EBF And Charlie Longsdon Racing 'National Hunt' Novices' Hurdle (GBB Race) (Div 2)

Third only start in Irish points. Went wrong in bumpers following a fair second on Rules debut. Has looked a handicap project in a couple of hurdle starts, latterly on return earlier this month.

Shown promise in a couple of starts at Worcester, most recently when eye-catching third (beaten 21 lengths) on hurdling debut following 3 months off. Type who will do better at some point and will have easier assignments down the line.

Made it 3 wins from 4 bumper starts with a very useful success in Grade 2 event at Aintree in April. That form has been well advertised, and he should be a cut above his rivals on hurdling debut.

Went with no promise in 2m maiden at Worcester (10/1) earlier in month. Harry Derham may have one eye on handicaps now.

Encouraging effort from a less-than-ideal position when fair third at Perth on second bumper start in April. Fellow hurdling debutant Forthfactor arrives with vastly superior form, though (yard also saddles Bebe And Bean).

Hinted at temperament either side of a relatively promising third in a Plumpton bumper in March. Now switches to hurdles and another who'll have more realistic opportunities in due course.

Half-brother to numerous winners, including useful 2m/19f hurdle winner Good Ball. Shaped as if needing the experience when well-held sixth of 12 in a bumper at Fontwell (2¼m) in May. Respected sent hurdling given his pedigree/connections, for all he has plenty to find with Forthfactor on form.

Flag of Honour gelding. Dam (c115/h100) 2m-3m hurdle/chase winner. Newcomer who is probably a longer-term prospect.

Well beaten in 2 bumper starts 13 months apart. Plenty to prove on hurdling debut following further 10-month absence.