Back from a 66-day break. Had just one run last campaign and was tenth in a hurdle (4950m) at Aintree, beaten 31 lengths. Must include among the chances.

Back from a break of two months. Wound up last campaign with a 15th in a hurdle (4000m) at Cheltenham, beaten 45 lengths. Has ability and worth including.

Consistent six-year-old gelding who has won three of his 10 starts. Last time out was beaten 3 lengths when second in a hurdle (4100m) at Leicester. Leading hope on the latest effort.

Going well this prep. Placed first-up two starts ago in a hurdle (3400m) at Carlisle then found the frame again last time in a hurdle (4100m) at Leicester, beaten 3.5 lengths. Prospects look very bright.

Sent out at long odds in a steeplechase (4800m) at Kempton Park last time when eased out of the race. Needs to regain punters' trust.

Returns from a spell. Last appeared 11 months ago when he did not complete the course in a steeplechase (3900m) at Ffos Las. Must be given another chance.

Made a strong return from a 315-day layoff last time out in a maiden hurdle (3100m) at Leicester, finishing third when partnered by today's rider Charlie Deutsch. Key runner who is expected to feature again.

Back from a 1035-day break. Finished off last campaign when seventh in a steeplechase (4023m) at Clonmel, beaten 94 lengths. Has switched to the R J Armson yard. Others rate better this time.