Sharon Knapp Memorial Cup Handicap Hurdle

It's now 16 runs since last win in 2019 and he was beaten 15 lengths when fourth of 5 on his 23f Uttoxeter reappearance last month. Entitled to be sharper now but High Game Royal has to be considered the stable number one.

Made a sound return to action when second of 13 in 23f Exeter handicap hurdle 3 weeks ago and this looks a good opportunity for him to notch a second hurdle success.

Successful twice over 3¼m at Fontwell in 2022/23 season but below that level in only 3 runs last term. Has first-time cheekpieces added to his regular tongue tie back from 11 months off. A watching brief is the percentage call.

Won on her reappearance last season and ended that campaign with a victory at Wincanton in March. Evidently capable fresh and should go well for a yard among the winners.