Triumph boost for Ranjaan

Confidence is building ahead of Ranjaan’s bid for JCB Triumph Hurdle glory after his form received a timely boost at Fontwell on Sunday.

Colin Tizzard’s Third Intention landed the Grade Two National Spirit Hurdle but was behind the Paul Nicholls-trained juvenile at Taunton previously.

Owned by the Highclere Thoroughbred Racing syndicate, he is due to put the finishing touches to his preparation next week.