Clarence House Chase: Patrick Mullins hoping for Energumene and Shishkin clash to settle Champion Chase debate

Patrick Mullins hopes for a Clarence House Chase between Energumene and Shishkin to settle the Champion Chase debate. Enerumne is trained by Mullin's father Willie. Shisha won the Arkle Novices' Chase last year. Nicky Henderson wants to give his horse another chance at Cheltenham.   The Champion Chase takes place in March.

Al Boum Photo won the Savills New Year's Day Chase at Tramore for the fourth year in a row. The betting markets were not moved by Al Bou m Photo's victory. Tornado Flyer could join Al bom Photo in the Gold Cup line-up. The King George VI Chase winner Tornado flyer was given a patient ride by Danny Mullins. He finished third in Ryanair last year. Patrick Mullin hopes for Energumene and Shishkin to settle Champion Chase debate.

Willie Mullins has won the Cheltenham Champion Bumper a record 11 times since 1996. Galopin Des Champs won at Leopardstown on his debut. Facile Vega made his winning debut at the Leopardtown Festival on Sunday. Embassy Gardens and Redemption Day won on Monday and Tuesday. Redeem Day is the favourite for the Champion Chase at Prestbury Park in March. American Mike is a 4/1 second-favourite for Cheltonham.