Mon, December 30, 2024

BREAD AND BUTTER (1) has thrived since wind surgery. Completed a hat-trick at Huntingdon (2m4 3/4f) 22 days ago. Another 5lb higher now but still makes strong appeal. PHOENIX RISEN (7) is a previous course winner. Back to winning ways at Wincanton (1m7 1/4f) earlier this month. Adjusted mark looks reasonable and a key player if handling this different trip. TOM DONIPHON (2) was highly tried in jumpers flat races last season. Has taken well to hurdles and warrants consideration on handicap debut. TWO TO TANGO (4) has been running well from this mark or similar and makes each-way appeal.