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10 SEARCH FOR A SONG (24) Br Ch f Galileo - Polished Gem B Moyglare Stud Farm Ltd O Moyglare Stud Farm

411-6p3 F Oisin Orr J D K Weld T Last year’s winner who has taken her time to come to hand but arrives on the back of a decent effort when third to Magical in the Tattersalls Gold Cup. The step back up in trip ought to suit her. Winning Range Gd-GF. Star Rating 4 Search For A Song 3 flat wins €393,499.70 CD — Handicap Rating 115

50/1 HR115 O.J. Orr 9.9 (H) 2 1/4L 2L 3rd to Magical 9.9 here 26 JUL 6rn Group 1 1m 2f Gd/Yld 4/1 HR115 O.J. Orr 10.2 (H) p.u. in race won by Snow 8.13 CK 5 JUL 11rn Group 3 1m 4f Yld 2/1Fav HR116 O.J. Orr 9.2 14L 6th of 9 to Leo De Fury 9.5 here 12 JUN Group 2 1m 2f 110yds Gd/Frm 14

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Breeding Breeder Owner Form Jockey Trainer

The Handicapper allots ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicapper to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability. The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions. A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring penalties and allowances).

The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in non-handicapped races the rating shown is that each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed. Any subsequently published change rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating.

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TRACK INFORMATION

A right handed horseshoe-shaped track of 2 miles with no sharp bends and a run-in of 3 furlongs. This combined with a steady uphill finish makes it ideal for the galloping type.

The 5 and 6 furlongs contests are run on the straight course.

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TOP COURSE TRAINERS - LEADING TRAINERS AT CURRAGH (2017-2022) WITH RUNNERS AIDAN O’BRIEN (145 wins from 801 runners, 18%) runs SAMUEL PEPYS and WATERVILLE (4.55), ANCHORAGE and SUSSEX (5.25), MIDDLEMARCH (6.35).

J P O’BRIEN (67 wins from 571 runners, 12%) runs APACHE OUTLAW (4.25), WORLD FAMOUS (4.55), HANNIBAL BARCA and SEISAI (5.25), VISUALISATION and HAZIYA (6.00), OPULENT (6.35), CAMDEBOO (7.10), FLYING SCOTSMAN and BAND OF OUTLAWS (8.15).

MRS J HARRINGTON (53 wins from 466 runners, 11%) runs PANIC ALARM and LASER JET (4.25), VINTAGE FAME (4.55), LAELAPS and BOPEDRO (6.00), ADMIRALTY PLACE (6.35), HIMALAYAN BEAUTY (7.10), LOPES GOLD (7.45), HELL BENT (8.15).

TRAINERS IN FORM - MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS: AIDAN O’BRIEN (15 wins from 51 runners, 29%) runners listed above.

J P O’BRIEN (10 wins from 57 runners, 18%) runners listed above.

G M LYONS (7 wins from 27 runners, 26%) runs ADMIRAL NELSON and MUTASARREF (6.00), UNTERBERG (6.35).

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS - LEADING JOCKEYS AT CURRAGH (2017-2022) WITH RIDES COLIN KEANE (66 wins from 493 rides, 13%) rides QUEENIE ST CLAIR (4.25), WAR CORRESPONDENT (4.55), MUTASARREF (6.00), UNTERBERG (6.35), MEAN FOMHAIR (7.10), GRAN ROQUE (7.45), SHEISHYBRID (8.15).

RYAN MOORE (65 wins from 244 rides, 27%) rides WATERVILLE (4.55), ANCHORAGE (5.25), MIDDLEMARCH (6.35).

SHANE FOLEY (49 wins from 449 rides, 11%) rides PANIC ALARM (4.25), VINTAGE FAME (4.55), BOPEDRO (6.00), ADMIRALTY PLACE (6.35), HIMALAYAN BEAUTY (7.10), LOPES GOLD (7.45), HELL BENT (8.15).

JOCKEYS IN FORM - MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS: RYAN MOORE (15 wins from 38 rides, 39%) rides listed above.

BILLY LEE (9 wins from 50 rides, 18%) rides NITUNA (4.25), VELLNER (4.55), CATENA ZAPATA (6.00), VERHOYEN (7.10), CATHY JANE (7.45), HURRICANE CLIFF (8.15).

COLIN KEANE (8 wins from 53 rides, 15%) rides listed above.

WEIGHTWATCHER

The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 6.00 Current Option (won off 105 down 3lb to 102); In From The Cold (won off 93 down 3lb to 90); Laughifuwant (won off 100 down 3lb to 97); 7.10 Texas Rock (won off 74 down 3lb to 71); The Blue Panther (won off 81 down 4lb to 77).

FANCY THAT AIDAN O’BRIEN won the 5.25 race in 2013, 2014 and 2016 and 2017 and 2019.

The stable is represented by Anchorage and Sussex in the race today.

CLASSY TIPS The following horses are running today in a race at least two grades lower than their previous race: 5.25 BOUNDLESS OCEAN (down 2 grades); 5.25 HANNIBAL BARCA (down 2)..

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 18th May.

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RACE ONE

FIRST RACE 4.25P.M. THE IRISH EBF AUCTION SERIES MAIDEN OF W25,000

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Six Furlongs (1,200 metres) Three Quarter Mile Post

Stalls Centre Of Course. Value to winner: r14750; Second: r5000; Third: r2500; Fourth: r1250; Fifth: r750; Sixth: r500.

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Placepot - Races 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 & 6.

Jackpot - Races 3,4,5 & 6 PLAY THE PLACEPOT NOW! TRIFECTA RACE Br Breeding

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INTHEPOORHOUSE (-) €35,000

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Br Ch c Profitable - Pixie Belle B Audrey Frances Stynes O Grafters Syndicate

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Conor Maxwell J Gavin Cromwell T

A €35,000 purchase as a yearling and he is closely related to plenty of winners. That said, this is a tough contest and others make more appeal. Star Rating 2

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REINFORCE (-) €33,600

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Br Ch c Tasleet (GB) - Darajaat (USA) B RJB Bloodstock

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Gary Halpin J John Stephen O’Donoghue T

O Chris Fahy & David Harrison Partnership

A half-brother to Raatea, who won between 6f-1m and is officially rated 90. Best watched unless there is significant market support for him on his racecourse debut. Star Rating 2

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PAPILIO (-) €60,000

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Br B f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Glafyra (FR) B SCEA Marmion & Mr A Jathiere O Mrs M V Magnier & Mrs Paul Shanahan & T V Magnier

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Wayne Lordan J J A Stack T

From the family of the Group 2 winners Balius and Delfos but she could be vulnerable giving weight away on her racecourse bow, despite making some appeal on pedigree. Star Rating 3

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APACHE OUTLAW (11) €23,520

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Br Ch c Churchill - Focus of Attention B Whisperview Trading Ltd O E S Racing

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3 F Declan McDonogh J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

Displayed plenty of promise when finishing third of 15 on his debut over an extended 7f at Roscommon recently and he has to be on the shortlist based on that evidence. Star Rating 4 Apache Outlaw 9/1 D.P. McDonogh 9.6 6 1/2L hd 3rd to Comhra 8.9 ROS 9 MAY 15rn mdn 7f 70yds Sft/Hvy

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ARD MHACHA (-) €22,000

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Ben Coen J J P Murtagh T

A half-brother to Rose Bonheur, who won four times between 5f and 7f, including two Listed races, and is the dam of the Group 1-placed Nayef Road. One of the more interesting newcomers in this field. Star Rating 3

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HAVANA NOTION (GB) (-) €26,000

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Gary Carroll J Gavin Cromwell T

A €26,000 purchase who is a half-brother to the Group 3 winner Pastoral Player, as well as the Listed-scorer Chil The Kite.

Any market support would have to be noted. Star Rating 3

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PANIC ALARM (40) €20,160

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Br Br c Kuroshio (AUS) - Thraya Queen (GB) B McCracken Farms O Hronis Racing

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4 F Shane Foley J Mrs John Harrington T

Put in a promising effort when fourth of 13 on his racecourse debut over course and distance last month. Arguably the one to beat based on the strength of that form. Star Rating 5 Panic Alarm 9/1 S. Foley 9.7 s/hd 2 3/4L 1 1/2L 4th to Tough Talk 9.7 here 10 APR 13rn mdn 6f Yld

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BIGGERTHANBIGTIME (-) €18,000

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Leigh Roche J Padraig Roche T

Closely related to Miss Power, who won three times at 5f, but he faces a tough task on his racecourse bow in a race of this nature.

Star Rating 2

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BLUE NEWS (USA) (14) €12,300

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3 F Andrew Slattery J Andrew Slattery T

Far from disgraced when finishing third of 13 on his debut over 5f at Cork a couple of weeks ago and he is entitled to improve for that experience. Star Rating 3 Blue News (USA) 14/1 A.J. Slattery 9.1 3L 1 1/2L 3rd to Lady Tilbury (GB) 8.10 CK 6 MAY 13rn mdn 5f Gd

10 NITUNA (13) €39,200

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43 F Billy Lee J Ms Sheila Lavery T

Confirmed the promise that she displayed on debut when third in a decent event at Naas recently and she is likely to be in the mix once again today. Star Rating 4 Nituna 11/1 R.C. Colgan 9.0 ns 5L 3rd to Shartash 9.5 NAAS 7 MAY 4rn 5f 205yds Yld/Sft 14/1 G.F. Carroll 9.2 s/hd 1 1/2L hd 4th to Deneuve 9.2 NAAS 25 APR 9rn mdn 5f 205yds Gd

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Br Ch c Postponed - Tropicana Bay (GB) B Meon Valley Stud O J P O’Flaherty & Mark E Phelan & Mrs John Harrington & Richard Galway

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Tom Madden J Mrs John Harrington T

Cost 5,000gns as a yearling and he is a half-brother to the 1m winner Delta Bay. The market will be a key guide to expectations today. Star Rating 3

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7 F Chris Hayes J D J Bunyan T

Showed some early speed when seventh on his debut over 5f here in late March and it would be no surprise to see him take a step forward today. Star Rating 3 Tic Tac Toe 16/1 C.D. Hayes 9.7 6 1/2L 7th of 8fn, 9rn to Ocean Quest 9.2 here 26 MAR mdn 5f Yld

13 QUEENIE ST CLAIR (25) €24,640

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6 F Colin Keane J Noel Meade T

Not beaten far at all when sixth of nine on her debut over 6f at Naas a month ago and she certainly merits each-way consideration this afternoon. Star Rating 3 Queenie St Clair 11/1 C.T. Keane 9.2 3 3/4L 6th of 9 to Deneuve 9.2 NAAS 25 APR mdn 5f 205yds Gd

14 ALL IN THE HIPS (-) €15,000

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Br B f Ivawood - Raseel (GB) B Tony Cosgrave O Martin Moylan & D Moylan

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(122)

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Sean Davis J Jack W Davison T

A €15,000 purchase last year and she is related to the 7f Listed winner Telwaar. That said, this is a big ask on her racecourse debut and others appear to be safer picks. Star Rating 2

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Br B f U S Navy Flag (USA) - Romantic Stroll B John Connaughton O Mrs Eileen Coleman

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Joe Doyle J Kevin Thomas Coleman T

A half-sister to Romantically, who won at 1m4f and 2m. A watching brief can only be advised in a race as strong as this one appears to be. Star Rating 2

16 MADAKASHAM JAM (-) €19,000

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Br B f James Garfield - Rebel Aclaim B Rathbarry Stud O Grey Lady Racing Syndicate

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Ronan Whelan J Jack W Davison T

Shares her page with the three-time 6f winner Emerald Breeze and her dam won between 7f and 1m. May improve for this first race experience and could be vulnerable today. Star Rating 2

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Jake Coen (7) J Kieran P Cotter T

Out of a mare who won over 5f as a two-year-old and has already produced multiple winners. Hard to recommend this afternoon given how strong this race appears to be. Star Rating 2

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Mikey Sheehy (3) J Joseph G Murphy T

Out of an unraced half-sister to the German 1m2f Listed winner Shaqira but she can be passed over on her debut this afternoon, unless there is any market support. Star Rating 2

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8 F Nathan Crosse (3) J Mrs Denise Foster T

Well held when eighth of nine over 6f on her debut at Naas last month and that form does not inspire a lot of confidence for her chances today. Star Rating 2 Miss Langmore 40/1 M.A. Enright 9.2 9 3/4L 8th of 9 to Deneuve 9.2 NAAS 25 APR mdn 5f 205yds Gd

20 SLANEY TIDE (40) €6,720

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7 F Rory Cleary J J S Bolger T

Last of seven on her debut over 5f here last month and, while the step up in trip should suit, she has plenty to find to be successful this afternoon. Star Rating 2 Slaney Tide 12/1 K.J. Manning 9.2 11L last of 7 to Meditate 9.2 here 10 APR mdn 5f Yld

RESERVES 21 PALACE GARDENS (13) €22,400

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Br Gr f Gutaifan - Dancewithastranger B Grangemore Stud O Kim Coleman

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7 F Seamie Heffernan J Kevin Thomas Coleman T

Would be hard to recommend if getting a start today having been well beaten on her debut over 5f at Naas a couple of weeks ago.

Reserve. Star Rating 2 Palace Gardens 80/1 W.M. Lordan 9.2 18L 7th of 9 to Little Big Bear 9.7 NAAS 7 MAY mdn 5f Yld/Sft

?+2 indicates possible 2lb overweight Probable Starting Prices - 9/4 Panic Alarm, 9/2 Nituna, 5/1 Apache Outlaw, 6/1 Blue News (USA), 12/1 Papilio, Ard Mhacha, Queenie St Clair, 16/1 Slaney Tide, 20/1 Laser Jet (GB), 25/1 Havana Notion (GB), Tic Tac Toe, Madakasham Jam, Water Mint, 33/1 Inthepoorhouse, Biggerthanbigtime, All In The Hips, Catherine Of Siena, Thai Legacy, 50/1 Miss Langmore, 66/1 Reinforce

2021 - 1st Quick Suzy 2nd Doitforandrew (GB) 3rd Thunder Eclipse (1 min. 16.6 sec.)

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RACE ONE

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RACE ONE

CURRAGH COMMENT In a competitive contest the marginal preference is for PANIC ALARM, who caught the eye when finishing well to take fourth on his debut over C&D last month. That form has worked out very well, with the second and third both winning subsequently, and this colt merits plenty of respect today. That said, Apache Outlaw also displayed promise on his debut and Nituna is another with valid form claims. The shortlist is completed by Blue News, Queenie St Clair and Ard Mhacha.

DANGER: Apache Outlaw

WIN: PANIC ALARM

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THE CURRAGH RECORD TIMES Distance Time

5f 5f 6f 6f 6f 63yds 6f 63yds 7f 7f 8f 8f 8f Rnd 8f Rnd 8f Rnd 9f 9f 10f 11f 12f 13f 14f 16f

57.17s 58.20s 1m 8.10s 1m 9.35s 1m 12.40s 1m 14.26s 1m 21.14s 1m 20.90s 1m 35.00s 1m 37.03s 1m 34.30s 1m 40.08s 1m 35.10s 1m 49.20s 1m 57.73s 2m 0.60s 2m 18.60s 2m 25.60s 2m 49.90s 2m 55.40s 3m 21.80s

Horse

Bali Royal (GB) Lahinch Invincible Spirit Sudirman (USA) Bold Tack (Disq) Actress Trade Fair (GB) Hawk Wing (USA) Arctic Storm (GB) Avenue Gabriel (GB) Llyn Gwynant (GB) Flying Jib Emperor Claudius (USA) Chelsea Rose Grandee Market Booster (USA) Lisieux Rose (IRE) St. Jovite (USA) Esprit D’Etoile (USA) Arrikala King Carew

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9-5 8-11 9-0 9-3 9-8 9-0 9-0 9-0 9-0 9-0 9-4 9-0 8-13 8-13 9-5 8-6 8-13 9-0 8-7 8-7 7-8

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SECOND RACE 4.55P.M.

1m 2f

THE WILLIAM HILL LENGTHEN YOUR ODDS IRISH EBF (C & G) MAIDEN OF W20,000

One Mile and Two Furlongs (2,000 metres) Waterford Post

Starting from stalls. Value to winner: r11800; Second: r4000; Third: r2000; Fourth: r1000; Fifth: r600; Sixth: r400.

RACE TWO

(For Race Conditions see page 62)

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TRIFECTA RACE Br Breeding

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FLYING ARGOSY (14)

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Br B g Nathaniel - Askmour B Frank Dunne O Patrick J Woods

000 F N G McCullagh J J P Murtagh T

The gelding hasn’t shown much on all three starts to date and, on all known evidence, he faces a stiff assignment once again, despite him being bred to improve with time. Star Rating 2 Flying Argosy 150/1 N.G. McCullagh 9.8 27L 12th of 13 to Martinstown 9.8 CK 6 MAY mdn 1m 2f 40yds Gd 200/1 S.B. Kelly 9.8 20L 12th of 13 to Glory Daze 9.8 here 10 APR mdn 1m 2f Gd/Yld 125/1 D.E. Sheehy 9.5 35L 16th of 17 to Hotel Wren 9.8 LEP 2 APR mdn 1m Gd

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RACQUET CLUB (44)

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Br B g Almanzor (FR) - Galipette (GB) B Gestut Zur Kuste AG

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7 F Ben Coen J J P Murtagh T

O Samuel M Mencoff & Anthony Paul Smurfit

The form of his first run at Leopardstown has worked out particularly well and it would be no surprise to see him take a big step forward on this occasion. Star Rating 3 Racquet Club 50/1 S.B. Kelly 9.8 21L last of 7 to Boundless Ocean 9.8 LEP 6 APR mdn 1m 2f Gd

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(134)

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8- F Ronan Whelan J M Halford T

Br Ch c No Nay Never (USA) - Duchessofflorence (GB) B Michael Enright O M J Enright

A son of No Nay Never who is bred to stay well on the dam side of his pedigree, coming from the family of Windshear and Pilaster, but others make more appeal. Star Rating 3 Riccardi Medici 25/1 N.G. McCullagh 9.5 5 3/4L 8th of 14 to In Ecstasy 9.2 DUN 19 NOV 21 mdn 1m Std

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SAMUEL PEPYS (48)

3

Br B c Galileo - Tiggy Wiggy B Coolmore O M Tabor,D Smith,Mrs J Magnier,Westerberg

9

8

(134)

(2)

6 F Seamie Heffernan J A P O’Brien T

He boasts a top-class pedigree, being out of Group 1-winning juvenile Tiggy Wiggy, and is capable of a decent showing following his debut when sixth at Leopardstown last month. Star Rating 3 Samuel Pepys 12/1 W.M. Lordan 9.8 9 1/2L 6th of 17 to Hotel Wren 9.8 LEP 2 APR mdn 1m Gd

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VELLNER (14)

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8

Br Ch c Galileo Gold (GB) - Spirited Charm (GB) B John Hanly O Colin Lynskey

(134)

(4)

