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Forecast: Moderate showers
Temperature: 8.1° - 18.1°
Rainfall: 4.78mm
Wind: 18.1 mph SW
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Yard won this in 2024 (debutant) and 2023, both being subsequent top-flight winners; 300,000gns Wootton Bassett colt; half-brother to Lord Lovelace, very useful at 7f; very interesting.
Half-brother to Arabic Charm, won at 7f.
Yard won this in 2024 (debutant) and 2023, both being subsequent top-flight winners; 300,000gns Wootton Bassett colt; half-brother to Lord Lovelace, very useful at 7f; very interesting.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Flat (Turf) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | R L Moore | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | A P O'Brien | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Well beaten in a maiden at Navan (150-1) only start; down to run 5.10 here on Friday; difficult to fancy.
Half-brother to Ship Of Dreams, won at 7f and 1m. Beaten 19l behind Charles Darwin at 150-1 when 11th of 12 on his racecourse debut at Navan over 6f (soft) last month.
Well beaten in a maiden at Navan (150-1) only start; down to run 5.10 here on Friday; difficult to fancy.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | L T McAteer | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | B W Duke | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
25 February foal; 65,000gns Mehmas colt; others look far likelier on paper.
Dam a lightly raced maiden.
25 February foal; 65,000gns Mehmas colt; others look far likelier on paper.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Flat (Turf) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | A J Slattery | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | A Slattery | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
15 April foal; 30,000euros Blue Point colt; half-brother to Last Crusader, very smart at 5f; dam very smart at 6f at 2yo; some appeal on pedigree but others are still likelier.
Half-brother to Game Breaker, won three times at 6f.
15 April foal; 30,000euros Blue Point colt; half-brother to Last Crusader, very smart at 5f; dam very smart at 6f at 2yo; some appeal on pedigree but others are still likelier.
7 April foal; 62,000euros Starspangledbanner colt; half-brother to Sirici, very smart at 5f; dam smart at 6f at 2yo; worth a precautionary market check for his good yard.
Half-brother to Sirici, won twice at 5f.
7 April foal; 62,000euros Starspangledbanner colt; half-brother to Sirici, very smart at 5f; dam smart at 6f at 2yo; worth a precautionary market check for his good yard.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Flat (Turf) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | D McMonagle | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | J P O'Brien | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Yard, which has won last two runnings of this race, also run the Ryan Moore-ridden Brussels; promising third over 5f at Naas on debut; has to be respected.
Dam won at 7f. Third of 9 behind First Approach beaten 1 1/2l at 7-1 on his racecourse debut at Naas over 5f (good) earlier this month.
Yard, which has won last two runnings of this race, also run the Ryan Moore-ridden Brussels; promising third over 5f at Naas on debut; has to be respected.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | W M Lordan | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | A P O'Brien | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Midfield over C&D on debut earlier this month (10-1 then); improvement definitely needed now.
Half-brother to Rebecca's Girl, won three times at 6f and 7f. Finished 8l behind Andab when sixth of 14 at 10-1 on his racecourse debut over this course and distance (good) earlier this month.
Midfield over C&D on debut earlier this month (10-1 then); improvement definitely needed now.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | B M Coen | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | J P Murtagh | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
16 March foal; 140,000gns Havana Grey colt; half-brother to Baby Gal, very useful at 6f; dam smart at 10f; good yard has some smart early 2yos, so this colt is worth a market check.
Half-brother to Fillyfudge, won twice at 1m 2f.
16 March foal; 140,000gns Havana Grey colt; half-brother to Baby Gal, very useful at 6f; dam smart at 10f; good yard has some smart early 2yos, so this colt is worth a market check.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Flat (Turf) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | C T Keane | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | G M Lyons | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
12 March foal; 225,000 Churchill colt; half-brother to True Blue Gent, useful at 6f; dam very useful at 7f; good trainer (who also runs Ennoble) can ready a newcomer.
Half-brother to Jaayiz, won seven times between 6f and 1m 2f.
12 March foal; 225,000 Churchill colt; half-brother to True Blue Gent, useful at 6f; dam very useful at 7f; good trainer (who also runs Ennoble) can ready a newcomer.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Flat (Turf) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | D P McDonogh | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | J P O'Brien | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
1 April foal; U S Navy Flag colt; half-brother to Ink Sketch, fair at 5f; dam very useful at 6f; others appeal much more on paper.
Dam won at 5f and 7f.
1 April foal; U S Navy Flag colt; half-brother to Ink Sketch, fair at 5f; dam very useful at 6f; others appeal much more on paper.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Flat (Turf) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J A Heffernan | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Kevin Coleman | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Yard has won two of last nine runnings of race; 5l fourth over C&D last month; prominent in betting then so quite possible he's capable of bettering that now.
Half-brother to Royal Air Force, won at 7f. Finished 5l behind Green Sense when fourth of 10 at 10-3 on his racecourse debut over this course and distance (good) last month.
Yard has won two of last nine runnings of race; 5l fourth over C&D last month; prominent in betting then so quite possible he's capable of bettering that now.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S Foley | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | Mrs J Harrington | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
A contest where the market should be informative. Aidan O'Brien has taken the last two renewals and fields a pair of Wootton Bassett colts in BRUSSELS and Kansas. The former made 300,000gns at the sales and is the mount of Ryan Moore so a big run looks more than likely. Kansas has had the benefit of an outing in Naas, where he finished third, and improvement should be forthcoming. He holds an entry in an early-closing sales race at Doncaster. O'Brien is operating at a strike-rate of just under 40 per cent in juvenile races this season. Newcomer Ennoble is one of two representatives from Joseph O'Brien's stable and is a half-brother to a Listed winner.
Not much to go on with these 2yos, so a market check is essential. BRUSSELS looks a likely type on paper for Aidan O'Brien, who has won this with subsequent top-flight winners Henri Matisse (making his debut) and Unquestionable in the last two years. With Ryan Moore's presence in the saddle a significant-looking pointer, Brussels may be up to beating stablemate Kansas, who nonetheless commands respect after last month's promising debut run and has an experience advantage this time. Potential improver Slaudeen may be best of the rest ahead of Learntodiscover.
Smart performer whose best form is slightly above Listed level though penalty here evens that out a bit; good latest Gr 2 third, albeit had fitness on his side; leading player.
He has won four times from 1m 1f to 1m 4f on good and yielding ground; has also won a hurdle. Third of 6 behind Los Angeles beaten 2 3/4l at 11-1 on his latest outing here over 1m 2f (good) earlier this month.
Smart performer whose best form is slightly above Listed level though penalty here evens that out a bit; good latest Gr 2 third, albeit had fitness on his side; leading player.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 11 | 4 | 4 | 36.4% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 10 | 4 | 4 | 40% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 5 | 3 | 55.6% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 13 | 5 | 5 | 38.5% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 14.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | D McMonagle | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| T | J P O'Brien | 15 | 5 | 5 | 33.3% |
Useful handicapper who looked on the verge of peaking last time; tongue-tie first time; up in trip; lot to find.
Successful at 1m 2f and 1m 3f on good ground. Finished 3l behind Cloud Seeker when fourth of 10 at 7-2 on his latest outing at Leopardstown over 1m 2f (good) earlier this month. He is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time.
Useful handicapper who looked on the verge of peaking last time; tongue-tie first time; up in trip; lot to find.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 12 | 2 | 2 | 16.7% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 12 | 2 | 2 | 16.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 2 | 2 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S T McCullagh | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | J P O'Brien | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Versatile 9yo who made winning return to the Flat in minor 1m6f race (made all) latest; that looks decent form and 2 from 3 in this sphere but this still demands more.
Successful at 1m 3f and 1m 6f on good ground and on the all-weather; has also won two hurdlesand a NH flat race. A winner at 9-2 at Killarney over 1m 6f (good) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating War Rooms by a nose.
Versatile 9yo who made winning return to the Flat in minor 1m6f race (made all) latest; that looks decent form and 2 from 3 in this sphere but this still demands more.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 8 | 3 | 2 | 37.5% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 18 | 4 | 2 | 22.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 25 | 7 | 3 | 28% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 16.7% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | D P McDonogh | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| T | J P O'Brien | 25 | 7 | 3 | 28% |
Triple winner (1m1f-1m3f) on the Continent when trained in France last year; cost 500,000euros in December; new, in-form yard need to have squeezed out a bit more if she's to win this.
She has won three times from 1m 1f to 1m 3f on good to soft ground. Beaten 19l behind Grand Stars at 12-1 when 11th of 15 on her latest outing at Saint-Cloud over 1m 2f (heavy) in November last year. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with H A Pantall in France.
Triple winner (1m1f-1m3f) on the Continent when trained in France last year; cost 500,000euros in December; new, in-form yard need to have squeezed out a bit more if she's to win this.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 6 | 3 | 0 | 50% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 5 | 3 | 0 | 60% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 3 | 0 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | W J Lee | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | P Twomey | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Some of her back form is good enough for her to be involved but ended last season on low-key note for Jamie Osborne and this trip shorter than ideal; 60,000gns buy; bit to prove.
Successful at 7f and 2m 4f on soft ground. Finished 9l behind Sea Theme when sixth of 12 at 40-1 on her latest outing at Lingfield over 1m 5f in November last year. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with J A Osborne.
Some of her back form is good enough for her to be involved but ended last season on low-key note for Jamie Osborne and this trip shorter than ideal; 60,000gns buy; bit to prove.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | C T Keane | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | R O'Sullivan | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Ran to form at Gowran Park last time on reappearance; return to 1m4f now may help; has good bit to find on balance.
A winner at 1m 4f on yielding ground. Finished 8l behind Goodie Two Shoes when fifth of 7 at 16-1 on her latest outing at Gowran Park over 1m 6f (good) earlier this month.
Ran to form at Gowran Park last time on reappearance; return to 1m4f now may help; has good bit to find on balance.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 9 | 1 | 2 | 11.1% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 9 | 1 | 2 | 11.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 1 | 0 | 16.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 9 | 1 | 2 | 11.1% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S Foley | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | Mrs J Harrington | 9 | 1 | 2 | 11.1% |
Raced freely at Gowran Park last time on reappearance (1m6f; still ran to form); lightly-raced filly who was twice Listed-placed at 1m4f last season; needs a career-best.
A winner at 1m 2f on good to firm ground. Finished 2 3/4l behind Falcon Eight when fifth of 8 at 2-1fav on her latest outing at Gowran Park over 1m 6f (yielding) last month.
