Cheltenham Festival: Nicky Henderson's Champ heads to Aintree and misses Stayers' Hurdle

Champ is not included in the Stayers' Hurdle entries. Nicky Henderson's horse will go to Aintree for Grand National in April. Flooring Porter, Buzz and Paisley Park are among the other possible runners. The market is dominated by Irish-trained entries with Floorings Porter leading the betting at 5-1. Marie's Rock is the shortest-priced British- trained entry. It is most likely to defend her title over shorter distance. She is one of eight horses owned by Closutton handler Rich Ricci.