ThurlesThu, November 23, 2023

Duke otto (2) has won his past two starts (including over course and distance three weeks ago) and is versatile with regards ground.Both wins were achieved narrowly meaning he remains on a feasible handicap mark.Herculaneum (12) finished just a neck behind the main selection in latest and is a key player on slightly more advantageous terms.Battle of ridgeway (1) also bids for a hat-trick.The facile 11l winner on chasing debut here last time could provide more from this hurdle mark.Navan winner duncarrig (3) is another for the shortlist.