44 F Billy Lee J P Twomey T

The colt has run with plenty of credit on both his starts at Cork, finishing fourth each time, but there is every chance he may prove to be better when dropped in distance. Star Rating 3 Vellner 4/1 W.J. Lee 9.8 1/2L 1/2L nk 4th to Martinstown 9.8 CK 6 MAY 13rn mdn 1m 2f 40yds Gd 9/2 W.J. Lee 9.8 1/2L 3/4L 1 1/2L 4th to Ghasham 9.8 CK 16 APR 15rn mdn 1m 2f 30yds Yld/Sft

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VINTAGE FAME (40)

3

Br B c Frankel (GB) - Vintage Folly (GB) B Yulong Investments (Australia) Pty O Zhang Yuesheng

9

8

(134)

(7)

0-4 F Shane Foley J Mrs John Harrington T

Built on his sole juvenile effort when fourth over course and distance last month, when one place behind Waterville, and he is likely to enter calculations with further improvement expected. Star Rating 4 Vintage Fame 22/1 S. Foley 9.8 3 1/4L 1 3/4L 1 1/4L 4th to Glory Daze 9.8 here 10 APR 13rn mdn 1m 2f Gd/Yld 12/1 C.P. Hoban 9.7 22L 14th of 20 to Joe Masseria 9.4 NAAS 31 OCT 21 mdn 7f 195yds Hvy

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WAR CORRESPONDENT (12)

3

Br Gr g Teofilo - Walkamia (FR) B Ballygallon Stud Limited O Ballygallon Stud Limited

9

8

(TStrap)

(134)

(9)

7 F Colin Keane J R P Cody T

Comes from a decent middle-distance family and is a half-brother to Tower Bridge, a Grade 1 winner over hurdles. Displayed plenty of greenness on debut at Leopardstown and appears to need some time to develop. Star Rating 3 War Correspondent 125/1 D. McMonagle 9.8 (TS) 10L 7th of 11 to Fumata 9.8 LEP 8 MAY mdn 1m 4f Gd

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WATERVILLE (12)

3

9

8

Br B c Camelot (GB) - Holy Moon B Razza Del Velino SRL O Mrs J Magnier,M Tabor,D Smith,Westerberg

(134)

(6)

32 F Ryan Moore J A P O’Brien T

A half-brother to Sea Of Class who has placed on both his starts to date. The drop back in trip appears to be the right move following his recent second at Leopardstown. Star Rating 5 Waterville 4/5Fav R.L. Moore 9.8 2 1/4L 2nd to Fumata 9.8 LEP 8 MAY 11rn mdn 1m 4f Gd 8/11Fav R.L. Moore 9.8 3 1/4L 1 3/4L 3rd to Glory Daze 9.8 here 10 APR 13rn mdn 1m 2f Gd/Yld

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WORLD FAMOUS (248)

3 (TStrap)

Br B c Galileo - Beauty Bright B Coolmore O Michael Tabor & Mrs John Magnier

9

8

(134)

(1)

45- F Dylan Browne McMonagle J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

The son of Galileo showed promise on both his starts as a juvenile and the application of a first-time tongue-tie could see him progress as he steps up in trip. Star Rating 4 World Famous 2/1Fav D.P. McDonogh 9.7 4L 5th of 14 to River Thames 9.7 PUN 14 SEP 21 mdn 7f 200yds Gd 8/1 D.P. McDonogh 9.5 hd 2 1/4L 1/2L 4th to McTigue 9.5 LEP 5 AUG 21 8rn mdn 1m Yld

TStrap worn by No. 7, No. 9.

Probable Starting Prices - 10/11 Waterville, 7/2 Vellner, 4/1 World Famous, 8/1 Vintage Fame, 10/1 Samuel Pepys, 20/1 Riccardi Medici, War Correspondent, 66/1 Racquet Club, 100/1 Flying Argosy

2021 - 1st Wild Dollar 2nd Citronnade (GB) 3rd Sherkin Island (2 min. 21.8 sec.)

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RACE TWO

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CURRAGH COMMENT WATERVILLE boasted a lofty reputation before his debut here last month, with connections having talked him up as a potential Derby type. The half-brother to dual Group 1 heroine Sea Of Class has placed on both starts to date, including when second at Leopardstown earlier in the month, and the manner of his latest performance suggested the drop back to 1m2f would aid his cause. Vintage Fame improved plenty from his debut when fourth, one place behind the selection, on his return to action and he is likely to be in the mix along with World Famous, who is expected to step forward this season.

DANGER: Vintage Fame

RACE TWO

WIN: WATERVILLE

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THE LONGINES MASTER COLLECTION 23

THE HEIDER FAMILY

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The Curragh would like to acknowledge the generous support of Scott Heider and his family today and celebrate their growing association with horse racing in Ireland.

Scott Heider and his family has been involved with racing in Ireland for six years now. The history of the Irish horse is what initially drew them in and caused them to expand their racing operation from the States to Ireland.

“It’s just been a fantastic experience for us. We love our partnership with Joseph O’Brien and we’ve been very fortunate to race some talented individuals on Irish racecourses the last few years.

Horse Racing Ireland has been a pleasure to work with as they always seem to go out of there way to make sure our experience is quite special.”

“I began racing and breeding thoroughbreds with my father 26 years ago in The States. We’ve enjoyed some terrific times and been blessed with a number of high caliber horses including 2019 Grade I winner “Mia Mischief”.

But there’s something extra special about racing in Ireland with it’s incredible history.

The Heider’s success has been marked with victories on some of racing’s biggest days. Crossfirehurricane won on debut at Limerick and followed that up with three successive victories, notably in the Listed Patton Stakes at Dundalk and then the Gallinule Stakes, which they sponsor today.

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The talented Pista has also showcased her talent, progressing rapidly under the care of Joseph O’Brien to take the Vinnie Roe Stakes at Leopardstown before following up in the Group 2 Park Hill at Doncaster. Her fine three-year-old season ended with a close second behind the smart filly Wonderful Tonight in the Group 1 Prix de Royallieu at Longchamp.

Agartha is another smart-filly that Scott has on his hands in the Joseph O’Brien stable. She landed the Silver Flash Stakes at Leopardstown in fantastic style, before kicking on again to land the Debutante Stakes here at the Curragh. She rounded off her juvenile season with two fantastic efforts in Group 1 company and looks to have matured nicely as a three-year-old.

Twilight Spinner is a more recent recruit and looks to be a good pick-up after landing the Coolmore Circus Maximus Irish EBF Athasi Stakes this year.

Cindy and Scott Heider with Sales Director at Keeneland Tony Lacy (on left)

The Heider’s affiliation with the Curragh can be found through their welcome sponsorship of the Round Tower Stakes and the Gallinule Stakes, two significant races in the Irish racing calendar.

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THIRD RACE 5.25P.M.

1m 2f

THE HEIDER FAMILY STABLES GALLINULE STAKES OF W60,000 (GROUP 3)

One Mile and Two Furlongs (2,000 metres) Waterford Post

Starting from stalls. Value to winner: r35400; Second: r12000; Third: r6000; Fourth: r3000; Fifth: r1800; Sixth: r1200.

(For Race Conditions see page 62)

RACE SPONSOR

RACE THREE

Barry Lacy and David Lanigan representing the Heider Family will present a trophy to the winning owner and a gift to the groom in charge of the horse judged to be best turned out.

THE HEIDER FAMILY

TRIFECTA RACE Jackpot Races 3,4,5 & 6 Play The Jackpot Now! Br Breeding

No

Horse

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ANCHORAGE (209)

B Breeder

O Owner

F Form

J Jockey

T Trainer

Age

st

lb

(lbs)

Draw

3

9

5

(131)

(7)

Br B c Galileo - Vanzara (FR) B Barronstown Stud O Mrs J Magnier M Tabor,D Smith,Westerberg

325213- F Ryan Moore J A P O’Brien T

He stepped up to Group territory last time and finished third in the Group 3 Eyrefield Stakes, but lost second towards the finish so may struggle further up in trip. Winning Range Yld. Star Rating 2 Anchorage 1 flat win r9,145.00 — Handicap Rating 102 11/1 HR100 J.A. Heffernan 9.5 1/2L 1 1/4L 3rd to Duke De Sessa 9.5 LEP 23 OCT 21 13rn Group 3 1m 1f Gd 11/10Fav HR88 J.A. Heffernan 9.10 won 4L 1/2L from All In The Mind 8.9 and Capitulation 8.6 THU 7 OCT 21 5rn Ext hcp 1m 16yds Yld 1min 42.8sec 3/1 W.M. Lordan 9.7 5L 2nd to Swan Bay 9.7 GAL 7 SEP 21 10rn mdn 1m 123yds Gd

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BOUNDLESS OCEAN (20)

3

9

Br B c Teofilo - Novel Approach B J S Bolger

5

(131)

(1)

245-210 F Kevin Manning J J S Bolger T

O Mrs J S Bolger

He was out of his depth in the 2000 Guineas at Newmarket last time, so a drop down in grade, as well as a return to 1m2f, should make his challenge easier. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 3 Boundless Ocean 1 flat win r7,965.00 D — Handicap Rating 100 K. J. Manning 9.0 9L 13th of 15 to Coroebus 9.0 NEWMARKET 30 APR Group 1 1m Gd 5/4Fav HR99 K.J. Manning 9.8 won 3/4L 1 1/4L from Flying Dolphin 9.8 and Temple Of Artemis 9.8 LEP 6 APR 7rn mdn 1m 2f Gd 2min 11.1sec 10/11Fav HR100 K.J. Manning 9.8 hd 2nd to Malex (GB) 9.8 here 26 MAR 20rn mdn 7f Yld

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GLOBAL ENERGY (GB) (27)

3

9

5

(131)

(5)

7677-71 F Gary Carroll J Ms Sheila Lavery T

Br B c Showcasing (GB) - Summer Collection B Petches Farm Ltd O John Lavery

He recorded a personal best when scoring over 1m3f at Lingfield on his last outing, but is significantly up in grade here and may find a few too good. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 2 Global Energy (GB) 1 flat win r7,375.00 — Handicap Rating 80 13/2 HR73 B.M. Coen 9.1 won 1 1/2L 2 1/4L from Prophets Voice 9.1 and Chaos Control 9.6 LIM 23 APR 8rn Ext hcp 1m 3f 55yds Gd 2min 33.4sec 22/1 HR73 R.C. Colgan 8.13 4L 7th of 10 to Simply Glorious (USA) 9.3 LEP 2 APR hcp 1m 2f Gd 33/1 HR75 R.C. Colgan 9.7 11L 7th of 20 to Joe Masseria 9.4 NAAS 31 OCT 21 mdn 7f 195yds Hvy

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HANNIBAL BARCA (209)

3

Br B c Zoffany - Innocent Air (GB) B Brittas House Stud O Ecurie Ama Zing Team

9

5

(131)

(3)

314- F Shane Crosse J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

A winner at 7f. Ran a promising fourth at Doncaster in the Group 1 Futurity Stakes when last seen in October and cannot be discounted on his first run for Joseph O’Brien. Winning Range Sft. Star Rating 4 Hannibal Barca 1 flat win r6,067.40 — Handicap Rating 111 P. Mulrennan 9.1 1 3/4L s/hd hd 4th to Luxembourg 9.1 DONCASTER 23 OCT 21 8rn Group 1 1m Sft Ryan Moore 9.2 won 2L 1 1/2L from Thunder Roar (GB) 9.2 and Conservative 9.2 SALISBURY 30 SEP 21 10rn 6f 213yds Sft 1min 30.1sec Jamie Spencer 9.2 1/2L 3/4L 3rd to Wanees (GB) 9.2 ASCOT 4 SEP 21 7rn 7f Gd /Frm 28

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MANBEHINDTHEMONEY (GB) (7)

3

9

5

(131)

(8)

051 F Ronan Whelan J A Oliver T

Br B c Bobby’s Kitten (USA) - Sagesse (GB) B Miss K Rausing O J P Ledwidge

Ran on to snatch victory by a head on his last outing over 1m. He stayed on well so a trip increase could suit, but he finds himself in hotly-contested territory here. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 2 Manbehindthemoney (GB) 1 flat win r9,440.00 11/2 R.P. Whelan 9.8 won hd ns from Free To Party 9.8 and Paris Peacock 9.3 LEP 13 MAY 11rn mdn 1m Gd 1min 44.3sec 12/1 W.J. Lee 9.8 6 1/4L 5th of 13 to Georgeta (GB) 9.3 GOW 4 MAY mdn 7f Yld 18/1 R.P. Whelan 9.8 15L 10th of 15 to Ghasham 9.8 CK 16 APR mdn 1m 2f 30yds Yld/Sft

SUSSEX (USA) (34)

3

9

Br B c Dubawi - Kissed B Orpendale, Chelston & Wynatt O M Tabor,D Smith,Mrs J Magnier,Westerberg

5

(131)

(2)

001-2 F Wayne Lordan J A P O’Brien T

A winner at 1m. He was beaten nine lengths into second on his reappearance at Cork in April and may prefer softer ground for him to be at his best. Winning Range Hvy-Sft. Star Rating 2 Sussex (USA) 1 flat win r9,145.00 — Handicap Rating 92 10/1 HR90 W.M. Lordan 9.9 9L 2nd to French Claim (FR) 9.9 CK 16 APR 5rn 1m 2f 30yds Yld/Sft 12/1 W.M. Lordan 9.7 won 3/4L 2L from Comfort Zone 9.7 and Navajo Warrior (JPN) 9.7 GOW 19 OCT 21 13rn mdn 1m 50yds Sft/Hvy 1min 48.2sec 16/5Fav W.M. Lordan 9.7 16L 10th of 13 to Enthrallment 9.7 TIPP 4 OCT 21 mdn 1m 1f Sft/Hvy

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LYRICAL POETRY (37)

3

9

2

Br Ch f Lope de Vega - Luce B Ballygallon Stud Ltd O Ballygallon Stud Limited

(128)

(4)

40-1 F Ben Coen J J P Murtagh T

She won easily over 1m1f on her last outing at Gowran Park, beating Gradulations by five and a half lengths. Outpaced in Listed company on her penultimate run so others are preferred. Winning Range Sft-Yld. Star Rating 2 Lyrical Poetry 1 flat win r7,080.00 9/1 B.M. Coen 9.3 won 5 1/2L 4 1/2L from Gradulations (GB) 9.3 and Zaniyka 9.3 GOW 13 APR 16rn mdn 1m 1f 130yds Yld/Sft 2min 7.8sec 66/1 B.M. Coen 9.0 6 1/4L last of 11 to Snaffles 9.5 DUN 1 OCT 21 Listed 7f Std 9/1 B.M. Coen 9.2 2 1/2L hd 1 1/4L 4th to Trevaunance 9.2 CK 8 SEP 21 11rn mdn 1m Gd

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SEISAI (16)

3

Br B f Gleneagles - Lillebonne (FR) B Peter Henley,John Connolly&Pattern Blds O Simon Munir & Isaac Souede

9

2

(128)

(6)

3143-72 F Declan McDonogh J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

Successful twice at 7f. Recorded a promising second-placed run on her latest outing in a Listed stakes at Gowran Park, losing out by three lengths. One to keep an eye on. Winning Range Sft-Gd. Star Rating 3 Seisai 2 flat wins r33,630.00 — Handicap Rating 99 100/30 HR102 D.P. McDonogh 8.12 3L 2nd to Rumbles Of Thunder 9.12 GOW 4 MAY 8rn Listed 1m 1f 100yds Yld 16/1 HR103 M.P. Sheehy 9.2 6L 7th of 11 to Homeless Songs 9.2 LEP 2 APR Group 3 7f Gd 7/1 HR99 S.M. Crosse 9.2 1L nk 3rd to Concert Hall 9.2 here 26 SEP 21 9rn Group 3 7f Gd

Probable Starting Prices - 13/8 Hannibal Barca, 7/2 Anchorage, 4/1 Boundless Ocean, 6/1 Seisai, 7/1 Lyrical Poetry, 16/1 Sussex (USA), 20/1 Manbehindthemoney (GB), 33/1 Global Energy (GB)

2021 - 1st Earlswood (GB) 2nd Arturo Toscanini 3rd Snapraeterea (2 min. 16.3 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT HANNIBAL BARCA gets the vote following an encouraging fourth-placed run in the Group 1 Vertem Futurity Trophy Stakes in October. He stayed on to finish two lengths behind Luxembourg (now rated 117) and showed promise on his debut last year, so cannot be discounted following a break now upped in trip. Seisai gets a fillies’ allowance and hasn’t been disgraced in recent Group/Listed contests, so she is feared along with Boundless Ocean back down in grade.

WIN: HANNIBAL BARCA

DANGER: Seisai

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FOURTH RACE 6.00P.M. THE WILLIAM HILL EMERALD MILE HANDICAP OF W150,000 (PREMIER HANDICAP)

1m

One Mile (1,600 metres) Guineas Post

Starting from stalls. Handicaps calculated 10th May. Value to winner: r88500; Second: r30000; Third: r15000; Fourth: r7500; Fifth: r4500; Sixth: r3000.

(For Race Conditions see page 62)

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TRIFECTA RACE

RACE FOUR

Br Breeding

No

Horse

1

BOPEDRO (FR) (5)

B Breeder

Br B g Pedro The Great (USA) - Breizh Touch (FR) B M Daniel Cherdo O Zhang Yuesheng

O Owner

F Form

J Jockey

T Trainer

Age

st

lb

(lbs)

Draw

6

10

2

(142)

(7)

(Blinkers)

30136-5 F Shane Foley J Mrs John Harrington T

Posted some strong form in handicaps last year, including when landing the Irish Cambridgeshire over course and distance.

Didn’t produce the most inspiring comeback at Naas last week, however. Winning Range Sft-GF. Star Rating 3 Bopedro (FR) 6 flat wins r92,984.00 CD — Handicap Rating 107 100/30 HR107 S. Foley 9.11 (V) 4 3/4L 5th of 6 to Lust 9.11 NAAS 15 MAY Listed 7f Gd 6/1 HR107 C.P. Hoban 9.9 (BK) 2 1/4L 6th of 15 to Queenship 9.0 CK 28 SEP 21 Listed 1m Sft 7/2Fav HR103 S. Foley 10.0 (V) 1/2L nk 3rd to Masen (GB) 9.11 LEP 11 SEP 21 16rn Ext hcp 7f 37yds Gd

2

VISUALISATION (18)

4

Br B Br g No Nay Never (USA) - Roselita B Whisperview Trading Ltd

10

0

(140)

(22)

2814-93 F Jake Coen (7) J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

O Harold John Millar

Highly progressive last year, landing three wins, and returned to form when third in the Mooresbridge here last time. Not ruled out back in a handicap. Winning Range Sft-YS & AW. Star Rating 3 Visualisation 4 flat wins r61,950.00 CD — Handicap Rating 105 22/1 HR104 D.P. McDonogh 9.5 3/4L 1L 3rd to Layfayette 9.5 here 2 MAY 7rn Group 2 1m 2f Yld 17/2 HR105 D.P. McDonogh 9.5 4 3/4L last of 9 to Layfayette 9.5 here 10 APR Group 3 1m 2f Gd/Yld Ioritz Mendizabal 8.10 hd 1 3/4L s/hd 4th to Seachange (FR) 8.13 PARISLONGCHAMP 17 OCT 21 5rn Group 2 1m 3f Gd /Sft

3

CHARTERHOUSE (GB) (238)

4

Br B g Charming Thought (GB) - Crocus Rose (GB) B Exors of the Late Mrs B E Moore O Mrs C C Regalado-Gonzalez

9

11

(137)

(4)

189639- F Dylan Browne McMonagle J John Joseph Murphy T

Talented as a juvenile but produced some mixed displays last season, the highlight being a third in Listed company at Killarney in August.

