'He’s been improving and has earned his ticket to a race like this' - Nicky Henderson goes through his festive squad

Nicky Henderson on his leading chances over the busy festive period . . . 

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1.20 Kempton, December 26
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He’s been remarkably good all along and keeps growing up the whole time, and he’s been improving, which is what we like. He stays and must have good ground, but he’s earned his ticket to a race like this. It’s a big step up again, but it's good ground so we’ve got to have a go. He’s earned the right to be there.