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Wind: 6.7 mph SW
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Below her Graded level back hurdling after a Flat spell when second, beaten 1/2l, in a maiden hurdle at Limerick last time. Effective at 2m-2m4f; a classy maiden who may be well treated on this handicap debut.
Placed in three hurdle races from four NH starts. Beaten 1/2l by Changeyourstars when second of 18 at 6-4fav on her latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Limerick over 2m 4f (heavy) in December last year.
Below her Graded level back hurdling after a Flat spell when second, beaten 1/2l, in a maiden hurdle at Limerick last time. Effective at 2m-2m4f; a classy maiden who may be well treated on this handicap debut.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 1 | 3 | 16.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 15 | 1 | 7 | 6.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 10 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J J Slevin | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| T | J P O'Brien | 15 | 1 | 7 | 6.7% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Ran to form and did best of those up with the pace when second, beaten 4 1/2l, in a handicap hurdle at Limerick last time. Effective at 2m4f-2m6f; consistent, with a fair chance now wearing a visor for the first time.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 1f on good ground. Beaten 4 1/2l by Cousin Kate when second of 12 at 11-2 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Limerick over 2m 4f (heavy) in December last year. She is wearing a visor for the first time.
Ran to form and did best of those up with the pace when second, beaten 4 1/2l, in a handicap hurdle at Limerick last time. Effective at 2m4f-2m6f; consistent, with a fair chance now wearing a visor for the first time.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 1 | 4 | 12.5% | |
| Hurdle | 8 | 1 | 4 | 12.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (V only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Peter Smithers | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| T | J P O'Brien | 15 | 1 | 6 | 6.7% |
Needed the run when finishing down the field in the Listed Premier Handicap Hurdle here last time. Had been in good form beforehand; best around 2m4f and generally consistent, if sometimes a touch frustrating.
Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m and 2m 4f on good and soft ground. Well beaten at 6-1jt-fav behind Champagne Kid when 11th of 16 on her latest outing in a hurdle race here over 2m 4f (good - yielding) in December last year.
Needed the run when finishing down the field in the Listed Premier Handicap Hurdle here last time. Had been in good form beforehand; best around 2m4f and generally consistent, if sometimes a touch frustrating.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 1 | 3 | 12.5% | |
| Hurdle | 8 | 1 | 3 | 12.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 9 | 2 | 3 | 22.2% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr D McGill | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | N Meade | 9 | 2 | 3 | 22.2% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Had every chance and ran to form when doing plenty early before being beaten 3l off a 3lb lower mark at Cheltenham last time. Effective at 2m-2m4f; consistent and looks well treated on her spring form.
She has won two hurdle races and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on good and good to soft ground. Beaten 2 3/4l by Nurse Susan when second of 9 at 85-40fav on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Cheltenham over 2m 4f (good to soft) in December last year.
Had every chance and ran to form when doing plenty early before being beaten 3l off a 3lb lower mark at Cheltenham last time. Effective at 2m-2m4f; consistent and looks well treated on her spring form.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 6 | 2 | 3 | 33.3% | |
| Hurdle | 6 | 2 | 3 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 9 | 3 | 5 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J J Burke | 7 | 2 | 4 | 28.6% |
| T | F O'Brien | 8 | 2 | 5 | 25% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Improved again when going clear with ease to land a handicap by 6l off a 10lb lower mark at Cork last time. Effective at 2m-2m4f and arrives progressive, holding a leading chance in this.
She has won three hurdle races from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from yielding to yielding - soft. Won on her latest outing in a hurdle race when 11-10fav at Cork over 2m 4f (yielding - soft) last month, beating Catchabird by 6l.
Improved again when going clear with ease to land a handicap by 6l off a 10lb lower mark at Cork last time. Effective at 2m-2m4f and arrives progressive, holding a leading chance in this.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 7 | 3 | 2 | 42.9% | |
| Hurdle | 7 | 3 | 2 | 42.9% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 7 | 3 | 2 | 42.9% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Michael Kenneally | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | D Hogan | 7 | 3 | 2 | 42.9% |
Made mistakes and was hampered when the race may have come too soon in the Grade 2 Royal Bond Novice Hurdle at Fairyhouse last time. Consistent at 2m and returns to hurdling on a fair mark.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on soft ground. Well beaten at 16-1 behind Koktail Brut when sixth of 8 on her latest outing in a Grade 2 hurdle race in the Group 2 BAR 1 Betting Royal Bond Novice Hurdle at Fairyhouse over 2m (yielding - soft) in November last year.
Made mistakes and was hampered when the race may have come too soon in the Grade 2 Royal Bond Novice Hurdle at Fairyhouse last time. Consistent at 2m and returns to hurdling on a fair mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 17 | 1 | 8 | 5.9% | |
| Hurdle | 17 | 1 | 8 | 5.9% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 14 | 2 | 5 | 14.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Eoghan Finegan | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | A McCann | 25 | 2 | 13 | 8% |
Comfortably held in the Listed Sheila Bourke Novice Hurdle at Punchestown last time on her return from a long layoff. Effective at 2m-2m4f; on a fair mark back in a handicap but the ground remains a concern.
She has won two hurdle races and a NH flat race at 2m 1f on ground varying from good to soft. Well beaten at 33-1 behind William Munny when last of 5 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Punchestown over 2m (soft) in February last year.
Comfortably held in the Listed Sheila Bourke Novice Hurdle at Punchestown last time on her return from a long layoff. Effective at 2m-2m4f; on a fair mark back in a handicap but the ground remains a concern.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 18 | 2 | 6 | 11.1% | |
| Hurdle | 18 | 2 | 6 | 11.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 21 | 3 | 6 | 14.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Danny Gilligan | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| T | G Elliott | 21 | 3 | 6 | 14.3% |
Outpaced before improving again when beaten 7l in the Listed QuinnBet Handicap Hurdle at Limerick last time. Had been in good form previously; effective at 2m1f-2m4f and the step back up in trip looks a plus.
She has won three hurdle races from 2m to 2m 2f on ground varying from good to soft - heavy. Finished 7l behind Its Bilbo when fifth of 12 at 7-1 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Limerick over 2m (soft - heavy) in December last year.
Outpaced before improving again when beaten 7l in the Listed QuinnBet Handicap Hurdle at Limerick last time. Had been in good form previously; effective at 2m1f-2m4f and the step back up in trip looks a plus.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 14 | 3 | 4 | 21.4% | |
| Hurdle | 14 | 3 | 4 | 21.4% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 14 | 3 | 4 | 21.4% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Calum Hogan | 8 | 3 | 2 | 37.5% |
| T | Eoin Seymour | 14 | 3 | 4 | 21.4% |
Ran to form when third in a maiden hurdle at Clonmel last time. Effective around 2m; consistent in a short career and looks of interest now moving into handicap company.
Placed in three hurdle races from four NH starts. Third of 17 behind Radiator Springs beaten 2 1/4l at 15-8jt-fav on her latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Clonmel over 2m 1f (heavy) last month.
Ran to form when third in a maiden hurdle at Clonmel last time. Effective around 2m; consistent in a short career and looks of interest now moving into handicap company.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S Bowen | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | J P O'Brien | 12 | 2 | 5 | 16.7% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Ran to form when second over fences at Navan last time, tried in a hood, with the trainer in form. Effective at 2m-2m4f; progressive for her new yard and can go well again back hurdling.
Winner of two hurdle races and three chases from 1m 7f to 2m 4f on ground varying from good - yielding to heavy. Beaten 3 1/2l by Battle Of Ridgeway when second of 12 at 2-1fav on her latest outing in a chase at Navan over 2m (soft - heavy) in December last year.
Ran to form when second over fences at Navan last time, tried in a hood, with the trainer in form. Effective at 2m-2m4f; progressive for her new yard and can go well again back hurdling.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 17 | 5 | 3 | 29.4% | |
| Hurdle | 8 | 2 | 1 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 1 | 1 | 14.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 16 | 5 | 2 | 31.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Brian Hayes | 14 | 5 | 3 | 35.7% |
| T | W P Mullins | 9 | 5 | 3 | 55.6% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Travelled well and did it easily when landing a handicap by 4l off a 15lb lower mark at Punchestown last time. Effective at 2m-2m4f; progressing, but her new mark demands more.
A winner at 12-1 in a hurdle race at Punchestown over 2m (yielding) on her latest outing in December last year, beating Blue Reed by 4l.
Travelled well and did it easily when landing a handicap by 4l off a 15lb lower mark at Punchestown last time. Effective at 2m-2m4f; progressing, but her new mark demands more.
| 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 | - | |
| Similar Going | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Eoin Staples | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | G P Cromwell | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
Conceded first run but finished a fair fifth back over hurdles here last time. Cheekpieces are applied for the first time and a notable jockey is booked; return to further is in her favour.
A winner of a chase at 2m 4f on yielding - soft ground. Finished 3 1/2l behind Spinola Bay when fifth of 18 at 13-2 on her latest outing in a hurdle race here over 2m (yielding) in December last year. She is wearing cheekpieces for the first time.
Conceded first run but finished a fair fifth back over hurdles here last time. Cheekpieces are applied for the first time and a notable jockey is booked; return to further is in her favour.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 12 | 1 | 3 | 8.3% | |
| Hurdle | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T & P) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Cheek Pieces | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Kennedy | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Ian Patrick Donoghue | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
Travelled well and improved up in trip when just outlasted, beaten 3/4l, off a 2lb lower mark at Gowran Park last time. Effective at 2m-2m4f; progressing and the slight drop in trip looks a plus.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 1f on good ground. Beaten 3/4l by Sign From Above when second of 7 at 3-1 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Gowran Park over 2m 4f (soft) in October last year.
Travelled well and improved up in trip when just outlasted, beaten 3/4l, off a 2lb lower mark at Gowran Park last time. Effective at 2m-2m4f; progressing and the slight drop in trip looks a plus.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 5 | 1 | 3 | 20% | |
| Hurdle | 5 | 1 | 3 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 6 | 1 | 3 | 16.7% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Simon Torrens | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% |
| T | P T Foley | 8 | 1 | 3 | 12.5% |
Ran to form when beaten 8 1/2l in a handicap hurdle here last time. Cheekpieces are tried for the first time; effective at 2m-2m4f but needs more in a competitive handicap.
A winner of a NH flat race at 2m on good ground. Beaten 9l behind The Nagger Reidy at 14-1 when seventh of 23 on her latest outing in a hurdle race here over 2m 5f (good - yielding) in December last year. She is wearing cheekpieces for the first time.
Ran to form when beaten 8 1/2l in a handicap hurdle here last time. Cheekpieces are tried for the first time; effective at 2m-2m4f but needs more in a competitive handicap.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T & P) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Cheek Pieces | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Donagh Meyler | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| T | Mrs J Harrington | 10 | 1 | 5 | 10% |
Improved when ridden to pick up the pieces, finishing second beaten 11l in the Grade 2 Juvenile Hurdle here last time. Effective at 2m and appeals more than most on her handicap debut.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on soft - heavy ground. Beaten 11l by Narciso Has when second of 10 at 33-1 on her latest outing in a Grade 2 hurdle race here over 2m (yielding) in December last year.
