StratfordSat, October 19, 2024

AWORKINPROGRESS (1) relished the step up in trip tackling testing conditions when landing a handicap hurdle at Fontwell 205 days ago. The lightly-raced Nick Gifford five-year-old could have further progress to offer over these sort of distances this season and may prove fit enough to make a winning chase debut upon return. BOYS OF WEXFORD (10) can give a decent account racing off 1lb higher than when second in a Class Five handicap chase on soft ground at Taunton during April. Recent Southwell runner-up SUPASUNRISE (5) might feature with the stable in fine form. JACK DOYEN (7) also warrants a second look.