‘For Sam to ride him, it means everything’.

Aintree likely to be the target over Cheltenham.

Dashel Drasher and Paisley Park take minor honours.

Top-class mare takes full advantage of drop in class after skirmishes with Constitution Hill.

Sounds Russian runs fine race in second, as northern raiders fight out the finish.

Editeur Du Gite’s Clarence House victory has added extra spice to Champion Chase picture.

Classy eight-year-old regains winning ways.

Energumene only third in race to savour.

Festival victor Delta Work has to settle for third this time.

Festival target undecided, but course experience likely to be an advantage in March.