Sprinter Sacre still on course for Punchestown

Hopes remain high that Sprinter Sacre could have his final run of the season in the boylesports.com Champion Chase at Punchestown on April 23.

Nicky Henderson’s ’black aeroplane’ took his unbeaten run over fences to nine at Aintree last week, with a breathtaking performance in the John Smith’s Melling Chase.

Henderson said: “Sprinter Sacre could go for the Champion Chase at Punchestown on April 23. He still looks absolutely stunning in his coat.