Had shown little in 2 starts following a long absence prior to a surprise success in a 6-runner handicap at Epsom (1½m, 22/1) latest. Still looks well-in on paper (only 3 lb higher), however, his latest form may not prove the most robust.

Suited by a truly-run race when recording a career-best success in a 6-runner handicap at Musselburgh (13f) in August. Seemed a touch rusty when 7¾-length fifth of 12 on contrasting ground at Hamilton (1½m, soft) following 7 weeks off last time. May not get his ideal pace scenario here.

Typical Sir Mark Prescott type who improved for switch to handicaps/longer trips. Off the mark at Southwell in late-August and again looked all about stamina when close third in first-time cheekpieces at Lingfield (1½m). Unexposed over even further on turf debut and appeals as a likely type here.

Lightly-raced 3-y-o. Gelded prior to chasing home a useful one in a very valuable Doncaster novice in July. Disappointing third in first-time cheekpieces at Hamilton (11f) subsequently. Opening mark certainly a fair one if putting his best foot forward, though, with the longer trip likely to suit.

Hasn't been seen to best effect either start in turf handicaps. Going the right way on all-weather more recently, winning at Southwell (1¾m) before bumping into progressive ones at Wolverhampton/Kempton. Potentially interesting if translating his form to this surface.

Heavy-ground Ayr novice winner who is less exposed than most in here. Suited by step up in trip/first-time cheekpieces when nearly doubling his tally at Hamilton (1½m, soft) 12 days ago. Steps up further in distance now and he may well make amends.

Hasn't won since going 2-2 as a juvenile. Best effort for present yard when chasing home a useful one at Thirsk in August. Again in a higher grade than necessary when not seen to best effect (beaten 6¾ lengths) at Ayr (13f, soft) last time. Ought to be more competitive with sights lowered.

Fair form in maidens up to 1½m for Lorna Fowler last autumn. Looked rusty when beaten 7 lengths in first-time tongue strap on reappearance/handicap debut at Newcastle (12.5f). Something to find at the weights on second start for current yard/following breathing operation.