Trainer Harry Whittington admits there are several options to explore for Saint Calvados after his Cheltenham win on Saturday. The six-year-old gelding won on his seasonal return after crossing the line first in the Randox Health Handicap Chase. The Kate and Andrew Brooks-owned horse won almost exactly 11 months after his last race win – a Grade Three triumph in the Poplar Square Chase at Naas. It was Whittington’s first-ever win at Cheltenham as a trainer and he was delighted with how Saint Calvados ran, as the Lambourn trainer admitted there are now numerous options open for him for the rest of the season. Whittington said: “Saint Calvados was really impressive on Saturday, and I’m excited about his season. He has come out the race really well, and I’m happy with him. “Andrew and Kate are away at the moment, and we will let the dust settle before making any plans. “He will have an entry in the BetVictor Gold Cup, and I’m sure he will have an entry in the Tingle Creek, but we will keep all options open – we are not committing to anything.”
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