9th November 2025
Nás Na Rí
Under The I.N.H.S.
Rules
Sunday 9th November 2025
Chairman: Manager:
Directors:
Mr. Dermot Cantillon
Mr. Aidan McGarry
Tel: o45 897391
E: goracing@naasracecourse.com W: www.naasracecourse.com
Mr. Dermot Cantillon, Mr. Barry Brennan, Mr. Richard Brophy, Mr. David Cox, Mr. R.J Osborne, Mr. William Power, Mr. M.J. Kinane, Ms. Margaret Scott
Receiver of Entries:
Stakeholder:
Medical Officers:
Veterinary Surgeons:
Farrier:
Horse Racing Ireland, Ballymany, The Curragh, Co Kildare. Horse Racing Ireland
Dr. M.G. Fay, Dr. M.A. Fay, Dr. B. Healy, Dr. Gerard Fay, Dr. J. Fay
Ms. Valerie Hyde M.V.B., M.R.C.V.S
Mr. Kevin McConnell M.V.B., M.R.C.V.S
Mr. Eamon Behan M.F., Mr. Sean Kelly M.F & Mr. John McAteer M.F.
Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board
The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board is responsible for the integrity of Irish Racing. In fulfiling this role, they provide Stewards and professional Officials at all racemeetings to ensure that their rules are properly observed. The following list of Stewards and Officials are officiating at today’s race meeting:
Raceday Stewards: Mr. N.B Wachman, Mr. Thomas Breen, Mr. Noel C. McCarthy, Mr. Neil McGrath & Mr. L. Walsh
Clerk of the Course: Mr. B. Sheridan
Asst. Clerk of the Course: Mr. N. Madden
Clerk of the Scales: Mr. P.L. Malone
Starter: Mr. J.R. Banahan
Judge: Mr. D. Maher
Handicapper: Mr. M. Weedon
Stewards Secretaries: Mr. C.J. Sweeney & Mr. A. Ring
Medical Officer: Dr. A. McGoldrick
Veterinary Officer: Ms. J. Taylor M.V.B., M.R.C.V.S.
Veterinary Assistants: Ms. C. Murphy & Mr. D.J. Condell
Security Officer: Mr. D. Buckley
Clerk of the Course
Aidan McGarry Racecourse Manager
Managers’ Welcome
On behalf of the board and team at Naas Racecourse, we are delighted to welcome you today to our first jumps fixture of the new season. The Return of the Jumps is always an exciting time of year and with a card featuring the Barberstown Castle Chase (Grade 3) and the SIS Brown Lad Handicap Hurdle (Listed), we look set for a high-class day of jumps racing to kick start the season.
Eddie
Moran Owner Liaison
The continued support of Barberstown Castle today is hugely appreciated and we are delighted to welcome Amanda Torrens and the team as our feature sponsor of the day. Based a little over 20 minutes from Naas, just outside Straffan, Barberstown Castle is a beautiful place to enjoyed fabulous food, and service in a special setting.
We are delighted to welcome SIS as new sponsors to Naas Racecourse and their backing of the valuable SIS Brown Lad Handicap Hurdle has been rewarded with a competitive field. We are thrilled to have Overlander Horseboxes back sponsoring today and you will see one of their boxes parked in the enclosure. The perfect combination of style and safety, the latter being incredibly important when transporting thoroughbreds across the country and the world. As a local company it is brilliant to have them, and the national hunt horses, back ‘on board’!
We also have local support from David Mongey’s Mongey Communications, whose work you will know well by the great big screens around the course and at other big sporting events throughout Europe, along with Oliver McKiernan’s Cavan Developments in their support of St Mary’s GAA who are holding their fundraiser in the Panoramic Restaurant today. Oliver is a family businessman building many houses in the area, he is also a trainer and his horses have a habit of running very well in his sponsored races, so keep an eye on his runners today.
The Irish European Breeders’ Fund continues to provide a vital boost to prizemoney all year round for owners across both codes and we have two strong races on the card for them today. Thanks to Nessa Joyce and the board of the Irish EBF for their continued backing of our National Hunt season here at Naas. Finally, amongst our sponsors, we also welcome back Gavin Lynch Racing, make sure to visit www.gavinlynchracing.com, where all of Gavin’s race previews, reviews and selections can be found. A huge fan of National Hunt Racing, Gavin is well known as one of Ireland’s top tipsters as well as the founder of Curragh To Curragh Charity Cycle, a charity that continues to raise huge sums of money for cancer research.
A big thank you to the owners, trainers, and stable staff of today’s runners, we wish everyone the best, both on and off the track. Last weekend, Naas Racecourse collected the Racecourse of the Year Award at the Association of Irish Racehorse Owners Awards for the fourth year in a row. This is a huge honour for Naas Racecourse and we thank all the owners around the country who voted for us. The management and board of Naas would also like to as those who work to make the owner and customer experience here at Naas so special – from the small teams in the office and track, to the casual raceday team who provide great support. Their hard work does not go unnoticed and we are very lucky to have them.
Today’s race meeting is our penultimate of the year and we are already looking forward to our Christmas Party Race Day on December 15th. There are many hospitality options available to kick-start the festive season, so be sure to visit www.naasracecourse.com for all ticket options, as well as to view our Christmas gifts, ranging from gift vouchers to racecourse memberships which our now on sale.
Best Wishes
Aidan McGarry Manager amcgarry@naasracecourse.com
As Chairman, I would like to welcome you all here today to our annual Corporate Race Day. The day is always an extremely enjoyable day providing an ideal opportunity for our members and friends to socialise and mingle in the comforting surroundings of Naas Racecourse.
I am particularly looking forward to the second race of the day, The Cavan Developments Home Builders Supporting St Marys GAA Maiden Hurdle.
A special thanks to Oliver Mc Kiernan and family who are great friends and have been loyal supporters of St Marys for many years. Oliver and Carmel, your ongoing support is very much appreciated and valued.
St Mary ’s GAA Club is one of the oldest GAA clubs in Dublin, founded in 1906, we promote Gaelic Football in the areas of Saggart, Rathcoole, Citywest and Brittas. These areas have had massive surges in population recently which has been mirrored by our increase in new juvenile members. However, our increasing membership numbers place a demand on already stretched resources which means fundraising days like today are vital to the Club.
ASTRO PROJECT!!
We are delighted to announce the most ambitious development project in the history of our club.
Construction is set to begin early in 2026 on a brand-new all-weather astro pitch at our club grounds in Saggart, along with a full upgrade of our main pitch to a state-ofthe-art, sand-based grass surface.
This investment will transform our facilities, allowing all our playing members to train and compete year-round, regardless of weather conditions.
The total cost of the project is estimated at €805,000. Thanks to the incredible support of our members, corporate sponsors, and grant funding, this entire development will be completely self-financed.
We are deeply grateful to everyone who continues to support the growth and future of our club. Below is an artist ’s impression of what our new club grounds will look like once the works are complete — a facility that will serve generations to come.
I want to express our sincere thanks to our Members and friends who supported today ’s event, without your generosity we could not operate. A special word of thanks to the organising Committee for arranging every aspect of this event … Thanks Bren, Dave and Sharon, not an easy task and again you went over and above to make sure it would be a success, much appreciated.
