Racey Stranger's Birthday Bash Novices' Limited Handicap Hurdle

Had form in Irish bumpers; steadily progressive profile over hurdles, last time going down by 8l on handicap debut at Plumpton (2m, good); lacks a change of gear so going up in trip could help matters, as might the first-time hood.

Inconsistent maiden but only his second run in this headgear combination when going close at Exeter (2m7f, good); with competitive form over this shorter trip, he's one of the better options.

Flat winner who is 0-10 over hurdles and has yet to threaten in his handicaps from 2m1f to 3m; tried cheekpieces last time and now goes in a visor; risky.

Well held on the Flat and already looking limited over hurdles; behind Answer That last time.

Backed into 7-2 for his handicap debut here last month when also tried in cheekpieces, but weakened when it mattered to be about 10l off the principals; could still build on that as it's early days.