TOMORROW sees the reappearance of the Arkle Chase favourite Douvan, in his first outing over fences. At such an early stage in the season, few races can have such an intended superstar cast as the two mile novice. The next eight in the current betting are all high class graded novice hurdle winners - Shaneshill, L’Ami Serge, Garde La Victoire, Sizing John, Kitten Rock, Vaniteux, Jollyallan, Bristol De Mai. Four of them have already posted impressive wins over fences.

Two mile novice chases have always been one of the most thrilling events at the Festival and this is brewing up to be one of the best ever.