Curragh Racecard - Saturday 25th May

WELCOMETOTHECURRAGH

I would like to warmly welcome all racegoers to the Curragh today for our first Classic of the 2024 flat racing season – the Tattersalls Irish 2000 Guineas.

Many thanks to all owners with runners here today – we appreciate your support - and to our race sponsors - Irish Stallion Farms, Tally Ho Stud, GAIN, Weatherbys Ireland, Al Basti Equiworld Dubai,

Infinite Energy, Finlay Volvo, McDonnells Bar Newbridge and of course our feature race sponsor Tattersalls who are fantastic partners and great supporters of Irish racing.

The Gain Marble Hill Stakes is being run today in memory of the late Theresa Marnane a much loved and sadly missed member of the Irish bloodstock community. We welcome Con, Amy, Olivia and many of Theresa’s family and friends here today.

We are delighted with the declared runners for all races and there is competitive racing throughout. After racing, there is music by Nitetrain in the Champions Hall.

For sports fans, we will have TVs showing the rugby and soccer finals and of course, we have our fingers crossed for a Leinster victory.

Our team are here to assist with any enquiries and observations you may have, so please don’t hesitate to contact one of us.

We race again here tomorrow where the twin features are the Tattersalls Irish 1000 Guineas and the Tattersalls Gold Cup.

Enjoy the racing and we look forward to seeing you back at the Curragh many more times during the year.

Best Wishes, Brian Kavanagh Chief Executive bkavanagh@curragh.ie

OFFICIALS

SATURDAY25THMAY

Under the Rules of Racing

RECEIVEROFENTRIES:

Horse Racing Ireland, Ballymany, The Curragh, Co. Kildare.

STAKEHOLDER:

Horse Racing Ireland

MEDICALOFFICERS:

Dr Jennifer Pugh

Dr Matthew Fay

Dr Adrian McGoldrick

Dr Bernard Healy

Dr Dermot Nolan

VETERINARYOFFICERS:

Mr Joe O’Donnell

Mr John Byrne

Mr Ernan O’Donnell

FARRIERS:

Eamon Behan

Sean Kelly

No card authentic unless signed by the Clerk of the Course.

CLERKOFTHECOURSE: B. Sheridan

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board is responsible for the integrity of Irish Racing.

In fulfilling this role, they provide Stewards and professional Officials at all racemeetings to ensure that their rules are properly observed.

The following list of Stewards and Officials are officiating at today’s race meeting:

STEWARDSONDUTY:

Mr. Laurence McFerran

Dr. Paddy Molony

Mr. Thomas Breen

Mr. Donal H. Gavin

Mr. L. Walsh

CLERKOFTHECOURSE:

Mr. B. Sheridan

CLERKOFTHESCALES:

Mr. D. Maher

ASSISTANTCLERKOFTHESCALES:

Ms. P. Hassett

STARTER:

Mr. J. R. Banahan

JUDGE:

Mr. A. L. McKeever

HANDICAPPERS

Mr G. O’Gorman & Mr. M. Bird

STEWARDSSECRETARIES

Mr. C.J. Sweeney & Mr. L. Aspell

MEDICALOFFICER:

Dr. R. Downey

VETERINARYOFFICER:

Ms. J. Taylor M.V.B., M.R.C.V.S.

VETERINARYASSISTANTS:

Mr. D. Fennessy & Mr. D.J. Condell

SECURITYOFFICER:

Mr. D. Buckley

SCHEDULE

11:30 Gates Open

12:00 Newbridge Gospel Choir at entrance

12:30- 13:00 Winning line in Champions Hall

13:00 Ceiran Mulhall live in Lilywhites Lounge between races

13:20 Tally Ho Stud Irish EBF Maiden

13:25 Artane Band to perform from Main Stand between races until last race

13:30 Glitter Tattoo Artist in KidsZone

13:55 GAIN Marble Hill Stakes (Group 3)

14:30 Weatherbys Ireland Greenlands Stakes (Group 2)

14:30 Kick off - Champions Cup Match, showing in Parade Ring Marquee & Derby Bar

15:00 Kick Off - FA Cup Final, showing in Derby Bar

15:05 Tattersalls Irish 2000 Guineas (Group 1)

15:40 Tattersalls Irish 2000 Guineas (Group 1)

16:15 Infinite Energy Handicap (Premier Handicap)

