THE Wizard OF ODDS

INTHEPOCKET (1.30) There is plenty of stamina in the pedigree of Inthepocket and that could prove huge, with ground conditions likely to put more of an emphasis on durability than speed. A fine run behind Il etait Temps at the Dublin racing Festival entitles henry de Bromhead’s 16-1 gelding to be on the scene.

FANTASTIKAS (2.50) Beaten 13 lengths when seventh in this race last year, Fantastikas has been quietly supported in the ante-post markets and makes some appeal with the tongue tie and cheekpieces applied for the first time, as nine of the 16-1 last 11 winners wore a form of headgear.

ACTION MOTION (4.50) ridden by legendary jockey Charlie Swan’s son harry, this former flat handicapper caught the eye chasing home Triumph hurdle favourite Blood Destiny at Cork before Christmas. he has since qualified with a victory at the same venue before again running creditably at 50-1 Punchestown, so looks overpriced.