Cazoo Search Drive Smile Handicap Chase

Finally got the job done when opening his account on return at Chepstow (3m, good to soft) in November. Back to that level when second at Wincanton but others here look better treated.

Successful twice in France and bettered previous exploits without returning to his best when fifth in 8-runner Ffos Las handicap (23.8f) 38 days ago. Mark has eased a little more but he does need to take a step forward from that to play a lead role.

Point winner who made a successful start for this yard in Leicester novice hurdle last winter. Running a good first race over fences when fell 3 out at Exeter, but poor back there 9 days on.

Made solid start for this yard (after 20-month absence) when second in handicap chase at Ffos Las in November and backed that up when runner-up there next 2 starts. Remains fairly treated and is a must for the shortlist.

Further signs of decline this season for new yard and others preferred.

Consistent sort who finally got off the mark under Rules here last month, coming clear in impressive fashion. That was a career best so 10 lb rise is fair and leading contender back up in trip.

Back to winning ways when taking 10-runner handicap chase at Ffos Las, well on top finish. Not quite in same form next time but has been given a short break since.

Point winner who improved on hurdles form to make a successful debut over fences at Catterick (25.3f) in December and ran creditably when 13 lengths fourth at Ffos Las. Found his run of good form coming to an abrupt halt there since, though. Has had wind op/change of headgear here.

Placed in both Irish points and bright start under Rules, unsurprisingly improving for switch to chasing when narrowly on top close home at Taunton (23f) in December. Back to form when fourth in a tongue strap at Taunton but more needed here.