Lastly Thanks to Niamh & Milly and Naas Racecourse for their warm welcome and hospitality, always a superb service here.
I hope you all have a fantastic day and look forward to chatting to you all throughout the day
Jimmy Callaghan Chairman
Useful Information
ATM / Cash Back
We do not have an ATM on-site; however, we can provide cash back in our Raceday office. The Raceday office is located beside the turnstiles.
Bar Facilities
The Circle Bar is located on the ground floor of The Circle Building. The TOTE Bar is located on the ground floor of the Grandstand Building.
Betting
Bookmakers Ring is situated at the front of the Grandstand. Tote and Paddy Power shops are loacted in the Grandstand. Tote Operators are also located in The Post, The Circle, and The Panoramic Restaurant.
Car Park
For opening hours following the day of racing please check at the Raceday office.
Children’s Facilities
Creche facilities are run by Inspire Child Development Centre, located to the left as you enter via the turnstiles. The Creche is a free facility for our racegoers. It opens an hour before the first race and closes after the last race. The playground is situated below the Grandstand. Changing facilities are situated on the bottom floor of The Grandstand and The Circle.
Corporate Suites
Located on the Second Floor of the Grandstand Building.
Disabled Facilities
Toilet Facilities are situated on the ground floor of The Grandstand next to lower exit doors, by the men’s toilets, The Circle, and The Post. Parking is available directly outside the turnstiles. Our Parking attendants will be glad to assist you.
Goffs Owners & Trainers Lounge
The Goffs Owners & Trainers lounge is reserved for Owners & Trainers who have a runner on the day. The Lounge is located on the first floor of The Circle Building.
Where to Eat
The Panoramic Restaurant
Advance bookings are advised however please feel free to call up and check availability on the day.
The Post
A self-service restaurant open to all racegoers. We have a full carvery and a selection of cold dishes are available each Raceday.
The Café
Located on the ground floor of the Granstand. A selection of sandwiches, pastries, and tea/coffee is available on each Raceday.
Shuttle Buses
A free shuttle bus service is provided to racegoers on weekend race meetings, the shuttle bus drops you off at Sallins Train Station or Poplar Square (the centre of Naas Town). Please check in at the Raceday office for the shuttle bus times. Alternativley, if you wish to walk it takes approx 10 minutes to get to Poplar Square, if you exit via the Tipper Road entrance.
Taxi Contacts
Franks Taxi 085 2333 600
Seamus Taxi 085 8808 690
Naas Taxi 045 480480
*Taxi collection point is at the turnstile entrance. Please pre-book to suit your pick-up time.
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Racecourse Map
Racecourse Map
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or in the possession of, any person or persons using the racecourse lands and premises owned by Naas Racecourse
In the event of today’s meeting being abandoned before the start of the 2nd Race customers will be issued with a voucher which will gain them free admission to any one of the next three meetings. Should there will be no cash
for errors or omissions
It is a condition of entry to Naas Racecourse that patrons accept that Naas Racecourse or its agents, press or other photographers may capture photographic or moving images of Naas Racecourse’s patrons and that such patrons are aware than any such images may be utilised by Naas Racecourse, its parent or associated companies, together with its sponsors, for promotional and other purposes.
OF €14,500
(Generously sponsored by Mongey Communications) A representative from Mongey Communication will present a Newbridge Silverware Picture Frame to the winning Owner, and €50 to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. The winning owner will also receive a copy of The Centenary of Naas Racecourse Book.
WINNER €8,555 SECOND €2,900 THIRD €1,450 FOURTH €725 FIFTH €435 SIXTH €290
RACE CONDITIONS An extended handicap steeplechase for four years old and upwards that have not won a steeplechase before 1st February 2025, other than one hunters steeplechase within the previous two National Hunt seasons. (120 = 11st 12lbs). DECLARED 10
1
Jockey: Kieren Buckley
Me Wee Bonnie Lass (IRE) 15
Owner: Mark Coleman Bred by: Ms Danielle McSorley f Bay by Doyen - Vie En Rose (Croco Rouge) Career record 11 runs, 3 wins, 2 places Prize-money earned €30,911 Handicap Rating 117 6 11-12
Trainer: Gavin Cromwell Form 25/1
GOW 4 OCT 11rn beg.ch 2m 4f Yld 5/1 Conor Stone-Walsh 11.0 13L 5th of 6fn, 7rn to Cloonainra 10.7 LIST 24 SEP nov.ch 2m 3f 100yds Yld
2 Park The Giant (IRE) 131
Owner: Mike Neville Bred by: Grove View Stud Limited g Bay by Walk In The Park - Taleia (Dashing Blade) Career record 10 runs, 1 wins, 3 places Prize-money earned €12,077 Handicap Rating 115
Jockey: Brian Hayes
Trainer: Philip Fenton Form 6/1 Brian Hayes 11.5 46L last of 5fn, 6rn to Dark Note (GB) 11.5 TIPP 1
50/1 Niall Moore 11.5 47L 5th of 15fn, 18rn to Ile Atlantique (FR) 11.12 NAV 7 DEC 24 beg.ch 2m 4f 150yds Sft 4/1 Brian Hayes 11.5 3 1/4L 1/2L 3rd to Jasko Des Dames (FR) 11.9 PUN 15 NOV 24
3 The Lovely Man (IRE) 316
Owner: Wild Guy Syndicate Bred by: Mr John Hennessy g Chesnut by Mastercraftsman - Scripture (Sadler’s Wells) Career record 12 runs, 5 places Prize-money earned €14,467 Handicap Rating 114 6 11-09 T/S
Jockey: Keith Donoghue
3m Yld/Sft 9/1 Liam McKenna 11.7 4 3/4L 17L 3rd to Native Speaker 11.12 FAIR 12
Gd 11/2 Liam McKenna 11.7 1/2L 2L 5L 4th to Jasko
5 Ceroc (IRE) 17
Owner: Kay Russell Bred by: Edmond Kent g Bay by Champs Elysees - Skerries (Dr Fong)
Jockey: Phillip Enright
Jockey: Simon Torrens
Cayd Boy (FR) 198
Owner: John P McManus Bred by: M Yves Dreux g Bay by No Risk At All - La Collancelle (Sassanian) Career record 27 runs, 3 wins, 10 places Prize-money earned €77,612 Handicap Rating 108
Form 18/1 HR108 Aidan Kelly 11.7 16L 8th of 10fn, 11rn to Freddie Robdal 11.10
100yds Yld/Sft
16/1 HR114 Mark Walsh 11.8 (CP) (TS) 12L 8th of 11fn, 13rn to Luminous Light (GB) 11.7
chse 2m 160yds Sft
7
Jockey: Ricky Doyle
Form
Three In A Row (IRE) 181
Owner: John P McManus Bred by: Conor Murphy g Bay by Flemensfirth - Maid of Malabar (Oscar Schindler) Career record 12 runs, 1 wins, 3 places Prize-money earned €11,494 Handicap Rating 107
200yds Yld 5/1Fav HR105 Donagh Meyler 11.9 hd 6L 3rd to Birdsandthebees 10.10
Coffeys Forge (IRE)
9
Crecora Hills (IRE) 269
Owner:
Jockey:
Tell Nobody Nothin (IRE)
RACE 1 PREDICTOR
RACE VERDICT
Although winless over fences, CEROC is exceedingly consistent and took the runner-up spot once again at Clonmel despite jumping left and going this way around, which can help him. Mark Walsh rides Crecora Hills, which singles her out as worthy of consideration, while Rolly Bowley Boy is a danger if he can sort out his jumping and if he takes up the engagement. [Denis Harney]
Source: Racing Post
Boy, Rolly Bowley Boy
“Mighty trade sets store season alight”
Irish Field, Arkle Sale 2025
GOFFS ARKLE SALE
Part 1: 9-10 June | Part 2: 11 June 2026 in partnership with
USE OF CAMERAS & VIDEO EQUIPMENT
1. Use of Camera, Video, Computer and Telecommunications Equipment Non-compliance with the following provisions will constitute a serious breach of Naas Racecourse’s Terms & Conditions of Entry, as a result of which we shall have the right to cancel and withdraw any Ticket or other entitlements issued to you and eject you from the Racecourse. Use of cameras, video equipment, laptop and other computer equipment, mobile telephones and other telecommunications devices at the Racecourse is strictly controlled and limited. You are not permitted to make any commercial use of any audio/visual coverage, still images or data relating to racing at the Racecourse, without prior permission.
