Impressive Caribean Boy joins illustrious roll call as he downs Fiddlerontheroof

The Berkshire Novices' Chase, which features Cheltenham Gold Cup heroes Denman, Bobs Worth and Coneygree on its honours board, went to the bruising Caribean Boy, who emerged as a dark horse for significant prizes.

Nicky Henderson took advantage of the six-year-old's novice chase status being extended until the end of the month because of the coronavirus pandemic and was registering his eighth victory in the Ladbrokes-backed Grade 2, which dual King George ace Clan Des Obeaux also won.

"He's a gross, gross horse and getting him fit isn't an easy job," said the champion trainer deflecting credit to groom Lewis Morgan.