Nicky Henderson's Punjabi continues his preparation to defend his Champion Hurdle crown on Saturday where he will be partnered by Felix De Giles.

This seven year old has not had the best of build up's being without a win in his two starts this season. With a grim couple of days for Henderson with Binocular being sidelined and Zaynar taking a beating, connections will be hoping for a positive outcome.

Starluck goes for Alan Fleming, this five year old just missed out on a win in the Christmas Hurdle at Kempton last time out. He delivered a fine performance losing nothing in deafeat to winner Go Native. He is one who is getter better each time.

Qozak is the sole runner for Paul Nicholls in the absence of Celestial Halo while Mon Michel, Petito and Treaty Flyer complete the field.

Age Trend: Range: 5 - 7yo.

Jockey Trend: AP McCoy has ridden two winners for two different trainers in the last seven years.

Favourite Trend: The favourite has won this race four times in the last seven years.

Weight Trend: Range: 11-2 - 11-10.

Official Rating Trend: Range: 137 - 165 (No OR for the 2003 winner).