Prince De Beauchene and Junior head the weights on 11st 12lb for the Betfred Becher Handicap Chase at Aintree on December 7.

Irish interests in the 23-strong field for Saturday’s hugely prestigious Hennessy Gold Cupstaying handicap at Newbury are spiked by the likely participation of last season’s RSA Chase winner Lord Windermere, who represents the Jim Culloty team.