Raced freely at Gowran Park last time on reappearance (1m6f; still ran to form); lightly-raced filly who was twice Listed-placed at 1m4f last season; needs a career-best.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (H only) | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | C D Hayes | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| T | D K Weld | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Fair return last month (briefly hampered); each-way shout on the pick of last season's form if lasting the 1m4f (previous attempts inconclusive stamina-wise).
Successful at 7f and 1m 2f on good and yielding ground. Beaten 6l behind Bubble Gum at 16-1 when seventh of 10 on her latest outing at Cork over 1m 4f (good) last month.
Fair return last month (briefly hampered); each-way shout on the pick of last season's form if lasting the 1m4f (previous attempts inconclusive stamina-wise).
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 7 | 2 | 0 | 28.6% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 7 | 2 | 0 | 28.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 7 | 2 | 0 | 28.6% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S Foley | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% |
| T | Mrs J Harrington | 7 | 2 | 0 | 28.6% |
Bit below form over inadequate 9.5f on seasonal debut; that counts as a satisfactory return and big player here on such as last August's fourth in a 12f Cork Gr 3.
A winner at 1m 2f on good ground. Finished 5l behind Madam Celeste when fourth of 12 at 11-4fav on her latest outing at Gowran Park over 1m 1f (good) earlier this month.
Bit below form over inadequate 9.5f on seasonal debut; that counts as a satisfactory return and big player here on such as last August's fourth in a 12f Cork Gr 3.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 8 | 1 | 3 | 12.5% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 8 | 1 | 3 | 12.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 1 | 2 | 14.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | O Murphy | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | J P Murtagh | 7 | 1 | 2 | 14.3% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
TRUSTYOURINSTINCT sets the standard with a rating of 109. He's a very consistent horse who landed a Group 3 over this trip at Leopardstown in September. He wasn't far behind the market leaders in third in a Group 2 over 1m2f here earlier this month, which was a creditable performance. Paddy Twomey's stable is in red-hot form and Magical Hope is a very interesting contender on her first start for him. She won at Listed level in Germany and the fact she holds a Group 1 entry at this track next month looks highly significant. Siege Of Troy was very strong in the market on her seasonal reappearance at Gowran Park before finishing fourth. She is not one to underestimate.
This isn't the strongest of Listed races and affords a good opportunity for TRUSTYOURINSTINCT to return to winning ways, even under a penalty for last season's Group 3 win. He has good form prospects, ran very well last time and the return to 1m4f isn't an issue either. Siege Of Troy has plenty going for her and is next best ahead of the very lightly raced Romzina.
Multiple winner and also Group-placed on the Continent; glimmer of promise on stable debut at Cork last month but well held over hurdles since; others more likely at this stage.
A winner at 1m 1f on good ground. Beaten 11l behind Apercu at 25-1 when 10th of 16 on his latest flat outing at Cork over 1m 2f (soft) last month.
Multiple winner and also Group-placed on the Continent; glimmer of promise on stable debut at Cork last month but well held over hurdles since; others more likely at this stage.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 6 | 0 | 4 | 0% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 6 | 0 | 4 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 6 | 0 | 4 | 0% |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T only) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J A Heffernan | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | A J Martin | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Reliable sort who was sound fourth in this last year; ran well enough at Cork last time to suggest he'll be in peak form today; shortlisted.
Winner of seven races from 1m to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy. Finished 1/2l behind Ascending when fourth of 9 at 14-1 on his latest outing at Cork over 1m 4f (good) earlier this month.
Reliable sort who was sound fourth in this last year; ran well enough at Cork last time to suggest he'll be in peak form today; shortlisted.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 47 | 8 | 7 | 17% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 34 | 7 | 3 | 20.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| C | Course | 11 | 1 | 3 | 9.1% |
| D | Distance | 11 | 2 | 0 | 18.2% |
| G | Similar Going | 30 | 6 | 4 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (V only) | 40 | 7 | 6 | 17.5% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Adam Caffrey | 14 | 3 | 2 | 21.4% |
| T | A McGuinness | 53 | 8 | 8 | 15.1% |
Off since August, having been gelded in the interim; pretty useful 3yo and still lightly raced so not ruled out despite questions as regards fitness and the drop in trip.
Successful at 1m 3f and 1m 5f on good - yielding ground and on the all-weather. Finished 2l behind Chemistry when fourth of 8 at 4-1 on his latest outing at Leopardstown over 1m 6f (good) in August last year.
Off since August, having been gelded in the interim; pretty useful 3yo and still lightly raced so not ruled out despite questions as regards fitness and the drop in trip.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | D McMonagle | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| T | J P O'Brien | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% |
Off since a rare below-par run last time, back in September; each-way chance on previous in-form runs; trip/ground are fine.
He has won four times from 1m 1f to 1m 3f on good and good - yielding ground and on the all-weather. Well beaten at 10-1 behind This Songisforyou when last of 14 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) in September last year.
Off since a rare below-par run last time, back in September; each-way chance on previous in-form runs; trip/ground are fine.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 36 | 4 | 14 | 11.1% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 24 | 3 | 7 | 12.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| C | Course | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| D | Distance | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
| G | Similar Going | 22 | 3 | 7 | 13.6% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 34 | 4 | 14 | 11.8% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S Foley | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | R O'Sullivan | 31 | 4 | 11 | 12.9% |
Probably needed race at Cork most recent; goes well here; last season was a washout but has come down in the weights and this is a good mark if he could revive and refind 2023 form.
Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to good - yielding. Beaten 12l behind Apercu at 14-1 when 11th of 16 on his latest outing at Cork over 1m 2f (soft) last month.
Probably needed race at Cork most recent; goes well here; last season was a washout but has come down in the weights and this is a good mark if he could revive and refind 2023 form.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 21 | 5 | 2 | 23.8% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 20 | 5 | 1 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% |
| C | Course | 8 | 3 | 0 | 37.5% |
| D | Distance | 13 | 3 | 1 | 23.1% |
| G | Similar Going | 15 | 5 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 18 | 5 | 2 | 27.8% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 5 | 1 | 0 | 20% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | B M Coen | 11 | 3 | 0 | 27.3% |
| T | J P Murtagh | 16 | 4 | 1 | 25% |
Taking winner on reappearance at Leopardstown (1m2f) last month; up in grade and the weights (8lb) but very much respected.
Successful at 1m 2f and 1m 4f on good and soft ground. A winner at 7-1 at Leopardstown over 1m 2f (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Ard Na Mara by 2 3/4l.
Taking winner on reappearance at Leopardstown (1m2f) last month; up in grade and the weights (8lb) but very much respected.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 8 | 2 | 3 | 25% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 8 | 2 | 3 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 8 | 2 | 3 | 25% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | C T Keane | 6 | 2 | 3 | 33.3% |
| T | G M Lyons | 8 | 2 | 3 | 25% |
Capable dual-purpose performer; on a feasible mark and ran well over fences at Cheltenham festival latest; not ruled out but concern that this 10f could be too sharp for him now.
A winner at 1m 5f on heavy ground, but that win was over two years ago; has also won three hurdles. Finished 2l behind The Euphrates when fourth of 30 at 5-1 on his latest flat outing here over 2m 1f (good) in September last year.
Capable dual-purpose performer; on a feasible mark and ran well over fences at Cheltenham festival latest; not ruled out but concern that this 10f could be too sharp for him now.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 9 | 1 | 2 | 11.1% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 8 | 1 | 2 | 12.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 12 | 3 | 5 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 18 | 5 | 5 | 27.8% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | D P McDonogh | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | J P O'Brien | 20 | 5 | 7 | 25% |
Latest bit below-par run in Listed race raises questions as to whether she needs slower ground; Cork winner two starts ago and each-way claims if she's back in top form.
She has won four times from 1m 2f to 1m 3f on soft and yielding ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 9l behind Madam Celeste at 12-1 when eighth of 12 on her latest outing at Gowran Park over 1m 1f (good) earlier this month.
Latest bit below-par run in Listed race raises questions as to whether she needs slower ground; Cork winner two starts ago and each-way claims if she's back in top form.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 12 | 4 | 3 | 33.3% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 9 | 3 | 2 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| C | Course | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
| D | Distance | 4 | 3 | 0 | 75% |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 2 | 2 | 28.6% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (B only) | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | W J Lee | 7 | 3 | 2 | 42.9% |
| T | A Oliver | 12 | 4 | 3 | 33.3% |
Ran okay on Newcastle AW last time; cheekpieces tried there are left off now; bit to find overall on this now rare turf run and 10f stamina isn't conclusively proven either.
Winner of seven races from 7f to 1m 1f on the all-weather. Beaten 3 1/2l behind Storm Star at 40-1 when seventh of 14 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 1m last month.
Ran okay on Newcastle AW last time; cheekpieces tried there are left off now; bit to find overall on this now rare turf run and 10f stamina isn't conclusively proven either.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 40 | 7 | 9 | 17.5% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 39 | 7 | 9 | 18% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | C Geerdharry | 6 | 0 | 4 | 0% |
| T | J P Murtagh | 27 | 2 | 8 | 7.4% |
Probably needed the race when down the field here (1m) in March; 1m2f now is more suitable but bit to prove overall.
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to soft. Well beaten at 50-1 behind Orandi when 26th of 27 on his latest outing here over 1m (soft) in March.
Probably needed the race when down the field here (1m) in March; 1m2f now is more suitable but bit to prove overall.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 28 | 5 | 4 | 17.9% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 27 | 5 | 4 | 18.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| C | Course | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 6 | 1 | 0 | 16.7% |
| G | Similar Going | 17 | 4 | 0 | 23.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 24 | 4 | 4 | 16.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | N G McCullagh | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| T | J M Barrett | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Continues to progress well, last time making it five wins in last six starts with narrow 1m2f Leopardstown success; up in grade and the weights (4lb) but much respected.
Winner of five races from 1m 2f to 1m 5f on ground varying from good to firm to yielding and on the all-weather. Won on his latest outing when 10-3fav at Leopardstown over 1m 2f (good) earlier this month, beating Ceallach by a neck.
Continues to progress well, last time making it five wins in last six starts with narrow 1m2f Leopardstown success; up in grade and the weights (4lb) but much respected.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 12 | 5 | 2 | 41.7% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 10 | 4 | 1 | 40% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 3 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 4 | 0 | 57.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 12 | 5 | 2 | 41.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | A J Slattery | 10 | 4 | 2 | 40% |
| T | A Slattery | 12 | 5 | 2 | 41.7% |
Well held in most recent hurdling run while he was down the field in this last year and probably now needs further; good mark though, 3lb lower than when second at Cork (12f) in June.