Doesn’t look as well treated as some of his rivals. Winning Range Yld-Gd. Star Rating 2 Charterhouse (GB) 2 flat wins r25,665.00 C D — Handicap Rating 102 12/1 HR102 R.C. Colgan 9.5 (BK) 9 3/4L 9th of 10 to Bear Story 9.5 DUN 24 SEP 21 Group 3 1m 2f 150yds Std 8/1 HR97 R.C. Colgan 9.5 (BK) 2 3/4L hd 3rd to Horoscope 9.5 KILL 19 AUG 21 11rn Listed 1m 30yds Gd 14/1 HR100 R.C. Colgan 9.2 4 1/2L 6th of 8 to Create Belief 8.13 LEP 12 AUG 21 Group 3 1m Gd/Yld

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CURRENT OPTION (14)

6

(Hood) Br B g Camelot (GB) - Coppertop B Grangecon Holdings Ltd O Dooley Thoroughbreds & Bart O’Sullivan & Shamrock Thoroughbreds

9

11

(137)

(18)

74-3960 F Gavin Ryan J Adrian McGuinness T

A Group winner in the past and suited by big fields, though he has often shown his best form over 7f. Others have more appealing profiles. Winning Range Sft-GY. Star Rating 3 Current Option 6 flat wins r260,565.80 — Handicap Rating 102 22/1 HR104 Adam Caffrey 9.3 (H) 5 1/4L 12th of 25 to Lord Dudley 8.5 CK 6 MAY Ext hcp 7f Gd 13/2 HR106 R.P. Whelan 9.9 4L 6th of 11 to Markaz Paname 8.10 here 10 APR Group 3 7f Gd/Yld 28/1 HR107 C.J. MacRedmond 9.11 (H) 6 1/4L 9th of 25fn, 26rn to Raadobarg 9.7 here 26 MAR Ext hcp 1m Yld 32

5

SALTONSTALL (GB) (44)

8

Br Ch g Pivotal (GB) - Macleya (GER) B Cheveley Park Stud Ltd O Dooley Thoroughbreds & Bart O’Sullivan

(C,T)

9

10

(136)

(23)

0702-74 F Cian MacRedmond (5) J Adrian McGuinness T

Often runs his race in these big-field handicaps and wasn’t disgraced behind some classy performers in Listed company at Leopardstown last time. Not without hope. Winning Range Hvy-Gd & AW. Star Rating 3 Saltonstall (GB) 7 flat wins r195,860.00 CD — Handicap Rating 101 16/1 HR102 C.T. Keane 9.7 (CP) (TS) 2 1/2L 1L ns 4th to Pearls Galore (FR) 9.7 LEP 6 APR 7rn Listed 1m Gd 12/1 HR102 C.T. Keane 9.11 (CP) (TS) 5 1/4L 7th of 25fn, 26rn to Raadobarg 9.7 here 26 MAR Ext hcp 1m Yld 4/1 HR102 C.J. MacRedmond 9.3 (CP) (TS) nk 2nd to Agitare 9.3 NAAS 31 OCT 21 8rn 7f 195yds Hvy

6

CASANOVA (GB) (55)

6

Br B g Frankel (GB) - Karen’s Caper (USA) B Godolphin O Dooley Thoroughbreds

9

8

(134)

(3)

1348-24 F Adam Caffrey (10) J Adrian McGuinness T

Twice a winner last season and shaped well when a running-on fourth in the Irish Lincoln over course and distance on his latest start. One to consider. Winning Range Gd & AW. Star Rating 3 Casanova (GB) 4 flat wins r32,516.40 D — Handicap Rating 99 40/1 HR99 Adam Caffrey 8.12 2L ns 1L 4th to Raadobarg 9.7 here 26 MAR 26rn Ext hcp 1m Yld 9/2 HR99 R.P. Whelan 9.5 1 3/4L 2nd to San Andreas 8.12 DUN 11 MAR 5rn 1m Std 33/1 HR99 E.J. McNamara 9.9 6L 8th of 16 to Masen (GB) 9.7 LEP 23 OCT 21 Listed 7f Gd

LAELAPS (34)

4

Br B g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Magen’s Star B Mr Maurice Regan O Newtown Anner Stud Farm Ltd

9

6

(132)

(24)

0104-89 F Scott McCullagh (5) J Mrs John Harrington T

Produced a solid effort when eighth in the Irish Lincoln on his return but failed to match that run at Cork last time. Others are preferred.

Winning Range Sft-YS. Star Rating 2 Laelaps 2 flat wins r18,880.00 D — Handicap Rating 97 14/1 HR99 S.T. McCullagh 9.9 5 1/4L 9th of 17 to Tip Of The Spear 8.12 CK 16 APR Ext hcp 1m 2f 30yds Yld/Sft 20/1 HR99 S. Foley 9.8 5 1/2L 8th of 25fn, 26rn to Raadobarg 9.7 here 26 MAR Ext hcp 1m Yld 11/1 HR100 B.M. Coen 9.9 nk 1/2L 2L 4th to Agitare 9.3 NAAS 31 OCT 21 8rn 7f 195yds Hvy

8

LAUGHIFUWANT (5)

7

Br B g Roderic O’Connor - Red Fanfare (GB) B Gerry Cumiskey O Mrs E Keane & Mrs F Cumiskey

9

(TStrap)

6

(132)

(5)

360-853 F Seamie Heffernan J Gerard Keane T

Landed the Irish Cambridgeshire over C&D back in 2020 and posted his best effort this season when third in Listed company at Naas last week. May get involved. Winning Range Hvy-Sft. Star Rating 3 Laughifuwant 3 flat wins r123,674.00 CD — Handicap Rating 97 12/1 HR97 J.A. Heffernan 9.11 (TS) 1 1/4L 3/4L 3rd to Lust 9.11 NAAS 15 MAY 6rn Listed 7f Gd 22/1 HR99 S.P. Bird 9.4 7 1/2L 5th of 9 to Breaking Story 8.4 LIM 23 APR Ext hcp 1m Gd 33/1 HR100 J.A. Heffernan 9.9 5 3/4L 8th of 11 to Markaz Paname 8.10 here 10 APR Group 3 7f Gd/Yld

9

PROBE (GB) (34)

4

Br B g Kingman (GB) - Tested (GB) B Juddmonte Farms (East) Ltd O Juddmonte

9

6

(CPiece)

(132)

(8)

5411-0 F Chris Hayes J D K Weld T

Lightly-raced gelding from a top yard but failed to make an impact on his handicap debut at Cork last month. Needs to step up in first-time cheekpieces. Winning Range Sft. Star Rating 3 Probe (GB) 2 flat wins r17,110.00 — Handicap Rating 97 12/1 HR98 C.D. Hayes 10.0 14L 14th of 17 to Punk Poet 8.12 CK 16 APR Ext hcp 7f Yld/Sft 5/2 C.T. Keane 9.9 won 2L 1 1/2L from San Martino 9.3 and Corps Des Pages 9.4 LIST 5 JUN 21 7rn 7f Sft 1min 30.9sec 6/4Fav C.T. Keane 9.7 won 7L 1/2L from Draconid 9.2 and Lakomet Of Saints (FR) 9.7 KILL 11 MAY 21 12rn mdn 1m 31yds Sft 1min 48.5sec

10 REAL FORCE (GB) (5)

5

Br Gr g Lethal Force - Real Me (GB) B Peter Onslow O Lance Bloodstock Limited

9

6

(132)

(1)

21-0-544 F J M Sheridan (3) J Gerard O’Leary T

Has posted some solid efforts in good company this season, including when fourth in a Listed event at Naas last week.

Not discounted on his handicap debut. Winning Range YS-GY. Star Rating 3 Real Force (GB) 3 flat wins r34,305.00 — Handicap Rating 97 8/1 HR97 N.G. McCullagh 9.11 1 1/4L 3/4L hd 4th to Lust 9.11 NAAS 15 MAY 6rn Listed 7f Gd 15/2 HR98 S. Foley 9.7 1 1/4L 1 1/2L 1 3/4L 4th to Raadobarg 9.11 TIPP 21 APR 7rn 7f 100yds Sft/Hvy 100/1 HR100 N.G. McCullagh 9.9 3 3/4L 5th of 11 to Markaz Paname 8.10 here 10 APR Group 3 7f Gd/Yld

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RACE FOUR

7

11 SIRJACK THOMAS (55)

7

Br Gr g Fast Company - Veliyka B Mr P Morrison O Dooley Thoroughbreds

9

4

(130)

(16)

40000-0 F Luke McAteer (3) J Adrian McGuinness T

Successful twice last summer, including over C&D, before failing to make a serious impact in his final five starts of the year.

Entitled to build on his comeback run in the Irish Lincoln but others are favoured. Winning Range Hvy-Gd. Star Rating 3 Sirjack Thomas 6 flat wins r129,547.50 CD — Handicap Rating 95 28/1 HR96 J. Coen 8.12 8 1/2L 16th of 25fn, 26rn to Raadobarg 9.7 here 26 MAR Ext hcp 1m Yld 28/1 HR97 C.J. MacRedmond 9.11 8 3/4L last of 13 to In From The Cold 9.5 LEP 23 OCT 21 Ext hcp 1m Gd 33/1 HR98 R.P. Whelan 9.9 6 1/2L 14th of 15 to Queenship 9.0 CK 28 SEP 21 Listed 1m Sft

12 STAR HARBOUR (55)

4

Br B g Sea The Stars - Sioduil B Mrs Jacqueline Norris O Phoenix Thoroughbred Limited

(Visor)

9

3

(129)

(14)

05780-3 F Ronan Whelan J Adrian McGuinness T

Successful twice last season and made an encouraging return to action when third in the Irish Lincoln over C&D in March.

Capable of making an impact. Winning Range Yld-Gd. Star Rating 3 Star Harbour 2 flat wins r32,745.00 — Handicap Rating 94 18/1 HR92 G.M. Ryan 9.1 (V) 2L ns 3rd to Raadobarg 9.7 here 26 MAR 26rn Ext hcp 1m Yld 25/1 HR93 C.J. MacRedmond 9.9 (V) 6L 10th of 12 to Eagle’s Flight 9.4 DUN 8 OCT 21 hcp 1m Std 9/2Fav HR94 C.T. Keane 9.13 (V) 10L 8th of 13 to Laelaps 9.9 LIST 21 SEP 21 Ext hcp 1m Yld/Sft

RACE FOUR

13 FASTNET CROWN (14)

5

Br B g Hallowed Crown (AUS) - Fastnet Lady B Michael Smith O M J Smith

9

(B,T)

2

(128)

(20)

1735-84 F Leigh Roche J M D O’Callaghan T

Showed progressive form last year and caught the eye when a close fourth in a competitive Cork handicap over 7f last time.

Shouldn’t be far away. Winning Range GF & AW. Star Rating 4 Fastnet Crown 2 flat wins r18,290.00 C D — Handicap Rating 93 11/1 HR92 L.F. Roche 9.1 (BK) (TS) nk hd hd 4th to Lord Dudley 8.5 CK 6 MAY 25rn Ext hcp 7f Gd 10/1 HR93 L.F. Roche 9.9 (TS) 5 3/4L 8th of 17 to Punk Poet 8.12 CK 16 APR Ext hcp 7f Yld/Sft L. F. Roche 8.9 (BK) (TS) 4L 5th of 26 to Bedouin’s Story (GB) 9.5 NEWMARKET 25 SEP 21 hcp 1m 1f Gd /Frm

14 QUIZICAL (55)

7

9

Br B g Roderic O’Connor - Twenty Questions (GB) B Joe Bishop O John Lavery

2

(128)

(27)

20504-0 F J Cleary (7) J Ms Sheila Lavery T

Performed well when runner-up at Galway last July but has largely found things tough since, including when well held in the Irish Lincoln on his return. It may be best to focus elsewhere. Winning Range Hvy-GS. Star Rating 2 Quizical 2 flat wins r25,504.00 D — Handicap Rating 93 50/1 HR94 R.C. Colgan 9.3 8 1/4L 15th of 25fn, 26rn to Raadobarg 9.7 here 26 MAR Ext hcp 1m Yld Robert Colgan 9.0 1 1/4L 1 1/2L nk 4th to Boosala 9.2 DONCASTER 6 NOV 21 18rn hcp (86-105)7f 6yds Sft 6/1 HR96 R.C. Colgan 9.10 25L 10th of 13 to Maud Gonne Spirit 8.9 LIM 9 OCT 21 hcp 1m Hvy

15 PIERRE LAPIN (84)

5

Br B g Cappella Sansevero (GB) - Beatrix Potter B CBS Bloodstock O Gary Devlin & Shamrock Thoroughbreds & Nigel O’Hare & Joseph McCrory

9

1

(127)

(19)

040-900 F Ben Coen J Adrian McGuinness T

Landed the Mill Reef for Roger Varian as a juvenile but has failed to live up to expectations since, including when last sighted in Dubai earlier this year. Others look more likely. Winning Range GF. Star Rating 2 Pierre Lapin 2 flat wins r54,446.10 — Handicap Rating 92 Rowan Scott 9.1 7L 11th of 11fn, 12rn to Batwan (FR) 9.6 MEYDAN 25 FEB hcp 6f Gd Andrea Atzeni 8.10 17L 14th of 16 to Storm Damage (GB) 9.3 MEYDAN 11 FEB Listed 7f Gd Pat Dobbs 9.0 7L 9th of 14 to Batwan (FR) 8.10 MEYDAN 28 JAN 6f Gd

16 ADMIRAL NELSON (GB) (34)

4

Br B g Kingman (GB) - Shamandar (FR) B Mr & Mrs R & P Scott O David Spratt & Sean Jones & Mrs Lynne Lyons

(TStrap)

9

0

(126)

(11)

93-780-7 F Gary Carroll J G M Lyons T

Competed in good company when a member of the Ballydoyle team and made a promising start for his current yard when a staying-on seventh at Cork last month. Up in trip and worthy of respect. Winning Range GF. Star Rating 4 Admiral Nelson (GB) 1 flat win r10,325.00 C — Handicap Rating 91 12/1 HR91 C.T. Keane 9.7 5 1/4L 7th of 17 to Punk Poet 8.12 CK 16 APR Ext hcp 7f Yld/Sft 22/1 HR97 R.L. Moore 9.2 5L 11th of 16 to Romantic Proposal 9.4 here 26 JUN 21 Listed 6f Gd 22/1 HR99 W.M. Lordan 9.1 6 1/4L 8th of 10 to Real Appeal (GER) 9.11 LEP 10 JUN 21 Group 3 6f 181yds Gd

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17 MUTASARREF (GB) (14)

4

9

0

(126)

(17)

521-15 F Colin Keane J G M Lyons T

Br B g Dark Angel - Mulkeyya B Shadwell Estate Company Limited O Eleanora Kennedy

Made the perfect start for his respected stable when bolting up at Leopardstown last month before a close fifth at Cork on his latest outing. Steps up in trip and appears more likely than most. Winning Range YS-Gd. Star Rating 4 Mutasarref (GB) 2 flat wins r13,865.00 — Handicap Rating 91 9/4Fav HR91 C.T. Keane 9.0 1 1/2L 5th of 25 to Lord Dudley 8.5 CK 6 MAY Ext hcp 7f Gd 13/8Fav HR80 C.T. Keane 10.2 won 2 1/2L 1/2L from Timourid 9.12 and Midnight Fire 9.6 LEP 6 APR 17rn hcp (50-80)7f Gd 1min 29.2sec 7/4Fav C.T. Keane 9.7 (CP) won 1 3/4L 4 1/2L from Stately Home 9.10 and Indulging (GB) 9.7 LIST 21 SEP 21 15rn mdn 7f Yld/Sft 1min 31.8sec

18 IN FROM THE COLD (12)

5

8

Br Br Gr g Alhebayeb - Grandegrandegrande B Ciara Eglington O L Mulvany

13

(125)

(15)

540880 F Wesley Joyce (7) J Michael Mulvany T

Wasn’t beaten far at Cork on his penultimate Flat start but dropped out quickly at Leopardstown when last seen. Likely to find some of his rivals too strong. Winning Range Hvy-GS. Star Rating 2 In From The Cold 5 flat wins r64,338.00 1 N.H. win r5,900.00 D — Handicap Rating 90 11/1 HR91 W. Joyce 9.8 12L 11th of 14 to Dublin Journal 9.5 LEP 8 MAY Ext hcp 1m 2f Gd 22/1 HR131 J.C. Gainford 10.11 23L 8th of 12fn, 17rn to Felix Desjy (FR) 11.4 PUN 26 APR Ext hcp hdl Grade B 2m 100yds Gd/Yld 12/1 HR92 W. Joyce 9.0 2 3/4L 8th of 17 to Tip Of The Spear 8.12 CK 16 APR Ext hcp 1m 2f 30yds Yld/Sft

4

Br B g Vadamos (FR) - Pretty Priceless B Woodtown House Stud O OTI Racing

(TStrap)

8

12

(124)

(2)

85380-1 F Billy Lee J Henry de Bromhead T

Returned from a break to score on the Polytrack at Dundalk in February but the big question is does he hold the same potential on turf? His current record on this surface would suggest not. Winning Range AW. Star Rating 3 Catena Zapata 2 flat wins r15,045.00 D — Handicap Rating 89 7/1 HR81 W.J. Lee 9.10 (TS) won nk 2 1/2L from Chavajod (GB) 9.5 and Tyrconnell 10.1 DUN 11 FEB 14rn hcp 1m Std 1min 39.1sec 50/1 HR86 C.D. Hayes 9.5 (TS) 13L 10th of 11 to Horoscope 9.5 KILL 19 AUG 21 Listed 1m 30yds Gd 25/1 HR87 W.J. Lee 9.11 (TS) 12L 8th of 13 to Citronnade (GB) 9.9 GAL 26 JUL 21 hcp (60-90)1m 4f 84yds Yld/Sft

20 HAZIYA (48)

4

Br Br f Le Havre - Hazaraba B His Highness The Aga Khan’s Studs S C O Kieran Leavy

8

9

(121)

(10)

63337-1 F Mikey Sheehy (3) J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

Made an impressive debut for this yard when hacking up at Leopardstown last month and, with further improvement likely, she looks a serious player. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 5 Haziya 1 flat win r7,080.00 D — Handicap Rating 86 13/8Fav HR73 M.P. Sheehy 9.1 won 3L nk from Jungle Cove 9.11 and Coins Cross 9.8 LEP 2 APR 17rn hcp (50-85)1m Gd 1min 45.3sec 6/1 HR75 R.P. Whelan 9.2 15L 7th of 17 to Bonte Moi (FR) 9.2 GOW 18 SEP 21 mdn 1m 1f 100yds Yld 5/1 R.P. Whelan 9.2 1L 6L 3rd to Interpretation 9.7 here 25 JUN 21 10rn mdn 1m 2f Gd

