Tony McCoy’s bid for his 3,000th jumps winner is subject to an early inspection today as the weather continues to frustrate the 13-times champion jockey.

Venetia Williams provided renowned gambler Harry Findlay with a belated birthday present and eased the pain of a recent loss as Aachen scored first time out at Taunton.

Tony McCoy was out of luck on his only ride at Taunton as Adare Prince was pulled up a long way from home in the Carlsberg UK Handicap Chase.

Tony McCoy will head to Taunton this afternoon in his continuing quest to reach 3,000 British and Irish National Hunt winners.