Boylesports Braced For Cheltenham Bankers Ireland’s Largest Independent Bookmaker is bracing itself for a hit in the form of free bet refunds if the favourites oblige at Cheltenham this week. Huge posters appeared in Dublin at the weekend as BoyleSports launched a package of Cheltenham offers, which includes stakes being refunded to customers in the form of free bets should their horse finish second or third to the SP Favourite in any race at the Festival. This offer could get off to a costly start in the opening two races as Willie Mullins saddles two 5/4 favourites in the shape of Getabird in the Supreme Novices’ Hurdle and Footpad, who faces just four rivals for the Arkle. BoyleSports will also be returning stakes as a free bets if selections fall at the first or last hurdle or fence in any race, providing punters with insurance should there be a repeat of the likes of Annie Power’s fall at the last in the 2015 Mares’ Hurdle. The firm have already refunded all antepost bets as cash on last year’s Gold Cup winner Sizing John, who trainer Jessica Harrington confirmed on Thursday evening would not be defending his crown due to an injury setback. Lawrence Lyons, Spokesperson for BoyleSports commented: “It’ll be a costly week for us if the favourites bolt up, not only because of the payouts but we’re also refunding free bets if you’re horse finishes 2nd or 3rd to a favourite and the likes of Samcro, Buveur D’Air and Altior are all being billed as bankers.” He added: “We still hear punters talk about Annie Power’s infamous fall at the last which cost punters millions but there’s no such worries this time round with BoyleSports refunding stakes as free bets should your horse come a cropper at either the first or last jump.” Free Bet if your horse finishes 2nd or 3rd to the SP favourite any race at Cheltenham. 18 . UK/IRE customers only. Max refund £/€20. Win or win part of e/w outright singles only. Min field size required. 1st bet on each race. Free bet expires after 7 days. Free/void/antepost bets don’t qualify. T&Cs apply. Free Bet if your selection falls at the first or last jump at Cheltenham. 18 . UK/IRE customers only. Max refund €/£20. Win or win part of e/w outright singles only. 1st bet on each race. Free bet expires after 7 days. Free/void/antepost bets don’t qualify. T&Cs apply.
