C4 | 4+
Winner GBP £4,357 - 16 runners
1m 7f 171y
Going: Good to Soft
Surface: T
BASELINE (1) returned from more than two years off the track to finish second at Southwell last month. Sound claims if able to take another step forward. SERIOUS CHALLENGE (8) was a Listed performer over middle-distances tackling the flat in Ireland. Key danger if jumping satisfactorily on hurdling debut. GEORGE'S LAD (4) left initial attempt behind when runner-up at Kempton in November. Beaten 12L with the winner going on to finish second among G1 company. Demands respect. Point-to-point winning VANDERPOEL (11) is another hurdling debutant to note.