Showed a bit of temperament when running out on debut and well beaten when tried again at Newbury last month. Better ground may help him improve. Is related to hurdle/chase (but not bumper) winners and may take a hand in such a weak affair with champion up.
Stayed on well on debut on heavy ground at Ffos Las last month, which in the context of this field looks very encouraging. Related to winners from 2m-3m, including the high class Spirit Leader, so may well have enough pace to see off this field.
€8,500 purchase last year. Dam won 2m hurdle and half-sister to 2m5f/3m chase winner Gabreselassie. Encouraging pedigree. Yard 0-5 in bumpers, so support would be more encouraging on debut.
ATOMIC RUMBLE sets the standard of those to have run and with that under his belt and pedigree hinting at a bit more speed than the rest of them, he is taken to prevail. Spider's Bite and Destrier are the two most likely to be closest at the finish.