15:17 thurles Thursday 19th February 2026

With an official excuse for his turning over last time BON VIVEUR (2) could bounce back to the form of his 4L victory making hurdling debut. Can handle conditions and claims are obvious. OPEN SECRET (3) was not beaten far among Grade 2 company at Cheltenham last month while showed progressive form prior since switching from the flat. Likely to go well however is also declared at Sedgefield. Gordon Elliott also runs TIMELESS TREATY (1) who found the step back into novices and a small field to his liking last time. Similar scenario here. PARNELL STREET (4) is consistent and cannot be dismissed with confidence.