Newcastle

There isn't much strength in depth and this could turn into a shootout between Like Minded and JIMBO SPORT. It's a tight call between that pair but the vote goes to bumper winner Jimbo Spirit, who had a close call on his hurdling debut at Kempton and confirmed that promise when third behind a smart prospect there on Boxing Day. Another who could get involved is Karma De Cotte who has reached the frame in his two hurdle runs this year and was only beaten 5l at Carlisle last time.[David Moon]