JALZAN (2) has had mixed fortunes this prep. Failed to complete the course when second-up in a steeplechase (3900m) at Compiegne. Opened the campaign with a second in a steeplechase (3800m) at Angers, beaten one length. All set to return to form. INTRIGANTE (8) made a strong return from a layoff last time out in a steeplechase (4200m) at Moulins, finishing third when partnered by today's jockey Theo Chevillard. Key runner - don't underestimate. KNICKERS (7) made a strong return from a layoff last time out in a steeplechase (3600m) at Fontainebleau, finishing second when partnered by today's rider Quentin Defontaine. Hard to knock. KIRIKOO (4) did a reasonable job when he finished second in a maiden steeplechase (4200m) at Maure-de-Bretagne two runs back. Improved sharply to score by a head last time out in a steeplechase (4100m) at Saumur. Expect the good recent form will stack up.