Constitution Hill Overtaken by Amo Racing Rival in Betfair Exchange Betting Battle
Constitution Hill is preparing for his Flat debut at Southwell on Friday evening. The renowned horse, trained by Nicky Henderson, has seen his odds drift to 3.45 on the Betfair Exchange. In the meantime, the Amo Racing-owned Square Necker has replaced him at the top of the market with odds of 3.05.
Betting Insights for the SBK Road To Cheltenham Novice Stakes
A significant amount has been wagered on the SBK Road To Cheltenham Novice Stakes, surpassing £150,000. This total is more than what has been matched across the other eight races at Southwell combined. Notably, over £90,000 of this amount was placed on Constitution Hill himself, while Square Necker has attracted more than £25,000 in bets.
Current Market Analysis
The leading bookmakers report high interest in both Constitution Hill and Square Necker. In several establishments, they are seen as joint favorites at 7-4, with Square Necker sitting at a general 15-8. Constitution Hill, initially priced at 7-4, is now generally at 15-8 as well. Tripoli Flyer has also garnered attention, moving from 17-1 to 11-2 in the betting odds.
Expert Opinions on the Race
Sam Rosbottom, a spokesperson for Betfair, highlighted the anticipation surrounding Southwell. He noted the Novice Stakes is one of the most popular betting markets, with over £140,000 already matched. Earlier in the week, Constitution Hill’s odds were as short as evens, but a notable drift was recorded since then, signaling a shift in punters’ confidence.
Paul Nicholls, a prominent trainer, expressed skepticism about Constitution Hill competing in Flat races. He recommended that the horse should have run in the Kingwell Hurdle instead, emphasizing that the Flat race may not enhance his preparation for the Champion Hurdle at the upcoming Cheltenham Festival.
Market Reactions and Trends
- 66% of stakes at Sky Bet have favored Constitution Hill.
- Overwhelming public support may cause Constitution Hill’s odds to shorten closer to race time.
- Unibet has indicated a five-fold increase in betting activity for this novice stakes compared to similar previous races.
Oisin Murphy is set to ride Constitution Hill in this anticipated Flat debut, raising expectations among the racing community. As excitement builds, all eyes will be on Southwell, especially during the £40,000 Friday Night Live feature race.
