IKARAK (4) won a hurdle over this course and distance two runs ago then didn't back it up last time when beaten 5.5 lengths into fifth in a hurdle (4700m) at Chepstow. On his best form will prove hard to beat. SNIPE (6) is taking on the jumps for a second time after he fell at his first attempt in a steeplechase (6380m) at Ayr 12 days ago. Definite winning chance in this line-up. LAND GENIE (7) was returning from a layoff last start when he was eased out of the race in a hurdle (4900m) at Haydock Park. Reliable jumper with two wins and four minor placings from 11 starts over the obstacles. Decent chance in this line-up. SUPREMELY WEST (1) returns from a 68-day spell. Concluded the last campaign finishing sixth in a hurdle (4860m) at Haydock Park, beaten 22 lengths. More than capable jumper. Anticipating a bright start to the campaign.