Eddie Harty believes the Sodexo Graduation Chase at Ascot on Saturday is the perfect starting point for his potential Cheltenham Gold Cup contender Coney Island.

Coneygree's participation in the bet365 Charlie Hall Chase at Wetherby on Saturday was given a boost after overnight rain.

Champion trainer Paul Nicholls is facing an uphill battle to keep hold of his crown but is fielding a five-strong army in the Randox Health Grand National in an attempt to keep the title.

Jonjo O'Neill is keen for More Of That to be given the green light to contest next month's Timico Cheltenham Gold Cup.

Jonjo O'Neill is excited by the return of More Of That in the BetVictor Gold Cup at Cheltenham on Saturday.