2012 has been the year for Tidal Bay – his victory in the
Lexus Chase was world-class and certainly got people talking.
When he wasn’t in the top three over the final fence I
didn’t think Ruby Walsh would be able to push him to glory at Leopardstown.
But when he powered ahead of the field in the final stages
of the race, the racing world knew he was the one to watch.
Now trainer Paul Nicholls believes Tidal Bay could be the
horse to compete in both the World Hurdle and the Grand National.
Kauto Star has shown the racing world that an older
racehorse should never be doubted and Tidal Bay, aged 11, certainly isn’t a
horse anyone will forget any time soon.
After seeing Walsh with Tidal Bay at Leopardstown, I
understand why Nicholls is ambitious towards the horse’s future. Whatever race
the trainer gives them, the pair will go for victory.
2013 would be another spectacular year if Tidal Bay pulled off
the unique double. But can he finish with his nose in front again? Let’s hope
2013 brings the Ditcheat team more fortune.
I agree Abby, it was a great ride by Ruby but did his fellow jockeys leave too much room for him to make his final run from the last to the winning post ? If Ruby had been on another runner on the run in would he have tightened things a little bit and not left the runway that the winner got in the end. But yes I would love to see Tidal Bay complete the double in the spring.
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