Forecast: Light rain
Temperature: 8.1° - 12.7°
Rainfall: 2.36mm
Wind: 13.7 mph SW
Forecast: Light rain
Temperature: 8.1° - 12.7°
Rainfall: 2.36mm
Wind: 13.7 mph SW
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26,000 euros Great Pretender gelding; full-brother to Gipsy De Choisel, smart at 16f. Stable on long losing run and best watched.
Full brother to Gipsy De Choisel, won twice over hurdles at 2m and 2m 3f.
26,000 euros Great Pretender gelding; full-brother to Gipsy De Choisel, smart at 16f. Stable on long losing run and best watched.
Improved when winning a maiden point at Tinahely by 2l last time and is returning from a break. The form of that point win looks modest, but he is worth a market check.
A winner at 3-1fav in a point-to-point race at Tinahely over 3m (soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Cebu City by 2l. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Cian Hughes in Ireland.
Improved when winning a maiden point at Tinahely by 2l last time and is returning from a break. The form of that point win looks modest, but he is worth a market check.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hurdle | 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 | 1 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jordan Canavan | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | J P Flavin | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Ran to form when fourth, beaten 19l, in a bumper here last time. Effective at 2m and in fair form in bumpers, though he may want a bit further than 2m in time over hurdles.
Unplaced in all three starts. Finished 19l behind Outofafrika when fourth of 7 at 40-1 on his latest outing in a NH flat race here over 2m (soft - heavy) earlier this month.
Ran to form when fourth, beaten 19l, in a bumper here last time. Effective at 2m and in fair form in bumpers, though he may want a bit further than 2m in time over hurdles.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hurdle | 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) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Paddy Cody | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | R P Cody | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Ran to form when second, beaten 2 1/4l, in an auction hurdle at Gowran Park last time. Effective at 2m and his penultimate form was strong, so he should remain competitive.
Placed in a hurdle race and a NH flat race from eight NH starts. Beaten 2 1/4l by Champagne Jury when second of 7 at 4-1 on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Gowran Park over 2m (heavy) last month, his only placing from 8 starts.
Ran to form when second, beaten 2 1/4l, in an auction hurdle at Gowran Park last time. Effective at 2m and his penultimate form was strong, so he should remain competitive.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 9 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Danny Mullins | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | Ms M Mullins | 9 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
Made a promising debut when third, beaten 6l, in an auction point at Moig South and now returns from a short break. His point form had knocks.
Third of 7 behind Mcelhattan beaten 6l at 3-1fav on his racecourse debut at Moig South over 3m (soft - heavy) in November last year. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with David Paul Murphy.
Made a promising debut when third, beaten 6l, in an auction point at Moig South and now returns from a short break. His point form had knocks.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hurdle | 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) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Dylan Robinson | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | P J Rothwell | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Very promising on debut when beaten 7l in an auction hurdle at Gowran Park. The trainer is in form; effective at 2m and acts on heavy ground. He should improve a little for that initial experience.
Finished 7l behind Champagne Jury when fifth of 7 at 22-1 on his racecourse debut at Gowran Park over 2m (heavy) last month.
Very promising on debut when beaten 7l in an auction hurdle at Gowran Park. The trainer is in form; effective at 2m and acts on heavy ground. He should improve a little for that initial experience.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 1 | 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) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Kennedy | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | G Elliott | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Very promising on debut when fourth, beaten 4l, in an auction hurdle at Gowran Park last time. Effective at 2m and acts on heavy ground; he could build on that debut promise and reverse form with re-opposing rival.
Placed in a NH flat race and a point-to-point from three starts. Finished 4l behind Champagne Jury when fourth of 7 at 12-1 on his hurdling debut at Gowran Park over 2m (heavy) last month.
Very promising on debut when fourth, beaten 4l, in an auction hurdle at Gowran Park last time. Effective at 2m and acts on heavy ground; he could build on that debut promise and reverse form with re-opposing rival.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Tiernan Power Roche | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | P J Rothwell | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Had every chance but was below form when comfortably held in a mares' bumper at Punchestown last time. Effective at 2m and acts with cut; inconsistent in bumpers, though that form has been franked.
A winner of a point-to-point at 3m on yielding ground. Well beaten at 13-2 behind How's Hannah when sixth of 13 on her latest outing in a NH flat race at Punchestown over 2m (soft - heavy) last month.
Had every chance but was below form when comfortably held in a mares' bumper at Punchestown last time. Effective at 2m and acts with cut; inconsistent in bumpers, though that form has been franked.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hurdle | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Kieren Buckley | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | G P Cromwell | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
EAGLE'S QUEST, who had a couple of these behind when runner-up at Gowran Park, can gain a first success. The Mags Mullins-trained gelding also shaped with promise on his previous start when sixth in a big field at the Leopardstown Christmas meeting. With an official rating of 115, the six-year-old sets a fair standard in a race of this nature. All Night Revival, who was fourth in that Gowran race, has to be respected. Having finished runner-up between the flags and in a bumper, he made a promising start to his career over flights. Point-to-point winner Simply Natural is not one to dismiss lightly on her hurdling debut.
A few of these re-oppose having contested a decent maiden at Gowran and they could have the race between them. Eagle's Quest did best that day but he did have an experience edge and was better placed in a race that was dominated from the front. ALL NIGHT REVIVAL finished well from an unpromising position on what was his first start over hurdles and is expected to improve significantly for the outing. His point and bumper form suggests that he should be capable of much better and he gets the verdict. Fabhcun was a place behind the selection and is also likely capable of better for a top yard so isn't ruled out either.
Landed a handicap by 2 1/4l off a 7lb lower mark at Punchestown on her penultimate start; may not have stayed when well beaten latest. Effective at 2m with cut and in fair form generally so solid claims.
She has won three hurdle races from 2m to 2m 2f on soft and heavy ground. Well beaten at 28-1 behind Zanoosh when last of 7 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Navan over 2m 4f (heavy) earlier this month.
Landed a handicap by 2 1/4l off a 7lb lower mark at Punchestown on her penultimate start; may not have stayed when well beaten latest. Effective at 2m with cut and in fair form generally so solid claims.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 9 | 3 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Hurdle | 9 | 3 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 3 | 0 | 42.9% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & P) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| HG | Cheek Pieces | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Eoin Staples | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | C Collins | 10 | 3 | 1 | 30% |
Improved when suited by a positive ride at a sharp track, finishing 16l third in a maiden hurdle at Thurles on his most recent run. Trainer in form; effective at 2m, acts on heavy and likely has more to offer now handicapping.
A winner of a NH flat race at 1m 4f on soft ground. Third of 12 behind Charme De Faust beaten 16l at 7-1 on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Thurles over 2m (heavy) last month.
Improved when suited by a positive ride at a sharp track, finishing 16l third in a maiden hurdle at Thurles on his most recent run. Trainer in form; effective at 2m, acts on heavy and likely has more to offer now handicapping.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Josh Williamson | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | G Elliott | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Ran to form when beaten 8 1/4l in a maiden hurdle at Leopardstown last time, off a short break. Effective at 2m, acts on heavy and improvement is probable now handicapping.
Yet to place in three starts over hurdles. Finished 8l behind Hardy Stuff when sixth of 19 at 50-1 on her latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Leopardstown over 2m (yielding) in December last year.
Ran to form when beaten 8 1/4l in a maiden hurdle at Leopardstown last time, off a short break. Effective at 2m, acts on heavy and improvement is probable now handicapping.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 11 | 1 | 2 | 9.1% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Eoghan Finegan | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | Patrick Magee | 14 | 1 | 2 | 7.1% |
Ran to form when comfortably held in a maiden hurdle at Gowran Park last time; cheekpieces worn for the first time. Effective at 2m and acts with cut; unlucky to still be a maiden and competitive on handicap debut.
Placed in two hurdle races from six NH starts. Well beaten at 18-1 behind Madness D'elle when fifth of 10 on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Gowran Park over 2m (heavy) earlier this month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time.
Ran to form when comfortably held in a maiden hurdle at Gowran Park last time; cheekpieces worn for the first time. Effective at 2m and acts with cut; unlucky to still be a maiden and competitive on handicap debut.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| 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 | Cian Quirke | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| T | A Slattery | 19 | 1 | 4 | 5.3% |
Pulled up in a maiden hurdle at Limerick on her latest start. Effective at 2m and acts on soft but has yet to build on her debut effort.
Unplaced in all three starts over hurdles. Pulled up 2 out when 150-1 at Limerick over 2m (heavy) in a maiden hurdle race won by Saveforarainyday earlier this month on her latest outing.
Pulled up in a maiden hurdle at Limerick on her latest start. Effective at 2m and acts on soft but has yet to build on her debut effort.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Charlie O'Dwyer | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | J Nash | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Was a bit too free on handicap debut when fourth, beaten 18l, in a handicap hurdle at Punchestown on his latest start. Effective around 2m and may do better now handicapping.
