The Changing Man finished second at Ascot on his seasonal reappearance

THIS weekend signals the first time this season that Irish supremo Willie Mullins has targeted some of British racing’s big pots, and his Trainers’ Championship battle against Dan Skelton is sure to make for fascinating viewing as the campaign goes on.

Both trainers are set to be represented in Newbury’s big race on Saturday, the Coral Gold Cup (2.55pm), but they may have to settle for minor honours.

A host of interesting contenders have been declared for the three-mile-two-furlong showpiece and none more so than THE CHANGING MAN .

Joe Tizzard’s eight-year-old arrives here with an excellent reappearance run under his belt, when second to a progressive rival at Ascot earlier this month.

There’s every chance that o

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