Two-time Queen Mother Champion Chase hero Energumene is 'probably out for the season' according to trainer Willie Mullins.
The nine-year-old won his second Champion Chase by 10 lengths at Cheltenham in March and followed up the victory by landing more Grade 1 glory at Punchestown in April.
However, his tilt for a Champion Chase hat-trick looks most unlikely this season.
Speaking to sportinglife.com, Mullins said: "Unfortunately Energumene has a hind leg injury and he will probably be out of action for the season."
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