What is the new race plan for Minella Study?

Minella Study is scheduled to race at Musselburgh on January 31, followed by a potential run at the Cheltenham Festival.

Why is Adam Nicol sending Minella Study to Musselburgh?

Nicol opted for Musselburgh to provide Minella Study with a race six weeks before the Cheltenham Festival, avoiding a long gap.

Has Minella Study received any offers from other trainers?

Despite impressive wins, trainer Adam Nicol is surprised that Minella Study has not received any offers.

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Minella Study heads to Musselburgh after glowing Cheltenham run

15 Jan

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Summary

Minella Study will race at Musselburgh before the Cheltenham Festival.
Trainer Adam Nicol finds it amazing no offers have been made for Minella Study.
Minella Study achieved a rating of 138 after recent successes.

Minella Study heads to Musselburgh after glowing Cheltenham run

Trainer Adam Nicol has announced a revised race plan for his promising horse, Minella Study, targeting the Cheltenham Festival Trials meeting at Musselburgh on January 31. This decision comes after Minella Study's recent victories, including an impressive performance at Cheltenham, which have raised his rating to 138.

Nicol explained that the six-week gap between the Musselburgh race and the Cheltenham Festival is more suitable than a direct path to the March event. He expressed astonishment that no offers have been made for Minella Study, given the publicity and success the horse has generated. The trainer believes that with a top-class rating, Minella Study is undervalued in the market.

Looking ahead, Nicol hopes Minella Study will perform well at Musselburgh, continuing his impressive form before a potential run in the Triumph Hurdle. While not expressing outright confidence, Nicol is hopeful for a good performance, stating that if the horse runs to his rating, he should be competitive.