2:30 Southwell Tips

Vocito's last and only win over fences came in November 2024 at Plumpton, making all and jumping well to win comfortably off 113. He then had a five-month break before running at Perth, where he was a well-beaten favorite. He inexplicably switched back to hurdling afterward with some success, including his latest race at Uttoxeter 9 days ago, winning by 18 lengths off his current mark of 115. If in that same form over fences, he should win.

Very consistent sort who finished last season off with a win. That was off 7 lbs lower than today, but he ran well off this mark when second on seasonal reappearance last time out. Should go well.

My friend Sean is considered in this small field, as he'll probably take to chasing at some point. It's been a while since the hot favourite Vocito raced over the chase fences, so he's worth taking on.

This horse goes well when fresh and looks to be well handicapped for this race. I fancy he will go very close.