Exeter

Winning hurdler who built on promise of her debut in this sphere when scoring at Market Rasen (23.9f) in November and arrives on back of creditable second of 8 in handicap chase at Southwell (24.3f, good to soft, 3/1) 18 days ago. Shortlist material.

Huntingdon maiden hurdle winner who was well supported but jumped poorly on chase debut at Taunton 5 weeks ago. However, headgear is added now and he's clearly thought capable of better.

Back-to-back winner of Plumpton handicap chases (both 25.7f) in March 2024 and performed with credit when making the frame on first 2 starts of this season. Struggled in better company at Fontwell last time, but couldn't rule out now tasked with a more suitable assignment.

Improved when taking heavy-ground handicaps at Uttoxeter (24f) and Chepstow (23.6f) last winter but not been in same form either start since, including on return in November.

Won first 2 starts over hurdles but has largely disappointed over fences, beaten a long way over shorter trip at Fontwell latest. Cheekpieces back on but others appeal more.

Three-time C&D winner including handicap off just 1 lb higher mark in March. Failed to complete either start since but no surprise if return to this venue sees him in a better light.

Successful twice in soft/heavy last winter but has yet to fire this term and still needs to prove he stays this far.

Low-mileage 9-y-o who hasn't troubled the judge in 4 starts over timber and is likely best watched on chase debut here.

Poor maiden hurdler/chaser who looks booked for another struggle from 13 lb out of the handicap.