1.1 You shall not use any device or technology to capture, record, store, transmit or broadcast any data relating to any race, fixture or other race-related activity at the Racecourse, unless you are expressly permitted to do so by Condition 1.4.
1.2 In particular, you must not capture, record, store transmit (including live stream):
(a) any pictures of horses preparing for a race – including the Parade Ring;
(b) any pictures of jockeys preparing for a race – including Weighing Room and Parade Ring;
(c) any race (either at the Racecourse or any other racecourse) –this includes either “live” or pictures from the on-course CCTV;
(d) any data relating to any race (either at the Racecourse or any other racecourse) – e.g. odds, Going, colours and colour changes, jockey changes, results; or
(e) any activities in integrity areas (i.e. areas with limited access to Turf Club and designated staff at the Racecourse) – including Weighing Room, Judges Box, Stables and any area signed ‘officials only’.
1.3 The list in Condition 1.2 is indicative of the types of activity prohibited by Condition 1.1 but that list is not exhaustive.
1.4 You may use mobile devices and point-and-shoot or compact cameras to capture images for your own private and domestic use (but you shall not use professional level photography or filming equipment). The following rules apply:
(a) photography on the racing surface is strictly forbidden; (b) flash photography is strictly forbidden; and
(c) you must not allow a third party to use such images for any commercial purpose and will notify the Operator immediately if you become aware of any unauthorised use of those images.
1.5 You agree that all copyright and other intellectual property rights in any unauthorised still, audio, visual, audio-visual coverage or other data shall be assigned to us on creation. If these Conditions are not sufficient to give effect to this assignment you will do all such things and execute all such documents as we may require to transfer ownership of those rights to the Operator.
1.6 Unless specifically permitted by these Conditions, you shall not use mobile telephones or any other communications device whilst on the Racecourse to communicate with anyone outside the Racecourse for the purpose of or in connection with any betting.
1.7 We reserve the right to confiscate any camera, video equipment, mobile telephone, radio and any telecommunications or other device (including computer similar equipment) and any media or device upon which any audio/visual content or data may be stored that is in your possession and delete any such content if we believe you have breached or are likely to breach this condition.
AIRO Racecourse of the Year 2025
Naas Racecourse is incredibly proud to have received the Association of Irish Racehorse Owners’ Racecourse of the Year Award for the fourth consecutive year. We would like to extend our thanks to all owners for voting for us and for your continued support in choosing to run your horses here at Naas Racecourse.
We would like to congratulate everyone involved at Naas - Directors, full time staff, raceday team and our caterers Lily & Wild. This award is thanks to the efforts of everyone involved.
We look forward to continuing to bring you the very best in racing here at Naas.
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A representative from Cavan Developments will present a Newbridge Silverware Picture Frame of no intrinsic value to the winning Owner, and €50 to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. The winning owner will also receive a copy of The Centenary of Naas Racecourse Book.
WINNER €7,080 SECOND €2,400 THIRD €1,200 FOURTH €600 FIFTH €360 SIXTH €240 RACE CONDITIONS A hurdle for five years old and upwards, maidens at starting. WEIGHTS 11st 12lbs. Mares allowed 7lbs. DECLARED 18
1 Boston Fire (IRE) 260
Owner: Brendan Cawley Bred by: Mr B Cawley g Bay by Policy Maker - Boston Lily (Lord Americo)
Jockey: Kieren Buckley
Pulled up in both point-to-point
2
Cloneen To The Max (IRE)
161
Owner: Adrian Joseph Browne Bred by: Thistletown Stud g Bay by Sholokhov - Garraidubh (Mahler) Career
Jockey: Mr A J Browne (7)
2/1 A J Browne won 6L 7L from Mount Rinjani and Follow My Order BARTLEMY 11-MAY-25 5r4f Mdn 3m Gd 25/1 Mr A.J. Browne 11.7 14L 7th of 14 to
3 Earl Neigh (IRE) 234
Owner: Kay Russell Bred by: Morgan Kavanagh g Bay/Brown by Mahler - Lough Ennell (Scorpion)
Jockey: Philip Donovan (3)
Andrew Slattery
4
Lips Freedom (GER) 8
5
Mickey Hulie (IRE) 14
6
Mistyburn (IRE) 22
7
Murat (IRE) 98
Jockey: J J Slevin
Peaceinthevalley (FR)
Bernardine Mulryan Bred by: S C E A Team Hogdala France, High Valley Equine Ltd g Bay by Saint Des Saints - Peace Alexia (Alex The Winner) Career record 2 runs Prize-money earned €240
Trainer:
11.12 23L 5th of 12fn, 15rn to Lovely Hurling 11.12 here 8 FEB
Sft 6/1 Ms S Doyle u.r. in race won by Beaufort Breeze BALLINDENISK 05-MAY-24 14r6f Gelds Mdn 3m Gd pu-50 Star Rating HHIII
Port Authority (IRE) 252
Owner: Mrs L Rabson & BJM Limited Bred by: E Phelan g Chesnut by Doyen - Fuschia Belle (Presenting)
Jockey: Jack Kennedy
Trainer: Gordon Elliott Form 5/1 J W Hendrick won 8L 6L from Karting Ko (FR) and A Mighty King BORRIS HOUSE 02-MAR-25 13r6f Gelds
10 Rusty Harkness (GB)
Shanroe Nelson (IRE) 565
Snugsborough Force (IRE)
Jockey: Keith Donoghue
The Guinness Boys (IRE)
Owner: Stephen R Power Bred by: Victor Connolly g Bay by Jukebox Jury - Belle Again (Shantou) Career record 3 runs Prize-money
6L 4th to Gameball 11.12 PUN 15
13rn
33/1 Keith Donoghue 11.12 15th of 17fn, 18rn to I’ll Sort That 11.12 LIST 24 SEP
Themorethemerrier (GB)
hdl 2m 95yds
15 Between Friends (IRE) 191
16
Chocolate Truffles (IRE) 179
17
Cool Summer (IRE) 24
Gd/Yld 14/1 Mr B. O’Neill 11.11 (H) 14L 7th of 10 to Early Bird 11.4 TRAM 31 MAY Bumper 2m 50yds Gd/Yld 478-738
Rating HHIII Verdict Okay efforts
18 Somersby Roost (IRE)
Owner:
5/1 J P O’Rourke 22L 6th to Bly Manor LISRONAGH 23-MAR-25 10r6f Mares Mdn 3m Yld 12/1 J P O’Rourke 11L 2nd to Kap De Cerisy (FR) BELCLARE 09-MAR-25 6r3f Mares Mdn 3m Gd/Yld p-261
Verdict Won fourth point-to-point start and now sports tongue-tie for rules debut Probable SP: 15/1
T/S ON No. 1, 6, 10, 12, 18 Hood ON No. 4, 7, 17
LAST YEAR 1st Spasiba, 2nd Beauforts Storm, 3rd Fairyland Opera TRAINER W P Mullins WEIGHT 11-12 TIME 3m 59.40 secs GOING gd-yld
BETTING FORECAST 2 Port Authority, 9-4 Murat, 11-2 Rusty Harkness, 10 Chocolate Truffles, 15 Between Friends, Somersby Roost, 16 Peaceinthevalley, 22 Themorethemerrier, 25 Cool Summer, Earl Neigh, 33 Mickey Hulie, Mistyburn, The Guinness Boys, 40 Cloneen To The Max, Lips Freedom, 50 Snugsborough Force, 66 Boston Fire, 125 Shanroe Nelson
RACE 2 PREDICTOR
The Racing Post Predictor is a ‘Computer Generated’ predicted outcome of the race in visual form, generated by an algorithm of key factors (including eg current form, ratings and going.)
