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5 horse selection tips all Cheltenham chancers will understand

Abandon all hope of trying to act like you know what you’re talking about, and just go with it.

CHELTENHAM HAS KICKED off and the world has become obsessed with gambling.

Of course you want to get in on the fun, but you haven’t the first clue about horses. Here’s what to do.

1. Eeeny meeny miney mo through the paper

Hey, it’s as good a pick as any.

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2. Pick the jockey with the nicest outfit

Cute chevron colour combination? They’ve got the edge.

Pink with polka dots? Ah here.

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3. Pick a name that MEANS something

… or is just funny or puntastic.

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4. Google who’s going to win

Google hasn’t failed you yet, why would it start now?

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5. Just go with the best odds

Play it safe, play it good. Why would the bookies steer you wrong you? What possible motivation is there?

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