Gold Cup

Gold Cup
Equine Greats of the Cheltenham Gold Cup
by
James R Smith
A look at the best horses that have won National Hunt Racing's feature race, the Cheltenham Gold Cup, run annually during March at the Cheltenham Festival. The article considers some of the greats that have won this steeplechase and there subsequent place in the sport's history books.
http://ezinearticles.com/?Equine-Greats-of-the-Cheltenham-Gold-Cup
id=5488692 - Dec 03, 2010
Cheltenham Gold Cup Horse Race
by
Darren W Chow
The Cheltenham Gold Cup is one of England's greatest sporting events, second only to the Grand National in the steeplechase calendar. The Cheltenham Gold Cup is a three mile, two and a half furlong race with a horrible 237 yard uphill finish. It started in 1924 and was then considered to be no more than a form guide and trial for the Grand National. The reason for this was mostly due to the prizes...
http://ezinearticles.com/?Cheltenham-Gold-Cup-Horse-Race
id=2690013 - Jul 31, 2009
The Cheltenham Gold Cup
by
Dave Bartholemew
The Cheltenham Gold Cup is known as the Blue Riband of jump racing and the race is the most valuable National Hunt chase in Britain. Held at the end of the world famous Cheltenham Festival the race is ran over more than three miles and twenty two fences.
http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Cheltenham-Gold-Cup
id=5761806 - Jan 20, 2011
Don't Confuse Your Gold Cup Horse Races
by
Michael Chow
With the Cheltenham Festival upcoming, there tends to be some confusion over Gold Cups! The totesport Cheltenham Gold Cup Steeple Chase occurs on the fourth and final day of the Cheltenham Festival and is the feature event of the meeting. Run over three miles two and a half furlongs, it is a Class A Grade One chase open to horses five years and above. This is the race that brings the best European horse to the fore and cannot be underestimated in terms of its importance in the horseracing calendar of events.
http://ezinearticles.com/?Dont-Confuse-Your-Gold-Cup-Horse-Races
id=4044032 - Apr 02, 2010
How to Survive the Gold Cup at the Cheltenham Festival
by
Damian Carvill
The 2012 Cheltenham Festival is almost upon us and with almost a quarter of a million people expected to attend during the week, it can be a daunting and unpredictable experience. With the event's much-anticipated showpiece event, the Gold Cup, expected to be one of the closest in years, the 2012 festival will likely be the busiest ever. This guide is designed to help you get maximum enjoyment from the festival and ensure that you leave a winner, whether you bet on the horses or not.
http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Survive-the-Gold-Cup-at-the-Cheltenham-Festival
id=6891048 - Feb 19, 2012
Imperial Commander Snatches Gold Cup From Grand National Winner
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Darren W Chow
Imperial Commander snatches Gold Cup from Denman and Grand National winner Mon Mome. The whole surprise of the win was the fact that the race had been built up to the point of hysteria due to the perceived competition between main contenders Kauto Star and Denman.
http://ezinearticles.com/?Imperial-Commander-Snatches-Gold-Cup-From-Grand-National-Winner
id=4013555 - Mar 29, 2010
Gold Cup - Was This Loser the Best Trial Yet?
by
Matt B
A lot of fluff and nonsense, dear reader, has already been written on the subject of the reigning Gold Cup winner's chances of a repeat victory this time next month. And, as is always the case, those who believe the hype will go skint.
http://ezinearticles.com/?Gold-Cup---Was-This-Loser-the-Best-Trial-Yet?
id=1981123 - Feb 11, 2009
Broadway, Worcestershire - The Place to Be During Cheltenham Gold Cup Week
by
Simon Haughtone
Broadway dates its existence to a busy stagecoach stop for stages traveling from Worcester to London. This location provided a convenient stopover point for both travelers and horses for rest. Today, the "broad way" is the main street that is lined with red chestnut trees and well maintained grass fringes.
http://ezinearticles.com/?Broadway,-Worcestershire---The-Place-to-Be-During-Cheltenham-Gold-Cup-Week
id=2336153 - May 12, 2009
How to Win a Gold Cup in Solid Rider
by
Alex M Jackson
Solid Rider is a motorbike racing game that will dare you to ride your motorbike on a steep and rocky racing course. The game has a total of eight challenging levels plus a special bonus level. To get to the Bonus level, you will have to win at least one gold cup per level and that won't be easy considering the game's level of difficulty.
http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Win-a-Gold-Cup-in-Solid-Rider
id=7504144 - Feb 12, 2013
Barbados Experiences the Sport of Queens Annually at the Gold Cup Festival
by
Billy O'Dell
If you thought Barbados was all about sandy beaches, crystal blue water, and tropical drinks under the sun, you will be pleasantly surprised to learn differently. Barbados is an island of diverse pleasures, including the "sport of queens" - horse racing.
http://ezinearticles.com/?Barbados-Experiences-the-Sport-of-Queens-Annually-at-the-Gold-Cup-Festival