Istabraq odds-on for Europe four-timer

Istabraq will face a maximum of seven rivals when the triple Champion Hurdle winner bids to resume his winning ways at Leopardstown on Sunday.

Aidan O'Brien's charge, a faller for the first time in his 25-race career at Leopardstown last month, was one of eight horses declared at today's forfeit stage for the AIG Europe Champion Hurdle.