Murphy's stable star ready to be unleashed in festival opener

Kalashnikov: the Betfair Hurdle winner can follow up in the Supreme Novices' Hurdle at CheltenhamCredit: Alan Crowhurst

Cheltenham Tuesday

KALASHNIKOV landed Newbury’s Betfair Hurdle in fine style last month and sets the standard in the Sky Bet Supreme Novices’ Hurdle (1.30).

Amy Murphy’s stable star has won three of his four starts over hurdles, with his only defeat coming at the hands of Summerville Boy in the Tolworth at Sandown on desperate ground.

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Dave EdwardsTopspeed

Published on 7 March 2018inHorse racing tips

Last updated 11:01, 7 March 2018

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