Yet to place in five starts. Finished 18l behind Sopelana when fourth of 7 at 40-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Punchestown over 2m (heavy) last month. Runs from 1lb out of handicap.
Was a bit too free on handicap debut when fourth, beaten 18l, in a handicap hurdle at Punchestown on his latest start. Effective around 2m and may do better now handicapping.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Gavin Brouder | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | J J Hanlon | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Had no obvious excuse when finishing down the field in a maiden hurdle at Punchestown most recently, off a short break. Effective at 8-12f and has a bit to prove over hurdles.
Unplaced in all four starts over hurdles. Well beaten at 200-1 behind Immediate Effect when 12th of 13 on her latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Punchestown over 2m (yielding) in December last year. Runs from 4lb out of handicap.
Had no obvious excuse when finishing down the field in a maiden hurdle at Punchestown most recently, off a short break. Effective at 8-12f and has a bit to prove over hurdles.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Sean Cleary-Farrell | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | T Mullins | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
SOPELANA can defy her big weight to register a fourth win over hurdles. Although last of seven in a 2m4f Listed race at Navan earlier this month, the Cian Collins-trained filly ran better than that bare form suggests. Hampered early on, she made good progress to briefly go third approaching the final flight before her stamina limitations were exposed. Back at this trip, she will find the opposition easier and should also appreciate the sharper track. Mode Avion, who finished third to the selection at Punchestown in November, has every chance at these weights. Whats New has the ability to win over hurdles if first-time cheekpieces can bring about further improvement.
WHATS NEW proved consistent when completing in maidens and is open to progress now handicapping in first time cheekpieces. His opening mark looks lenient and he can take advantage at the expense of Mode Avion who progressed in maidens proving himself on heavy ground in the process. He's open to further improvement for his top yard and the French bumper winner can throw down the main challenge ahead of the experienced Sopelana who was outclassed at Listed level last time but should find this more suitable.
Stiff mark and may have wanted easier ground when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Leopardstown last time; off a long absence. Effective at 2m2f and acts on soft; yet to match French form but the yard has done well with similar types.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 2f on soft ground, but that win was over two years ago. Well beaten at 80-1 behind Enniskerry when 18th of 19 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Leopardstown over 2m (yielding) in December '24.
Stiff mark and may have wanted easier ground when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Leopardstown last time; off a long absence. Effective at 2m2f and acts on soft; yet to match French form but the yard has done well with similar types.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% | |
| Hurdle | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J J Slevin | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | M Brassil | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Ran to form when a fortunate winner due to a late faller, landing a handicap by 1 1/2l off a 6lb lower mark at Punchestown last time; off a short break. Effective around 2 1/2m; inconsistent and a revised mark will demand more.
Winner of three hurdle races and two chases from 2m 3f to 2m 7f on ground varying from good - yielding to soft - heavy. A winner at 14-1 in a hurdle race at Punchestown over 2m 3f (yielding) on his latest outing in December last year, beating San Hilario by 1 1/2l.
Ran to form when a fortunate winner due to a late faller, landing a handicap by 1 1/2l off a 6lb lower mark at Punchestown last time; off a short break. Effective around 2 1/2m; inconsistent and a revised mark will demand more.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 22 | 5 | 3 | 22.7% | |
| Hurdle | 16 | 3 | 2 | 18.8% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 9 | 3 | 1 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 11 | 2 | 2 | 18.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 22 | 5 | 3 | 22.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Brian Hayes | 18 | 5 | 3 | 27.8% |
| T | D H Kelly | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
Up in trip and did not stay when down the field in the Troytown Handicap Chase (Grade 3) at Navan last time; previous hurdles win looks strong form; off a short break. Effective from 2m to 2m5f and acts with cut; a good mark on chase form and the drop in trip is a plus.
He has won two hurdle races and a chase from 2m 2f to 2m 6f on ground varying from yielding to yielding - soft. Well beaten at 7-1 behind Answer To Kayf when 14th of 19 on his latest outing in a Grade 3 chase in the Group 3 Bar One Racing Troytown Handicap Chase at Navan over 3m (heavy) in November last year.
Up in trip and did not stay when down the field in the Troytown Handicap Chase (Grade 3) at Navan last time; previous hurdles win looks strong form; off a short break. Effective from 2m to 2m5f and acts with cut; a good mark on chase form and the drop in trip is a plus.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 11 | 3 | 2 | 27.3% | |
| Hurdle | 6 | 2 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 1 | 2 | 11.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 10 | 3 | 3 | 30% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Keith Donoghue | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | N Meade | 12 | 3 | 2 | 25% |
Pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Navan last time. Effective from 2m to 2 1/2m and acts on any ground; inconsistent but fair mark on best form at this venue; interesting at a price.
He has won two hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good - yielding to soft - heavy. Pulled up at the last when 33-1 at Navan over 2m 4f (soft - heavy) in a hurdle race won by Zanoosh last month on his latest outing.
Pulled up in a handicap hurdle at Navan last time. Effective from 2m to 2 1/2m and acts on any ground; inconsistent but fair mark on best form at this venue; interesting at a price.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 9 | 2 | 1 | 22.2% | |
| Hurdle | 9 | 2 | 1 | 22.2% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T & P) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Cheek Pieces | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Simon Torrens | 7 | 1 | 1 | 14.3% |
| T | P T Foley | 17 | 3 | 3 | 17.7% |
Did it readily and improved with a fine ride getting first run on closers when landing a handicap by 6 1/2l off a 10lb lower mark here last time; off a short break. Best around 2 1/2m, suited by cut and generally consistent.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 1f and 2m 4f on heavy and yielding - soft ground. A winner at 6-1 in a hurdle race here over 2m 4f (yielding - soft) on his latest outing in November last year, beating San Hilario by 7l.
Did it readily and improved with a fine ride getting first run on closers when landing a handicap by 6 1/2l off a 10lb lower mark here last time; off a short break. Best around 2 1/2m, suited by cut and generally consistent.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 14 | 2 | 5 | 14.3% | |
| Hurdle | 14 | 2 | 5 | 14.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 1 | 3 | 11.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Tiernan Power Roche | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| T | P J Rothwell | 14 | 2 | 5 | 14.3% |
Did it easily and improved again, suited by a positive ride when landing a handicap by 10l off a 13lb lower mark here last time. Effective at 2m and suited by plenty of cut; the handicapper has reacted but he could progress.
He has won three hurdle races from 2m to 2m 1f on heavy and soft - heavy ground. Won on his latest outing in a hurdle race when 15-8jt-fav here over 2m (soft - heavy) earlier this month, beating Verbal Sparring by 10l.
Did it easily and improved again, suited by a positive ride when landing a handicap by 10l off a 13lb lower mark here last time. Effective at 2m and suited by plenty of cut; the handicapper has reacted but he could progress.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 3 | 0 | 37.5% | |
| Hurdle | 8 | 3 | 0 | 37.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 3 | 0 | 60% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (H only) | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Darragh O'Keeffe | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | M P Fitzgerald | 13 | 3 | 0 | 23.1% |
Did it readily and improved down in grade under a positive ride in first-time cheekpieces when landing a handicap by 8 1/2l off a 10lb lower mark at Navan last time. Effective from 2m to 2m4f, suited by cut and back in form of late.
He has won three hurdle races from 2m to 2m 4f on soft and soft - heavy ground. A winner at 9-1 in a hurdle race at Navan over 2m 4f (soft - heavy) on his latest outing last month, beating Teds Corner by 9l.
Did it readily and improved down in grade under a positive ride in first-time cheekpieces when landing a handicap by 8 1/2l off a 10lb lower mark at Navan last time. Effective from 2m to 2m4f, suited by cut and back in form of late.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 15 | 3 | 0 | 20% | |
| Hurdle | 15 | 3 | 0 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 7 | 2 | 0 | 28.6% |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 3 | 0 | 37.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (B only) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Niall Moore | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| T | P Fenton | 16 | 3 | 0 | 18.8% |
Scored by 3l off this mark here three starts back; outclassed by principals but improved and comfortably held in the P.P. Hogan Memorial Cross Country Chase last time. Likely wants some give and 2 1/2m; in fair form and well treated on chase efforts.
Successful in a hurdle race and a chase at 2m 4f and 2m 5f on yielding - soft ground. Finished 19l behind Vanillier when fifth of 10 at 40-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Punchestown over 3m 1f (soft - heavy) earlier this month.
