Paul Nicholls taking direct route to Cheltenham with stars
BACK IN BUSINESS: Stage Star got his novice chasing career back on track with a bloodless victory at Plumpton. Picture: Alan Crowhurst/Getty Images
Paul Nicholls has confirmed both Bravemansgame and Hermes Allen will head straight to the Cheltenham Festival after their successes over the festive period.
Bravemansgame provided the champion trainer with a 13th success in the King George VI Chase at Kempton on St Stephen's Day, prevailing by 14 lengths under Harry Cobden having started at 11-4.




