Owner Andy Stewart has revealed Saphir Du Rheu will revert to smaller obstacles for a likely tilt at the Ladbrokes World Hurdle at the Cheltenham Festival.

Big Buck’s, the winner of four Ladbrokes World Hurdles, was retired after finishing fifth in the Cheltenham showpiece on day three of the Festival.

Legendary staying hurdler Big Buck’s will once again make his seasonal reappearance at Newbury as he begins his quest to land the Ladbrokes World Hurdle for a remarkable fourth consecutive season.

Punchestowns bids to outline his Cheltenham Festival credentials when he faces a crucial test in today’s Argento Chase at the Prestbury Park track.