Won on chase debut at Ayr in May at this trip and seemed to find 3m2f beyond him at Chepstow last time. The drop back here will suit and probably has more to come in this sphere. Obvious claims.
In good heart on the Flat in 2018 but bit disappointing since returning to obstacles last two runs. Won on chase debut in summer of 2017 but bit to prove now judged on last two attempts over fences.
Emphatic win at Cartmel in the summer and should come on for recent run over hurdles at Kelso. Happier now back over fences and trip and ground are ideal.
Solid claims if able to repeat Kelso win in a stronger race in January but very disappointing in two runs since and hopes rest on cheek pieces which he has worn in the past reviving him.
Both wins over hurdles have been gained at this track and had little chance in a strong contest on chase debut recently. This more suitable and should improve for the experience.
Capable on his day and two wins at Hexham this year but has thrown in some lesser efforts and his Kelso fifth last time was particularly disappointing. Needs to bounce back.
Completed a four-timer last winter but they were all gained in the mud and probably best watched in these faster conditions.
Forecasts
Miles To Milan (2/1), Chebsey Beau (9/2), Lough Salt (5/1), Bafana Blue (6/1), Captain Mowbray (7/1), Bright Prospect (8/1), Knocknamona (10/1)
Not many come here with a progressive profile and MILES TO MILAN gets a tentative vote with this drop back in trip sure to suit. Lough Salt will find this class more suitable and should improve for his chase debut and along with Chebsey Beau look the likely dangers,