From Midfield Maestro to Betting Tycoon…
Manchester United’s ginger ninja, Paul Scholes, scooped a cool £5,000 at Cheltenham, swapping midfield sweeps for betting slips. Our favorite red-headed football hero flashed his winning style by flaunting his bet on Instagram. Before the race, Scholes placed an eye-popping £2,500 on Kopek Des Bordes—a move that would make even Sir Alex Ferguson raise an eyebrow.
The horse wasn’t just horsing around either; guided by jockey Paul Townend, it galloped to victory, dodging disasters like tackling William Munny and avoiding a slip at the final hurdle. With Kopek Des Bordes clearing fences better than Scholes ever could on the pitch, fans witnessed a sprint finish that left bookies groaning without their coins.
With a penchant for hoofed creatures over footballers’ feet, Scholes’ horse racing fever has been as consistent as his passes. Co-owning Box to Box with footy mates, he’s basked in the thrill of horse racing alongside old pals like Michael Owen. This latest win no doubt got his adrenaline galloping! As Kopek Des Bordes pranced over the line, Townend took a moment, pointing skywards in tribute to Michael O’Sullivan—a fitting finale to a race full of nostalgia, near-misses, and nail-biting excitement.
