Cheltenham Day 3 Preview - 16th march

The second running of the Festival Trophy Chase takes place at 2.35pm, a race added last year to fulfil the needs of top class mid-distance chasers. Thisthatandtother won the inaugural contest for Paul Nicholls, and that stable is well represented with 4 early entries headed by Armaturk. Eleven year-old Baracouda aims to recapture the glory days by adding to his 2 wins in 2002 and 2003 in the World Hurdle at 3.15pm. Mighty Man from the Henry Daly stable and Asian Maze representing Ireland's hopes are also at the top end of the market. Hold up horses have featured best in this race over recent years and the last 5 winners have all been from the first 3 in the betting. Other Races On Day Three:2.00pm - Novices' Handicap Chase.4.00pm - Plate Handicap Chase.4.40pm - Amateur Riders Chase Challenge Cup.5.20pm - Pertemps Final Handicap Hurdle.