Arkle Trophy hero Tidal Bay is unlikely to contest the William Hill Gold Cup at Exeter next month with connections preferring to start the seven-year-old’s season off at one of the northern circuits.

TWIST Magic will miss his intended seasonal bow in today’s William Hill Gold Cup at Exeter as Paul Nicholls is reluctant to risk the smart chaser under top weight on fast ground.

Impek, winner of the William Hill Gold Cup at Exeter, has been ruled out for the rest of the season.

Impek has been ruled out of the Stan James King George VI Chase on St Stephen's Day after suffering from lameness.

Ante-post favourite and runaway Betfair Chase winner Kauto Star is one of six Paul Nicholls-trained horses to feature among 37 entries for the Stan James King George VI Chase.

Green Tango is all set to atone for his early departure in the William Hill Gold Cup with an appearance in the Carey Group Handicap Chase at Ascot on Saturday.

JIM LEWIS is hoping for a favour from fellow owner JP McManus as he would like Tony McCoy to partner Impek in tomorrow week’s totesport Peterborough Chase.