Scored by 3l off this mark here three starts back; outclassed by principals but improved and comfortably held in the P.P. Hogan Memorial Cross Country Chase last time. Likely wants some give and 2 1/2m; in fair form and well treated on chase efforts.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 17 | 2 | 3 | 11.8% | |
| Hurdle | 5 | 1 | 0 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| C | Course | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 13 | 1 | 3 | 7.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Conor Stone-Walsh | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | Ian Patrick Donoghue | 9 | 1 | 2 | 11.1% |
SPORTINTHEPARK looks well treated reverting to hurdles. A winner in this sphere at Galway in October, the Noel Meade-trained gelding was subsequently raised 6lb to 126. Although very disappointing over fences in the Troytown at Navan last time, the ground was very testing and, 8lb lower in this sphere, he can get his career back on track. Billy Lee Swagger, who made most when scoring at this venue, has to hold every chance. The hat-trick seeking Our Uncle Jack steps up in trip, but has to be respected given his rich vein of form.
SPORTINTHEPARK failed to stay 3m in the Troytown when last seen but his last hurdles win looks strong form and a 6lb rise looks lenient. He's proven versatile ground wise and dropped back to his optimum distance is fancied to get the better of in form Linden Arden who was probably a bit fortunate to win last time due to a late faller. Of those at bigger prices Fad Eadrainn makes some minor appeal judged on his victory here in the autumn where he had a couple of Graded winners in behind. He is erratic but is on a dangerous mark if bringing his best.
Back to form when just outstayed late after challenging early enough, finishing fourth beaten 13l in a handicap hurdle at Navan last time. Effective at 2m-2 1/2m and suited by cut, he looks on a fair mark on UK form and is running into form for his new yard.
Successful in a hurdle race and a chase at 2m and 2m 4f on soft and heavy ground. Finished 13l behind Westandtogether when fourth of 11 at 13-2 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Navan over 2m 6f (heavy) earlier this month.
Back to form when just outstayed late after challenging early enough, finishing fourth beaten 13l in a handicap hurdle at Navan last time. Effective at 2m-2 1/2m and suited by cut, he looks on a fair mark on UK form and is running into form for his new yard.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 16 | 2 | 2 | 12.5% | |
| Hurdle | 9 | 1 | 1 | 11.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 14 | 2 | 2 | 14.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 12 | 1 | 2 | 8.3% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Non Runner | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | T Hogan | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Improved up in trip for a cosy 13l win in a maiden hurdle at Thurles on his handicap debut last time. Effective from 2m-2m6f and acts with cut. Remains on a workable mark and could follow up.
A winner at 3-1 in a maiden hurdle race at Thurles over 2m 7f (heavy) on his latest outing last month, beating Not Leaving Yet by 13l.
Improved up in trip for a cosy 13l win in a maiden hurdle at Thurles on his handicap debut last time. Effective from 2m-2m6f and acts with cut. Remains on a workable mark and could follow up.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% | |
| Hurdle | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 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 | Mark Walsh | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| T | E Bolger | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
Landed a handicap by 6 1/2l off a 10lb lower mark at Thurles on her penultimate start. Improved again, though probably a bit flattered, when fourth in the Apple's Jade Mares Novice Hurdle (Listed) at Navan last time. Effective at 2m-2 1/2m and acts on any ground. Mark fair and should be competitive.
Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m and 2m 4f on soft and heavy ground. Finished 16l behind Zanoosh when fourth of 7 at 22-1 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Navan over 2m 4f (heavy) earlier this month.
Landed a handicap by 6 1/2l off a 10lb lower mark at Thurles on her penultimate start. Improved again, though probably a bit flattered, when fourth in the Apple's Jade Mares Novice Hurdle (Listed) at Navan last time. Effective at 2m-2 1/2m and acts on any ground. Mark fair and should be competitive.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 18 | 1 | 6 | 5.6% | |
| Hurdle | 18 | 1 | 6 | 5.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| C | Course | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 2 | 4 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 21 | 2 | 6 | 9.5% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Kennedy | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | W J McLernon | 21 | 2 | 6 | 9.5% |
Did it cosily and improved again under an aggressive ride down in trip when landing a handicap by 11l off a 12lb lower mark at Naas last time. Effective at 2 1/4m-2 1/2m and acts with cut. Progressing now he has had his head in front but this demands more again.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 3f and 2m 4f on soft and yielding ground. Won on her latest outing in a hurdle race when 3-1fav at Naas over 2m 3f (yielding) last month, beating Teenage Kiss by 11l.
Did it cosily and improved again under an aggressive ride down in trip when landing a handicap by 11l off a 12lb lower mark at Naas last time. Effective at 2 1/4m-2 1/2m and acts with cut. Progressing now he has had his head in front but this demands more again.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 2 | 0 | 25% | |
| Hurdle | 8 | 2 | 0 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 1 | 0 | 20% |
| 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 | Conor Brassil | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| T | M Brassil | 8 | 2 | 0 | 25% |
Ran to form but had too much to do when ridden to see out the trip and was comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Tramore last time. Effective from 2m-2m5f and acts on good ground. Generally consistent in a short career and conditions are an unknown.
A winner of a point-to-point at 3m. Finished 15l behind Mephisto when fifth of 8 at 11-2 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Tramore over 2m 5f (good) in August last year. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Miss Ellmarie Holden in Ireland.
Ran to form but had too much to do when ridden to see out the trip and was comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Tramore last time. Effective from 2m-2m5f and acts on good ground. Generally consistent in a short career and conditions are an unknown.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Gavin Brouder | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | J J Hanlon | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Improved again up in trip and did it easily when landing a handicap by 22l off an 11lb lower mark at Limerick last time. Effective from 2m-2m5f and acts on yielding and soft to heavy. Well treated on latest win and could follow up.
A winner at 25-1 in a hurdle race at Limerick over 2m 5f (heavy) on her latest outing earlier this month, beating Another Ocana by 22l.
Improved again up in trip and did it easily when landing a handicap by 22l off an 11lb lower mark at Limerick last time. Effective from 2m-2m5f and acts on yielding and soft to heavy. Well treated on latest win and could follow up.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% | |
| Hurdle | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 14 | 1 | 3 | 7.1% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Gilligan | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| T | P J Gilligan | 7 | 1 | 1 | 14.3% |
Ran to form when beaten 3 1/2l by a well handicapped pair off a 1lb lower mark here last time. Effective at 2m4f and acts on a sound surface and heavy ground. Generally in good form.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 4f on yielding ground. Third of 10 behind Themanintheanorak beaten 3 1/2l at 14-1 on her latest outing in a hurdle race over this course and distance (soft - heavy) earlier this month.
Ran to form when beaten 3 1/2l by a well handicapped pair off a 1lb lower mark here last time. Effective at 2m4f and acts on a sound surface and heavy ground. Generally in good form.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 14 | 1 | 4 | 7.1% | |
| Hurdle | 14 | 1 | 4 | 7.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 7 | 1 | 1 | 14.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 8 | 1 | 2 | 12.5% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Sean O'Keeffe | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
| T | P T Foley | 11 | 1 | 3 | 9.1% |
Scored by 1/2l off an 8lb lower mark here on his penultimate start. Let down by his jumping on chase debut when pulled up in a handicap chase last time. Effective at 2 1/2m and acts with cut, but his jumping must improve.
He has won two hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m to 2m 4f on soft and yielding ground. Pulled up 3 out when 5-1 here over 2m 5f (soft) in a chase won by West Of Carrig last month on his chase debut.
Scored by 1/2l off an 8lb lower mark here on his penultimate start. Let down by his jumping on chase debut when pulled up in a handicap chase last time. Effective at 2 1/2m and acts with cut, but his jumping must improve.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 14 | 2 | 2 | 14.3% | |
| Hurdle | 13 | 2 | 2 | 15.4% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| C | Course | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% |
| D | Distance | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 2 | 2 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & P) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| HG | Cheek Pieces | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Keith Donoghue | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Ian Patrick Donoghue | 8 | 2 | 1 | 25% |
Won this race last year but fell in a handicap hurdle at Punchestown last time. Effective from 2m4f-2m7f and acts on heavy and soft ground. Was in form until that latest run.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 4f on soft ground. Fell 2 out when 9-2 at Punchestown over 2m 6f (soft - heavy) in a hurdle race won by Lough Nigara last month on her latest outing.
Won this race last year but fell in a handicap hurdle at Punchestown last time. Effective from 2m4f-2m7f and acts on heavy and soft ground. Was in form until that latest run.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 10 | 1 | 3 | 10% | |
| Hurdle | 10 | 1 | 3 | 10% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 10 | 1 | 3 | 10% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Philip Donovan | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| T | James Andrew Fahey | 13 | 1 | 3 | 7.7% |
Did not stay and was comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Wexford last time when booked for midfield. Absent for a very lengthy period and wears a tongue-tie for the first time. Effective at 2m. A point winner who has been inconsistent over hurdles and has a bit to prove.
A winner of a point-to-point at 3m on heavy ground, but that win was over two years ago. Well beaten at 22-1 behind Plain Or Battered when fifth of 12 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Wexford over 3m (soft) in May '24.
