GEORGE DARLING (4) finished sixth two runs ago in a maiden hurdle (3200m) at Huntingdon. Turned things around last time when he scored in a hurdle (4100m) at Market Rasen. Major player again. RIOJA ALTA (6) has been going well. Scored in a hurdle (3990m) at Sedgefield two starts back then finished second last time, beaten 6 lengths, in a hurdle (4100m) at Newcastle. Right in the mix. JUMPING JUPITER (5) returned from a spell last start with a modest fourth in a hurdle (3400m) at Newcastle. Will strip fitter and looms large. SEE A STRIDE (2) was unplaced first-up two starts back in a hurdle (4780m) at Musselburgh. Improved and filled a minor prize last time, beaten half a length, in a maiden hurdle (3900m) at this track. Not to be taken lightly.