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Twice a winner over hurdles for Padraig Roche in Ireland but quieter of late. Makes U.K. debut for trainer who can revive the fortunes of horses who have lost their way for this owner, and it would be interesting if there's any significant money for him.

Not straightforward but ran best race for a while in a first-time tongue strap when fourth of 7 in handicap hurdle at Catterick (19.3f, good) last month, especially as the race wasn't run to suit. Big player if he can build on that.

Had a productive time of it on the Flat last year and continued the good work in this sphere when a keeping-on second at Musselburgh (15.6f, good-to-soft) in November. Should be competitive again.

Fairly useful at his best over hurdles but offered little on last two runs for connections. Cheekpieces added today but remains opposable unless the betting strongly hints otherwise.

Previously with Gary & Josh Moore yard, second on last run over hurdles (Plumpton 15.9f) for that team having been well-backed. Two respectable runs on the Flat for current handler should put him spot on for this. Claims.

Has gone the wrong way since winning a Fairyhouse maiden hurdle for Gordon Elliott last December, including beaten a long way in 3 handicap starts for new yard.

Scored 4 times over hurdles and also an easy winner on first completed chase start at Plumpton in April for Jennie Candlish. Yet to hit top form in four runs for new yard but not disgraced when fourth of 7 (Musselburgh, 23.8f) in January 2024. May be best to look elsewhere for win purposes.

Won 5-runner handicap chase at Cartmel in August but couldn't cash in on lower hurdles mark when third of 10 at Musselburgh (15.6f, good to soft) last month. No obvious excuse for disappointing effort last-time but has run well at this course previously (1st and 2nd in 2 starts over fences).

3-time winner at Market Rasen and ran best recent race at same venue last month, third of 5 in a handicap hurdle (16.5f). This is a warmer race and may find a couple too good.