Nicholls hopes for Master class

PAUL Nicholls expects Master Minded to put his Aintree flop behind him when he goes for back-to-back victories in the Amlin 1965 Chase at Ascot today.

The dual Champion Chase hero is virtually unbeatable when on his game, but has thrown in the odd stinker over the past couple of seasons.

That was the case on Merseyside last month when he trailed home last of three runners in the Old Roan Chase, but Nicholls has reason to believe much better is in store.