★ Recent form analyst notes

• Pos 2 10 Apr Aintree

  Up with the pace early - in front from the 2nd - lost the advantage momentarily at the 5th before regaining it - under pressure from the 6th - pulled away alongside the winner from the 15th - matching strides 4 out - surrendered top spot before 2 out - left behind by the winner approaching the last before staying on to finish second

• Pos 3 12 Mar Cheltenham

  Settled with the front group early - close up by the 5th - still well placed 4 out - edged nearer after 3 out - pushed along before 2 out - stayed on same gear from the last to finish third

• Pos 2 1 Jan Cheltenham

  Handy early - hit front after 3rd - lost slim advantage briefly 12th - back in command 3 out - driven approaching 2 out then edged out near last - stayed on well - unable to match winner's finishing burst

• Pos 1 16 Dec Wincanton

  Led throughout - held up eagerly and untidy at the opening fence - dictated a steady gallop while veering left more than once - picked up before the 8th - drew clear from 3 out and stayed clear to the line unopposed

Per-race notes from official racing analyst commentary.