Key pointers

Seven of the nine winners of the extended 1m7f novices’ hurdle at Leicester (1.37) since 2011 reached the first four on their latest start. The same number were sent off 3-1 or shorter in the market. Favourites are 111414351. The last seven winners of the 3m1f Silver Buck Handicap Chase at Wincanton (2.15) since 2013 were officially rated 119+.