Defi the clear form choice but he's far from unbeatable

Credit: Patrick McCann

In comparison to some of the other Cheltenham markets, there is a definite case to made for Defi Du Seuil being too big a price at 4-1 for the JCB Triumph Hurdle.

He clearly has the best juvenile hurdle form, he has plenty of course form and he stays really well, so provided he runs it is hard to see him starting anything but a short-priced favourite.

JCB Triumph Hurdle entries

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Published on 2 February 2017inHorse racing tips

Last updated 20:11, 2 February 2017

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