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PICTURE SPECIAL: Sir Alex Ferguson cosies up to Paul Nicholls at Cheltenham
SIR ALEX FERGUSON took a break from Manchester United's woes to enjoy a trip to Cheltenham.
Sir Alex Ferguson alongside Paul Nicholls at Cheltenham
The legendary former United boss was at Old Trafford on Monday to see United crash out of the FA Cup to old rivals Arsenal.
Ferguson would not have liked what he saw though, as former striker Danny Welbeck struck the winner for the visitors to ensure Louis van Gaal ends his first season in charge trophyless.
Nicholls's Silviniaco Conti runs in the Gold Cup at 3.20pm
Ferguson shares a joke with former United man Bryan Robson
But the Scot was back smiling again today as he enjoyed the Gold Cup build-up at Cheltenham Festival.
Ferguson was seen chatting with trainer Paul Nicholls, who will hope Silviniaco Conti can do the business in the flagship race at 3.20pm.
Ferguson chats with talkshow host Jeremy Kyle
Ferguson watched United exit the FA Cup at Old Trafford on Monday
United great Bryan Robson was also with Fergie at the meet, as was chatshow host Jeremy Kyle.
Maybe he can help sort out the problems at United?