Made a strong return from a 247-day layoff last time out in a hurdle (3900m) at this track, finishing second when partnered by today's rider Sean Quinlan. Fitter and expected to go on with it.

Back from a 90-day break. Finished off last campaign when sixth in a hurdle (3300m) at Market Rasen, beaten 6 lengths. Bold showing expected while fresh.

Did a good job to finish third two back in a hurdle (3100m) at this track but could only manage fourth in a hurdle (3900m) at this track last time, arriving 8 lengths behind the winner. Will be thereabouts.

Not raced for three months. Closed off last preparation when seventh in a hurdle (3400m) at Newcastle, beaten 21 lengths. Has ability but tested this line-up.

Making heavy weather of things recently. Two starts back finished sixth in a hurdle (4100m) at Market Rasen. Things didn't improve when he came to grief more recently in a hurdle (3380m) at Sedgefield. Won't find this easy.

Handy mare who has won seven of her 26 starts over the jumps. Was well held last time when eighth in a hurdle (4100m) at Market Rasen. Rates highly on best form and is a key contender.

Handy gelding who has won six of his 24 starts over the jumps. Was well held last time when sixth in a hurdle (3400m) at Carlisle. Rates highly on best form and is worth including.

Was out of the money last time out when he finished seventh on his jumps debut in a hurdle (3320m) at Market Rasen. Can get the job done.