Did not stay and was comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Wexford last time when booked for midfield. Absent for a very lengthy period and wears a tongue-tie for the first time. Effective at 2m. A point winner who has been inconsistent over hurdles and has a bit to prove.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jordan Canavan | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | J P Flavin | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Never jumped or travelled and needed the run when well beaten and outclassed in a beginners chase here last time. Effective at 2m and wants a sound surface. Needs a drop in class and conditions a worry.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 1f and 2m 2f on good and yielding - soft ground. Well beaten at 125-1 behind Port Joulain when last of 8 on his chase debut here over 2m 1f (yielding) last month.
Never jumped or travelled and needed the run when well beaten and outclassed in a beginners chase here last time. Effective at 2m and wants a sound surface. Needs a drop in class and conditions a worry.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 16 | 2 | 3 | 12.5% | |
| Hurdle | 15 | 2 | 3 | 13.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 23 | 2 | 3 | 8.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J J Slevin | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% |
| T | M Rice | 25 | 2 | 3 | 8% |
Improved on his final qualifying run when down the field in a maiden hurdle at Punchestown most recently. Acts on heavy ground. A point winner from a top yard who may need this bit further now going handicapping.
A winner of a point-to-point at 3m. Well beaten at 100-1 behind Too Bossy For Us when 9th of 15 on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Punchestown over 2m (soft - heavy) earlier this month.
Improved on his final qualifying run when down the field in a maiden hurdle at Punchestown most recently. Acts on heavy ground. A point winner from a top yard who may need this bit further now going handicapping.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| 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 | Conor Stone-Walsh | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | G P Cromwell | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
May have found the ground too testing when down the field in a maiden hurdle here most recently. Effective up to 3m. Dropping in trip and may do better in handicaps, but conditions are an unknown.
Placed in a point-to-point from seven starts. Well beaten at 7-1 behind Don Jefe when 11th of 14 on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race over this course and distance (soft - heavy) earlier this month.
May have found the ground too testing when down the field in a maiden hurdle here most recently. Effective up to 3m. Dropping in trip and may do better in handicaps, but conditions are an unknown.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Danny Gilligan | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | R O'Sullivan | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Ran to form up in trip and was well placed off a modest pace when beaten 3/4l off a 2lb lower mark at Punchestown last time. Effective from 2m-2m6f and suited by cut. Inconsistent but on a fair mark on his best form.
Placed in two hurdle races from six starts. Third of 16 behind Mojoe beaten 3/4l at 10-3 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Punchestown over 2m 3f (soft - heavy) last month.
Ran to form up in trip and was well placed off a modest pace when beaten 3/4l off a 2lb lower mark at Punchestown last time. Effective from 2m-2m6f and suited by cut. Inconsistent but on a fair mark on his best form.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | James Smith | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | T Gibney | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
Landed a handicap by 1/2l off a 17lb lower mark at Down Royal last time. Effective at 2 1/2m and suited by cut. Progressive over hurdles and fences and there could be more to come over further.
Successful in a hurdle race and a chase at 2m 4f and 2m 5f on soft and yielding - soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a chase when 10-11fav at Down Royal over 2m 5f (yielding - soft) last month, beating Luimneach by 1/2l.
Landed a handicap by 1/2l off a 17lb lower mark at Down Royal last time. Effective at 2 1/2m and suited by cut. Progressive over hurdles and fences and there could be more to come over further.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 11 | 2 | 0 | 18.2% | |
| Hurdle | 10 | 1 | 0 | 10% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| C | Course | 5 | 1 | 0 | 20% |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 1 | 0 | 11.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 11 | 2 | 0 | 18.2% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Ben Harvey | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | K Thornton | 11 | 2 | 0 | 18.2% |
Improved again behind an unexposed rival when beaten 1 1/2l off a 2lb lower mark at Navan last time. Effective at 2m and acts on heavy and yielding ground. Consistent if a touch frustrating.
Placed in four hurdle races from 11 starts. Beaten 1 1/2l by Westandtogether when second of 11 at 3-1fav on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Navan over 2m 6f (heavy) earlier this month.
Improved again behind an unexposed rival when beaten 1 1/2l off a 2lb lower mark at Navan last time. Effective at 2m and acts on heavy and yielding ground. Consistent if a touch frustrating.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 10 | 0 | 4 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 10 | 0 | 4 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| C | Course | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 8 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Daniel King | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | A J Martin | 11 | 0 | 4 | 0% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Ran to form when beaten a head off a 1lb lower mark at Tramore last time. Off a short break. Effective at around 2 1/2m and consistent over hurdles. Can improve if ridden more positively.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 5f on good - yielding ground. Beaten a head by Pebble Bleu when second of 13 at 4-1 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Tramore over 2m 5f (soft) in November last year.
Ran to form when beaten a head off a 1lb lower mark at Tramore last time. Off a short break. Effective at around 2 1/2m and consistent over hurdles. Can improve if ridden more positively.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 11 | 1 | 4 | 9.1% | |
| Hurdle | 10 | 1 | 4 | 10% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Dylan Robinson | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | P J Rothwell | 13 | 1 | 4 | 7.7% |
Never threatened when ridden to see out the trip and was comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Punchestown last time. Cheekpieces worn for the first time. Effective at 2 1/2m and suited by cut. On a long losing run and in poor form.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on heavy ground. Well beaten at 11-1 behind Pebble Bleu when sixth of 10 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Punchestown over 2m 7f (soft - heavy) earlier this month. She is wearing cheekpieces for the first time.
Never threatened when ridden to see out the trip and was comfortably held in a handicap hurdle at Punchestown last time. Cheekpieces worn for the first time. Effective at 2 1/2m and suited by cut. On a long losing run and in poor form.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 16 | 1 | 1 | 6.3% | |
| Hurdle | 16 | 1 | 1 | 6.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| 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 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jordan Gainford | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | E D Delany | 12 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Disappointing up in trip when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Punchestown most recently. Effective at 2m-2 1/2m and acts on heavy ground. Must bounce back.
Unplaced in all five starts. Well beaten at 11-1 behind Lough Nigara when 12th of 16 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Punchestown over 2m 6f (soft - heavy) last month.
Disappointing up in trip when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Punchestown most recently. Effective at 2m-2 1/2m and acts on heavy ground. Must bounce back.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Tiernan Power Roche | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | P J Rothwell | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Despite being raised 12lb for an emphatic win at Naas, RUN FOR COVER is taken to complete the hat-trick. Having opened her account here on her previous start, the seven-year-old adopted similar front-running tactics at the County Kildare track. As that latest race was confined to conditionals, her rider Conor Brassil was unable to claim. Now taking 3lb off, that does at least ease her burden somewhat. Blow Wind Blow has to be a leading contender on his handicap debut. An easy winner at Thurles, the Enda Bolger-trained gelding could be well treated. Shanroe Act is another with every chance in quite a competitive affair.
An open race can go to BLOW WIND BLOW who was a cosy winner when upped in trip last time and looks to have been let off lightly with a 6lb rise ahead of his handicap debut. He's open to plenty of further progress for his top connections and has produced his best efforts to date on heavy ground. Survivors Sister made amends for a late spill on her penultimate start when an easy winner last time and looks an obvious danger despite an 11lb rise. Recent heavy ground winner Mi Lucky Cailin may have been a bit flattered by her recent Listed run but she is still potentially well treated back in a handicap and is also of interest at a bigger price. The consistent but frustrating Teds Corner completes the list of dangers.
Yard has won the last three runnings of this race; pulled up in the Paddy Power Irish Gold Cup (Grade 1) at Leopardstown latest. Effective over 2m4f-3m1f; a Grade 1 winner as a novice but more is needed in open company.
He has won a hurdle race and three chases from 2m 3f to 3m on ground varying from good to soft to yielding. Pulled up 2 out when 40-1 in the Group 1 Paddy Power Irish Gold Cup at Leopardstown over 3m (soft) in a Grade 1 chase won by Fact To File earlier this month on his latest outing.
Yard has won the last three runnings of this race; pulled up in the Paddy Power Irish Gold Cup (Grade 1) at Leopardstown latest. Effective over 2m4f-3m1f; a Grade 1 winner as a novice but more is needed in open company.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 12 | 4 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Chase | 7 | 3 | 0 | 42.9% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 2 | 2 | 22.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 15 | 5 | 3 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 11 | 2 | 1 | 18.2% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Sean O'Keeffe | 5 | 1 | 0 | 20% |
| T | W P Mullins | 17 | 5 | 3 | 29.4% |
Outclassed and well beaten in the Savills Chase (Grade 1) at Leopardstown latest; trainer in form and tongue-tie fitted for the first time. Effective over 2m4f-3m1f; generally consistent at Graded level and could be of interest in a top staying handicap in the spring but outside claims here.
Winner of two hurdle races, two NH flat races, a chase and a point-to-point from 1m 7f to 3m on ground varying from soft to soft - heavy. Well beaten at 33-1 when eighth of 11 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase in the Group 1 Savills Chase at Leopardstown over 3m (yielding) in December last year.
