KING OF ANSWERS (2) was unplaced two runs ago in a maiden hurdle (4060m) at Newcastle. Turned things around last time when he saluted in a maiden hurdle (4060m) at Newcastle. Major player again. LIEUTENANT MAYNE (3) returns after a spell of four months. Opened the last campaign with a win in a 3800m maiden hurdle at Naas by 16 lengths, adding to a sound overall first-up record. Presents a danger to the top hopes. THE BLUESMAN (5) returns from a 113-day spell. Only had the one run last prep, scoring in a maiden hurdle at Chepstow over 3900m. Reliable jumper with two wins to his name from four starts. Must be considered. I'M A LUMBERJACK (1) has recently experienced fluctuating fortunes. Came to grief last start. That was after and impressive win in a maiden hurdle (4200m) at Warwick the run prior.