Nico de Boinville, Emma Lavelle and Davy Russell give their expert verdicts
Betfair Hurdle hero Jack Quinlan and bet365's Pat Cooney also join our panel
Do you see any dangers to Altior in the Queen Mother Champion Chase?
Pat Cooney, bet365 odds compiler Just Min and Politologue stand in his way, but they are real dangers as Min impressed last time and Politologue will also improve from Saturday’s race. Also, Altior did find it hard work winning last year’s Arkle at the festival, and Min and Politologue are better opponents this time. He looks more of a lay at around 8-11 than a bet to me right now.
Nico de Boinville, jockey Altior was very impressive and he can only improve for the race, but look what happened to Douvan last year. You can’t take anything for granted and it’s going to be very competitive if Min, Politologue and even Douvan turn up.
Emma Lavelle, trainer Altior is just very, very good. He jumped, travelled and quickened on ground that wouldn’t have been ideal and I can’t see what’s going to beat him.
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Published on 11 February 2018inFeatures
Last updated 19:02, 11 February 2018
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