21 NO MORE PORTER (11)

4

Br B g Elzaam (AUS) - Zaziyra B Mr I Holloway O No More Porter Syndicate

8

7

(119)

(9)

3139-63 F Jamie Powell (7) J John James Feane T

Successful twice at this track last season and shaped nicely from a wide draw at Roscommon on his latest start. This race is stronger but he’s no forlorn hope. Winning Range Yld. Star Rating 3 No More Porter 2 flat wins r15,340.00 CD — Handicap Rating 84 7/1 HR83 J. Coen 9.3 1L 1/2L 3rd to Timourid 9.4 ROS 9 MAY 15rn Ext hcp 7f 70yds Sft/Hvy 25/1 HR83 K.J. Manning 9.7 3 1/2L 6th of 13 to Blairmayne 9.8 NAAS 25 APR hcp 5f 205yds Gd 9/2Fav HR83 K.J. Manning 8.8 21L 9th of 13 to Maud Gonne Spirit 8.9 LIM 9 OCT 21 hcp 1m Hvy

22 MASSAMAN (14)

4

Br B g Mehmas - Blossom Deary B Killarkin Stud O JPD Partnership

(CPiece)

8

7

(119)

(13)

61-1218 F Rory Cleary J Jack W Davison T

C&D winner who posted a career-best effort when hacking up at Gowran Park on his penultimate start. Shaped better than the bare result suggests at Cork last time and he can get involved. Winning Range Yld-Gd & AW. Star Rating 4 Massaman 3 flat wins r19,175.00 CD — Handicap Rating 83 14/1 HR84 R.P. Cleary 8.7 (CP) (TS) 3 1/2L 8th of 25 to Lord Dudley 8.5 CK 6 MAY Ext hcp 7f Gd 11/8Fav HR68 C.T. Keane 10.0 (CP) won 7L 1 3/4L from Rock Etoile 10.0 and You Owe Me Money 10.1 GOW 7 APR 14rn hcp (47-70)7f Gd 1min 26.3sec 100/30 HR68 G.P. Halpin 10.0 2 1/2L 2nd to Zahee 9.6 LEP 2 APR 14rn hcp (47-70)1m Gd

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RACE FOUR

19 CATENA ZAPATA (98)

23 PRETTY REBEL (11)

5

8

7

(119)

(21)

13220-6 F Andrew Slattery J Gerard O’Leary T

Br B f Gutaifan - La Chassotte (FR) B Lance Bloodstock O Lance Bloodstock Limited

Has registered both of her wins at this venue and wasn’t disgraced when sixth at Roscommon on her return last week. This race is stronger, though. Winning Range Sft-YS. Star Rating 3 Pretty Rebel 2 flat wins r11,800.00 C — Handicap Rating 83 11/1 HR84 S. Foley 9.11 (CP) 7 1/4L 6th of 15 to Timourid 9.4 ROS 9 MAY Ext hcp 7f 70yds Sft/Hvy Martin Harley 9.6 (CP) 33L 15th of 18 to Molls Memory (GB) 9.9 NEWBURY 22 OCT 21 hcp (71-90)7f Hvy 3/1 HR82 C.D. Hayes 9.8 (CP) 3L 2nd to Dante’s Pass 9.11 LIM 9 OCT 21 7rn 7f Hvy

24 ELZAAM BLUE (11)

4

8

Br B g Elzaam (AUS) - Ghostflower B Mogeely Stud Ltd O Siobhan Ni Cheallaigh & Philip Egan

7

(119)

(26)

1137 F Nathan Crosse (3) J D J Bunyan T

Landed wins at Dundalk in February and March but failed to live up to expectations on his turf debut at Roscommon last week.

Has to step up. Winning Range AW. Star Rating 3 Elzaam Blue 2 flat wins r13,570.00 D — Handicap Rating 82 11/2Fav HR82 C.D. Hayes 9.9 7 1/4L 7th of 15 to Timourid 9.4 ROS 9 MAY Ext hcp 7f 70yds Sft/Hvy 2/1Fav HR82 C.D. Hayes 9.12 ns hd 3rd to Skontonovski (GB) 9.4 DUN 25 MAR 13rn Ext hcp 1m Std 5/2Fav HR75 C.D. Hayes 9.4 won 3/4L nk from Adapt To Dan 8.10 and Zahee 9.5 DUN 11 MAR 14rn Ext hcp 1m Std 1min 39.3sec

RACE FOUR

25 CELTIC CROWN (9)

5

8

Br B f Hallowed Crown (AUS) - Kosika (USA) B Moran Stud Farm O Robert J W Moran

7

(119)

(25)

3120-83 F Wayne Lordan J Joseph G Murphy T

Finished nicely at Gowran Park on her latest outing and, on just her third start for this yard, she may still have more to offer.

Winning Range Sft-Gd. Star Rating 3 Celtic Crown 3 flat wins r26,550.00 D — Handicap Rating 81 5/1 HR81 G.F. Carroll 9.5 1 3/4L 1 1/2L 3rd to New York Angel 8.6 GOW 11 MAY 10rn Ext hcp 1m Gd 22/1 HR81 G.F. Carroll 10.1 4 1/4L 8th of 15 to Aurora Princess 9.8 LIM 23 APR hcp 1m Gd 9/2Fav HR83 C.T. Keane 9.9 7 3/4L 12th of 16 to Dedillon 9.3 GAL 31 JUL 21 Ext hcp 1m 73yds Gd

26 NEEDLE LACE (GB) (9)

4

Br B f Golden Horn (GB) - Rosaline B Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum O David K Kelly

8

7

(Hood)

(119)

(12)

222312 F N G McCullagh K J Condon T

Continued her progression when runner-up in a handicap at Gowran Park on her latest start and, despite this being tougher, she cannot be dismissed. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 3 Needle Lace (GB) 1 flat win r7,080.00 D — Handicap Rating 81 16/5Fav HR80 W.J. Lee 9.4 (H) 1 3/4L 2nd to New York Angel 8.6 GOW 11 MAY 10rn Ext hcp 1m Gd 13/2 HR72 N.G. McCullagh 9.4 (H) won nk 2L from Admiralty Place (GB) 9.9 and Maristella 9.4 LIM 23 APR 16rn mdn 1m Gd 1min 45.7sec 8/1 J.M. Sheridan 9.1 3L 1 1/4L 3rd to Sultanov Swing (FR) 9.4 GOW 13 APR 15rn mdn 1m 1f 130yds Yld/Sft

27 FERRYBANK (GB) (5)

4

8

(Blinkers)

Br B g Cable Bay - Hewayaat (GB) B Highfort Stud & Jake Warren Ltd O Mrs Helen Walsh

7

(119)

(6)

1304-07 F Tom Madden J T M Walsh T

Landed a Leopardstown handicap last July but has largely struggled since, including in two outings this season. Needs much more in first-time blinkers. Winning Range Gd & AW. Star Rating 2 Ferrybank (GB) 2 flat wins r15,635.00 — Handicap Rating 80 14/1 HR80 W.J. Lee 9.4 (TS) 11L 7th of 13 to Hale Bopp 9.9 NAAS 15 MAY Ext hcp 1m Gd 17/2 HR81 W.J. Lee 9.5 7L 10th of 13 to Blairmayne 9.8 NAAS 25 APR hcp 5f 205yds Gd 7/1 HR81 C.D. Hayes 8.6 1/2L nk nk 4th to Inflection Point 8.8 DUN 17 DEC 21 8rn hcp 7f Std

RESERVES 28 SAN AER (48)

4

Br B g Vocalised (USA) - Teacht An Earraig (USA) B J S Bolger O Mrs Helen Mullins

8

7

(119)

(28)

77010-0 F J

Thomas Mullins T

Successful in a Killarney maiden last October but offered little in a handicap at Leopardstown on his return last month. Hard to fancy if getting a run. Winning Range Sft. Star Rating 2 San Aer 1 flat win r7,080.00 — Handicap Rating 76 66/1 HR77 B.M. Coen 9.8 (TS) 10L last of 17 to Haziya 9.1 LEP 2 APR hcp (50-85)1m Gd 33/1 J.B. Foley 10.11 88L last of 16fn, 18rn to Icare Allen (FR) 11.2 LEP 27 DEC 21 mdn hdl 2m Yld/Sft 3/1 HR71 C.T. Keane 9.7 won 1/2L 3 3/4L from So Fascinating 8.13 and Monteria 9.7 KILL 2 OCT 21 10rn mdn 1m 30yds Sft 1min 49.3sec 36

B,T worn by No. 13. Blinkers worn by No. 1, No. 27. C,T worn by No. 5. CPiece worn by No. 9, No. 22. Hood worn by No. 4, No. 26.

TStrap worn by No. 8, No. 16, No. 19. Visor worn by No. 12.

Long Handicap - Massaman 8-6 (118), Pretty Rebel 8-6 (118), Elzaam Blue 8-5 (117), Celtic Crown 8-4 (116), Needle Lace (GB) 8-4 (116), Ferrybank (GB) 8-3 (115), San Aer 7-13 (111) Probable Starting Prices - 9/2 Haziya, 5/1 Mutasarref (GB), 10/1 Fastnet Crown, 12/1 Visualisation, 14/1 Admiral Nelson (GB), No More Porter, 16/1 Laughifuwant, Probe (GB), Star Harbour, Catena Zapata, Massaman, Needle Lace (GB), 20/1 Saltonstall (GB), Casanova (GB), Real Force (GB), 25/1 Bopedro (FR), Current Option, Laelaps, Sirjack Thomas, Pierre Lapin, Pretty Rebel, Elzaam Blue, Celtic Crown, 33/1 Charterhouse (GB), Quizical, In From The Cold, 50/1 Ferrybank (GB)

2021 - 1st Baby Zeus 2nd Mirann (FR) 3rd Bright Idea (2 min. 16.4 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT A big-field handicap with plenty of useful performers on show and, unsurprisingly, a case can be made for plenty. Mutasarref may still have more to offer for Ger Lyons and warrants plenty of respect along with his stablemate Admiral Nelson, who steps up in trip after shaping with promise at Cork on his debut for the Glenburnie handler. However, it was hard not to be taken by the winning performance of HAZIYA at Leopardstown on her first run for Joseph O’Brien last month and, with potentially more to come, the daughter of Le Havre makes plenty of appeal. Fastnet Crown caught the eye in the Mallow at Cork on his latest start and can also feature.

VERDICT

The inaugural running of the William Hill Emerald Mile sees an extremely competitive field go to post. Haziya is the likely favourite, last seen winning by three lengths at Leopardstown in April, on his first start for the yard. However with extra places available with William Hill, the nod could go to Adrian McGuinness’ STAR HARBOUR to build on his C&D third in the Irish Lincolnshire on his only start this season.

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HORSE WELFARE - A PRIORITY

At every race meeting there are specially qualified equine veterinary surgeons on duty to look after the wellbeing of all the horses racing. There is a vet in attendance at the start of each race who, follows the horses throughout the race and is quickly on hand if a casualty occurs.

It is normal procedure to erect screens around any horse receiving veterinary treatment. This allows the veterinary surgeon some privacy to fully assess the horses’ injuries and race goers should not assume the worst if screens are erected around an injured horse.

The Blue Cross ambulance is always present to transport the horse back to the stable yard for further treatment if necessary.

A second veterinary surgeon is in attendance in the stable yard to assess and treat any horses requiring such attention post race. The horses’ welfare is always our priority.

THE ASSOCIATION OF IRISH RACECOURSE VETERINARY SURGEONS (AIRCVS)

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RACE FOUR

DANGER: Mutasarref

WIN: HAZIYA

BEST TURNED OUT LEAGUE

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CAVALOR LAUNCH The Curragh is delighted to announce an enhanced partnership this year with Cavalor, one of the world’s leading producers of nutritional and care products for performance horses.

The main element of the relationship will be to acknowledge the equine superstars, with all winning horses receiving a Cavalor branded bucket containing a variety of unique Cavalor products dedicated to the health and wellbeing of horses.

Focusing on health from the inside and outside Cavalor bring complete horse nutrition and care to nurture, maintain and protect the health of the horse. They offer a complete line of horse feed, supplements and health care products. All are the result of years of intense research and development, thorough testing, selection of the highest quality ingredients and strict manufacturing and quality control processes.

Cavalor will award all the Winning Horses during the 2022 racing season with a Cavalor Care Pack to replenish and refresh them after their efforts and some High Performance supplements to help aid recovery after their race. And every winner deserves a treat, so also in the bucket is a selection of Cavalor Sweeties, the healthy horse treat.” #whentheresultcounts #cavalorcares #empoweryourambition #feedasyouneed #highperformance #fortheloveofthehorse

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FIFTH RACE 6.35P.M. THE CAVALOR EQUINE NUTRITION IRISH EBF MAIDEN OF W20,000

7f

Seven Furlongs (1,400 metres) Rathbride Post

Starting from stalls. Value to winner: r11800; Second: r4000; Third: r2000; Fourth: r1000; Fifth: r600; Sixth: r400.

(For Race Conditions see page 62)

RACE SPONSOR

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TRIFECTA RACE Br Breeding

No

Horse

1

ADMIRALTY PLACE (GB) (14)

B Breeder

O Owner

F Form

J Jockey

T Trainer

Age

st

lb

(lbs)

Draw

4

10

5

(145)

(17)

Br B g Territories - Imperialistic B The National Stud O Mrs Theresa Marnane

0-3-323 F Shane Foley J Mrs John Harrington T

RACE FIVE

Certainly won’t lack for experience after five career starts and has placed on all three outings for Jessica Harrington. Beaten just half a length into third in a Cork handicap last time and not without a chance. Star Rating 4 Admiralty Place (GB) — Handicap Rating 87 12/1 HR83 S. Foley 8.8 nk hd 3rd to Lord Dudley 8.5 CK 6 MAY 25rn Ext hcp 7f Gd 10/11Fav HR83 O.J. Orr 9.9 nk 2nd to Needle Lace (GB) 9.4 LIM 23 APR 16rn mdn 1m Gd 14/1 S. Foley 10.7 hd 1 1/2L 3rd to Malex (GB) 9.8 here 26 MAR 20rn mdn 7f Yld

2

BALLYSAX LIL’ MICK (-)

4

10

Br B g Prince of Lir - Well Hello B Andrews Syndicate

5

(145)

(10) F

N G McCullagh J Miss Katy Brown T

O Liam Tougher

His dam placed over 1m4f and is a half-sister to a classy Australian horses over 10 furlongs, so he might end up needing further than this in time. Looks best watched on debut. Star Rating 2

3

MR RANGO (40)

4

10

5

(145)

(7)

085-0 F M A Gallagher J Ross O’Sullivan T

Br B g Hallowed Crown (AUS) - Honey For Money B Mr Jason Harney O J Harney & Paul Brophy

Ended last season with arguably his best performance to date, when beaten over seven lengths into fifth at Killarney.

Struggled to make an impact on his reappearance here last month and others have stronger form claims. Star Rating 2 Mr Rango 66/1 T.P. Madden 10.6 7L 12th of 18 to Joyous Moment 9.3 here 10 APR mdn 6f Yld 25/1 Adam Tracey 8.11 7 1/2L 5th of 10 to San Aer 9.7 KILL 2 OCT 21 mdn 1m 30yds Sft 200/1 M.A. Gallagher 9.7 12L 8th of 15 to Mutasarref (GB) 9.7 LIST 21 SEP 21 mdn 7f Yld/Sft

4

YESTER (12)

6

Br B g Kodiac (GB) - Constellation (GB) B Mrs T Mahon O J Madigan

10

5

(145)

(16)

2538-63 F Jake Coen (7) J Adrian Murray T

Has gone close in the past and did just that when third in a Leopardstown maiden last time. He’s rated 77, which means he’s rated 10lb lower than Admiralty Place and runs off level weights. Star Rating 2 Yester — Handicap Rating 77 9/1 HR78 J. Coen 9.13 (BK) hd 1 1/2L 3rd to Corporal Violette 9.3 LEP 8 MAY 14rn mdn 7f Gd 8/1 HR79 G.P. Halpin 9.9 10L 6th of 16 to Needle Lace (GB) 9.4 LIM 23 APR mdn 1m Gd 28/1 HR80 J. Coen 8.8 (CP) (TS) 3 1/4L 8th of 15 to Sh Boom (GB) 9.7 here 25 SEP 21 hcp 7f Gd 40

5

STEP BACK IN TIME (9)

4

Br Ch f Footstepsinthesand (GB) - Gift of Time (GB) B Miss S Tolerton O S Tolerton

10

0

(140)

(11)

08-0 F Gary Halpin J Christopher David Timmons (R) T

Has failed to make any sort of impact in three starts to date, with arguably her best effort so far being when finishing eighth, beaten over seven lengths, at Dundalk two starts ago. Star Rating 2 Step Back In Time — Handicap Rating 57 150/1 G.M. Ryan 10.2 15L 10th of 16 to Miss Mirabell 9.3 GOW 11 MAY mdn 1m Gd 150/1 B.M. Coen 9.2 7 1/4L 8th of 14 to Business (FR) 9.7 DUN 10 DEC 21 mdn 7f Std 40/1 R.C. Colgan 9.2 11L 10th of 14 to Big Dream 9.7 DUN 29 OCT 21 mdn 1m Std

6

TONNTA (37)

4

Br Ch f Born To Sea - Cadence (GB) B CDA Bloodstock O Ms Aoife Dwyer

10

(TStrap)

0

(140)

(5)

00 F Wayne Lordan J J G Coogan T

Has managed to beat just one horse home in two starts so far and was beaten 44 lengths when last of 15 in a Gowran maiden over an extended 1m1f last time. Star Rating 1 Tonnta 150/1 Neve Bennett 8.8 (TS) 44L last of 15 to Sultanov Swing (FR) 9.4 GOW 13 APR mdn 1m 1f 130yds Yld/Sft 40/1 Ms R. Boyd 10.8 (TS) 47L 12th of 13 to Magical Zoe 10.8 CK 24 MAR Bumper 2m Gd

7

MIDDLEMARCH (16)

3

9

8

Br B c Caravaggio (USA) - Jigsaw B Whisperview Trading Ltd O Westerberg,Mrs J Magnier,M Tabor,D Smith

(134)

(15)

6 F Ryan Moore J A P O’Brien T

Really took time to hit his stride on debut, being reluctant to load and slowly away before running on into sixth at Gowran.

