Stormy weather has so far seen the abandonment of Exeter , with the meeting at Southwell on the fibresand currently due an inspection.  Punchestown in Ireland will also be subject to an inspection.

Yesterdays racing saw Rouge Vif 2.05 Warwick put in a good display of jumping, he beat Nube Negra, who I really fancied strongly.  Gavin Sheehan who rode the winner, is riding with great confidence at the moment.  He was very positive on his mount from halfway, and Rouge Vif galloped on strongly from two out, to win by over 6 lengths.  At Newbury, Altior 2.25, was workmanlike in his victory.  But he will likely improve for the race, and he beat some useful rivals.

More tomorrow.