Virgin Bet Daily Price Boosts Novices' Handicap Chase (GBB Race)

Winning Irish pointer who was 2-3 over hurdles in 2023 and back from 14 months off, posted a promising third of 7 in novices' handicap chase at Carlisle (15.9f) 44 days ago, losing the runners-up spot only late on. Looks sure to improve for that outing.

Fairly useful hurdler who didn't need to be anywhere near that level to land the odds in 4-runner seller at Plumpton. Found it tougher back in handicaps since and not an obvious chasing type. Tongue strap on for 1st time.

Fairly useful 2m novice hurdle winner who is the type to make a better chaser and duly made a successful debut over fences in smooth fashion at Carlisle. Might have found next run coming too soon so worth another chance.

Fairly useful Flat winner in France who won a Wetherby juvenile hurdle last winter. Switched to fences this season and has taken to it better than expected given his physique/Flat background, producing a career best to score at Taunton last month. Can make presence felt.

Pair of 17f Sedgefield hurdle wins under Brian Hughes last winter and with his reappearance second under his belt, he matched that form when third of 5 on return to the larger obstacles at Wetherby in November. Needs to build on that.

Fairly useful maiden on the Flat and fair form when runner-up 4 times over hurdles for Paul Nicholls. Filled same spot on yard debut in 2m novice at Sedgefield but well held at Carlisle since. Not an obvious chasing type.

Lightly-raced hurdler who made a bold bid to land a touch when collared close home at Hexham on return. Well held at Carlisle since and now goes chasing.