With just four runners in this Arkle trial, preference is for JPR ONE, who made a winning chase debut when the outsider of three at Newton Abbot last month. Selection: Calico 7/2 with Paddy Power 2.20, Cheltenham – SSS Super Alloys Arkle Challenge Trophy Trial Novices’ Chase (2m, Grade 2) Stablemate Walk In Clover could be dangerous off a low weight with Tristan Durrell in the saddle but Harry Skelton has chosen to ride Calico and he does not get it wrong too often.
Jonbon again had his measure at Aintree when Calico crashed out at the last when booked for second. Two outings later, he won readily at Southwell before causing a stir when bustling up Jonbon in a match at Warwick, giving best on the run-in. His first chase start last season came at Chepstow where he was second, seven lengths behind Datsalrightgino, with No Risk Des Flos back in fourth. Already used the Paddy Power sign-up offer? Take a look at more great bookmaker offers and the best betting sites.Ĭheck out the latest free bets to use on this week’s sporting action.ġ.45, Cheltenham – Mucking Brilliant Paddy Power Handicap Chase (2m)Ī competitive contest, as you would expect at the Cotswold course, and CALICO is the selection for the Skelton team.