Improved when ridden to pick up the pieces, finishing second beaten 11l in the Grade 2 Juvenile Hurdle here last time. Effective at 2m and appeals more than most on her handicap debut.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% | |
| Hurdle | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 8 | 1 | 3 | 12.5% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Darragh O'Keeffe | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | T M Walsh | 17 | 1 | 5 | 5.9% |
Made mistakes when recording another poor handicap run, well beaten in a handicap hurdle here last time. Effective at 2m-2m4f, but her current mark looks on the stiff side.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 4f on good ground. Beaten 11l behind Walks In June at 28-1 when eighth of 9 on her latest outing in a hurdle race here over 2m 4f (good - yielding) in December last year.
Made mistakes when recording another poor handicap run, well beaten in a handicap hurdle here last time. Effective at 2m-2m4f, but her current mark looks on the stiff side.
| 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 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Similar Going | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (H only) | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Conor Stone-Walsh | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | P Nolan | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% |
Improved and found plenty under a positive ride when landing a handicap by 3 1/2l off a 6lb lower mark at Limerick last time. Effective at 2m-3m; more needed up in grade but arrives in form.
She has won three hurdle races and a point-to-point from 2m 2f to 3m on ground varying from good to soft - heavy. Won on her latest outing in a hurdle race when 3-1fav at Limerick over 2m 3f (soft - heavy) in December last year, beating Hakensack by 3 1/2l.
Improved and found plenty under a positive ride when landing a handicap by 3 1/2l off a 6lb lower mark at Limerick last time. Effective at 2m-3m; more needed up in grade but arrives in form.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 28 | 3 | 12 | 10.7% | |
| Hurdle | 23 | 3 | 9 | 13% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 1 | 2 | 12.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 34 | 4 | 12 | 11.8% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Patrick M O'Brien | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| T | Eamonn Francis Gallagher | 29 | 3 | 12 | 10.3% |
May not have stayed when stepping up in trip and finishing down the field in a handicap hurdle at Punchestown last time. Effective at 2m-2m4f; inconsistent overall.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 1f on good ground. Well beaten at 12-1 behind Powerful when 14th of 15 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Punchestown over 2m 5f (soft - heavy) last month. Runs from 1lb out of handicap.
May not have stayed when stepping up in trip and finishing down the field in a handicap hurdle at Punchestown last time. Effective at 2m-2m4f; inconsistent overall.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 21 | 1 | 3 | 4.8% | |
| Hurdle | 21 | 1 | 3 | 4.8% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 19 | 0 | 3 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 12 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Sean Cleary-Farrell | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | T Mullins | 19 | 1 | 2 | 5.3% |
Travelled well but tired late when well beaten in the Listed QuinnBet Handicap Hurdle at Limerick last time. Effective at 2m-2m2f; her run style requires luck but she is in form on a fair mark.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on soft ground. Beaten 14l behind Its Bilbo at 14-1 when seventh of 12 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Limerick over 2m (soft - heavy) in December last year. Runs from 2lb out of handicap.
Travelled well but tired late when well beaten in the Listed QuinnBet Handicap Hurdle at Limerick last time. Effective at 2m-2m2f; her run style requires luck but she is in form on a fair mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 9 | 1 | 3 | 11.1% | |
| Hurdle | 9 | 1 | 3 | 11.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 9 | 1 | 3 | 11.1% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Josh Williamson | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | P J Rothwell | 9 | 1 | 3 | 11.1% |
CARRIED WITH LOVE has a nice turn around at the weights here with the progressive Cousin Kate. She chased her home at Limerick over Christmas and Denis Hogan's charge went on to follow up in fine style at Cork last month. Cousin Kate has gone up 18lb as a result while Carried With Love runs off a 2lb higher mark than last time. True Testimony ran well in a competitive event here over Christmas and, off just 1lb higher, she could play a big part in against her own sex now. May Call You Back has been in fine form but may be on a high-enough mark in deeper waters.
A wide-open handicap, as the field size suggests, and there's a good handful who warrant serious consideration. Top of the list is handicap debutante SHODA, who finished third behind the smart-looking Ballyfad in a 2m maiden hurdle at the course over Christmas. That form has been boosted, with the runner-up an impressive winner since, and Shoda's subsequent Clonmel third, when ridden with an eye on handicaps, has been boosted as well with a subsequent win for the fifth. Stablemate Galileo Dame is seriously considered also on her handicap debut. Grade 1-placed as a juvenile, she wasn't quite at that level back hurdling last time but has been given a chance by the handicapper and the slight drop in trip looks a plus. Cousin Kate, who won twice in the space of nine days over the festive holiday period and has the assistance of a smart rider claiming 7lb, British runner Siog Geal, who looks nicely treated but has a slight ground concern, and the juvenile Adrienne are all of interest also.
Winner of three Grade 1s and from a yard successful in the last two renewals. Had little more than a schooling session when landing the Faugheen Novice Chase at Limerick by 8l last time. Effective around 2m4f and handles heavy and good to soft ground.
Winner of three hurdle races, two chases and a point-to-point from 2m 5f to 3m on ground varying from soft to soft - heavy. Won on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase when 1-3fav in the Group 1 Guinness 00 Faugheen Novice Chase at Limerick over 2m 5f (soft - heavy) in December last year, beating Gold Dancer by 8l.
Winner of three Grade 1s and from a yard successful in the last two renewals. Had little more than a schooling session when landing the Faugheen Novice Chase at Limerick by 8l last time. Effective around 2m4f and handles heavy and good to soft ground.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 6 | 5 | 1 | 83.3% | |
| Chase | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 5 | 4 | 1 | 80% |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 5 | 1 | 83.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 7 | 6 | 1 | 85.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 75% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Paul Townend | 4 | 3 | 1 | 75% |
| T | W P Mullins | 6 | 5 | 1 | 83.3% |
From a yard that has won the last two runnings but well below form when fourth, beaten 43l, in the Faugheen Novice Chase at Limerick last time. Effective around 2m4f but does not want ground too testing and is hard to see winning after that flat effort.
He has won two hurdle races and a chase from 2m to 2m 6f on ground varying from good to soft to yielding - soft. Well beaten at 11-4 behind Final Demand when last of 4 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase in the Group 1 Guinness 00 Faugheen Novice Chase at Limerick over 2m 5f (soft - heavy) in December last year.
From a yard that has won the last two runnings but well below form when fourth, beaten 43l, in the Faugheen Novice Chase at Limerick last time. Effective around 2m4f but does not want ground too testing and is hard to see winning after that flat effort.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 3 | 2 | 37.5% | |
| Chase | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 3 | 3 | 30% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 10 | 3 | 3 | 30% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr P W Mullins | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | W P Mullins | 8 | 3 | 2 | 37.5% |
Travelled well before improving when winning a beginners' chase at Fairyhouse by 10l last time. Effective around 2m4f and handles cut. A big, strong sort with more to come over fences who could give his stablemate a race.
He has won two hurdle races and a chase from 2m 3f to 2m 6f on yielding ground. Won on his latest outing in a chase when 5-6fav at Fairyhouse over 2m 6f (yielding) last month, beating Wingmen by 10l.
Travelled well before improving when winning a beginners' chase at Fairyhouse by 10l last time. Effective around 2m4f and handles cut. A big, strong sort with more to come over fences who could give his stablemate a race.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 3 | 1 | 37.5% | |
| Chase | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 3 | 1 | 42.9% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mark Walsh | 4 | 3 | 0 | 75% |
| T | W P Mullins | 7 | 3 | 1 | 42.9% |
Improved to get off the mark when switched to handicaps, winning a handicap chase at Thurles by 14l last time. Effective over 2m4f–3m and handles soft and good ground, but this represents a significant step up in class.
He has won two hurdle races and a chase from 2m 6f to 3m on ground varying from good to yielding. Won on his latest outing in a chase when 11-4fav at Thurles over 2m 6f (yielding) in December last year, beating Mount Frisco by 14l.
Improved to get off the mark when switched to handicaps, winning a handicap chase at Thurles by 14l last time. Effective over 2m4f–3m and handles soft and good ground, but this represents a significant step up in class.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 11 | 3 | 2 | 27.3% | |
| Chase | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 2 | 2 | 22.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 13 | 3 | 4 | 23.1% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Philip Donovan | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | Jonathan Sweeney | 11 | 3 | 2 | 27.3% |
Ran to current form when upped in grade, finishing 5 1/4l third in the BetVictor Champion Chase at Down Royal last time. Effective over 2m4f–3m, but the ground looks too deep here and he faces a stiff task against the favourite.
Winner of two hurdle races and four chases from 2m to 2m 7f on ground varying from good to yielding - soft. Third of 5 behind Envoi Allen beaten 5l at 9-4 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase in the Group 1 BetVictor Champion Chase at Down Royal over 3m (good - yielding) in November last year.
Ran to current form when upped in grade, finishing 5 1/4l third in the BetVictor Champion Chase at Down Royal last time. Effective over 2m4f–3m, but the ground looks too deep here and he faces a stiff task against the favourite.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 17 | 6 | 2 | 35.3% | |
| Chase | 10 | 4 | 2 | 40% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 17 | 4 | 3 | 23.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 19 | 6 | 3 | 31.6% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Kennedy | 5 | 1 | 0 | 20% |
| T | G Elliott | 19 | 6 | 3 | 31.6% |
FINAL DEMAND is going to be a short price here and looks hard to oppose. The Walk In The Park gelding met with his only defeat when a fine third to The New Lion at Cheltenham last March and has been very impressive in his two outings over fences, including in Grade 1 company at Limerick last time. The experienced Western Fold could be the one to give him most to do. The Galway Plate winner was a solid third to Envoi Allen when last seen at Down Royal in November and is rated only 1lb below the selection. Kaid D'authie won well at Fairyhouse last time and should reach the frame.
This is his sternest test so far over fences, but that might bring out the best in FINAL DEMAND, who almost looked bored when making all in the Grade 1 at Limerick over Christmas. He handles deep ground and is expected to maintain his unbeaten chase record before heading to Cheltenham for the Brown Advisory, a race for which he's already a red-hot favourite. Stablemate Kaid D'Authie is no mug and has the potential to be a Grade 1-winning novice himself. He's a big sort capable of significant further progress and can follow the favourite home, with Western Fold third on the list despite ground concerns.
Impressive on hurdles debut when winning a maiden here by 9 1/2l last time. Effective around 2m and looked a classy performer on that first run over hurdles, making him worthy of this step up in grade.
He has won a hurdle race, two NH flat races and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on yielding and soft - heavy ground. A winner at 7-4 in a maiden hurdle race over this course and distance (yielding) on his latest outing in December last year, beating Leader D'allier by 10l.
Impressive on hurdles debut when winning a maiden here by 9 1/2l last time. Effective around 2m and looked a classy performer on that first run over hurdles, making him worthy of this step up in grade.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| Hurdle | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 4 | 0 | 100% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Kennedy | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | G Elliott | 3 | 3 | 0 | 100% |
Had every chance and improved again up in grade when second, beaten a head, in the Royal Bond Novice Hurdle at Fairyhouse last time. Effective at 2m but likely vulnerable in this stronger contest.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 1f on yielding ground. Beaten a head by Koktail Brut when second of 8 at 8-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 2 hurdle race in the Group 2 BAR 1 Betting Royal Bond Novice Hurdle at Fairyhouse over 2m (yielding - soft) in November last year.
