Al Boum Photo chases Gold Cup hat-trick

Connections of Al Boum Photo are targeting a Gold Cup treble at the Cheltenham Festival – triggering debate on whether the famously little-raced horse can capture the affection afforded to his predecessors


Only four horses have won Gold Cup more than twice in race’s 97-year history – Al Boum Photo can join exclusive club after triumphs in 2019 and 2020

5 Golden Miller	1932, 33, 34, 35, 36  
3 Cottage Rake 	1948, 1949, 1950
3 Arkle		1964, 1965, 1966
3 Best Mate	2002, 2003, 2004


Paul Townend
Jockey
Irish Champion Jockey of 2020 rode Al Boum Photo to both Gold Cup victories

Al Boum Photo
Horse has raced only four times since first Gold Cup win in 2019

Willie Mullins
Trainer
Most successful trainer in Festival history, with 72 race wins

 
Source: Wire agencies
Picture: Getty Images
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