable handicap run in Europe with a total prize fund of £210,000 and was first sponsored by the Tote back in 1976. The race will be run for the first time on a Saturday this year and the Betfred Ebor will be the feature race on the final day of the Welcome To Yorkshire Ebor Festival.

Mount Athos and Saptapadi currently head the market with the sponsors for the race at 10/1 with the quintet of Blissful Moment, Fox Hunt, Quest For Peace, Tactician and Tuscan Gold all next in the betting at 12/1.

“I’m delighted to be sponsoring the Betfred Ebor for the first time this year and hope that this will be the beginning of a long-standing and fruitful relationship with York racecourse,” said Betfred chairman Fred Done.

“The Ebor has been one of the cornerstones of the Tote’s sponsorship portfolio for years and I plan to make the race bigger and better than before under the Betfred banner.”

Betfred will also be sponsoring the Betfred Melrose Stakes on the final day of the Welcome To Yorkshire Ebor Festival, a race which has grown both in value and stature since the festival was extended to four days.

Run over the same distance as the Ebor, it provides the perfect opportunity for three-year-olds that have not managed to get into the big race and was won last year by Mount Athos, who is the current 10/1 joint-favourite for this year's Betfred Ebor with the sponsors.

Betfred Ebor – sponsors bet: 10 Mount Athos, Saptapadi, 12 Blissful Moment, Fox Hunt, Quest For Peace, Tactician, Tuscan Gold, 14 Bourne, Modun, Rock A Doodle Doo, Sense Of Purpose, Tominator, 16 Activate, Admiral Of The Red, Bauer, Deauville Flyer, Eternal Heart, Harlestone Times, Kazbow, Mountain Hiker, Moyenne Corniche, Red Cadeaux, Regent Street, Spirit Of Adjisa, Vulcanite, Warlu Way, Zuider Zee, 20 Apache, Blue Bajan, Bowdlers Magic, Cill Rialaig, Elyaadi, Freedom, Halicarnassus, Halifax, Hawk Mountain, Investissement, Lost In The Moment, Montaff, Nehaam, Old Hundred, Pekan Star, Plato, Salute Him, Sharaayeen, Theology, Western Pearl, 25 Ajaan, Bergo, Classic Vintage, Cosmic Sun, High Office, High Twelve, Hillview Boy, Hits Only Vic, Ile De Re, Incendo, La De Two, Libertate, Life And Soul, Line Of Duty, Long Live The King, Nanton, Never Forget, Precision Break, Regal Park, Right Step, Royal Swain, Sirvino, Tastahil, The Betchworth Kid, Woolfall Treasure, 33 Bay Willow, Becausewecan, Buxted, Caymans, Chock A Block, Crackentorp, Crimson Knight, Geordieland, Icon Dream, Kidnapped, Magicalmysterytour, Merchant Of Dubai, Mystery Star, Nave, Plymouth Rock, Sabotage, Ted Spread, Trovare, 40 English Summer, 50 Gogeo, La Vecchia Scuola, Lady Chaparral, Ravi River, Uphold, Very Good Day, 66 Rangefinder, 100 Sirgarfieldsobers.

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Prices subject to fluctuation

Small-staking Betfred shop punter one of three winners of totescoop6

A lady from Kent has won £173,203 for just £2 in a Betfred shop on Saturday.

She was one of three winners of this weekend’s totescoop6 who pick up a total of £173,203 each and now have a chance to go for next weekend’s huge bonus rollover of £613,928.

A total of seven tickets were left in going into the final leg at York and Hoof It, owned by Chubby Chandler and Lee Westwood, winning at 3/1 ensured three punters picked up just over 173 grand each.

‘I’m delighted the totescoop6 has been won especially as one of the three winners staked just £2 in a Betfred shop in Kent,’ said Betfred boss Fred Done.

“We wish the winners the very best of luck as they chase next weekend’s monster bonus fund. I’ve always been a huge fan of the totescoop6 and want to make next Saturday’s even bigger.”