He picked up well late on there and could be a lot better in this. Star Rating 5 Middlemarch 9/1 W.M. Lordan 9.8 8 3/4L 6th of 16 to Inchturk 9.8 GOW 4 MAY mdn 1m Yld

NAVAGIO (27)

3

Br B g Footstepsinthesand (GB) - Souzie B Ballygallon Stud Limited O Ballygallon Stud Limited

9

8

(Hood)

(134)

(14)

332-43 F Ben Coen J J P Murtagh T

A consistent performer as a juvenile with three placed efforts out of three starts, he only weakened out of contention close home over a mile at Limerick last time and could make his presence felt here. Star Rating 4 Navagio — Handicap Rating 79 7/4Fav HR79 B.M. Coen 8.13 1 1/4L 1/2L 3rd to Aurora Princess 9.8 LIM 23 APR 15rn hcp 1m Gd 4/1 HR80 D.E. Sheehy 8.4 1 1/2L 4 1/2L ns 4th to Markaz Paname 9.10 NAAS 27 MAR 10rn Ext hcp 7f Gd/Yld 7/4 B.M. Coen 9.8 2 1/2L 2nd to Jack Rose 9.0 DUN 8 OCT 21 13rn mdn 7f Std

9

SECRET MAGICIAN (14)

3

9

8

(134)

(3)

926-67 F Seamie Heffernan J Martin Hassett (R) T

Br B g Magician - Secret Shine B Ms Gillian O’Neill O Deirdre Hassett

His previous visit to this track saw him fill second spot in a maiden here last term, but subsequent runs have been less encouraging, including when well beaten over 10 furlongs at Cork last time. Star Rating 3 Secret Magician — Handicap Rating 73 50/1 HR75 J.A. Heffernan 9.8 13L 7th of 13 to Martinstown 9.8 CK 6 MAY mdn 1m 2f 40yds Gd 16/1 HR76 W.M. Lordan 9.8 11L 6th of 16 to Moony Beams (GB) 9.8 GOW 13 APR mdn 1m Yld/Sft 17/2 W.M. Lordan 9.7 8L 6th of 13 to Tosen Wish 9.7 NAV 20 OCT 21 mdn 5f 164yds Yld

10 SELECTIVE POWER (-)

3

Br Ch g Tamayuz (GB) - Girl Power B Mrs S Power O Mrs S Power

(Hood)

9

8

(134)

(1) F

Chris Hayes J Edward Lynam T

Half-brother to five winners, including the top-class sprinter Slade Power, who won the Diamond Jubilee and July Cup in 2014.

Slight concern he’s been gelded already, but worth a market check at the very least. Star Rating 3

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RACE FIVE

8

11 UNTERBERG (-)

3

9

8

Br B g New Bay (GB) - Berg Bahn B Windflower Overseas Holdings Inc O Anamoine Limited

(134)

(13) F

Colin Keane J G M Lyons T

He’s out of a 7f winner, but he’s by New Bay and a half-brother to a pair of winners over further than today’s trip. Highly likely to need further in time, the €12,000 purchase may be best watched. Star Rating 2

12 FAST BETH (-)

3

9

3

(129)

(9)

Br B f Fast Company - Mystery Bet F Gary Carroll J B Ballyphilip Stud O Mrs Bridget Dillon & Crampscastle Bloodstock Ltd & T Egan & Seamus O’Brien Joseph G Murphy T

Her half-sister won over longer trips than this and she was snapped up for just £1000 at the sales as a two-year-old. Unless the market speaks in her favour, she looks best swerved in this. Star Rating 2

13 GRISEO (133)

3

9

Br Gr f Fast Company - Summer Dove (USA) B Mr D Spratt O Cottage Five Syndicate

3

(129)

(8)

0-0 F Donagh O’Connor J John C McConnell T

Has beaten just one horse home in two starts on the all-weather at Dundalk. Arguably better than her debut when beaten over 11 lengths last time, but needs to take a huge step forward to figure here. Star Rating 1 Griseo 250/1 Siobhan Rutledge 8.11 11L 13th of 14 to Sixteen Arches 8.13 DUN 7 JAN mdn 7f Std 150/1 Siobhan Rutledge 8.6 33L last of 14 to Knocklane Lass 9.1 DUN 10 DEC 21 mdn 7f Std

RACE FIVE

14 I’M POLLY (12)

3

Br B f Coulsty - Polly Adler (GB) B Ivan and Mrs Eileen Heanen O Mrs Eileen Heanen

9

3

(129)

(2)

0 F Cillian McConnell (7) J John C McConnell T

Threw away any chance of making an impact at the start on debut over this trip at Leopardstown and her pedigree suggests she’ll be better over further than this in time. Others make much more appeal. Star Rating 2 I’m Polly 250/1 Siobhan Rutledge 8.12 15L 12th of 14 to Corporal Violette 9.3 LEP 8 MAY mdn 7f Gd

15 LADY DANBURY (-)

3

9

Br B Br f Equiano (FR) - Just Darcy (GB) B Newtown Stud O Mrs S Grassick

3

(129)

(12) F

Ronan Whelan J Ms Sheila Lavery T

Her pedigree sends some mixed messages, as she is by a sprinter in Equiano but is out a dam who is related to a three-mile hurdle winner. The betting market may provide the best indication to her chances. Star Rating 2

16 OPULENT (13)

3

Br Ch f Dubawi - Bracelet B Coolmore O D Smith,Mrs J Magnier,M Tabor,Westerberg

(TStrap)

9

3

(129)

(4)

8 F Mikey Sheehy (3) J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

Was slowly away on debut and showed signs of inexperience, but kept on well enough when the penny dropped. Her dam won the Irish Oaks, so she should have the class but may be better over further. Star Rating 3 Opulent 5/1 M.P. Sheehy 9.0 (H) (TS) 13L 8th of 14 to Ezine (GB) 9.3 NAAS 7 MAY mdn 7f Yld/Sft

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17 STARSONG (246)

3

Br B f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Meetyouatthemoon B Deer Forest Stud O Mrs J E Mulhern & David S McGuinness

9

3

(129)

(6)

03- F Mark Enright J J A Stack T

Didn’t show a great deal on debut, but improved markedly on that when third of seven at Naas in September. Shaped as though this trip would suit there and interesting despite the lengthy absence. Star Rating 3 Starsong 50/1 M.A. Enright 9.2 1L 4L 3rd to Sablonne (GB) 9.2 NAAS 16 SEP 21 7rn mdn 5f 205yds Gd 16/1 M.A. Enright 9.2 11L 11th of 14 to Mise Le Meas 9.0 GOW 24 JUL 21 mdn 7f Gd

Hood worn by No. 8, No. 10. TStrap worn by No. 6, No. 16.

Probable Starting Prices - 9/4 Admiralty Place (GB), 4/1 Navagio, 9/2 Unterberg, 5/1 Middlemarch, 8/1 Yester, 10/1 Opulent, 20/1 Secret Magician, Selective Power, Starsong, 25/1 Fast Beth, Lady Danbury, 50/1 Ballysax Lil’ Mick, 66/1 Mr Rango, 100/1 Step Back In Time, Tonnta, Griseo, I’m Polly

No corresponding race.

CURRAGH COMMENT Admiralty Place has earned a mark of 87 from some decent runs in defeat for Jessica Harrington, including when beaten just half a length into third at Cork last time. He has to be respected, but may struggle to give 11lb to MIDDLEMARCH. Aidan O’Brien’s charge was never in contention after being slowly away on debut at Gowran earlier this month but with that experience under his belt and a better start, he could take some stopping. Opulent could come on from her debut, while Navagio has to be considered too.

DANGER: Admiralty Place

RACE FIVE

WIN: MIDDLEMARCH

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SIXTH RACE 7.10P.M. THE WILLIAM HILL PICK YOUR PLACES HANDICAP OF W20,000

7f

Seven Furlongs (1,400 metres) Rathbride Post

Starting from stalls. Handicaps calculated 16th May. Value to winner: r11800; Second: r4000; Third: r2000; Fourth: r1000; Fifth: r600; Sixth: r400.

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TRIFECTA RACE Br Breeding

No

Horse

1

PALE IRIS (14)

B Breeder

O Owner

F Form

J Jockey

T Trainer

Age

st

lb

(lbs)

Draw

4

10

3

(143)

(18)

Br B f Dragon Pulse - Brimful B Thomas Shirley O Jacqueline Moloney & Gerard Kervick & Crampscastle Bloodstock Ltd

1880-00 F Gary Carroll J Joseph G Murphy T

Successful at 6f and 7f but this year’s form isn’t hugely inspiring at first look. She’s a course-and-distance winner, though, and her latest form figure doesn’t tell the full story. Winning Range YS. Star Rating 2 Pale Iris 2 flat wins r37,465.00 CD — Handicap Rating 93 150/1 HR95 G.F. Carroll 9.4 4 3/4L 11th of 25 to Lord Dudley 8.5 CK 6 MAY Ext hcp 7f Gd 50/1 HR96 G.F. Carroll 9.12 12L 13th of 17 to Punk Poet 8.12 CK 16 APR Ext hcp 7f Yld/Sft 40/1 HR96 G.F. Carroll 9.2 5 3/4L 12th of 15 to Pearls Galore (FR) 9.10 TIPP 26 AUG 21 Group 3 7f 110yds Gd/Yld

2

WALHAAN (231)

6

9

Br Gr g Dark Angel - Back In The Frame (GB) B B Kennedy & Mrs Ann Marie Kennedy

(139)

(1)

4-75323- F Gavin Ryan J Ciaran Murphy T

O Ask Dot Syndicate

RACE SIX

13

Last win was over three years ago but he is interesting making his debut for this yard after a good effort in defeat at Ascot last October.

Winning Range Hvy. Star Rating 3 Walhaan 2 flat wins r20,000.00 D — Handicap Rating 89 Ryan Moore 9.3 hd nk 3rd to Dark Shift (GB) 9.0 ASCOT 1 OCT 21 12rn 1m Gd /Sft Ryan Moore 8.13 3/4L 2nd to Uncle Bryn (GB) 9.6 ASCOT 3 SEP 21 7rn hcp (86-105)1m Gd James Doyle 10.0 ns nk 3rd to Neenee’s Choice (GB) 9.0 NEWBURY 13 AUG 21 8rn hcp (66-85)1m Gd

3

CAMDEBOO (217)

4

9

12

(138)

(16)

140093- F Declan McDonogh J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

Br B f Muhaarar (GB) - Carioca B Karis Bloodstock Ltd & Rathbarry Stud O Cayton Park Stud

Won her maiden over this trip last year and wasn’t disgraced in a Listed race the time after. Might have improved again from three to four years and is lightly raced in handicaps. Winning Range GF. Star Rating 4 Camdeboo 1 flat win r7,080.00 D — Handicap Rating 88 11/1 HR90 M.P. Sheehy 9.11 1L 4 1/2L 3rd to Marbling (GB) 10.2 DUN 15 OCT 21 8rn hcp (70-100)7f AWT 25/1 HR91 D.P. McDonogh 9.3 5 3/4L 9th of 13 to Wren’s Breath 9.3 NAAS 21 JUL 21 Listed 5f 205yds Gd 14/1 HR93 D.P. McDonogh 9.2 9L 11th of 12 to Pearls Galore (FR) 9.10 FAIR 11 JUL 21 Group 3 7f Gd

4

FASTAR (13)

8

Br Ch g Fast Company - Asterism (GB) B Ringfort Stud O Lance Bloodstock Limited

9

10

(136)

(6)

23057-0 F Ronan Whelan J Gerard O’Leary T

His last win was over two years ago now but he’s entitled to have improved for his Naas reappearance and is slipping down to a workable mark. Winning Range Hvy-Gd & AW. Star Rating 3 Fastar 5 flat wins r36,343.30 — Handicap Rating 86 10/1 HR87 S.T. McCullagh 9.11 6 3/4L 11th of 22 to Rough Diamond 9.7 NAAS 7 MAY Ext hcp 5f 205yds Yld/Sft 16/1 HR89 J.M. Sheridan 9.5 (H) 13L 7th of 8 to Agitare 9.3 NAAS 31 OCT 21 7f 195yds Hvy Martin Harley 9.9 4L 5th of 13 to Louie de Palma (GB) 9.3 NEWBURY 22 OCT 21 hcp (71-90)6f Hvy 46

5

PUNK POET (14)

5

Br B g Power (GB) - Just Ching B Dr Dean Harron O Aileen Lynam

9

(TStrap)

10

(136)

(14)

716510 F Shane Crosse J Edward Lynam T

Winner of five races from 7f to 1m and he’s expected to show a bit more than he did at Cork last time while his success there two starts ago remains fresh in the memory. Winning Range YS-Gd & AW. Star Rating 2 Punk Poet 5 flat wins r41,595.00 D — Handicap Rating 86 22/1 HR87 D.P. McDonogh 8.10 (TS) 7 3/4L 18th of 25 to Lord Dudley 8.5 CK 6 MAY Ext hcp 7f Gd 20/1 HR82 D.P. McDonogh 8.12 (TS) won 1/2L nk from Yermanthere 9.6 and That’s Just Dandy 8.11 CK 16 APR 17rn Ext hcp 7f Yld/Sft 1min 29.8sec 16/1 HR85 D.P. McDonogh 9.4 (TS) 6 1/4L 5th of 13 to Spanish Tenor 9.0 NAAS 27 MAR Ext hcp 7f Gd/Yld

6

VERHOYEN (GB) (14)

7

9

(Blinkers) Br B g Piccolo (GB) - Memory Lane (GB) B Miss K Rausing O Paul Cullen & Joseph E Keeling & E J Dwyer & Patrick Pearse

9

(135)

(2)

000-709 F Billy Lee J M C Grassick T

He kept on well enough inside the final furlong over this trip at Cork last time to suggest he gets the distance, though all his winning has come over 6f. Winning Range SH-Gd & AW. Star Rating 2 Verhoyen (GB) 4 flat wins r111,518.00 C — Handicap Rating 85 50/1 HR87 M.P. Sheehy 8.7 3 3/4L 9th of 25 to Lord Dudley 8.5 CK 6 MAY Ext hcp 7f Gd 25/1 HR88 J. Cleary 8.11 4 3/4L 13th of 22 to Stag Night 9.3 here 10 APR Ext hcp 6f Gd/Yld 12/1 HR89 W.J. Lee 9.3 5 3/4L 7th of 11 to Laugh A Minute (GB) 9.9 here 26 MAR Ext hcp 5f Yld

7

RANSOM (GB) (34)

5

Br B g Kingman (GB) - Arizona Jewel (GB) B Juddmonte Farms Ltd O Raymond McMahon

(TStrap)

9

8

(134)

(11)

143-600 F Mark Enright J Denis Gerard Hogan T

Successful twice at 7f on the all-weather at the beginning of his career in the UK but hasn’t set the world alight in three starts on these shores. Perhaps too soon to be writing him off. Winning Range AW. Star Rating 3 Ransom (GB) 2 flat wins r7,325.40 D — Handicap Rating 84 16/1 HR86 James J. Doyle 9.1 (TS) 9 1/4L 12th of 17 to Tip Of The Spear 8.12 CK 16 APR Ext hcp 1m 2f 30yds Yld/Sft 12/1 HR88 J.M. Sheridan 8.8 (TS) 8L 14th of 25fn, 26rn to Raadobarg 9.7 here 26 MAR Ext hcp 1m Yld 11/1 HR88 M.A. Enright 9.7 (TS) 3L 6th of 11 to Punk Poet 9.2 DUN 25 FEB hcp 1m Std

HIMALAYAN BEAUTY (9)

4

Br B f The Gurkha - Praskovia B Sebastian Curran O Sebastian R T Curran

(CPiece)

9

6

(132)

(12)

52880-7 F Shane Foley J Mrs John Harrington T

A winner over 1m last year but she’s still 9lb higher. Entitled to have come forward for her Gowran reappearance and cannot be overlooked for this powerful yard. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 3 Himalayan Beauty 1 flat win r8,555.00 — Handicap Rating 82 22/1 HR83 S. Foley 9.7 8 1/4L 7th of 10 to New York Angel 8.6 GOW 11 MAY Ext hcp 1m Gd 16/1 HR85 S.T. McCullagh 9.0 4L last of 10 to Ozymandis (GB) 9.10 DUN 5 NOV 21 Ext hcp 1m Std 80/1 HR77 C.P. Hoban 9.2 6L 8th of 17 to Elysium 9.2 NAAS 17 OCT 21 Listed 1m Yld

9

ICE COLD IN ALEX (14)

8

9

(TStrap)

Br B g Olden Times (GB) - Telesina (ITY) B Thomas Kinsella O Middleham Park Racing Ireland

6

(132)

(10)

2503-00 F J M Sheridan (3) J K J Condon T

A course-and-distance winner last June and held his form well enough towards the back end of last season. No surprise if he goes well this evening. Winning Range Gd-GF & AW. Star Rating 4 Ice Cold In Alex 5 flat wins r59,285.00 CD — Handicap Rating 82 40/1 HR85 N.G. McCullagh 8.8 (TS) 9L 19th of 25 to Lord Dudley 8.5 CK 6 MAY Ext hcp 7f Gd 14/1 HR86 W.J. Lee 9.2 (TS) 8L 11th of 17 to Punk Poet 8.12 CK 16 APR Ext hcp 7f Yld/Sft 9/1 HR86 J.M. Sheridan 9.7 (TS) nk 3/4L 3rd to Sh Boom (GB) 9.7 here 25 SEP 21 15rn hcp 7f Gd

10 HALF NUTZ (13)

5

Br Ch g Sir Prancealot - Segoria B Maurice Leamy O Go Nutz Racing Syndicate

9

3

(129)

(20)

041-446 F Ben Coen J J P Murtagh T

Winner of five races from 6f to 7f on varying ground and he’s very much one to keep onside for this yard. Has shaped well in three starts at Naas this year and is respected. Winning Range Sft-Gd. Star Rating 4 Half Nutz 5 flat wins r63,425.00 — Handicap Rating 79 6/1 HR80 B.M. Coen 9.9 (CP) 4 3/4L 6th of 22 to Rough Diamond 9.7 NAAS 7 MAY Ext hcp 5f 205yds Yld/Sft 100/30 HR81 B.M. Coen 9.5 1 1/4L 1 1/2L 1/2L 4th to Blairmayne 9.8 NAAS 25 APR 13rn hcp 5f 205yds Gd 15/8Fav HR81 B.M. Coen 9.10 1/2L 1/2L 1 3/4L 4th to Lord Dudley 9.8 NAAS 27 MAR 11rn Ext hcp 5f 205yds Gd/Yld

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RACE SIX

8

11 IMPOSING SUPREME (11)

6

9

3

(129)

(15)

11350-5 F Chris Hayes J Thomas Gibney T

Br Gr g Alhebayeb - Wild Ocean (GB) B Mr & Mrs John Banahan O Leonard Kinsella & Haigney Bloodstock Ltd

His last success came over this trip and he does get further, so could be one to benefit from a strong pace in the early stages.

