Virgin Bet Chester Stakes (Listed)

Smart dual-purpose performer, winner of the Ebor last year and the County Hurdle at Cheltenham (16.8f, heavy) in March. Low-key return at the Curragh 2 weeks ago but should come on for that (reportedly being prepared for another tilt at the Melbourne Cup).

Smart gelding who was in good form early in the year, winning at Southwell in January. Last 3 starts have been poor, however.

Progressive equipped with headgear, registering a clear-cut success from the front at Newcastle before regaining the winning thread at Newmarket (14f, good). Edged out only by an improving 3-y-o at Goodwood next time before not disgraced in the Ebor at York. Bit to find at this level, however.

Low-mileage sort who hit the target twice last season and made a good start to this campaign when second in 9-runner handicap at Newmarket (12f). However, disappointed stepped up to this level at York since so needs to bounce back after a break.

Fairly useful hurdles winner who has thrived since switched to the Flat, showing smart form when a 17-length winner of 2m handicap at Killarney before backing that up when second of 16 in handicap at York 10 days ago. Remains unexposed in this sphere and a player with headgear applied.

Smart veteran who ran a career best when winning this race last year. However, this looks a stronger renewal and not seen since running poorly at the Curragh in November.

Plenty of good efforts in defeat last year before back to winning ways in Group 3 at Saint-Cloud. Took form to a new level when just failing under a penalty in Sagaro at Ascot/Henry II Stakes at Sandown before too keen in Ascot Gold Cup and Lillie Langtry at Goodwood. Form pick down in class.