Successful at 1m 2f and 1m 4f on yielding and yielding - soft ground, but last win was over two years ago; has also won a hurdle last month. Beaten a head by La Dame Blanche when second of 10 at 4-1 on his latest flat outing at Cork over 1m 4f (good) in June last year.
Well held in most recent hurdling run while he was down the field in this last year and probably now needs further; good mark though, 3lb lower than when second at Cork (12f) in June.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 22 | 2 | 11 | 9.1% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 22 | 2 | 11 | 9.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| C | Course | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
| D | Distance | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 21 | 3 | 9 | 14.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 14 | 1 | 7 | 7.1% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 7 | 0 | 4 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | R Whearty | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | N Meade | 25 | 3 | 12 | 12% |
No doubting that he's better on the AW but went close to a first win on turf at Leopardstown last time and very much a leading player if he can run to the same level again.
Winner of five races from 1m 3f to 1m 4f on the all-weather. Beaten a neck by Cloud Seeker when second of 10 at 16-1 on his latest outing at Leopardstown over 1m 2f (good) earlier this month.
No doubting that he's better on the AW but went close to a first win on turf at Leopardstown last time and very much a leading player if he can run to the same level again.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 20 | 5 | 5 | 25% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 10 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 8 | 2 | 2 | 25% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | L T McAteer | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | D Marnane | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Didn't get a clear run when close fifth over 12f at Cork last time; cheekpieces first time; C&D winner in 2023; fast ground would be an unknown but interesting off good mark otherwise.
Successful twice at 1m 2f on yielding and soft - heavy ground. Finished 1/2l behind Ascending when fifth of 9 at 4-1 on his latest outing at Cork over 1m 4f (good) earlier this month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time.
Didn't get a clear run when close fifth over 12f at Cork last time; cheekpieces first time; C&D winner in 2023; fast ground would be an unknown but interesting off good mark otherwise.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 15 | 2 | 2 | 13.3% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 15 | 2 | 2 | 13.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| D | Distance | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 1 | 1 | 10% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 6 | 1 | 0 | 16.7% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | C D Hayes | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | N Meade | 19 | 2 | 3 | 10.5% |
Fairly useful for William Haggas last season; 24,000gns purchase; lightly-raced possible improver as a 4yo now; bold show wouldn't surprise.
A winner at 1m on good to firm ground. Beaten 2 1/2l by Sea The Dream when second of 9 at 13-8fav on his latest outing at Pontefract over 1m (soft) in October last year. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with W J Haggas.
Fairly useful for William Haggas last season; 24,000gns purchase; lightly-raced possible improver as a 4yo now; bold show wouldn't surprise.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J A Powell | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | J P Murtagh | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Down the field back on the Flat and returning from a short break last time; slower ground would probably suit better; others preferred.
He has won three times at 1m 2f on ground varying from good to soft to soft - heavy. Beaten 11l behind Evening Blossom at 14-1 when 9th of 16 on his latest outing at Limerick over 1m (soft - heavy) last month.
Down the field back on the Flat and returning from a short break last time; slower ground would probably suit better; others preferred.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 24 | 3 | 4 | 12.5% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 24 | 3 | 4 | 12.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| C | Course | 8 | 1 | 1 | 12.5% |
| D | Distance | 6 | 3 | 2 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 13 | 1 | 0 | 7.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 25 | 3 | 3 | 12% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | P McGettigan | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | John M Harney | 6 | 1 | 2 | 16.7% |
Not quite the force of old and though this 8yo had excuses of sorts last time (tardily away, raced wide) bit to prove overall.
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m 2f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather; has also won a hurdle. Finished 8l behind Cloud Seeker when sixth of 10 at 22-1 on his latest outing at Leopardstown over 1m 2f (good) earlier this month.
Not quite the force of old and though this 8yo had excuses of sorts last time (tardily away, raced wide) bit to prove overall.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 53 | 5 | 12 | 9.4% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 39 | 3 | 10 | 7.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 13 | 0 | 4 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 7 | 1 | 1 | 14.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 35 | 4 | 10 | 11.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 17 | 2 | 3 | 11.8% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Nicola Burns | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Mrs J Harrington | 55 | 6 | 12 | 10.9% |
Very patchy in last few runs, last time well held at Naas; there's also a significant stamina question at 10f; others preferred.
He has won three times at 1m on the all-weather. Finished 10l behind Independent Expert when sixth of 8 at 16-1 on his latest outing at Naas over 1m (good) earlier this month.
Very patchy in last few runs, last time well held at Naas; there's also a significant stamina question at 10f; others preferred.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 19 | 3 | 3 | 15.8% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 15 | 0 | 3 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 11 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 14 | 3 | 2 | 21.4% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 11 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J Cleary | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| T | P W Flynn | 19 | 3 | 3 | 15.8% |
Lightly-raced maiden who went close when second at Ballinrobe on seasonal debut recently; up in grade but may well be sharper today and has to be respected.
Placed in three of five starts. Beaten a nose by Expound when second of 8 at 4-1 on his latest outing at Ballinrobe over 1m 2f (good) earlier this month. Runs from 1lb out of handicap.
Lightly-raced maiden who went close when second at Ballinrobe on seasonal debut recently; up in grade but may well be sharper today and has to be respected.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 5 | 0 | 3 | 0% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 5 | 0 | 3 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | W M Lordan | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | E Griffin | 5 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
Joseph O'Brien's AERONAUTIC catches the eye on his handicap debut. This Gleneagles gelding is a lightly-raced sort who has won two of his four races. On his latest outing, he was beaten two lengths into fourth in Listed company at Leopardstown last summer. He can have a say off a mark of 96. Himalayan Heights is race-fit from a decisive victory in a Leopardstown handicap in April. Afterwards, connections commented that he has matured since last season so there should be more to come from him. Longbourn has gone well fresh before and is well versed in big-field handicaps. Cloud Seeker is climbing the weights but has a more-than-decent win ratio, which will stand him in good stead.
Plenty to consider with DUTCH GOLD topping the list after running well when a close fifth at Cork last time, an effort that can be upgraded a little as he briefly met some trouble in running and came from off of a pretty ordinary pace. This C&D winner is on a good mark on his peak form. Old rival Star Harbour may be next best ahead of lightly-raced Ballinrobe second Molto Amichi. Himalayan Heights, Ceallach and potential improver Retracement are others for the shortlist.
Smart performer who will be suited by the return to 6f and has won eight times here; however, 8yo is flying a bit too high at Gr 2 level; tongue tie returns; others preferred.
Has won ten races from 5f to 7f on ground varying from good to yielding - soft and on the all-weather. Finished 5l behind Bucanero Fuerte when fifth of 7 at 10-1 on his latest outing at Naas over 5f (good) earlier this month.
Smart performer who will be suited by the return to 6f and has won eight times here; however, 8yo is flying a bit too high at Gr 2 level; tongue tie returns; others preferred.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 74 | 10 | 19 | 13.5% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 53 | 8 | 15 | 15.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 23 | 4 | 8 | 17.4% |
| C | Course | 40 | 8 | 11 | 20% |
| D | Distance | 37 | 5 | 12 | 13.5% |
| G | Similar Going | 36 | 6 | 12 | 16.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 8 | 1 | 2 | 12.5% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 21 | 1 | 5 | 4.8% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | W J Lee | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% |
| T | C O'Brien | 74 | 10 | 19 | 13.5% |
Some pretty good form on the Continent and started out for this yard (following 340,000euros purchase) with fast-finishing second in 6f Gr 3 at Newmarket; needs a bit more now.
Placed in four of eight starts. Beaten 1/2l by Sajir when second of 7 at 11-1 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Blandford Bloodstock Abernant Stakes at Newmarket over 6f (good) last month.
Some pretty good form on the Continent and started out for this yard (following 340,000euros purchase) with fast-finishing second in 6f Gr 3 at Newmarket; needs a bit more now.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 8 | 0 | 4 | 0% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 8 | 0 | 4 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 5 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 8 | 0 | 4 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J P Spencer | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | K A Ryan | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Yard won this last year; back to something within hailing distance of good 2023 2yo form when second in Doncaster Listed race latest; would have won had he kept straight; respected.
He has won three times from 6f to 7f on good and soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten a neck by Spycatcher when second of 9 at 6-1 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 6f (good to soft) in March.
Yard won this last year; back to something within hailing distance of good 2023 2yo form when second in Doncaster Listed race latest; would have won had he kept straight; respected.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 8 | 3 | 2 | 37.5% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 7 | 2 | 2 | 28.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jason Watson | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| T | C Hills | 8 | 3 | 2 | 37.5% |
Smart performer last season but not so good thus far this term, though reappearance run two starts back might have been needed; bit to prove at present.
Winner of five races at 6f on ground varying from good to heavy. Finished 9l behind Lazzat when fifth of 8 at 5-2 on his latest outing at Chantilly over 6f (good to soft) earlier this month.
Smart performer last season but not so good thus far this term, though reappearance run two starts back might have been needed; bit to prove at present.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 14 | 5 | 2 | 35.7% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 14 | 5 | 2 | 35.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 12 | 5 | 2 | 41.7% |
| G | Similar Going | 11 | 4 | 2 | 36.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 14 | 5 | 2 | 35.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 20% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | O Murphy | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | C G Cox | 14 | 5 | 2 | 35.7% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Ended last season better than ever and two highly creditable runs this season entitle this front-running 6yo to respect, back in Group company now.
Has won nine races from 6f to 7f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Finished 1 1/4l behind More Thunder when fifth of 13 at 8-1 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 6f (good) earlier this month.
Ended last season better than ever and two highly creditable runs this season entitle this front-running 6yo to respect, back in Group company now.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 38 | 9 | 11 | 23.7% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 37 | 9 | 10 | 24.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 29 | 8 | 7 | 27.6% |
| G | Similar Going | 33 | 9 | 8 | 27.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (B only) | 8 | 3 | 2 | 37.5% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | C Lee | 26 | 5 | 7 | 19.2% |
| T | K R Burke | 38 | 9 | 11 | 23.7% |
Tapped into a rich vein of form in lucrative autumn hat-trick, including over C&D; satisfactory return at Naas (5f) last month and, with 6f more suitable, is a leading player.
Winner of five races from 6f to 7f on ground varying from good to yielding. Beaten 1/2l by Two Stars when second of 7 at evens fav on his latest outing at Naas over 5f (good - yielding) last month.
