Only 2 runs but showed improvement on return from 9 months off when third of 11 in a novice at Southwell over this trip 27 days ago. Hood removed but entitled to come on for recent outing and could be in the mix if doing so.

Showed promise first 2 starts, including when finishing runner-up at Carlisle in July. Flopped when seventh of 9 at Wolverhampton 17 days ago though something may have been amiss and first-time tongue strap now applied so could bounce back.

Yet to win in 7 Irish maiden starts for Noel Meade but went close when beaten a short-head in 14-runner event at Gowran Park in September. Respectable fourth of 14 over 1m at Listowel last time and now starts out for a new yard switched to all-weather. Holds strong form claims on best effort.

Fourth of 6 on debut over C&D (80/1) in September, not getting clear run, but plenty more required to win a race like this.

Yet to beat a rival in 2 starts, including over C&D last time.

Showed promise on debut over 7f at Redcar in September, denied a run and finished with running left, but was caught out by drop back to 5f here earlier in the month. Return to this trip will suit but others still preferred.

€2,500 yearling. Elzaam filly. First foal of a dam who won over 7f at 2. Pedigree suggests trip is suitable but looks modest on paper.

Pinatubo gelding. Makes debut after costing just £1,000 in December 2024. Hard to fancy.