Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson's preparations for tonight's Champions League clash with Inter Milan will include a horse race!

Ferguson has a fairly unique build-up as his horse - What a Friend - could land a major prize at the prestigious Cheltenham Festival on Wednesday afternoon.

His part-owner will be glued to his TV, stating there was "never a chance" he would have attempted to make a whistle-stop trip to Gloucestershire.

Ferguson describes his interest as "a bit of fun", although the relaxation side of it may not be in evidence should What a Friend jump the last in contention.