Selection MURAT
RACE VERDICT
Purchased for 200,000GBP following his debut point-to-point success, Port Authority should have a bright future. Rusty Harkness is also an interesting contender and any market support from him would be notable. However, MURAT is unbeaten following two bumper wins, the latest of which came in a Galway festival winners’ contest and he may be able to continue his streak. [Denis Harney]
Source: Racing Post
Selection: MURAT Next Best: Rusty Harkness
RACE RESULT
1.20pm RACE 3
OF €22,500
(Generously sponsored by Overlander Vehicles)
A representative from Overlander Horseboxes will present a Trophy of no intrinsic value to the winning Owner, Trainer, and Jockey of the race, and €100 to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. The winning owner will also receive a copy of The Centenary of Naas Racecourse Book.
WINNER €13,275 SECOND €4,500 THIRD €2,250 FOURTH €1,125 FIFTH €675
RACE CONDITIONS A novice hurdle for four years old only that have not won more than two hurdle races (excluding Academy Hurdles and 3-y-o Junior N.H. Hurdles) and have not won a Grade 1, Grade 2 or Grade 3 weight-for-age hurdle race. WEIGHTS 11st. Fillies allowed 7lbs. DECLARED 5
1
Positive Energy (IRE) 28
Owner:
4/1 HR93 Calum Hogan 10.12 won 5L 7 1/2L from Centaq 10.8 and You Make Me
hcp hdl (0-100)2m 1f
3
Hopeful Hero (IRE) 9
Owner: Cool Out Again Syndicate Bred by: Mr Chris McHale g Bay by Raven’s Pass - Time Passes (Dalakhani) Career record 8 runs, 5 places Prize-money
Jockey: Donagh Meyler Trainer: T Hogan Form 10/1 Mr Alan O’Sullivan 10.13
Our Lucky Lady (IRE) 16
5 Super Exceed (IRE) 7
RACE 3 PREDICTOR
RACE VERDICT
The top-rated of these is POSITIVE ENERGY courtesy of a heavy ground debut hurdles win and although he disappointed on his subsequent start, softer conditions will suit here and the booking of Paul Townend is a positive. The selection would give Our Lucky Lady 25lb on the Flat, but she has been turned inside out over timber and confirmed her debut promise when easily winning last time, yet softer conditions are a question mark. Similar ground concerns arise for the dependable bumper performer Hopeful Hero, while Tir Og is also a model of consistency. [Denis Harney]
Source: Racing Post
Selection: POSITIVE ENERGY
Next Best: Our Lucky Lady
IRISH STALLION FARMS
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Irish Stallion Farms will contribute €3.1 million towards Irish prize-money in 2025, bringing our total investment to over €63m since the foundation of the Irish EBF in 1983.
1.52pm RACE 4
Distance 2m2f200y THE IRISH STALLION FARMS EBF MAIDEN HURDLE OF €15,000
(A race in the I.N.H. Stallion Owners Hurdle Series for future chasers) (Generously sponsored by the Irish EBF (€3,000))
A representative from The Irish European Breeders Fund will present a Irish EBF Decantor of no intrinsic value to the winning Owner, and €100 to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. The winning owner will also receive a copy of The Centenary of Naas Racecourse Book.
WINNER €8,850 SECOND €3,000 THIRD €1,500 FOURTH €750 FIFTH €450 SIXTH €300
RACE CONDITIONS A hurdle for four years old and upwards, maidens at starting that are EBF eligible and that have not run under any Rules of Racing as a two or three yr old. WEIGHTS 11st 12lbs. Mares allowed 7lbs. DECLARED 12
1
Bridge View Star (IRE) 22
2 Bulgaden Castle (IRE) 13
to Mister Pessimistic LOUGHANMORE 19-APR-25 11r3f Gelds Mdn 3m Gd/Yld 10/1 E M Nugent 5th to Hardly Surprising BALLYCAHANE 02-MAR-25 8r7f Gelds
3 Dontcavein (IRE) 15
Owner: P McCormack Bred by: Mr P McCormack g Bay by Court Cave - Dantes Firth (Flemensfirth) Career record 1 runs Prize-money earned €800
Jockey: Eoin Walsh Trainer: Ciaran Murphy Form 66/1 Eoghan Finegan 10.13 8L 4 3/4L 8L 4th to L’
5/1 E Finegan 99+L 6th to Starzand DROMAHANE 30-DEC-24 13r6f Gelds Mdn 3m Yld/Sft 6/1 E Finegan u.r. in race won by Tell The Tale MOIG SOUTH 24-NOV-24 5r4f Mdn 3m Sft 4u6-4
Made little impact in point starts
4 Fruit De Mer (IRE)
Rating HHIII
5
Jockey: Kieren Buckley
Fun Daddy (IRE)
Owner: Crevan O’Grady & C O’Neill Bred by: Maurice Stack g Bay by Jet Away - Elea Bee (Beneficial)
6
Jockey: Ben Harvey
Garde My Fortune (IRE) 334
Owner: Karl Thornton Bred by: Vambeck Bloodstock Ltd g Brown by Soldier of Fortune - Kalygarde (Kapgarde) Career record 3 runs
Karl Thornton Form 250/1 Ben Harvey 11.12 33L 12th of 13fn, 14rn to You Oughta Know 11.12
250/1 Gavin Brouder 11.7 p.u. in race won by The Big Westerner 11.5 PUN
11/1 Ben Harvey 11.12 37L 8th of 10fn, 11rn to Ballybrittas
7 Head To Capri (IRE) 43
Owner: Darragh McDonagh Bred by: Grange Stud g Bay by Capri - Ivy Queen (Green Desert) Career record 1 runs
Jockey: Alex Harvey
John C McConnell Form 25/1 Mark McDonagh 11.7 p.u.
