Clonmel tips: Bachasson can defy lengthy absence 

The Nire Valley Claiming Hurdle looks a great opportunity for John McConnell's charge to get off the mark

UPWARDLY MOBILE:  John McConnell made his Cheltenham Festival breakthrough last week and can saddle another winner at Clonmel on Tuesday.  Picture: Healy Racing 

The feature on Tuesday afternoon’s card in Clonmel is the Suir Blueway Chase and the race revolves around the wellbeing of Bachasson.

Willie Mullins’ runner hasn’t been seen in more than two years, but the very fact connections have felt it worth persevering with the 12-year-old is noteworthy.