The complexion of the 2018 Champion Chase market changed dramatically from the moment Altior showed he will very likely be ready to perform to his best at the Cheltenham Festival after putting up an ultimately impressive looking seasonal debut display at Newbury. Perhaps, if Douvan turned up at the top of his game he could be offered up as a real threat to the Nicky Henderson chaser. That unlikely scenario aside, the way seems clear for Altior to claim the 2018 Champion Chase crown. I do not believe he is quite as obvious a winner as either Buveur D’Air or … Continued
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