Kettle Produce Handicap Hurdle

Hat-trick-seeking improver (successful 4 out of 7 starts over hurdles so far). More on at the weights up 4 lb for his success at Huntingdon in May. However, he was the best of these on the Flat, which should be an edge if this becomes tactical.

Landed middle leg of a hat-trick in a stronger C&D handicap last autumn. Finding form in a couple of starts here this season, and she's now weighted to go well back down in class.

Did best work on the bridle (isn't the easiest to win with) when third behind an in-form pair here last time. Now back on same mark as when opening his hurdles account over C&D last July, though, and he may double his tally with emphasis on speed expected to suit.

Perth regular who is now 2 lb lower than when landing a fourth C&D success last May. Only second hurdle run of the year when respectable fifth here last time, and a bigger performance is expected.

Maiden finished mid-field in a C&D handicap on the back of a breathing operation last time, and she probably needs further respite from the handicapper.

Remains with sole win from 14 starts. Failed to build on the promise of his Kelso third when well held at Hexham last time, and he needs things to drop right to capitalise on his tumbling mark.