Winner of his last two starts, scoring in a steeplechase (3800m) at this track last time by 5 lengths. Expected to be prominent throughout. Expected to improve further and can measure up again.

Last start was in a steeplechase (3800m) at this track when eased out of the race. Looks safely held.

Impressed when successful in a hurdle (3890m) at Doncaster two back then finished fourth more recently in a hurdle (3900m) at this track, beaten 8 lengths. Cannot be written off based on the last performance.

Finished fifth when fresh from a spell last start in a steeplechase (3900m) at Sedgefield, with today's rider Danny Mcmenamin piloting. Others rate better.

Hasn't won for more than a year but ran a good race 28 days ago when fifth in a steeplechase (3300m) at Sedgefield. Has ability and looks a rougher each way danger.

Made a winning return from a 254-day layoff last time out in a steeplechase (3100m) at this track partnered by today's jockey Charlie Maggs. That run was the first for the P Neville yard. Big chance to go two-for-two this prep.