16:50 Finlay Volvo Handicap

17:25 McDonnells Bar Irish EBF Maiden

17:30 to 18.30

Live Music with Nitetrain on stage in Champions Hall

19.30 Gates Close

HOWTOREAD YOURRACECARD

10 SEARCHFORASONG(24)

SEARCHFORASONG

Br Ch f Galileo - Polished Gem

3 8 11 (123) (8)

1241 F B Moyglare Stud Farm Ltd Chris Hayes J O Moyglare Stud Farm D K Weld T DARK BLUE

Lightly-raced filly who is fast developing into a quality performer, and she backed up her commendable Irish Oaks fourth by outclassing her Galtres Stakes rivals at York. Very interesting. Winning Range Gd-GF Star Rating 3

her Galtres Stakes at

Search For A Song 2 flat wins r51,499.70— Handicap Rating 105

Search For A 2 flat wins r51,499 0— 105 0— Ra Oisin 8.12 won 1 3/4L hd from Vivionn 8.12 and of 9.7 AUG 10rn Listed 1m 3f

Oisin Murphy 8.12 won 1 3/4L hd from Vivionn (GB) 8.12 and Spirit of Appin (GB) 9.7 YORK 22 AUG 10rn Listed 1m 3f 188yds Gd 2min 30.3sec 14/1 C.D Hayes 9.0 1/2L 4 1/2L 3/4L 4th to Star Catcher (GB) 9.0 here 20 JUL 8rn Group 1 1m 4f Gd 2/1Fav C.D Hayes 9.0 2 3/4L 2nd to Trethias (GB) 9.0 NAAS 26 JUN 9rn Listed

C.D. 9.0 to Star Catcher 9.0 here 20 JUL 8rn 1 1m 4f Gd C.D. 9.0 2 2nd to Trethias 9.0

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.

TRACKFACTS

ANDOTHERRACINGINFORMATION

ABOUTTODAY’SRACES

TRACKINFORMATION

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.

TOPCOURSETRAINERS-

LEADINGTRAINERSATCURRAGH(2019-2024)WITHRUNNERS:

AIDAN O’BRIEN (142 wins from 757 runners, 19%) runs GUN CARRIAGE, MONUMENTAL & HENRI MATISSE (1.20), CAMILLE PISSARRO and THE PARTHENON (1.55), MOUNTAIN BEAR, UNQUESTIONABLE & RIVER TIBER (3.40), DEMOCRACY (4.50), JAN BRUEGHEL (5.25).

J P O’BRIEN (82 wins from 743 runners, 11%) runs CADOGAN (1.20), MIDNIGHT STRIKE (1.55), RAISE YOU and LA FILOMENA (3.05), ATLANTIC COAST (3.40), DEAKIN (4.15), NERANO (4.50), ROSSO (5.25).

MRS J HARRINGTON (53 wins from 554 runners, 10%) runs ADRENALINE RUSH (1.20), OCEAN QUEST (2.30), STARRY HEAVENS and SCARLETT O’HARA (3.05), SATURN (4.15), MATTER OF FACT (4.50), TRETHORN (5.25).

TRAINERSINFORM-MOSTWINSINTHELAST14DAYS:

AIDAN O’BRIEN (13 wins from 48 runners, 27%) runners listed above

MRS J HARRINGTON (11 wins from 48 runners, 23%) runners listed above G CROMWELL (11 wins from 46 runners, 24%) runs GUNZBURG (4.50).

TOPCOURSEJOCKEYS-

LEADINGTRAINERSATCURRAGH(2019-2024)WITHRUNNERS:

COLIN KEANE (80 wins from 588 rides, 14%) rides RED EVOLUTION (1.20), GENTLEMAN JOE (3.05), CRYSTAL BLACK (4.15), RAGGA BOMB (4.50).

RYAN MOORE (72 wins from 274 rides, 26%) rides HENRI MATISSE (1.20), CAMILLE PISSARRO (1.55), UNEQUAL LOVE (2.30), CANDLEFORD (3.05), RIVER TIBER (3.40), DEMOCRACY (4.50), JAN BRUEGHEL (5.25).

BILLY LEE (56 wins from 483 rides, 12%) rides MOSS TUCKER (2.30), LA ISLA MUJERES (3.05), BRIGHT STRIPES (3.40), CHALLY CHUTE (4.15), FOLLOW ME (4.50), OZARK DAZE (5.25).

JOCKEYSINFORM-MOSTWINSINTHELAST14DAYS:

SHANE FOLEY (14 wins from 62 rides, 23%) rides ADRENALINE RUSH (1.20), LOCAL LAD (1.55), OCEAN QUEST (2.30), SCARLETT O’HARA (3.05), SATURN (4.15), MATTER OF FACT (4.50), TRETHORN (5.25).

