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Enhanced fine record under Sean Bowen when opening his account for the year in a 23f here at Worcester in July. Ran at least as well when 1½ lengths third over same C&D last time, though has previously found this career-high mark beyond him.

Low-mileage 6-y-o who is steadily progressing. Saw his race out better than on handicap debut when 3¼ lengths third in second-time tongue strap at Uttoxeter (2½m) last time. Subsequent breathing operation should benefit, as well the longer trip, and he's fancied to get off the mark here.

Doubled his career/Newton Abbot tally when a narrow winner in first-time visor in June. Still looked in form when 4¾ lengths fourth off this mark over C&D subsequently, and he does benefit from good-value conditional taking over on this occasion.

Sole success came in C&D handicap hurdle (off 11 lb higher mark) for Max Comley last August. More miss than hit over fences for current yard, however, Gavin Sheehan a positive jockey booking on his return to hurdling.

Wide-margin bumper winner at Stratford. Hit the frame both starts in maiden hurdles. Only matched that form on handicap debut here (2½m) latest, finishing 12¼ lengths third. Now tackles even longer trip (Flat bred) with cheekpieces added to the mix. Could improve if he stays.

Runner-up in academy hurdle on second start in Ireland last November. Made a discouraging start in handicaps for current yard last spring, though, and probably still too high in the weights on return from 5 months off.

Maiden who finished runner-up in 3 consecutive handicaps in early-2025. Probably needed the run when well-held fourth following another breathing operation at Uttoxeter in May. Hardly a positive that we haven't seen him since, though.

Low-mileage 8-y-o (seemingly hard to train) who hasn't kicked on since justifying support on debut at Carlisle (19f) last spring, faring no better for a change of tactics/more severe headgear over 2½m here (18/1) last time.

Consistent veteran who won 2½m mares handicaps over fences and hurdles last season (stays further). The ground may not be soft enough for her on first start for 6 months, though, and her record fresh is ordinary.

Point winner. Travelled smoothly/ran one of her better races when 5½ lengths second of 10 over C&D in late-July. The form has taken a few knocks, though she's still weighted to go close in her bid for an elusive Rules victory.