Had every chance and improved again up in grade when second, beaten a head, in the Royal Bond Novice Hurdle at Fairyhouse last time. Effective at 2m but likely vulnerable in this stronger contest.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% | |
| Hurdle | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 13 | 3 | 5 | 23.1% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Donagh Meyler | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% |
| T | N Meade | 4 | 1 | 3 | 25% |
Bit keen but went clear with ease when improving again to win a novice hurdle at Listowel by 4l last time. Suited by 2m and very well bred, though conditions are a concern.
He has won two hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m to 2m 1f on good and yielding ground. Won on his latest outing in a hurdle race when 1-2fav at Listowel over 2m (yielding) in September last year, beating Arch Empire by 4l.
Bit keen but went clear with ease when improving again to win a novice hurdle at Listowel by 4l last time. Suited by 2m and very well bred, though conditions are a concern.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% | |
| Hurdle | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 3 | 0 | 100% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mark Walsh | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | W P Mullins | 3 | 3 | 0 | 100% |
Yard won this last three runnings of race; travelled, scored with bit in hand on hurdles debut when winning a maiden at Limerick by 3l last time; trainer in form; effective 2m-2m3f, acts on Hy and Y; loads more to come for top connections.
A winner at 16-5 in a maiden hurdle race at Limerick over 2m (soft - heavy) on his latest outing in December last year, beating Shuttle Diplomacy by 2 3/4l.
Yard won this last three runnings of race; travelled, scored with bit in hand on hurdles debut when winning a maiden at Limerick by 3l last time; trainer in form; effective 2m-2m3f, acts on Hy and Y; loads more to come for top connections.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| Hurdle | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Paul Townend | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | W P Mullins | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
Reported to have bled when well beaten in the Future Champions Novice Hurdle here last time. Had been in good form previously, enjoys making it, and that latest run may be worth overlooking.
He has won two hurdle races, a NH flat race and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from yielding to yielding - soft. Well beaten at 4-1 when seventh of 8 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 hurdle race over this course and distance (yielding) in December last year.
Reported to have bled when well beaten in the Future Champions Novice Hurdle here last time. Had been in good form previously, enjoys making it, and that latest run may be worth overlooking.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% | |
| Hurdle | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 7 | 3 | 0 | 42.9% |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 9 | 4 | 1 | 44.4% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Danny Gilligan | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| T | G Elliott | 8 | 3 | 1 | 37.5% |
Too keen in front but still improved when fourth, beaten 11l, in the Future Champions Novice Hurdle here last time. Hood applied for the first time and French form has been franked at a high level.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on good - yielding ground. Finished 11l behind Skylight Hustle when fourth of 8 at 13-2 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 hurdle race over this course and distance (yielding) in December last year.
Too keen in front but still improved when fourth, beaten 11l, in the Future Champions Novice Hurdle here last time. Hood applied for the first time and French form has been franked at a high level.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Hurdle | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (H only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr P W Mullins | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | W P Mullins | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
Below form when stepping up in class and comfortably held in the Future Champions Novice Hurdle here last time. Had been in good form previously but faces a stiff task at this level.
He has won a hurdle race, a NH flat race and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on good - yielding and yielding ground. Well beaten at 16-1 behind Skylight Hustle when sixth of 8 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 hurdle race over this course and distance (yielding) in December last year.
Below form when stepping up in class and comfortably held in the Future Champions Novice Hurdle here last time. Had been in good form previously but faces a stiff task at this level.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| Hurdle | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Darragh O'Keeffe | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| T | H De Bromhead | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
Ran to form when getting off the mark with a 4 1/2l success in a maiden hurdle at Limerick last time. Effective at 2m but has a bit to find at this higher level.
Won on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race when 4-5fav at Limerick over 2m (heavy) in December last year, beating Laurets D'estruval by 4 1/2l.
Ran to form when getting off the mark with a 4 1/2l success in a maiden hurdle at Limerick last time. Effective at 2m but has a bit to find at this higher level.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% | |
| Hurdle | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (H only) | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Sean Flanagan | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| T | E McNamara | 5 | 1 | 3 | 20% |
Just hit the front at the last when fell in Future Champions Novice Hurdle (Grade 1) here latest; effective 2m, acts on Y and G; likely would have won a Grade 1 latest, may gain compensation.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m on good - yielding and yielding - soft ground. Fell having jumped the last when 9-2 over this course and distance (yielding) in a Grade 1 hurdle race won by Skylight Hustle in December last year on his latest outing.
Just hit the front at the last when fell in Future Champions Novice Hurdle (Grade 1) here latest; effective 2m, acts on Y and G; likely would have won a Grade 1 latest, may gain compensation.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% | |
| Hurdle | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J J Slevin | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | J P O'Brien | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
Did what was expected when winning a maiden hurdle at Cork by 5l last time. Effective at around 2m1f and a smart sort on the Flat, but this represents a much tougher assignment.
Won on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race when 4-11fav at Cork over 2m 1f (yielding - soft) last month, beating Dawn Coming by 5l.
Did what was expected when winning a maiden hurdle at Cork by 5l last time. Effective at around 2m1f and a smart sort on the Flat, but this represents a much tougher assignment.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| Hurdle | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 3 | 1 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 5 | 2 | 2 | 40% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | H Cobden | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | W P Mullins | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
Ran to form back on the Flat when fourth, beaten 6 1/4l, in a Rated Race at Dundalk last time. Effective at 2m but hard to fancy in a contest of this nature.
Finished 8l behind Murat when fourth of 22 at 33-1 on his NH debut in a maiden hurdle race over this course and distance (yielding) in December last year.
Ran to form back on the Flat when fourth, beaten 6 1/4l, in a Rated Race at Dundalk last time. Effective at 2m but hard to fancy in a contest of this nature.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| Similar Going | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 16 | 2 | 2 | 12.5% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | D G Hogan | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | D Hogan | 11 | 1 | 3 | 9.1% |
Travelled well and ran to form but did not find as much as looked likely when fourth, beaten 20l, in the Ballymore Novice Hurdle at Naas last time. Faces a stiff challenge at this level.
She has won three NH flat races at 2m on good - yielding and soft ground, also won a flat race in November last year. Finished 20l behind I'll Sort That when fourth of 10 at 20-1 on her latest outing in a Grade 1 hurdle race in the Group 1 Ballymore Novice Hurdle at Naas over 2m 4f (soft) last month.
Travelled well and ran to form but did not find as much as looked likely when fourth, beaten 20l, in the Ballymore Novice Hurdle at Naas last time. Faces a stiff challenge at this level.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| C | Course | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 11 | 3 | 6 | 27.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 2 | 5 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 16 | 4 | 8 | 25% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 7 | 1 | 4 | 14.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Daniel King | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | R O'Sullivan | 10 | 3 | 4 | 30% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
TALK THE TALK can grab some Grade 1 compensation here. The Born To Sea gelding looked set to collect at the top level here over Christmas before crashing out at the final flight. That form received a boost recently with the fifth horse, The Passing Wife, winning very impressively at Punchestown. Ballyfad was a bit of a revelation on his hurdling debut at Christmas and the runner-up Leader D'allier has also won in style recently. He looks like an obvious danger. Following the same theme, King Rasko Grey had his form boosted when Shuttle Diplomacy won at Naas last weekend and he also has to be on the shortlist.
Willie Mullins has won a remarkable nine of the last ten editions of this race, the one time he didn't in that period being in 2018 when Gordon Elliott took the race with Samcro. It was tempting to side with Elliott's Ballyfad after his impressive C&D maiden hurdle win a Christmas - that form has been nicely boosted - but the ground is going to be different and he might jus help set it up for a closer. Step forward KING RASKO GREY. He's one who has gone under the radar somewhat - he wouldn't have been on anyone's short list for a likely future Grade 1 winner coming into the season following a pair of bumper defeats last term - but the manner in which he pulled clear late when making a winning hurdles debut in a hot maiden at Limerick over Christmas was striking and Paul Townend is aboard for this first Grade 1 assignment. On better ground Davy Crockett, an unbeaten stablemate of the selection, would have been the selection. Don't rule him out, though, while Talk The Talk is sure to prove popular following his late departure, having just hit the front, in a lesser Grade 1 here at Christmas.
Winner of six G1s; needed run when 9l third in Hilly Way Chase (Grade 2) at Cork most recent run; trainer in form; effective 2m, suited by plenty of cut; dual Champion Chase winner has ground in his favour and not ruled out tried in cheekpieces.
Has won a hurdle race, a NH flat race, 11 chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to soft - heavy. Third of 5 behind Found A Fifty beaten 9l at 7-2 on his latest outing in a Grade 2 chase in the Group 2 BAR 1 Betting Hilly Way Chase at Cork over 2m 1f (soft) in December last year.
Winner of six G1s; needed run when 9l third in Hilly Way Chase (Grade 2) at Cork most recent run; trainer in form; effective 2m, suited by plenty of cut; dual Champion Chase winner has ground in his favour and not ruled out tried in cheekpieces.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 18 | 12 | 0 | 66.7% | |
| Chase | 17 | 11 | 0 | 64.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 7 | 4 | 0 | 57.1% |
| G | Similar Going | 18 | 13 | 1 | 72.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 15 | 9 | 0 | 60% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Paul Townend | 17 | 11 | 0 | 64.7% |
| T | W P Mullins | 20 | 13 | 1 | 65% |
Winner of two G1s; outclassed up in grade when fourth beaten 21l in Paddy's Rewards Club Chase (Grade 1) here latest; effective 2m-2m4f, not convinced by stamina for 3m, acts on any ground; likely vulnerable again.
Has won a hurdle race, eight chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to soft to soft - heavy. Well beaten at 9-2 when fourth of 7 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase over this course and distance (yielding) in December last year.
Winner of two G1s; outclassed up in grade when fourth beaten 21l in Paddy's Rewards Club Chase (Grade 1) here latest; effective 2m-2m4f, not convinced by stamina for 3m, acts on any ground; likely vulnerable again.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 19 | 9 | 4 | 47.4% | |
| Chase | 15 | 8 | 3 | 53.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| C | Course | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| D | Distance | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% |
| G | Similar Going | 20 | 9 | 5 | 45% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 21 | 10 | 5 | 47.6% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 17 | 7 | 4 | 41.2% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Kennedy | 11 | 6 | 3 | 54.6% |
| T | G Elliott | 20 | 9 | 5 | 45% |
Winner of three G1s; looked in need of stiffer test when 3 1/4l third in Paddy's Rewards Club Chase (Grade 1) here most recent run; effective 2m, acts on any; classy but jumping lacks concentration; first-time cheekpieces may help but ideally wants further.
Winner of two hurdle races and three chases from 1m 7f to 2m 1f on ground varying from good - yielding to heavy. Third of 7 behind Solness beaten 3 1/2l at 6-4fav on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase over this course and distance (yielding) in December last year.
Winner of three G1s; looked in need of stiffer test when 3 1/4l third in Paddy's Rewards Club Chase (Grade 1) here most recent run; effective 2m, acts on any; classy but jumping lacks concentration; first-time cheekpieces may help but ideally wants further.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 9 | 5 | 2 | 55.6% | |
| Chase | 6 | 3 | 1 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| C | Course | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| D | Distance | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 4 | 2 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 42.9% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mark Walsh | 8 | 4 | 2 | 50% |
| T | W P Mullins | 8 | 4 | 2 | 50% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Nearly exited the race early but produced a huge effort when second, beaten 1/2l, in the Paddy's Rewards Club Chase here last time. Effective at 2m; the Champion Chase winner sets the form standard, although testing ground would not be ideal.