Outclassed and well beaten in the Savills Chase (Grade 1) at Leopardstown latest; trainer in form and tongue-tie fitted for the first time. Effective over 2m4f-3m1f; generally consistent at Graded level and could be of interest in a top staying handicap in the spring but outside claims here.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 13 | 3 | 4 | 23.1% | |
| Chase | 7 | 1 | 3 | 14.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 4 | 2 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T & B) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Blinkers | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 12 | 2 | 4 | 16.7% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Danny Gilligan | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| T | G Elliott | 16 | 5 | 4 | 31.3% |
Pulled up in the Thyestes Handicap Chase (Grade 3) at Gowran Park latest; top course trainer and usually held up. Effective at 2 1/2m and suited by decent ground; stamina and ground concerns here.
He has won a hurdle race, a NH flat race and a chase from 1m 4f to 2m 2f on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. Pulled up at the last when 12-1 in the Group 3 Goffs Thyestes Handicap Chase at Gowran Park over 3m 1f (heavy) in a Grade 3 chase won by Now Is The Hour last month on his latest outing.
Pulled up in the Thyestes Handicap Chase (Grade 3) at Gowran Park latest; top course trainer and usually held up. Effective at 2 1/2m and suited by decent ground; stamina and ground concerns here.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 15 | 2 | 4 | 13.3% | |
| Chase | 9 | 1 | 4 | 11.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 1 | 2 | 14.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 11 | 2 | 3 | 18.2% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 16.7% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Phillip Enright | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | J P O'Brien | 9 | 1 | 3 | 11.1% |
Ran to form off a revised mark and set it up for a closer when fourth, beaten 20l, in the Thyestes Handicap Chase (Grade 3) at Gowran Park latest. Effective over 2 1/2-3m; in form and not fully exposed as a stayer so rates a threat.
He has won two hurdle races and two chases from 2m to 3m on ground varying from soft to soft - heavy. Finished 20l behind Now Is The Hour when fourth of 18 at 10-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 3 chase in the Group 3 Goffs Thyestes Handicap Chase at Gowran Park over 3m 1f (heavy) last month.
Ran to form off a revised mark and set it up for a closer when fourth, beaten 20l, in the Thyestes Handicap Chase (Grade 3) at Gowran Park latest. Effective over 2 1/2-3m; in form and not fully exposed as a stayer so rates a threat.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 14 | 4 | 4 | 28.6% | |
| Chase | 7 | 2 | 1 | 28.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 4 | 3 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 15 | 4 | 5 | 26.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | John Shinnick | 13 | 4 | 4 | 30.8% |
| T | T O'Brien | 15 | 4 | 5 | 26.7% |
Yard has won the last three runnings of this race; fell in the Thyestes Handicap Chase (Grade 3) at Gowran Park latest. Effective over 3-4m; hugely progressive last term and should build on his latest completed start.
He has won two hurdle races, a NH flat race and a chase from 2m to 4m on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. Fell at the 5th when 7-2fav in the Group 3 Goffs Thyestes Handicap Chase at Gowran Park over 3m 1f (heavy) in a Grade 3 chase won by Now Is The Hour last month on his latest outing.
Yard has won the last three runnings of this race; fell in the Thyestes Handicap Chase (Grade 3) at Gowran Park latest. Effective over 3-4m; hugely progressive last term and should build on his latest completed start.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 13 | 3 | 2 | 23.1% | |
| Chase | 8 | 1 | 1 | 12.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 3 | 3 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 19 | 4 | 3 | 21.1% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 25% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Brian Hayes | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | W P Mullins | 17 | 4 | 3 | 23.5% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Winner of five Grade 1s; 19l third in the Galmoy Hurdle (Grade 2) at Gowran Park on his most recent run. Trainer in form and effective over 3m; former Grade 1 winner running into form after a lay-off but needs to prove he is as good as he was. Should be competitive at this level.
Has won two hurdle races, two NH flat races, six chases and a point-to-point from 1m 7f to 3m 1f on ground varying from good to soft to soft - heavy. Third of 6 behind Home By The Lee beaten 19l at 11-2 on his latest outing in a Grade 2 hurdle race in the Group 2 John Mulhern Galmoy Hurdle at Gowran Park over 2m 7f (heavy) last month.
Winner of five Grade 1s; 19l third in the Galmoy Hurdle (Grade 2) at Gowran Park on his most recent run. Trainer in form and effective over 3m; former Grade 1 winner running into form after a lay-off but needs to prove he is as good as he was. Should be competitive at this level.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 14 | 8 | 3 | 57.1% | |
| Chase | 11 | 6 | 3 | 54.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 6 | 3 | 60% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 11 | 5 | 3 | 45.5% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jordan Gainford | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% |
| T | G Elliott | 16 | 10 | 3 | 62.5% |
Yard has won the last three runnings of this race; well beaten in the Paddy Power Irish Gold Cup (Grade 1) at Leopardstown latest. Effective up to 4m2f and has shown he retains all of his ability; the National is likely the target but Grade 1 winner is a class angle here.
Winner of two hurdle races, a NH flat race, two chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on soft and yielding ground, but last win was over two years ago. Well beaten at 25-1 when eighth of 12 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase in the Group 1 Paddy Power Irish Gold Cup at Leopardstown over 3m (soft).
Yard has won the last three runnings of this race; well beaten in the Paddy Power Irish Gold Cup (Grade 1) at Leopardstown latest. Effective up to 4m2f and has shown he retains all of his ability; the National is likely the target but Grade 1 winner is a class angle here.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 15 | 4 | 2 | 26.7% | |
| Chase | 11 | 2 | 2 | 18.2% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 4 | 0 | 44.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 17 | 6 | 2 | 35.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 12 | 1 | 2 | 8.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Paul Townend | 5 | 4 | 0 | 80% |
| T | W P Mullins | 16 | 5 | 2 | 31.3% |
Pulled up in the Thyestes Handicap Chase (Grade 3) at Gowran Park latest; enjoys making it. Effective over 3-3 1/2m; out of form but does like this venue and testing ground.
Winner of two hurdle races, a NH flat race and three chases from 1m 4f to 3m 5f on ground varying from good to soft - heavy. Pulled up 2 out when 9-1 in the Group 3 Goffs Thyestes Handicap Chase at Gowran Park over 3m 1f (heavy) in a Grade 3 chase won by Now Is The Hour last month on his latest outing.
Pulled up in the Thyestes Handicap Chase (Grade 3) at Gowran Park latest; enjoys making it. Effective over 3-3 1/2m; out of form but does like this venue and testing ground.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 18 | 5 | 3 | 27.8% | |
| Chase | 14 | 3 | 3 | 21.4% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 4 | 3 | 1 | 75% |
| D | Distance | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 13 | 4 | 3 | 30.8% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 12.5% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J J Slevin | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% |
| T | T Gibney | 11 | 3 | 1 | 27.3% |
Yard has won the last three runnings of this race; unseated in the Thyestes Handicap Chase (Grade 3) at Gowran Park latest when looking the winner. Suited by decent ground and a strong stayer over 3m+; generally a solid handicapper.
He has won a hurdle race and two chases from 2m 1f to 3m 1f on ground varying from good - yielding to yielding. Unseated rider when 28-1 in the Group 3 Goffs Thyestes Handicap Chase at Gowran Park over 3m 1f (heavy) in a Grade 3 chase won by Now Is The Hour last month on his latest outing.
Yard has won the last three runnings of this race; unseated in the Thyestes Handicap Chase (Grade 3) at Gowran Park latest when looking the winner. Suited by decent ground and a strong stayer over 3m+; generally a solid handicapper.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 19 | 3 | 4 | 15.8% | |
| Chase | 14 | 2 | 2 | 14.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 12 | 1 | 2 | 8.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & P) | 6 | 2 | 1 | 33.3% |
| HG | Cheek Pieces | 6 | 2 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 10 | 1 | 2 | 10% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Danny Mullins | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | W P Mullins | 18 | 2 | 4 | 11.1% |
Game and ran to form when second, beaten 6 1/2l, in the Coral Gold Cup Handicap Chase at Newbury latest, suited by positive tactics in a race dominated from the front. Trainer in form; suited by 3m+ and his mark is probably about right. Outside claims in strong contest for level.
Winner of two hurdle races, a NH flat race and two chases from 2m to 3m 1f on ground varying from good to soft - heavy. Beaten 7l by Panic Attack when second of 24 at 25-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Newbury over 3m 2f (good to soft) in November last year.
