Exceptional eight remain in King George

KAUTO STAR and Long Run feature among just eight confirmations for the William Hill King George VI Chase at Kempton on Boxing Day.

Although lacking in quantity, the quality could hardly be higher for the Festive highlight as Kauto Star goes for a remarkable fifth victory in the race.

Last year’s winner Long Run, trained by Nicky Henderson, bids to reverse placings with Kauto Star on last month’s run in the Betfair Chase at Haydock.