Returns after a brief layoff. Last appeared when he finished fourth in a steeplechase (4300m) at Market Rasen three months ago, that effort a nice progression after being safely held the run before. Sure to make his presence felt.

Returns after a spell of seven months. Opened the last campaign with a solid second in a steeplechase (4300m) at Taunton, beaten 4 lengths. Overall first-up record reads well, with four placings from eight runs. This looks too difficult.

Returns after a spell of a year. Opened the last campaign with a win in a steeplechase (3200m) at Uttoxeter by one length, adding to a sound overall first-up record. Can return in winning form.

Pulled up at his latest appearance in a 4800m steeplechase at Uttoxeter then went for a break. What happened last time is not ideal so cannot entertain.

Was most recently at the races six months ago. Closed the last campaign with a win in the G2 Bet365 Select Hurdle hurdle (4300m) at Sandown Park, getting home by a head. Genuine jumper with five wins to his name from 16 starts.