One of the most highly anticipated chases of the year, the King George VI Chase, will get started at 14:30pm GMT on the 26th of December 2023. It’s one of the most prestigious races in history, and as tradition dictates, it’s held at Kempton Park Racecourse.
- King George VI Chase 2023
- Time: 14:30pm GMT
- Date: 26th December 2023
- Location: Kempton Park Racecourse
While the Cheltenham Gold Cup is always a popular bet for a huge number of punters, the King George VI Chase has a massive following in its own right, offering an entertaining race over a total of 3 miles. It can only be entered by horses that are aged four or older, with a total of 18 fences being scattered across the course as well.
In the past, it’s been won by some of the most famous horses to grace a course, including Desert Orchid, Arkle, Pendil, and Best Mate, to name just a few.
The King George VI Chase 2023 has been run (almost) annually since 1937, and for the 2023 iteration, the winner will take home a cheque of £142,375. It’s available to watch on ITV, or for qualifying users on the BetVictor website and app!
King George VI Chase 2023 Runners and Riders
There are a total of 16 runners with entry to the King George VI Chase for 2023, as shown below, with the trainers also being displayed. Of course, this is subject to final declarations. However, ante-post betting is available on all horses here at BetVictor!
- Gerri Colombe (Gordon Elliott)
- Bravemansgame (Paul Nicholls)
- Allaho (Willie Mullins)
- Shishkin (Nicky Henderson)
- L’Homme Presse (Venetia Williams)
- Galopin Des Champs (Willie Mullins)
- Royale Pagaille (Venetia Williams)
- The Real Whacker (Patrick Neville)
- Pic D’orhy (Paul Nicholls)
- Edwardstone (Alan King)
- Hewick (John Hanlon)
- Protektorat (Dan Skelton)
- Midnight River (Dan Skelton)
- Frodon (Paul Nicholls)
- My Drogo (Dan Skelton)
- Shan Blue (Dan Skelton)
It’s worth mentioning that jockeys for each of the 16 horses will be announced in the future, closer to the start of the King George VI Chase.
King George VI Chase Favourites 2023
Gerri Colombe and Bravemansgame are two standout favourites according to the 2023 King George VI Chase odds. When looking at their form, this comes as no surprise, with Gerri Colombe comfortably winning the Ladbrokes Champion Chase at Down Royal on 11th November. Gerri Colombe also appears to be incredibly comfortable across steeplechases, with 5 wins from a total of 6 entries since 2022.
The other favourite is the current defending champion, Bravemansgame, as he finished the 2022 King George VI Chase a total of 19 lengths clear of the competition. While Bravemansgame hasn’t found a win this year, he has placed 2nd or 3rd across all four outings. Of course, showing that he’s capable over this particular race is another factor for Bravemansgame being one of the favourite runners.
Another horse to look out for could be L’Homme Presse, trained by the hugely respected Venetia Williams. After finishing the 2022 version of the King George VI Chase in second place, L’Homme Presse will look to go one better and lift the trophy in this year’s iteration.
How To Bet on the King George VI Chase 2023: Race Tips
When it comes to betting on the King George VI Chase 2023, there are a few tips that punters can utilise, if they wish.
1. Set Limits – The most important King George VI Chase betting tip is to manage your bankroll effectively when betting on horse racing online. This can be done by simply deciding upon a limit before starting and sticking to this throughout the session.
2. Look at Form – Looking at the form of a horse can give you an idea of how they’re performing currently. While their entire record can be helpful, evaluating races with a similar format (In this case, steeplechase races) and races that have been run recently may be particularly important.
3. Pay Attention to Conditions – The weather conditions on the day of the race can affect the runners. Some horses may perform better on harder ground, for example, which is why some punters wait until the day of the race before placing a bet on the King George VI Chase 2023.
4. Stay in the Loop – Keeping up to date with all of the information surrounding the King George VI Chase can be hugely beneficial. One of the easiest ways to do this is by checking out the BetVictor blog, with news being posted as it unfolds.
For those who want to bet on the King George VI Chase 2023, we’ve got you covered. With the latest horse racing odds, tips for the race, updates related to the world of racing, and live coverage of the event, BetVictor is the place to be.
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