Altior thoughts?

[MattA147]

Hi guys, 

Just wondering what everyone’s thoughts are on Nicky Henderson trained horse Altior for the upcoming NH season. 

Do you think he’s one to watch? 

Is he too old? 

Will he have improved? 

What races do you think he’ll be aimed at?

[bigbossleroy]

Hi Matt,

I've always been a huge fan of Altior - he's always one to watch!

He's not too old to compete at the top but I also don't think he would of improved that much at 8.

The only thing thats disappointing about NH compare to flat is you only get to see horses like this 3 or 4 times a season then have to wait another year before they're back out! (especially when Henderson is the trainer)

I think he'll almost certainly go to the Queen mother again at Chelts. Maybe the Ryanair? But i doubt that. 

I'd also take him to something like the Champion chase at Punchestown, just over a month after Chelts.