16:41 hexham Wednesday 25th March 2026

CASUAL OBSERVER (5) has tackled fences only once finishing second of four at Bangor beaten 8L last month. Trainer now in form after a quiet winter. Can go on with that run under his belt. GLORY AND HONOUR (2) mixes racing to good effect on the flat along with hurdling and chasing. This past course winner off the rating has previously gone well fresh. Worth considering. BIG JOHN WAYNE (1) raced little to date. Twice tried tackling fences shaping with promise in latest when third at Ayr (soft). Capable of a good performance. NED TANNER (3) produced a disappointing campaign and holds ability off this mark. Looks a risky proposition for now.