In-form Sheehan taking to the skies to maintain momentum on frantic Saturday

Gavin Sheehan was walking on cloud nine last weekend after victory on Itchy Feet in the Grade 1 Scilly Isles Novices' Chase at Sandown and the rider is taking to the skies on Saturday in a bid to capture big races at Warwick and Newbury.

Sheehan, who is enjoying a fine season, is due to partner Rouge Vif in Warwick's Agetur UK Kingmaker Novices' Chase (2.05) before heading to Newbury for Thebannerkingrebel in the Betfair Hurdle (3.35).

However, with only 90 minutes separating the two races the jockey will be flying high in order to take in the rides.

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James BurnLambourn correspondent

Published on 6 February 2020inNews

Last updated 15:26, 6 February 2020

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