Finished a modest sixth in a hurdle (3400m) at Compiegne last start. That came after he parted ways with the rider two runs back. Right in the mix if he is anywhere near right.

Was most recently at the races two months ago. Closed the last campaign with a win in a hurdle (3700m) at Bordeaux, getting home by 1.5 lengths. Well-placed here and sure to be tough to beat.

Has not raced since improving nicely in a hurdle (3400m) at Dieppe five months ago, finishing third and beaten 6 lengths. Can return in winning form.

Cokoriko gelding who made his debut last time out and failed to finish in a hurdle (3500m) at Auteuil. This looks a stern test.

Was unplaced two back in a hurdle (3300m) at Strasbourg then again missed out in a hurdle (3400m) at Lyon-Parilly last time. Hard to fault on his best jumps form.

Made a strong return from a 91-day layoff last time out in a maiden hurdle (3400m) at Angers, finishing third when partnered by today's rider Clement Lefebvre. Leading contender and can find winning form.

Wasn't fancied but returned from a 251-day spell on December 3 with a sound third in a hurdle (3550m) at Fontainebleau, beaten 3.5 lengths. Nice chance with added fitness.

Resuming after having just one career start. Was safely held at first outing when sixth and beaten 19 lengths in a hurdle at Dieppe. Better for the experience but others have better credentials.