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Gallops Report: Nicky Henderson

Nicky Henderson Nov 2016
Image: Nicky Henderson: Trains Jenkins

On his latest visit to Lambourn, our gallops reporter finds Nicky Henderson's Kempton hopeful Jenkins in top order.

JENKINS impressed in his final piece of faster work ahead of the novice hurdle at Kempton.

Nicky Henderson's aspiring star is an impressive mover and gave short shrift to his lead horse to show himself in top order.

Favourite backers will be looking to kick off Boxing Day on the right note with the four-year-old, but JOSSES HILL will be double-figure odds on his first attempt at three miles in the King George.

The Alan Spence-owned gelding should have every chance of getting the trip round Kempton and with his front running style, he could make things a bit awkward for Thistlecrack.

Spence paid plenty for Josses Hill, who is now beginning to realise expectations and has worked very encouragingly since his recent Huntingdon triumph.

CARACCI APACHE has worked and schooled satisfactorily ahead of the Kauto Star Novices' Chase.

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MY TENT OR YOURS came up the strip with his customary verve and looks on song for the Christmas Hurdle and a match up with old adversary The New One.

GOLD PRESENT is another to watch out for when he tackles a novices' handicap chase at Kempton