Has won three hurdle races, two NH flat races and three chases from 2m to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 1/2l by Solness when second of 7 at 2-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase over this course and distance (yielding) in December last year.
Nearly exited the race early but produced a huge effort when second, beaten 1/2l, in the Paddy's Rewards Club Chase here last time. Effective at 2m; the Champion Chase winner sets the form standard, although testing ground would not be ideal.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 11 | 6 | 4 | 54.6% | |
| Chase | 8 | 3 | 4 | 37.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 5 | 1 | 3 | 20% |
| C | Course | 5 | 1 | 3 | 20% |
| D | Distance | 5 | 1 | 3 | 20% |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 6 | 3 | 60% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 8 | 3 | 4 | 37.5% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 9 | 4 | 4 | 44.4% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Sean Flanagan | 5 | 2 | 3 | 40% |
| T | B Connell | 13 | 8 | 4 | 61.5% |
Did too much too soon up in trip on a quick reappearance when third, beaten 28l, in a Listed chase at Thurles last time. Effective at 2m-2m6f and suited by cut, but he looks to have no chance in this.
He has won two hurdle races and two chases from 2m 1f to 2m 5f on ground varying from good - yielding to yielding - soft. Third of 6 behind Affordale Fury beaten 28l at 12-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Thurles over 2m 6f (good - yielding) in November last year.
Did too much too soon up in trip on a quick reappearance when third, beaten 28l, in a Listed chase at Thurles last time. Effective at 2m-2m6f and suited by cut, but he looks to have no chance in this.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 30 | 4 | 4 | 13.3% | |
| Chase | 19 | 2 | 2 | 10.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% |
| G | Similar Going | 24 | 3 | 3 | 12.5% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (B only) | 8 | 1 | 0 | 12.5% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 18 | 1 | 1 | 5.6% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Phillip Enright | 21 | 2 | 2 | 9.5% |
| T | V Halley | 31 | 4 | 4 | 12.9% |
Winner of three Grade 1s and successful in this race last year; back to his best when winning the Paddy's Rewards Club Chase here by 1/2l last time. Effective at 2m and suited by decent ground; tough and loves this venue, so sure to go well again despite deep ground.
Has won two hurdle races and seven chases from 2m 1f to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to yielding. A winner at 8-1 in a Grade 1 chase over this course and distance (yielding) on his latest outing in December last year, beating Marine Nationale by 1/2l.
Winner of three Grade 1s and successful in this race last year; back to his best when winning the Paddy's Rewards Club Chase here by 1/2l last time. Effective at 2m and suited by decent ground; tough and loves this venue, so sure to go well again despite deep ground.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 26 | 9 | 6 | 34.6% | |
| Chase | 20 | 7 | 5 | 35% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 5 | 4 | 1 | 80% |
| C | Course | 5 | 4 | 1 | 80% |
| D | Distance | 9 | 6 | 2 | 66.7% |
| G | Similar Going | 22 | 8 | 6 | 36.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T & V) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Visor | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 15 | 4 | 4 | 26.7% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J J Slevin | 11 | 3 | 2 | 27.3% |
| T | J P O'Brien | 22 | 8 | 5 | 36.4% |
The ground could be a deciding factor here and MAJBOROUGH should have no problems with testing conditions. He remains a work in progress over fences but jumped reasonably well here over Christmas. He didn't settle very well, though, and will need to switch off a bit better in the conditions. Marine Nationale ran a remarkable race in the aforementioned after almost losing Sean Flanagan at the second fence. The going would be a concern for him though. Solness is a tough nut and is sure to make it a test again. He has won on soft in the past but most of his best form is on a better surface.
The 2m chase division is a bit of a mess and this race is not an easy one to solve. On a sound surface the current champion chaser Marine Nationale would have been the selection, especially after his mighty effort following a signifciant early mishap here at Christmas, but he's never thrived on deep ground and it wouldn't be a surprise were he taken out on the day and saved for the festival. Solness is sure to try and make them all go and he may again take some catching with a visor now tried, but this could come down to the Mullins pair Majborough and ENERGUMENE. Majborough has been crying out for a more waiting ride over a longer trip, but his stamina could be brought into play here with first-time cheekpieces likely to help concentrate his jumping. It might be that former champion chaser Energumene has one final hurrah at the top level in him. He too gets first-time cheekpieces and is taken to gain a first win in the race at the ripe old age of 12.
Winner of two Grade 1s; tired late when beaten 24l into third in the O'Driscoll's Irish Whiskey New Year's Day Chase (Grade 3) at Tramore last time. Enjoys making it and is effective at 2m4f-3m on S and G; rider claims 5lb on handicap debut.
Winner of two hurdle races, three chases and a point-to-point from 2m 1f to 3m 1f on ground varying from good to soft - heavy. Third of 7 behind Heart Wood beaten 24l at 5-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 3 chase in the Group 3 O'Driscoll's Irish Whiskey New Year's Day Chase at Tramore over 2m 7f (soft) last month.
Winner of two Grade 1s; tired late when beaten 24l into third in the O'Driscoll's Irish Whiskey New Year's Day Chase (Grade 3) at Tramore last time. Enjoys making it and is effective at 2m4f-3m on S and G; rider claims 5lb on handicap debut.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 12 | 5 | 1 | 41.7% | |
| Chase | 8 | 3 | 1 | 37.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 12 | 4 | 2 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 10 | 3 | 1 | 30% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Josh Williamson | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | G Elliott | 13 | 5 | 2 | 38.5% |
Returned to form, jumping better when second beaten 8 1/2l in O'Driscoll's Irish Whiskey New Year's Day Chase (Grade 3) at Tramore latest; trainer in form; effective 2m-2m7f, suited by give; talented and could be on a good mark for handicap debut.
He has won a hurdle race, a NH flat race and two chases from 2m to 2m 5f on soft and heavy ground. Beaten 9l by Heart Wood when second of 7 at 11-2 on his latest outing in a Grade 3 chase in the Group 3 O'Driscoll's Irish Whiskey New Year's Day Chase at Tramore over 2m 7f (soft) last month.
Returned to form, jumping better when second beaten 8 1/2l in O'Driscoll's Irish Whiskey New Year's Day Chase (Grade 3) at Tramore latest; trainer in form; effective 2m-2m7f, suited by give; talented and could be on a good mark for handicap debut.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 13 | 3 | 3 | 23.1% | |
| Chase | 7 | 2 | 1 | 28.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 16 | 4 | 5 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 7 | 2 | 1 | 28.6% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 10 | 1 | 2 | 10% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Danny Mullins | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | W P Mullins | 15 | 4 | 4 | 26.7% |
Scored by 4 1/4l off a 8lb lower mark at Punchestown penultimate start; unseated when held latest; effective around 2m4f, acts on any, others stronger in this.
Winner of two hurdle races, a NH flat race and two chases from 2m to 2m 5f on ground varying from good - yielding to soft - heavy. Unseated rider when 11-4fav at Limerick over 2m 3f (soft - heavy) in a chase won by Ballybawn Belter in December last year on his latest outing.
Scored by 4 1/4l off a 8lb lower mark at Punchestown penultimate start; unseated when held latest; effective around 2m4f, acts on any, others stronger in this.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 12 | 4 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Chase | 7 | 2 | 0 | 28.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% |
| G | Similar Going | 15 | 5 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 15 | 5 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Kennedy | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% |
| T | G Elliott | 15 | 5 | 1 | 33.3% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Never competitive after series of errors when down the field in Paddy Power Handicap Chase (Listed) here most recent; trainer in form; effective 2m4f-3m with cut; well treated if getting back on track.
He has won two hurdle races, a NH flat race and a chase from 2m to 2m 7f on ground varying from good - yielding to heavy. Well beaten at 22-1 when 23rd of 28 on his latest outing in a chase here over 3m (yielding) in December last year.
Never competitive after series of errors when down the field in Paddy Power Handicap Chase (Listed) here most recent; trainer in form; effective 2m4f-3m with cut; well treated if getting back on track.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 11 | 3 | 4 | 27.3% | |
| Chase | 7 | 1 | 4 | 14.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 16 | 4 | 7 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 16 | 4 | 7 | 25% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 16.7% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J J Slevin | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | W P Mullins | 15 | 4 | 6 | 26.7% |
Pulled up in Thyestes Handicap Chase (Grade 3) at Gowran Park latest; cheekpieces first time; effective 2m4f, acts on S; mark looks high enough.
He has won a hurdle race, a chase and a point-to-point from 2m 4f to 3m on soft and heavy ground. Pulled up 3 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 Thyestes Handicap Chase (Grade 3) at Gowran Park latest; cheekpieces first time; effective 2m4f, acts on S; mark looks high enough.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 12 | 2 | 3 | 16.7% | |
| Chase | 6 | 1 | 2 | 16.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 13 | 2 | 3 | 15.4% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Darragh O'Keeffe | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | H De Bromhead | 14 | 2 | 3 | 14.3% |
Ran to form beaten 8l in Paddy Power Handicap Chase (Listed) here last time; trainer in form; effective 2m2f-2m6f, acts on any; maiden over fences but chance on latest.
Successful in a hurdle race and a point-to-point at 2m 4f and 3m on heavy ground, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 8l behind Favori De Champdou when fifth of 28 at 33-1 on his latest outing in a chase here over 3m (yielding) in December last year.
Ran to form beaten 8l in Paddy Power Handicap Chase (Listed) here last time; trainer in form; effective 2m2f-2m6f, acts on any; maiden over fences but chance on latest.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 13 | 1 | 5 | 7.7% | |
| Chase | 9 | 0 | 3 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 14 | 1 | 6 | 7.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Sean O'Keeffe | 8 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| T | W P Mullins | 15 | 1 | 7 | 6.7% |
Never competitive having been hampered early down the field in Paddy Power Handicap Chase (Listed) here most recent; trainer in form; effective 2m-2m4f on S and G; others stronger.
He has won a hurdle race, two NH flat races and a chase from 2m to 2m 3f on ground varying from good to yielding. Well beaten at 20-1 behind Favori De Champdou when 22nd of 28 on his latest outing in a chase here over 3m (yielding) in December last year.
Never competitive having been hampered early down the field in Paddy Power Handicap Chase (Listed) here most recent; trainer in form; effective 2m-2m4f on S and G; others stronger.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 11 | 2 | 3 | 18.2% | |
| Chase | 8 | 1 | 3 | 12.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 14 | 2 | 4 | 14.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 11 | 2 | 3 | 18.2% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Anna McGuinness | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | W P Mullins | 16 | 4 | 4 | 25% |
Yard won this last year; disappointing hurdles return down the field in Neville Hotels Premier Handicap Hurdle (Listed) here most recent; effective 2m-2m4f with cut; below par this term, may have spring/summer targets.
Winner of two hurdle races, two NH flat races and a chase from 2m to 2m 3f on ground varying from good to heavy. Well beaten at 22-1 behind Champagne Kid when 12th of 16 on his latest outing in a hurdle race here over 2m 4f (good - yielding) in December last year.
