The rain is hosing down at Cheltenham. Not good news for the punters today, but it could be good news for Galopin des Champs tomorrow...

Another day at Cheltenham, another cracker.

We're FIVE races down on St Patrick's Thursday. TWO to go!

13:30: Turners Novices' Chase (Grade 1) - GREY DAWNING

14:10: Pertemps Network Final Handicap Hurdle (Premier Handicap) - MONMIRAL

14:50: Ryanair Chase (Grade 1) - PROTEKTORAT

15:30: Paddy Power Stayers' Hurdle (Grade 1) - TEAHUPOO

16:10: TrustATrader Plate Handicap Chase - SHAKEM UP'ARRY

16:50: Ryanair Mares' Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) - nine runners

17:30: Fulke Walwyn Kim Muir Challenge Cup Amateur Jockeys' Handicap Chase - 24 runners

You can see all the runners and riders on our Cheltenham racecards

John Hunt
Commentator on BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra

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The love of horse racing always been in Harry Redknappy's family.

Fair play to him, if he has a runner on a wet November day at Lingfield on the flat he will often show up. He loves going racing.

This is a sweet moment for him. It's not just a case of buying a horse and showing up on the big day, He's there every step of the way.

Winning trainer Ben Pauling on 5 Sports Extra: "This week we came with some good chances. It meant a lot for Harry who has been a supporter for a long time. I know this means the world to him.

"We speak a lot and he is a very easy man to talk to and understands the good and the bad times.

"This is a big team effort and they work hard for me and for each other and it goes a long way."

Charlie Poste
Former jump jockey on BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra

What an exhilarating spin it must have been for Ben Jones. He's gone to the last, and fair play to the rider, he was committed.

Shakem Up'arry answered every call and the line arrived in time.

Gina Bryce
BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra at Cheltenham

There is a huge sea of support for Shakem Up'Arry. I don't think we have seen so many people in the winners' enclosure all day. It is packed out. This is a popular win.

Harry Redknapp is a huge figure, such a character but has time for everyone. He is always so enthusiastic.

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A joyful Harry Redknapp tells ITV Racing: "Oh my God, get in there! How good was that? He jumped for fun. What a performance.

"My nan got me into racing, she was a bookie's runner back in the day. She'd get locked up in Poplar Police Station in the East End of London, because it was illegal in those days.

"I love the horses, I love the Festival, I love the people. It means so much."

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Anything Sir Alex Ferguson can do, it seems like Harry Redknapp can match. He is the owner of Shakem Up'arry and it is safe to say he is thrilled with the win...

Winning jockey Ben Jones, speaking to ITV Racing: "Honestly I haven't got any words.

"He's given me my first Festival winner and it means so much. What a thrill.

"I can't explain how much Ben (trainer Ben Pauling) and the team, and Mr Redknapp, have done for me. This is so special."

1 Shakem Up'arry (Ben Jones) 8-1

2 Crebilly (Jonjo O'Neill Jr.) 7-2

3 Straw Fan Jack (Sean Houlihan) 28-1

4 Life In The Park (M P O'Connor) 28-1

21 ran

Yes he can - Shakem Up'Arry wins!

And Shakem Up'Arry leads going up the hill. Can he hold on?

Shakem Up'Arry takes the lead with two to go

Frero Banbou holds a narrow advantage but Shakem Up'Arry is challenging

Frero Banbou takes the lead with four to go but it is a narrow advantage with plenty still in contention.

Saint Felicien has drifted back as Glengouly holds a narrow lead with seven to go.

Glengouly holds a narrow lead as they pass the finish post for the first time but it is very close.

The well fancied Theatre Man has gone at the third. Early drama.

After a bit of messing around with the tapes, they are away.

And it's a false start. The field got to the start too fast so take two...