Cossack very doubtful for Cheltenham

Published at Jan 9, 2012, 14:52

Gordon Elliott has warned punters Champion Bumper ante-post favourite Don Cossack is "very doubtful" to make the journey to the Cheltenham Festival.

Since finishing fifth on his debut last spring, the five-year-old has turned in two impressive performances this season, winning by a full 18 lengths at Naas before landing a Grade Two prize at Navan last month.

Both Stan James and bet365 have the gelding at the head of their market for the big bumper at Cheltenham, but Elliott does not believe it is the right way to go with his exciting youngster.

"He's fine, but I'd say it's very doubtful he'll go to Cheltenham," said Elliott.

"He's done very well to win his two races this season, but he's nice horse with a big future and he'll either have just one more run this season or he won't run at all."

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