Ken

When I heard about it yesterday I didn’t know he’d already accepted it. Seeing this photo today has sickened me to my core. Thinking of all the protests/gigs/fundraisers we’ve staged here for Palestine then to see him do this while Biden sends a further $8billion to kill more. 🤮

The 3rd race tomorrow looks GREAT I am actually SO EXCITED for this one Previous winners are always top dogs like Facile Vega, and Mighty Potter the last two... then the likes of Douvan and Faugheen in the past. They will all be trying their hardest to win it and I can't wait to see it unfold. It's a shame that Dysart Enos isn't around... again... but still a cracking field and a huge reunion for many who had a great battle at Cheltenham Slade Steel won the supreme which is a huge feat. He has won all 4 of his races that he hasnt faced Ballyburn (7l behind both times). Mystical Power was 1.5L behind in the supreme but SS looked better towards the end so an extra 60 yards here could suit. Worthy favourite for sure. I am sure loads will be tipping it but personally may find value elsewhere. Maybe that's me being stupid but at 5/4 I think its too short Mystical Power with has only ever lost to Slade Steel (when he was my choice at Cheltenham ugh) and won well at Aintree (with Firefox a close 2nd) but an extra 50 yards here may find him out. Walsh on board like always (for McManus). Don't think Paul had a choice here and has 'chosen' Tullyhill because he didnt. However as much as I am a big fan... at 11/4 I dont think he wins and I am happy to look elsehwere Tullyhill has Paul on board and you would assume its his preference over Ile Atlantique & Fun Fun Fun. Did win well in February here... but was spanked at Cheltenham by Slade Steel and co... and if I cam ignoring Mystical Power I am definitely ignoring Tullyhill here Firefox was 5L behind Slade Steel at Cheltenham and only half a length behind Mystical Power at Aintree lto. Still the only horse to have beaten Ballyburn. Could this be the time he gets back in the winners enclosure? Maybe. First visit to Punchestown and who knows, could love it. 8/1 is very high. Elliot will be desperate to win this. Extra 50 yards could suit over Mystical Power. Intrigued for sure. Price seems high. Probably going to be my pick Ile Atlantique has Danny on board for the first time (its usually Patrick or Paul). Did finish 8L ahead of Firefox at January at Naas but that was over 2m4f which suits him more so it doesnt make too much difference to me. Back at 2m I think he gets comfortably beaten. Paul must agree. He is 14/1 for a reason Asian Master a Willy outsider but was only 5 lengths behind Slade Steel at Cheltenham in The Supreme (still 8L ahead of Tullyhill). Before that beat Better Days Ahead by 10L the time before (who has since beaten Waterford Whsipers &Quai De Bourbon). The jockey is a family member (maybe son, nephew or grandson) I belive... and has ridden him all 5 times.. 20/1 looks a great shout I won't lie and severley overpriced. Intrigued for sure. King Of Kingsfield skipped the big races at Cheltenham and still got spanked. Was 7L behind Slade Steel the time before. I can't see him getting close. Jack must agree too by going for Firefox Fun Fun Fun was absolutely spaned by Jade De Grugy over further last month but won really well at Naas and Exeter over 2m before that. A lovely horse but I don't think wins. Paul must agree too Fascile Mode has zero chance. Spanked 5 of the last 6 by top horses... and in a race full of top horses in this race he wont get close. I think I am going to play an each way single on Firefox or Asian Master at the odds. Maybe both. Leaning towards Firefox just because I think Jack is elite and Mr Costello will give a brilliant ride once again I am sure... but when in the full battle I know who I would rather have on baord with no disespect at all Interested to hear everyones thoughts

We have some very sad news to break this evening regarding Shishkin.