Ladbrokes Pendil Novices' Chase (Grade 2) (GBB Race)

Smart hurdler who resumed his chase career with wins at Kilbeggan (maiden) and Galway (Grade 3) last summer. Capable of giving a good account back from a break but a penalty has the potential to leave him vulnerable for win purposes.

Useful hurdler and even better over fences, bagging the Grade 2 Rising Stars at Wincanton in November. Made a mistake at a crucial stage when well-held fifth in Newbury Grade 2 later that month. Freshened up since.

Prolific winning hurdler who made the perfect start in this sphere when landing a 19f Ascot Grade 2 just before Christmas. However, he was a rather fortunate winner that day and finished a well-held third of 4 in Grade 1 Scilly Isles at Sandown since.

Dual novice hurdle winner last season and made successful start over fences in 4-runner handicap at Ascot (19f, good) in November. Tame displays have followed in a hurdle at Cheltenham and chase at Windsor, leaving him with something to prove at present.

Taken very well to fences this season, winning 3 handicaps. Another good effort when third of 11 in Cheltenham handicap (20.5f, soft) last month. Can make his presence felt outings of handicaps.

Smart hurdler, winning Kempton listed and Wincanton Grade 2 this autumn. Quickly reached same level over fences when length second to L'eau Du Sud in Warwick Grade 2 14 days ago. His stable has a strong record in this and the one to beat if stamina holds racing beyond 2m for the first time.