NOUVEL ESPOIR (5) Racing on a quick back up. Fought on gamely when winning last time at Cork and up against a less challenging field. Likely to get back in the field. Serious player. MINT MAN (3) Backs up quickly. Came in 5th last run at Cork. Happy to forgive that run and competing in an easier class. Has the necessary speed to overcome the wide draw. Can give this a shake. VIAMONTE (4) Placed 3rd last run at Tipperary and drawn nicely. Large claim helps. Appears well in this. CUBAN GREY (1) Well beaten when 8th last run at Navan but challenged by less formidable competitors. Should muster plenty of early speed. R M Mulligan is a bonus. Large claim helps. Could be value.