Overview
- A BHA spokesperson confirmed Constitution Hill sits 16th in the elimination order for Friday’s SBK Road To Cheltenham Novice Stakes.
- The maximum field will be 12 or 14 depending on stabling capacity and any race divisions, leaving the horse outside the guaranteed places.
- Nicky Henderson called the run "pretty crucial" and warned missing out would be a "serious backfire," with Oisin Murphy booked to ride.
- Race sponsor SBK said they would love to see the star line up and reported strong uptake for the £40,000 ITV Friday Night Live contest.
- Hughie Morrison indicated Secret Squirrel is doubtful to run, and declarations on Wednesday will determine whether enough withdrawals occur.