'Solid novice form before finishing sixth of 16 on heavy ground in the EBF Final here.'

'Prolific last season; no win this term but through no lack of effort; solid chance.'

'Won this last year and returned to hurdling with a good third at Ascot.'

'Impressive in the Imperial Cup and only 6lb higher; rain arrived in the nick of time.'

'Perhaps idled a little when nailed on the line at Wincanton two weeks ago.'

'A fading favourite when beaten about 12l at Ffos Las latest, which tempers enthusiasm.'

'Progress has plateaued this season; likely to get outstayed now the ground has softened.'

'Below best in his two runs after wind surgery and looks high in the weights.'