Gambling minister Stuart Andrew says concerns are being taken “extremely seriously”.

James Owen reports juvenile hurdler will miss rest of the campaign.

Champion trainer views step up in trip as logical way to go.

Nicholls confident last year’s Cheltenham runner-up is back on top form.

Ginny’s Destiny and Stay Away Fay both major players ahead of the Festival.

Gerri Colombe has to find 23 lengths with reigning Gold Cup champion.

Gordon Elliott would be ‘shocked’ if rider does not side with Hatton’s Grace hero.

Leading Aintree hope has had some niggling injuries.

Sam Curling’s mare but up a bold show in the Thyestes recently.

Usual rider Jordan Gainford returned from injury at the weekend.