Regal King George has what it takes to thrill racing fans of every persuasion

We are a nation divided. There are those, probably the majority, looking to take the prudent and safe, expert-recommended option this festive period. And then there are others who are tempted to push the boundaries of what is sensible by the prospect of something altogether more exciting.

It is the same with the King George VI Chase; which camp are you in – Clan Des Obeaux or Cyrname?

On the one hand you have a horse who has won the Ladbrokes-sponsored Christmas highlight for the last two years, typecast as Mr Dependable in racing's annual seasonal play, trained by the wisest of men who has won the race 11 times in the last 22 runnings – with just four horses. Multiple wins are kind of his thing.