On-Course Vets Handicap

Four-time winner, latterly in 2023; continues to threaten now and again, as at Galway in August, but questionable whether he wants the ground this testing.

C&D winner in May (good) and went in again at Bellewstown (1m4f, soft) 12 days ago when merely pushed out for a 5l verdict; the 8lb rise asks a question but should give it his best shot.

Dual AW winner who got off the mark on turf at Listowel three weeks ago (1m6f, heavy) and that was a walk in the park, scoring by 8.5l; did make the most of a soft lead and he's 11lb higher, but he clearly goes well on this surface.

1m4f novice winner for Karl Burke; it's been a very underwhelming start for his current yard but should come good again sooner or later.

Seven wins during his career; on a losing run of 13 under both codes and this year's thirds at Galway and Listowel were at about 1m; handles testing ground but there are some stamina doubts (weakened in his three hurdle races).