A 3 miles plus race for some exposed types, some on the go for a while, other who may need the run. THE YOUNG MASTER could hose up here on old form, disappointing though for a while, I do wonder if this is a "do or die" race to see if anything remains?. Ballycross is a solid option but can just need a run to blow the tubes clear and Pickamix can run well off a break but is a quirky type who usually hits flat spots and a tendency to wander if left clear. TANIT RIVER is definitely one for your Tracker / Note Books, I think now that they seem to have cured an ulcer issue it could be aimed at some serious log Distance Chases this winter, possibly main target will be Welsh National. I think today will be more about fitness and preparation for later on.

LOFGREN is one who is race fit and ready, solid horse, likely to give its running here and from another Yard who will be surely finding plenty of winners in the next 6-8 weeks, of those with fitness; he looks the most solid bet. The pace is likely to be decent with BESTWORK leading then a long way before tiring down the back final time and the enigmatic HENRI PARRI MORGAN who is a redoubtable stayer and wo had a prep race last month, could be one to capitalise at nice Odds. There may be just enough cut in the ground for him to bring stamina in to play and at 14-16/1 a sporting each way bet.