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14:25 Cheltenham

Betfair Cotswold Chase (Grade 2) (Gbb Race)

C1 | 5+

Winner GBP £70,338 - 6 runners

3m 1f 56y

Going: Soft

Surface: T

Race Tip

L'HOMME PRESSE (5) finished fourth in the G1 Cheltenham Gold Cup last year. Indicated promise when third attempting the G1 King George VI Chase on reappearance at Kempton and is more than entitled to come on for that run. Rates the one to beat. It is tough to get away from the form of a GENTLEMANSGAME (1) third-place finish in the G1 Savills Chase at Leopardstown over Christmas. Gives main selection 7lb and is rated 3lb inferior on official ratings. Formerly smart CHANTRY HOUSE (3) won a course and distance handicap chase in style here. Might feature back among open company. Drying ground will suit potential front-runner STAGE STAR (2).