Willie Mullins confirms huge Cheltenham Festival fancy set to miss entire season

Facebook
Twitter
LinkedIn
Pinterest
Pocket
WhatsApp

WILLIE MULLINS has confirmed one of his huge Cheltenham Festival fancies is set to miss the entire season.

Multiple Grade 1 winner Il Etait Temps, who is owned in part by former England cricketer Craig Kieswetter, was awesome last campaign.

ReutersIl Etait Temps is likely to miss the entire season, his trainer Willie Mullins has confirmed[/caption]

He picked up top tier prizes at Leopardstown, Aintree and Punchestown.

THE SUN RACING MEMBERS ENCLOSURE

The only place to get Templegate’s tips first – and at the best prices – is by joining Sun Racing’s brilliant Members Enclosure.

Sign up now for just £1* to be part of racing’s best winning team and get…

Four free racing tickets, four times a year – worth £300
Templegate’s daily tips at the BEST prices before anyone else
Exclusive access to Templegate’s daily NAP
Tomorrow’s copy of The Favourite at 9pm today
Exclusive insights from top trainer Ben Pauling
VIP competitions from Racing Breaks each month

Become a member today for just £1*

*For the first month then £3 per month thereafter.

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 [email protected]

His only defeats at Grade 1 level came at the hands of superstar Gaelic Warrior.

But he wasn’t entered in the Champion Chase or Ryanair for the Festival.

And Mullins admits his only chance of a run this season would be at Punchestown at the end of April.

But a more likely scenario would be writing of the season entirely and coming back next year.

The legendary Closutton boss said: “I’m not sure he will make this season at all really which is disappointing.

“He just got a little knee trouble and we had him right and back in training and then it went wrong again.

“I’ve almost pulled the plug in my own mind and if he comes back for Punchestown that would be the very best thing.”

Il Etait Temps has earnings of £394,488 and has won six of his 16 career races.

FREE BETS – GET THE BEST SIGN UP DEALS AND RACING OFFERS

Commercial content notice: Taking one of the offers featured in this article may result in a payment to The Sun. You should be aware brands pay fees to appear in the highest placements on the page. 18+. T&Cs apply. gambleaware.org.

Remember to gamble responsibly

A responsible gambler is someone who:

Establishes time and monetary limits before playing

Only gambles with money they can afford to lose

Never chases their losses

Doesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry or depressed

Gamcare – www.gamcare.org.uk

Gamble Aware – www.gambleaware.org

Find our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.

Creator – [#item_custom_dc:creator]

Facebook
Twitter
LinkedIn
Pinterest
Pocket
WhatsApp

Never miss any important news. Subscribe to our newsletter.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

TOP STORIES