HONNEUR D'AJONC (3) filled a minor prize two back in a hurdle (3900m) at Lingfield then again ran a good race to finish second last time out, beaten one length, in a hurdle (3160m) at Catterick. Ideally placed to take this out. MATCHLESS (2) was unplaced two starts ago in a steeplechase (3300m) at Newcastle then improved last start when he finished fourth, beaten 9 lengths, in a hurdle (3160m) at Catterick. In the mix. GREATNESS AWAITS (1) impressive winner in a hurdle (3200m) at Hereford two back then wasn't in the hunt when fifth more recently in a hurdle (4090m) at Southwell. Can play a major role. BLACK TONIC (5) returns from a break under the care of a new trainer. Has ability and should be wound up for this. Ideally placed to perform well.