A bit surprising to see him on good ground, but Kalashnikov has his first spin over fences this afternoon at Warwick
A bit surprising to see him on good ground, but Kalashnikov has his first spin over fences this afternoon at Warwick
Len Madeiros (9th November 2018)
I've layed him for a few quid on the basis that his sires progeny nearly always underperform their achievements over hurdlers when put over the bigger obstacles. Also the fact he's up against three decent rivals.
I suppose if you're going to oppose a hot favourite do it against an odds on shot first time up. It's a big call in this instance though Brian. He'd have an engine almost two stones better than this lot and even if he's not quite at his best, if his jumping is just okay, he wins this. Also I don't mind Kalanisi's to be honest. Quite a few carry their heads high and that's probably what you're referring to I guess, but I haven't noticed that with Kalashnikov. It screams 'leave alone race' to me.
impressive round of jumping from Kalashnikov
He's beaten nothing but that was very impressive.
Very, and Warwick is a really good education for a two mile chaser.
I disagree PJ. All Champion Chasers generally can stretch out to either two and half or even three. A current case in point would be both Footpad and Altior are both possibles for the King George. There are many more examples. Because of the pace of a Champion Chase on a stiff track a horse needs a combination of speed and stamina. Kalashnikov looks well suited to my eye.
Some people say he’s the best since Arkle and that’s certainly true when you look at what he’s done
Trainer's quote on RacingUK
"He's probably 85 per cent [in terms of fitness] because we haven't been able to get him the grass much. We are probably looking at one more run this side of Christmas, then one more and head to Cheltenham a fresh horse. The dream is still alive.The Plumpton bonus (win at Plumpton and then the Festival) is very much on our minds"
A 2 horse novice chase at Aintree tomorrow?
What the hell
Some people say he’s the best since Arkle and that’s certainly true when you look at what he’s done
Nice performance from Bags Groove, notwithstanding a last fence lapse.
Looked OK didn't he.
Ah! but a man's reach should exceed his grasp......
Slightly under the radar at Ffos Las, Kilbricken Storm in the novice chase (and Acey Milan in the maiden hurdle).
The older I get the better I was.
granger (11th November 2018)
I was taken with Kilbricken Storm and particularly how he came back after the last. Will surely come on bundles for it