Carolyn Murray Birthday Celebrations Handicap

Showed improved form when off mark in 10-runner handicap at Ripon (6f, good) 8 days ago, showing a likeable attitude. Bold follow-up bid looks likely from 4 lb higher mark.

Ran to a fair level when second in novice at Musselburgh (5f) on final start for Iain Jardine in October. Well held in similar event at Newcastle (6f) on all-weather debut in March on first run for this yard and opening mark doesn't look overly generous.

Went the wrong way as a juvenile but bounced back to form after a gelding operation when second of 13 in handicap (3/1) at Newcastle (6f) 20 days ago, having dropped down the weights. One for the shortlist back on turf.

Shaped better than he had been on all-weather for A. Slattery when sixth of 7 in handicap at Musselburgh (5f, good) 4 days ago. Is turned out again quickly and returns to 6f but entitled to come on for that effort.

Thrice-raced maiden who's run to a modest level on all starts to date. Needs to find significant improvement on handicap debut from what looks a stiff opening mark.

Hasn't been devoid of promise since sent handicapping, shaping encouragingly in first-time blinkers when third of 11 in handicap at Haydock (6f, good to firm) 8 days ago. Can make his presence felt again should that headgear have the same effect.

Has yet to better poor form in 5 starts and looks best watched for the time being despite the fitting of a first-time tongue strap.

Finished down the field on all 5 starts as a juvenile for Ollie Sangster. Reappears for new yard with a first-time hood but is very hard to make a case for.