Ruby Walsh has been talking to Paddy Power about his Cheltenham Lucky 15 bet for the Festival. Read his thoughts below:
Lucky 15 Selections
| Date & Time | Race | Horse |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 12 March (17:30) | National Hunt Chase | Corbetts Cross |
| Wednesday 13 March (16:10) | Cross Country Chase | Galvin |
| Thursday 14 March (14:50) | Ryanair Chase | Envoi Allen |
| Thursday 14 March (16:50) | Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle | Jade Du Grugy |
TUESDAY 12 MARCH (17:30), NATIONAL HUNT CHASE – CORBETTS CROSS
Last season at the Albert Bartlett, Corbetts Cross was in a strong position approaching the final hurdle but unexpectedly veered away.
Since then, his chasing career has largely been successful, aside from a fall at Fairyhouse in his most recent outing.
This year presents an opportunity for Corbett’s Cross to redeem himself and secure a victory on the opening day for owner JP McManus.
Odds: 7/4
Horse: Corbetts Cross
Event: National Hunt Chase
Place Your Bet
WEDNESDAY 13 MARCH (16:10), CROSS COUNTRY CHASE – GALVIN
Choosing between Delta Work and Galvin was challenging, but Galvin’s performance in the Boyne Hurdle, where he finished as a strong fourth behind Hiddenvalley Lake, convinces me to favor him in the Cross Country Chase.
After a close second-place finish last season to Delta Work, he appears well-prepared for this 3m 6f challenge.
Odds: 9/2
Horse: Galvin
Event: Cross Country Chase (Offer: Non Runner Money Back)
Place Your Bet
THURSDAY 14 MARCH (14:50), RYANAIR CHASE – ENVOI ALLEN
Envoi Allen has been a strong contender in my mind for the Ryanair Chase, especially considering the value he presented since Autumn.
As last year’s winner, he has proven his capabilities at Cheltenham and stands a good chance of performing well again on the third day of the event.
Odds: 7/2
Horse: Envoi Allen
Event: Ryanair Chase
Place Your Bet
THURSDAY 14 MARCH (16:50), MARES NOVICES HURDLE – JADE DU GRUGY
Jade Du Grugy, undefeated in two races in Ireland following her initial win in France, shows promise of further success.
Her performances, coupled with her comfort on soft ground, position her as a top contender in the Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle.
