Willie Mullins has also confirmed that Min has been retired.
Willie Mullins says Cheltenham Gold Cup contender Monkfish has been ruled out of the national hunt season.
Monkfish won twice at Cheltenham last year, but has suffered a tendon injury in training.
Mullins also confirmed that seven-time Grade 1 winner Min has been retired.
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Willie Mullins announced last night Monkfish who was vying for favouritism for next years Cheltenham Gold Cup will miss this years upcoming 2021/22 season after suffering a tendon injury 😞
👎🏼 Gutted! pic.twitter.com/sUpHM7hUv3