Leicester

Temperamental sort but made his first appearance in veterans company a winning one at Huntingdon (3m) last week under this rider, coming clear easily to record just his second victory in 4 years. No banker to be in the same form under a penalty although this isn't a strong race.

Tricky customer who took a C&D hunter chase in 2020 and won again at Uttoxeter 14 months ago. Found to be lame when pulling up over hurdles at Stratford 4 months ago. Bit to prove.

Fairly useful handicap hurdler/winning chaser. Considerate return in well-contested Chepstow handicap chase 3 weeks ago, finishing with running left, and one to note down 3 lb in weak race.

Going through his most consistent spell ever even if his merit is some way removed from his useful peak, rallying again for second at Kempton (3m) 4 weeks ago. Respected.

Resumed progress from out of the blue, running out an impressive winner in a re-fitted tongue strap in 3m Ffos Las handicap chase recently despite not always convincing with his jumping. Well ahead of his mark if backing that up under a penalty.