Ace ATV Mares' 'National Hunt' Maiden Hurdle (GBB Race)

Offered more than on debut when fourth of 9 in novice at Worcester (16f, good to soft) on hurdles bow 15 days ago, not knocked about. Step up in trip a plus and remains open to progress.

Built on promising hurdles bow when good second of 7 in novice at Cartmel (22.1f, good) in July. Further improvement may be forthcoming and she looks a likely contender.

Opened account at first time of asking when taking Newbury bumper in December 2023. Couldn't really build on that in 2 outings last year but must be respected on hurdles debut with fitness unlikely to be an issue.

Looked in need of experience when fourth of 5 in novice hurdle at Warwick (21f, good to firm, 14/1) on NH debut 36 days ago and may be one for longer term.

Placed in all 3 bumper outings and made a positive start in this discipline when second of 8 in novice hurdle at Hereford (16.2f, good to firm, 13/2) 24 days ago. Tries longer trip now and should go well again.

Made the frame in both bumper outings but held back by inexperience when sixth of 8 in novice at Hereford (16.2f, good to firm) on hurdles bow 24 days ago. Should appreciate this longer trip but may need more time.