Maureen Mullins, the mother of the masterful champion trainer Willie, passed away this morning aged 94 following a short illness.

Trainer Tony Mullins confirmed on Twitter that stable-star Princess Zoe has been moved to another trainer on Monday evening.

Racing owner Paddy Kehoe has spoken of his regret at tweeting criticism of Danny Mullins' ride on Princess Zoe at the Cheltenham Festival.

Tony Mullins will keep Princess Zoe over jumps for the time being as he feels there is more money to be made than by running her on the Flat.

Tony Mullins believes Princess Zoe has a “very serious winning chance” in whatever Cheltenham Festival race she runs in, with the Ryanair Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle her likely landing spot.