Denman 2009 Cheltenham Gold Cup Betting Tips

Denman is considered to be one of the most impactful horses on the modern UK horseracing scene. Trained by superstar Paul Nicholls, Denman has achieved victory on the biggest stages in the sport and looks to continue on his epic victory in last year's Cheltenham Gold Cup. Bred in the lush regions surrounding Cork, Ireland and owned by Paul Barber and Maggie Findlay, this horse has earned his reputation as one of the top quality Geldings in the world. Bred by Colman O'Flynn and boasting one of the biggest success ratios in current jumps-racing, you simply can't bet against Denman when he's in form- which is pretty much all of the time. Having achieved victory in the Challow Novices Hurdle, the Berkshire Novices' Chase, the RSA Chase, the Hennessy Cognac Gold Cup, Lexus Chase, Aon Chase and winning the massive duel with Kauto Star at the 2008 Cheltenham Gold Cup; Denman is favoured to repeat his performance last year and secure back-to-back Cheltenham Gold Cup victories. This Paul Nicholls protégé will go down as one of the all-time greats, regardless of how his 2008/9 season turns out. DENMAN BETTING TIPSBoasting such an incredible record, 13-1 in some of the top races in UK horseracing, Denman comes into the Cheltenham Gold Cup with a lot to live up to. In September 2008, Denman was diagnosed with an irregular heartbeat which led to an extended period of recuperation at Newmarket. Denman will not have raced until he makes his appearance at the 2009 Aon Chase at Newbury this February. Should Denman put in another vintage performance at the Aon Chase and not suffer any problems in the latter stages, you would have to put the smart money on him to secure the Cheltenham Gold Cup for the second year running. Momentum is going to be key going into this major race and the choice of jockey will also be influential in formulating your betting strategy. Should Sam Thomas pilot Denman again during this Gold Cup, you get the feeling that lightning may indeed strike twice. QUICK FACTSAge: 9Breeding History: Presenting-Polly PuttensBirthplace: County Cork, IrelandNickname: N/ARecord: 14 races with 13 wins