West Approach out to justify sky-high reputation

Adrien Du Pont: makes his seasonal reappearance at Cheltenham on Saturday

Adrien Du Pont: off the mark over fencesCredit: Alan Crowhurst

Thistlecrack's younger brother West Approach is arguably the most intriguing name on what promises to be a highly informative Cheltenham card.

The six-year-old has long been spoken of in glowing terms by trainer Colin Tizzard and takes the first step of his new season on a path connections hope will lead back to Prestbury Park in March when he tackles six rivals in the Richard Allen, Waters & The Brittons Novices’ Hurdle (2.25).

Smooth winner of a Newton Abbot novice hurdle in May, West Approach is reported in great shape for his reappearance.

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Richard BirchReporter

Published on 21 October 2016inPreviews

Last updated 16:08, 21 October 2016

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