MAHLER MOON (3) initially struggled with fences. Progressive since wind surgery and revisiting hurdles. Finally shed maiden tag at Newbury (3m1/4f) last start and could have more to offer. ELUSIVENESS (4) bids for a hat-trick after wins at Taunton and Ludlow. Stamina assured and might overcome latest sharp rise in weights. BORN IN THE WEST (2) was a deserving winner at Catterick two runs ago. Confirmed stamina when second tackling 3m3 1/4f at Sedgefield more recently. Cannot be ignored. Top weight QUEENS VENTURE (1) struggled in recent starts. Handicapper is beginning to relent.