Follow Matchbook On X Novices' Handicap Chase (GBB Race)

Won novices on first 2 starts over hurdles last autumn. Lost his way later in the campaign but he stopped the slide to some extent when third of 4 on chase bow at Market Rasen on return.

Better than ever when easily winning at Southwell when last seen in the spring. Yard in mixed form since but he should make a chaser (runner-up in Irish point).

Decent record over hurdles and added another win to his tally at Plumpton in the spring (has had a breathing operation since). Held back by jumping on sole run over fences 2 years ago, though.

Made a sound enough start to his handicap career when fourth at Bangor and took a big step forward when off the mark at Ffos Las in May, looking well suited by the tactical switch (made running). Interesting chasing debutant.

Placed twice on the Flat in France and did well over hurdles last season, winning a juvenile maiden at Market Rasen. Relished the step up in trip when making a winning start over fences at Stratford on handicap bow/return 3 weeks ago, forging clear. Surely has more to offer still.

Point winner who caught the eye on his qualifying run at Haydock just after Christmas. Not seen since and market should reveal expectations on chase/handicap bow.

Acquired for £72,000 after twice runner-up in Irish points. Progressed over hurdles last season, cosily off the mark at Carlisle in April. Appeals as the sort who'll take to chasing and he offered something to work on under a considerate ride when third at Perth on return. Better expected now.