Yard won this last year; disappointing hurdles return down the field in Neville Hotels Premier Handicap Hurdle (Listed) here most recent; effective 2m-2m4f with cut; below par this term, may have spring/summer targets.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 24 | 3 | 7 | 12.5% | |
| Chase | 13 | 1 | 3 | 7.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 20 | 3 | 6 | 15% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 28 | 5 | 9 | 17.9% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 15 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Eoin Staples | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | G P Cromwell | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
Travelled, hampered late and flattened out on return from break when 6l third in Paddy Power Handicap Chase (Listed) here most recent run; effective 2m4f-3m, suited by plenty of cut; fair mark on spring form, could build on latest.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 6f on heavy ground. Third of 28 behind Favori De Champdou beaten 6l at 28-1 on his latest outing in a chase here over 3m (yielding) in December last year.
Travelled, hampered late and flattened out on return from break when 6l third in Paddy Power Handicap Chase (Listed) here most recent run; effective 2m4f-3m, suited by plenty of cut; fair mark on spring form, could build on latest.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 12 | 1 | 7 | 8.3% | |
| Chase | 6 | 0 | 3 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 12 | 1 | 7 | 8.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 13 | 1 | 8 | 7.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | James Smith | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | T Gibney | 13 | 1 | 8 | 7.7% |
No obvious excuse when down the field in Paddy Power Handicap Chase (Listed) here most recent; trainer in form; effective 2m4f-3m, acts on HY and GS; useful novice last term, fair mark on best form.
He has won two hurdle races and two chases from 2m 2f to 3m on ground varying from soft to soft - heavy. Well beaten at 18-1 behind Favori De Champdou when 24th of 28 on his latest outing in a chase here over 3m (yielding) in December last year.
No obvious excuse when down the field in Paddy Power Handicap Chase (Listed) here most recent; trainer in form; effective 2m4f-3m, acts on HY and GS; useful novice last term, fair mark on best form.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 14 | 4 | 3 | 28.6% | |
| Chase | 8 | 2 | 2 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 13 | 4 | 3 | 30.8% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 14 | 4 | 3 | 28.6% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | H Cobden | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | W P Mullins | 12 | 3 | 2 | 25% |
Outpaced, beaten early, didn't take to track comfortably held in a handicap chase at Cheltenham last time; usually held up; off a short-break; effective 2m-2m4f, acts with cut; competitive mark still.
Winner of four hurdle races and three chases from 2m to 2m 6f on ground varying from good to soft - heavy. Well beaten at 11-2 behind Eldorado Allen when sixth of 8 on his latest outing in a chase at Cheltenham over 2m 4f (soft) in November last year.
Outpaced, beaten early, didn't take to track comfortably held in a handicap chase at Cheltenham last time; usually held up; off a short-break; effective 2m-2m4f, acts with cut; competitive mark still.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 35 | 7 | 3 | 20% | |
| Chase | 18 | 3 | 3 | 16.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 7 | 1 | 1 | 14.3% |
| G | Similar Going | 36 | 8 | 3 | 22.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 45 | 10 | 4 | 22.2% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 12.5% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Tiernan Power Roche | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | P J Rothwell | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
Mistakes, may not have stayed up in trip when fourth beaten 37l in a novice chase at Naas latest; cheekpieces first time; effective 2m-2m4f with cut; debut form franked in hot handicap, drop in trip a plus.
Successful in a hurdle race and a chase at 2m 4f and 2m 6f on good - yielding and heavy ground. Well beaten at 11-2 behind Flicker Of Hope when fourth of 6 on his latest outing in a chase at Naas over 3m 1f (soft) last month.
Mistakes, may not have stayed up in trip when fourth beaten 37l in a novice chase at Naas latest; cheekpieces first time; effective 2m-2m4f with cut; debut form franked in hot handicap, drop in trip a plus.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 10 | 2 | 3 | 20% | |
| Chase | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 12 | 2 | 4 | 16.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Danny Gilligan | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | G Elliott | 12 | 2 | 4 | 16.7% |
Made too much use of down the field in a handicap chase here most recent; trainer in form; effective 2m4f on S and G; mark looks stiff still.
He has won two hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m to 2m 4f on good and soft ground. Well beaten at 14-1 behind Addragoole when 10th of 20 on his latest outing in a chase here over 2m 1f (yielding) in December last year.
Made too much use of down the field in a handicap chase here most recent; trainer in form; effective 2m4f on S and G; mark looks stiff still.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 9 | 2 | 1 | 22.2% | |
| Chase | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 2 | 1 | 22.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 12 | 3 | 2 | 25% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Brian Hayes | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | W P Mullins | 10 | 3 | 1 | 30% |
Pulled up in Cork Grand National (Listed) at Cork latest; trainer in form; off a short-break; effective 3m with cut; yet to fire over fences.
He has won two hurdle races, a NH flat race and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to heavy. Pulled up 3 out when 13-2 at Cork over 3m 4f (good - yielding) in a chase won by Lonesome Boatman in November last year on his latest outing.
Pulled up in Cork Grand National (Listed) at Cork latest; trainer in form; off a short-break; effective 3m with cut; yet to fire over fences.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 13 | 2 | 1 | 15.4% | |
| Chase | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 16 | 3 | 1 | 18.8% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr Elliot Ohgren | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | W P Mullins | 17 | 3 | 1 | 17.7% |
Travelled, challenging when left in front but still improved back down in trip landing a Tim Duggan Memorial Handicap Chase (Listed) by 11l off a 7lb lower mark at Limerick last time; effective 2m4f-3m, acts with cut; in form, remain competitive off revised mark.
Winner of three hurdle races, a NH flat race and a chase from 2m to 2m 6f on yielding and soft - heavy ground. A winner at 6-1 in a chase at Limerick over 2m 3f (soft - heavy) on her latest outing in December last year, beating Uncle Pat by 11l.
Travelled, challenging when left in front but still improved back down in trip landing a Tim Duggan Memorial Handicap Chase (Listed) by 11l off a 7lb lower mark at Limerick last time; effective 2m4f-3m, acts with cut; in form, remain competitive off revised mark.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 22 | 4 | 5 | 18.2% | |
| Chase | 11 | 1 | 4 | 9.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 20 | 5 | 4 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 23 | 5 | 5 | 21.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 20% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Simon Torrens | 8 | 2 | 1 | 25% |
| T | Liz Doyle | 15 | 2 | 4 | 13.3% |
Outpaced, unsuited by drop in trip and easy ground comfortably held in a handicap chase at Naas last time; effective 2m4f-3m, suited by decent ground; can improve over fences when stepped up to 3m on better surface.
He has won four hurdle races from 2m 3f to 2m 7f on good - yielding and yielding ground. Well beaten at 12-1 behind Rockbrook when sixth of 9 on his latest outing in a chase at Naas over 2m (soft) last month.
Outpaced, unsuited by drop in trip and easy ground comfortably held in a handicap chase at Naas last time; effective 2m4f-3m, suited by decent ground; can improve over fences when stepped up to 3m on better surface.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 15 | 4 | 1 | 26.7% | |
| Chase | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 15 | 4 | 1 | 26.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 15 | 4 | 1 | 26.7% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Aidan Kelly | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | P Roche | 15 | 4 | 1 | 26.7% |
Never jumped or travelled, looked awkward and in need of stiffer test comfortably held in a handicap chase at Punchestown last time; off a short-break; effective around 2m4f with cut; has had issues, inconsistent, could now want 3m.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m and 2m 4f on soft ground, but last win was over two years ago. Well beaten at 11-8fav behind Dee Capo when sixth of 8 on his latest outing in a chase at Punchestown over 2m 5f (soft - heavy) in November last year.
Never jumped or travelled, looked awkward and in need of stiffer test comfortably held in a handicap chase at Punchestown last time; off a short-break; effective around 2m4f with cut; has had issues, inconsistent, could now want 3m.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 11 | 2 | 4 | 18.2% | |
| Chase | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 11 | 2 | 4 | 18.2% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 11 | 2 | 4 | 18.2% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mark Walsh | 6 | 2 | 2 | 33.3% |
| T | H De Bromhead | 11 | 2 | 4 | 18.2% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Made errors, poorly placed when fourth beaten 9l in December Gold Cup Handicap Chase at Cheltenham latest; off a short-break; effective up to 2m6f, acts on S; may have bit more to offer for new yard.
He has won two hurdle races and a chase from 2m 2f to 2m 3f on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. Finished 9l behind Glengouly when fourth of 10 at 5-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Cheltenham over 2m 5f (good to soft) in December last year.
Made errors, poorly placed when fourth beaten 9l in December Gold Cup Handicap Chase at Cheltenham latest; off a short-break; effective up to 2m6f, acts on S; may have bit more to offer for new yard.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 12 | 3 | 3 | 25% | |
| Chase | 6 | 1 | 2 | 16.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 10 | 2 | 2 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 12 | 3 | 3 | 25% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Conor Stone-Walsh | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | J P O'Brien | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Ran to form down in trip, did best of those coming from off the pace when fourth beaten 7l in a handicap chase at Thurles latest; effective 2m-3m on any ground; veteran looks up against it.
Has won three hurdle races and five chases from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good - yielding to yielding. Finished 7l behind Rising Dust when fourth of 14 at 11-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Thurles over 2m 5f (yielding) last month.
Ran to form down in trip, did best of those coming from off the pace when fourth beaten 7l in a handicap chase at Thurles latest; effective 2m-3m on any ground; veteran looks up against it.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 55 | 8 | 11 | 14.6% | |
| Chase | 43 | 5 | 8 | 11.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 10 | 3 | 3 | 30% |
| D | Distance | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 53 | 9 | 11 | 17% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 41 | 9 | 7 | 22% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 19 | 1 | 3 | 5.3% |
| Hcp | This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 30 | 2 | 4 | 6.7% |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Charlie O'Dwyer | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | J P Broderick | 13 | 2 | 4 | 15.4% |
Jumped poorly, outpaced, unsuited by way race developed when down the field in Paddy Power Handicap Chase (Listed) here most recent; needs 3m at least; can do better over fences when jumping improves.
Successful in a NH flat race and a point-to-point at 2m 3f and 3m on soft ground. Well beaten at 17-2 behind Favori De Champdou when 19th of 28 on his latest outing in a chase here over 3m (yielding) in December last year.
Jumped poorly, outpaced, unsuited by way race developed when down the field in Paddy Power Handicap Chase (Listed) here most recent; needs 3m at least; can do better over fences when jumping improves.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 14 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Chase | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 16 | 1 | 1 | 6.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S Bowen | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | E Mullins | 18 | 1 | 2 | 5.6% |
Bit free, below form up in grade, may have found ground a bit soft down the field in Munster National Handicap Chase (Grade 3) at Limerick most recent; in good form prior; suited by 3m on G; ground a worry.
Successful in two chases at 2m 7f and 3m on good - yielding and yielding ground. Well beaten at 8-1 behind French Dynamite when 9th of 15 on his latest outing in a Grade 3 chase in the Group 3 BOYLE Sports JT McNamara Munster National Handicap Chase at Limerick over 3m (yielding - soft) in October last year.
