Unbeaten Willie Mullins dark horse he labelled ‘something special’ put on path to Cheltenham Festival glory
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WILLIE MULLINS looks to be plotting a path to Cheltenham Festival glory with an unbeaten dark horse punters think is 'all class'. The Joe and Marie Donnelly silks are best known for State Man in the Champion Hurdle. But it's another of their superstar squad of horses who may just spring a monster surprise this season.
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SIGN UP NOW. 18+ Ts and Cs apply. First month membership £1, then £3 per month unless you cancel at least 7 days before your next billing date. For more information contact help@thesun.co.uk. Step forward Anzadam, who, like State Man, started off racing in France before being snapped up by the genius Irish trainer.
Anzadam, labelled 'something special' by his trainer, is three from three and saw off Gordon Elliott's highly regarded Kala Conti by six-and-a-half lengths on his debut for Mullins. Thrown straight in at Grade 3 level at Fairyhouse, Anzadam drew away easily from the Grade 2-winning mare, despite giving her two pounds.
The son of former Derby winner Authorized had won both races across the Channel over the 2m trip and looks all speed. He looks set to test his credentials at the top level in the Irish Champion Hurdle at Leopardstown on February 2. But it was his inclusion in the Champion Hurdle entries that drew intrigue.
