But Cheltenham not on the agenda for Fergal O’Brien’s highly promising winner.

‘We all have to beat Galopin Des Champs, but I think we’re in the mix’.

‘Mouthwatering’ Mares’ Hurdle clash with Honeysuckle possible, but so is Stayers’ Hurdle.

‘It’ll be tight and he knows that – it’ll be down to the wire’.

Trainer worried there could be a shortage of jockeys at major meetings.

Gordon Elliott runner tested positive for a prohibited substance in March.

But rider will have to watch weekend action from the sidelines.

Next stop Cheltenham for Venetia Williams-trained six-year-old.

Last year’s runner-up looked as good as ever on his return.

Mare is unbeaten in three runs at the March Festival.