Connections of Calling Brave will be “bitterly disappointed” if he fails to make the frame in Sunday’s Stan James King George VI Chase at Kempton.

Paul Nicholls is to delay a decision on Azertyuiop’s participation in the Stan James King George VI Chase until Thursday morning, when final declarations for Sunday’s showpiece are made.

EDREDON BLEU is likely to bid for a repeat win in the Stan James King George VI Chase at Kempton on Sunday with stable companion Best Mate swerving the race despite being left in at yesterday’s five-day declaration stage.

Calling Brave was today confirmed on course for a tilt at the Stan James King George VI Chase following his pleasing comeback run at Sandown last week.

Colonel Frank turned in a brilliant round of jumping to make every yard in the williamhill.co.uk Future Stars Chase, the highlight of a fine day’s action at Sandown Park today.

NICKY HENDERSON could run both Calling Brave and Fondmort in the Stan James King George VI Chase at Kempton on St Stephen’s Day.

BEST MATE has been installed as the 3-1 favourite with sponsors Stan James to land the King George VI Chase at Kempton on St. Stephen's Day.

Coolnagorna was an effortless winner of the day’s biggest race in Britain as he took the Stan James Challow Hurdle at Newbury today.