SALLEY GARDENS (2) was unplaced two runs ago in a hurdle (4800m) at Taunton. Made amends last time when he got the cash in a steeplechase (4100m) at Southwell. Major player again. DIPLOMATIC ASH (4) did not threaten when he finished eighth in a steeplechase (3900m) at Fontwell Park last time out, following on from a win in a steeplechase (3560m) at Fontwell Park. Hard to fault on his best form and must be respected. HIGH MOON (5) finished fifth two runs ago in a steeplechase (4010m) at Carlisle. Made amends last time when he grabbed third in a steeplechase (4000m) at Kelso. In the mix. THOR DE CERISY (3) missed the placings in a steeplechase (4500m) at Newbury two back then did a better job to wind-up third in a steeplechase (4700m) at Chepstow last time out. Expecting a bold run.