Stayer hurdler will bid for a repeat win.

Defeat in America has not put connections off.

Defeat in America has not put connections off.

Chaser has finished sixth in Cheltenham event for past two years.

Chaser has finished sixth in Cheltenham event for past two years.

Small field at Haydock may tempt connections.

Small field at Haydock may tempt connections.

Jeremy Scott’s star is as adept over hurdles and fences.

Jeremy Scott’s star is as adept over hurdles and fences.

Claimer capture Cork Grand National on Mullins’ runner.