16:45 Carlisle

I’m looking forward to seeing MISSED TEE jump a fence. She was progressive over hurdles winning at Uttoxeter and Hereford before finding that race at Sandown too hot to handle. She was just too keen up in trip so I’m pleased to see her back down to 2 miles for her chase debut.

She has undergone wind surgery too and should come into her own in this sphere. The market will be informative so hopefully the 9/4 is well backed. Netywell was only beaten a neck here on final start last season and could emerge as the main danger. Massini Man is a 10yo now but he was in winning form when last seen and is also respected.
 

19:00 Chelmsford

I liked the way BATAL DUBAI came home at Wolverhampton last time. He was just given too much to do in hindsight but hit the line hard and the handicapper has dropped him another 2lb since which seems generous. He is actually below his last winning mark now and looks the one to side with.

He ran well at this venue when third over C&D on penultimate start and should be winning sooner rather than later. Musical Tribute won by 4 lengths on penultimate start over C&D before blowing out at Yarmouth. Back at this venue if she bounces back she could easily be the danger. Others to note include Cuban Breeze and Live In The Moment but the latter also has a bit to prove.