Champagne Fever a King George corker
CHAMPAGNE FEVER is a top-price 10-1 with the sponsors for the William Hill King George VI Chase, but maybe not for much longer.
Owner Rich Ricci and trainer Willie Mullins have decided to target the race with the dual Cheltenham Festival winner.
The seven-year-old narrowly missed out on winning the Arkle at Cheltenham this year and would be an exciting contender if he lined up at Kempton Park on December 26.
“The King George is one of the most prestigious races in the world and it attracts the best horses – Champagne Fever fits the bill and would be a great addition,” said William Hill spokesman Jon Ivan-Duke.
William Hill King George VI Chase: 5-1 Silviniaco Conti, 6-1 Simonsig, 8-1 Cue Card, Dynaste, 10-1 Champagne Fever, Lord Windermere, 14-1 Boston Bob, 20-1 Sir Des Champs, 40-1 Djakadam, 50-1 Present View.