Tapped into a rich vein of form in lucrative autumn hat-trick, including over C&D; satisfactory return at Naas (5f) last month and, with 6f more suitable, is a leading player.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 17 | 5 | 8 | 29.4% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 17 | 5 | 8 | 29.4% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 7 | 3 | 3 | 42.9% |
| C | Course | 8 | 3 | 4 | 37.5% |
| D | Distance | 10 | 4 | 4 | 40% |
| G | Similar Going | 14 | 5 | 7 | 35.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (B only) | 10 | 4 | 4 | 40% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 8 | 3 | 4 | 37.5% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | C T Keane | 15 | 5 | 6 | 33.3% |
| T | G M Lyons | 17 | 5 | 8 | 29.4% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Very smart performer in Australia, including Gr 2 and Gr 3 wins; off seven months and Ascot Gr 1 is main target but top yard won this with another ex-Aussie seasonal debutant in 2018.
He has won three times from 5f to 6f on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 1 3/4l behind Bella Nipotina at 12-1fav when eighth of 11 on his latest outing in the Group 1 The TAB Everest at Randwick over 6f in October last year. Having his first run for a new stable today.
Very smart performer in Australia, including Gr 2 and Gr 3 wins; off seven months and Ascot Gr 1 is main target but top yard won this with another ex-Aussie seasonal debutant in 2018.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | R L Moore | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | A P O'Brien | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Very lightly-raced 5yo; Listed winner (6f, heavy) back from long absence last spring; off since June and has plenty to find here.
Successful at 5f and 6f on good and heavy ground. Finished 3 1/2l behind King Gold when sixth of 9 at 13-2 on her latest outing in the Group 3 Prix De La Porte Maillot Stakes - Group 3 at ParisLongchamp over 7f in June last year.
Very lightly-raced 5yo; Listed winner (6f, heavy) back from long absence last spring; off since June and has plenty to find here.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | A J Slattery | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| T | A Slattery | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
Uneven look to her form; below-par last time; peak form is at 7f/1m and something to prove overall.
A winner at 7f on good - yielding ground. Finished 5l behind Vera's Secret when fourth of 8 at 5-4fav on her latest outing in the Group 3 Al Shira'aa Racing 'Mutamakina' Stakes at Leopardstown over 7f (good) earlier this month.
Uneven look to her form; below-par last time; peak form is at 7f/1m and something to prove overall.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 10 | 1 | 5 | 10% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 10 | 1 | 5 | 10% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| D | Distance | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 1 | 3 | 12.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 10 | 1 | 5 | 10% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 14.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | D McMonagle | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | W McCreery | 10 | 1 | 5 | 10% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Aidan O'Brien takes the wraps off Australian import STORM BOY, who could be an exciting addition to the sprinting ranks. He won at this level at Randwick as a juvenile and is a son of Justify with plenty of dash. He holds Group 1 entries for Royal Ascot. Grand Grey ran on strongly for second (ahead of Lethal Levi in third) in a Group 3 at Newmarket, which was a notable effort on his first start since switching to Kevin Ryan. My Mate Alfie really enjoys the Curragh and is likely to come on from his runner-up berth on his reappearance in Naas. Charlie Hills won this last year and sends Iberian across the Irish Sea, so his chance is respected.
Marginal preference is for MY MATE ALFIE, whose improved autumn form last season (including two good wins over C&D) gives him leading form prospects and whose reappearance run over 5f last month was encouraging. The return to 6f is a plus and, with race fitness a possibly crucial advantage, he is narrowly preferred to Storm Boy, whose good Australian form makes him a leading player too. This dual Group 1 Ascot entry is treading a similar path to Merchant Navy, a good ex-Australian colt who won this on his debut for Aidan O'Brien in this race in 2018. Lethal Levi is third best ahead of fellow British raider Iberian.
Improved on useful 2yo form when second in 7f Gr 3 at Leopardstown in March; should stay 1m on pedigree; good deal more on his late today.
A winner at 6f on good to firm ground. Beaten 1/2l by Henri Matisse when second of 7 at 22-1 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Ballylinch Stud 'Red Rocks' Stakes at Leopardstown over 7f (good - yielding) in March.
Improved on useful 2yo form when second in 7f Gr 3 at Leopardstown in March; should stay 1m on pedigree; good deal more on his late today.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | G M Ryan | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| T | Donnacha O'Brien | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
Steadily progressive colt who made it three from three (all at 7f) in Newmarket Listed race latest; this is significantly harder but 1m should suit better on pedigree and very unexposed.
He has won three times at 7f on good ground and on the all-weather. Won on his latest outing when 6-4fav at Newmarket over 7f (good) earlier this month, beating Marvelman by 1 1/2l. Has also won at Kempton this season.
Steadily progressive colt who made it three from three (all at 7f) in Newmarket Listed race latest; this is significantly harder but 1m should suit better on pedigree and very unexposed.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 3 | 3 | 0 | 100% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 3 | 0 | 100% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | O Murphy | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Harry Charlton | 3 | 3 | 0 | 100% |
Place contender for sure on last season's close second in the Gr 1 Dewhurst on just his second start; disappointing return in 2,000 Guineas though and deserted by Ryan Moore now.
A winner at 7f on good ground. Beaten 9l behind Ruling Court at 5-1 when 9th of 11 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Betfred 2000 Guineas Stakes at Newmarket over 1m (good) earlier this month.
Place contender for sure on last season's close second in the Gr 1 Dewhurst on just his second start; disappointing return in 2,000 Guineas though and deserted by Ryan Moore now.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | W M Lordan | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | A P O'Brien | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
Wide draw here is a minor negative; improved on his good 2yo form this term, last time playing his hand too late when bit unlucky not to narrowly win 2,000 Guineas; good chance.
He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good ground. Beaten 1/2l by Ruling Court when second of 11 at 15-8fav on his latest outing in the Group 1 Betfred 2000 Guineas Stakes at Newmarket over 1m (good) earlier this month.
Wide draw here is a minor negative; improved on his good 2yo form this term, last time playing his hand too late when bit unlucky not to narrowly win 2,000 Guineas; good chance.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 6 | 3 | 1 | 50% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 6 | 3 | 1 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 3 | 1 | 60% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 3 | 1 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | C T Keane | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | J & T Gosden | 6 | 3 | 1 | 50% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Very good and steadily progressive 2yo campaign, making it four from six with Gr 1 1m Doncaster win last time in October; unproven on faster than good; strong place contender at least.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to soft. A winner at 11-1 in the Group 1 William Hill Futurity Trophy Stakes at Doncaster over 1m (soft) on his latest outing in October last year, beating Delacroix by a nose.
Very good and steadily progressive 2yo campaign, making it four from six with Gr 1 1m Doncaster win last time in October; unproven on faster than good; strong place contender at least.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 6 | 4 | 0 | 66.7% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 6 | 4 | 0 | 66.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| D | Distance | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 3 | 0 | 60% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 4 | 0 | 66.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 75% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S Foley | 6 | 4 | 0 | 66.7% |
| T | Mrs J Harrington | 6 | 4 | 0 | 66.7% |
Yard has won three of last 10 runnings of race; progressive; made it two from three with decisive Listed win over C&D latest; this demands more but can come on again; place claims.
Successful at 7f and 1m on good ground. Won on his latest outing when 10-11fav over this course and distance (good) earlier this month, beating Currawood by 1 3/4l.
Yard has won three of last 10 runnings of race; progressive; made it two from three with decisive Listed win over C&D latest; this demands more but can come on again; place claims.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | R L Moore | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| T | A P O'Brien | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% |
Very smart 2yo who ran to form at Newbury on reappearance when said to have just needed it (form upheld since); should stay 1m on pedigree; place claims for sure.
A winner at 6f on good to firm ground. Beaten 1 1/2l by Jonquil when second of 10 at 6-1 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Watership Down Stud Too Darn Hot Greenham Stakes at Newbury over 7f (good) last month.
Very smart 2yo who ran to form at Newbury on reappearance when said to have just needed it (form upheld since); should stay 1m on pedigree; place claims for sure.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 6 | 1 | 5 | 16.7% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 6 | 1 | 5 | 16.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 1 | 3 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 1 | 5 | 16.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S M Levey | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0% |
| T | B J Meehan | 6 | 1 | 5 | 16.7% |
Gr 1 winner here (in 7f National Stakes) as a 2yo; well held when midfield in 2,000 Guineas on reappearance; two full siblings both stayed 1m; something to prove after that.
Successful twice at 7f on good ground. Beaten 8l behind Ruling Court at 8-1 when seventh of 11 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Betfred 2000 Guineas Stakes at Newmarket over 1m (good) earlier this month.
Gr 1 winner here (in 7f National Stakes) as a 2yo; well held when midfield in 2,000 Guineas on reappearance; two full siblings both stayed 1m; something to prove after that.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | D McMonagle | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% |
| T | J P O'Brien | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% |
Smart performer last year and ran to form upped to 10f on reappearance at Sandown in April; cheekpieces on now; something to find; same ownership as Field Of Gold and Cosmic Year.
A winner at 1m on good to soft ground. Beaten 3/4l by Swagman when second of 5 at 5-4fav on his latest outing in the Group 3 bet365 Classic Trial at Sandown over 1m 2f (good) last month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time.
Smart performer last year and ran to form upped to 10f on reappearance at Sandown in April; cheekpieces on now; something to find; same ownership as Field Of Gold and Cosmic Year.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | C D Hayes | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | A M Balding | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Newmarket runner-up FIELD OF GOLD can gain compensation for a narrow defeat in the first Classic of the season. The Gosdens' grey was arguably an unlucky loser, making late headway to lose out by half a length. With Colin Keane taking over in the saddle, the Juddmonte-owned colt has strong claims of taking this prize back across the Irish Sea. Hotazhell, who was a late withdrawal from the French Guineas, has every chance if ready on his first start of the season. Officer needs to take a significant step forward but, as the pick of the Ballydoyle pair, he commands maximum respect.
The key horse is clearly FIELD OF GOLD, who would probably have been a narrow winner of the 2,000 Guineas last time had his hand been played a touch sooner. That form sets a very high, clear standard and compensation in the form of Classic success now looks pretty likely. Hotazhell was a good, Group 1-winning 2yo who could well claim second, ahead of Rashabar, another very smart juvenile whose good reappearance effort at Newbury last month showed had trained on well. Unbeaten Cosmic Year - in the same ownership as both Field Of Gold and possible pacesetter Windlord - and Aidan O'Brien's progressive Officer are others to consider.