A total of £493,802 was bet into this afternoon’s pool and there were 578 winners of the place fund, each of whom picks up £170.80.

totescoop6 dividends - 23/07/11

Win: £173,203
Place: £170.80

totescoop6 rollovers – 23/07/11

Bonus: £613,928

totescoop6 leg breakdown – 23/07/11

After Leg 1 - 2.00 York: Last Bid 80,084
After Leg 2 - 2.15 Newmarket: Club Oceanic 16,828
After Leg 3 - 2.30 York: Tenby Lady 2,313
After Leg 4 - 2.45 Newmarket: Bonnie Brae 84
After Leg 5 - 3.20 Newmarket: Swiss Dream 7
After Leg 6 - 3.40 York: Hoof It 3

Betfred announce Glorious Goodwood Sponsorship Deal

Bookmakers Betfred are delighted to announce they will be sponsoring two races on Ladies Day at Glorious Goodwood.

The bookmaker will be sponsoring a handicap on Thursday which will be shown live on Channel 4 called the ‘Betfred The Bonus King Stakes’ and the last race on the card which is another handicap ‘The Betfred Stakes.’

Betfred boss Fred Done,

“I’m delighted to be sponsoring two races at Glorious Goodwood and I hope this will be the beginning of a new relationship with the Sussex track. The whole festival looks to be outstanding and I am delighted to be associated with a fantastic course and high quality racing.”

Goodwood Managing Director Adam Waterworth,

“We are very pleased to be welcoming Betfred as a sponsor to Glorious Goodwood, and as Fred has said I am sure it is the beginning of a great relationship that we can build on for years to come.”

Betfred Complete Acquisition of the Tote

Bookmakers Betfred have now successfully completed the acquisition of the successor company to The Horserace Totalisator Board (the “Tote”) for £265m.

Fred Done, Chairman of Betfred said,

“We are delighted that the deal is now complete, although the hard work is only just beginning. Our integration is going well and the Tote shops will be re-branded “Betfred” in the coming weeks, although the Pool will remain as the “Totepool”. Our plan is to grow the business for the benefits of all stakeholders, and of course the punter.”

Appointment of Chief Executive Officer

Betfred is delighted to announce the appointment of Trevor Beaumont, formerly CEO of the Tote, as the new CEO of the enlarged Betfred Group.

Trevor brings first-class experience in the racing and betting industry and has been CEO of the Tote since November 2004. Prior to this he was Managing Director of Coral Eurobet, Racing Director of the British Horseracing Board, and Managing Director of the betting and gaming division of UKbetting PLC.

Trevor Beaumont commented:

“After over six years at the Tote I am pleased my association will continue once the sale process is completed. I am excited about working on the integration of the two companies and I am convinced the enlarged group will be good for Racing and for employment opportunities.”

Separately, Betfred also announces the appointment of Joe Scanlon as the Director of Racing for the enlarged group. Prior to this Joe was Managing Director of the Tote having started his career in 1978 as a shop manager. Joe will work with the racecourses on developing new commercial relationships with horse racing. Joe will also be a member of the newly formed Tote Development Racing Board.

Joe Scanlon said:

“It’s going to be a new challenge and I’m really looking forward to developing Betfred’s relationship with horse racing. I believe we can grow the sport for everyone’s benefit.”

Commenting on the two appointments, Fred Done, Chairman of Betfred, said:

"I am delighted Trevor has accepted my invitation to become Betfred CEO. His deep knowledge of the Tote makes him the ideal person to lead the integration of Betfred and the Tote and to help us realise the great potential we have from bringing the two businesses together. Joe Scanlon will be a welcome addition to the team with his extensive experience and I am looking forward to working with both Trevor and Joe.”

