Betway Queen Mother Champion Chase Preview

Published on: 15/03/2016

Betway Queen Mother Champion Chase Preview

March 16, 2016 14:10pm - Cheltenham

Cheltenham Festival

All eyes will be on Un De Sceaux in this year`s Champion Chase. The clear favourite will attract plenty of betting activity but there are still a few question marks surrounding the eight-year-old`s temperament. On his day, he has the speed and the jumping ability to prevail but he is also prone to the odd mistake and much may depend on how Ruby Walsh guides his mount.

If he has an off day, then 2014 winner Sire De Grugy could be ready to pounce after showing a return to form over the last 12 months. He rode in five lengths behind the favourite at Ascot back in January and was also beaten (albeit narrowly) by 2013 champ Sprinter Sacre who will also line up in this race.

Sprinter Sacre pulled up when defending his crown in this event last year but has found some form again in recent trips.

Last year`s winner Dodging Bullets completes the line-up of former champions who will competing in this event. However, he did not convince on his one and only outing since his triumphant appearance last year.

Betting odds and tips

Despite a few slight concerns, everything points to Un De Sceaux. And he has the right man on board to bring him home.

He can be backed at 8/11 with Bet365.

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Betway Queen Mother Champion Chase - Last three years:

2013: Sprinter Sacre (7) - Barry Geraghty (Nicky Henderson)

2014: Sire de Grugy (8) - Jamie Moore (Gary Moore)

2015: Dodging Bullets (7) - Sam Twiston-Davies (Paul Nicholls)

By Neil Morris

Published on: 15/03/2016

Any odds displayed within this preview were correct at the time of publishing (15/03/2016 16:30:36) but are subject to change.