9yo now and been off since August but still very capable last year, can go well here and has also run well fresh, so possibilities on peak 2024 form.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m 1f on good and yielding - soft ground and on the all-weather. Finished 1 3/4l behind Wigmore Street when fourth of 24 at 14-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) in August last year.
9yo now and been off since August but still very capable last year, can go well here and has also run well fresh, so possibilities on peak 2024 form.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 21 | 4 | 6 | 19.1% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 20 | 3 | 6 | 15% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 6 | 1 | 4 | 16.7% |
| C | Course | 9 | 1 | 4 | 11.1% |
| D | Distance | 9 | 1 | 4 | 11.1% |
| G | Similar Going | 17 | 3 | 6 | 17.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 12 | 3 | 4 | 25% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | C D Hayes | 15 | 4 | 4 | 26.7% |
| T | D K Weld | 22 | 4 | 6 | 18.2% |
Bit below-par latest while ground any faster than good would be a concern; really solid record here and not discounted.
She has won three times from 7f to 1m on good and soft ground. Finished 7l behind Mataariki when sixth of 9 at 7-2 on her latest outing at Gowran Park over 7f (heavy) last month.
Bit below-par latest while ground any faster than good would be a concern; really solid record here and not discounted.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 16 | 3 | 4 | 18.8% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 16 | 3 | 4 | 18.8% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 6 | 2 | 3 | 33.3% |
| C | Course | 9 | 3 | 4 | 33.3% |
| D | Distance | 10 | 2 | 3 | 20% |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 1 | 2 | 11.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 13 | 2 | 3 | 15.4% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | W Joyce | 8 | 2 | 3 | 25% |
| T | J Feane | 15 | 3 | 4 | 20% |
This faster ground is an unknown but interesting otherwise, having won here two starts ago and with latest third in the Lincoln at Doncaster in March a very solid run.
Winner of six races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to soft to heavy and on the all-weather. Third of 22 behind Godwinson beaten 1/2l at 13-2 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 1m (good to soft) in March.
This faster ground is an unknown but interesting otherwise, having won here two starts ago and with latest third in the Lincoln at Doncaster in March a very solid run.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 36 | 6 | 13 | 16.7% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 29 | 4 | 11 | 13.8% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| C | Course | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% |
| D | Distance | 23 | 3 | 10 | 13% |
| G | Similar Going | 12 | 1 | 5 | 8.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 9 | 2 | 4 | 22.2% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J Kearney | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| T | A J Martin | 9 | 2 | 2 | 22.2% |
Off since below-par run on AW in December; sound fifth (led) in this last year; looks weighted up to recent best; others preferred.
He has won four times at 1m on good and soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 10l behind Catch The Paddy at 10-3 when last of 7 on his latest outing at Dundalk over 1m in December last year.
Off since below-par run on AW in December; sound fifth (led) in this last year; looks weighted up to recent best; others preferred.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 20 | 4 | 3 | 20% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 16 | 3 | 3 | 18.8% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
| C | Course | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
| D | Distance | 14 | 4 | 3 | 28.6% |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 2 | 1 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 17 | 4 | 3 | 23.5% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | B M Coen | 7 | 2 | 1 | 28.6% |
| T | J P Murtagh | 20 | 4 | 3 | 20% |
Raced freely on AW on seasonal debut; that was an okay return all told and last year's Britannia (1m, good to firm) second has to be respected.
A winner at 1m on good ground. Finished 4 1/2l behind Eldrickjones when sixth of 13 at 9-2 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 7f earlier this month.
Raced freely on AW on seasonal debut; that was an okay return all told and last year's Britannia (1m, good to firm) second has to be respected.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 8 | 1 | 4 | 12.5% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 7 | 1 | 4 | 14.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 1 | 4 | 14.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 8 | 1 | 4 | 12.5% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | R L Moore | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | E A L Dunlop | 8 | 1 | 4 | 12.5% |
Won this last year and even better form when second over C&D in August; lightly raced for his age; may come on again this year and high on the list.
Successful twice at 1m on good and heavy ground. Beaten 17l behind Carrytheone at 8-1 when 13th of 20 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m (soft) in October last year.
Won this last year and even better form when second over C&D in August; lightly raced for his age; may come on again this year and high on the list.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 7 | 2 | 3 | 28.6% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| C | Course | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| D | Distance | 7 | 2 | 3 | 28.6% |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 7 | 2 | 3 | 28.6% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | C T Keane | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | W T Farrell | 7 | 2 | 3 | 28.6% |
Lightly raced for her age; needs a bit more and faster than good an unknown but did run very well over C&D (started tardily) on return in March and by no means discounted.
A winner at 7f on soft - heavy ground. Beaten 1 1/2l by Indigo Five when second of 15 at 9-1 on her latest outing over this course and distance (soft) in March.
Lightly raced for her age; needs a bit more and faster than good an unknown but did run very well over C&D (started tardily) on return in March and by no means discounted.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 8 | 1 | 5 | 12.5% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 8 | 1 | 5 | 12.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| C | Course | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 1 | 4 | 16.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | W J Lee | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | Kevin Coleman | 8 | 1 | 5 | 12.5% |
Progressed nicely for this yard on AW in the winter and used to be effective on grass too but more needed back from a short break now.
Winner of five races from 6f to 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 2l behind Exquisite Acclaim when fifth of 11 at 15-2 on his latest outing at Dundalk over 1m in February.
Progressed nicely for this yard on AW in the winter and used to be effective on grass too but more needed back from a short break now.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 22 | 5 | 2 | 22.7% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 12 | 1 | 1 | 8.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 6 | 3 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 1 | 1 | 11.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (B only) | 4 | 3 | 0 | 75% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J A Powell | 3 | 3 | 0 | 100% |
| T | Stephen Thorne | 7 | 3 | 0 | 42.9% |
Excuses on recent seasonal debut (might have needed it; met some trouble); looks on a high enough mark and ground any faster than good would be a major concern.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to heavy. Beaten 12l behind Independent Expert at 16-1 when seventh of 8 on his latest outing at Naas over 1m (good) earlier this month.
Excuses on recent seasonal debut (might have needed it; met some trouble); looks on a high enough mark and ground any faster than good would be a major concern.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 14 | 4 | 1 | 28.6% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 14 | 4 | 1 | 28.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 10 | 3 | 1 | 30% |
| G | Similar Going | 11 | 3 | 1 | 27.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 8 | 3 | 0 | 37.5% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | G F Carroll | 12 | 4 | 1 | 33.3% |
| T | J G Murphy | 14 | 4 | 1 | 28.6% |
Knows how to win and still on a feasible mark but was uncharacteristically out of sorts with well held latest run so bit to prove returned to grass now.
Winner of seven races from 6f to 1m on good to firm ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 10l behind Storm Star at 80-1 when 13th of 14 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 1m last month.
Knows how to win and still on a feasible mark but was uncharacteristically out of sorts with well held latest run so bit to prove returned to grass now.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 44 | 7 | 8 | 15.9% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 21 | 1 | 0 | 4.8% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 12 | 3 | 2 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 19 | 1 | 0 | 5.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 35 | 7 | 6 | 20% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Adam Caffrey | 22 | 5 | 5 | 22.7% |
| T | A McGuinness | 36 | 6 | 7 | 16.7% |
Made too much use of when down the field over 10f at Cork most recent; C&D apprentices' race winner under this rider last season; bit to find overall.
Successful at 1m and 1m 2f on good and yielding - soft ground. Beaten 15l behind Apercu at 12-1 when 13th of 16 on her latest outing at Cork over 1m 2f (soft) last month.
Made too much use of when down the field over 10f at Cork most recent; C&D apprentices' race winner under this rider last season; bit to find overall.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 12 | 2 | 2 | 16.7% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 9 | 2 | 2 | 22.2% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| D | Distance | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 2 | 2 | 28.6% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | K G Kennedy | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| T | Mrs J Harrington | 12 | 2 | 2 | 16.7% |
Three wins last season, the last of them here (1m1f); highly promising return at Limerick last month and today's jockey booking a very positive sign, so much respected.
He has won three times from 7f to 1m 1f on good and soft - heavy ground. Third of 16 behind Evening Blossom beaten 2 3/4l at 10-1 on his latest outing at Limerick over 1m (soft - heavy) last month.
Three wins last season, the last of them here (1m1f); highly promising return at Limerick last month and today's jockey booking a very positive sign, so much respected.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 9 | 3 | 3 | 33.3% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 9 | 3 | 3 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 2 | 2 | 40% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 9 | 3 | 3 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | O Murphy | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | E Mullins | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Generally consistent last season; very sound return at Cork this month; return to 1m isn't an issue; still quite lightly raced and well worth considering.
Successful at 7f and 1m on good to firm and good ground. Third of 9 behind Tokenomics beaten 1 3/4l at 14-1 on her latest outing at Cork over 7f (good) earlier this month.
Generally consistent last season; very sound return at Cork this month; return to 1m isn't an issue; still quite lightly raced and well worth considering.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 8 | 2 | 3 | 25% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 8 | 2 | 3 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 2 | 3 | 28.6% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 8 | 2 | 3 | 25% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S Foley | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% |
| T | Mrs J Harrington | 8 | 2 | 3 | 25% |
Ran pretty well back on grass last time at Cork (1m2f, soft; hampered) but would appeal more at longer trip; better on AW but does have commensurately lower turf mark.
Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 4f on good - yielding ground and on the all-weather. Third of 16 behind Apercu beaten 2 1/4l at 8-1 on his latest outing at Cork over 1m 2f (soft) last month.
Ran pretty well back on grass last time at Cork (1m2f, soft; hampered) but would appeal more at longer trip; better on AW but does have commensurately lower turf mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 25 | 5 | 3 | 20% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 19 | 1 | 2 | 5.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 7 | 1 | 0 | 14.3% |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 16 | 1 | 1 | 6.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 25 | 5 | 3 | 20% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | L T McAteer | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | D Marnane | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Latest two Flat runs, both over C&D, been below-par; another out-of-sorts run over hurdles last time; may be happier back on the Flat but plenty to prove; no hood today.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to heavy. Beaten 10l behind Orandi at 66-1 when 12th of 27 on his latest flat outing over this course and distance (soft) in March.