BETFRED BOSS FRED DONE EXPLAINS THE TOTE DEAL

Betfred confirms the successful acquisition of the Tote -
Racing to benefit from more than £155m over 7 years

Betfred is pleased to confirm that it has entered into binding contracts with the Secretary of State for the Department of Culture, Media and Sport to acquire the successor company to The Horserace Totalisator Board (the “Tote”) for £265m. This comprises an initial payment of £150m and further amounts, including interest accrued, of £115m. As part of the transaction, Betfred will be awarded an exclusive seven year licence to operate pools betting on UK racecourses and is acquiring the Tote’s 517 shops and online businesses.

Highlights:

Partnership with Racing

Betfred commences a long term working partnership with Racing to develop jointly, and further commercialise, the world's leading Racing industry
Racing to benefit from more than £155m over 7 years
Betfred committed to payments to Racing of £11m to March 2012 and an expected £9m annually for the subsequent six years thereafter
Racing will also benefit from over £90m, representing 50 per cent. of net proceeds to Government
Betfred to establish the Tote Racing Development Board with members from the key racecourse groups, alongside Betfred, focused on the commercialisation of the Tote for the benefit of Racing and Betfred
The Tote brand will remain on all UK racecourses
The enlarged Betfred Group will be the country’s biggest sponsor of Racing
Betfred will develop Racing’s Big Society Initiative, which will raise money for charities and encourage more people to go Racing

Attractive employment opportunities within the enlarged Betfred

Betfred provides strong prospects and opportunities to Tote staff after a prolonged period of uncertainty
Betfred is a well-capitalised and stable custodian for the Tote
Enlarged group will employ approximately 9,000 and be a leading employer in the North West
Attractive and enhanced career prospects across the group
Betfred looks forward to benefiting from the skill set and specialist expertise of Tote employees

Good news for customers

Betfred LBO estate now in excess of 1,350 – the Tote shops will be rebranded Betfred
New opportunity for punters across the UK to enjoy value, unique bonuses and innovative bets from the Bonus King

Betfred’s CFO and Chairman of the newly formed Tote Racing Development Board, Barry Nightingale, said:

“We are very pleased to have been selected by Government to be the new, long-term owners of the Tote. I am absolutely confident that, working with Tote management and employees, we will together be able to grow the business, develop the pool and, through its success, be able to return more to the Racing industry.”

Executive Chairman of Betfred, Fred Done, said:

“Buying the Tote has been an ambition for years, so I am absolutely delighted. The Tote is an opportunity I just could not miss. I love racing and I believe we have the greatest in the world. Over the coming months I will develop the Tote’s relationship with the sport into a highly successful commercial partnership.

“I am thrilled and excited by the opportunities ahead, I extend a big welcome to Tote staff and, now this long process is over, I can’t wait to get going with the job of bringing our businesses together. ”

Notes to editors

Clasen+Co. Limited and Global Leisure Partners LLP are acting as joint financial advisers to Betfred in relation to the acquisition.

The transaction is funded by new banking facilities from a consortium of banks led by RBS, Barclays, Santander, Co-op and Yorkshire and is expected to close in July.

As part of the transaction, Betfred will pay £25m to the Tote’s defined benefit pension scheme, the Horserace Totalisator Board (1968) Pension Scheme, which has been agreed with the scheme’s trustees and has received clearance from the Pensions Regulator.

Racing's first ever Big Society Raceday--a new Betfred initiative to support local charities, communities, and racecourses

Betfred announces a new initiative to raise money for Charity and to encourage more people to come racing. It will launch racing's first ever Big Society Raceday on the first day of the Betfred Sprint Festival at Haydock Park in September this year. In addition to sponsoring all races on the day, Betfred and the Fred Done Charitable Foundation are donating 5000 tickets to local charities and paying for transport to the course. The Charities have the opportunity to sell the tickets to raise money, or they may decide to use the opportunity to provide hospitality.

