Gavin Cromwell says he is leaning towards the My Pension Expert Arkle Challenge Trophy at the Cheltenham Festival for his mare Only By Night.
The seven-year-old is three from three over fences after winning at Exeter on Sunday where she jumped well on her way to a cosy one-length win over Kilbarry Saint in the Listed Agatha Christie Mares' Novices' Chase.
With Cromwell having plenty of options for the Mrs Paddy Power Mares' Chase at Cheltenham over 2m4f, the Arkle has come to his attention for this mare, especially in light of Sir Gino's absence from the race.
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Speaking to William Hill, Cromwell said: “The unfortunate news of Sir Gino’s injury has definitely given us food for thought with Only By Night holding an entry in the Arkle.
"She jumps really well, but Majborough is a very good, talented horse.
“That said, we’re swaying towards running her in the Arkle instead of the Mares’ Chase now as it stands.”
Sky Bet are 8/1 Non Runner No Bet about Only By Night for the Arkle.
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