JALWAY (2) could only manage to finish ninth 13 days back in a hurdle (3800m) at Compiegne. That result followed a solid second in a hurdle (3900m) at La Teste De Buch two starts ago. Likely to figure prominently. KARASTIC (1) resumed after a spell last start and was eased out of the race in a hurdle (3900m) at Nantes. Has ability and can play a role in the finish. MISTER CHICK (4) returns to racing after a decent spell. Raced just the once last campaign, finishing ninth in a hurdle (3600m) at Auteuil. One of the major hopes in the race. SIR BECQUAILLE (6) returns from a break of six months. Generally goes well when fresh, with two minor placings from four attempts. Kicked off last prep with a sound second in a steeplechase at Dax over 4100m. Has found a suitable race and can play a major role.