The Con Man could hardly have been more impressive when beating a subsequent winner easily at Carlisle last season, but conceding 5lb and upwards to his rivals after a year off the track looks tough. Marie's Rock won on her debut in a bumper for Nicky Henderson and is respected, while Sunny Express was a solid second at Carlisle last month, though the fourth from that race has let the form down somewhat since. It may be worth siding with ON TO VICTORY, a 100-rated performer on the level. Alan King's charge may be better suited to a stiffer test of stamina in time, but this looks a good option for his hurdling bow.
Tips:
1e 5|SUNNY EXPRESS|94
2e 2|EBONY JEWEL|60
3e 7|SAINT DALINA|51
4e 6|MARIE'S ROCK|