Commenting today, Barry Nightingale, Betfred CFO said:

"We are delighted to announce this new initiative at a time when government is urging business to think of innovative ways to contribute more broadly to society. This works for racing because it helps racecourses reach new audiences, it works for Betfred and it works for our communities and charities in the North West. The idea has already caught the imagination of many charities, one of which I am personally involved in.

Our plan was to announce this, along with a number of other initiatives with racing, after our bid for the Tote was completed. In light of the prolonged public auction, we have decided to bring the initiative forward as we continue to press our case to government. It highlights again our long term support of the racing industry, where we have privately had significant support for our bid. We believe government will welcome the idea, particularly as it seeks effective ways of distributing the 50% proceeds from the Tote sale which it has promised will be made available to racing.”

Betfred's offer for the Tote delivers £45m more for Racing

Further details of SIP’s bid, which have yet to be made fully public outside the Racing industry, have emerged which suggest a value gap to Racing of over £45m over seven years. This reinforces Betfred’s long-held belief in the greater value its bid gives both to Government and to the Racing industry.

Betfred understands that this weekend SIP was continuing to approach potential investors to seek support for its proposal. In a widely distributed investment memorandum, SIP outlines various details which we believe raise a number of serious questions on the value and deliverability of SIP’s offer to Racing versus that of Betfred's.

Commercial payments to Racing

It is understood that SIP is proposing "£7m per annum for commercial arrangements with racecourses". This compares with Betfred's £11m in the first year and £9m for years two to seven, to the end of the exclusive licence. Over the life of the contract, Betfred provides Racing an additional £16m.

Charitable payments to Racing

It is understood that SIP is offering a further annual "£4m for Racing charitable ends". This annual charitable commitment is grossed up by SIP using a “multiple of 23x”. Betfred questions how this multiple has been arrived at. SIP’s charitable donation replaces the 50% of net proceeds to Government. This compares to Betfred, where the industry receives an amount of £57.5m. Over the seven years of the licence this represents an additional amount of £29.5m from Betfred.

Partnership with Racing: Tote Racing Development Board

This weekend, Betfred confirmed that it is in discussion with racecourse groups on the creation of a new Tote Racing Development Board. Chaired by Barry Nightingale, CFO of Betfred, the Board will comprise senior executives from the major racecourse groups, an elected representative for the independent courses and the Director of Racing at the Tote, a post to be created by Betfred on completion of the Bid. It will meet at least quarterly, will set the agenda for the development of the Tote Racecourse Partnership and be key to decision making, growth and the commercialisation of the Tote in the UK and internationally.

Certainty of funding and deliverability

Betfred's offer is fully underwritten, principally by relationship banks, and Betfred is ready to sign a transaction now. Betfred will be long term custodians of the Tote and strong commercial partners to Racing. SIP has previously indicated that its deal would be all equity and would not involve Private Equity. The SIP memorandum indicates its intention to put in place or roll over “£50m debt” and, last week, it announced the involvement of Private Equity firm Oakley Capital.

Barry Nightingale, Betfred CFO said:

“From our understanding of the numbers, we are disappointed not to receive the full support of the Racing community. By supporting SIP the industry is sacrificing £45m for board seats and 10% of the equity in a company with an uncertain ownership structure. Betfred will be long term custodians of the Tote and strong commercial partners to Racing. We continue to press our case to all in the industry and we are, today, having further constructive discussions directly with key figures in Racing”.

Creation of new Tote Racing Development Board

Betfred confirms that it is in discussion with racecourse groups on the creation of a new Tote Racing Development Board. Chaired by Barry Nightingale, CFO of Betfred, the Board will comprise senior executives from the major racecourse groups, an elected representative for the independent courses and the Director of Racing at the Tote, a post to be created by Betfred on Completion of the Bid. It will meet at least quarterly, will set the agenda for the development of the Tote Racecourse Partnership and be key to decision making, growth and the commercialisation of the Tote in the UK and internationally.

