2022 Stayers Hurdle

[Lobos]

Over fences now

[Outlaw]

Have to say Paisley has been one of my fav horses, but think even given away weight that was not good enough. Looks finished in the stayers hurdle division. Just none of that fight which we used to see.

He’s not the horse he was two years ago for sure but a total lack of pace(hits a flat spot regardless of tempo) didn’t suit at all yday. Couldn’t see where the pace would be as Tommy T wasn’t a guaranteed stayer etc, they should give chasing a try thou now even at his age ,as you just feel he’s going to find a couple too good all season now.

[Atlantic Viking]

Flooring Porter reappears at Navan on Sunday. Taking on Grand Roi and Sire Du Berlais among others.

[charlie]

Flooring Porter reappears at Navan on Sunday. Taking on Grand Roi and Sire Du Berlais among others.

Looking forward to seeing him back out.

Just watched last years race back and he doesn't get anywhere near the credit he deserves IMO. If Flooring Porter were trained by WPM or HDB he'd be half his current price, and then some.

En route to Cheltenham he needed his first run, then won easily at Navan posting an RPR of 165. He then won the Christmas Hurdle easily, staying on strongly to post an RPR of 167. Nothing in the last decade (inc Apple's Jade when she was immense) has posted a better RPR in that race. He's a front running power house.

He then went to Cheltenham and deployed the same tactics he enjoys - his jumping was absolutely bloody savage - a joy to behold. He wasn't just foot perfect (barring 2nd last) at every hurdle, he was low, fast and attacked his hurdles with aggression, and it created a catalyst for others to come under pressure at different points in the race. Some early, some down the back straight, others at the top of the hill, others coming down it etc, but it took the sting out of every horse behind him because he controlled the tempo of the race. It really was a joy to behold and when a horse has these assets in their locker, there's no reason not to think they can't do the same again, and at 6 going on 7, he could actually be getting better.

There are some new faces to worry about but if he finds the same front running rhythm nothing from last year will worry him, and they were very good horses.

[Quevega]

Looking forward to seeing him back out.

Just watched last years race back and he doesn't get anywhere near the credit he deserves IMO. If Flooring Porter were trained by WPM or HDB he'd be half his current price, and then some.

En route to Cheltenham he needed his first run, then won easily at Navan posting an RPR of 165. He then won the Christmas Hurdle easily, staying on strongly to post an RPR of 167. Nothing in the last decade (inc Apple's Jade when she was immense) has posted a better RPR. He's a front running power house.

He then went to Cheltenham and deployed the same tactics he enjoys - his jumping was absolutely bloody savage - a joy to behold. He wasn't just foot perfect (barring 2nd last) at every hurdle, he was low, fast and attacked his hurdles with aggression, and it created a catalyst for others to come under pressure at different points in the race. Some early, some down the back straight, others at the top of the hill, others coming down it etc, but it took the sting out of every horse behind him because he controlled the tempo of the race. It really was a joy to behold and when a horse has these assets in their locker, there's no reason not to think they can't do the same again, and at 6 going on 7, he could actually be getting better.

There are some new faces to worry about but if he finds the same front running rhythm nothing from last year will worry him, and they were very good horses.

This must be your third soliloquy on this horse and it's price in the market.
I can't decide if you love it more than I love watching Gabbie Carter whilst eating Jelly Tots out of a bowl.
I think it's a close call.

It's me eating the Jelly Tots, in case anyone's confused.
Gabbie's usually got her mouth full of other things.

[charlie]

This must be your third soliloquy on this horse and it's price in the market.
I can't decide if you love it more than I love watching Gabbie Carter whilst eating Jelly Tots out of a bowl.
I think it's a close call.

It's me eating the Jelly Tots, in case anyone's confused.
Gabbie's usually got her mouth full of other things.

I was going for a hat-trick, I feel it needs re re-emphasising! You're watching porn whilst eating Jelly tots, aren't you?

[Spectre]

I was going for a hat-trick, I feel it needs re re-emphasising! You're watching porn whilst eating Jelly tots, aren't you?

Law of averages says Q has sticky fingers whatever he's doing I reckon Charlie

[charlie]

Law of averages says Q has sticky fingers whatever he's doing I reckon Charlie

hahaha ffs

[Quevega]

Obviously the bowl, helps to keep one hand free.
Always thinking

[Stormez]

Looking forward to seeing him back out.

Just watched last years race back and he doesn't get anywhere near the credit he deserves IMO. If Flooring Porter were trained by WPM or HDB he'd be half his current price, and then some.

En route to Cheltenham he needed his first run, then won easily at Navan posting an RPR of 165. He then won the Christmas Hurdle easily, staying on strongly to post an RPR of 167. Nothing in the last decade (inc Apple's Jade when she was immense) has posted a better RPR in that race. He's a front running power house.

He then went to Cheltenham and deployed the same tactics he enjoys - his jumping was absolutely bloody savage - a joy to behold. He wasn't just foot perfect (barring 2nd last) at every hurdle, he was low, fast and attacked his hurdles with aggression, and it created a catalyst for others to come under pressure at different points in the race. Some early, some down the back straight, others at the top of the hill, others coming down it etc, but it took the sting out of every horse behind him because he controlled the tempo of the race. It really was a joy to behold and when a horse has these assets in their locker, there's no reason not to think they can't do the same again, and at 6 going on 7, he could actually be getting better.

There are some new faces to worry about but if he finds the same front running rhythm nothing from last year will worry him, and they were very good horses.

The ride by Danny Mullins on him is worth a mention too, was brilliant.

[charlie]

The ride by Danny Mullins on him is worth a mention too, was brilliant.

He was incredible.

[Lobos]

Could be some considerable movements in the Stayers market this weekend with both last season's Champion and this season's Current Favourite both running. Exciting times.

[knockando]

I've topped up again on Flooring Porter following charlie 's enthusiasm and bullish post

[Irish Rugby]

Flooring Porter tomorrow, Sunday at Navan which most will know. I only realised 5 minutes ago that Thyme Hill is out at Auteuil this afternoon, 2.50, in case most were unaware. Can he floor the top French hotpot?

[Lobos]

Flooring Porter tomorrow, Sunday at Navan which most will know. I only realised 5 minutes ago that Thyme Hill is out at Auteuil this afternoon, 2.50, in case most were unaware. Can he floor the top French hotpot?

If he does topple their superstar then he'll go very short for this. Very much doubt he can though. Its an odd move for them to go to France. Very odd and one that could backfire imo. Just going over for the very decent place money I suspect. Greedy barstewards. Think of the horse !