A spell hunting had the desired effect on Almaydan (7-1), who returned to form with victory in the You're Either Vegas Or You're Not Mansion House Handicap Chase at Southwell.

Unoriginal it may be, but it is difficult to look past likely favourite Kicking King in the inaugural Betfair Chase at Haydock tomorrow.

Shane Kelly was banned for 10 days for careless riding on Miss Damask in the Konica East Classified Stakes at Nottingham.