NewburySat, February 10, 2024

An intriguing renewal of the G2 Denman Chase. SHISHKIN (2) is a top-class performer and a multiple G1 winner. Refused to race at Ascot on seasonal return before an unlucky unseat in the closing stages at Kempton on Boxing Day attempting the G1 King George VI Chase over 3m. If the ten-year-old can put everything together will prove the one to beat. If he doesn't then PROTEKTORAT (1) might be the main danger following a smart second in the 2m6f Fleur de Lys Chase at Lingfield. Was a decent fifth in last years G1 Cheltenham Gold Cup and holds every chance. HITMAN (4) finished runner-up in this event last year and can fill third ahead of DOES HE KNOW (3) who is next best.