December scan will decide Flemenstar’s future

A crucial scan early next month is likely to determine when top-class chaser Flemenstar can make his return to competitive action.

The nine-year-old looked to have the world at his feet a couple of years ago after winning three Grade Ones over fences, after which he finished placed in the Lexus Chase and the Hennessy Gold Cup at Leopardstown.

However, after a disappointing run at Aintree in April of last year, he moved from Peter Casey’s yard to the Tony Martin stables.