Tony Bloom's Costly Bet: A Risky Gamble Ends in Last Place at Cheltenham
Well, folks, sometimes even the biggest players in the game take a hit, and this time, it's Tony Bloom, the owner of Premier League club Brighton & Hove Albion, who’s feeling the sting. Bloom, a known high-stakes gambler and horse racing enthusiast, placed a massive £50,000 bet on his own horse, Energumene, at the Cheltenham Festival. But instead of celebrating a big win, he had to watch his horse finish dead last in the Queen Mother Champion Chase.
Energumene, which had been leading for a good portion of the race, eventually faded and crossed the finish line in last place among the horses that completed the course. To make matters worse, Bloom’s losing streak at Cheltenham seems to be continuing. Just last year, he reportedly lost a staggering £100,000 after betting on his mare, Atlantique, in the Novices' Hurdle, only for it to finish third.
The race itself had its fair share of drama. Heavy favorite Jonbon, expected to dominate, also came up short, while Marine Nationale took the crown in what turned out to be an emotional victory. The win was dedicated to the late jockey Michael O’Sullivan, who tragically passed away in February. Jockey Sean Flanagan, who rode Marine Nationale to victory, paid tribute to O’Sullivan, emphasizing the immense impact he had on the horse’s journey.
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For Bloom, this is yet another bitter pill to swallow. As a seasoned bettor and a man who has built a fortune in sports analytics and gambling, he’s no stranger to high-stakes risks. However, the unpredictability of horse racing has once again shown that even the sharpest minds can’t always predict the outcome.
To add to his woes, another of his horses, Bunting, competed in the Coral Cup on the same day but also failed to impress, pulling up mid-race alongside three other competitors. Meanwhile, the Coral Cup saw an impressive win from Jimmy Du Seuil, with jockey Danny Mullins praising trainer Willie Mullins for his incredible preparation.
Bloom is certainly not alone in his disappointment. Cheltenham is known for being a festival where fortunes are won and lost, and countless punters will have experienced their fair share of heartache as their bets failed to come through. But for someone with Bloom’s track record and experience, this loss is a reminder that even the most calculated bets can go horribly wrong.
So, what’s next for Tony Bloom? Given his history, it’s unlikely that this setback will deter him. He’s a man who thrives on the thrill of the gamble, and you can bet he’ll be back, chasing the next big win. But for now, it’s a tough break, and a costly one at that.
That’s the beauty—and the heartbreak—of horse racing. One minute, you’re leading the pack, and the next, you’re finishing last. Better luck next time, Tony!
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