NOT SO SOBERS (7) did a reasonable job when he finished second in a hurdle (3250m) at Hereford two runs back. Less effective last time when 13 lengths away in fourth in a maiden hurdle (3200m) at this track. Ideally placed to take this out. ABSOLUTELY DOYEN (1) has been mixing his form this time in work over the jumps. In the placings when resuming in a maiden hurdle (3200m) at Kempton Park then finished 6 lengths from the winner last time in fourth in a maiden hurdle (3200m) at Southwell. In the mix on his best form. MAXIMUM OFFERS (5) finished sixth when fresh from a spell last start in a maiden hurdle (3800m) at Taunton with today's rider Gavin Sheehan piloting. Will strip fitter and looms large. SLEEPING LATE (8) kicked off his career two months ago in a hurdle over 3300m at Doncaster and finished fourth, beaten 6 lengths. Same jockey Paul O'Brien engaged. Better for that run and worth following up.