Walsh Reveals Main Hopes

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Ruby Walsh today revealed the four horses he believes are most likely to provide him with Festival success this year.

The Irishman said: 'Denman, Kauto Star, Equus Maximus and Mister Hight are my best chances this week, and hopefully at least one of them can win. I´m really looking forward to everything kicking off tomorrow.'

Walsh, who has ridden eight Festival winners in his career, is hoping that Kauto Star can give him a second victory in the Queen Mother Chase, while Denman is a hot favourite for the Royal & SunAlliance Novices´ Hurdle, Mister Hight is well-supported for the JCB Triumph Hurdle, and the Willie Mullins-trained Equus Maximus goes for the Weatherbys Champion Bumper.

Speaking after walking the course, Walsh gave his verdict on the Cheltenham going.

He reported: 'I´d say the ground is just barely on the slow side of good. If the rain stays away then it should be good ground for the week.'

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