Binocular withdrawn from Champion Hurdle

Last year's Champion Hurdle winner, Binocular, will not defend his title on Tuesday after trainer Nicky Henderson was forced to withdraw the horse.

The seven-year-old horse had tested postive for a legal substance after being trated for an allergy. On advice from the British Horseracing Authority advice, Henderson was forced to withdraw the current champion.

Henderson told the BBC: "We're all shattered but I am particularly upset for JP (McManus) who's been incredibly understanding."

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