Kandoo Kid looking good for Newbury challenge

Nicholls gave some of his charges, including Caldwell Porter and Captain Teague, a gentle gallop at the Berkshire track on Tuesday morning.

“I was very pleased with Kandoo Kid, he worked beautifully and Nico (de Boinville) said he felt amazing. He runs in the Coral Gold Cup and I’ve always targeted it since he won at Aintree. He loves it here and he loves being fresh,” he told Sky Sports Racing.

“Inch House is a month behind the others as when Jonjo (O’Neill) had him he had quite a nasty injury so he’s playing catch up. He may run in the Sir Peter O’Sullevan, but he’ll come on for the run.

“I was also impressed with Regent’s Stroll. They only went half-speed and then quickened up. He’ll run here either Friday or Saturday, depending on the ground. He’s ready to roll.

“You can’t not be excited, he’s got size and scope and was unbeaten in two races. I was impressed with what I saw then and so was Harry (Cobden).

“Captain Teague and Caldwell Potter are on a par with each other. They are both ready to run and both will have an entry in the John Francombe next Friday, but we might just leave Captain Teague to go for the three-miler at Sandown the week after,” said Nicholls.

“I’d always had in my mind for him to go to Exeter, then Sandown and then Kempton for the Kauto Star.

“Caldwell Potter went beautifully so they are ready to run. I’m glad we didn’t run him in the spring, he’s a different animal now, he’s had a nice prep, looks good and we are itching to get him good.”