Misselot on target for Punchestown, says Murphy

Ferdy Murphy reports Naiad Du Misselot to be on target for the Ballymore 25th Anniversary Hurdle at Punchestown later this month.

The Coral Cup winner side-stepped Aintree last week to wait for the festival.

"He did it well at Cheltenham and has come out of the race in good form," said the West Witton trainer.

"He goes on good ground but he's better on soft. He's a good horse and will definitely go to Punchestown."

Other Festival heroes Silver Jaro (County Hurdle) and Tiger Cry (Grand Annual Chase) also figure among a huge 127-strong entry.