Finished third on both hurdle runs in September and October in the Grade 3 Istabraq hurdle before a spin on the Flat over 1m4f. Trainer may have had this race in mind for some time.
Winner on only outing at Compiegne in France before moving to new connections and powerful yard. Market likely to reveal expectations.
Forecasts
Sandsend (5/4), Destin D'Ajonc (10/3), Ex Patriot (7/2), Discorama (5/1), Orion D'Aubrelle (8/1), Indian Monsoon (50/1)
A race that could be profitable to follow in the coming months with shock last time out winner Discorama looking to progress from his 66/1 win, while Sandsend is sure to have his supporters on debut for trainer-Willie Mullins with Istabraq hurdle third and possible improver Ex Patriot the biggest danger to the selection DESTIN D'AJONIC who is coming off an impressive 10L win at Auteuil in October.