Ability FM Handicap Chase

Smart hurdler who opened his chase account at Wetherby 15 months ago (from 8 lb higher). Performed creditably on 3 of his 4 starts this winter and must enter calculations here.

Won twice from 4 starts last season, notably a listed handicap at Ayr (2m, good) in April. Been more miss than hit since, however, and percentage call is to look elsewhere. Had wind operation.

Likeable type who has taken well to chasing this season, winning 3 times. Looked likely victor again when falling late on at Wetherby (19.4f, good to firm) when last seen in October but has career-high mark to defy on return now.

Bagged a couple of small field handicap chases in 2021/22 and opened account for this campaign at Hereford (16f) in January. Solid second at Wincanton (15.7f, good to soft) latest and remains fairly treated.

Would have run out an easy winner at Ayr (16.5f, good) last month but for coming down at the final fence. 7 lb higher now but remains low mileage in this sphere.

Progressive, dual winner over hurdles who improved to make second chase start a winning one at Ayr (20.5f) in November. Held form well in defeat since and should make presence felt again.

Fairly useful chaser who returned to form, refitted with cheekpieces, when second of 5 in handicap chase at Market Rasen (19.2f, soft) 10 days ago. This is more competitive but he can't be ruled out.

Posted best effort over fences when narrowly taking 6-runner handicap at Market Rasen (17.2f, soft) 18 days ago. 5 lb higher now but is another to consider.