8
Jockey: Mark Walsh
Lar Na Pairce (IRE)
Owner: John P McManus Bred by: Mrs Noreen McManus g Brown by Maxios - Glorious Feeling (Old Vic)
Newbrook Diamond (IRE)
Owner:
Jockey: Jack Kennedy Trainer: Gordon Elliott Form 7/2 K P Healy won 2L 18L from Court Compliance and Bellahill (GB) OLDCASTLE 30-MAR-25 10r6f Gelds Mdn 3m Yld 6/4FF J Dunne r.o. in race won by Ubatuba DARAMONA HOUSE 16-MAR-25 11r9f Gelds Mdn 3m Yld/Sft r1
10 Sunrise Strider (IRE)
160
Owner: Michael J McDonagh Bred by: Annie Twomey g Bay by Pillar Coral - According To Grace (Robin des Pres) Career record 1 runs
Jockey: Sean O’Keeffe
Trainer: Michael J McDonagh Form 50/1 Sean O’Keeffe 11.7 32L 9th of 12fn, 15rn to Day Trader (FR) 11.7 LIST 2 JUN
11 Invincible Oscar (IRE) 41
Owner: Mrs Shauna Kelly Bred by: P J Reynolds f Chesnut by Getaway - Oscar Star (Oscar) Career record 3 runs 4 11-05
Jockey: Conor Stone-Walsh
12
Walking In Mayo (IRE)
Owner: Alberta Capital Ltd Bred by: Grove View Stud Limited f Bay by Walk In The Park - Katiebyrne (St Jovite) Career record 1 runs Prize-money earned €200 5 11-05
Jockey: Tiernan Power Roche (5)
BETTING FORECAST 11-10 Fruit De Mer, 6-4 Newbrook Diamond, 10 Bridge View Star, Lar Na Pairce, 15 Fun Daddy, 25 Dontcavein, 28 Bulgaden Castle, 33 Head To Capri, 50 Walking In Mayo, 66 Sunrise Strider, 125 Garde My Fortune, Invincible Oscar
RACE 4 PREDICTOR
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Selection FRUIT DE MER
RACE VERDICT
Demoted to second after causing interference on bumper debut at Limerick, FRUIT DE MER was an easy point-to-point winner and can make amends on his first try over hurdles. Newbrook Diamond makes his rules debut after being bought by connections following a point-to-point win on his second attempt and he should give the selection most to do. [Denis Harney]
Source: Racing Post
Selection: FRUIT DE MER
Next Best: Fun Daddy
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Distance 2m4f THE SIS BROWN LAD HANDICAP HURDLE OF €45,000 (LISTED RACE)
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A representative from SIS will present a Crystal Trophy of no intrinsic value to the winning Owner, and €100 to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. The winning owner will also receive a copy of The Centenary of Naas Racecourse Book.
WINNER €26,550 SECOND €9,000 THIRD €4,500 FOURTH €2,250 FIFTH €1,350 SIXTH €900
RACE CONDITIONS An extended handicap hurdle for four years old and upwards that at entry have run at least four times in hurdle races. DECLARED 14
1
Staffordshire Knot (IRE) 202
Owner: Gigginstown House Stud
Bred by: Mr D Laverty & Mr A Kingham g Bay by Shantou - Ned’s Joy (Oscar)
Career record 12 runs, 2 wins, 4 places Prize-money earned €48,781 Handicap Rating 137
Jockey: Carl Millar (5) Trainer: Gordon Elliott Form 25/1 HR139 Sam Ewing 11.3 (BK) 24L 9th of 10 to Maxxum 11.8 FAIR 21 APR
Sam Ewing 11.4 (BK) 9L 9th of 26 to Jimmy du Seuil (FR) 11.7 CHELTENHAM 12 MAR
/Sft
Jack Tudor 12.0 (CP) 47L last of 10 to Super Survivor 10.10 HUNTINGDON 23 JAN hcp
265-099 Star
Owner: Darren Cahill & Mrs Mary Furlong & Michael P Byrne Bred by: M G Ronayne g Bay/Brown by Milan - Inchiquin High (Mountain High) Career record 10 runs, 3 wins, 4 places Prize-money earned €151,434 Handicap Rating 135
Jockey: Keith Donoghue Trainer: Gavin Cromwell Form 11/4Fav HR130 Conor Stone-Walsh 9.13 won 3 1/4L nk
16rn
2m 5f 107yds Yld 40/1 Keith Donoghue 11.12 10L 6th of 12fn, 13rn to Jeannot Lapin (FR) 11.12 LEP 27 DEC
1f Gd/Yld 12/1 Keith Donoghue 11.12 56L 9th of 15fn, 18rn to Ile Atlantique (FR) 11.12 NAV 7 DEC
Lacks a recent run but his hurdles mark is 8lb lower than his
3 Eagles Reign (IRE) 36
Owner: T J Ward Bred by: Mohammed Hamad Khalifa Al-Attiyah g Bay by Gleneagles - Nacre (Deep Impact) Career record 21 runs, 2 wins, 4 places Prize-money earned €73,713 Handicap Rating 130
Jockey: Shane Markey (7)
Form 20/1 HR130 Shane Markey 11.5 (BK) u.r. in race won by Custom Taylor 11.3 GOW 4
25/1 HR127 Tom Harney 10.11 (BK) 6 1/2L 2nd to Glen Kiln 10.12 FAIR 21 APR 14rn
40/1 HR128 Tom Harney 10.12 (BK) 16L 11th of 19 to Will
Jockey: Kieren Buckley
Saddex - Gratia Plena
5
Spillane’s Tower (IRE) 193
Owner:
6
Jockey: Paul Townend
Sysko (FR) 43
Owner: Donald Galt Bred by: E A R L Haras Du Luy g Brown by Bathyrhon - Poligirl (Poliglote) Career record 5 runs, 2 wins, 1 places Prize-money earned €16,980 Handicap Rating 126
Sommesky (IRE)
Owner: Graiglore Limited Bred by: Ms Sally Bateson g Chesnut by Soldier of Fortune - Mazaryne (Protektor)
record 5 runs, 2 wins, 1 places Prize-money earned €22,532 Handicap Rating 125
Jockey: Darragh O’Keeffe Trainer: Henry de Bromhead Form 9/2 HR127 Rachael Blackmore 11.1 20L 6th of 8 to Gaucher (GB) 11.8 here 9 MAR nov.hdl Grade 3 2m 7yds Sft 33/1 Rachael Blackmore 11.10 34L 7th of 9fn, 12rn to Final Demand 11.10 LEP 1 FEB nov.hdl Grade 1 2m 6f 53yds Sft
5/6Fav Mike O’Connor 11.6 won 6 1/2L 3/4L from Custom Taylor 11.8 and Prophet’s Corner 10.13 LIM 29 DEC 24 14rn mdn hdl 2m 3f Yld/Sft 141-76 Star Rating HHHII
Verdict Found 2m too sharp in a Grade 2 novice race here in March, respected on overall form Probable SP: 8/1 8
Pour Les Filles (GB) 15
Owner: K Haughey & Laura Haughey & Kieran T Byrne
Bred by: R D & Mrs J S Chugg g Bay by Pour Moi - Ravello Bay (Supreme Leader) Career record 7 runs, 2 wins, 3 places Prize-money earned €21,710 Handicap Rating 124 7 10-13
Jockey: Jack Kennedy
Form Jack Kennedy 11.5 26L 7th of 13 to Conman John 11.5 CHELTENHAM
1/9Fav HR124 Jack Kennedy 11.12 won 9L 20L from Bold Rhyme 11.4 and Isn’t He Westie 10.11 DWNP 10 OCT 4rn mdn hdl 2m 5f 180yds Yld 11/10Fav Danny Gilligan 11.12 nk 2nd to Putapoundinthejar 11.4
Digby (IRE) 15
