Won last time out but that was a grade lower at A5, so this is a step back up. He's the slowest recorded dog in this field and the probability model gives him less than a one-in-ten chance here. The class rise and the pace figures both work against him.

A career strike rate of 31% from thirteen starts marks him out as a proven winner, and he shares the fastest recorded rating in this field. He steps down having last run in open company, finishing fourth, so there's no shame in that formline. Trap three has been the weakest box in this grade, which is the one thing working against him.

Finished fourth last time out and his last recorded time was well over half a second slower than his best, suggesting he's not quite firing at the minute. He's a confirmed closer who does his best work late, which could suit if the pace up front is strong, but his trainer's record in these conditions is the standout positive at nearly a quarter of winners.

Finished third last time out and, like his kennel companion Ballymac Mist, is trained by a yard with a strong record in these conditions. He's another confirmed closer who does his best work from off the pace, and his last time was noticeably slower than his best. A place chance if the finish is needed rather than a banker to lead throughout.