C2 | 4+
Winner GBP £33,820 - 14 runners
1m 7f 195y
Going: Good
Surface: T
This feature race can go the way of MONDO MAN (2) who represents a leading local yard. Bids for a hat-trick with an easy 33L victory attempting a course and distance maiden hurdle preceding a success in the 2m Imperial Cup (Handicap Hurdle) at Sandown a month ago. Leading player. SERIOUS CHALLENGE (1) has previously won at Plumpton (2m5f). Gained a lower level 2m handicap hurdle triumph at Haydock before a strong 0. 75L second in this grade tackling the trip at Kelso (Morebattle Hurdle). Main danger. HELNWEIN (3) makes plenty of appeal having placed second in a Cheltenham Premier Handicap Hurdle during November prior to a good Ascot fifth. Did well two weeks back when runner-up over this distance at Newbury. In the mix again. Last start Warwick winner AJ'S DIAMOND (13) represents the Gordon team. Interesting.