The 12-year-old was a force in the novice staying hurdle division six years ago, winning Grade Ones at both the Cheltenham and Punchestown Festivals
Gold Cup winner Minella Indo will return to hurdles for the first time since 2019 as he continues his Grand National preparations at Navan on Sunday.
Winner of the 2021 Cheltenham Gold Cup, Minella Indo has claimed victory just twice since, but he appeared reinvigorated by a switch to cross country fences and then the distinctive Grand National obstacles, finishing third behind I Am Maximus under a chunky weight. The trainer said: “He’s aiming for the Grand National and this might be a nice day out for him. He’s in good form.
De Bromhead also unveils an intriguing new recruit as Salt Bay lines up in the Navan Ford And Opel Maiden Hurdle.
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