Lulamba makes perfect chase start at Exeter

Paddy Power make Lulamba a 3-1 shot for the Arkle at Cheltenham in March, with William Hill going 4-1 about his Festival chance

EXCITING PROSPECT: Lulamba emerged as the leading juvenile hurdler in Britain last season, finishing second to Poniros in the Triumph Hurdle before then reversing that form at Punchestown. Picture: Healy Racing

Lulamba made a winning debut over fences in the Royal Oak, Heavitree "Chasing Excellence" Beginners' Chase at Exeter.

Nicky Henderson's four-year-old emerged as the leading juvenile hurdler in Britain last season, finishing second to Poniros in the Triumph Hurdle before then reversing that form at Punchestown.