Two-time Grade 1 winning PIC D'ORHY (4) makes a notable stable debut having placed on all four outings last season including a 1L second in this event last year and a 5000m third attempting the G1 Aintree Bowl during April. Holds ability to take this. Former top level novice chase winner HANDSTANDS (3) did well two starts back managing a good 5.5L third in the 4400m Fleur de Lys Chase at Windsor. Unexposed in the staying chase division and bold showing likely. THE REAL WHACKER (5) won this contest two years ago. Running well among easier company of late with a 7L third in the 4800m Perth Gold Cup Handicap Chase preceding a triumph tackling the same track and trip last month. Holds claims. TWINJETS (6) rates next best.
