Nicholls bouyed by Denman op

Paul Nicholls is hopeful a breathing operation will help Denman produce a better finishing effort when he goes for further Cheltenham Gold Cup glory next month.

The 2008 winner of the blue riband was joined by stable companions Big Buck’s, Poquelin and Ghizao in a spin at Wincanton on Sunday morning, and the champion trainer was delighted with the Prestbury Park-bound quartet.