RYAN MOORE (8 wins from 29 rides, 28%) rides listed above RONAN WHELAN (8 wins from 44 rides, 18%) rides BEECHWOOD (3.05), TAKE ME TO CHURCH (3.40), SLIEVE BINNIAN (4.15), GRAND CITY HALL (4.50).

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 23rd May.

The Curragh is delighted to partner with the following hotels, accommodation providers, restaurants and bars in 2024 and highly recommends all of them to enjoy a stay, drink after the races or a delicious meal.

Barberstown Castle, Staffran https://www.barberstowncastle.ie/

FBD Hotels and Resorts including Killashee Hotel, Naas https://www.killasheehotel.com/

Keadeen Hotel, Newbridge https://www.keadeenhotel.ie/

Glenroyal Hotel and Shoda Restaurant https://www.glenroyal.ie

K Club, Straffan https://www.kclub.ie/

Kildare House Hotel, Kildare Town https://www.kildarehousehotel.ie/

Silken Thomas Accommodation, Restaurant and Bar, Kildare Town https://silkenthomas.com/

The Rooms at Cunninghams, Bar and Restaurant, Kildare Town https://cunninghamskildare.com/accommodation/

Harp Bar, Kildare Town https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057072566059

McDonnells Bar, Newbridge http://www.mcdonnellsbar.ie/

O’Dooles Restaurant and Agape Café, Kildare Town https://odooles-restaurant.business.site/

stay, drink & delicious meal

GENERAL INFORMATION

ARE THERE SHUTTLE BUSES AVAILABLE FROM KILDARE AND/OR NEWBRIDGE?

YES, WE HAVE A DEDICATED FREE SHUTTLE BUS SERVICE RUNNING ON ALL RACE DAYS FOR 2024. THE BUSES, PROVIDED BY FOSTERS, SERVE KILDARE AND NEWBRIDGE TOWNS AND TRAIN STATIONS, ALLOWING RACEGOERS TO ENJOY THEIR DAY OUT AND LEAVE THE CAR AT HOME. PLEASE VISIT THE TRANSPORT PAGE OF OUR WEBSITE FOR UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION ON TIMINGS AND PICK UP POINTS, AS THESE ARE COORDINATED ACCORDING TO THE ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE OF MAIN LINE TRAINS FOR EACH RACE DAY.

IS CASH ACCEPTED?

YES, WE TAKE CASH OR CARD THROUGHOUT THE RACECOURSE.

DO YOU HAVE MERCHANDISE FOR SALE?

YES, YOU WILL FIND OUR MERCHANDISE ON SALE AT THE RACECOURSE ON EACH FIXTURE AT THE INFORMATION DESK. YOU WILL ALSO FIND A SELECTION OF OUR MERCHANDISE AVAILABLE AT ORBY’S BY LUCY ON NON-RACE DAYS.

WILL YOU BE SHOWING OTHER SPORTS ON THE SCREENS?

WE ALWAYS LOOK TO SHOW A SELECTION OF KEY SPORTS FIXTURES FEATURING ON THE DAY.

ARE DOGS ALLOWED?

ONLY ASSISTANCE DOGS ARE PERMITTED PAST THE TURNSTILES. WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO LEAVE THEIR PETS SAFELY AT HOME.

CLOAKROOM / BAG DROP

WE DO HAVE A BAG DROP/ CLOAKROOM FACILITY PLEASE CHECK WITH A MEMBER OF THE RACE DAY STAFF IN THE MAIN RECEPTION.

IS THERE AN ATM AT THE TRACK?

THERE ARE TWO ATMS ON SITE. ONE IS LOCATED ON THE GROUND FLOOR IN CHAMPIONS HALL AND THE OTHER IS NEAR THE DERBY BAR ON LEVEL 1.

ARE THERE ACCESSIBLE FACILITIES?

YES, THE CURRAGH RACECOURSE IS COMMITTED TO BEING ACCESSIBLE TO ALL AND STRIVES TO BE AS INCLUSIVE AS POSSIBLE.

WHERE IS LOST PROPERTY LOCATED?

LOST PROPERTY IS LOCATED AT THE INFORMATION DESK, IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR A LOST ITEM AFTER GATES CLOSE THEN PLEASE RING THE RACECOURSE OFFICE ON + 353 (45) 441205 OPEN MONDAY – FRIDAY FROM 9AM – 5PM

HOSPITALITY & DINING OPTIONS

L I L Y W H I T E S LO UN GE

A public bar, located on the second floor of the Curragh Grandstand with floor to ceiling windows Excellent view of the of the racecourse and easy access to all areas including the main grandstand and public seating.

