15:00 newbury Monday 29th December 2025

The high-potential NO DRAMA THIS END (7) arrives in top form after a G2 Winter Novices Hurdle win over 2m4f at Sandown Park. Deserves top billing. Holds leading claims. KALKBRENNER (4) has been racing well scoring two runs back then going close last time beaten a head attempting course and distance. Represents the main danger. Seeking a fourth straight victory STARZAND (8) steps into this level for the first time and maintains the Sean Houlihan partnership. Profile suggests a bold showing and warrants consideration. MONTEMARES (6) remains unbeaten after back to back successes including a 3. 5L triumph contesting 2m4 3/4f at Market Rasen. Upside is clear and makes appeal.