cavani.co.uk The Sock Shuffle Handicap

Thriving of late, completing an AW double at Kempton 3 weeks ago. Just as effective on turf and another career-best effort can't be ruled out.

4-time course winner. 10/3, won 7-runner handicap at Chester (7.6f, heavy) 55 days ago, slowly away. Likely to go well.

Successful 3 times last season and right back to his best when landing a Chester handicap (7.6f) in May. Has struggled to make an impact since, though.

Smart performer at his best, winner of back-to-back York handicaps in 2020 and successful in listed company the following year. However, he was well held on final start of last season in this corresponding race and largely below par so far this time round.

Second of 4 in minor event (18/10) at Nantes (8f, good to firm). Off 121 days. First run for yard after leaving E. Monfort. Makes handicap debut. Worth a market check making British debut for shrewd stable.

Improved during second half of 2022 and has generally held his form well this term. Lesser effort at Doncaster last time but likely to be back on his game with a visor fitted.

Much improved switched to turf, completing a 6-timer in 1m Ayr handicap in July. Went off the boil in better company subsequently but back in handicaps after a short break now.

Looked smart when winning maiden/novice events on first 2 starts. Couldn't cope with the step up to Group 3 company in the Jersey at Royal Ascot but given time since and retains plenty of potential with his sights lowered.

Completed a four-timer at Ascot (7f) in May but has lost his form since.

Smart as a 3-y-o when trained in France. Hasn't kicked on this year but has shaped better than the result on a couple of occasions and could make his presence felt if everything clicks.

Winner at Chelmsford City in May. Has held form since and shaped like the trip stretched him somewhat at Yarmouth a month ago. Well respected back down in distance.

Fairly useful form, winning a 1m Thirsk novice (soft) in June on his final start for Ed Walker. Promising start for current stable at Chester last time and cheekpieces might bring out a big more.