Barry Nightingale, Betfred CFO said:

"This new body gives racing a direct voice at the table to influence the commercialisation and development of the Tote and will also enable Betfred to benefit from the experience and knowledge of those who run the racecourses. It will be a tight forum for decision making and, consistent with our overall strategy for the Tote and for racing, it aligns common interests. In conjunction with our commitment of £120m to racing over 7 years, we believe this new Board will provide the leadership to strengthen UK racing significantly, and support growth and jobs."

RACING TO RECEIVE AT LEAST £120 MILLION IF BETFRED TOTE BID SUCCEEDS

Betfred Executive Chairman Fred Done has explained how the Racing industry is expected to receive at least £120 million should his company’s bid for the Tote be successful.

Betfred’s bid, valued at close to £200m, contains year-on-year payments, which, combined with the Government’s commitment to return 50% of the net proceeds of the sale to Racing, represents a substantial offer to the industry.

Fred Done said:

"The UK has the greatest horseracing in the world and we want the sport to thrive – that’s why our bid contains a strong commitment to the horseracing industry. We’re also delighted that the Government has chosen to return 50% of the net proceeds of the sale to Racing, so I believe a successful Betfred bid will see a financial return of at least £120 million.

We have a forty year track record of delivering growth and creating jobs. We want to buy the Tote because we want to grow and develop all of its component parts; and, in the long term, I believe the pool business will be the most important of those.

We have designed our offer to meet all the criteria Government has laid out. Our offer is fully financed and we have everything needed to conclude a transaction now.”

Betfred’s proposal for the Tote delivers value to all stakeholders and long-term financial backing for Racing

As the Government’s decision in relation to the disposal of the Tote is imminent, Betfred is today announcing the principal terms of its offer. Betfred’s proposal: ensures the Government has a complete exit from the Tote; secures value for the taxpayer; delivers support to the racing industry; and provides enhanced opportunities and security for the Tote’s employees and other stakeholders. Betfred has been partially released from the non-disclosure undertakings it gave to Government in order to make this announcement.

Successful and Guaranteed Exit for Government and a Certain Future for the Tote

Betfred’s proposal provides Government with a certain and total exit from its ownership of the Tote for a cash consideration. Betfred has fully funded financing provided primarily by its relationship banks and is ready to finalize and enter into binding documentation to acquire the Tote. After an extended period of uncertainty for the Tote, Betfred’s acquisition will provide the stability needed to implement a long-term strategy and grow the business.

Significant Value for the Taxpayer

Betfred’s proposal puts an enterprise value on the Tote of close to £200 million. This represents a substantial multiple of the Tote’s FY11 EBITDA (after contribution to Racing) and a premium to the trading multiples of the UK’s top two listed bookmakers.

Strong Support for Racing

Government has already pledged 50% of the net proceeds of the sale to Racing. Betfred supports this pledge and under our offer, that 50% represents significant value to Racing. Together with the proposals for the Tote contribution to racing, Betfred believes its offer will be worth over £120 million to Racing over the next seven years.

In order to ensure a smooth transition for Racing, and as a demonstration of good faith, Betfred will guarantee payments to Racing for FY12 with an aggregate value of £11 million.

Going forward, Betfred proposes placing the contribution to Racing on a more formal, certain and transparent basis than is presently the case and intends to enter into commercial arrangements with racecourses and others. Betfred expects a contribution of a minimum of £9 million per annum with a real opportunity for Racing to grow that amount by working with Betfred to grow Totepool and by performing under the new commercial arrangements.

Under the commercial agreements, the services that Racing currently provides to Totepool, such as sponsorship, marketing and provision of accommodation on racecourses would continue. The performance criteria to which the payments would be linked would include:

the number of race meetings going ahead as scheduled;
field sizes and quality; and
pool turnover from individual racecourses.

Following the acquisition, Betfred intends to:

develop Totepool’s relationship with Racing into a highly successful partnership; and
deliver more investment and real growth in Totepool than ever before.

Betfred is also very aware of the co-mingling and international opportunities relating to Totepool and is determined to exploit these more effectively to the benefit of Racing as well as the enlarged group.

