C1 | 4+
Winner GBP £22,780 - 10 runners
1m 7f 124y
Going: Soft
Surface: T
Trainer Paul Nicholls maintains an excellent record in this event and NARDARAN (7) may ensure he adds to the tally. Looked in need of the experience when a promising fourth on hurdling debut at Kempton and could take a sizeable step forward for the application of first-time cheekpieces. MAITRE EN SCIENCE (1) holds sound claims as a two-time winner in France making his stable debut for an up-and-coming young trainer. STATIC (2) will find this easier than the G2 Finale Juvenile Hurdle at Chepstow over Christmas. Thereabouts down in class. Irish raider LUKER'S TIPPLE (5) is worth noting.