Joe Jo Star sprung a 16-1 surprise in the feature toteswinger Swinton Handicap Hurdle on a mixed card at Haydock.

Nicky Richards is keeping his fingers crossed the rain stays away from Ascot this week to allow Noble Alan to take his chance in The Ladbroke on Saturday.

It was business as usual for Paul Nicholls and Ruby Walsh as Cheltenham opened its doors for the winter with the dominant trainer and jockey combining for yet another big-race success.

Greek Well just got up to deny Peruvian Prince in the Royal & SunAlliance And Motability Stakes (Handicap) at York.