G O F F S C H A M P A G N E B A R

Public bar, enjoyaglassofMoet,located on the first floor of the Curragh Grandstand with a beautiful champagne terrace area overlooking the parade ring.

S H O D A CA FÉ

Public café, located in the bottom floor of the Queens room situated next to our Moyglare Kidszone overlooking the pre parade and parade ring. Serving excellent tea, coffee, sandwiches & sweet treats

O R B Y ’ S BY LU CY

Public café, located to the left of the main entrance of the Curragh racecourse with a fantastic view of the parade ring. Open 7 days a week. Serving delicious wholesome food, coffee and sweet treats.

DERBY BAR & TERRACE

A public bar, located on the second floor of the Curragh Grandstand with floor to ceiling windows, a view of the racetrack and easy access to all areas including the main grandstand and public seating.

CHAMPIONS HALL

Located on the ground floor of the Curragh Grandstand with a wide range of food options available from the Food Court,, LavazzaAtriumCafe,Guineas Bar and Spar Shop

S T L E G E R R E S T A U R A N T

Located on Level 3 of the Grandstand with floor to ceiling windows and a private grandstand balcony with a panoramic view of the racecourse, the parade ring, and the Curragh Plains. Pre-booking essential, please enquire for future race days to avoid disappointment.

O A K S RE S T AU RA NT

Located on Level 2 of the Curragh Grandstand with floor to ceiling windows and a reserved balcony overlooking parade ring, easy access to all areas. Pre- booking essential, please enquire for future race days to avoid disappointment

TATTERSALLS OWNERS & TRAINERS

Located on Level 3 of the Grandstand, the restaurant has floor to ceiling windows with spectacular views of the racecourse. A lounge is located adjacent to the restaurant. Access only with Owners and Trainers Badge.

IRELAND

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ThefirstClassicintheIrishflatracingseasonandthe IrishequivalentoftheBritishClassic,theracegetsits namefromtheoriginalprizefund.

Themostpresitigiousraceinthecalendarfor three-year-oldcolts,Irishracinghistoryislivedthrough the2,000Guineas.

1921 Soldennis winsthe inaugural running

1984

TheinfluentalSadler’s Wellsdropsintripto wininatightfinishfrom Frenchraider

Procidaandsubsequent DerbywinnerSecreto

1964

SantaClauswinsthe classicenrouteto completingtheEpsom andIrishDerbydouble

1991

FourstarsAllstarbecomes thefirstAmericanhorseto winaEuropeanClassic

1992 RodrigodeTriano completesthe Newmarket-Curragh Guineasdoubleunder LesterPiggott

IRISH2,000GUINEAS

2002

RockOfGibraltarbecomesAidanO’Brien’s fourthwinneroftheraceandbecamea worldrecordholderoverthecourseofhis career

2023 Paddingtonstepsupto Group1companyforthe firsttimeanddestroys hisopposition

2005 Dubawireturns towinningways attheCurragh under FrankieDettori

2014 TheclassyKingman winshisfirstGroup1 underJamesDoylefor JohnGosden 2024 ? 2015 Gleneaglesshows fightandbattles tovictorytosecure theNewmarketCurraghdouble 2016 Awtaadproves apopular winnerfor

IRISH STALLION FARMS

Irish Racing’s Largest Sponsor

Irish Stallion Farms will contribute €3 million towards Irish prize-money in 2024, bringing our total investment to €60m since the foundation of the Irish EBF in 1983.

IrishEuropean Breeders’Fund

Greenhills, Kill, Naas, Co. Kildare W91 FY62

For further details, contact Nessa Joyce: T: 00 353 45 910 999 M: 00 353 85 7590970 E: info@irishebf.ie www.ebfstallions.com

FIRST RACE 1.20P.M.

THE TALLY HO STUD IRISH EBF (C & G) MAIDEN OF €25,000

Stalls Centre Of Course. Value to winner: €14750; Second: €5000; Third: €2500; Fourth: €1250; Fifth: €750; Sixth: €500. (For Race Conditions see page 62)

RACESPONSOR

A representative of Tally Ho Stud will present a trophy to the winning owner and will present a gift to the groom in charge of the horse judged to be best turned out.