Owner: Alan E Smith Bred by: Mrs P J Conway g Bay by Tobougg - Calissee (Ocean of Wisdom) Career record 31 runs, 5 wins, 10 places Prize-money earned €96,453 Handicap Rating 121
Jockey: Patrick M O’Brien (5) Trainer: Dermot Anthony McLoughlin Form 40/1 HR123 Liam McKenna
10
Jockey: Brian Hayes
Linden Arden (IRE) 25
Owner: John P Bowe Bred by: John Bowe g Bay by Jet Away - Solerina (Toulon) Career record 21 runs, 4 wins, 4
11 Catch The Beast (IRE) 245
Owner: Edward Cawley Bred by: Edward Cawley g Bay by Walk In The Park - Catchmenow (Catcher In The Rye) Career record 12 runs, 1 wins Prize-money earned €12,185 Handicap Rating 119
Jockey: Eoin Walsh Trainer: Edward Cawley
12 Letos (FR) 34
Owner: Mrs P Crampton & Oliver Crampton Bred by: M Pierre Tardieu De Maleissye Melun g Bay by Beaumec De Houelle - Sainte Apoline (Nickname)
Jockey: Danny Mullins
Trainer: Anthony Mullins Form 5/4 HR120 Danny Mullins 11.4 6 1/2L 2nd to Ace Brannigan 11.4 TIPP 6 OCT 11rn mdn hdl 2m 100yds Gd/Yld 11/4 Danny Mullins 11.12 3 1/4L 2nd to Locked Box 11.7 FAIR 22 APR 24rn mdn hdl 2m 3f 180yds Sft 4/1 HR122 Mr B.T. Stone 10.11 8L 1 3/4L 6 1/2L 4th to Lightkeeper 11.5 WEX 4 APR 10rn Ext hcp chse 2m 3f 100yds Yld/Sft 372-422 Star Rating HHHII
Verdict Still a maiden but not a forlorn hope here, probably found 2m inadequate at Tipperary Probable SP: 10/1
13 Positive Thinker (IRE) 371
Owner: Michael J McDonagh Bred by: P Brogan g Bay by Ocovango - Clip Her Tail (Old Vic) Career record 21 runs, 3 wins, 14 places Prize-money earned €75,251 Handicap Rating 113
Jockey: Sean O’Keeffe
Trainer: Michael J McDonagh
LAST YEAR 1st The Busy Fool, 2nd Park Of Kings, 3rd Sir Allen TRAINER P J Rothwell WEIGHT 9-11 TIME 4m 54.10 secs GOING gd-yld BETTING FORECAST 2 Spillane’s Tower, 9-2 Sysko, 11-2 Backtonormal, 8 Sommesky, 9 Positive Thinker, 10 Letos, Pour Les Filles, The Nagger Reidy, 14 Linden Arden, 18 Staffordshire Knot, 25 Eagles Reign, 33 Catch The Beast, 50 Digby, In Excelsis Deo
RACE 5 PREDICTOR
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Selection SYSKO
RACE VERDICT
It hardly needs to be said that topclass chaser Spillane’s Tower sticks out a mile, but there is probably value in opposing him in view of the fact that his technique has not been publicly tested for so long. With 7lb claimed off bottom weight THE NAGGER REIDY is suggested as a viable each-way alternative. Sysko and Letos appeal as likely future handicap winners and could feature in an intriguing contest, along with Leopardstown Chase winner Backtonormal. [Alan Sweetman]
Source: Racing Post
Selection: THE NAGGER REIDY Next Best: Spillane’s Tower
RACE RESULT
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3.02pm RACE 6
(Registered as the Poplar Square Steeplechase) (Generously sponsored by Barberstown Castle Hotel)
A representative from Barberstown Castle Hotel will present Belleek Pottery to the winning Owner, Trainer, and Jockey, and €100 & a Voucher for the Garden Bar in Barberstown Castle Hotel to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. The winning owner will also receive a copy of The Centenary of Naas Racecourse Book.
WINNER €22,125 SECOND €7,500 THIRD €3,750 FOURTH €1,875 FIFTH €1,125
RACE CONDITIONS A steeplechase for four years old and upwards that have not won a steeplechase before 5th May, 2024. WEIGHTS 4-y-o 10st 11lbs; 5-y-o and up 11st 1lbs. Mares allowed 7lbs. DECLARED 5 Distance 2m THE BARBERSTOWN CASTLE STEEPLECHASE OF €37,500 (GRADE 3)
1 Champ Kiely (IRE) 194
Owner: Miss M A Masterson Bred by: Ian Dullea g Bay by Ocovango - Cregg So (Moscow Society) Career record 12 runs, 7 wins, 3 places Prize-money
2 Ile Atlantique (FR) 194
Owner: Tony Bloom Bred by: M Pierre Julienne g Brown by Coastal Path -
3 Only By Night (IRE)
192
Owner: Robcour Bred by: Mrs J W Prior-Wandesforde f Bay by Affinisea - Leyhill (Getaway) Career record 12 runs, 6 wins, 5 places Prize-money earned €181,416 Handicap Rating 148
Jockey: Keith Donoghue
Gavin Cromwell Form 5/1 HR150 Keith Donoghue 11.5 14L 2nd to Majborough (FR) 11.12 PUN 1 MAY 6rn nov.ch Grade 1 2m 75yds Yld Keith Donoghue 11.0 3/4L 2nd to Jango Baie (FR) 11.7 CHELTENHAM 11 MAR 5rn
311-122
K.M. Donoghue 11.7 won 1L 8L from Kilbarry Saint (FR) 11.2 and Georgi Girl 11.2 EXETER 9
Progressive last season, 3-5 over fences, needs
Owner: Mark R D Fleming & T Westropp Bennett Bred by: M Fleming & T Westropp Bennett g Bay by Arcadio - Great Jane (Great Palm)
5 Inthepocket (GB) 308
Owner:
Jockey:
RACE 6 PREDICTOR
RACE VERDICT
This is puzzling despite the compact field. The conditions of the race sway the vote in the direction of INTHEPOCKET who runs well fresh and comes from a bang-in-form top stable. Besides, at this stage, he may be more comfortable at this trip than Champ Kiely, who signed off in the spring with a 3m1f Grade 1 win. Only By Night had smart 2m form as a novice. Ile Atlantique blotted his record before the break. [Alan Sweetman] Source: Racing Post
Selection: INTHEPOCKET Next Best: Champ Kiely
RACE RESULT
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3.02pm RACE 6
Distance 2m THE BARBERSTOWN CASTLE STEEPLECHASE OF €37,500 (GRADE 3)
(Registered as the Poplar Square Steeplechase) (Generously sponsored by Barberstown Castle Hotel)
WINNER €22,125 SECOND €7,500 THIRD €3,750 FOURTH €1,875 FIFTH €1,125
RACE CONDITIONS A steeplechase for four years old and upwards that have not won a steeplechase before 5th May, 2024. WEIGHTS 4-y-o 10st 11lbs; 5-y-o and up 11st 1lbs. Mares allowed 7lbs. DECLARED 5
(Generously sponsored by Gavin Lynch Racing) A representative from Gavin Lynch Racing will present a Newbridge Silverware Picture Frame of no intrinsic value to the winning Owner, and €100 to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. The winning owner will also receive a copy of The Centenary of Naas Racecourse Book.
