Roscommon handicap hurdle winner in July and shaped well when runner-up off his lower chase mark last time, going down only to a progressive sort. Big player.

Maiden who posted her best effort so far when third of 13 in handicap chase at Wexford (25f, soft, 20/1) in first-time cheekpieces 33 days ago. Claims if she can build on that.

2½m handicap hurdle winner last season who was quickly back to form when second of 10 in handicap chase at Tramore (2¾m, good to firm) 45 days ago. Respected.

Unreliable individual who showed clear signs of a revival when third over fences at Roscommon last month but disappointing back hurdling at Galway since.

Veteran who has enjoyed an excellent summer, winning 3 times and placed on 4 other occasions, but a busy spell seemed to catch up with him at Ballinrobe last time.

Doesn't arrive in much form (pulled up on last 3 outings over fences) but the fact he's won this race for the last 2 years means it wouldn't be a shock were he to bounce back with a bang.

Off the mark in hurdle at Wexford last August. Plenty of creditable placed efforts in defeat since (including over fences) but latest Ballinrobe hurdle ninth wasn't one of them.

Successful again in a point prior to a good run on handicap debut in chase at Tramore (2¾m, good to soft) in May. Likely found the run coming too soon when well held at Roscommon 9 days later. Freshened up since and returns in a new headgear combination.

Unplaced on all 14 starts under Rules and it is likely best to look elsewhere again.

First form when fifth of 15 in handicap chase at Down Royal (3¼m, good to soft) in April but well held at Kilbeggan 4 months later.

Veteran course scorer who ended a losing run at Clonmel (handicap hurdle) last season. Back to form after a 3-month break with a good third at Kilbeggan in July but has lost his way since.

Modest maiden hurdler who will need to improve for a switch to fences and a significant step up in trip if he's to play a prominent role here.