McCarthy Insurance Group Maiden Hurdle

Won five times on the Flat when trained in England, but was unplaced in seven starts on the level after joining his current stable. Hurdling debut at Limerick produced only limited promise and he is best watched over this longer distance.

Unplaced in a point-to-point, bumpers and hurdles. Stable companion of Free Code and, like him, will do well to get involved at the business end, although step up in trip may help.

Winner of four of his 20 starts on the Flat, latterly in stamina tests. Makes his hurdling debut for a top stable and has to go on the short list.

Bumper winner on debut at Fairyhouse two years ago, but was not seen again until finishing down the field at this track over 2m last month. No surprise to see him do much better with that run under his belt.

Unplaced and beaten a long way in three bumpers and a maiden hurdle. Steps up in trip again with plenty to prove.

Gelding by Getaway bought cheaply for €3,200 as a three-year-old last year, he is a half-brother to the useful Powersbomb. Shaped quite well over 2m6f on debut at Punchestown and has to be considered for a stable which also saddles Stoneford.

Degree of promise in sole point-to-point, but no show on rules debut in a bumper at Punchestown. Much more required on this hurdling debut.