Sir Alex Ferguson, the legendary former manager of Manchester United, is not just a football icon. Since retiring from football 11 years ago, he has become a regular spectator at big horse racing events. This year’s Cheltenham Festival is no exception, as Sir Alex Ferguson has six horses running in various races throughout the week. Let’s take a closer look at the horses he’s pinning his hopes on.
A Legend Turns to Horse Racing
Sir Alex Ferguson has always had a passion for horses, and he’s no stranger to the excitement and thrill of the racing world. With his experience and love for the sport, it comes as no surprise that he is involved in such a prestigious event like the Cheltenham Festival.
Thursday’s Highlight: Ryanair Chase
On Thursday, four of Sir Alex Ferguson’s horses will be in action, with two of them set to feature in the highly anticipated Ryanair Chase. Protektorat and Hitman are the contenders for this race, and Sir Alex is confident that they will give a good performance. Speaking to Thoroughbred Daily News, he said, “I think Hitman will do well. He might just surprise people.”
A Promising Lineup
Apart from Protektorat and Hitman, Sir Alex Ferguson’s other horses running throughout the festival are Monmiral, L’Eau Du Sud, Sonigino, and Il Ridoto. Each horse brings its own unique strengths and capabilities to the track. It’s an exciting lineup that Sir Alex believes has a good chance of winning.
The Race Schedule
To help you keep track of Sir Alex Ferguson’s horses, here is the schedule for when they will be racing:
Thursday, March 14
- 2.10pm: Pertemps Network Final – Monmiral
- 2.50pm: Ryanair Chase – Protektorat and Hitman
- 4.10pm: TrustATrader Plate – Il Ridoto
Friday, March 15
- 2.10pm: County Handicap Hurdle – L’Eau Du Sud
- 5.30pm: Martin Pipe Handicap – Sonigino
Dreams of Victory
Sir Alex Ferguson is no stranger to success, and he hopes to bring that winning mentality to the Cheltenham Festival. If all of his horses were to win, he could leave Prestbury Park with over £400,000 in winnings. It’s an ambitious goal, but one that showcases his optimism and belief in his horses.
As the Cheltenham Festival unfolds, all eyes will be on Sir Alex Ferguson’s horses. As a football fanatic turned horse racing enthusiast, his presence adds an extra level of excitement and anticipation to the event. We can’t wait to see how his horses perform and if they can bring home victory.
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