P&D Lydon Mares Beginners Chase

Landed a Kilbeggan handicap hurdle under her returning good-value claimer (1-1) in June. Typically lost her form since, making it 0-14 over fences when pulled up at same course (3¼m). Isn't one for maximum faith with first-time tongue strap now added.

Consistent front runner who got off the mark in 2¾m Killarney maiden hurdle last May. Underlined a positive start over fences when 4¾ lengths third of 6 in beginners chase there on return from 3 months off latest. Has an experience edge over most of the field and can make a bold bid.

Useful hurdler. Didn't improve for a change of headgear on final start for Joseph O'Brien, beaten 6¾ lengths in mares listed handicap at Leopardstown in February. Since switched to capable new yard by powerful owner. Has gone well fresh and looks interesting sent chasing (dam smart over fences).

Made successful stable debut when winning 2¼m mares maiden hurdle at Sligo. Subsequently well beaten off stiff-looking opening mark there (2½m) and seemingly faces another tough ask on chasing bow.

Made a successful debut in maiden hurdle at Wexford before losing her form after fall at Kilbeggan last summer. Should make a chaser given her pedigree/connections, though no easy task on the back of a 12-month absence here.

Maiden pointer. Form went the wrong way despite finishing third on each of her 3 starts in maiden hurdles. Down the field on handicap bow at this course latest (2¾m) and while in good hands, she'll need to improve considerably for the switch to fences.

Bounced back to best to capitalise on a falling hurdles mark in decisive style at Downpatrick in May. Shaped as though still in good order on a couple of handicap hurdle runs there since, however, her previous 2 starts over fences have been less than convincing.

Point/bumper winner. Progressive in handicap hurdles last year. Presumably had her issues but looks sure to build on her chasing debut/return at Tramore last month, finishing 16 lengths third under a hands-and-heels ride. Makes plenty of appeal second time up over fences for top yard.

Fair handicap hurdler who got off the mark at Limerick (21f, heavy) in February. Has become increasingly unreliable, though, and has plenty to prove on chasing debut/return from 3 months off.