Six Furlongs (1,200 metres)

Three Quarter Mile Post 6f

Br B c Bungle Inthejungle (GB) - Midsummer Breeze (GB) F B Jer Hickey & Aaron Langan Shane Foley J O Amy & Olivia Marnane Mrs John Harrington T

Dam won at 5f Worth a second look on his racecourse debut for a respected yard.

2 ALL RIGHT BY ME (-)

Br B c Bungle Inthejungle (GB) - Petite Cherie F B Oak Leaf Stud Gary Carroll J O Vincent Gaul G M Lyons T

Half-brother to Belle Et Bete, won four times at 7f and 1m. Cost €25,000 Stable won this race in 2022 and he is one to consider first time out.

3 CADOGAN (GB) (-)

Br B c Farhh (GB) - Wadjet F B Ladyswood Stud and Thurso Limited Dylan Browne McMonagle J O LLoyd J Williams & Mrs Paul Shanahan & Mrs M V Magnier Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

Half-brother to Shaenjet, won over hurdles at 2m 2f Cost 100,000gns and a bold bid on debut would come as no surprise Star Rating HHHH

4 EAST HAMPTON (GB) (-)

Br B c Cracksman (GB) - Sitar (GB)

B Manor Farm Stud & J E Rose

McAteer J O MRC International

Marnane T

Full brother to Poweredbylove, won at 6f Cost 32,500gns. A place may be the best this newcomer can hope for today Star Rating HHH

5 FAIRE LA NOUBA (19)

Br B c River Boyne - Dream Maker 0 F B D G Iceton Donagh O’Connor J O Mrs Janeanne O’Neill & Aisling O’Neill John F O’Neill (R) T

Dam won twice at 6f Beaten 19l behind Barnavara at 200-1 when 14th of 15 on his racecourse debut over this course and distance (soft) earlier this month. Star Rating H Faire

Br B c Advertise (GB) - Handmaiden (GB)

B Whitwell Bloodstock

O Mrs Annette Coogan

Beaten 7l behind One Smack Mac at 66-1 when seventh of 9 on his racecourse debut at Naas over 6f (good) earlier this month. He was also engaged to run here yesterday Star Rating HH Go On Green (GB) 66/1

Br Ch c Gun Runner (USA) - Special Event (USA)

B Emory A Hamilton

O Michael Tabor & Derrick Smith & Mrs John Magnier & Peter

Dam won six times at 6f and 1m. His powerful connections purchased him for $1,250,000 as a

and a big debut run is expected.

Br B c Wootton Bassett (GB) - Immortal Verse

B Immortal Verse Syndicate

O Mrs John Magnier & Michael Tabor & Derrick

Half-brother to Tenebrism, won four times between 5f and 7f including two Group 1 races. A well-related newcomer from a top yard and he must be on the shortlist.

Br B c Quality Road (USA) - Exotic Notion (USA)

B Lynch Bages Ltd & Camas Park Stud

Dam unraced. Cost $350,000 as a yearling and he warrants respect

B c Kingman (GB) - Riqa (GB)

Barronstown Stud

Derrick Smith & Mrs John Magnier & Michael Tabor

brother to Khayzaraan, won twice at 1m. Another interesting

Br B c Mohaather (GB) - Ugneya

B Kilweelran Ltd Gavin Ryan

O M Eves Diego Dias

Half-brother to Rajindri, won twice at 7f Cost €70,000 Warrants respect on debut, especially if the market vibes are positive Star Rating HHH

SEA FORT (GB) (-)

Br Ch c Siyouni (FR) - Winter Queen (GB)

B Serge Boucheron

O Fort Faulkner Partnership

Full brother to Siyouking, won twice at 1m. Making his racecourse debut and others make more appeal. Star Rating HH

Probable Starting Prices - 5/2 Henri Matisse, 6/1 Monumental, 13/2 Cadogan (GB), 7/1 Adrenaline Rush, Red Evolution, 8/1 Hill Road (USA), 10/1 Gun Carriage (USA), 12/1 All Right By Me, Rhodreego, 16/1 Native Honey, 25/1 Sea Fort (GB), 50/1 East Hampton (GB), Go On Green (GB), 150/1 Faire La Nouba 2023 - 1st Unquestionable (FR) 2nd Mr Saturday 3rd Temple Of Hera (1 min. 16.4 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT

Aidan O’Brien took this last year with Unquestionable and riding arrangements suggest HENRI MATISSE is preferred of the Ballydoyle trio The Wootton Bassett colt, out of Group 1 winner Immortal Verse, is a half-brother to four winners, including the very smart Tenebrism and Statuette Red Evolution also makes plenty of appeal being a Mehmas half-brother to River Tiber who cost 300,000 guineas at the Newmarket Breeze Up Sale last month. Hill Road (by Quality Road) made $350,000 as a yearling, while the Farhh colt Cadogan is another to consider from a yard that has already enjoyed success with juveniles this term.

