🏇 Exciting times at Cheltenham Festival as the Gold Cup race promises a nail-biting finish! With a star-studded lineup, who will gallop to glory? 🌟
The spotlight is on favourites Gaelic Warrior and The Jukebox Man, Harry Redknapp’s pride and joy. However, don’t count out last year’s champ Inothewayurthinkin or the wildcard Spillane’s Tower. Each has their eyes set on that prestigious Gold Cup.
Six esteemed racing gurus have weighed in:
🔹 Ruby Walsh backs Gaelic Warrior for a possible Champion Hurdle-Gold Cup double, especially if it rains. ☔
🔹 Richard Hoiles favours The Jukebox Man but sees potential in the underdog Spillane’s Tower.
🔹 AP McCoy sees talent in Gaelic Warrior but appreciates Jukebox Man’s story with Redknapp.
🔹 Jane Mangan also backs Gaelic Warrior with her heart rooting for Spillane’s Tower.
🔹 Racing editor Jason Heavey expects The Jukebox Man to shine for Redknapp, calling him an outstanding horse.
🔹 Lydia Hislop predicts a showdown between Gaelic Warrior and Jango Baie.
This race is open and anyone could clinch it, making for an unforgettable spectacle. Who are you rooting for in this epic clash? 🏆 Tell us your predictions below! 👇 #CheltenhamFestival #GoldCup2026 #HorseRacingThrills