'Won at Newmarket in June and has gone close on two of his four subsequent runs'

'Highly admirable 5yo who is a three-time course winner and is a key player today'

'Highly consistent over 7f this term and he's well worth another go at this trip; shortlist'

'Poor strike-rate but running well since this visor went on and he's one to consider'

'Two wins this year and rain would aid this lightly raced 4yo's cause'

'Went close at Haydock a fortnight ago and he's a player if backing up that performance'

'Placed off this mark in big fields the last twice and fully effective here; in the mix'

'Two-time C&D winner but he's failed to threaten on his last three starts'

'Two wins at Hamilton this year but appears to have gone off the boil'

'Won at Carlisle in August but a lesser run followed; unplaced all four visits here'

'8yo who has been regressive this year, but the first-time visor may make a positive impact'

'In fine heart in these cheekpieces the last twice and has to be respected'