Paul Nicholls Aims for Tenth Greatwood Gold Cup Win with Twinjets

Paul Nicholls is on the verge of achieving a significant milestone in his training career. He aims for his tenth victory in the BetVictor Greatwood Gold Cup with his top horse, Twinjets. This impressive horse has shown strong performances but faced a setback in his last race at Cheltenham.

Paul Nicholls and Twinjets

Paul Nicholls has been a dominant force in horse racing, securing the title of champion trainer 14 times. Between 2006 and 2016, he celebrated eight triumphs at Newbury, yet his last win in this prestigious race came in 2019, when San Benedeto triumphed.

Twinjets, a nine-year-old gelding, possesses a strong racing record, having won eight of his 18 starts. This season, he has achieved victories at both Fontwell and Newbury, carrying a weight of 12st. Despite needing to overcome a career-high mark of 148, Nicholls believes Twinjets has the potential to shine again. His previously promising run at Cheltenham ended prematurely when he unseated Harry Cobden at the seventh fence.

Ground and Conditions

Nicholls mentioned that Twinjets prefers good to soft ground, but even firmer conditions would be beneficial. “He likes Newbury and has a chance,” he remarked, emphasizing his confidence in the horse’s ability to perform well in the upcoming race.

Insights from Other Trainers

Several other trainers shared their perspectives on horses they are entering in the Greatwood Gold Cup:

• Gary Moore (Blow Your Wad): He noted the horse performed well in his first outing at Ascot but has been slightly weighted down by the handicapper. Moore hopes for good ground.
• Tom Symonds (Issam): He expressed satisfaction with Issam since his victory at Kempton, aiming for favorable ground conditions to support a successful run.
• Sam Thomas (Vincenzo): Vincenzo has shown great form but had a challenging race last time. Thomas is optimistic about his performance at Newbury.
• Dan Skelton (Heltenham): Defending his title from two years ago, Skelton is hoping the ground remains favorable for Heltenham.
• Willy Twiston-Davies (Josh The Boss): While slightly concerned about the quick turnaround between races, he remains hopeful for a strong showing.
• Olly Murphy (Pleasington): Following a disappointing last performance, Murphy acknowledges the horse’s inconsistency but sees potential for an each-way chance.

The Greatwood Gold Cup will present a significant opportunity for Nicholls and his topweight, Twinjets. With favorable conditions and solid preparations, they may achieve another noteworthy triumph in the prestigious race.