Was 2L second to Yanworth in this last year and had just one more run at Ascot, before reverting to hurdles. After some stiff tasks in that discipline, he tries again and really ought to have too much ability for his opponent granted a clear round.
Placed in six of her seven chases, but well held from just 2lb higher in a novices' handicap last time and not easy to see her getting the better of this opponent.
Forecasts
Sternrubin (1/5), Cotton Jenny (10/3)
A disappointing turnout for a good prize here and although he is not bombproof it is hard to seriously oppose STERNRUBIN in this match with his inferior opponent Cotton Jenny.