Latest two Flat runs, both over C&D, been below-par; another out-of-sorts run over hurdles last time; may be happier back on the Flat but plenty to prove; no hood today.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 41 | 4 | 11 | 9.8% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 39 | 4 | 10 | 10.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 9 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 14 | 1 | 2 | 7.1% |
| D | Distance | 25 | 3 | 5 | 12% |
| G | Similar Going | 28 | 1 | 6 | 3.6% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 18 | 1 | 5 | 5.6% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 13 | 0 | 4 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | M W Hassett | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | T Mullins | 54 | 4 | 14 | 7.4% |
Fair effort on stable/seasonal debut at Leopardstown (1m) last time; tongue-tie first time; worth keeping an eye on but possibly with other races at further than this 1m more in mind.
He has won four times from 1m 1f to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Beaten 3 1/2l behind Dark Viper at 12-1 when eighth of 17 on his latest outing at Leopardstown over 1m (good) in March. He is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time.
Fair effort on stable/seasonal debut at Leopardstown (1m) last time; tongue-tie first time; worth keeping an eye on but possibly with other races at further than this 1m more in mind.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 27 | 4 | 10 | 14.8% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 27 | 4 | 10 | 14.8% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 21 | 3 | 6 | 14.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 10 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | W M Lordan | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | E Mullins | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Interesting on such as last June's C&D (good) second but needs to step up on this March's two down-the-field runs over C&D (acts on soft, so that isn't a convincing excuse).
He has won three times from 6f to 1m on good - yielding and yielding ground. Beaten 6l behind Indigo Five at 22-1 when eighth of 15 on his latest outing over this course and distance (soft) in March.
Interesting on such as last June's C&D (good) second but needs to step up on this March's two down-the-field runs over C&D (acts on soft, so that isn't a convincing excuse).
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 44 | 3 | 16 | 6.8% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 41 | 3 | 16 | 7.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 14 | 1 | 4 | 7.1% |
| C | Course | 21 | 3 | 8 | 14.3% |
| D | Distance | 21 | 1 | 7 | 4.8% |
| G | Similar Going | 25 | 3 | 10 | 12% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & P) | 9 | 1 | 0 | 11.1% |
| HG | Cheek Pieces | 12 | 1 | 2 | 8.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 33 | 1 | 14 | 3% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | D P McDonogh | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | A McGuinness | 26 | 1 | 8 | 3.9% |
Unraced beyond 7f; made it three from seven with reappearance win at Leopardstown (7f) in April and, lightly raced and progressive, is worth close consideration.
She has won three times at 7f on good ground and on the all-weather. Won on her latest outing when 7-2fav at Leopardstown over 7f (good) last month, beating Desert Haven by 1/2l. Runs from 2lb out of handicap.
Unraced beyond 7f; made it three from seven with reappearance win at Leopardstown (7f) in April and, lightly raced and progressive, is worth close consideration.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 7 | 3 | 0 | 42.9% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 7 | 3 | 0 | 42.9% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | R P Cleary | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| T | A Mullins | 7 | 3 | 0 | 42.9% |
Ran to form when back on turf over 10f at Ballinrobe last time; used to be effective at 1m but stays 1m4f and may well now need further; others preferred.
Successful at 1m 1f and 1m 3f on good ground and on the all-weather. Third of 8 behind Expound beaten 3 1/2l at 11-2 on his latest outing at Ballinrobe over 1m 2f (good) earlier this month. Runs from 4lb out of handicap.
Ran to form when back on turf over 10f at Ballinrobe last time; used to be effective at 1m but stays 1m4f and may well now need further; others preferred.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 30 | 2 | 9 | 6.7% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 18 | 1 | 5 | 5.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 9 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 18 | 1 | 5 | 5.6% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 29 | 2 | 8 | 6.9% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J Pietropaolo | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | J Feane | 13 | 1 | 5 | 7.7% |
Irish Lincoln winner ORANDI has every chance of landing another big prize for trainer Tony Martin. Narrowly denied when bidding to follow up in the English equivalent at Doncaster, the seven-year-old was subsequently raised 4lb. With Jack Kearney taking 3lb off his back, the gelding looks favourably treated and given his liking for these big-field cavalry charges, he has to be the first port of call. A real eyecatcher on his recent stable debut at Limerick, Lord Church has to be of interest on his second start for Emmet Mullins. Stablemate Derry Lad is another who should appreciate a strongly-run mile.
Many to consider in (as might be expected for the money on offer) an open race. STATE ACTOR is still on a very feasible mark off only 2lb higher than when a career-best second over C&D when second in the Irish Cambridgeshire in August and, if resuming in that type of form, may well be able to win this valuable prize for the second year running. This lightly-raced 5yo is also a possible improver again this year. Lord Church has plenty going for him and may be next best ahead of Orandi. Others to consider closely include Serialise, Enchanted Garden and the 9yo Coeur d'Or.
7f Leopardstown winner last summer; patchy since, though wide trip no help on recent Chester reappearance; change of headgear; others appeal more.
Successful at 6f and 7f on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 9l behind Two Tempting at 18-1 when 13th of 14 on his latest outing at Chester over 1m (good) earlier this month. He is wearing a hood for the first time.
7f Leopardstown winner last summer; patchy since, though wide trip no help on recent Chester reappearance; change of headgear; others appeal more.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 12 | 2 | 2 | 16.7% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 9 | 1 | 1 | 11.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 1 | 1 | 11.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (H only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | P McGettigan | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | J P Murtagh | 12 | 2 | 2 | 16.7% |
Fitness and distance (5f too sharp) excuses for latest reappearance defeat but plenty to prove overall on the evidence of last few runs; hood left off.
He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 9l behind The Highway Rat when sixth of 9 at 16-1 on his latest outing at Navan over 5f (good) earlier this month.
Fitness and distance (5f too sharp) excuses for latest reappearance defeat but plenty to prove overall on the evidence of last few runs; hood left off.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 11 | 3 | 1 | 27.3% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 8 | 2 | 0 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 6 | 2 | 1 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 2 | 0 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 10 | 3 | 1 | 30% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 6 | 1 | 0 | 16.7% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | N M Crosse | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | J Feane | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Latest Cork run was a step in the right direction; very feasible mark on pick of 2024 form and, with decent-paced 7f likely to suit, is a contender.
Successful twice at 1m on good and heavy ground. Finished 3l behind Tokenomics when sixth of 9 at 9-1 on his latest outing at Cork over 7f (good) earlier this month.
Latest Cork run was a step in the right direction; very feasible mark on pick of 2024 form and, with decent-paced 7f likely to suit, is a contender.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 15 | 2 | 3 | 13.3% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 13 | 2 | 2 | 15.4% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 9 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 1 | 2 | 10% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 6 | 1 | 2 | 16.7% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | B M Coen | 11 | 2 | 2 | 18.2% |
| T | J P Murtagh | 15 | 2 | 3 | 13.3% |
Off since down-the-field run here in August; interesting on her bright start to 2024, when a winner at Naas and then second over C&D; new trainer now (same ownership).
She has won four times from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to yielding. Beaten 9l behind Wigmore Street at 16-1 when 19th of 24 on her latest outing here over 1m (good) in August last year. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with B Duffy in Ireland.
Off since down-the-field run here in August; interesting on her bright start to 2024, when a winner at Naas and then second over C&D; new trainer now (same ownership).
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 16 | 4 | 3 | 25% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 16 | 4 | 3 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| C | Course | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 5 | 2 | 2 | 40% |
| G | Similar Going | 14 | 4 | 2 | 28.6% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 9 | 2 | 2 | 22.2% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J Kearney | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | G Keane | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Probably needed race at Naas last time; each-way claims on peak form and 7f is okay but risky proposition on latest evidence.
A winner at 7f on good ground. Beaten 7l behind Love Billy Boy at 40-1 when 13th of 15 on her latest outing at Naas over 6f (good - yielding) last month.
Probably needed race at Naas last time; each-way claims on peak form and 7f is okay but risky proposition on latest evidence.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 11 | 1 | 4 | 9.1% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 11 | 1 | 4 | 9.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 1 | 3 | 10% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 11 | 1 | 4 | 9.1% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | D W O'Connor | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | R O'Sullivan | 11 | 1 | 4 | 9.1% |
Last season's two wins were at further; okay return last month and, unraced as a 2yo/lightly raced overall, is possible improver this year; considered.
Successful at 1m and 1m 1f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 5l behind Mataariki when fifth of 9 at 14-1 on her latest outing at Gowran Park over 7f (heavy) last month.
Last season's two wins were at further; okay return last month and, unraced as a 2yo/lightly raced overall, is possible improver this year; considered.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 7 | 2 | 1 | 28.6% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 7 | 2 | 1 | 28.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 2 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 7 | 2 | 1 | 28.6% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | D McMonagle | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| T | J P O'Brien | 7 | 2 | 1 | 28.6% |
Solid record here, promising Limerick return in April and on a feasible mark so worth considering, though there's a doubt about this unproven ground (goes well with plenty of cut).
He has won four times from 6f to 7f on soft and heavy ground. Finished 6l behind Evening Blossom when fourth of 16 at 11-1 on his latest outing at Limerick over 1m (soft - heavy) last month.
Solid record here, promising Limerick return in April and on a feasible mark so worth considering, though there's a doubt about this unproven ground (goes well with plenty of cut).
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 17 | 4 | 5 | 23.5% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 17 | 4 | 5 | 23.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| C | Course | 10 | 2 | 3 | 20% |
| D | Distance | 6 | 2 | 3 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | W J Lee | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | Ms J Morgan | 14 | 3 | 4 | 21.4% |
Down the field on 2024 return though did win on his 2023 return; claims on such as C&D third last time in September off a feasible mark today.
A winner at 1m on yielding ground. Third of 16 behind No More Porter beaten 1 1/2l at 13-2 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good - yielding) in September last year.
Down the field on 2024 return though did win on his 2023 return; claims on such as C&D third last time in September off a feasible mark today.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 13 | 1 | 5 | 7.7% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 13 | 1 | 5 | 7.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 11 | 1 | 3 | 9.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 9 | 1 | 4 | 11.1% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 10 | 0 | 4 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | C T Keane | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| T | G Keane | 8 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
Thrice-raced 5yo who won maiden at Gowran (7f, good) on debut last season and similar form over that same C&D (heavy) on last month's return; possible improver now; respected.
A winner at 7f on good ground. Beaten 1 1/2l by Mataariki when second of 9 at 28-1 on her latest outing at Gowran Park over 7f (heavy) last month.
