Hullnback to bypass Cheltenham, says Fergal O'Brien

Connections of the six-year-old have opted for a return to Aintree.

Fergal O'Brien, who believes top novice hurdler Hullnback would struggle to handle the hustle and bustle of the Cheltenham Festival. Picture: David Davies/PA Wire.

Fergal O'Brien believes top novice hurdler Hullnback would struggle to handle the hustle and bustle of the Cheltenham Festival.

Connections of the six-year-old have therefore decided to bypass the meeting in favour of a return to Aintree, the scene of his runner-up effort in a Grade Two bumper at the Grand National meeting last April.