BON PRINCE (1) returns from a 116-day spell. Concluded the last campaign finishing fifth in a steeplechase (3900m) at Pau, beaten 15 lengths. More than capable jumper. Anticipating a bright start to the campaign. HAUT LES MASQUES (2) has returned in great style this campaign. Filled a minor placing when resuming in a hurdle (3550m) at Fontainebleau then won last time by 3 lengths in a steeplechase (3700m) at Angers. Hard to fault on his recent form. KOTKIDINA (4) resumed after a spell last start and was pulled up in a hurdle (3600m) at this track. Capable of much more this time. XCEPTION (11) is a 13-start maiden who was well in the market last start and finished fourth in a hurdle (3600m) at this track. Had plenty of chances but can feature if brings best form.