Coldstream Guards Association Leicester Branch Handicap Chase

Resumed progress in a refitted tongue strap to make it 3 wins for the season in 7-runner handicap over C&D (good) 10 days ago, pushed out. Obvious claims under a penalty.

Just about matched his hurdles form sent chasing despite an error-prone round of jumping when close second at Ludlow on return and went one better upped in trip at Huntingdon (23.6f) on Boxing Day. Subsequent break suggests all might not have gone well since but further progress can't be ruled out.

Fair form over fences in France in 2020 and got off the mark for current yard at Ffos Las (23.8f) in October. Disappointing since though, including dropped in grade in a first-time hood at Catterick last time.

Modest maiden hurdler who has shown a similar level on form both chase starts, including when third in 12-runner handicap at Lingfield (23.5f) 18 days ago, clear of remainder. Likely to be in the mix again.

Front runner who left his chasing debut form behind to land a weak event from 5 lb out of the weights over C&D early last month. Followed up at Market Rasen (23.9f) subsequently and dangerous to dismiss in his hat-trick bid, especially with an easy lead on the cards.