PAUL NICHOLLS blamed himself for the defeat of Tataniano after the smart novice chaser was subdued by the deep ground at Newbury.

EAMONN SHEEHY’S first visit to Newbury yesterday ended in success as Arkle Chase contender Justified ran out a comfortable winner under Tony McCoy.

Red Wine is on course for a crack at the JCB Triumph Hurdle after landing an easy success at Newbury.