Walsh warning for Flyer

RUBY WALSH yesterday expressed confidence that Azertyuiop will give Moscow Flyer a real battle in the Champion ’Chase at Cheltenham next week.

For many Irish, Moscow Flyer is the banker of the meeting. He is the reigning two mile champion, having won the Arkle Trophy in tremendous style the previous year.

“This is going to be a hell of a race,” said Walsh. “I have huge respect for Moscow Flyer. He is a serious horse, capable of beating Istabraq over hurdles. But if anyone can turn him over it is Azertyuiop.’’