Thrice-raced 5yo who won maiden at Gowran (7f, good) on debut last season and similar form over that same C&D (heavy) on last month's return; possible improver now; respected.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S Foley | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | H De Bromhead | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
Ran to form when close second at Naas last time on seasonal return; goes well here; ground any faster than good an unknown but interesting otherwise.
He has won three times from 6f to 7f on soft and soft - heavy ground. Beaten a neck by Tawaazon when second of 13 at 18-1 on his latest outing at Naas over 6f (good) earlier this month.
Ran to form when close second at Naas last time on seasonal return; goes well here; ground any faster than good an unknown but interesting otherwise.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 19 | 3 | 4 | 15.8% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 19 | 3 | 4 | 15.8% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 12 | 2 | 2 | 16.7% |
| D | Distance | 7 | 1 | 1 | 14.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 12 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 9 | 2 | 2 | 22.2% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | P A Harnett | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | K P Cotter | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Won this in 2022 and 2023; veteran wasn't beaten all that far in second start of 2025 latest so, off a very feasible mark on best 2024 form, worth considering.
Has won eight races from 6f to 7f on ground varying from good to soft - heavy and on the all-weather. Beaten 3 1/2l behind Love Billy Boy at 66-1 when 9th of 15 on his latest outing at Naas over 6f (good - yielding) last month.
Won this in 2022 and 2023; veteran wasn't beaten all that far in second start of 2025 latest so, off a very feasible mark on best 2024 form, worth considering.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 85 | 8 | 17 | 9.4% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 79 | 7 | 17 | 8.9% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 10 | 3 | 1 | 30% |
| C | Course | 37 | 6 | 4 | 16.2% |
| D | Distance | 24 | 4 | 4 | 16.7% |
| G | Similar Going | 53 | 6 | 13 | 11.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 53 | 6 | 9 | 11.3% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J Cleary | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | M C Grassick | 85 | 8 | 17 | 9.4% |
Down the field upped to 1m on Dundalk AW in December; had won a 6f maiden at same track on debut previously; lightly-raced potential improver for good yard now.
A winner at 6f on the all-weather. Beaten 8l behind Perfect Judgement at 12-1 when seventh of 9 on her latest outing at Dundalk over 1m in December last year.
Down the field upped to 1m on Dundalk AW in December; had won a 6f maiden at same track on debut previously; lightly-raced potential improver for good yard now.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | D P McDonogh | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | J P O'Brien | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
Welcome return to form when winning at Cork (1m) last time; more needed up 4lb now; effective at 7f last season.
Successful at 7f and 1m on good and good - yielding ground. A winner at 9-1 at Cork over 1m (good) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Unterberg by 1l.
Welcome return to form when winning at Cork (1m) last time; more needed up 4lb now; effective at 7f last season.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 16 | 2 | 2 | 12.5% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 12 | 2 | 2 | 16.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 9 | 1 | 2 | 11.1% |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 2 | 2 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 13 | 2 | 2 | 15.4% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | M W Hassett | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | N Meade | 16 | 2 | 2 | 12.5% |
Running well enough when last seen in the autumn while this is a very good mark on earlier 2024 form; there's a slight stamina doubt at 7f again but interesting otherwise for new yard.
A winner at 6f on soft ground. Finished 1 1/2l behind Eddie G when fourth of 14 at 12-1 on his latest outing at Dundalk over 7f in October last year. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with John S O'Donoghue in Ireland.
Running well enough when last seen in the autumn while this is a very good mark on earlier 2024 form; there's a slight stamina doubt at 7f again but interesting otherwise for new yard.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 11 | 1 | 1 | 9.1% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 10 | 1 | 1 | 10% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| C | Course | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Distance | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 10 | 1 | 1 | 10% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Adam Caffrey | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | A McGuinness | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Below-par at Naas last time while stamina for 7f is very much unproven; three wins last year included one here (6f) but others preferred today.
He has won three times at 6f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Tawaazon at 5-1 when seventh of 13 on his latest outing at Naas over 6f (good) earlier this month.
Below-par at Naas last time while stamina for 7f is very much unproven; three wins last year included one here (6f) but others preferred today.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 12 | 3 | 2 | 25% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 12 | 3 | 2 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| C | Course | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 3 | 2 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 12 | 3 | 2 | 25% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | R Whearty | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | P W Flynn | 12 | 3 | 2 | 25% |
Ended 2024 on a low-key note on AW in December; interesting on debut second (1m, good to firm) and AW win (7f) in maidens previously; lightly raced, so possible improver this year too.
A winner at 7f on the all-weather. Finished 6l behind Perfect Judgement when fifth of 9 at 8-1 on his latest outing at Dundalk over 1m in December last year.
Ended 2024 on a low-key note on AW in December; interesting on debut second (1m, good to firm) and AW win (7f) in maidens previously; lightly raced, so possible improver this year too.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | C D Hayes | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Kevin Coleman | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
7f is the big question, as he remains unproven at this trip; ran okay in big field here last time; previous reappearance run was promising and sound overall record here; considered.
He has won four times from 5f to 6f on good and soft ground, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 6l behind Prime Sign at 4-1fav when eighth of 27 on his latest outing here over 6f (good) earlier this month.
7f is the big question, as he remains unproven at this trip; ran okay in big field here last time; previous reappearance run was promising and sound overall record here; considered.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 29 | 4 | 5 | 13.8% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 28 | 4 | 5 | 14.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 14 | 2 | 4 | 14.3% |
| Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 22 | 3 | 5 | 13.6% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 26 | 3 | 4 | 11.5% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 21 | 3 | 3 | 14.3% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J A Heffernan | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | R Brabazon | 29 | 4 | 5 | 13.8% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
May be better on the AW, though the evidence isn't conclusive; 7f stamina unproven; bit to prove on most recent winter AW form.
A winner at 6f on the all-weather. Finished 2 1/2l behind Sporting Hero when sixth of 8 at 40-1 on his latest outing at Dundalk over 5f in February.
May be better on the AW, though the evidence isn't conclusive; 7f stamina unproven; bit to prove on most recent winter AW form.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 10 | 1 | 1 | 10% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T only) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | R P Cleary | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | Alan McIntyre | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Off since down the field upped to 7f on AW in October; won 6f maiden here previously; well-bred and lightly-raced 5yo and wouldn't be a massive surprise to see her involved.
A winner at 6f on good - yielding ground. Beaten 8l behind Vivienda at 10-1 when seventh of 8 on her latest outing at Dundalk over 7f in October last year.
Off since down the field upped to 7f on AW in October; won 6f maiden here previously; well-bred and lightly-raced 5yo and wouldn't be a massive surprise to see her involved.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | K J Leonard | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| T | M A Molloy | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
Thrice-raced maiden who was improved fourth in 6f maiden here last time; 7f stamina unproven; has changed yards; unexposed but this demands more and others preferred.
Unplaced in all three starts. Finished 1 1/4l behind Pickersgill when fourth of 11 at 28-1 on her latest outing here over 6f (soft) in March. Runs from 2lb out of handicap. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with Andrew Kinirons in Ireland.
Thrice-raced maiden who was improved fourth in 6f maiden here last time; 7f stamina unproven; has changed yards; unexposed but this demands more and others preferred.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | L F Roche | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | A Mullins | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Below-par at Limerick most recently; generally out of form; feasible mark if able to revive; blinkers back on instead of cheekpieces.
He has won three times from 6f to 7f on good and yielding ground. Beaten 16l behind Church Mountain at 6-1 when 10th of 12 on his latest outing at Limerick over 1m (soft) last month. Runs from 6lb out of handicap.
Below-par at Limerick most recently; generally out of form; feasible mark if able to revive; blinkers back on instead of cheekpieces.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 35 | 3 | 7 | 8.6% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 33 | 3 | 6 | 9.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 9 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| C | Course | 22 | 2 | 6 | 9.1% |
| D | Distance | 16 | 1 | 3 | 6.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 20 | 3 | 3 | 15% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T & B) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| HG | Blinkers | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 22 | 1 | 4 | 4.6% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | W M Lordan | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | M Hassett | 35 | 3 | 7 | 8.6% |
Having been successful off a similar break in the past, GENUINE ARTICLE can make a winning reappearance. Lightly raced for previous connections, the five-year-old has shaped with promise on more than one occasion since joining Gerry Keane. Third over C&D on his final start last season, the gelding remains open to further improvement. Merisi Diamond, who looked to be coming to hand when fourth at Limerick last month, shouldn't be far away. Although versatile when it comes to trip, this appears to be his optimum distance. Pinar Del Rio is entitled to be sharper for his recent narrow defeat at Naas.
Many to consider closely in a wide-open race. GOAL EXCEEDED resumes on a decent mark on his best 2024 form and, having joined a decent yard, may be able to capitalise on it at the first time of asking for them. Pinar Del Rio shades Genuine Article as next best with Plume Noire, Shavasi and previous dual winner of this, Verhoyen, among the many others shortlisted.
6f winner here last year; improved winner at Naas (7f, soft-to-heavy) in March; up 7lb but more of an issue is this faster ground as he evidently needs more give.
Successful at 6f and 7f on yielding - soft and soft - heavy ground. A winner at 7-1 at Naas over 7f (soft - heavy) on his latest outing in March, beating Wizard Of Odds by 1 1/2l.
6f winner here last year; improved winner at Naas (7f, soft-to-heavy) in March; up 7lb but more of an issue is this faster ground as he evidently needs more give.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 6 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | L T McAteer | 6 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% |
| T | D Marnane | 6 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% |
Decent winning 2yo (7f) who might not have stayed 1m on seasonal debut this month; cheekpieces first time; others appeal more at these weights.
A winner at 7f on good to firm ground. Beaten 8l behind Atsila at 33-1 when eighth of 11 on her latest outing here over 1m (good) earlier this month. She is wearing cheekpieces for the first time.
Decent winning 2yo (7f) who might not have stayed 1m on seasonal debut this month; cheekpieces first time; others appeal more at these weights.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | K G Kennedy | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Mrs J Harrington | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
Had benefited for AW debut experience when winning a 1m maiden at Cork last time; this demands more and drops back to 7f but he is a possible improver handicapping now.
A winner at 9-2 at Cork over 1m (soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Omni Man by 2l.
Had benefited for AW debut experience when winning a 1m maiden at Cork last time; this demands more and drops back to 7f but he is a possible improver handicapping now.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | C D Hayes | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| T | D K Weld | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
Winning debut at Newbury (6f) last season before creditable reappearance second on Kempton AW (7f); gelded since; that form is working out very well; interesting.
