"His forceful way of riding, together with the extra effort he so often demands at a fence, does not suit our horse. He is a brilliant jockey, but a few horses do not adapt to his unique style and do not appreciate his strength."
Sir Rembrandt, Hand Inn Hand, One Knight, Frenchman's Creek, Seebald and Upgrade are the six horses lined up to take Best Mate on at Exeter.
Early signs suggest the £65,000 contest is likely to cut up to four or five runners and McCoy will be more determined than ever if, as seems likely, he links up with his old ally Martin Pipe for the ride on Seebald.
