held up, ridden 3 out, 3rd and held when fell last
mid-division when fell 5th
held up towards rear, went 2nd 5 out, challenged and led 2 out, headed approaching last, not pace of winner flat
went 3rd 5 out, headway and challenged 2 out, driven to lead approaching last, quickened clear flat, readily
chased leader, blundered 10th, left in lead 11th, ridden and quickened approaching 3 out, headed next, weakened flat
Joyeux Royal won with a little in hand at Plumpton last time out and is taken by TEAMtalk to score again despite a penalty under similar conditions. His yard is still in top form and he has proven form on soft ground. Hell-Of-A -Shindy is well in on his best form but he was let down by his jumping at vital stages in races last year and will have to brush up in that department before his true potential is shown. Scoring Pedigree would also have a chance on his best form but needs fast ground to be seen at his best. Tailored is one of the least exposed in the field. He won a Kempton novice chase in good style last season on his only run and his stable are in top form. He could go well at a fair price in a tight affair. The remaining two runners have long absences to overcome.