HAMSIYANN (10) is a strong first-up performer returning from a layoff of three months. Kicked off with a win at Cheltenham in a 4200m hurdle when last in work. Sure to feature. SAMUI (3) was very good when returning from a layoff most recently, scoring by 1.3 lengths in a hurdle (3100m) at Thurles. Genuine contender with added fitness. DOYEN QUEST (5) won two back in a hurdle (4800m) at Cheltenham then was less effective last time when he finished fourth in a hurdle (4810m) at Cheltenham, beaten 6 lengths. Can play a major role. PYFFO (7) opened the campaign with a solid third in a hurdle (4000m) at Wincanton then last start kept the ball rolling when second in a hurdle (4900m) at Doncaster 35 days ago. Hard to knock the recent efforts.