One to keep a close eye on. Winning Range Sft-Gd. Star Rating 5 Imposing Supreme 3 flat wins r22,732.00 D — Handicap Rating 79 25/1 HR79 G.F. Carroll 9.6 5L 5th of 15 to Timourid 9.4 ROS 9 MAY Ext hcp 7f 70yds Sft/Hvy 22/1 HR80 G.F. Carroll 9.4 6L last of 12 to Eagle’s Flight 9.4 DUN 8 OCT 21 hcp 1m Std 9/1 HR80 C.D. Hayes 9.13 11L 5th of 8 to Carrytheone (GB) 9.13 GOW 18 SEP 21 7f Yld

12 MEAN FOMHAIR (11)

7

9

2

Br B f Fast Company - Mean Lae B Brian Duffy O Francis Duffy

(128)

(9)

58-108-0 F Colin Keane J B Duffy (R) T

Successful at 7f and 1m, so shouldn’t be found wanting in the stamina department. Her comeback run at Roscommon may have blown away the cobwebs and the booking of Colin Keane really catches the eye. Winning Range Hvy-GY. Star Rating 3 Mean Fomhair 2 flat wins r14,465.00 — Handicap Rating 78 11/1 HR79 B.M. Coen 9.6 11L 11th of 15 to Timourid 9.4 ROS 9 MAY Ext hcp 7f 70yds Sft/Hvy 28/1 HR79 J.A. Heffernan 9.8 (H) 3 1/4L 8th of 18 to Dilawara (FR) 9.10 LEP 23 OCT 21 Ext hcp 7f Gd 11/2Fav HR79 R.C. Colgan 9.8 10L 12th of 13 to Excuzio Joe 9.0 NAV 6 OCT 21 Ext hcp 1m Sft

13 THE BLUE PANTHER (14)

4

9

Br B g Buratino - Banksia (GB) B Tinnakill Bloodstock & Jack Cantillon O L Mulvany

1

(127)

(13)

0805-00 F Wesley Joyce (7) J Michael Mulvany T

Successful at 5f and 6f, so needs to prove he gets this trip. The drop back from 1m should suit and he’s come down to an attractive mark.

Winning Range SH-Yld. Star Rating 3 The Blue Panther 2 flat wins r18,880.00 — Handicap Rating 77 18/1 HR80 W. Joyce 9.10 (TS) 11L 12th of 15 to Dedillon 9.5 CK 6 MAY Ext hcp 1m Gd 50/1 HR81 J. Kearney 8.4 10L 12th of 17 to Punk Poet 8.12 CK 16 APR Ext hcp 7f Yld/Sft 33/1 HR83 G.F. Carroll 9.7 (TS) 11L 5th of 9 to Lust 10.0 GOW 18 OCT 21 Ext hcp 1m Sft/Hvy

14 ELOQUENT ARTHUR (GB) (11)

4

Br B c Sir Prancealot - Ambriel B W A Tinkler O Winning Chance Syndicate

(CPiece)

9

0

(126)

(21)

147-650 F Seamie Heffernan J Denis Gerard Hogan T

RACE SIX

Successful at 6f and 7f in the UK and is lightly raced on these shores. His Roscommon effort last time was uninspiring but before that he performed well at Navan. Winning Range GS-Gd. Star Rating 3 Eloquent Arthur (GB) 2 flat wins r8,099.90 D — Handicap Rating 76 16/1 HR77 S.D. Bowen 8.11 12L 13th of 15 to Timourid 9.4 ROS 9 MAY Ext hcp 7f 70yds Sft/Hvy 7/2 HR77 D. King 10.3 (CP) 1 3/4L 5th of 14 to Stanhope (GB) 9.0 NAV 23 APR Ext hcp 5f 164yds Gd 20/1 HR77 S.D. Bowen 9.1 4 1/2L 6th of 17 to Haziya 9.1 LEP 2 APR hcp (50-85)1m Gd

15 HEAVENLY POWER (215)

4

Br B g Dark Angel - Girl Power B Mrs S Power O Mrs S Power

9

(Hood)

0

(126)

(4)

42100- F Conor Hoban J Edward Lynam T

Finished a long way behind the reopposing Half Nutz at Naas last October but he won his maiden readily at this track and is surely better than that. One to note. Winning Range Sft. Star Rating 4 Heavenly Power 1 flat win r7,080.00 C — Handicap Rating 76 7/2Fav HR78 C.D. Hayes 8.11 9 1/2L 10th of 15 to Half Nutz 8.9 NAAS 17 OCT 21 hcp 5f 205yds Yld 15/2 HR78 C.P. Hoban 8.6 5 1/2L 10th of 22 to Big Gossey 8.11 here 12 SEP 21 Ext hcp 6f Gd 7/2 M.A. Enright 9.7 won 1/2L 1/2L from Grigadale 9.7 and Swift Flight (FR) 9.7 here 21 AUG 21 22rn mdn 6f Sft 1min 15.5sec

16 GODHEAD (GB) (7)

6

Br B g Charm Spirit - Hello Glory (GB) B Whitsbury Manor Stud &Mrs M E Slade O James McAuley

(TStrap)

8

10

(122)

(3)

580612 F Mikey Sheehy (3) J James McAuley T

Was rated 93 when beaten less than three lengths into third in the 2020 Bunbury Cup at Newmarket. Well treated on old form and an encouraging second at Leopardstown latest. Winning Range Gd & AW. Star Rating 4 Godhead (GB) 4 flat wins r22,989.00 D — Handicap Rating 72 14/1 HR70 D.J Gilligan 9.6 (TS) 1 1/2L 2nd to Rosie Rock 8.13 LEP 13 MAY 18rn hcp (50-70)1m Gd 11/2 HR70 Cillian McConnell 8.11 won hd 1/2L from Fox Leicester 9.9 and Mischief Star (GB) 9.2 BELW 20 APR 13rn 7f 180yds Gd 1min 38.6sec 13/2 HR77 Cillian McConnell 9.9 (TS) 6L 6th of 10 to Rocky Dreams (GB) 9.12 DUN 1 APR 7f Std

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17 INDULGING (GB) (27)

4

Br B g Cable Bay - Sheer Indulgence (FR) B Shoreham Stud O Mrs Helen Walsh

8

(Blinkers)

10

(122)

(8)

8-4330-0 F Nathan Crosse (3) J T M Walsh T

Placed twice in six starts and needs to take his form to a new level today if he’s to shed the maiden tag. Perhaps first-time blinkers will do the trick. Star Rating 2 Indulging (GB) — Handicap Rating 72 25/1 HR73 T.P. Madden 9.9 27L 14th of 16 to Needle Lace (GB) 9.4 LIM 23 APR mdn 1m Gd 40/1 HR79 W.J. Lee 9.5 33L 13th of 16 to Team Of Firsts (GB) 9.12 NAAS 31 OCT 21 hcp 1m 2f Hvy 6/4 HR83 W.J. Lee 9.7 1/2L 6L 3rd to Shabaya 9.2 GAL 25 OCT 21 10rn mdn 7f Hvy

18 TEXAS ROCK (13)

11

Br B g Rock Of Gibraltar - Vestavia B Mr M C Grassick O Joseph E Keeling

8

(CPiece)

9

(121)

(7)

389-089 F Wayne Lordan J M C Grassick T

A versatile performer in regards to trip and ground and this veteran really is a credit to connections. On a nice mark and he’s a three-time course winner. Winning Range Sft-GF. Star Rating 3 Texas Rock 7 flat wins r98,942.50 CD — Handicap Rating 71 22/1 HR74 W.M. Lordan 9.3 (CP) 6 1/2L 9th of 22 to Rough Diamond 9.7 NAAS 7 MAY Ext hcp 5f 205yds Yld/Sft 14/1 HR77 M.P. Sheehy 10.2 10L 8th of 17 to Ginsburg 8.10 here 2 MAY Ext hcp 7f Yld 40/1 HR77 W.M. Lordan 8.7 4 1/4L 10th of 22 to Stag Night 9.3 here 10 APR Ext hcp 6f Gd/Yld

RESERVES 19 MISCHIEF STAR (GB) (30)

5

Br B g Due Diligence (USA) - Red Mischief B The Red Mischief Partnership O James McAuley

8

9

(TStrap)

(121)

(17)

804/-783 F J

James McAuley T

On a decent mark judged on the pick of his UK form and would have an each-way squeak if getting a run. First reserve.

Winning Range GS-Gd & AW. Star Rating 3 Mischief Star (GB) 3 flat wins r17,474.70 — Handicap Rating 71 12/1 HR74 C.T. Keane 9.2 (TS) hd 1/2L 3rd to Godhead (GB) 8.11 BELW 20 APR 13rn 7f 180yds Gd 9/1 HR78 L.T. McAteer 9.11 11L 8th of 10 to Rocky Dreams (GB) 9.12 DUN 1 APR 7f Std 14/1 HR80 D. McMonagle 9.6 6 1/2L 7th of 13 to Adapt To Dan 8.10 DUN 25 FEB 1m Std

20 AMPESON (GB) (44)

5

Br B g Mayson (GB) - Surprise B Clive Dennett O Patrick J McKenna

8

9

(CPiece)

(121)

(5)

2-33657 F J

Successful twice at 7f on the all-weather and wasn’t disgraced on the turf last time out over this trip. Interesting if getting a run.

Second reserve. Winning Range AW. Star Rating 3 Ampeson (GB) 2 flat wins r11,800.00 D — Handicap Rating 71 28/1 HR71 G.M. Ryan 9.7 (CP) 4 3/4L 7th of 17 to Mutasarref (GB) 10.2 LEP 6 APR hcp (50-80)7f Gd 18/1 HR72 L.T. McAteer 8.13 (CP) .75L 5th of 13 to Skontonovski (GB) 9.4 DUN 25 MAR Ext hcp 1m Std 11/2 HR73 B.M. Coen 9.7 3 1/4L 6th of 12 to Annexation (FR) 9.10 DUN 28 JAN Ext hcp 1m Std

21 JAAFEL (30)

4 (C,T)

Br B g Dark Angel - Cheetah (GB) B Woodnook Farm Pty Ltd O Playground Syndicate

8

8

(120)

(19)

3/-22435 F J

Denis Gerard Hogan T

Placed in six of seven starts and is arguably a touch unlucky to still be a maiden. He’s got form over 7f and 1m so would be noteworthy if getting in. Third reserve. Star Rating 3 Jaafel — Handicap Rating 70 100/30Fav HR70 D. King 9.9 (BK) 4 1/4L 5th of 14 to Drombeg Duke 9.12 BELW 20 APR hcp (47-70)7f 180yds Gd 11/5Fav HR70 D. King 9.9 (CP) 2 1/2L 3/4L 3rd to Zahee 9.6 LEP 2 APR 14rn hcp (47-70)1m Gd 100/30Fav HR70 C.T. Keane 10.0 (CP) 1/2L 1/2L 1L 4th to Massaman 9.6 here 26 MAR 21rn Ext hcp 1m Yld

Blinkers worn by No. 6, No. 17. C,T worn by No. 21. CPiece worn by No. 8, No. 14, No. 18, No. 20. Hood worn by No. 15.

TStrap worn by No. 5, No. 7, No. 9, No. 16, No. 19.

Probable Starting Prices - 9/2 Half Nutz, 5/1 Godhead (GB), 7/1 Imposing Supreme, 8/1 Walhaan, Heavenly Power, 12/1 Camdeboo, Himalayan Beauty, 14/1 Mean Fomhair, Texas Rock, 16/1 Fastar, Verhoyen (GB), Ransom (GB), Eloquent Arthur (GB), 20/1 Punk Poet, Ice Cold In Alex, 25/1 Pale Iris, The Blue Panther, Indulging (GB)

No corresponding race.

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RACE SIX

Patrick J McKenna (R) T

CURRAGH COMMENT IMPOSING SUPREME is 4lb higher than his last winning mark but makes plenty of appeal on last year’s Galway form.

Entitled to have come forward for his Roscommon reappearance, he boasts winning form over this trip and further, so could benefit from a likely strong pace and may be staying on strongly at the business end. Ice Cold In Alex is a C&D winner who is expected to step up on what he’s produced in two starts at Cork this year, while a good case can also be made for five-time winner Half Nutz.

DANGER: Ice Cold In Alex

WIN: IMPOSING SUPREME

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SEVENTH RACE 7.45P.M. THE WILLIAM HILL PLAY RESPONSIBLY IRISH EBF FILLIES MAIDEN OF W20,000

6f

Six Furlongs (1,200 metres) Three Quarter Mile Post

Stalls Centre Of Course. Value to winner: r11800; Second: r4000; Third: r2000; Fourth: r1000; Fifth: r600; Sixth: r400.

(For Race Conditions see page 62)

RACE SPONSOR

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TRIFECTA RACE Br Breeding

No

Horse

1

EXCEL ROCKET (40)

B Breeder

O Owner

F Form

J Jockey

T Trainer

Age

st

lb

(lbs)

Draw

4

9

12

(138)

(15)

Br B Br f Excelebration - Dancing Rocket (GB) B Myles Sunderland O Henry Fitzgerald

0-980 F N G McCullagh J Miss Katy Brown T

Unplaced in all four starts and faces another tough assignment on this occasion. She looks one for handicaps in the near future having been allotted a mark of 58. Star Rating 2 Excel Rocket — Handicap Rating 58 250/1 N.G. McCullagh 10.1 6 3/4L 11th of 18 to Joyous Moment 9.3 here 10 APR mdn 6f Yld 250/1 M.A. Gallagher 10.1 14L 8th of 9 to New York City 9.8 NAV 29 MAR mdn 5f Gd 125/1 M.A. Gallagher 9.4 12L 9th of 10 to Craft Irish 9.1 DUN 25 FEB mdn 7f Std

2

SOILSE (425)

4

9

Br B f Teofilo - Gleigeal (USA) B J S Bolger

12

(138)

(9)

6- F Kevin Manning J J S Bolger T

O Mrs J S Bolger

She was behind a subsequent Group 1 winner on her only career outing here last March, but has been off the track since and hard to know what to expect on her return. Star Rating 3 Soilse 10/1 K.J. Manning 9.2 6 3/4L 6th of 20 to Joan Of Arc 9.2 here 21 MAR 21 mdn 7f Sft/Hvy

3

WOW (184)

4

9

RACE SEVEN

12

(138)

(3)

00- F M A Gallagher J Charles Weld T

Br Ch f Style Vendome (FR) - Shagra B Shagra Partnership O Mrs John M Weld

Unplaced in both starts and not really shown anything in the way of promise. She gets her first opportunity on better ground here, though, which may aid her cause. Star Rating 2 Wow 100/1 D.A. McCormack 8.11 7L 11th of 12 to Stellar Spirit 9.7 DUN 17 NOV 21 mdn 6f Std 12/1 C.D. Hayes 9.2 14L last of 12 to Carlton Banks 9.7 NAAS 31 OCT 21 mdn 5f 205yds Hvy

4

ARATORI (-)

3

Br Gr f Caravaggio (USA) - Kitty Matcham B Barronstown Stud O Mrs E P Harty

9

3

(129)

(7) F

Chris Hayes J Eddie & Patrick Harty T

Half-sister to Mack The Knife, won four times at 1m 3f and 1m 4f. She is likely to need further in time, though, she is by star sprinter Caravaggio, which may impart plenty of pace. Star Rating 2

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5

CATHY JANE (6)

3

9

3

(TStrap)

Br Ch f Profitable - Katajan (GB) B J & S Quigley O John Quigley

(129)

(2)

0 F Billy Lee J W McCreery T

Half-sister to Dot Green, won at 1m 2f. Never gave herself a chance on debut last week when fly leaping leaving the stalls and better can be expected if breaking on terms this time around. Star Rating 2 Cathy Jane 40/1 N.M. Crosse 9.0 (TS) 16L last of 12 to Charlemont 9.8 NAV 14 MAY mdn 5f Gd

6

CHICAGO LIGHTENING (GB) (84)

3

Br Ch f Night of Thunder - Cape Rising B J R Wills O Anthony Paul Smurfit & Samuel M Mencoff

9

3

(TStrap)

(129)

(5)

3-23 F Ben Coen J J P Murtagh T

Placed in all three of her starts, so has certainly been knocking on the door and she is bred to relish the turf being by Night Of Thunder out of a dam who also won on grass. Star Rating 4 Chicago Lightening (GB) — Handicap Rating 71 5/2Fav HR73 S.B. Kelly 9.3 1 1/2L 3/4L 3rd to Sister Bridget 9.3 DUN 25 FEB 13rn mdn 1m Std 5/4Fav S.B. Kelly 9.2 nk 2nd to Sixteen Arches 8.13 DUN 7 JAN 14rn mdn 7f Std 4/1 B.M. Coen 9.2 nk 3/4L 3rd to Brostaigh 9.2 DUN 26 NOV 21 9rn mdn 6f Std

7

GRAN ROQUE (-)

3

9

Br Ch f Mehmas - Madam McPhee (GB) B Mr Andrew Duncan O Andrew Duncan

3

(129)

(8) F

Colin Keane J Adrian Murray T

By a precocious sire in Mehmas, who has a strong record with newcomers and she may well have the speed in her pedigree to figure prominently under the champion jockey. Star Rating 3

8

GRIZABELLA (19)

3

9

Br B f Bobby’s Kitten (USA) - Namely B Airlie Stud O Mrs Sonia Rogers

3

(129)

(12)

430-3 F Ronan Whelan J Jack W Davison T

She had run some solid races as a juvenile before returning with arguably a career-best effort at Sligo last time out and, if building on that, she looks the one to beat. Star Rating 5 Grizabella — Handicap Rating 77 9/2 HR78 M.P. Sheehy 9.0 (TS) 1/2L 1 1/2L 3rd to Band Width 9.8 SLGO 1 MAY 7rn mdn 5f 195yds Yld 6/1 R.P. Whelan 8.11 10L 10th of 13 to Torn (GB) 9.3 DUN 8 OCT 21 mdn 7f Std 10/1 C.D. Hayes 8.9 3 1/4L 1 3/4L 3rd to Tranquil Lady 9.3 GAL 7 SEP 21 12rn mdn 7f 24yds Gd

LISAMARIA (7)

3

9

Br B f Vadamos (FR) - Chaenomeles (USA) B Tally-Ho Stud O John Raymond Eastwood

3

(129)

(10)

09 F Luke McAteer (3) J Paul W Flynn T

Unplaced in both starts and difficult to recommend on the back of those efforts. The drop in trip may be a help to her, though, on this occasion. Star Rating 2 Lisamaria 150/1 W.J. Lee 9.3 13L 9th of 11 to Manbehindthemoney (GB) 9.8 LEP 13 MAY mdn 1m Gd 150/1 D.P. McDonogh 9.3 18L 11th of 14 to Ezine (GB) 9.3 NAAS 7 MAY mdn 7f Yld/Sft

10 LOPES GOLD (13)

3

Br Ch f Lope de Vega - Perfect Alchemy B Michael Phelan & Lope de Vega Syndicate O Nick Bradley Racing Club & Ballylinch Stud

(CPiece)

9

3

(129)

(11)

27506-0 F Shane Foley J Mrs John Harrington T

Has had numerous opportunities to break the maiden and never really progressed from finishing runner-up on her first two career outings. She looks to hold each-way claims at best here. Star Rating 3 Lopes Gold — Handicap Rating 74 22/1 HR75 S. Foley 9.7 (CP) 8 3/4L 12th of 20 to Iva Batt 10.0 NAAS 7 MAY hcp (47-75)5f Yld/Sft 12/1 HR77 S. Foley 9.11 (CP) 2 3/4L 6th of 13 to Marsa 9.9 DUN 24 NOV 21 hcp 6f Std 33/1 HR80 D.P. McDonogh 8.9 (CP) 17L 11th of 16 to King Of Bavaria 9.10 NAAS 31 OCT 21 Ext hcp 5f 205yds Hvy

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RACE SEVEN

9

11 MRS SHELBY (-)

3

9

Br B f Strath Burn (GB) - Midnight Muscida B T Badger O Daire Kennedy

3

(129)

