Rock On Ruby has been cut to a best priced 14-1 to become the first Champion Hurdle winner in over 50 years to also land the Ladbroke World Hurdle after giving favourite Vaniteux weight and a comprehensive beating at Cheltenham on Thursday.

HENRY DE BROMHEAD’S Sizing Australia held off cross-country specialist Garde Champetre to take top honours in the Glenfarclas Handicap Chase.

Kauto Star secured his place in the history books as he became the first horse to regain the totesport Cheltenham Gold Cup with a superlative display.

In-form jockey Tony Dobbin delivered an upbeat report on Brooklyn Breeze ahead of the Paddy Power Gold Cup at Cheltenham on Saturday.

Paul Nolan today raised the possibility that his Champion Hurdle hope Accordion Etoile could line-up in the Tote Gold Trophy if the ground is heavy at Leopardstown on Sunday week.