WINNER €7,375 SECOND €2,500 THIRD €1,250 FOURTH €625 FIFTH €375 SIXTH €250 RACE CONDITIONS A steeplechase for four years old and upwards that have not won a steeplechase. WEIGHTS 4-y-o 11st 4lbs; 5-y-o and up 11st 12lbs. Mares allowed 7lbs. DECLARED 16
1 Beckett Rock (IRE) 192
Owner: Michael O’Flynn Bred by: Rockfield Farm g Bay by Kayf Tara - Ladysingstheblues (Robin des Champs) Career record 7 runs, 2 wins, 1 places Prize-money earned €21,222
Jockey: Darragh O’Keeffe Trainer:
2 But What (IRE) 365
Owner: Mrs Margaret Slattery Bred by: Mrs Margaret Slattery g Bay by Affinisea - Lady Aoife (Beneficial) Career record 4 runs, 2 wins, 2 places Prize-money earned €19,637
Cian Quirke
2m Gd p21-3-1-
(TS)
3
Goraibhmaithagat (IRE)
203 Owner: John P McManus Bred by: Mrs Noreen McManus g Bay by Flemensfirth - There Is No Point (Galileo) Career record 4 runs, 1 wins, 2 places Prize-money earned €16,215
Jockey: Keith Donoghue
C A Murphy Form 7/2Fav HR130 Aidan Kelly 11.3 21L 9th of 14fn, 15rn to Krak (FR) 10.10
Grade 3 2m 7yds Sft 11/8Fav Simon Torrens 12.0 7L 2nd to The Great Nudie 11.5 PUN 27 JAN 7rn nov.hdl 2m 3f 56yds Hvy 11-229
4 Hello Jack (IRE) 14
Owner: Always Optimists Syndicate Bred by: J Houlihan g Bay/Brown by Wings of Eagles - Queen of The Hill (Bob Back) Career record 4 runs, 3 places Prize-money
Jockey: Jordan Gainford Trainer: Gordon Elliott
5 Icare D’aubrelle (FR) 203
Owner:
6 Irish Panther (GB)
Owner:
Jockey: Kieren Buckley
Jacob’s Ladder (IRE) 219
(FR)
9 Moudan (IRE) 255
10
Park Of Kings (IRE) 192
Owner:
Jockey:
11 Pure Steel (IRE) 296
Owner: John P McManus Bred by: Margaret Vaughan g Bay by Yeats - Beaus Polly (Presenting) Career record 2 runs, 1 wins, 1 places
Jockey: Simon Torrens
12
Raglan Road (IRE) 190
Owner:
13
Supreme Jet (IRE) 558
15
The Wallpark (IRE) 218
Owner:
Raffles Dolce Vita (FR) 230
Owner:
Jockey: J J Slevin
LAST YEAR 1st Farren Glory, 2nd Ho My Lord, 3rd Clonshire River TRAINER Gordon Elliott WEIGHT 11-12 TIME 4m 11.90 secs GOING good
Trainer: Thomas Gibney
BETTING FORECAST 7-4 The Wallpark, 6 Beckett Rock, Jacob’s Ladder, 12 Goraibhmaithagat, Irish Panther, Park Of Kings, 14 But What, 16 Icare d’Aubrelle, More Coko, Pure Steel, 20 Raffles Dolce Vita, Raglan Road, The Busy Fool, 25 Moudan, 50 Hello Jack, Supreme Jet
RACE 7 PREDICTOR
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Selection THE WALLPARK
RACE VERDICT
Even allowing for the stiffness of this track, many of these novices probably need further to shine. That remark applies to The Wallpark who arguably makes the most appeal on hurdles form. Perhaps BECKETT ROCK will prove versatile enough since his hurdle wins were achieved at around 2m.
Source: Racing Post
Selection: BECKETT ROCK Next Best: The Wallpark
RACE RESULT
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4.10pm RACE 8
€11,000
(A Race in the Weatherbys Ireland/I.T.B.A. N.H. Fillies Bonus Scheme (in association with The Irish Field) (Generously sponsored by the Irish EBF (€1,000)
A representative from The Irish European Breeders Fund will present a Irish EBF Decantor of no intrinsic value to the winning Owner, and €100 to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. The winning owner will also receive a copy of The Centenary of Naas Racecourse Book.
