Ruby Walsh: Shishkin vs Energumene - racing doesn't get any more exciting than this

In the SBK Clarence House Chase this afternoon, Altior’s heir, Shishkin, will face off against Energumene for the first time in their short careers

File photo Shishkin. Saturday's big clash between Shishkin and Energumene remains on the cards as the big two headlined the early confirmations for the SBK Clarence House Chase at Ascot. Picture: David Davies

Ascot is a spectacular venue, known for its glamour in mid-June, when it hosts the Royal meeting, for the King George in July and, in recent times, October for British Champions Day.

This afternoon it will host a massive National Hunt showdown, which it has done in the past, only this time we are well into the season, and both horses should be able for what lies ahead.