William Hill Stayers Hurdle Top Price Guarantee Handicap Chase

Just respectable efforts at best this season and makes limited appeal despite slidng mark. Tongue strap on first time.

Did little wrong last term, notably finishing second in the Welsh National. Not in same form this term but been cut plenty of slack by the handicapper and took a step back in right direction last time

Posted career best when winning 6-runner handicap chase at this course (23f, good to soft) 34 days ago, driven clear. 7 lb higher now but remains low mileage and longer trip likely to suit.

Put disappointing effort behind him when third of 13 in handicap chase at Exeter (30.7f, soft, 14/1) 17 days ago. On a fair mark and can't be ruled out.

Opened account over fences when taking 9-runner handicap at this course (23f, good to soft) 20 days ago. This stiffer test of stamina will suit and must enter calculations.