WIN: HENRI MATISSE

DANGER: Red Evolution

This logo indicates horses sold at Tattersalls sales.

THECURRAGHRECORDTIMES

5f

6f 1m 8.10s Invincible Spirit 4

6f 1m 9.35s Sudirman (USA) 2 9-3

6f 63yds 1m 12.40s Bold Tack (Disq) 4 9-8

6f 63yds

7f

7f 1m 20.90s Hawk Wing (USA) 2

8f 1m 35.00s Arctic Storm (GB) 3

8f 1m 37.03s Avenue Gabriel (GB) 2

8f Rnd

8f

9f

10f

11f

12f

13f

14f

16f

15th Sept 2001

11th Aug 2013

11th

16th Sept 2001

16th May 1962

15th Sept 2013

T H E R E S A

M A R N A N E

FROM L-R : CON, THERESA, AMY & OLIVIA MARNANE AT ROYAL ASCOT

THE CURRAGH AND GAIN ARE PLEASED TO ACKNOWLEDGE THE SAD PASSING OF THERESA MARNANE BY RUNNING THE GAIN MARBLE HILL STAKES IN HER MEMORY.

Theresa was a hugely popular member of the racing and breeding industry alongside her husband Con and daughters Amy and Olivia.

The family’s Tipperary-based Bansha House Stables have been very successful at the breeze-up sales, with graduates including top-level winners Rio De La Plata, Sands Of Mali, Fleeting Spirit, and Amadeus Wolf. Racing Post Trophy (G1) winner Palace Episode and last year’s GAIN Marble Hill Stakes (G3) winner Givemethebeatboys are among the horses to have carried the Marnane’s yellow and black silks to group-race victories on the track. Different League also carried the silks when beating Alpha Centauri in the Albany Stakes (G3) at Royal Ascot in 2017.

We are delighted to welcome Con, Amy, Olivia and other members of their family and friends to the races today.

SECOND RACE 1.55P.M.

THE GAIN MARBLE HILL STAKES (IN MEMORY OF THERESA MARNANE) OF €60,000 (GROUP 3)

Stalls Centre Of Course. Value to winner: €35400; Second: €12000; Third: €6000; Fourth: €3000; Fifth: €1800; Sixth: €1200. (For Race Conditions see page 62)

RACESPONSOR

Half-brother

2

Half-brother to Exhort, won five times between 7f and 1m 2f. Won on his latest outing when 10-11fav at Navan over 6f (good - yielding) last month, beating New Theory

Br Ch g Sea The Moon (GER) - Local Time (GB) F B Godolphin Shane Foley J O Lance Bloodstock Limited Gerard O’Leary

Half-brother to Bright Spirit, won at 1m. Thrown in at the deep end on his racecourse debut and others are preferred. Star Rating H

4 MIDNIGHT STRIKE (34)

B c

B c Kingman (GB) - Wonder of Wonders (USA)

Coolmore

O Derrick Smith & Mrs John Magnier & Michael Tabor

Full brother to Buttons, won at 7f Dangerous to dismiss on debut for his powerful connections.

7

UNEXPECTED ISSUES (18)

Br Ch f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Awohaam

Medallion, Kisber, Aldabbagh & Trommer

Full sister to Castle Star, won twice at 5f and 6f including a Group 3 race. Won on her latest outing when 2-1fav at Navan over 5f (yielding) earlier this month, beating Heavens Gate by 1/2l. Star Rating HHH Unexpected Issues 1 win €14,750.00 2/1Fav J.A. Heffernan

CPiece worn by No 5.

Probable Starting Prices - 11/8 Camille Pissarro, 11/4 Midnight Strike, 7/2 Arizona Blaze (GB), 15/2 Unexpected Issues, 10/1 The Parthenon, 12/1 Monotone, 100/1 Local Lad 2023 - 1st Givemethebeatboys 2nd Noche Magica 3rd His Majesty (1 min. 14.8 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT

CAMILLE PISSARRO made a winning debut at Navan last month and can be expected to progress with that experience under his belt. The 1,250,000gns son of Wootton Bassett is a half-brother to seven winners, including Commonwealth Cup hero Golden Horde Midnight Strike also scored on debut when beating Treasure Isle (won since) here over 5f and it will be interesting to see how he copes with this much sounder surface Arizona Blaze won here on the opening day of the turf season and now steps up to 6f after filling the runner-up spot in a Listed race won by Whistlejacket, with Monotone about three lengths back in third.

