4:05 Aintree Tips

Put simply I think she's the best horse in this race but not at her best at Cheltenham, although her 2nd behind Lossiemouth last time is still the best form on offer. She bolted up on her only previous visit to Aintree, winning the Grade 1 Novice Hurdle by 7.5L over C&D. I think she's a faster horse than The New Lion but will appreciate the trip, with connections previously harbouring aspirations that she's a Gold Cup horse. She's the one to beat here.

Quite a few of these met in the 16f Champion Hurdle at the Festival. The 7-year-old selection was a good third, doing his best work at the finish. I like the fact that he was twice a Grade 1 winner in his last campaign over this 20f trip that he now tackles. Freshness should be fine after just three runs this winter.