Minella Indo returns to hurdles at Navan as Grand National prep gathers pace

Henry de Bromhead said Minella Indo will not run in the Glenfarclas Chase at Cheltenham.

Minella Indo has claimed just two victories since winning the 2021 Cheltenham Gold Cup. Pic: Harry Murphy/Sportsfile

Minella Indo will return to hurdles for the first time since 2019 as he continues his Grand National preparations at Navan on Sunday.

Now a 12-year-old, Minella Indo was a force in the novice staying hurdle division six years ago, winning Grade Ones at both the Cheltenham and Punchestown Festivals before going on to a sterling career over regulation fences.