A v a l a n c h e ! ! !

Owners of Avalanche confirmed today that they are behind their trainer's decision to target Sunday's hurdle race at Newbury. ''No ffing chance the meeting going ahead'' commented the younger Nelson brother, ''... at least we'll get our entry money back!''.
Another co-owner, seen here frightening Hugo, is more optimistic ... if not endowed with forecasting skills (or much else for that matter). Entries are now available on the Racing Post website.