Betfred aspires to grow Totepool into the world’s leading pools business in partnership with Racing.

Attractive Long-Term Deal for Employees and Pensioners

Betfred has a forty year history of creating jobs and its goal is to grow the combined Betfred/Tote business, offering attractive long-term opportunities for the employees of both companies. Betfred sees the proximity of the headquarters in Warrington and Wigan, and its long-term knowledge of, and relationship with the Tote, as being significant advantages in bringing the two businesses together quickly and successfully. The combination of Betfred's marketing expertise and the unique pools betting product will provide a focus for the enlarged group's energies.

Betfred has agreed terms with the trustees of the Tote's pension scheme and has received clearance from the Pensions Regulator for a substantial financial package to cover the loss of the implied covenant of Government.

Commenting on Betfred's proposal, Fred Done, Executive Chairman, said:

"Betfred is the best possible business partner for Racing as it is best placed to unlock the value of the Tote. The UK has the greatest horseracing in the world and we want the sport to thrive – that’s why our bid contains a strong commitment to Racing.

We have designed our offer to meet all the criteria Government has laid out. Our offer is fully financed and we have everything needed to conclude a transaction now.”

Betfred announced as Betview Awards Winner

Betview magazine is delighted to announce that Betfred has won the Betview Awards category of ‘Most Creative Marketing Campaign’ for their Deal or No Deal campaign.

The awards honour and recognize industry professionals on their exemplary achievement, ingenuity, creativity and overall hard work within the UK and ROI betting and gaming industry.

Over 700 guests at this year’s awards were amazed as they entered the Great Room at the Grosvenor and found this vast space transformed into a rugby stadium – the theme for the evening in anticipation of the forthcoming Rugby World Cup, complete with real turf and rugby posts. The event was once again hosted by former championship jockey and sports broadcaster Clare Balding – as well as England rugby star and World Cup winner Will Greenwood MBE.

Winners received a distinctive and exclusive engraved Betview Awards 2011 trophy, as well as a decanter of the classic Hennessy XO.

Betfred was selected as the winner in the category of ‘Most Creative Marketing Campaign’. The judging panel awarded this prestigious award to the project or initiative which has engaged potential customers the most.

Betfred’s campaign was a four week retail promotion for the new release of the Deal or No Deal slot game. The campaign took the bold step of blacking out all their shop windows for a week to get everyone talking, then followed up with sampling opportunities using game cards for free play. As a result of this campaign the Deal or No Deal game became the most successful slot game ever for Betfred.

A spokesperson for Betfred commented: “We took a big risk, this was the most controversial campaign we have done and the results have been just fantastic.”

“All our winners represent the very best that the British and Irish betting industry has to offer - excellence in customer service and social responsibility coupled with tremendous business acumen and innovative thinking,” said Justin O’Regan, editor of Betview Magazine. “These Awards demonstrate why betting operators have an integral role to play in our communities providing as they do an outstanding leisure experience for customers from all walks of life.”

BETFRED REFUNDING ALL BINOCULAR BETS

Bookmakers Betfred are refunding all ante-post bets on Binocular after it was announced last year’s winner would not run in the Champion Hurdle.

Betfred boss Fred Done said,

“I’m absolutely gutted that Festival week has started with this news and due to the exceptional circumstances of Binocular’s defection I have decided to refund all ante-post bets on the horse including all multiple bets. I have punters who backed the Nicky Henderson horse just after he won last year’s Champion Hurdle, and because of the manner of its withdrawal it only seems right to give punters their money back. I know AP McCoy very well and he will be gutted not to get the chance to defend his title on Binocular.”

But Fred Done will be hoping this is the only refund he has to do this week. The bookie has promised to refund all losing win singles if hot favourite Cue Card wins the Supreme Novices’ Hurdle, the very first race of the Festival.

