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Imperial among 15 going for Gold

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Published at Mar 12, 2011, 13:41

Imperial Commander will face a maximum of 14 rivals when bidding to land the totesport Cheltenham Gold Cup for the second successive year on Friday.

All of the leading fancies stand their ground at the six-day stage including previous winners Kauto Star and Denman.

Their trainer Paul Nicholls has also entered Neptune Collonges and What A Friend, while his title rival Nicky Henderson relies on Long Run.

Kempes, Pandorama and China Rock are set to represent Ireland, while Tidal Bay will run for Howard Johnson.

The progressive Midnight Chase, Albertas Run, Carruthers, Synchronised and Weird Al complete the field.

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