One trainer, one jockey, one horse and one race to watch on Boxing Day
Paul Nicholls is chasing the trainers' championship. He has 12 chances on Boxing Day. Three of them are in the Ladbrokes King George VI Chase (3.05). Clan Des Obeaux is going for a third King of Kempton victory. Bravemansgame is in a fascinating Lad brock Kauto Star Novices' Chase at 1.55. Danny Kirwan is competing in novice handicap chase at Kettleon (1.20). Roque It, Barbados Buck's and Saint Sonnet are racing at Wincanton.
Paul Townend has four rides at Leopardstown on Boxing Day. Last season's Cheltenham hero Sir Gerhard makes his debut over obstacles in the Thorntons Recycling Maiden Hurdle (12.35). Ferny Hollow is the Arkle favourite in a Novice Chase (2.20). Klassical Dream won the Supreme after riding under Townen in Leopardtown Maiden hurdles in 2018. State Man rides for Townens at 12.00. Fan De Blues is among the favourites for the "Bet Through The Free Racing Post App" Handicap Chase at 2.55.
Epatante won the 2019 Champion Hurdle at Kempton. She suffered a shock defeat to Silver Streak in the Christmas HURDLE last season. Nicky Henderson-trained mare is aiming for her fifth Grade 1 success over hurdles.
Ladbrokes King George VI Chase (3.05) takes place. Frodon is defending his title. Minella Indo, the mount of Rachael Blackmore, and Asterion Forlonge are the other contenders. Chantry House goes into an open Grade 1 for the first time. Clan Des Obeaux is the favourite.
