The novice chase scene has unearthed some absolute gems this season and the Arkle is set to be one of the races of the entire four days as exciting hurdlers make the transition to the larger obstacles.
Currently, the Nicky Henderson-trained Finian's Rainbow heads the market at 9/2. The eight-year-old was a classy animal over hurdles and has comfortably won two races with aplomb and is the one they all have to beat. However, he has not really beaten anything of any note so it is hard to gauge his ability yet, but he still is a worthy favourite.
Ghizao has stronger form and Paul Nicholls' charge is 5/1 with Boylesports. He comfortably saw off some decent opponents at Cheltenham last year and definitely deserves to be at the forefront of the betting for the Ditcheat trainer.
Medermit made a chequered start to his chasing career when refusing at Huntingdon but showed his credentials when hacking up at Plumpton next time out and then finishing a gallant second behind Hell's Bay at Cheltenham in January. Blue Square's 12/1 definitely offers excellent value on Alan King's grey and if you can bypass his quirks must be the one to beat.
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