Get ready for a thrilling showdown! Dan Skelton is brimming with optimism, but the formidable Willie Mullins is undoubtedly bringing his A-game to the Betfair Tingle Creek. This clash of titans could very well become a staple of our Saturday viewing pleasure throughout the winter, much like the iconic sports programs of the 1990s.
We got a sneak peek last weekend, though it left a bit of a bitter taste as The New Lion stumbled and Anzadam couldn't capitalize on the opportunity at Newcastle. But the Tingle Creek race is known for its excitement.
We're returning to the very place where Dan Skelton had a hard-fought first trainer's title snatched away last April.
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Published on December 5, 2025 in The Big Story
Last updated 18:41, December 5, 2025
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