News about Michael Bowen

WILLIED KING Willie Mullins is proudly pointing to a contraption in the infield of his circular gallop. The master trainer's mind is always looking for ways to stay up for the game, and here, in front of us, is the most recent evidence: a weather station. 'Look,' he says, taking out his phone and opening an app with a smile. 'It's connected to this.' I'm always felt we're getting more rain here, especially because of those mountains. So I had to check myself. It's up to date, so it tells you everything. It was a Christmas present to myself!' On this glorious morning, there is no sign of rain, but rather an army of high-class National Hunt horses. We're here as the build-up to Cheltenham heats up, and although Mullins is a generous host, he never takes his eye off the ball.