Philip Kirby's Runners Today

Long-standing maiden when trained in Ireland but very much caught the eye on thrid start for Olly Murphy when second at Wincanton. Interesting now back up in trip in refitted headgear (had wind op).

Modest 12f maiden on Flat who improved when a close fourth on his handicap hurdle debut at Catterick (19.3f) 24 days ago. This slightly longer trip will suit, so considered in first-time cheekpieces.

Scored twice at Sedgefield last winter but below par so far this season, including back at that venue last time. On the upside, he's back on his last winning mark.

Modest maiden hurdler who attracted support sent chasing at Catterick last month, though the writing was on the wall at an early stage, soon detached and fell seventh. Back hurdling now.

Fared better than of late when 16 lengths second of 16 in handicap hurdle at Newcastle (20.3f, good to soft) in December. However, his patchy record tempers enthusiasm.

Bumper winner who got back on track when fifth of 14 in handicap hurdle (40/1) at Carlisle (17f, soft) 13 days ago. Back up in trip.

Back to form on debut for this yard when scoring over 2m here in December but has struggled for consistency since.

Improved in blinkers/tongue strap combination in November, scoring twice at Sedgefield. Possibly amiss when pulled up at Catterick recently, but claims if bouncing back in first-time visor.