Maiden hurdler but knocking firmly on the door in recent months and he showed improved form when making a successful chase debut here (2½m, good) 33 days ago, jumping on 4 out and quickly having matters in hand. That appeals as decent form for the time of year and he's capable of better still.

Enjoyed a very good 2025/26 over hurdles and ended it with a cosy victory when seeing off 9 rivals at Haydock (3m). Not seen to best effect from career-high mark when down the field in a stronger handicap over same C&D in May and betting best guide now attentions switch to chasing on return.

Dual winner at up to this trip over hurdles for Philip Hobbs & Johnson White and he shaped well starting out for new yard following breathing operation when second in handicap hurdle at Cartmel (25f) 25 days ago. Possible he can step up again now chasing on that evidence.