MIGHTY Potter (158+) cemented his position at the head of the market for the Turners Novice Chase with a polished performance in the Grade 1 Ladbroke Novices Chase.

Davy Russell was quick to shoulder the blame for the only jumping blemish, which occurred down the side of the course, as taking a lead for the majority of the race saw the six-year-old produce a much-improved display at his fences.