Bit free, below form up in grade, may have found ground a bit soft down the field in Munster National Handicap Chase (Grade 3) at Limerick most recent; in good form prior; suited by 3m on G; ground a worry.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 16 | 2 | 4 | 12.5% | |
| Chase | 10 | 2 | 3 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 15 | 2 | 3 | 13.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (P only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Michael Kenneally | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | E Bolger | 11 | 2 | 3 | 18.2% |
Hampered when closing, may have found ground on the quick side beaten 9l in Paddy Power Handicap Chase (Listed) here last time; in good form prior; effective 2m4f-3m, suited by cut; remains on fair mark over fences.
He has won three hurdle races and a chase from 2m 4f to 2m 7f on ground varying from soft to soft - heavy. Finished 9l behind Favori De Champdou when sixth of 28 at 15-2co-fav on his latest outing in a chase here over 3m (yielding) in December last year.
Hampered when closing, may have found ground on the quick side beaten 9l in Paddy Power Handicap Chase (Listed) here last time; in good form prior; effective 2m4f-3m, suited by cut; remains on fair mark over fences.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 17 | 4 | 3 | 23.5% | |
| Chase | 8 | 1 | 0 | 12.5% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 16 | 4 | 3 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & B) | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| HG | Blinkers | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Gavin Brouder | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | T M Walsh | 17 | 4 | 3 | 23.5% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Outpaced but back to form off reduced mark when second beaten 11l in Tim Duggan Memorial Handicap Chase (Listed) at Limerick latest; effective 2m4f-3m with cut; work to do with Ballybawn Belter.
Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m 3f and 2m 6f on good and good - yielding ground. Beaten 11l by Ballybawn Belter when second of 8 at 4-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Limerick over 2m 3f (soft - heavy) in December last year.
Outpaced but back to form off reduced mark when second beaten 11l in Tim Duggan Memorial Handicap Chase (Listed) at Limerick latest; effective 2m4f-3m with cut; work to do with Ballybawn Belter.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 9 | 1 | 3 | 11.1% | |
| Chase | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 1 | 2 | 16.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 10 | 2 | 3 | 20% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Sean Cleary-Farrell | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | W P Mullins | 10 | 2 | 3 | 20% |
WATERFORD WHISPERS has always threatened to land a prize of this nature and remains unexposed over fences. Runner-up in the 2024 Martin Pipe at the Cheltenham Festival, Henry De Bromhead's gelding ran no sort of race at Punchestown in November but is entitled to bounce back from that effort. Ile Atlantique finished second to Heart Wood at Tramore on New Year's Day and commands plenty of respect. Kinturk Kananisi is closely enough matched on Paddy Power Chase form with O'moore Park and Buachaillbocht, while Ballybawn Belter is 7lb higher than when scoring at Limerick.
A devilishly difficult handicap chase. ILE ATLANTIQUE looked a potential Grade 1 chaser in his early starts as a novice, only for his jumping to come unstuck in the spring. His latest run, when finding only one too good in a Grade 3 chase at Tramore on New Year's Day, was a big step back in the right direction and the slightly shorter trip on deep ground should prove ideal on this handicap debut. His mark appeals as being fair and Danny Mullins is an ideal jockey booking. The mare Ballybawn Belter looks a major player also, having won with loads in hand at Limerick last time. She's up the weights but surely has more to offer and conditions won't be an issue. Croke Park, like the selection a Graded chaser moving into handicaps and with a capable 5lb rider aboard, and Kim Roque, not seen to best effect in a messy race at Cheltenham last time, are others to take seriously.
Far too keen and made his move much too soon off a good pace when fourth, beaten 7l, in the December Hurdle (Grade 1) here last time. Effective at 2m and could have a bigger effort in him if settling better.
He has won four hurdle races from 2m to 2m 1f on ground varying from soft to soft - heavy. Finished 7l behind Lossiemouth when fourth of 8 at 6-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 hurdle race over this course and distance (good - yielding) in December last year.
Far too keen and made his move much too soon off a good pace when fourth, beaten 7l, in the December Hurdle (Grade 1) here last time. Effective at 2m and could have a bigger effort in him if settling better.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 6 | 4 | 1 | 66.7% | |
| Hurdle | 6 | 4 | 1 | 66.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 3 | 0 | 75% |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 3 | 0 | 100% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (H only) | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | H Cobden | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | W P Mullins | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
Suited by a decent test when third, beaten 6 1/2l, in the December Hurdle (Grade 1) here on his latest run. Enjoys making it, is suited by 2m, probably gets 2m4f, but needs more to win this.
He has won four hurdle races from 2m to 2m 1f on good - yielding and yielding ground. Third of 8 behind Lossiemouth beaten 7l at 16-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 hurdle race over this course and distance (good - yielding) in December last year.
Suited by a decent test when third, beaten 6 1/2l, in the December Hurdle (Grade 1) here on his latest run. Enjoys making it, is suited by 2m, probably gets 2m4f, but needs more to win this.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 9 | 4 | 3 | 44.4% | |
| Hurdle | 9 | 4 | 3 | 44.4% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 7 | 3 | 3 | 42.9% |
| Similar Going | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (H only) | 10 | 5 | 3 | 50% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 40% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jordan Gainford | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| T | G Elliott | 9 | 4 | 3 | 44.4% |
Winner of four G1s; back to form returning to hurdles when winning the New Year's Eve Hurdle at Punchestown by 8 1/2l last time; trainer in form; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on any ground; former Arkle winner unexposed as a hurdler and not ruled out in this.
Has won three hurdle races and six chases from 2m to 2m 3f on ground varying from good - yielding to soft - heavy. Won on his latest outing in a hurdle race when 6-4fav at Punchestown over 2m 3f (yielding) in December last year, beating Glen Kiln by 9l.
Winner of four G1s; back to form returning to hurdles when winning the New Year's Eve Hurdle at Punchestown by 8 1/2l last time; trainer in form; effective 2m-2m4f, acts on any ground; former Arkle winner unexposed as a hurdler and not ruled out in this.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 17 | 9 | 4 | 52.9% | |
| Hurdle | 5 | 3 | 2 | 60% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| C | Course | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| D | Distance | 8 | 5 | 1 | 62.5% |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 4 | 2 | 57.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 17 | 9 | 3 | 52.9% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 12 | 5 | 3 | 41.7% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J J Slevin | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | W P Mullins | 16 | 9 | 3 | 56.3% |
Well backed but probably did not stay when finishing down the field in the Ascot Stakes on his most recent run. Effective at 2m with cut and still unexposed, but improvement is needed in this company.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 1f on good to soft ground. Beaten 4l by Lulamba when second of 12 at 7-2 on his latest NH outing in a Grade 1 hurdle race in the Group 1 Ballymore Champion Four Year Old Hurdle at Punchestown over 2m (yielding) in May last year.
Well backed but probably did not stay when finishing down the field in the Ascot Stakes on his most recent run. Effective at 2m with cut and still unexposed, but improvement is needed in this company.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% | |
| Hurdle | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 9 | 2 | 4 | 22.2% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Danny Mullins | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | W P Mullins | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
Winner of three G1s; returned to form back from break, suited by decent test when second beaten a length in December Hurdle (Grade 1) here latest; effective 2m-2m5f, acts on Hy and G; top-class at best, could build on return.
Has won seven hurdle races and two NH flat races from 2m to 2m 5f on ground varying from good to soft to soft - heavy. Beaten 1l by Lossiemouth when second of 8 at 5-2 on her latest outing in a Grade 1 hurdle race over this course and distance (good - yielding) in December last year.
Winner of three G1s; returned to form back from break, suited by decent test when second beaten a length in December Hurdle (Grade 1) here latest; effective 2m-2m5f, acts on Hy and G; top-class at best, could build on return.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 11 | 7 | 2 | 63.6% | |
| Hurdle | 11 | 7 | 2 | 63.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| C | Course | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| D | Distance | 5 | 3 | 1 | 60% |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 5 | 1 | 83.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 13 | 9 | 2 | 69.2% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 10 | 6 | 2 | 60% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Kennedy | 8 | 5 | 2 | 62.5% |
| T | G Elliott | 13 | 9 | 2 | 69.2% |
Winner of nine Grade 1s and ran to her best when landing the December Hurdle (Grade 1) here by a length last time. Effective at 2m-2m4f, top-class at her best and a leading chance in this.
Has won 13 hurdle races from 1m 7f to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to soft to soft - heavy. Won on her latest outing in a Grade 1 hurdle race when 4-6fav over this course and distance (good - yielding) in December last year, beating Brighterdaysahead by 1l.
Winner of nine Grade 1s and ran to her best when landing the December Hurdle (Grade 1) here by a length last time. Effective at 2m-2m4f, top-class at her best and a leading chance in this.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 16 | 13 | 1 | 81.3% | |
| Hurdle | 16 | 13 | 1 | 81.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| C | Course | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| D | Distance | 7 | 4 | 1 | 57.1% |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 6 | 0 | 85.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 16 | 13 | 1 | 81.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 15 | 12 | 1 | 80% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Paul Townend | 13 | 11 | 1 | 84.6% |
| T | W P Mullins | 15 | 12 | 1 | 80% |
Lossiemouth and Brighterdaysahead lock horns once again after their encounter in the December Hurdle where Willie Mullins' mare came out on top. That said, the latter had missed some intended targets, when expected to be sent over fences earlier in the campaign, and it wouldn't be a huge surprise if she were able to reverse those placings. A chance, though, is taken with EL FABIOLO. Twice a winner at this meeting over fences, his jumping had fallen apart in that sphere, with three falls from his last four chase starts, but the nine-year-old returned with a confidence-boosting display at Punchestown on New Year's Eve and appears to still retain all of his ability judged on that display.
No State Man, who has won the race for the last three years, but Willie Mullins is still strongly represented. Lossiemouth is current Champion Hurdle favourite but is far from certain to confirm December Hurdle form with Brighterdaysahead, who was making her seasonal debut at Christmas and had been set to go chasing. There shouldn't be much between the pair again, but don't underestimate EL FABIOLO, who was he best 2m chaser around a couple of seasons ago until his jumping went to pot. This is clearly much tougher than the Punchestown race he won last time, but he is thoroughly unexposed as a hurdler and it would be no surprise were he to cause a minor shock. Anzadam could get involved also if settling better than in the December Hurdle - he certainly has the ability to play a leading role.
Ran to form, just tiring late when back from a break, and was comfortably held in the December Hurdle (Grade 1) here last time. Effective at 2m, a useful juvenile who could be competitive now switching to handicap company.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m on soft and yielding ground. Finished 18l behind Lossiemouth when fifth of 8 at 28-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 hurdle race over this course and distance (good - yielding) in December last year.
Ran to form, just tiring late when back from a break, and was comfortably held in the December Hurdle (Grade 1) here last time. Effective at 2m, a useful juvenile who could be competitive now switching to handicap company.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% | |
| Hurdle | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| C | Course | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| D | Distance | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (H only) | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 33.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Keith Donoghue | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% |
| T | G P Cromwell | 8 | 4 | 1 | 50% |
Improved again when landing a handicap by 1 1/4l off an 8lb lower mark here last time. Usually held up, a consistent handicapper effective over 2m-2m2f, and could benefit from stepping back up in trip.
He has won four hurdle races from 2m to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to heavy. Won on his latest outing in a hurdle race when 3-1fav over this course and distance (yielding) in December last year, beating Prairie Dancer by 1 1/4l.
