War Artist

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War Artist could be forced to miss the Betfred Sprint Cup at Haydock on Saturday week after suffering a slight setback.

And it could mean connections put a hold on an ambitious end-of-season campaign - at least until next season.

"War Artist didn't pull out right this morning and I'm not happy with him," said Newmarket trainer James Eustace.

"I would say he is a doubtful runner at Haydock but I will make a final decision on Monday when I would need to confirm the horse. It seems sensible to wait until then.

"I don't think it is anything serious, his action just doesn't seem quite right and it could just be he has had enough for this year as he has been on the go since March."

It spell the end of the season for the former South African-trained gelding, who has been placed in the Golden Jubilee and the July Cup this year.

"We will have to speak with the owners but it could be that we put the overseas trip on hold for next year," he added.

"It would be nice to start the British season a little later and plan around an autumn campaign."