Game and ran to form when second, beaten 6 1/2l, in the Coral Gold Cup Handicap Chase at Newbury latest, suited by positive tactics in a race dominated from the front. Trainer in form; suited by 3m+ and his mark is probably about right. Outside claims in strong contest for level.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 18 | 4 | 5 | 22.2% | |
| Chase | 11 | 2 | 4 | 18.2% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 4 | 3 | 44.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 9 | 2 | 2 | 22.2% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 10 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Kennedy | 5 | 1 | 3 | 20% |
| T | G Elliott | 19 | 5 | 5 | 26.3% |
All of these hold Grand National entries and the last two renewals have been won by horses who followed up in the big race at Aintree. Having shown signs of life over hurdles at Gowran last time, a chance is taken that GERRI COLOMBE retains enough ability to land this prize. A five-time Grade 1 winner and second in the 2024 Gold Cup, the 10-year-old missed a year through injury and will have benefited from his first completed start of the season. Jack Kennedy prefers Three Card Brag to the selection and his mount has been in fine form in handicaps, while last year's Grand National third Grangeclare West is the stable-selected from Willie Mullins' quartet.
The forecast heavy ground is a slight concern for GRANGECLARE WEST but it is notable that he is the choice of Paul Townend from the Willie Mullins battalion. The trainer often uses this a prep for the Grand National with his leading hope and this year looks no different. The Grade 1 winner gets weight from a few of his rivals and could have too much class. Gerri Colombe was certainly as good as the selection before his injury lay off winning 5 times at the top level. He hinted that he retained his ability over hurdles last time and could prove the main danger if building on that. Spanish Harlem would've won the Thyestes last time but for a last fence blunder so is also respected along with Scottish National winning stablemate Captain Cody who went off favourite for the contest at Gowran but failed to complete.
Never threatened and was poorly placed to challenge when down the field in the Paddy Power Handicap Chase (Listed) at Leopardstown most recently; off a short break; effective at 3m, acts on good to soft and good; still a maiden over fences.
Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m 1f on soft and soft - heavy ground, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 14l behind Favori De Champdou at 50-1 when 13th of 28 on his latest outing in a chase at Leopardstown over 3m (yielding) in December last year.
Never threatened and was poorly placed to challenge when down the field in the Paddy Power Handicap Chase (Listed) at Leopardstown most recently; off a short break; effective at 3m, acts on good to soft and good; still a maiden over fences.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 11 | 1 | 2 | 9.1% | |
| Chase | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 2 | 2 | 28.6% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T & V) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Visor | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Michael Kenneally | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | J C McConnell | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Pulled up in the Irish Stallion Farms Novice Handicap Chase Final (Listed) at Navan latest; returning from a long layoff; effective from 2m5f-3m, acts on soft and heavy; yet to build on his promising debut and needs more to defy this mark, though he likes the track.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 7f on heavy ground, but that win was over two years ago. Pulled up 4 out when 14-1 at Navan over 2m 7f (soft) in a chase won by Canal End in March last year on his latest outing.
Pulled up in the Irish Stallion Farms Novice Handicap Chase Final (Listed) at Navan latest; returning from a long layoff; effective from 2m5f-3m, acts on soft and heavy; yet to build on his promising debut and needs more to defy this mark, though he likes the track.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 7 | 1 | 2 | 14.3% | |
| Chase | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 1 | 2 | 14.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mike O'Connor | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | H De Bromhead | 7 | 1 | 2 | 14.3% |
Travelled strongly and went clear with ease, improving back down in trip when winning a handicap chase at Punchestown by 5 1/2l last time; effective from 2m5f-3m, acts on any ground; progressive over fences; big player if stamina holds up.
Successful in a hurdle race and a chase at 2m 5f and 2m 7f on good - yielding and soft - heavy ground. A winner at 5-1 in a chase at Punchestown over 2m 7f (soft - heavy) on his latest outing last month, beating Ney by 6l.
Travelled strongly and went clear with ease, improving back down in trip when winning a handicap chase at Punchestown by 5 1/2l last time; effective from 2m5f-3m, acts on any ground; progressive over fences; big player if stamina holds up.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 9 | 2 | 2 | 22.2% | |
| Chase | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 1 | 2 | 16.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 9 | 2 | 2 | 22.2% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mark Walsh | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Jonathan Sweeney | 9 | 2 | 2 | 22.2% |
Went clear comfortably and improved for his debut experience when winning a novice chase here by 14l last time; effective from 2m4f-3m, acts on soft and good; progressing over fences. Hurdles form suggests this test on bottomless ground could bring out more.
Successful in a hurdle race and a chase at 2m 6f and 3m on yielding ground. Won on his latest outing in a chase when 11-4fav here over 2m 6f (yielding) last month, beating Choccabloc by 14l.
Went clear comfortably and improved for his debut experience when winning a novice chase here by 14l last time; effective from 2m4f-3m, acts on soft and good; progressing over fences. Hurdles form suggests this test on bottomless ground could bring out more.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 2 | 1 | 25% | |
| Chase | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 9 | 2 | 2 | 22.2% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Danny Gilligan | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| T | R O'Sullivan | 8 | 2 | 1 | 25% |
Went clear with ease and improved from his debut up in trip, jumping much better when winning a handicap chase at Navan by 22l last time; effective at 3m, suited by testing ground; an unexposed chaser who could remain ahead of his mark.
He has won a hurdle race, a chase and a point-to-point from 3m to 3m 1f on heavy ground. A winner at 14-1 in a chase at Navan over 3m (heavy) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Promontory by 22l.
Went clear with ease and improved from his debut up in trip, jumping much better when winning a handicap chase at Navan by 22l last time; effective at 3m, suited by testing ground; an unexposed chaser who could remain ahead of his mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 2 | 1 | 25% | |
| Chase | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 2 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 9 | 3 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Darragh O'Keeffe | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| T | H De Bromhead | 8 | 2 | 1 | 25% |
Made mistakes and was made too much use of when fourth, beaten 29l, in a handicap chase at Down Royal latest; effective from 2m4f-3m, acts with cut; yet to match her hurdles form over fences.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 2f and 2m 6f on soft - heavy ground. Well beaten at 14-1 behind Lucky Lyreen when fourth of 8 on her latest outing in a chase at Down Royal over 3m (yielding - soft) last month.
Made mistakes and was made too much use of when fourth, beaten 29l, in a handicap chase at Down Royal latest; effective from 2m4f-3m, acts with cut; yet to match her hurdles form over fences.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 22 | 2 | 3 | 9.1% | |
| Chase | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 6 | 2 | 2 | 33.3% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 19 | 3 | 2 | 15.8% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 8 | 1 | 0 | 12.5% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Peter Smithers | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | J P Fahey | 37 | 4 | 5 | 10.8% |
May have wanted easier ground when comfortably held in a novice chase here last time; suited by 3m on testing ground; this mark demands more.
He has won two hurdle races and a chase from 2m 4f to 3m on ground varying from soft to heavy. Well beaten at 12-1 behind Nelson County when fifth of 9 on his latest outing in a chase here over 2m 6f (yielding) last month.
May have wanted easier ground when comfortably held in a novice chase here last time; suited by 3m on testing ground; this mark demands more.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 18 | 3 | 3 | 16.7% | |
| Chase | 8 | 1 | 0 | 12.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 14 | 2 | 3 | 14.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 19 | 3 | 3 | 15.8% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Simon Torrens | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| T | P T Foley | 19 | 3 | 3 | 15.8% |
Found the ground too testing when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Navan last time; effective at 2 1/2m, wants decent ground; yet to match his hurdle form and looks one for handicaps but conditions a worry here.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on soft - heavy ground, but that win was over two years ago. Well beaten at 28-1 behind Rokathir when fifth of 17 on his latest outing in a chase at Navan over 3m (heavy) earlier this month.
Found the ground too testing when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Navan last time; effective at 2 1/2m, wants decent ground; yet to match his hurdle form and looks one for handicaps but conditions a worry here.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 17 | 1 | 3 | 5.9% | |
| Chase | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 1 | 1 | 14.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 17 | 1 | 3 | 5.9% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Gilligan | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | P J Gilligan | 18 | 1 | 3 | 5.6% |
Outpaced early and needed the run when well beaten in a beginners chase at Leopardstown latest; off a short break; effective at 3m, acts on soft and good; should come on for that run.
A winner of a hurdle race at 3m on good ground. Well beaten at 80-1 behind Koktail Divin when eighth of 9 on his latest outing in a chase at Leopardstown over 2m 5f (yielding) in December last year.
Outpaced early and needed the run when well beaten in a beginners chase at Leopardstown latest; off a short break; effective at 3m, acts on soft and good; should come on for that run.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 12 | 1 | 5 | 8.3% | |
| Chase | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 0 | 4 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & B) | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| HG | Blinkers | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Eoin Staples | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | P Nolan | 13 | 1 | 5 | 7.7% |
Outpaced but improved from his debut, though he looked in need of a stiffer test when 22l third in a beginners chase here most recently; effective from 2m-2m4f, acts on any ground; may do better when handicapping over further.
Successful in a hurdle race and a point-to-point at 2m 3f and 3m on soft and heavy ground. Third of 11 behind I Am Lorenzo beaten 22l at 22-1 on his latest outing in a chase here over 2m (soft) last month.