Fred Done added,

“I know it’s a big risk refunding all losing bets if Cue Card wins but when you get to my age you need a bit of excitement. If the Colin Tizzard horse wins it will ruin the festival for me but that’s bookmaking. It’s all about taking risks.

All of Betfred’s offers for Cheltenham week can be viewed at:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R5CMw3tj-24

Betfred Hit the Bullseye with New Shop in Fulham

Bookmakers Betfred have opened a new shop in Fulham West London.

The shop was officially opened by five times World Darts Champion Eric Bristow MBE, and punters were able to play darts against the Crafty Cockney.

Eric said,

“It’s fantastic to meet all the punters and it’s great to be challenged by them. Some punters won some free bets off me but most importantly it was a good bit of fun.”

Betfred spokesman Mark Pearson,

“We are delighted with our new shop in Fulham and it’s part of our strategy to have a stronger presence within the M25. Because of our independence we can offer punters bonuses and offers which are not available anywhere else on the high street.”

Betfred’s new shop is on the North End Road in Fulham.

Betfred Submit Bid for Tote

Bookmakers Betfred have submitted their bid for the government’s Tote Betting business.

Betfred’s finance director Barry Nightingale said,

“We can confirm that we have put forward a compelling proposal which we believe addresses the Government's objectives whilst providing long term support to the horse racing industry.

We believe our proposal will create significant opportunities for the enlarged Betfred group to grow and develop, and will create attractive employment opportunities for both Betfred and Tote employees in the enlarged group.”

Betfred – “A Natural Partner for the Tote.”

Bookmakers Betfred have confirmed their interest in the purchase of the Tote.

This week an information memorandum for the government’s Tote Betting business was sent out to prospective bidders.

Betfred’s finance director Barry Nightingale said,

“If what the government is looking for is an experienced operator which knows the Tote estate and its customer base well and where there is an obvious cultural and geographic fit, then we will be able to make an excellent case both to racing and to government. Whilst we are both based in the North West, there is almost no local overlap of the estate, integration of the two businesses could be done with minimal disruption. We would be a natural partner for the Tote and for racing”.

Betfred Extend Wembley Deal

Betfred are delighted to announce they have extended their deal as the Official Betting Supplier to Wembley Stadium for a further four years until 2014.

Betfred will continue operating betting kiosks at the stadium including all FA Cup and England senior matches as well as offering England fans the best betting offers.

Betfred boss Fred Done said, “I am delighted to have extended the deal with Wembley Stadium. We have been the Official Betting Supplier since the new stadium opened in 2007 and I am delighted with the association. I am very proud to see Betfred kiosks at Wembley and as a proud England fan, although I’m still gutted we didn’t get the World Cup in 2018, I hope I can pay out a few quid to my fellow England supporters over the next four years.”

FA Group Head of Sponsorship Peter Daire added: “Having an in-stadium betting provider is an important part of a sports fan’s day out so I am really pleased that we have renewed our deal with Betfred, who have been a key partner of Wembley since the stadium opened”.

Betfred have opened a new flagship shop in the centre of Manchester

Punters Bank on Betfred with New Flagship Shop

Independent bookmakers Betfred officially opened a new flagship shop in the centre of Manchester.

It’s the bookmakers 832nd shop and has transformed a former bank into a state of the art bookmakers.

Betfred boss Fred Done is delighted with his new acquisition,

“I started with just one shop in 1967 and I am proud to open my best ever premises in the centre of Manchester. I’m a proud Mancunian and the city’s punters can now watch sport in real comfort and spacious surroundings. Betting shops have come on a long way in 43 years.”

To officially open Manchester’s biggest betting shop punters were able to challenge professional darts player Peter Manley at darts.

They were also treated to a question and answer session with former Man City player Gary Owen and representing the red half of Manchester Denis Irwin.

“It was fantastic to hear two former players speak so candidly,” said Peter Smith from Withington. “And although I’m a blue I still got Denis Irwin’s autograph.”