The Real Whacker shows promise for Cheltenham Gold Cup after strong performance in Cotswold Chase

The odds for the Gold Cup remained at 33-1 after Saturday’s race, and co-owner Mann, who also operates two hotels, a nightclub, and a pub, was optimistic about the performance of the eight-year-old racehorse, The Real Whacker. Sporting a striking full-length white fur coat, Mann welcomed the horse back to the winner’s enclosure, expressing confidence in its form and readiness for the upcoming Gold Cup. He praised trainer Willie Mullins and suggested that the horse’s strong finish was a positive indicator for its future performance.

Mann expressed confidence in The Real Whacker’s readiness for the Gold Cup, noting that the horse seemed to handle the race well and displayed potential for the future. He also highlighted the top-notch training by Willie Mullins and the horse’s strong finish, emphasizing the potential for success in the upcoming Gold Cup.

In a separate race, the seven-year-old also showed promise as it stepped out of novice company for its Cheltenham Festival warm up. Trainer Nicholls expressed satisfaction with the horse’s performance and noted that the race provided valuable learning experiences. He indicated that the horse’s performance had prepared it well for the upcoming festival and anticipated further improvements.

Nicholls expressed contentment with the seven-year-old’s performance, acknowledging the learning opportunities provided by the race and noting that the experience had prepared the horse adequately for the upcoming festival. He emphasized the importance of pacing and highlighted the potential for further improvement in the horse’s future races.