Defi Du Seuil to swerve weekend Cheltenham return
By Racing TV
Last Updated: Thu 21 Dec 2023
Triumph Hurdle winner Defi Du Seuil has been ruled out of his planned comeback at Cheltenham on Saturday due to the ground.
Trainer Philip Hobbs had hoped to blow the cobwebs away in the Masterson Holdings Hurdle before tougher targets later in the season.
The JP McManus-owned gelding was one of the stars of the last campaign, winning all seven starts and following up his Festival win at Aintree.
Speaking to www.gloucestershirelive.co.uk, Hobbs said: "Defi Du Seuil doesn't run.
"It's just watered ground and we don't want to start him on a faster surface than usual.
"It's a long season ahead - it's no good taking risks at this time of year.
"He might go to the Fighting Fifth (December 2) or the International Hurdle (December 16) at Cheltenham."
Related posts
Katie Midwinter has one more Naas tip after two winners
Naas report: Causeway follows in hoofprints of Paddington
Sunday tips: Angus McNae begins with two winners
Saturday tips: Dave Nevison's best bets in the handicaps
The 2026 Grand National: guide to all the entries
Featured offers
Get a £50 free bet when you bet £50 with Coral
T&Cs Apply
Claim Now
Bet £10 Get £30 in free bets in Multis with Betfair
T&Cs Apply
Claim Now
£30 in free bets when you bet £5 with Ladbrokes
T&Cs Apply
Claim Now
Bet £10 get £30 in free bets with Virgin Bet
T&Cs Apply
Claim Now
Bet £10 Get £40 in Free Bets + money back if 2nd to SP fav with Boyle Sports
T&Cs Apply
Claim Now
Copyright 2026 Racing TV - All Rights Reserved.
Please bet responsibly
Copyright 2026. All rights reserved