Colin Tizzard’s Cue Card will face a maximum of 21 rivals after the six-day entries for the Stan James Supreme Novices’ Hurdle were released.
A strong Irish challenge is led by Mouse Morris’ First Lieutenant, Dermot Weld’s Hidden Universe, and Willie Mullins’ Zaidpour, whilst So Young may also represent Mullins.
Nicky Henderson’s pair of Spirit Son and Sprinter Sacre stand their ground, along with the unbeaten Gibb River, leaving jockey Barry Geraghty with the prospect of a difficult decision to make.
Champion trainer Paul Nicholls could be represented by Al Ferof, Rock On Ruby and Sam Winner, with the latter being one of three four-year-old’s who still hold an entry. Marsh Warbler and Tillahow are the other two.
Recent totesport Trophy winner Recession Proof is entered for John Quinn, along with Gary Moore’s Megastar and Philip Hobbs’ Dunraven Storm.
Day Of A Lifetime was the biggest name to be scratched from the race at the latest entry stage.