WINNER €6,490 SECOND €2,200 THIRD €1,100 FOURTH €550 FIFTH €330 SIXTH €220
RACE CONDITIONS An I.N.H. flat race for four years old and upwards mares only that have not won a race under any N.H. Rules or Rules of Racing (excluding Academy Hurdles and 3-y-o Junior N.H. Hurdles) that are EBF eligible. WEIGHTS 11st 11lbs. DECLARED 14 Distance 2m
1 Abitofasort (IRE)
Owner: Mrs Annette Coogan, J.M. O’Reilly, Frank Condra Bred by: Noel Finegan f Bay by Galileo Gold - Dessert Flower (Intikhab) 6 11-11 T/S
Jockey: Cian Cullinan (7)
Half-sister
2 Alpha Zeta (FR) 183
Owner: Alpha Partnership Bred by: M Francois - Marie Cottin f Bay by Doctor Dino - Princesse D’anjou (Nononito) Career record 4 runs, 3 places Prize-money earned €3,455
Jockey: Mr B Doyle Murphy (7)
18/1 R. Deegan 11.7 5 1/2L 9L 3rd to Cameletta
3
Trainer: J G Coogan Star Rating HIIII
Liz Doyle
mdn hdl 2m 4f 150yds Yld/Sft 6/1 Mr J.L. Gleeson 11.0 8 1/4L 5th of 16fn, 17rn to Eaglewood 10.12 TIPP 4 JUL 24 Bumper 2m Yld
An Lachin Beag (IRE)
Owner: Darren Byrne Bred by: Thomas Anthony Geoghegan f Chesnut by Berkshire - Mallards In
Jockey: Paddy Cleary (7)
4
Erika De Champs (IRE)
Owner:
Jockey: Eoghan Finegan (7)
5
Jockey: Mr D Allen (7)
Fromjago’stomilan (IRE)
Owner: Terence O’Brien Bred by: Rea Restaurant Ltd f Bay by Milan - Flaviana (Flemensfirth)
6 Lady Hotham (GB) 190
Lost Features (IRE) 336
9
Northernlightsky (IRE)
M O’Rourke 57L 7th to Coral Sunset TATTERSALLS 18-MAY-25 12r7f Mares Mdn 3m Gd 8/1 S J Butler fell in race won by Hilltop Duchess CURRAGHMORE 20-APR-25 12r3f
10
Ode To Joy (IRE) 154
Owner: Andrew Kiernan Bred by: Andrew Kiernan f Bay by Elusive Pimpernel - Salon Musique (Black Sam Bellamy) Career record 1 runs 5 11-11
Jockey: Caragh Monaghan (7)
Trainer: William J McLernon Form 80/1 Caragh Monaghan 10.11
11 Question Piege (FR) 14
Owner:
12
Jockey: Mr D L Queally
Shadys Lady (IRE) 41
Owner: Ms Bridget Eileen O’Mahony Bred by: Mrs Breda Spillane f Bay by Malinas - Orah Hall (Saddlers’ Hall)
13
Simply Natural (GB) 202
Owner:
14 Torpille Dagrostis (FR) 202
Owner:
N McParlan 3.1/2L 2nd to Glory Be To Sea LOUGHANMORE 19-OCT-24 9r6f Mares Mdn 3m Yld 2-2 Star Rating HHHHH
Verdict Had almost 7l spare over favourite Simply Natural at Cork; looks the one to beat now Probable SP: 15/8 T/S ON No. 1 Hood ON No. 12
LAST YEAR 1st Carrigmoornaspruce, 2nd Galileo Springs, 3rd Lau And Shaz TRAINER Declan Queally WEIGHT 11-11 TIME 4m 7.00 secs GOING gd-yld
BETTING FORECAST 15-8 Torpille Dagrostis, 11-4 Shadys Lady, 3 Simply Natural, 8 Alpha Zeta, 10 Fromjago’stomilan, 16 An Lachin Beag, Mighty Moments, 20 Abitofasort, Question Piege, 33 Ode To Joy, 66 others
RACE 8 PREDICTOR
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Selection SHADYS LADY
RACE VERDICT
Gordon Elliott’s Cork runner-up TORPILLE DAGROSTIS (nap) gets the vote to uphold form with the fifthplaced favourite Simply Natural. Shadys Lady has a good C&D second to her name and should be better for a run in September. Alpha Zeta ran well over hurdles in the spring. Fromjago’stomilan is noteworthy as a half-sister to the year-younger point and bumper winner Bud Fox. [Alan Sweetman]
Source: Racing Post
Selection: TORPILLE DAGROSTIS
Next Best: Shadys Lady
RACE RESULT
Today’s Race Conditions
RACE 1: 12.20pm
THE MONGEY COMMUNICATIONS NOVICE HANDICAP STEEPLECHASE OF €14,500 (Generously sponsored by Mongey Communications) Winner will receive €8,700 (Penalty Value: €8,555), Second will receive €2,900, Third will receive €1,450, Fourth will receive €725, Fifth will receive €435, Sixth will receive €290. An extended handicap steeplechase for four years old and upwards that have not won a steeplechase before 1st February 2025, other than one hunters steeplechase within the previous two National Hunt seasons (120 = 11st 12lbs) About 2 miles 4 furlongs 40 yards €130.50 to enter, €14.50 extra if declared to run. Penalties - Winner of a steeplechase after calculation of the handicap shall carry 7lb extra for each steeplechase won. Handicaps calculated 4th November. Weights raised by 3 lbs.
RACE 2: 12.50pm
THE CAVAN DEVELOPMENTS HOME BUILDERS SUPPORTING ST MARYS GAA MAIDEN HURDLE OF €12,000 (Generously sponsored by Cavan Developments) Winner will receive €7,200 (Penalty Value: €7,080), Second will receive €2,400, Third will receive €1,200, Fourth will receive €600, Fifth will receive €360, Sixth will receive €240. A hurdle for five years old and upwards,
carry any penalty or penalties which may be allotted by the Handicapper. Horses which receive a published weight of 9st 13lbs or less will be entitled to a 50% reduction in entry fee. Should they be declared to run they will then become liable for the full amount of the cost to run. Handicaps calculated 4th November.
RACE 6: 3.02pm
THE BARBERSTOWN CASTLE STEEPLECHASE OF €37,500 (GRADE 3) (Registered as the Poplar Square Steeplechase) (Generously sponsored by Barberstown Castle Hotel) Winner will receive €22,500 (Penalty Value: €22,125), Second will receive €7,500, Third will receive €3,750, Fourth will receive €1,875, Fifth will receive €1,125, Sixth will receive €750. A steeplechase for four years old and upwards that have not won a steeplechase before 5th May, 2024 About 2 miles €337.50 to enter, €37.50 extra if declared to run. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 11lbs; 5-y-o and up 11st 1lbs. Mares allowed 7lbs. Penalties (handicaps excluded) - Winner of two steeplechases 4lb extra; Of three steeplechases or a Grade 3 steeplechase 7lb extra; Of two Grade 3 steeplechases or a Grade 2 steeplechase 9lb extra; Of a Grade 1 steeplechase 13lb extra. Allowance - Horses that have not won a steeplechase before 1st February, 2025 allowed 4lb.
RACE 7: 3.37pm
THE SIGN UP TO GAVINLYNCHRACING.COM BEGINNERS STEEPLECHASE OF €12,500 (Generously sponsored by Gavin Lynch Racing) Winner will receive €7,500 (Penalty Value: €7,375), Second will receive €2,500, Third will receive €1,250, Fourth will receive €625, Fifth will receive €375, Sixth will receive €250. A steeplechase for four years old and upwards that have not won a steeplechase About 2 miles €112.50 to enter, €12.50 extra if declared to run. Weights: 4-y-o 11st 4lbs; 5-y-o and up 11st 12lbs. Mares allowed 7lbs.
RACE 8: 4.10pm
THE IRISH STALLION FARMS EBF MARES (PRO/AM) FLAT RACE OF €11,000 (A Race in the Weatherbys Ireland/I.T.B.A. N.H. Fillies Bonus Scheme (in association with The Irish Field)) (Generously sponsored by the Irish EBF (€1,000)) Winner will receive €6,600 (Penalty Value: €6,490), Second will receive €2,200, Third will receive €1,100, Fourth will receive €550, Fifth will receive €330,
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