Sandown favourite ruled out by Nicky Henderson.

‘Backhand only’ stipulation has been dropped.

Doncaster an option on the the way to Cheltenham.

Tahmuras and Love Envoi handed Esher assignments.

Supreme hero Appreciate It could star on undercard.

Oliver Sherwood star poised for Lincolnshire stop en route to Cheltenham.

More injury woe for the Milton Harris team.

But Jonbon heading to Warwick for Kingmaker.

Ascot Grade One could see another epic clash.

Aintree stalwart made promising return to action on New Year’s Eve.