Improved again when landing a handicap by 1 1/4l off an 8lb lower mark here last time. Usually held up, a consistent handicapper effective over 2m-2m2f, and could benefit from stepping back up in trip.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 14 | 4 | 8 | 28.6% | |
| Hurdle | 14 | 4 | 8 | 28.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| C | Course | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| D | Distance | 8 | 3 | 3 | 37.5% |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (H only) | 5 | 1 | 4 | 20% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Jack Kennedy | 7 | 2 | 4 | 28.6% |
| T | G Elliott | 15 | 4 | 8 | 26.7% |
Did too much too soon and needed the run when 12l third in the Jack McInerney Memorial Hurdle (Grade 3) at Fairyhouse last time. Effective at 2m, a top-level juvenile winner capable of going well.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 1f on good to soft ground. Third of 6 behind Talk The Talk beaten 12l at 10-3 on her latest outing in a Grade 3 hurdle race in the Group 3 Jack McInerney Memorial Hurdle at Fairyhouse over 2m (yielding - soft) in November last year.
Did too much too soon and needed the run when 12l third in the Jack McInerney Memorial Hurdle (Grade 3) at Fairyhouse last time. Effective at 2m, a top-level juvenile winner capable of going well.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 10 | 2 | 4 | 20% | |
| Hurdle | 10 | 2 | 4 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 7 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 20% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Paul Townend | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| T | W P Mullins | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% |
Below form when finishing down the field in a handicap at Naas most recently. Returning from a break, effective around 2m on a sound surface, but needs to show more to feature prominently.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m and 2m 1f on good - yielding ground. Well beaten at 17-2 behind Mirazur West when seventh of 11 on his chase debut at Cork over 2m 1f (yielding) in April last year.
Below form when finishing down the field in a handicap at Naas most recently. Returning from a break, effective around 2m on a sound surface, but needs to show more to feature prominently.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 9 | 2 | 4 | 22.2% | |
| Hurdle | 8 | 2 | 4 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
| D | Distance | 8 | 1 | 3 | 12.5% |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 1 | 4 | 11.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Darragh O'Keeffe | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | H De Bromhead | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Fading when falling late in the Champion Four Year Old Hurdle (Grade 1) at Punchestown last time. Returning from a long layoff, effective at 2m, but others make more appeal back in a handicap.
Successful in two hurdle races at 1m 7f and 2m on heavy ground. Fell -1 out when 66-1 in the Group 1 Ballymore Champion Four Year Old Hurdle at Punchestown over 2m (yielding) in a Grade 1 hurdle race won by Lulamba in May last year on his latest outing.
Fading when falling late in the Champion Four Year Old Hurdle (Grade 1) at Punchestown last time. Returning from a long layoff, effective at 2m, but others make more appeal back in a handicap.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 9 | 2 | 2 | 22.2% | |
| Hurdle | 9 | 2 | 2 | 22.2% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T only) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Josh Williamson | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | W P Mullins | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Ran to form when fourth, beaten 6l, in the Amateur Riders' Derby at the Curragh last time. Returning from a break, effective at 2m, and a consistent veteran who knows how to compete at this level.
Winner of six hurdle races from 2m to 2m 6f on ground varying from good - yielding to yielding - soft. Beaten 1 1/4l by Casheldale Lad when second of 12 at 17-2 on his latest NH outing in a hurdle race at Listowel over 2m (good - yielding) in September last year.
Ran to form when fourth, beaten 6l, in the Amateur Riders' Derby at the Curragh last time. Returning from a break, effective at 2m, and a consistent veteran who knows how to compete at this level.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 32 | 6 | 8 | 18.8% | |
| Hurdle | 32 | 6 | 8 | 18.8% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| C | Course | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| D | Distance | 18 | 5 | 4 | 27.8% |
| G | Similar Going | 38 | 8 | 6 | 21.1% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (B only) | 27 | 5 | 9 | 18.5% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 13 | 3 | 4 | 23.1% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Sean Flanagan | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | H Rogers | 74 | 14 | 15 | 18.9% |
Needed the run and may not have stayed when pulled up in the Neville Hotels Premier Handicap Hurdle (Listed) here last time. Effective at 2m and should come on for that reappearance.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m on soft and soft - heavy ground. Pulled up at the last when 40-1 here over 2m 4f (good - yielding) in a hurdle race won by Champagne Kid in December last year on his latest outing.
Needed the run and may not have stayed when pulled up in the Neville Hotels Premier Handicap Hurdle (Listed) here last time. Effective at 2m and should come on for that reappearance.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% | |
| Hurdle | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 3 | 0 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 13 | 3 | 1 | 23.1% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 20% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Danny Mullins | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | W P Mullins | 6 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% |
Conceded first run and flattened out late when fourth, beaten 4 1/4l, in the Neville Hotels Premier Handicap Hurdle (Listed) here last time. Effective over 2m-2m4f and remains in form.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on soft - heavy ground, but that win was over two years ago. Finished 4 1/2l behind Champagne Kid when fourth of 16 at 17-2 on his latest outing in a hurdle race here over 2m 4f (good - yielding) in December last year.
Conceded first run and flattened out late when fourth, beaten 4 1/4l, in the Neville Hotels Premier Handicap Hurdle (Listed) here last time. Effective over 2m-2m4f and remains in form.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 9 | 1 | 2 | 11.1% | |
| Hurdle | 9 | 1 | 2 | 11.1% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| C | Course | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 2 | 1 | 28.6% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 14 | 2 | 3 | 14.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | H Cobden | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | W P Mullins | 13 | 1 | 3 | 7.7% |
Travelled well and ran to form when benefiting from a drop in class to win a Conditions Hurdle at Punchestown by 2 1/2l last time. Effective at 2m and can go well again.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m on heavy and yielding - soft ground. A winner at 13-2 in a hurdle race at Punchestown over 2m (heavy) on his latest outing in December last year, beating Charlus by 2 1/2l.
Travelled well and ran to form when benefiting from a drop in class to win a Conditions Hurdle at Punchestown by 2 1/2l last time. Effective at 2m and can go well again.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 7 | 2 | 1 | 28.6% | |
| Hurdle | 7 | 2 | 1 | 28.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 7 | 2 | 1 | 28.6% |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Brian Hayes | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| T | W P Mullins | 9 | 2 | 1 | 22.2% |
Outpaced and in need of the run on stable debut when well beaten in the New Year's Eve Hurdle at Punchestown last time. Effective over 2m1f-2m6f, with strong French form to his name.
He has won a hurdle race and three chases from 2m 1f to 2m 6f on soft and heavy ground. Well beaten at 28-1 behind El Fabiolo when seventh of 8 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Punchestown over 2m 3f (yielding) in December last year.
Outpaced and in need of the run on stable debut when well beaten in the New Year's Eve Hurdle at Punchestown last time. Effective over 2m1f-2m6f, with strong French form to his name.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 14 | 4 | 4 | 28.6% | |
| Hurdle | 7 | 1 | 2 | 14.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| G | Similar Going | 8 | 2 | 4 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T only) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | J J Slevin | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | M Brassil | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Up in trip and may not have stayed when finishing 15th, beaten 45l, off 134 last time. Returns on the same mark, effective at 2m, and was progressive prior to that effort.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m on good - yielding and yielding - soft ground. Well beaten at 13-2 behind Champagne Kid when 15th of 16 on his latest outing in a hurdle race here over 2m 4f (good - yielding) in December last year.
Up in trip and may not have stayed when finishing 15th, beaten 45l, off 134 last time. Returns on the same mark, effective at 2m, and was progressive prior to that effort.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 8 | 2 | 1 | 25% | |
| Hurdle | 8 | 2 | 1 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 5 | 2 | 1 | 40% |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 8 | 3 | 1 | 37.5% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Anna McGuinness | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | W P Mullins | 9 | 3 | 1 | 33.3% |
Departed early when falling in a handicap hurdle last time. Effective at 2m and could still be progressing if able to put in a clear round on this occasion.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m on yielding - soft and soft - heavy ground. Fell at the 3rd when 8-1 at Navan over 2m 4f (soft - heavy) in a hurdle race won by Zanoosh last month on his latest outing.
Departed early when falling in a handicap hurdle last time. Effective at 2m and could still be progressing if able to put in a clear round on this occasion.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 12 | 2 | 6 | 16.7% | |
| Hurdle | 12 | 2 | 6 | 16.7% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 9 | 2 | 5 | 22.2% |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 1 | 3 | 14.3% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 14 | 2 | 6 | 14.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Niall Moore | 6 | 1 | 2 | 16.7% |
| T | P Fenton | 14 | 2 | 6 | 14.3% |
Needed the run and was not given a hard time when finishing down the field in a handicap hurdle here last time. Effective at 2m, though her overall profile remains inconsistent.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on yielding - soft ground. Well beaten at 11-2 behind Bowensonfire when 14th of 17 on her latest outing in a hurdle race over this course and distance (yielding) in December last year.
Needed the run and was not given a hard time when finishing down the field in a handicap hurdle here last time. Effective at 2m, though her overall profile remains inconsistent.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 7 | 1 | 1 | 14.3% | |
| Hurdle | 7 | 1 | 1 | 14.3% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Charlie O'Dwyer | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | W P Mullins | 6 | 1 | 0 | 16.7% |
Improved to get off the mark when winning a maiden hurdle at Punchestown by 8 1/2l last time. Effective at 2m, highly tried in bumpers, and may have more to offer now handicapping.
Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m 1f and 2m 2f on yielding - soft and soft - heavy ground. Won on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race when 8-11fav at Punchestown over 2m 1f (soft - heavy) last month, beating Springhill Warrior by 9l.
Improved to get off the mark when winning a maiden hurdle at Punchestown by 8 1/2l last time. Effective at 2m, highly tried in bumpers, and may have more to offer now handicapping.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% | |
| Hurdle | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 8 | 2 | 1 | 25% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | S Bowen | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | C Byrnes | 7 | 2 | 1 | 28.6% |
Ran to form but was unsuited by the way the race developed when comfortably held in the Greatwood Handicap Hurdle at Cheltenham last time. Effective at 2m and remains relatively unexposed.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m and 2m 1f on good - yielding and yielding ground. Finished 16l behind Alexei when sixth of 18 at 22-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Cheltenham over 2m (soft) in November last year.
Ran to form but was unsuited by the way the race developed when comfortably held in the Greatwood Handicap Hurdle at Cheltenham last time. Effective at 2m and remains relatively unexposed.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 7 | 2 | 0 | 28.6% | |
| Hurdle | 7 | 2 | 0 | 28.6% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T only) | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Conor Clarke | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | A J Martin | 13 | 2 | 1 | 15.4% |
Dual Grade 1 bumper winner who returned to form when beaten 3 1/2l off a 1lb lower mark at Punchestown last time. Effective over 2m-2m3f, though needs to recapture his peak level.
Winner of five NH flat races at 2m on ground varying from good to yielding, but last win was over two years ago. Third of 12 behind Linden Arden beaten 3 1/2l at 8-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Punchestown over 2m 3f (yielding) in December last year.
Dual Grade 1 bumper winner who returned to form when beaten 3 1/2l off a 1lb lower mark at Punchestown last time. Effective over 2m-2m3f, though needs to recapture his peak level.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| C | Course | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| D | Distance | 8 | 5 | 0 | 62.5% |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 1 | 0 | 20% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 15 | 6 | 1 | 40% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 75% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mark Walsh | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| T | John E & Kiely | 10 | 1 | 1 | 10% |
Pulled up in the Lawlor's of Naas Handicap Hurdle (Listed) last time. Returning from a long layoff, effective over 2m-2m4f, and may find conditions more suitable now.
Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 1m 7f and 2m on good and heavy ground. Pulled up having jumped the last when 22-1 at Punchestown over 2m 4f (yielding) in a hurdle race won by Hey Sunshine in May last year on his latest outing.
Pulled up in the Lawlor's of Naas Handicap Hurdle (Listed) last time. Returning from a long layoff, effective over 2m-2m4f, and may find conditions more suitable now.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% | |
| Hurdle | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (T only) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Sean O'Keeffe | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | W P Mullins | 6 | 2 | 1 | 33.3% |
Improved again when finishing strongly to land a handicap by 8 1/2l off a 13lb lower mark at Thurles last time. Effective at 2m, but a higher mark presents a stiffer task.
He has won two hurdle races and a chase from 2m to 2m 2f on ground varying from good - yielding to soft - heavy. Won on his latest outing in a hurdle race when 11-4fav at Thurles over 2m (yielding) in December last year, beating Fiver Friday by 9l.
Improved again when finishing strongly to land a handicap by 8 1/2l off a 13lb lower mark at Thurles last time. Effective at 2m, but a higher mark presents a stiffer task.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 9 | 3 | 2 | 33.3% | |
| Hurdle | 8 | 2 | 2 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (P only) | 5 | 3 | 1 | 60% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Calum Hogan | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | P J Rothwell | 9 | 3 | 2 | 33.3% |
Returned to form when handling slightly easier ground to win a novice hurdle at Cork by 3/4l last time. Effective at 2m, but faces a stronger test in this higher-grade handicap.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m and 2m 1f on good and yielding - soft ground. A winner at 11-4 in a hurdle race at Cork over 2m 1f (yielding - soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Youneedabitofluck by 3/4l.
Returned to form when handling slightly easier ground to win a novice hurdle at Cork by 3/4l last time. Effective at 2m, but faces a stronger test in this higher-grade handicap.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 10 | 2 | 4 | 20% | |
| Hurdle | 10 | 2 | 4 | 20% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & P) | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| HG | Cheek Pieces | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Michael Kenneally | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | D Hogan | 13 | 2 | 6 | 15.4% |
Blow best up in trip when 4l third in a graduation hurdle at Punchestown last time. Effective over 2m-2m3f and may show improvement now entering handicap company.
She has won three NH flat races from 1m 4f to 1m 5f on soft and heavy ground. Third of 14 behind Shabby Hill beaten 4l at 4-6fav on her latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Punchestown over 2m 3f (soft - heavy) last month.
Blow best up in trip when 4l third in a graduation hurdle at Punchestown last time. Effective over 2m-2m3f and may show improvement now entering handicap company.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Jumps Races | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Hurdle | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 3 | 1 | 60% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T & H) | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| HG | Hood | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Sean Cleary-Farrell | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | W P Mullins | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
Charles Byrnes bids for a fifth victory in this contest and has an excellent chance with the unexposed I STARTED A JOKE. The selection's overall bumper form reads well and having scored nicely at Punchestown in January, he appears to be better than his mark of 126. Former Cheltenham Bumper winner A Dream To Share also retains an attractive hurdling mark and while it is notable that Mark Walsh rides at his lowest weight 10st 2lb, he is unproven on really testing ground. Murcia is a smart performer and completes the shortlist along with Bowensonfire and Hello Neighbour.
A big field but I STARTED A JOKE makes a good bit of appeal. His trainer has won the race three times since 2018 and this one, who was beaten 11l in last season's Champion Bumper, finished behind classy sorts such as Road Exile and King Rasko Grey in maiden hurdles before getting off the mark in style at Punchestown latest. The 7lb rise for that ensured his place in this field and Sean Bowen looks a significany jockey booking, with him being an ideal type for the Martin Pipe after this. Bunting looks the pick of the Mullins brigade, just ahead of Murcia, the chosen mount of Paul Townend, but a bigger threat to the selection may come from Putapoundinthejar, who wasn't seen to best effect in the Greatwood last time.
Quickened, improved again when winning Mares' NH Flat Race (Listed) at Cheltenham by 3l last time; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on S and G; leading claims in this despite conceding weight all round.
Successful in two NH flat races at 2m on good - yielding and soft ground. Won on her latest outing in a NH flat race when 9-4fav at Cheltenham over 2m (soft) in November last year, beating Shotgun Shirley by 3l. Has won at Listowel this season.
Quickened, improved again when winning Mares' NH Flat Race (Listed) at Cheltenham by 3l last time; off a short-break; effective 2m, acts on S and G; leading claims in this despite conceding weight all round.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% | |
| NH Flat | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| HG | Today (T only) | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66.7% |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr J L Gleeson | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | T Cooper | 4 | 2 | 1 | 50% |
A promising debut when runner-up, beaten 3l in a Mares' bumper at Fairyhouse on her only start. Off a short break, she is effective at 2m on soft ground and improvement is likely.
Beaten 3l by Brosna Shine when second of 17 at 22-1 on her racecourse debut at Fairyhouse over 2m (soft) in December last year.
A promising debut when runner-up, beaten 3l in a Mares' bumper at Fairyhouse on her only start. Off a short break, she is effective at 2m on soft ground and improvement is likely.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| NH Flat | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 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 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr D G Lavery | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | G P Cromwell | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Confirmed debut promise, scored with plenty in hand when winning a Mares' bumper at Fairyhouse by 3l last time; off a short-break; effective at 2m1f, acts on soft and good to yielding; further improvement likely.
A winner at 7-2 in a NH flat race at Fairyhouse over 2m (soft) on her latest outing in December last year, beating Araminta by 3l.
Confirmed debut promise, scored with plenty in hand when winning a Mares' bumper at Fairyhouse by 3l last time; off a short-break; effective at 2m1f, acts on soft and good to yielding; further improvement likely.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% | |
| NH Flat | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr P A King | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| T | Stephen G Carey | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
Improved nicely on debut when winning a maiden point at Quakerstown by 20l last time. Off a short break, she was effective at 3m in points and brings plenty of potential to rules for a top yard.
A winner at 2-1fav in a point-to-point race at Quakerstown over 3m on her latest outing in November last year, beating After The Ball by 20l. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with Richard Busher.
Improved nicely on debut when winning a maiden point at Quakerstown by 20l last time. Off a short break, she was effective at 3m in points and brings plenty of potential to rules for a top yard.
| 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) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr H C Swan | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | G Elliott | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
Ran to form when getting off the mark in a Mares' bumper at Punchestown, winning by 2l last time. Effective over 2m–2m2f on soft and yielding ground, she is steadily progressing in bumpers.
A winner at 4-1 in a NH flat race at Punchestown over 2m 2f (yielding) on her latest outing in December last year, beating Luciole Des Bordes by 1 3/4l.
Ran to form when getting off the mark in a Mares' bumper at Punchestown, winning by 2l last time. Effective over 2m–2m2f on soft and yielding ground, she is steadily progressing in bumpers.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% | |
| NH Flat | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Miss J Townend | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | Stephen G Carey | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
Ran to her debut level when winning a Mares' bumper at Cork by a length last time. Effective at 2m on yielding to soft ground, and the comment suggests there may be more to come.
Won on her latest outing in a NH flat race when 5-2fav at Cork over 2m (yielding - soft) last month, beating Owning Flower by 1l.
Ran to her debut level when winning a Mares' bumper at Cork by a length last time. Effective at 2m on yielding to soft ground, and the comment suggests there may be more to come.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% | |
| NH Flat | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| Similar Going | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr F Maguire | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | M Hassett | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
Ran to form when finishing 8l third in a bumper here on her most recent run. Effective at 2m and acts with cut in the ground, but she needs more to be competitive at this level.
A winner of a NH flat race at 2m on soft ground. Third of 9 behind Keep Him Company beaten 8l at 16-1 on her latest outing in a NH flat race over this course and distance (good - yielding) in December last year.
Ran to form when finishing 8l third in a bumper here on her most recent run. Effective at 2m and acts with cut in the ground, but she needs more to be competitive at this level.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% | |
| NH Flat | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| CD | Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| C | Course | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| D | Distance | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Cl | Class 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr S Connor | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| T | S R B Crawford | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
Was too keen and did not get home when tried in a hood, finishing 24l fourth in a Mares' bumper at Punchestown on debut. Effective at 2m with cut, but needs to settle better.
Well beaten at 15-2 behind How's Hannah when fourth of 13 on her racecourse debut at Punchestown over 2m (soft - heavy) last month.
Was too keen and did not get home when tried in a hood, finishing 24l fourth in a Mares' bumper at Punchestown on debut. Effective at 2m with cut, but needs to settle better.
| 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 (H only) | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr R W Barron | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | A J Black | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
A promising debut under rules when winning an auction bumper at Naas by a short-head last time. Effective at 2m on heavy ground, and the comment indicates she surely has more to offer.
A winner at 20-1 in a NH flat race at Naas over 2m (soft - heavy) on her latest outing in December last year, beating Simply Natural by a short head.
A promising debut under rules when winning an auction bumper at Naas by a short-head last time. Effective at 2m on heavy ground, and the comment indicates she surely has more to offer.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| NH Flat | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| Conditions | |||||
| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Course | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Headgear | |||||
| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr A P Ryan | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | Peter Fahey | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
Yard won this last three runnings of race; travelled, found nil, needed run down the field in Henrietta Knight Mares' Open NH Flat Race (Listed) at Huntingdon most recent; trainer in form; effective 2m, acts on G; in good hands, could bounce back.
A winner of a NH flat race at 2m 1f on good - yielding ground. Beaten 12l behind Ti'mamzel at evens fav when 10th of 14 on her latest outing in a NH flat race at Huntingdon over 2m (soft) in December last year.
Yard won this last three runnings of race; travelled, found nil, needed run down the field in Henrietta Knight Mares' Open NH Flat Race (Listed) at Huntingdon most recent; trainer in form; effective 2m, acts on G; in good hands, could bounce back.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Flat Races | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| NH Flat | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| 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) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| Class & Handicap Rating | |||||
| Class 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| Connections | |||||
| J | Mr P W Mullins | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | W P Mullins | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| BF Was beaten favourite last time out | |||||
BROSNA SHINE won well on testing ground in December. By the same sire of Allaho and Epatante, the selection is out of a seven-time winning mare and having shown promise on debut behind the reopposing Wonderful Everyday last April, she returned with a smart winning effort at Fairyhouse. Celestial Tune scored on testing ground at Cheltenham in November. She is dependable and should feature at the business end. Wonderful Everyday disappointed at Huntingdon in December and comes here with a point to prove.
Celestial Tune is penalised for winning a Listed bumper at Cheltenham and it's doubtful she wants the ground this deep, so she may prove vulnerable despite her being best of these on what we've seen so far. Brosna Shine beat Araminta with a bit in hand last time and should confirm that form, but it might pay to side with the sole Mullins runner WONDERFUL EVERYDAY. Having made a winning debut at last season's Punchestown Festival, her next run in a Huntingdon bumper was underwhelming to say the least, but it's safe to assume that wasn't her true running and she can provide her trainer with a sixth win in the race since 2018 - two of his winners since then, Relegate and Bambino Fever just last year, have gone on to land the Champion Bumper.
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