Q: Many of the protagonists in the ante-post market for the Champion Hurdle have questions to answer. Do you think the race could provide a big-priced winner. If so, who?

Luke: Forgive Epatante’s Christmas reversal and you are suddenly getting 5/2 about a 5/4 chance. If you spent your gambling career trusting Henderson to get them right in March, you would definitely be in front. The two who look in great shape and form this year are the International Hurdle first and second, Song For Someone and Silver Streak, and whilst it’s hard to make a compelling case for either, they might be the best alternatives.