Ground key to Nicholls stars’ Exeter workout

Leading Cheltenham contenders Big Buck’s and Silviniaco Conti could enjoy a workout after racing at Exeter on Friday, if the ground is suitable.

Ground key to Nicholls stars’ Exeter workout
Wed, 19 Feb, 2014 - 00:00
Nick Robson

Trainer Paul Nicholls is keen to work the pair, who are set to contest the Ladbrokes World Hurdle and Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup respectively next month.

Four-times World Hurdle winner Big Buck’s returned to action after a lengthy lay-off with a close third in the Cleeve Hurdle last month, while Silviniaco Conti was last sighted when winning the King George at Kempton on St Stephen’s Day.

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