‘All of the major ones came out of their races well’.

Chasing campaign on hold for now.

‘His comeback was very good and I was delighted with him’.

All options to be kept open at Cheltenham.

Ascot and the Clarence House had also been under consideration.

Irish Arkle could be next target.

Christmas Hurdle runner-up was third in Cheltenham showpiece last year.

BetVictor Gold Cup winner was just denied in Doncaster thriller.

February target before latest National bid.

Grey went close at Sandown on return from lengthy absence.