WIN: CAMILLE PISSARRO

DANGER: Midnight Strike

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Greenlands preview from Weatherbys

Thethirdraceontoday’seight-racecard is the Weatherbys Ireland Greenlands Stakes, a Group 2 contest which takes place over six furlongs and the 13-strong field is headed by last year’s winner ArtPower.

Tim Easterby’s grey is unbeaten in three starts over today’s course-and-distance and ran out a convincing winner 12 months ago. The seven-year-old added a fourth course success – over the minimum trip – in the Group 2 Sapphire StakeslastJulyandhissoledefeatatthe CurraghcameinGroup1company. Havingendedlastseasonwithafirstwin atthetoplevel–intheBritishChampions Sprint at Ascot – he warmed up for the defence of his crown with a fifth placing in the Duke Of York Clipper Stakes just 10 days ago. He finished eighth in that race last year and can be expected to strip fitter for the outing once again. Although he is versatile in terms of ground, a little rainwouldfurtherincreaseconfidence.

Art Power is unbeaten in three starts over today’s course-and-distance

Richard Hannon’s four-year-old ShouldvebeenaringfinishedinfrontofArt PoweratYorkbutis2lbsworseoffandas thatwashisthirdstartofanalreadybusy campaign, it remains to be seen as to whetherhehasasmuchimprovementin the locker, fitness wise. The Havana Grey colt did improve with racing last season and saved his best efforts for Haydock, where he finished runner-up to Little Big Bear in the Sandy Lane and was beaten justaneckbyRegionalintheSprintCup.

Ed Bethell’s Regional shoulders a Group 1 penalty for that success and the sixyear-old hasn’t been seen since. He did win first-time-out last year – albeit in handicap company – and the Bethell stable has been among the winners of late, so there are positives surrounding hischance.

TothefrontofthehomedefenceisMoss Tucker, a three-time course winner who lookedasgoodaseverwhenwinningthe Woodlands Stakes at Naas last month. He won the same Listed race last year but ran again – just six days earlier –before finishing sixth (beaten 12 lengths) inthisrace.AgainbehindArtPowerinthe Sapphire Stakes, he reversed form when winningtheGroup1FlyingFiveStakesand anotherbigrunlooksonthecards.

The four-year-old filly Ocean Quest finished runner-up at Naas and caught the eye with how she ran on. She has a bittofindonall-knownformbutremains open to plenty of improvement and represents the in-form stable of Jessica Harrington.

Another course-and-distance winner, Big Gossey finished 7 lengths ahead of Ocean Quest in the Renaissance Stakes here in September but Charles O’Brien’s seven-year-old hasn’t been in the same forminfourstartsthistermandwaswell behindintheWoodlands.

Unequal Love and Easy are another pair of four-year-old fillies who won on reappearance and could be open to further improvement as they go up in class, whilst Matilda Picotte might find thisalittlesharpasshedropsindistance.

Art Power seems to grow another leg when he comes to these shores, and this was his third win in as many starts at the Curragh. He shot out like a rocket out of the stalls and the way he blitzed along in front, it was hard to see anything getting to him. When asked to step it up a gear under Oisin Murphy, he found plenty for pressure and proved his love for the course once again. Big Gossey had to follow his shadow the entire race but outrun his odds of 25/1 to grab second, a further five lengths back, while market rival Garrus was never involved.

THIRD RACE 2.30P.M.

WEATHERBYS IRELAND GREENLANDS STAKES OF €120,000 (GROUP 2)

Stalls Centre Of Course. Value to winner: €70800; Second: €24000; Third: €12000; Fourth: €6000; Fifth: €3600; Sixth: €2400. (For Race Conditions see page 62)

RACESPONSOR

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Has won nine races from 5f to 7f on ground varying from good to soft - heavy A winner at 4-1 at Naas over 5f (yielding) on his latest outing last month, beating Ocean Quest by 2l. Star Rating HHHHH Moss Tucker 9 flat wins €375,830.00 CD Handicap Rating 114 4/1 HR114 W.J. Lee 10.0 (TS) won 2L 1L from Ocean Quest 9.7 and Go Athletico (FR)

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over 6f (good) on his latest outing in September last year, beating Shouldvebeenaring by a neck.

