DOYEN DU BAR (2) is a highly consistent sort who rarely runs a poor race. 10L scorer in a 3400m Kelso chase when last seen in February. Not seen in this sphere for a while and has two wins from three attempts. Confident choice. RAZORS EDGE (5) represents the Dan Skelton yard. In the minor money in a pair of novice events last winter. Open to improvement now sent handicapping. National hunt flat winner DARK TIDE RISING (15) has joined the in-form Sam England stable since last seen. Definite claims in this line-up. Fascinating French recruit MAREE VERTE (7) and DOUBLE DIGITS (8) are others to consider in an open-looking event.
