CheltenhamFri, October 25, 2024

MATATA (2) could prove capable of making a successful reappearance down in grade. Fourth in the G1 Arkle Challenge Trophy Novices Chase at the Cheltenham Festival last season and might have too much class for his rivals. Winning this last year DANCING ON MY OWN (1) is only 2lb higher this time around and must be firmly in the calculations after his fences conditions race victory at Ballinrobe during August. Four-time fences winner MADARA (3) can be considered after winning a competitive handicap chase at Leopardstown last season. CALICO (4) and ARCLIGHT (5) are others to note.