Tony McCoy eyes Punjabi after Binocular’s Champion Hurdle exit

• Jockey’s original mount out for season with muscle problem • Possible replacement ride lined up for Wincanton on Saturday Binocular’s disappointing season came to a dismal end today when it was revealed that he is suffering from a ­muscle problem and will not run again until the autumn. The news opens up the ­possibility that Tony McCoy, his ­regular rider, may switch to Punjabi for next month’s Champion Hurdle and may even be in the saddle when that horse has his prep at Wincanton on Saturday.

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