'I take flak and it frustrates me - but I'm not going to wreck another horse'

Nicky Henderson faces a decision.

It is not about whether to run Constitution Hill at Newcastle, Cheltenham or anywhere else, although talk of such important judgement calls will soon cause his temperature to rise. The jumps legend is about to be interviewed across the crisp white linen-covered table of a small London restaurant. Henderson and his wife, Sophie, will then head off to visit an owner, one of many who utilise the services of a six-time champion trainer.

First he must decide what to eat. That is not an altogether straightforward process.