Outpaced but improved from his debut, though he looked in need of a stiffer test when 22l third in a beginners chase here most recently; effective from 2m-2m4f, acts on any ground; may do better when handicapping over further.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 1 | 2 | 12.5% | |
| Chase | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 8 | 2 | 1 | 25% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J J Slevin | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | S Neville | 9 | 1 | 2 | 11.1% |
Three of these were easy winners last time out and it will be a surprise if one of the trio doesn't emerge victorious. NELSON COUNTY, a winning three-miler over hurdles, made short work of his rivals at this venue last month on just his second start over fences. From the family of Irish Grand National winner Our Duke, he may improve for this step up in trip and more testing ground is unlikely to be a negative for him. On his first completed start over fences, Rokathir came home clear over 3m at Navan and looks a leading player despite a 15lb rise in his rating, while ready Punchestown winner Showurappreciation is another for the shortlist.
ROKATHIR looks the obvious choice here after an impressive chase victory last time where he never came off the bridle. He may be unbeaten in this discipline if not for a late fall on his chase debut and he can defy a 15lb rise with conditions in his favour. Showurappreciation was another easy winner last time and looks a big player despite a 10lb rise. He's also proven on heavy ground but he is yet to convince with his stamina for 3m or further. Nelson County didn't beat all that much at this venue last time but he had plenty in hand and his hurdles form suggests he'll relish this extra distance. He should also be thereabouts at the finish on his handicap debut.
Never travelled and possibly did not handle the track and ground, which may have been on the quick side, when down the field in a beginners chase at Down Royal last time; effective up to 3m, acts well with cut and was in fair form prior to that. Conditions will be ideal judged on hurdle form and opening mark looks lenient.
A winner of a hurdle race at 3m on soft - heavy ground. Well beaten at 14-1 behind Slanagaibhgoleir when 9th of 12 on his latest outing in a chase at Down Royal over 2m 5f (good - yielding) in December last year.
Never travelled and possibly did not handle the track and ground, which may have been on the quick side, when down the field in a beginners chase at Down Royal last time; effective up to 3m, acts well with cut and was in fair form prior to that. Conditions will be ideal judged on hurdle form and opening mark looks lenient.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 12 | 1 | 1 | 8.3% | |
| Chase | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 1 | 1 | 14.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Patrick M O'Brien | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | W Durkan | 13 | 1 | 1 | 7.7% |
Didn't stay on ground more testing than ideal when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Navan last time; tongue-tie fitted for the first time and returns from a short break; effective over 2 1/2-3m and suited by positive handling and a sound surface.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 4f and 3m on yielding ground, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 18l behind The Lovely Man when fifth of 12 at 17-2 on his latest outing in a chase at Navan over 3m (soft - heavy) in December last year.
Didn't stay on ground more testing than ideal when comfortably held in a handicap chase at Navan last time; tongue-tie fitted for the first time and returns from a short break; effective over 2 1/2-3m and suited by positive handling and a sound surface.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 25 | 2 | 7 | 8% | |
| Chase | 11 | 0 | 5 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T & B) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| HG | Blinkers | 15 | 0 | 7 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 15 | 1 | 5 | 6.7% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Phillip Enright | 14 | 2 | 4 | 14.3% |
| T | A Slattery | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Put up a modest effort when beaten 6l in the Challenge Race at Punchestown last time; effective around 2m4f but others look better equipped for this test.
Unplaced in all ten starts. Well beaten at 250-1 behind Intense Approach when 15th of 16 on her latest NH outing in a chase at Galway over 2m 6f (good) in August last year.
Put up a modest effort when beaten 6l in the Challenge Race at Punchestown last time; effective around 2m4f but others look better equipped for this test.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Chase | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Danny Gilligan | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | P J Gilligan | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Ran to his current level when down the field in a handicap chase at Limerick last time; returns from a short break; effective up to 3m and acts on heavy ground; now down in the weights but his form has been in and out of late.
He has won two chases and two point-to-points at 3m on soft and heavy ground, but last win was over two years ago. Well beaten at 20-1 behind Krabat when 9th of 12 on his latest outing in a chase at Limerick over 2m 6f (soft - heavy) in December last year.
Ran to his current level when down the field in a handicap chase at Limerick last time; returns from a short break; effective up to 3m and acts on heavy ground; now down in the weights but his form has been in and out of late.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 25 | 2 | 3 | 8% | |
| Chase | 24 | 2 | 3 | 8.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 18 | 4 | 4 | 22.2% |
| G | Similar Going | 13 | 2 | 2 | 15.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 17 | 2 | 2 | 11.8% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Brian Hayes | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | William P Murphy | 32 | 4 | 6 | 12.5% |
Pulled up in a handicap chase at Navan last time; effective over 2 1/2-3m and suited by cut in the ground; should come on for that latest run.
A winner of a hurdle race at 3m on heavy ground, but that win was over two years ago. Pulled up 2 out when 14-1 at Navan over 3m (heavy) in a chase won by Rokathir earlier this month on his latest outing.
Pulled up in a handicap chase at Navan last time; effective over 2 1/2-3m and suited by cut in the ground; should come on for that latest run.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 14 | 1 | 4 | 7.1% | |
| Chase | 6 | 0 | 4 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| C | Course | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
| D | Distance | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 1 | 2 | 12.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 14 | 1 | 4 | 7.1% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Ben Harvey | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | K Thornton | 14 | 1 | 4 | 7.1% |
Again a bit below his best when well beaten in a handicap chase at Limerick last time; off a short break; effective from 2m4f to 3m2f and suited by plenty of cut; needs to find more on this third run back.
A winner of a chase at 3m 1f on soft ground, but that win was over two years ago. Well beaten at 9-1 behind Krabat when seventh of 12 on his latest outing in a chase at Limerick over 2m 6f (soft - heavy) in December last year.
Again a bit below his best when well beaten in a handicap chase at Limerick last time; off a short break; effective from 2m4f to 3m2f and suited by plenty of cut; needs to find more on this third run back.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 18 | 1 | 7 | 5.6% | |
| Chase | 18 | 1 | 7 | 5.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 16 | 1 | 7 | 6.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 20 | 1 | 9 | 5% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 11 | 0 | 5 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Darragh O'Keeffe | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Miss O'Shea | 18 | 1 | 7 | 5.6% |
Had every chance but was below form when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Punchestown last time; wants 3m+ and acts on soft; a staying chaser who has been struggling over hurdles of late.
Successful in two chases at 3m and 3m 2f on soft ground. Well beaten at 10-3fav behind Nettuno Italia when 9th of 13 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Punchestown over 2m 7f (heavy) last month.
Had every chance but was below form when down the field in a handicap hurdle at Punchestown last time; wants 3m+ and acts on soft; a staying chaser who has been struggling over hurdles of late.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 17 | 2 | 1 | 11.8% | |
| Chase | 7 | 2 | 0 | 28.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 12 | 2 | 1 | 16.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 17 | 2 | 1 | 11.8% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Peter Smithers | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | P Roche | 17 | 2 | 1 | 11.8% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Did it easily and built on a recent revival when landing a handicap by 9l off a 9lb lower mark at Thurles last time; effective from 2-3m, acts on heavy and good ground; back in form and may have a bit more to offer now he has his head in front switched to fences.
A winner at 5-1 in a hurdle race at Thurles over 2m 7f (soft) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Milanaway by 9l.
Did it easily and built on a recent revival when landing a handicap by 9l off a 9lb lower mark at Thurles last time; effective from 2-3m, acts on heavy and good ground; back in form and may have a bit more to offer now he has his head in front switched to fences.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 12 | 1 | 2 | 8.3% | |
| Chase | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | James Smith | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| T | Matthew J Smith | 14 | 1 | 2 | 7.1% |
Well held by less exposed rivals when comfortably beaten in a handicap chase at Down Royal last time; effective around 2m6f and acts on good ground; probably flattered by his hunter form.
He has won two chases and a point-to-point from 2m 7f to 3m on good - yielding and soft ground, but last win was over two years ago. Well beaten at 10-1 when fifth of 8 on his latest outing in a chase at Down Royal over 3m (yielding - soft) last month.
Well held by less exposed rivals when comfortably beaten in a handicap chase at Down Royal last time; effective around 2m6f and acts on good ground; probably flattered by his hunter form.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 13 | 2 | 0 | 15.4% | |
| Chase | 12 | 2 | 0 | 16.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 7 | 2 | 0 | 28.6% |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 8 | 1 | 0 | 12.5% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Conor Stone-Walsh | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | N C Kelly | 9 | 1 | 0 | 11.1% |
Ran to his best when tried in blinkers, beaten 1 1/4l off a 2lb lower mark at Limerick last time; returns from a short break; effective from 2m4f-3m and best with cut; inconsistent but has a chance if building on that effort; strike rate is a concern.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 1f on heavy ground, but that win was over five years ago. Beaten 1 1/4l by Krabat when second of 12 at 10-3fav on his latest outing in a chase at Limerick over 2m 6f (soft - heavy) in December last year.
