'Going into the King George with a fighting chance is incredible - and I think we have the one to beat'
Jango Baie's owner Tony Barney is dreaming of his biggest success
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Owner Tony Barney is expecting a few sleepless nights between now and Boxing Day, but he believes Jango Baie is the "horse to beat" in next week's blockbuster King George VI Chase at Kempton.
Barney, who owns last season's Arkle Chase winner under his Countrywide Park Homes Ltd banner, said victory in the £250,000 showpiece would top anything he has achieved in his three years involved in the sport.
He said: "I'm a very blessed owner, but I haven't slept at all [ahead of next week].
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