ONCE Christmas dinner is over, horse racing fans will be licking their lips over the prospect of Boxing Day's King George, in which Kauto Star is bidding for a hat-trick.

He can normally be relied upon to pay for some of the Christmas presents and bet365's quote of 11/8 would be a gift, if only we knew he was going to be at his very best after falling last time out when looking beaten.

No wonder there's been plenty of money for other horses in the race, including Voy Por Ustedes (4/1 from 6/1) and Our Vic (8/1 from 12/1). The latter was runner-up in the race last year and is reported to be 'better than ever' by his trainer, so he looks a solid each way chance.

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The following day's Welsh Grand National often goes to a horse who has run well in the race before, so last year's winner and runner-up, Miko De Beauchene (9/1) and Halcon Genelardais (9/1), should go well again, while High Chimes (9/1) could go well off his low weight.

New customers can back him for free by registering with bet365 and placing one qualifying bet of £5 or more. You will then be entitled to a free bet to the same stake (up to £25), with another £75 free bets to be earned in much the same way.

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