The final field has been declared for the belated William Hill King George VI Chase, with Kauto Star still occupying a lofty position in the betting – the sponsors going 4-6 for an unprecedented fifth triumph in this prestigious occasion.
Kauto Star goes to Kempton for 5
Despite the delay, the Kempton stage remains firmly set for Kauto to record an unparalleled five in one of the decade’s most eagerly-anticipated events, with Tony McCoy set to partner the white-faced superstar in his history-making attempts.
Familiar names return from the previous renewal, with Albertas Run, Nacarat, Madison Du Berlais taking the stand – complete with young pretenders Long Run, Planet Of Sound, The Nightingale and Riverside Theatre adding further excitement to the equation.
Irish raider Forpadydeplasterer completes the line-up, however compatriot Sizing Europe is an unfortunate absentee, along with veteran Ollie Magern.
William Hill King George VI Chase: 4-6 Kauto Star, 6-1 Long Run, 10-1 Nacarat, The Nightingale, 14-1 Forpadydeplasterer, 16-1 Planet Of Sound, Riverside Theatre, 28-1 Madison Du Berlais, 33-1 Albertas Run (EW 1/4 1,2,3)
William Hill King George (Without Kauto Star): 3-1 Long Run, 9-2 Nacarat, The Nightingale, 11-2 Forpadydeplasterer, 6-1 Riverside Theatre, 13-2 Planet Of Sound, 12-1 Madison Du Berlais,14-1 Albertas Run (EW 1/4 1,2,3)
