Gordon Elliott's Comments Shake Up the Market

The King George market has experienced significant fluctuations, with a new favourite now taking the lead. The uncertainty surrounding the Kempton's Boxing Day feature began when Gordon Elliott, the trainer of stable star Gerri Colombe, made some comments that raised concerns.

Gerri Colombe's Plans Still Uncertain

Just last week, Gerri Colombe was made the 9-4 favourite for the prestigious Christmas race. However, Elliott recently revealed that plans for the resolute galloper are still undecided. He expressed worries about the layout of the Surrey track, with many claiming that Kempton is too tight.

Allaho Surges in Popularity

In light of the uncertainty surrounding Gerri Colombe, Willie Mullins' Allaho has gained a surge of support. The dual Ryanair winner is now the 9-4 favourite across the board, with some bookmakers offering odds of 5-2.

Bravemansgame and Gerri Colombe's Odds

Paul Nicholls' defending champion, Bravemansgame, sits as the second favourite at a best-price of 11-4. On the other hand, Gerri Colombe's odds have doubled to as high as 4-1.

Other Contenders in the Race

Other notable contenders in the King George Chase include Nicky Henderson's Shishkin at 7-1, Betfair Chase winner Royale Pagaille at 8-1, and The Real Whacker, the only horse to have beaten Gerri Colombe, at 10-1. Hewick is priced as short as 20-1.

Elliott's Decision

Gordon Elliott, the three-time Grand National winner, has not completely ruled out Kempton for Gerri Colombe. A decision will be made this week after evaluating the ground conditions and consulting with the owner and the team. Elliott acknowledges the concerns about Kempton's tight track and suggests that Leopardstown could be a more competitive option.

King George Chase Odds

The current odds for the King George Chase are as follows:

• Allaho: 9-4
• Bravemansgame: 5-2
• Gerri Colombe: 4-1
• Shishkin: 7-1
• Royale Pagaille: 8-1
• The Real Whacker: 10-1
• Other contenders: 20-1+