An interesting bumper to conclude. There was plenty to like about the way DOCTOR BLUE travelled for a long way in an Ascot listed bumper in December and he can defy a penalty back in a lower grade. Karonacho made an encouraging start to his career when runner-up at Uttoxeter in November and is second choice ahead of Dan Skelton Worcester winner Tormund Giantsbane. The newcomers also need monitoring in the betting, notably Grand Garcon.