15:20 cheltenham Wednesday 11th March 2026

Gordon Elliott has dominated this contest with five of the past eight renewals going his way and FAVORI DE CHAMPDOU (2) could add to that tally. This proven course and distance specialist won by 8L on Trials Day and rates a leading contender. Velka Pardubice hero STUMPTOWN (1) has been laid off for five months with a view to landing back-to-back successes in this race. Boasts a two-from-two track and trip record. Main danger. DESERTMORE HOUSE (9) represents the shrewd Martin Brassil yard. Runner-up in the Spring Punchestown La Touche Cup. Major player. VANILLIER (4) likely represents as the Gavin Cromwell second string. Impressive when scoring by 1. 3L tackling 3m1f at Punchestown most recently. In the mix.