THE classic-placed sprinter-miler Danehill (Danzig) has had a profound influence on the breed. The prolific champion sire can be found somewhere in the pedigree of many of the world’s top flat horses and, in recent years, his influence in National Hunt circles has been growing.

Champs Elysees, Dylan Thomas, Indian Danehill, Jeremy, Mastercraftsman, Mountain High, Multiplex, Westerner and Zoffany are sons or male-line descendants who have made an impact in the National Hunt sector.