In a race against time, Nico de Boinville is striving to return to the saddle as soon as possible, with his participation in Saturday's BetMGM Clarence House Chase hanging in the balance. The jockey, who suffered a fall at Cheltenham on New Year's Day, is currently out of action and must pass a concussion test before he can ride again. Nicky Henderson's stable jockey, who was replaced by James Bowen in recent races, is normally partnered with Jonbon in the Grade 1 event at Ascot. However, the 36-year-old's agent, Sam Stronge, is hopeful that de Boinville can make a swift recovery and return to action before the next weekend. The jockey's return to the track is a crucial development for the team, but it also raises questions about the protocols and procedures surrounding concussion in horse racing. Will de Boinville be able to pass the test and ride again soon? And what does this mean for the Clarence House Chase? These are the questions that remain unanswered as the jockey continues to recover and the team prepares for the upcoming race.
