The teams behind Impaire Et Passe and Los Sidmouth are awaiting decisions on their participation in Saturday's Unibet Hurdle at Cheltenham. These horses and Gala Marceau feature in the Grade Two contests six-day entries. Trainer Willie Mullins will confirm their participation close to the declaration deadline. They will also consider alternative options.
Anthony Bromley, representing Impaire Et Passe's owners, Simon Munir and Isaac Souede, disclosed on the Nick Luck Daily Podcast that plans for the Dublin Racing Festival were in place. Still, with a Cheltenham entry, uncertainties remain. He expects a decision by Thursday morning. Bromley also mentioned the possibility of Daryl Jacob riding at Doncaster instead. Bromley noted Impaire Et Passe's Stayers' Hurdle entry. He indicated the next two-mile race will be pivotal in decision-making.
Lossiemouth, managed by Joe Chambers for owners Susannah and Rich Ricci, still needs to be decided. Speaking on the Nick Luck Daily, Chambers mentioned various upcoming race options. He included Doncaster's SBK Yorkshire Rose Mares' Hurdle. The team initially favoured Doncaster but is reconsidering after recent race developments. A decision is expected by Wednesday evening or Thursday morning.