Mick Appleby adept with this type of horse after a layoff and the booking of Luke Morris is a strong pointer that the five-year-old - who has strong form claims off his current mark - is ready to roll first time back.

Tom Lacey has a number of quality bumper performers at his Hertfordshire base and there's a strong suggestion this is the pick of them. Richard Johnson is booked for the ride and a massive debut effort is anticipated.