Another of John Hales’ army of greys handed Paul Nicholls the last of jumping racing’s major prizes to have eluded him as Al Ferof took the starring role in the Paddy Power Gold Cup at Cheltenham.

Paul Nicholls plundered his second big prize at Doncaster in as many weeks when I’msingingtheblues landed the williamhill.com Handicap Chase.

MICK FITZGERALD will renew his partnership with Queen Mother Champion Chase favourite Kauto Star in the totepool Game Spirit Chase at Newbury on Saturday.

Azertyuiop is reported to be making good progress at owner John Hales’ home as he recovers from an over-reach sustained at Sandown last April.