Ran to his best when tried in blinkers, beaten 1 1/4l off a 2lb lower mark at Limerick last time; returns from a short break; effective from 2m4f-3m and best with cut; inconsistent but has a chance if building on that effort; strike rate is a concern.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 24 | 1 | 10 | 4.2% | |
| Chase | 10 | 0 | 3 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 6 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 11 | 1 | 5 | 9.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & B) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| HG | Blinkers | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 11 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Calum Hogan | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| T | E McNamara | 14 | 0 | 5 | 0% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Pulled up in a handicap chase at Punchestown last time; effective over 2 1/2m and acts on any ground; inconsistent since a lay-off and her jumping has been an issue.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m and 2m 4f on soft and soft - heavy ground. Pulled up 2 out when 8-1 at Punchestown over 2m 3f (soft) in a chase won by Diamond Dollar last month on her latest outing.
Pulled up in a handicap chase at Punchestown last time; effective over 2 1/2m and acts on any ground; inconsistent since a lay-off and her jumping has been an issue.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 17 | 2 | 3 | 11.8% | |
| Chase | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 11 | 2 | 2 | 18.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 17 | 2 | 3 | 11.8% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 13 | 1 | 3 | 7.7% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Eoin Staples | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | T Mullins | 17 | 2 | 3 | 11.8% |
Outpaced and below form but did see out the trip well when fourth, beaten 26l, in a handicap chase at Navan last time; effective over 2 1/2-3m and acts on any ground; very well treated on old form but inconsistent of late.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 5f and 3m on good and good to soft ground. Well beaten at 8-1 behind Brown Boots when fourth of 12 on his latest outing in a chase at Navan over 3m (soft - heavy) last month.
Outpaced and below form but did see out the trip well when fourth, beaten 26l, in a handicap chase at Navan last time; effective over 2 1/2-3m and acts on any ground; very well treated on old form but inconsistent of late.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 28 | 2 | 6 | 7.1% | |
| Chase | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 8 | 1 | 0 | 12.5% |
| G | Similar Going | 17 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 23 | 1 | 4 | 4.4% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Ricky Doyle | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | Mrs D Foster | 13 | 1 | 2 | 7.7% |
Made mistakes but ran to form and had too much to do at a sharp track when beaten 8l in a handicap chase at Tramore last time; tongue-tie fitted for the first time and returns from a short break; effective over 2 1/2m and acts with cut.
Yet to place in eight starts. Finished 8l behind Bigbraveboy when fifth of 14 at 9-2 on his latest outing in a chase at Tramore over 2m 5f (soft) in November last year. He is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time.
Made mistakes but ran to form and had too much to do at a sharp track when beaten 8l in a handicap chase at Tramore last time; tongue-tie fitted for the first time and returns from a short break; effective over 2 1/2m and acts with cut.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Chase | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Similar Going | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Simon Torrens | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | R Tyner | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Improved for the step up in trip when second, beaten 6l, in a handicap chase at Navan last time; effective over 2 1/2-3m and improving over fences at a lowly level.
Placed in two chases and a point-to-point from 12 starts. Beaten 6l by Brown Boots when second of 12 at 13-2 on his latest outing in a chase at Navan over 3m (soft - heavy) last month.
Improved for the step up in trip when second, beaten 6l, in a handicap chase at Navan last time; effective over 2 1/2-3m and improving over fences at a lowly level.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 10 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Chase | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 10 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Michael Kenneally | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | S Neville | 10 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
Improved on recent form under a positive ride when a 9l third in a handicap hurdle here last time; effective from 2-2 1/2m but has yet to prove he is up to this mark.
Placed in a hurdle race from six starts. Third of 16 behind Kanog Bay beaten 9l at 5-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race here over 2m 4f (soft) last month. Runs from 2lb out of handicap.
Improved on recent form under a positive ride when a 9l third in a handicap hurdle here last time; effective from 2-2 1/2m but has yet to prove he is up to this mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Chase | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Daniel King | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | K Thornton | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
A low weight will be an advantage in the conditions for NOTIMELIKEDPRESENT, who shaped with some promise in his first handicap chase at Tramore. He kept on without landing a blow on that occasion and this extra two furlongs, along with the addition of a tongue-tie, might produce an improved performance. Duce Bigalow was clear of the remainder when runner-up over 3m at Navan and has a top conditional on board. Aines Lad has improved over timber lately and runs off his revised hurdles rating on this chase debut. One Horse Army won over a longer trip here last year and showed a bit of spark over hurdles two starts back.
Aine's Lad is likely to be popular on his chase debut following an impressive hurdles victory last time. A 9lb rise looks fair and 3m on testing ground are his optimum conditions. However top weight JERK catches the eye as potentially very well treated. His latest run is best ignored as he didn't handle the track and the ground was far too quick for him but he shaped with plenty of promise on his reappearance before that. Given his best hurdles form came over 3m on easy ground further improvement can be expected now handicapping and he looks worth chancing. Decimation is another who likes plenty of give in the ground and though he's ultimately proven frustrating he's returned to form on his last couple of starts and can fight for a place.
Fell in a maiden point before race developed at Farmaclaffley latest and now returns from a long layoff. The yard can get bumper winners and the market can guide.
Fell when 12-1fav at Farmacaffley over 3m in a point-to-point race won by Bally Free in February last year on his racecourse debut. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with William Harvey.
Fell in a maiden point before race developed at Farmaclaffley latest and now returns from a long layoff. The yard can get bumper winners and the market can guide.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| NH Flat | 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) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr F R Buckley | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | J C McConnell | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
The yard has won 4 of the last 10 runnings of this race. Very promising on debut when second, beaten 3/4l in a bumper here, just out-battled late by a more experienced rival; effective over 2m, acts on yielding and is a point winner with more to come under rules.
A winner of a point-to-point at 3m on good to soft ground. Beaten 3/4l by The Wager when second of 9 at 4-1 on his latest outing in a NH flat race here over 2m (yielding) last month.
The yard has won 4 of the last 10 runnings of this race. Very promising on debut when second, beaten 3/4l in a bumper here, just out-battled late by a more experienced rival; effective over 2m, acts on yielding and is a point winner with more to come under rules.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| NH Flat | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 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 | Mr H C Swan | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | G Elliott | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
The yard won this race last year. A very promising debut runner-up, beaten 1/2l in a bumper here on his only start; returning from a long layoff, effective over 2m and acts on soft, with that form since franked in a Grade 3 over hurdles, and a player if fit.
Beaten 1/2l by I'm Slippy when second of 17 at 16-1 on his racecourse debut here over 2m (soft - heavy) in April last year. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with S R Crawford in Ireland.
The yard won this race last year. A very promising debut runner-up, beaten 1/2l in a bumper here on his only start; returning from a long layoff, effective over 2m and acts on soft, with that form since franked in a Grade 3 over hurdles, and a player if fit.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| NH Flat | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 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 | Mr P W Mullins | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | W P Mullins | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Mildly promising on debut when well beaten in a bumper at Navan on his only start. Effective over 2m and acts on soft; that debut form looks strong and he could progress a little.
Finished 19l behind The Irish Avatar when fifth of 8 at 33-1 on his racecourse debut at Navan over 2m (soft - heavy) last month.
Mildly promising on debut when well beaten in a bumper at Navan on his only start. Effective over 2m and acts on soft; that debut form looks strong and he could progress a little.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| NH Flat | 1 | 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) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr Alan O'Sullivan | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | M Rice | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
El Salvador gelding; half-brother to Sequestered, who was smart at 21f. Faces a tough enough task on debut with rivals setting a high standard.
Half-brother to Sequestered, won twice over hurdles at 2m 5f and in a chase at 3m.
El Salvador gelding; half-brother to Sequestered, who was smart at 21f. Faces a tough enough task on debut with rivals setting a high standard.
A 45,000-euro purchase at three, LOOK ME handled testing conditions well when narrowly beaten in a valuable sales bumper here last April. The form of that race has taken a few knocks in the interim but the five-year-old, by the same sire as Kargese, is still taken to make a winning start for Willie Mullins having been in the care of Stuart Crawford last term. Point-to-point winner Detroit Maverick was second to a Mullins inmate on Rules debut here last month and is the obvious danger, but the champion trainer will have had a guide as to what is required to defeat that rival. A fair fifth at Navan, Thenavvybank may prove best of the rest.
Though LOOK ME has a long absence to overcome he sets the standard on ratings and his fitness is taken on trust given his top stable. His debut runner up effort at this venue has been boosted in a Grade 3 over hurdles and his point victory suggests he should have more to offer. Another point winner Detroit Maverick was only out-battled late by a more experienced rival here on his rules debut and he looks the obvious danger with improvement expected for a leading yard. Thenavvybank was far from disgraced in what looked a hot contest first time out and a repeat of that could see him complete the tricast.
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