Hobbs pair set for Cheltenham clash

PHILIP HOBBS’ two possible contenders for the Smurfit Champion Hurdle - Rooster Booster and In Contrast - are set to clash at Cheltenham on Sunday.

Both horses are 20-1 shots with William Hill for the hurdling crown next March behind 8-1 market leader Davenport Milenium when they would meet on level weights.

However, In Contrast will receive 9lb from his stable companion who is set to carry top weight of 11st 12lb in the Rehabilitation of Racehorses Hurdle (Showcase Handicap) over the Champion course and distance of an extended two miles.