NICKY Richards has warned punters According To John is unlikely to take his chance in Saturday’s Bet365 Gold Cup at Sandown, unless the Esher track sees some rain.

PETER BOWEN launches a five-strong challenge as he bids for a second successive victory in the totesport.com Summer Plate at Market Rasen today.

Henrietta Knight’s Racing Demon continues his preparation for the Irish Independent Arkle Trophy when facing 10 rivals in the Concha Y Toro Wines Novices’ Chase at Ludlow tomorrow.