Hasn't raced since finishing 17 lengths away in fourth in a hurdle (4800m) at Newbury eight months ago. Others rate better.

Resuming today. Last raced when he pulled up in a 4000m hurdle at Sandown Park nine months ago. Key runner despite the lay-off.

Was very good when returning from a 212-day layoff most recently, beaten 21 lengths into third in a hurdle (3560m) at Fontwell Park. Back in good order but needs more to feature.

Returns from a spell. Closed the last campaign with a minor placing in a hurdle (4200m) at Warwick, beaten 1.3 lengths. Has claims with the right run.

Resumes after a spell of eight months. Was a very competitive third in a hurdle (4000m) at Ffos Las at the final run before being turned out. Very hard to knock.

Returns from a spell of nine months. Concluded last campaign with a minor placing in a hurdle (3970m) at Sandown Park, beaten 5.5 lengths. Could prove tough to stop.

First-up since March 7. Recorded two wins from five starts last preparation, finishing off with success in a steeplechase (3800m) at Exeter. Looks one of the better hopes in the race.

10 start maiden who finished in the money last time in a much improved second over 3500m in a hurdle at Fontwell Park. Not far away in latest and is worth including as a chance.