Harry Cobden has the backing of trainer Paul Nicholls in champion jockey race, as wins on Pic D’Orhy and Threeunderthrufive moved him three wins clear of Sean Bowen

Paul Nicholls says his aim is to make Harry Cobden champion jockey for the first time, as he lavished praise on his stable jockey's winning ride on Pic D'Orhy in the Grade One Betfair Ascot Chase.