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Traders Change Prices for Cheltenham After Latest Action

Published

5 years ago

February 13, 2020

The Cheltenham Festival, slated to take place from Tuesday, March 10 to Friday, March 13, is one of the most eagerly awaited horse racing events on the National Hunt racing calendar in the UK. Each day will feature 7 races, with the first starting at 1.30pm GMT, and the last race taking place at 5.30pm GMT.

Punters closely monitoring the racers in the next few weeks and are set to bet on Cheltenham guide bookies the world over. And based on the latest race results traders are scrambling to change their prices on the favorites for the Cheltenham Festival.

The Gold Cup

This race is jump-racing’s Blue Riband, and it the finale for the Cheltenham Festival. Slated to take place on Friday, March 13, this Grade 1 racecourse is 3 miles and 2/5 furlongs long and has 22 fences that need to be jumped.

With a prize of £625,000, the Gold Cup is the most valuable non-handicap race in the UK, and only the best horses run this course. This year, there are about 28 potential runners, of which, Al Boum Photo is the big favorite, with odds at 7/2 to win the race. Santini has a 5/1 odds of winning the race, Delta Work has a 6/1 chance and Lostintranslation and Kemboy have 7/1 chances of winning.

However, the one horse that everyone has their eye on this year is Native River. According to the report by SportingLife, Native River won the Betfair Denman Chase at Newbury on Saturday, February 8.

Native River’s ranking before Saturday was at 14/1, but after the race, his odds went up to 12/1 for winning the Gold Cup at Cheltenham.

The Queen Mother Champion Chase

The Queen Mother Champion Chase is the National Hunt’s top minimum-distance chase, and is the main event of Day 2 at the Cheltenham Festival. Slated to take place at 3.30pm on Wednesday on March 11, this race will be run on the Old Course, which is about 2 miles long, and has 13 fences.

The Guardian reported on Altior’s last race, where he won the Game Spirit Chase at Newbury. Altior is expected to race in the Queen Mother Championship Chase at the Cheltenham Festival.

Ridden by jockey Nico de Boinville, and trained by Nicky Henderson, Altior has already won the Queen Mother Championship twice before, and now the odds on him have gone up; he is now at 2/1 joint favorite, along with Defi Du Seuil, to win it again this year. The racer’s previous odds were 3/1.

Cancun Pour Soi will currently be running with odds of 5/2, Cyrname with odds of 8/1, A Plus Tard at odds of 8/1, Cilaos Emery and Min at odds of 10/1, Politologue has odds of 20/1, and Sceau Royal and Dynamite Dollars have odds of 25/1 to win the Chase.

The Brown Advisory Handicap Chase

For this Grade 3 race, Clondaw Castle, who won at the races comfortably on Saturday at Warwick, has finally caught the eyes of punters and traders. Expected to run at the Brown Advisory Handicap Chase at the Cheltenham Festival, Clondaw Castle is now a new favorite, and his rating has been cut from 25/1 to 16/1 to win the race.

The Mares Hurdle

The favorite for the Mares Hurdle at Cheltenham, Indefatigable, has a current rating of 12/1 after she won her race at Warwick by a massive 6 lengths on Saturday.

Another surprise jump in ratings goes to Rouge Vif, whose odds to win the Arkle Change have gone up from 33/1 to 20/1 after he won the Agetur UK Kingmaker Novices’ Chase on Saturday, February 8, at Warwick. The 6-year old horse won his race by an easy 7 lengths.

The Pertemps Final

One For The Team won his Newbury race, and traders set his odds at 14/1 to win the Pertemps Final at Cheltenham. This will be One For The Team’s first showing at the Festival, so this horse, trained by Nick Williams and ridden by Chester Williams will be one to watch at the big races in March.

Ballymore Novices Hudle and Supreme Novices Hurdle

Chantry House, trained by Henderson and ridden by Barry Geraghty, won the 2-mile long Betfair Exchange Novice Hurdle in Newbury on Saturday. This 6-year old had made his debut at Cheltenham, and this was his second victory, keeping his record unbroken. Thanks to his victory at Newbury, Chantry House’s odds have jumped up from 20/1 to 10/1 for winning the Ballymore Novices Hurdle at Cheltenham this year.

Chantry House’s chances to win the Supreme Novices Hurdle at Cheltenham have also gone up to 10/1 after this good performance in the last races.

The one name that is on everyone’s lips for winning the Ballymore Novices Hurdles is Envoi Allen. His odds are stacked at 5/4 to win this race.

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At 6’10” and 260 Pounds of Power, NBA Scouts and Small Market Teams Believe Kévin Noulowe Belongs in the NBA

Published

3 weeks ago

November 28, 2024

Rosario Farell

For NBA teams in search of a dominant, athletic presence, Kévin Noulowe is an ideal candidate. The 6’10” forward brings together elite size, strength, and explosive athleticism that many believe make him an ideal fit for the NBA—if he can stay healthy.

Noulowe’s path to the top has been anything but conventional. A highly regarded high school prospect, he rapidly became one of the most coveted players in the junior college ranks. His impressive performances earned him All-American honors and a top-15 national ranking among junior college players, sparking the interest of over 60 Division I programs.

From there, Noulowe transitioned to play overseas in Armenia’s A League, where he made a major impact despite battling a knee injury. Averaging 13 points, 13 rebounds, 3 assists, and 3 blocks per game, Noulowe showcased his all-around game, proving he could dominate in all facets of play. Known as the most athletic big man the league had ever seen, he captivated fans with his rim-rattling dunks and above-the-rim play, quickly becoming a fan favorite.

Several NBA teams, particularly those in need of a versatile big man, have shown significant interest in Noulowe and have already spoken to his agent. With the NBA increasingly valuing big men who can stretch the floor, Noulowe’s focus on regaining full health and developing a consistent jump shot has only heightened his appeal. His combination of physical dominance and developing shooting ability has made him a player to watch for scouts.

What makes Noulowe truly exceptional is his physical prowess. With a powerful 7’3″ wingspan and a 40-inch vertical leap, he has the tools to be a game-changer on both ends of the court. Noulowe is a nightmare for opponents on defense, using his strength, agility, and length to block shots and control the boards. As a finisher, he can absorb contact and finish with authority, making him a versatile threat in the paint. Whether playing the 3, 4, or 5 positions, he is capable of impacting the game from anywhere on the floor and is poised to become one of the NBA’s strongest forwards.

Perhaps what sets Noulowe apart most is his unwavering determination. His relentless work ethic and commitment to improving his skills have kept NBA teams intrigued. His dedication to his craft and his drive to succeed have made him a standout prospect.

The verdict from NBA scouts and coaches is clear: when Noulowe is fully healthy, he has the tools to not only compete but thrive in the NBA. With his journey far from over, all eyes are on this 6’10” powerhouse as he looks to bring his game to the highest level.