'Encouraging third here in November; disappointing at Wincanton since but not written off'

'Short-headed at Sedgefield recently and able to run off same mark here (due a 4lb rise)'

'Revival needed but possible now back here and back on better ground; won this last year'

'Below par on last completed start but good second before that and not ruled out'

'Improved form on first two chase starts and he has leading claims'

'Well treated on old hurdle form but tailed off then pulled up (chase debut) after absence'

'Fair third over hurdles here last month; player if jumping with fluency now back chasing'