The runners and riders have been confirmed for the 2024 King George VI Chase at Kempton Park on Boxing Day.
Last year's winner Hewick, Betfair Chase winner Royale Pagaille and Ahoy Senor will not be competing in the famous race after a field of 11 was confirmed.
A strong Irish challenge is headlined by the supplemented Spillane's Tower, with the likes of Corbetts Cross, Banbridge and Envoi Allen also set to compete.
Grey Dawning will lead the British charge for Dan Skelton after finishing second in last month's Betfair Chase, while 2022 champion Bravemansgame has also been declared.
Last year's Kauto Star Novices' Chase winner Il Est Francais heads a French-trained trio and could jostle for favouritism.
The race has attracted its biggest field for 15 years since 13 horses went to post for the 2009 race.
2024 King George VI Chase Runners and Riders
There are 11 confirmed runners for the King George VI Chase at Kempton Park:
- Banbridge (Paul Townend)
- Bravemansgame (Harry Cobden)
- Corbetts Cross (Derek O'Connor)
- Envoi Allen (Rachael Blackmore)
- General En Chef (Benjamin Gelhay)
- Grey Dawning (Harry Skelton)
- Il Est Francais (James Reveley)
- Justos Ganamos (Felix de Giles)
- L'Homme Presse (Charlie Deutsch)
- Spillane's Tower (Mark Walsh)
- The Real Whacker (Gavin Sheehan)
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