Willie Mullins confirmed last night that Footpad is likely to head for Aintree after being taken out out of the Ryanair Gold Cup at Fairyhouse.

Connections of Uxizandre are hoping the six-year-old can start the season the way he ended the last campaign with victory at Aintree.

Paul Nolan is waiting to see what the weather brings before deciding whether to let Noble Prince run again this season.