(6) F

Gavin Ryan J Ciaran Murphy T

Interesting to see how she goes being by a relatively new stallion in Srath Burn, who was a successful sprinter for Robert Cowell not too long ago. Star Rating 2

12 MY EYES ADORE YOU (13)

3

9

Br Ch f Profitable - Crossanza B Nanallac Stud O Mrs Paul Shanahan & Cayton Park Stud & Craig Bernick

3

(129)

(1)

27-57 F Andrew Slattery J J A Stack T

She hasn’t quite put it together just yet but has been running with credit throughout her career, and her most recent effort in a premier handicap at Naas entitles her to be thereabouts once more. Star Rating 4 My Eyes Adore You — Handicap Rating 75 13/2 HR75 A.J. Slattery 8.7 3L 7th of 15 to Drombeg Banner 9.8 NAAS 7 MAY Ext hcp 5f 205yds Yld/Sft 2/1Fav J.P. Spencer 9.3 4 1/2L 5th of 14 to Princess Olly 9.3 CK 3 APR mdn 7f Gd 13/8Fav C.D. Hayes 9.2 5L 7th of 13 to Dun Na Sead 9.2 here 26 SEP 21 mdn 5f Gd

13 OTTEY (14)

3

9

Br B f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - North Wedge B Nicola Kent & Huwil Bloodstock O J A Stack

3

(129)

(16)

8 F Mark Enright J J A Stack T

Didn’t get the clearest of runs on debut at Cork earlier in the month and improvement can be expected on this occasion. One to note for market support coming from a shrewd yard. Star Rating 3 Ottey 12/1 M.A. Enright 9.3 6L 8th of 16 to Furnace Creek 9.5 CK 6 MAY mdn 6f Gd

14 SAFFIES GLORY (14)

3

9

Br Ch f Cotai Glory (GB) - Poker Hospital (GB) B Golden Vale Stud O C D J Liggett

3

(129)

(4)

5-9 F Nathan Crosse (3) J W McCreery T

Displayed improvement from first to second start when getting the hang of things late on at Cork last time out, and could have a say here if managing to break on terms. Star Rating 3 Saffies Glory 80/1 N.M. Crosse 9.0 6L 9th of 16 to Furnace Creek 9.5 CK 6 MAY mdn 6f Gd 16/1 W.M. Lordan 8.10 11L 5th of 6 to Money Tree 8.10 TIPP 6 AUG 21 mdn 5f Sft

15 UN BACIO ANCORA (215)

3

RACE SEVEN

Br B f No Nay Never (USA) - Art of Dance (GB) B Peadar McCaghey O Stanley G Watson

(TStrap)

9

3

(129)

(17)

9356- F Declan McDonogh J Eddie & Patrick Harty T

Declared at Cork on Wednesday, but wouldn’t be without a chance if taking up this engagement. Not disgraced at Naas last October and boasts place claims on that form. Star Rating 3 Un Bacio Ancora 28/1 C.D. Hayes 9.2 3 3/4L 6th of 18 to Siesta Beach (GB) 9.2 NAAS 17 OCT 21 mdn 5f 205yds Yld 16/1 M.A. Gallagher 9.2 4 1/4L 5th of 8 to Pearl Palinka 9.2 DRYL 3 SEP 21 mdn 5f Gd 80/1 M.A. Gallagher 8.13 1 1/2L 3/4L 3rd to Head Mistress 8.8 DRYL 23 JUL 21 6rn 5f Gd

16 WIGGLE ROOM (12)

3

Br B f Lawman (FR) - Twisting (USA) B Gary & Sharon David, Mags O’Donovan O Gary Davis

88 F Dylan Browne McMonagle J W T Farrell T

9

3

(129)

(14)

Significant improvement is required if she is to have a say in this contest, having not shown much on both career outings thus far.

The drop in trip could be a positive, though. Star Rating 2 Wiggle Room 50/1 C.D. Hayes 9.3 6L 8th of 14 to Corporal Violette 9.3 LEP 8 MAY mdn 7f Gd 50/1 O.J. Orr 9.3 11L 8th of 9 to Lullaby 9.3 LEP 6 APR mdn 1m Gd

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17 WILD EYED GIRL (29)

3 (Hood)

Br B f Mehmas - What About Me B Mrs A Nolan O Mrs Annette Nolan

9

3

(129)

(13)

6330-03 F Seamie Heffernan J Brian Nolan T

Has had numerous opportunities to break the maiden, but remains a very solid performer at this level and last month’s third at Tipperary proved that point once again. Likely to enter the reckoning. Star Rating 4 Wild Eyed Girl — Handicap Rating 67 14/1 HR64 J.A. Heffernan 9.3 (H) 1/2L s/hd 3rd to Messa Concertata 9.3 TIPP 21 APR 11rn mdn 5f Sft 28/1 HR64 J.A. Heffernan 9.3 (H) 6 1/2L 14th of 23fn, 24rn to Cailin Cliste 9.2 here 10 APR hcp (47-65)6f Gd/Yld 12/1 HR65 C.P. Hoban 9.7 (CP) 38L last of 15 to Magniffico (GB) 9.12 here 25 SEP 21 hcp (45-70)6f Gd

CPiece worn by No. 10. Hood worn by No. 17. TStrap worn by No. 5, No. 6, No. 15.

Probable Starting Prices - 4/1 My Eyes Adore You, 9/2 Chicago Lightening (GB), 5/1 Grizabella, 6/1 Un Bacio Ancora, 7/1 Lopes Gold, 8/1 Wild Eyed Girl, 12/1 Soilse, 14/1 Ottey, 16/1 Gran Roque, 20/1 Saffies Glory, 25/1 Aratori, Mrs Shelby, Wiggle Room, 50/1 Excel Rocket, 66/1 Cathy Jane, Lisamaria, 100/1 Wow

No corresponding race.

CURRAGH COMMENT A tentative vote goes to GRIZABELLA, who shaped very well on her return at Sligo earlier in the month when running on late for third. The daughter of Bobby’s Kitten threatened to get off the mark as a juvenile but this looks as good an opportunity as any. She is preferred to Chicago Lightening, who has placed on all three of her career outings on the all-weather. Wild Eyed Girl is likely to be thereabouts once more along with My Eyes Adore You and well-bred newcomer Gran Roque.

DANGER: Chicago Lightening

WIN: GRIZABELLA

RACE SEVEN

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A dedicated feeder bus will serve Kildare and Newbridge towns, leaving racegoers free to enjoy their day out, without worries about driving and parking.

The branded bus will start its route at both Kildare and Newbridge train stations in advance of gates open. The Kildare bus will service the Square in Kildare before it proceeds to the Curragh Racecourse.

The Newbridge bus will service Edward Street in Newbridge at the bus stop outside Eddie Rockets. The service will run every thirty five minutes from the train stations to The Curragh Racecourse.

Racegoers who wish to avail of this free service should keep an eye on The Curragh Racecourse social media outlets for updates on race day specific timings throughout the season.

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EIGHTH RACE 8.15P.M.

1m 6f

THE WILLIAM HILL SCRATCH OF THE DAY HANDICAP OF W20,000

One Mile and Six Furlongs (2,800 metres)

Starting from stalls. Handicaps calculated 16th May. Value to winner: r11800; Second: r4000; Third: r2000; Fourth: r1000; Fifth: r600; Sixth: r400.

(For Race Conditions see page 62)

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TRIFECTA RACE Br Breeding

No

Horse

1

PRINCE ALEX (GB) (195)

B Breeder

O Owner

F Form

J Jockey

T Trainer

Age

st

lb

(lbs)

Draw

5

10

1

(141)

(11)

Br B g Excelebration - Interchange B The Kathryn Stud O AMO Racing Limited

201509- F Michael Beresford (10) J J P Murtagh T

A useful handicapper for both Ralph Beckett and Michael Bell when trained in England, winning six races, and the five-year-old isn’t one to completely ignore. Winning Range Sft-GF. Star Rating 3 Prince Alex (GB) 6 flat wins r142,823.30 D — Handicap Rating 91 Rossa Ryan 8.13 8L 9th of 23 to Farhan 8.3 DONCASTER 6 NOV 21 hcp 1m 3f 197yds Sft Rossa Ryan 8.10 57L 25th of 32 to Buzz (FR) 8.13 NEWMARKET 9 OCT 21 hcp 2m 2f Gd Rossa Ryan 9.12 6L 5th of 6 to Pleasant Man (GB) 9.4 YARMOUTH 16 SEP 21 hcp (81-100)1m 6f 17yds Gd

2

TASHI (16)

5

10

Br Ch f Kingston Hill (GB) - Supercharged B D J Maher

1

(141)

(15)

150-705 F Ben Coen J Ms Sheila Lavery T

O John Lavery

A winner at 1m 4f. She has contested a brace of Listed events recently, including over this distance at Gowran Park when finishing 10 lengths off the leader. Others make more appeal. Winning Range Yld. Star Rating 2 Tashi 1 flat win r7,080.00 — Handicap Rating 91 28/1 HR92 R.C. Colgan 9.2 10L 5th of 11 to Yaxeni (FR) 9.2 GOW 4 MAY Listed 1m 5f 170yds Yld 16/1 HR94 G.F. Carroll 9.2 9 3/4L 10th of 12 to Thunder Kiss 9.7 CK 16 APR Listed 1m 4f 25yds Yld/Sft 8/1 HR95 R.C. Colgan 9.13 7 1/2L 7th of 10 to Dartan (GB) 8.10 NAV 29 MAR hcp 1m 5f Gd

3

HELL BENT (12)

4

9

13

(139)

(13)

01002-9 F Shane Foley J Mrs John Harrington T

Br Ch g Mastercraftsman - Fikrah (GB) B Ms Alice Fitzgerald O Mill House LLC

He is an unexposed type who could prefer a stiffer test of stamina, but the gelding needs to bounce back from a below-par display on his return at Leopardstown. Winning Range GY-Gd. Star Rating 3 Hell Bent 2 flat wins r20,355.00 C — Handicap Rating 89 13/2 HR90 S. Foley 10.0 9L 9th of 14 to Dublin Journal 9.5 LEP 8 MAY Ext hcp 1m 2f Gd 18/1 HR89 S. Foley 9.13 3 1/4L 2nd to Pita Pinta 9.0 NAV 20 OCT 21 11rn Ext hcp 1m 2f Yld 10/1 HR90 S. Foley 9.4 13L last of 14 to Rebellito (FR) 9.4 LIST 23 SEP 21 Ext hcp 1m 4f Yld

RACE EIGHT

4

KONDO ISAMI (321)

4

Br Ch c Galileo - Zouzou (AUS) B Coolmore O Toshihiro Matsumoto

9

13

(139)

(12)

31-1200- F Mark Enright J J A Stack T

Successful at 1m 2f and 1m 4f. He was well beaten when last seen at Haydock in July, but a change of scenery may see him bounce back to form. Winning Range Gd & AW. Star Rating 3 Kondo Isami 2 flat wins r12,075.50 — Handicap Rating 89 Ben Curtis 9.3 42L last of 11 to Tashkhan 8.8 HAYDOCK PARK 3 JUL 21 hcp 1m 6f Sft B. A. Curtis 8.11 24L last of 17 to Surefire (GB) 8.9 ASCOT 17 JUN 21 hcp (0-105)1m 3f 211yds Gd /Frm P. J. McDonald 9.1 nk 2nd to Dancing King 9.7 DONCASTER 5 JUN 21 7rn hcp 1m 6f 115yds Gd /Frm 58

5

MOON DAISY (231)

Br B f Australia (GB) - Holy Alliance B Whisperview Trading Ltd O Mrs A M O’Brien

4 (Blinkers)

9

13

(139)

(20)

317121- F Paddy Harnett (7) J Donnacha Aidan O’Brien T

She kept on well to win by half a length on her latest outing at Dundalk over 1m 4f. One to watch up in trip. Winning Range Gd-GF & AW. Star Rating 4 Moon Daisy 3 flat wins r48,130.00 — Handicap Rating 89 15/2 HR84 P.A. Harnett 9.2 (BK) won 1/2L 1/2L from Bright Idea 9.13 and Ben Siegel 9.1 DUN 1 OCT 21 11rn hcp (70-100)1m 4f Std 2min 29.9sec 5/2Fav HR82 Siobhan Rutledge 9.7 (BK) 2 1/2L 2nd to Khezaana 9.0 here 26 SEP 21 17rn Ext hcp 1m 4f Gd 13/2 HR75 G.M. Ryan 9.2 (BK) won 2 1/4L nk from Lunar Power 8.13 and Blue Shadow 9.8 FAIR 20 SEP 21 11rn Ext hcp 1m 5f 110yds Gd 2min 54.3sec

6

ZILEO (GB) (203)

4

9

Br B g Galileo - Lady Zuzu (USA) B Wertheimer & Frere O Paul Rooney

13

(139)

(14)

3-71404- F Ronan Whelan J M Halford T

A winner at 1m 5f. He ran on to finish fourth at Dundalk over 1m 4f last October and a step up in trip, along with a gelding operation, could aid his cause. Winning Range Sft. Star Rating 3 Zileo (GB) 1 flat win r9,500.00 — Handicap Rating 89 4/1Fav HR90 R.P. Whelan 10.0 nk 1 1/2L 2 3/4L 4th to Guild (GB) 8.6 DUN 29 OCT 21 12rn hcp 1m 4f Std 33/1 HR91 R.P. Whelan 9.0 10L 17th of 20 to Powerful Aggie (FR) 8.4 LEP 16 OCT 21 Ext hcp 1m 4f Gd Ioritz Mendizabal 9.0 1L 1/2L 1/2L 4th to Merveillo (GB) 9.0 TOULOUSE 24 JUN 21 9rn Listed 1m 4f Sft

7

BAND OF OUTLAWS (323)

7

Br B g Fast Company - Band of Colour B Kilnamoragh Stud O John P McManus

9

11

(137)

(2)

1523/-36- F Shane Crosse J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

A lightly-raced individual over the past couple of years, but he placed on his sole Flat outing last year at Naas, and there could be more to come up in distance. Winning Range Sft-GF. Star Rating 3 Band Of Outlaws 3 flat wins r49,828.00 3 N.H. wins r69,729.80 C — Handicap Rating 87 6/1 HR145 J.S. McGarvey 11.3 38L 6th of 8 to Sole Pretender 11.3 TIPP 1 JUL 21 hdl Grade 3 2m 38yds Gd/Yld 11/1 HR88 W.M. Lordan 9.12 1 3/4L 1/2L 3rd to Pepperoni Pete 9.3 NAAS 16 MAY 21 15rn Ext hcp 1m Sft 9/2Fav HR145 J.J. Slevin 11.1 1/2L 3/4L 3rd to Tudor City 11.0 GAL 1 AUG 19 18rn Ext hcp hdl Grade A 2m 11yds Gd

8

BERKSHIRE ROYAL (GB) (20)

7

9

Br B g Sir Percy (GB) - Forest Express (AUS) B Churchill Bloodstock Investments Ltd O Andy Bell & Fergus Lyons

7

(133)

(7)

9/-0-1-256 F Kevin Manning J W P Mullins T

A progressive type when with Andrew Balding back in 2018 before being purchased for 130,000gns at the Tattersalls Horses-inTraining sale by his current connections. Any market support should be noted. Winning Range GF & AW. Star Rating 3 Berkshire Royal (GB) 3 flat wins r28,306.40 1 N.H. win r6,785.00 — Handicap Rating 83 33/1 HR131 D.E. Mullins 10.13 13L 6th of 21fn, 24rn to Camprond (FR) 11.4 PUN 30 APR Ext hcp hdl Grade B 2m 3f 30yds Yld 4/1 HR132 P. Townend 11.3 41L 5th of 6fn, 7rn to Bronn 11.3 FAIR 3 APR nov.hdl Grade 2 2m 4f Yld 9/2 P. Townend 11.0 1 1/4L 2nd to The Goffer 11.0 THU 24 FEB 6rn nov.hdl Grade 3 2m 4f 146yds Sft

9

ECHOES IN RAIN (FR) (21)

Br B f Authorized - Amarantine (FR) B M Thierry Storme O Barnane Stud

6 (H,T)

9

7

(133)

(5)

134-352 F Rachael Blackmore J W P Mullins T

Classy mare over hurdles and arrives having finished second behind Honeysuckle in the Punchestown Champion Hurdle.

Her sole Flat win came on very soft ground in France, so a drop of rain wouldn’t harm her claims. Winning Range V-Sft. Star Rating 5 Echoes In Rain (FR) 2 flat wins r19,500.00 4 N.H. wins r107,380.00 — Handicap Rating 83 18/1 HR149 P. Townend 11.5 (TS) 3L 2nd to Honeysuckle (GB) 11.5 PUN 29 APR 6rn hdl Grade 1 2m Gd/Yld Mr P. W. Mullins 11.5 (H) (TS) 7L 5th of 12 to Marie’s Rock 11.5 CHELTENHAM 15 MAR hdl Grade 1 2m 3f 200yds Gd /Sft 25/1 HR143 P. Townend 11.5 (H) (TS) 6 1/2L 1/2L 3rd to Honeysuckle (GB) 11.5 LEP 6 FEB 5rn hdl Grade 1 2m Yld

Br B g Valirann (FR) - Brogella B Ronnie O’Neill O T Egan & Dominick Glennane & Seamus O’Brien & Mrs Bridget Dillon

5

9

7

(133)

(16)

21944-2 F Gary Carroll J Joseph G Murphy T

He has only had seven starts in his career and made an encouraging return to action when headed close home over 1m 4f at Roscommon. Capable of being in the mix. Winning Range YS. Star Rating 4 Sionnach Eile 1 flat win r6,490.00 — Handicap Rating 83 100/30Fav HR81 G.F. Carroll 10.1 hd 2nd to Lord Erskine 8.11 ROS 9 MAY 15rn Ext hcp 1m 3f 213yds Sft/Hvy 11/2 HR81 G.F. Carroll 9.2 1 1/4L 3/4L 1/2L 4th to Rebellito (FR) 9.4 LIST 23 SEP 21 14rn Ext hcp 1m 4f Yld 6/1 HR83 G.F. Carroll 8.13 4L 3/4L hd 4th to Phoenix Cowboy (USA) 8.10 GOW 11 AUG 21 11rn Ext hcp 1m 4f 100yds Gd/Yld

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10 SIONNACH EILE (11)

11 STELLIUM (34)

4

9

Br B g Elzaam (AUS) - Gleaming Silver B Pieces of Eight Syndicate O Joseph E Keeling

7

(133)

(6)

719-0 F Wayne Lordan J M C Grassick T

A winner of a Tramore maiden last August but he hasn’t replicated that form in two subsequent handicap appearances.

