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Skelton's Festival Quartet Aims for Glory
2 Mar
Summary
- Dan Skelton has contenders in all four feature races.
- His father is a dual Olympic showjumping champion.
- He trained under Paul Nicholls during a golden era.
Dan Skelton is poised to make a significant impact at the upcoming Cheltenham Festival, fielding contenders across all four of its prestigious feature races. This ambition is deeply rooted in his background as the son of dual Olympic showjumping champion Nick Skelton and his formative apprenticeship with renowned trainer Paul Nicholls.
During his time at Ditcheat, Skelton witnessed firsthand the dominance of horses like Kauto Star and Denman. Now, as a leading British trainer, he aims to achieve similar triumphs with his own string, featuring The New Lion, L'Eau Du Sud, Kabral Du Mathan, and the highly anticipated Gold Cup contender, Grey Dawning.
Skelton highlighted the exceptional nature of this National Hunt season, noting increased public interest and the high calibre of competition. He anticipates a fiercely contested Gold Cup, potentially evoking memories of legendary eras, and expressed pride in his team's performance throughout the season.
With over 30 horses expected to compete at the festival and 11 previous winners to his name, Skelton's Lodge Hill stable is in formidable form. He is particularly focused on Grey Dawning's Gold Cup bid, viewing it as a prime opportunity to showcase the sport's elite talent and create memorable racing moments.
