Bolger on Garde for Thurles

Cross-country grand master Garde Champetre is to make his traditional reappearance in the Vendee Hurdle at Thurles on October 21 before chasing further Cheltenham glory.

Now a five-time winner over the Prestbury Park banks, including twice at the Festival, the 11-year-old was fifth in the Glenfarclas-sponsored event in March this year and remains in fine heart.