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His defeat of Royal Vacation earlier in the campaign looks very good in the contest of this race, though he disappointed slightly back at Wetherby next time and seems to have lost his way a little since. Trip and forecast conditions suit and if the cheek pieces work then he really ought to be up to winning this, though clearly not bombproof.

Another in first-time headgear after making the frame on his first three chase starts, but then going off the boil slightly. Back down in class here, which will help and not ruled out despite not being favoured by the weights.

Won four times over hurdles for Nicky Henderson before switching to current yard and being sent chasing. Jumping has left a little bit to be desired in two starts this season and until that improves he won't be winning.

Another former Seven Barrows inmate who won over hurdles while there and scored on debut for current yard when last seen in June 2015. Has that lengthy absence to overcome on chasing debut and best watched.

Cost just €5,200 as a foal in 2008 and this is the first time he will see a racecourse. Full brother to a once-placed hurdler in Ireland, so the portents not good for this introduction.

Runner-up to a 135-rated performer on his second run over fences at Hereford, which looks good form in the context of this race. Handles plenty of cut and there should be more to come from this bumper and hurdles winner in this discipline.

Career record of 1-20, but has been highly tried over hurdles and it was runner-up in a Grade One last season. Has bumped into one or two smart performers this season over fences, including Buveur D'Air, but does have a serious question to answer in terms of stamina today.