BEN HUTTON

1. Fagan 2. Kauto Riko 3. Lieutenant Rocco

‘Fagan has gradually worked his way back to his best and won well at Newbury last time’

British-trained horses have won the last 14 runnings and Fagan holds appealing claims for Northamptonshire trainer Alex Hales. He has gradually worked his way back to his best and won in fine style at Newbury in January. The 11-year-old remains well treated on his old form, including a second place in the 2016 Albert Bartlett at the festival. Kauto Riko is also effective at Cheltenham and is well worth another crack at a staying trip.