A winner at 6f on good ground. Beaten 5l by Marvelman when second of 12 at 8-11fav on his latest outing at Kempton over 7f in March.
Winning debut at Newbury (6f) last season before creditable reappearance second on Kempton AW (7f); gelded since; that form is working out very well; interesting.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | C T Keane | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | C G Cox | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Some promise on turf before 7f AW maiden win in October; probably not stay 10f at Roscommon on reappearance; down in trip; others preferred.
A winner at 7f on the all-weather. Beaten 12l behind Arouet at 28-1 when last of 8 on his latest outing at Roscommon over 1m 2f (good) earlier this month.
Some promise on turf before 7f AW maiden win in October; probably not stay 10f at Roscommon on reappearance; down in trip; others preferred.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Similar Going | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Nicola Burns | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | G M Lyons | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
Steadily progressive maiden who was improved second in first-time cheekpieces at Gowran (7f, good) latest; a contender off fair opening mark.
Placed in three of five starts. Beaten 2 3/4l by Storm Piece when second of 15 at 6-1 on his latest outing at Gowran Park over 7f (good) earlier this month.
Steadily progressive maiden who was improved second in first-time cheekpieces at Gowran (7f, good) latest; a contender off fair opening mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 5 | 0 | 3 | 0% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 5 | 0 | 3 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | B M Coen | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| T | J P Murtagh | 5 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
Ran to form at Gowran Park (7f) on reappearance in April; it's not conclusive but may need slower ground; blinkers worn latest are left off; more needed.
A winner at 5f on heavy ground. Third of 7 behind Saint Brandon beaten 1 1/2l at 14-1 on his latest outing at Gowran Park over 7f (yielding) last month.
Ran to form at Gowran Park (7f) on reappearance in April; it's not conclusive but may need slower ground; blinkers worn latest are left off; more needed.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | D P McDonogh | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | J S Bolger | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% |
Race might have come too soon when disappointing latest; needs more on previous winning form at Gowran (1m, heavy; acts on good).
A winner at 1m on heavy ground. Beaten 11l behind Shiota at 11-4 when eighth of 15 on his latest outing at Naas over 1m (yielding) last month.
Race might have come too soon when disappointing latest; needs more on previous winning form at Gowran (1m, heavy; acts on good).
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | A J Slattery | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% |
| T | A Slattery | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% |
Thrice-raced colt who won at Yarmouth (1m, good to soft) and was then second at Brighton (1m, soft) last autumn; more needed on stable debut but he is a potential improver.
A winner at 1m on good to firm ground. Beaten 1/2l by Great David when second of 10 at 5-4fav on his latest outing at Brighton over 1m (soft) in October last year. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with George Boughey.
Thrice-raced colt who won at Yarmouth (1m, good to soft) and was then second at Brighton (1m, soft) last autumn; more needed on stable debut but he is a potential improver.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J Kearney | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Stephen Thorne | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Below-par here last time; won on AW (1m) earlier on this year; more needed on balance and may be better on the AW.
A winner at 1m on the all-weather. Beaten 8l behind Murkala at 33-1 when seventh of 15 on her latest outing over this course and distance (good) earlier this month.
Below-par here last time; won on AW (1m) earlier on this year; more needed on balance and may be better on the AW.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 9 | 1 | 2 | 11.1% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Similar Going | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 9 | 1 | 2 | 11.1% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | O Murphy | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | N Lupini | 9 | 1 | 2 | 11.1% |
Breakthrough win with reappearance success at Roscommon (7.5f, good); this demands more up 4lb.
A winner at 6-1 at Roscommon over 7f (good) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Northern Attitude by 1/2l.
Breakthrough win with reappearance success at Roscommon (7.5f, good); this demands more up 4lb.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 12 | 1 | 2 | 8.3% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 11 | 1 | 2 | 9.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 1 | 2 | 12.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 11 | 1 | 2 | 9.1% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | W Joyce | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| T | K Smith | 12 | 1 | 2 | 8.3% |
Cork maiden winner JAGGED EDGE looks open to improvement from an initial mark of 90. Well on top in the closing stages, the form received a boost when the runner-up won easily next time out. Given how strongly he travelled when opening his account, dropping back a furlong in trip should see the son of Blue Point in an even better light. Madrid Handicap winner East Hampton has to be respected, despite his big weight. That Naas race has thrown up plenty of subsequent Graded performers over the years. British raider Shameful has to enter calculations with Colin Keane booked.
The one to appeal most is SHAMEFUL, whose reappearance second on the AW in March looks much better form now than it did at the time while, after just two starts, there must be a good chance that further progress will be forthcoming. Iceford is on a fair mark so this progressive maiden may be next best ahead of Jagged Edge and Far From Dandy.
Yard has won two of last five runnings of race; no worthwhile form in three well-beaten runs (7f-10f) this spring.
Unplaced in all three starts. Well beaten at 100-1 behind First Wave when last of 12 on his latest outing at Gowran Park over 1m (good) earlier this month.
Yard has won two of last five runnings of race; no worthwhile form in three well-beaten runs (7f-10f) this spring.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | D P McDonogh | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | J P O'Brien | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
40,000gns Acclamation gelding; dam useful at 12f; highly likely best watched on debut.
Dam won at 1m 4f.
40,000gns Acclamation gelding; dam useful at 12f; highly likely best watched on debut.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Flat (Turf) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | N M Crosse | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | John O'Donoghue | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
13,000gns Cable Bay colt; half-brother to Born Ruler, very useful at 10f; dam useful at 14f; strong likelihood is that he's best watched on this debut.
Half-brother to Zoran, won twice on the all-weather flat at 2m, on the flat at 1m 2f, in a chase at 2m 4f and over hurdles at 2m 4f.
13,000gns Cable Bay colt; half-brother to Born Ruler, very useful at 10f; dam useful at 14f; strong likelihood is that he's best watched on this debut.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Flat (Turf) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | C T Keane | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | J J Murphy | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Runner-up in a maiden over 7f at Leopardstown this month; that form makes him a leading player and dam's side of pedigree suggests 10f here may well suit better.
Half-brother to Erzindjan, won twice at 7f and 1m. Beaten 4 1/2l by Zodiac Bear when second of 11 at 5-2 on his racecourse debut at Leopardstown over 7f (good) earlier this month.
Runner-up in a maiden over 7f at Leopardstown this month; that form makes him a leading player and dam's side of pedigree suggests 10f here may well suit better.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | C D Hayes | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | D K Weld | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Zoustar colt; half-brother to Sense Of Spirit, fair from 6f to 7f; highly likely best watched.
Half-brother to La Sapienza, won at 7f.
Zoustar colt; half-brother to Sense Of Spirit, fair from 6f to 7f; highly likely best watched.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Flat (Turf) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | G F Carroll | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | A Oliver | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Top yard won this last year; improved on debut run when upped to 10.7f and second on Dundalk AW in March; that form makes this Irish Derby entry a leading contender.
Placed once in two starts. Beaten 1 1/4l by Woodshaw Whisper when second of 9 at 15-8 on his latest outing at Dundalk over 1m 3f in March.
Top yard won this last year; improved on debut run when upped to 10.7f and second on Dundalk AW in March; that form makes this Irish Derby entry a leading contender.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | R L Moore | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | A P O'Brien | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Mild promise on debut at Gowran (1m) this month; more needed now but he was well backed on debut and 1m2f could well suit better, so not discounted.
Dam won at 7f. Finished 11l behind First Wave when fifth of 12 at 7-4fav on his racecourse debut at Gowran Park over 1m (good) earlier this month.
Mild promise on debut at Gowran (1m) this month; more needed now but he was well backed on debut and 1m2f could well suit better, so not discounted.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | B M Coen | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | J P Murtagh | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Well beaten in a maiden over 12f at Tipperary (8-1) in April; likely best watched.
Half-brother to Laganore, won seven times between 6f and 1m 2f including a Group 1 race. Finished 13l behind Combs when sixth of 8 at 8-1 on his racecourse debut at Tipperary over 1m 4f (yielding) last month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time.
Well beaten in a maiden over 12f at Tipperary (8-1) in April; likely best watched.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S Foley | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | Mrs J Harrington | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
23,000euros Shaman gelding; half-brother to Pearl Glory, smart from 7f to 7f; dam modest at 12f; highly likely best watched on debut.
Half-brother to Pearl Glory, won twice at 6f.
23,000euros Shaman gelding; half-brother to Pearl Glory, smart from 7f to 7f; dam modest at 12f; highly likely best watched on debut.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Flat (Turf) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | W J Lee | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | A Oliver | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Benefited from debut experience when 10l third in a maiden at Cork (10.4f) in his most recent run; more needed here.
Unplaced in both starts. Third of 5 behind Zahrann beaten 10l at 66-1 on his latest outing at Cork over 1m 2f (good) earlier this month.
Benefited from debut experience when 10l third in a maiden at Cork (10.4f) in his most recent run; more needed here.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | R Coakley | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | J S Bolger | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Yard has won two of last five runnings of race; 6l fourth in a maiden over 8f at Killarney on debut; more needed but 10f now may well help (his sister, Comic Book, stays 12f).
Full brother to Comic Book, won at 1m 4f. Finished 6l behind Gun Carriage when fourth of 10 at 20-1 on his racecourse debut at Killarney over 1m (good) earlier this month.
Yard has won two of last five runnings of race; 6l fourth in a maiden over 8f at Killarney on debut; more needed but 10f now may well help (his sister, Comic Book, stays 12f).
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Flat (Turf) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | D McMonagle | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | J P O'Brien | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
The Dermot Weld-trained ESHERANN has every chance of improving on his debut second at Leopardstown. Always prominent, the Wootton Bassett colt kept on nicely to take minor honours close home. Stepping up an additional three furlongs looks very much in his favour, while the experience of racing over shorter on his introduction will not have been lost on him. Rizal, who was very strong in the market when fifth at Gowran Park, is another who should have benefited from his initial outing and it would be no surprise to see Johnny Murtagh's colt leave that form well behind. Propose is also worthy of consideration.
This may well be between ESHERANN and Propose. Marginal preference is for Esherann, whose debut second at Leopardstown this month reads well in this context and the dam's side of whose pedigree strongly suggests will be better served by this 3f longer trip. Aidan O'Brien won this with newcomer and subsequent St Leger winner Jan Brueghel last year and Irish Derby entry Propose has a decent shout of following up that success for Ballydoyle this time. This last-time-out Dundalk second is the clear main danger ahead of Valorous Power and Rizal.
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