Welcome Back To Thurles Handicap

Hasn't managed to make the frame since winning a Leopardstown handicap on last season's return; beaten 6l in a claimer on return and was never dangerous at Leopardstown when last seen; 2lb below his winning mark but still needs to prove himself at this trip and others look more likely.

Struggling when last seen on the Flat but has been in good form over timber in the interim; step back up in trip in this sphere should suit and he lurks on a dangerous mark.

14-race maiden but encouraging return on his first try at this sort of trip; a bit disappointing at Tipperary since when a distant fifth but not ruled out.

Poor form in maidens but showed a lot more when runner-up on handicap debut with first-time cheekpieces (retained) at Roscommon last month with reopposing Tickling in third; likely to get quicker ground this time but less exposed than most.

Improved since handicapping but was a beaten favourite when 2l behind Nancee Spain at Roscommon last month and needs progress to turn that around.