Faces a tough assignment once again. Winning Range Yld. Star Rating 1 Stellium 1 flat win r7,080.00 — Handicap Rating 83 50/1 HR84 J. Cleary 8.6 (TS) 17L 15th of 17 to Tip Of The Spear 8.12 CK 16 APR Ext hcp 1m 2f 30yds Yld/Sft 18/1 HR88 W.J. Lee 9.12 22L 9th of 11 to Pita Pinta 9.0 NAV 20 OCT 21 Ext hcp 1m 2f Yld 5/1 G.F. Carroll 9.7 won 3 1/2L 1/2L from Lusaka 9.7 and Shinpachi 9.7 TRAM 14 AUG 21 9rn mdn 1m 4f Yld 2min 43.7sec

12 DINARD ROSE (222)

6

Br B f Champs Elysees (GB) - Rose of Petra B Airlie Stud O Nina Walsh

9

(CPiece)

6

(132)

(4)

417570- F Andrew Slattery J Nina Walsh (R) T

She was outclassed on a few occasions last season in Group company and the mare remains 8lb higher than her last victory, which came here in July 2021. Winning Range Hvy-Gd. Star Rating 2 Dinard Rose 4 flat wins r31,597.50 2 N.H. wins r16,533.50 C D — Handicap Rating 82 80/1 HR84 A.J. Slattery 9.0 (CP) 55L 28th of 30 to Line Out 8.9 here 10 OCT 21 Ext hcp 2m Yld 200/1 HR84 A.J. Slattery 9.8 (CP) 57L last of 7fn, 8rn to Search For A Song 9.8 here 26 SEP 21 Group 3 2m Gd 25/1 HR84 A.J. Slattery 9.9 (CP) 10L 5th of 9 to Haparanda 9.9 GAL 7 SEP 21 Listed 1m 4f 42yds Gd

13 RUN FOR OSCAR (202)

7

9

Br B g Oscar - Run For Sol (FR) B Top Of The Hill Syndicate O Top Of The Hill Syndicate

6

(132)

(18)

302117- F Seamie Heffernan J C Byrnes T

Enjoyed a decent spell over hurdles last season and ended the year by running in the West Yorkshire Hurdle at Wetherby.

He is unexposed on the Flat and commands a fair amount of respect. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 4 Run For Oscar 1 flat win r6,490.00 4 N.H. wins r36,580.00 — Handicap Rating 82 J. J. Burke 11.0 (V) 19L 7th of 8 to Indefatigable 10.7 WETHERBY 30 OCT 21 hdl Grade 2 3m 26yds Gd /Sft 5/1Fav HR133 J.B. Foley 11.1 (V) won 3L nk from Wolf Prince 11.3 and Good Time Jonny 9.12 LIST 25 SEP 21 16rn Ext hcp hdl 2m 4f Gd/Yld 15/2Fav HR128 P. Byrnes 10.8 (V) won 1L hd from Line Out 11.2 and Happy Jacky 10.13 KILL 21 AUG 21 17rn Ext hcp hdl 2m 6f Gd

14 FLYING SCOTSMAN (207)

5

Br B g Galileo - Iveagh Gardens B Mrs Noreen McManus O John P McManus & Mrs John Magnier & Michael Tabor

9

5

(131)

(8)

191907- F Declan McDonogh J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

His couple of efforts on the level in 2021 didn’t live up to what he achieved when scoring twice at Galway in 2020 and others boast stronger credentials. Winning Range Sft-Yld. Star Rating 2 Flying Scotsman 2 flat wins r21,535.00 2 N.H. wins r19,470.00 — Handicap Rating 81 16/1 HR85 W.M. Lordan 10.0 (CP) 20L 7th of 12fn, 13rn to Pita Pinta 9.6 GAL 25 OCT 21 hcp 1m 3f 180yds Hvy 7/1 HR124 M.P. Walsh 11.8 (CP) 19L 10th of 15fn, 18rn to Autumn Evening (GB) 11.6 LIST 20 SEP 21 Ext hcp hdl Grade B 2m Gd/Yld 17/2 HR83 W.M. Lordan 9.12 11L 9th of 10 to Offiah 9.1 ROS 30 AUG 21 hcp 7f 64yds Gd

15 DAME RAPIDE (7)

5

9

3

(129)

(3)

145-96-1 F Luke McAteer (3) J Barry J Fitzgerald T

Br B f Footstepsinthesand (GB) - River Beau B Danny Coogan O E Habibovic

Gained her first success on turf at Leopardstown last week on her stable debut. However, she faces a much stiffer ask having gone up 11lb for that victory. Winning Range Gd & AW. Star Rating 3 Dame Rapide 4 flat wins r23,010.00 — Handicap Rating 79 11/1 HR68 D. King 9.10 won 3 1/2L 1 3/4L from Clueless Hill 8.0 and Breffni Girl 9.8 LEP 13 MAY 16rn hcp (47-70)1m 4f Gd 2min 37.6sec 5/1 HR72 Siobhan Rutledge 9.7 (H) 3 1/2L 6th of 13 to Time And Money 10.0 DUN 12 JUL 21 hcp (45-75)1m 4f Std 50/1 HR72 Siobhan Rutledge 9.1 (H) 12L 9th of 15 to National Ballet (JPN) 8.12 LIM 4 JUL 21 hcp (50-80)1m 4f 110yds Yld/Sft

RACE EIGHT

16 HURRICANE CLIFF (24)

6

Br B g Canford Cliffs - Petit Moselle B Philip Blake & Rodger O’ Dwyer O Molesworth Syndicate

9

3

(129)

(10)

21055-6 F Billy Lee J Henry de Bromhead T

He arrives following a decent effort over hurdles, when fifth at the Punchestown Festival and the six-year-old cannot be discounted on his return to this sphere. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 3 Hurricane Cliff 1 flat win r6,490.00 1 N.H. win r7,080.00 — Handicap Rating 79 40/1 HR126 Aidan Coleman 10.6 5 1/2L 6th of 12fn, 17rn to Felix Desjy (FR) 11.4 PUN 26 APR Ext hcp hdl Grade B 2m 100yds Gd/Yld 14/1 HR127 Rachael Blackmore 10.11 17L 5th of 18 to Brides Hill 10.5 LEP 27 DEC 21 Ext hcp hdl 2m Yld/Sft 8/1 HR129 Rachael Blackmore 11.11 25L 5th of 8 to Top Bandit (GB) 11.2 PUN 13 NOV 21 nov.hdl 2m 20yds Yld

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17 SHEISHYBRID (7)

4

Br B f Mastercraftsman - Empowermentofwomen B Joe and Edel Banahan O Rockmore Partnership

9

2

(Blinkers)

(128)

(17)

1750-37 F Colin Keane J Noel Meade T

Finished down the field on her recent effort at Leopardstown, but the application of first-time blinkers could make a difference to her fortunes. Winning Range GF. Star Rating 3 Sheishybrid 1 flat win r6,785.00 — Handicap Rating 78 10/1 HR78 Julie Burke 9.7 8L 7th of 9 to The Names Jock 9.9 LEP 13 MAY Ext hcp 1m 4f Gd 4/1 HR77 C.D. Hayes 8.8 hd 1 1/2L 3rd to Dartan (GB) 8.10 NAV 29 MAR 10rn hcp 1m 5f Gd 8/1 HR78 C.T. Keane 9.6 6 3/4L 10th of 14 to Irwin 9.5 DUN 24 SEP 21 hcp (50-85)1m 2f 150yds Std

RESERVES 18 RAZDAN (35)

4

Br B g Zoffany - Rayna B His Highness The Aga Khan’s Studs S C O Royal Racing Club

(Hood)

9

1

(127)

(9)

4-31352 F Gary Halpin J Christopher David Timmons (R) T

The gelding has been a consistent performer in 2022 on the all-weather since joining his current trainer and he could progress again now back on turf if getting a run. Winning Range AW. Star Rating 3 Razdan 1 flat win r6,490.00 — Handicap Rating 77 Georgia Dobie 9.5 (H) (TS) 1/2L 2nd to Pallas Dancer (GB) 9.12 LINGFIELD PARK 15 APR 15rn hcp (66-85)1m 4f Std 7/1 HR76 R. Whearty 9.6 (H) 4 3/4L 5th of 14 to Very Excellent 9.4 DUN 23 MAR hcp 1m 2f 150yds Std 7/2Fav HR75 G.P. Halpin 10.1 (H) (TS) 1/2L 1/2L 3rd to The Virginian 9.7 DUN 4 MAR 14rn hcp (45-75)1m 4f Std

19 BUCKMAN TAVERN (FR) (27)

6

8

12

(TStrap) Br B g Pastorius (GER) - Breezy Hawk (GER) B M Dieter Meinke O John Breslin & Mrs Paul Shanahan & Newtown Anner Stud Farm Ltd

(124)

(19)

6-771-93 F J

A J Martin T

Kept on well when third at Navan on his latest start and there could be more improvement to come following that display.

Second reserve. Winning Range Hvy-Gd. Star Rating 3 Buckman Tavern (FR) 2 flat wins r13,840.10 — Handicap Rating 74 7/1 HR72 J.A. Heffernan 9.11 (TS) 1 3/4L 1/2L 3rd to Magnetic North 8.11 NAV 23 APR 20rn hcp 1m 5f Gd 25/1 HR72 J.A. Heffernan 9.8 7 3/4L 9th of 20 to Moracana 10.0 LEP 6 APR hcp (50-80)1m 2f Gd 13/2 HR70 G.F. Carroll 10.2 (TS) won ns 1 1/4L from Moon Daisy 9.4 and Boom Boom Boom (GB) 9.7 LEP 15 JUL 21 10rn hcp (45-70)1m 4f 180yds Gd 2min 49.6sec

20 GIBRALTAR (23)

5

Br B g Tamayuz (GB) - Red Halo B High Rollers O Edward Ware

8

9

(121)

(1)

394-1-26 F J

W P Mullins T

Yet to win on the Flat but he has won a race over hurdles and the gelding is likely to have more to offer in this sphere if getting a run. Star Rating 3 Gibraltar 1 N.H. win r5,900.00 — Handicap Rating 71 9/1 S.F. O’Keeffe 11.10 24L 6th of 9 to Crosshill 11.10 PUN 27 APR hdl 2m 3f 180yds Gd/Yld 13/8 P. Townend 11.7 1 1/4L 2nd to Advanced Virgo 11.2 CK 24 MAR 6rn hdl 2m Gd 5/6Fav J.B. Foley 11.5 won 9 1/2L 11L from Red Ball Of Fire 11.2 and Victory March 11.5 ROS 8 JUN 21 17rn mdn hdl 1m 7f 80yds Gd

Blinkers worn by No. 5, No. 17. CPiece worn by No. 12. H,T worn by No. 9. Hood worn by No. 18. TStrap worn by No. 19.

Probable Starting Prices - 11/4 Echoes In Rain (FR), 6/1 Berkshire Royal (GB), 7/1 Moon Daisy, Dame Rapide, 8/1 Zileo (GB), Run For Oscar, 10/1 Band Of Outlaws, Sionnach Eile, 14/1 Hell Bent, 16/1 Prince Alex (GB), Sheishybrid, 20/1 Tashi, Kondo Isami, Flying Scotsman, Hurricane Cliff, 33/1 Dinard Rose, 50/1 Stellium

2021 - 1st Foveros (FR) 2nd Weather Alert 3rd Dinard Rose (3 min. 51.5 sec.)

ECHOES IN RAIN is yet to race on the Flat for Willie Mullins, having last run on the level in France back in May 2019, but she has proven herself to be a very good hurdler, with her latest effort seeing the mare finish runner-up to Honeysuckle at Punchestown. A mark of 83 could underestimate her true ability in this sphere and she gets the vote, despite this being an open contest on paper. Run For Oscar is open to improvement back on the Flat, following a productive spell over hurdles last year, while others to note include Moon Daisy and Sionnach Eile.

WIN: CAILIN CLISTE

DANGER: Run For Oscar

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RACE EIGHT

CURRAGH COMMENT

TODAY’S RACE CONDITIONS

FIRST RACE 4.25p.m. The Irish EBF Auction Series Maiden of €25,000 (IRE Incentive Scheme Bonus Race) (A race in the Irish EBF Auction Series) (Generously sponsored by the Irish EBF (€9,000)) Winner will receive €15,000 (Penalty Value: €14,750) Second will receive €5,000, Third will receive €2,500, Fourth will receive €1,250, Fifth will receive €750, Sixth will receive €500. For two years old only, maidens at starting that are EBF eligible and which had been purchased as yearlings or as two year olds at Public Auction under the hammer after 1st July, 2021 for €60,000 or less at a designated or specified sale. About 6 furlongs. €200 to enter, €50 extra if declared to run. Weights: 9st 9lbs. Fillies allowed 5lbs. Allowances - (which are not cumulative) - (Note, the first sale after 1st July, 2021 at one of the ‘designated’ sales will be the price used to determine any allowance received if the horse is sold more than once. For horses sold at other specified sales the highest price achieved by the horse at any such sale or the median of the sire, whichever is the higher, will be the price used to determine any allowance received) If price determining allowances is not more than €50,000 allowed 2lb; If not more than €40,000 allowed 4lb; If not more than €30,000 allowed 6lb; If not more than €20,000 allowed 8lb; If not more than €10,000 allowed 10lb. (Auction prices in euro must be stipulated at time of entry) Exclusions - Horses that have been purchased at Public Auction under the hammer between 1st July, 2021 and 19th May, 2022 inclusive for €60,001 or more. Conversion Rates To Euro. (For Horses Purchased Abroad) 2021 Sterling Guinea - €1.18; 2022 Sterling Guinea - €1.25; 2021 British Pound - €1.12; 2022 British Pound - €1.19; 2021 US Dollar - €0.82; 2022 US Dollar - €0.88. See RAS for the full list of designated and specified sales. All horses which run in or are declared and balloted from this race qualify for the Irish EBF Stallion Auction Series Race Final to be held at Naas on October 16th, 2022 (The owner of an Irish-bred winner of this race will receive an IRE Incentive Scheme Sales Voucher of €10,000. See RAS for full terms & conditions of this scheme) Stalls centre of course. Value to winner: €14750; Second: €5000; Third: €2500; Fourth: €1250; Fifth: €750; Sixth: €500.

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE SECOND RACE 4.55p.m. The William Hill Lengthen Your Odds Irish EBF (C & G) Maiden of €20,000 (Generously sponsored by William Hill Ireland and the Irish EBF (€3,000)) Winner will receive €12,000 (Penalty Value: €11,800) Second will receive €4,000, Third will receive €2,000, Fourth will receive €1,000, Fifth will receive €600, Sixth will receive €400. For three years old colts and geldings only, maidens at starting that are EBF eligible. About 1 mile 2 furlongs. €160 to enter, €40 extra if declared to run.

Weights: 9st 8lbs. Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €11800; Second: €4000; Third: €2000; Fourth: €1000; Fifth: €600; Sixth: €400 SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE THIRD RACE 5.25p.m. The Heider Family Stables Gallinule Stakes of €60,000 (Group 3) (Generously sponsored by Heider Family Stables) Winner will receive €36,000 (Penalty Value: €35,400) Second will receive €12,000, Third will receive €6,000, Fourth will receive €3,000, Fifth will receive €1,800, Sixth will receive €1,200. For three years old only. About 1 mile 2 furlongs. €480 to enter, €120 extra if declared to run. Weights: 9st 5lbs. Fillies allowed 3lbs. Penalties - (to count from 1st June, 2021) Winner of a Group 3 race 3lb extra; Of two Group 3 races or a Group 2 race 5lb extra; Of a Group 1 race 7lb extra. Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €35400; Second: €12000; Third: €6000; Fourth: €3000; Fifth: €1800; Sixth: €1200.

SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE FOURTH RACE 6.00p.m. The William Hill Emerald Mile Handicap of €150,000 (Premier Handicap) (Generously sponsored by William Hill Ireland) Winner will receive €90,000 (Penalty Value: €88,500) Second will receive €30,000, Third will receive €15,000, Fourth will receive €7,500, Fifth will receive €4,500, Sixth will receive €3,000. An extended handicap for four years old and upwards that have run at least three times under any Rules of Racing on or before 9th May, 2022, at least one of those runs having been on or after 1st April, 2021 (105 = 10st). About 1 mile. €600 to enter on May 4th; €600 extra if forfeit not declared by May 16th and €300 extra if declared to run. Penalties - (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 7lb extra for each race won. Closing Date: 4th May 2022. Starting from stalls. Handicaps calculated 10th May. Value to winner: €88500; Second: €30000; Third: €15000; Fourth: €7500; Fifth: €4500; Sixth: €3000.

SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE FIFTH RACE 6.35p.m. The Cavalor Equine Nutrition Irish EBF Maiden of €20,000 (Generously sponsored by Cavalor Equine Nutrition and the Irish EBF (€3,000)) Winner will receive €12,000 (Penalty Value: €11,800) Second will receive €4,000, Third will receive €2,000, Fourth will receive €1,000, Fifth will receive €600, Sixth will receive €400. For three years old and upwards, maidens at starting that are EBF eligible. About 7 furlongs. €160 to enter, €40 extra if declared to run. Weights: 3-y-o 9st 8lbs; 4-y-o and up 10st 5lbs. Fillies allowed 5lbs. Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €11800; Second: €4000; Third: €2000; Fourth: €1000; Fifth: €600; Sixth: €400.

SEE PAGE 40 FOR THIS RACE SIXTH RACE 7.10p.m. The William Hill Pick Your Places Handicap of €20,000 (Generously sponsored by William Hill Ireland) Winner will receive €12,000 (Penalty Value: €11,800) Second will receive €4,000, Third will receive €2,000, Fourth will receive €1,000, Fifth will receive €600, Sixth will receive €400. An extended handicap for four years old and upwards (90 = 10st). About 7 furlongs. €160 to enter, €40 extra if declared to run. Penalties - (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 7lb extra for each race won. Horses which receive a published weight of 8st 6lbs 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. Starting from stalls. Handicaps calculated 16th May. Value to winner: €11800; Second: €4000; Third: €2000; Fourth: €1000; Fifth: €600; Sixth: €400.

SEE PAGE 46 FOR THIS RACE SEVENTH RACE 7.45p.m. The William Hill Play Responsibly Irish EBF Fillies Maiden of €20,000 (Generously sponsored by William Hill Ireland and the Irish EBF (€3,000)) Winner will receive €12,000 (Penalty Value: €11,800) Second will receive €4,000, Third will receive €2,000, Fourth will receive €1,000, Fifth will receive €600, Sixth will receive €400. For three years old and upwards fillies only, maidens at starting that are EBF eligible. About 6 furlongs. €160 to enter, €40 extra if declared to run. Weights: 3-y-o 9st 3lbs; 4-y-o and up 9st 12lbs. Stalls centre of course. Value to winner: €11800; Second: €4000; Third: €2000; Fourth: €1000; Fifth: €600; Sixth: €400.

SEE PAGE 52 FOR THIS RACE EIGHTH RACE 8.15p.m. The William Hill Scratch Of The Day Handicap of €20,000 (Generously sponsored by William Hill Ireland) Winner will receive €12,000 (Penalty Value: €11,800) Second will receive €4,000, Third will receive €2,000, Fourth will receive €1,000 Fifth will receive €600, Sixth will receive €400. An extended handicap for four years old and upwards (90 = 10st). About 1 mile 6 furlongs. €160 to enter, €40 extra if declared to run. Penalties - (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 7lb extra for each race won. Horses which receive a published weight of 8st 6lbs 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. Starting from stalls. Handicaps calculated 16th May. Value to winner: €11800; Second: €4000; Third: €2000; Fourth: €1000; Fifth: €600; Sixth: €400.

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