Northern Ireland On Course Bookmakers Association Opportunity Handicap Hurdle (80-109)

Twenty runs since last win in 2021. 9/1, below form sixth of 12 in handicap chase at this course (23.7f, good) 36 days ago, every chance still 2 out before weakening. Better showing anticipated back down in trip/returned to timber.

In fine form when last seen, ready winner at Roscommon (15.4f) prior to a good second KIlbeggan (19f) in July 2022. Starts out for new yard now after a lengthy absence and the market may well prove the best guide.

17/2, bit below form fifth of 15 in handicap hurdle at this course (18.8f, good to soft) 22 days ago, unable to sustain effort having not been ideally placed. Eased further in the weights ahead of this.

20/1, last of 10 in handicap hurdle at Limerick (19f, soft) 16 days ago, ridden after 3 out and soon done with. Something to find on form.

2/1, creditable second of 16 in handicap hurdle at Ballinrobe (16.3f, good to soft) 18 days ago. Remains low-mileage from a handicapping perspective and he looks the one to beat.

Fair winner at 10f on flat. 125/1, seventh of 9 in novice chase at Punchestown (16f, soft). Off 18 months. Switches from chase to hurdles but yard look to hold stronger claims with Tell Us This.

20/1, respectable ninth of 16 in handicap hurdle at Clonmel (19f, soft) 30 days ago, possibly needing the run after 8 months. Remains less exposed than most if he can build on that here.

Latest win in hurdle at Tramore in April. Creditable fifth of 13 in handicap hurdle at Sligo (20.7f, good to soft, 5/1) 4 days ago. Visor on 1st time.

Winner at Roscommon (16.2f) 12 months ago and largely held form well thereafter. 22/1, offered little after 8 months off when tenth of 13 in handicap hurdle at Clonmel (16.2f, soft) 30 days ago but feasible to expect a better showing with that under his belt.

Career best when winning 9-runner handicap chase at Tramore (15.5f, good to soft, 14/1) 15 days ago. Switches from chase to hurdles. Looks competitive on form.