3.15 2m. 3f. 88yds. 6 Declared. bet365 Novices' Handicap Hurdle (GBB Race) (Class 4 ) of £9,300.00 3-y-o plus
1st - €4,684.00 2nd - €2,158.00 3rd - €1,078.00 4th - €540.00 5th - €350.00 6th - €350.00
Formscan - MAILLOT BLANC appears the pick of these after his third over 2m4f at Hexham on his previous outing, where he was beaten just one and a half lengths. He will have to overcome a slightly inflated mark to get his head in front in this contest, but he merits the utmost respect. Gavroche D'allier and Ewood Park will need to take a step forward after being well beaten last time but they look the most likely to threaten.