Rating HHHH Regional (GB) 5 flat wins - €351,885.06 D Handicap Rating 114

Callum Rodriguez 9.5 (TS) won nk 1/2L from Shouldvebeenaring (GB) 9.3 and Believing 9.0

Callum Rodriguez 9.7 (TS) won 1 1/4L 1L from Equilateral (GB) 9.7 and Raasel (GB) 9.7

on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Beaten a nose by Mill Stream when second of 14 at 12-1 on his latest outing in the Group 2 1895 Duke Of York Clipper Stakes at York over 6f (good) earlier this month. Star Rating

10th of 14 to Washington Heights (GB) 9.9 NEWMARKET 18 APR Group 3 6f Gd

Sean Levey 9.5 1 1/4L 3/4L 3rd to Nine Tenths 9.0 WOLVERHAMPTON 9 MAR 6rn Listed

Br Ch f Dutch Art (GB) - Heavenly Dawn (GB)

B Cheveley Park Stud Limited

O Cheveley Park Stud

11014-1 F

Ryan Moore J

William Haggas (in GB) T Winner of five races from 6f to 7f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. A winner at 4-1 at Newmarket over 6f (good) on her latest outing earlier this month, beating Funny Story by 1l. Star Rating HHH Unequal Love (GB) 5 flat wins - €75,575.87 D Handicap Rating 102

Tom Marquand 9.8 won 1L hd from Funny Story (GB) 9.11 and Star Guest (GB) 9.8

Tom Marquand 9.2 hd 1 1/2L s/hd 4th to Funny Story (GB) 9.2 NEWMARKET 14 OCT 23

Tom Marquand 9.8 won 1 1/4L ns from Minnetonka 9.2 and Hello Queen 9.1 PONTEFRACT 21 SEP 23

CPiece worn by No 11. TStrap worn by No 2, No 3. Visor worn by No 5. Probable Starting Prices - 4/1 Art Power, 9/2 Moss Tucker, Shouldvebeenaring (GB), 11/2 Regional (GB), 7/1 Matilda Picotte, 8/1 Ocean Quest, 12/1 Mitbaahy, Easy, Unequal Love (GB), 25/1 Erosandpsyche, 50/1 Big Gossey, Ano Syra, Magical Sunset 2023 - 1st Art Power 2nd Big Gossey 3rd Ano Syra (1 min. 12 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT

MOSS TUCKER appeared as good as ever when beating Ocean Quest by two lengths on his reappearance at Naas last month. The Ken Condon-trained gelding won twice here last year and had both Art Power and Ano Syra well behind when recording a memorable Group 1 victory in the Flying Five last September Regional beat Shouldvebeenaring by a neck in the Group 1 Sprint Cup at Haydock last autumn and it will be interesting to see if the former can continue his progressive profile from last season, while Matilda Picotte was generally campaigned over 7f last term, including a Group 2 win at Newmarket, and was far from disgraced this spring at Riyadh.

WIN: MOSS TUCKER

JUNEFEST

DANGER: Regional

ATTHECURRAGH! ATTHECURRAGH

The Curragh is delighted to announce their partnership with Junefest with the launch of a special race evening on Wednesday 5th June which includes a free concert after racing with country concert music legend Declan Nerney. The eight race programme which kicks off at 4.50pm features the Sky Bet Race to the Ebor Premier Ra Handicap.

The evening will also be a celebration of Women’s Sheds with the Wo racecourse inviting members from across Leinster to the event, while many of them will be taking part in an attempt to create an in Irish racecourse record for the most people taking part in a line dance. Dancers will be encouraged to embrace the initiative by dressing in country and western style. in country and western style.

THE TATTERSALLS IRISH2,000 GUINEAS

WHATARE GUINEAS?

Guineas were a currency used from the 1600’s to the 1800’s.

Used in Great Britain, Guineas were phased out with the introduction of the pound and was a niche currency with it’s use only common in legal fields and livestock auctions. A guinea is equivalent to £1.05.

WHATISACLASSIC?

€500,000INPRIZE MONEY 1ST-€290,000 2ND-€100,000 3RD-€50,000

1MILE (1,609METRES)

The Classics are five Group 1 races which are all run at the Curragh. Four of the five races are restricted to three-year-olds, and showcase the best horses of the three-year-old generation which shape the breed of the throughbred horse.

The five races are the 2,000 and 1,000 Guineas, the Irish Derby, the Irish Oaks and the Irish St Leger.

The Irish Classics are slightly different to the other European Classics, as the Irish St Leger is not age restricted, so is open to horses aged three and older.

LEADINGTRAINER AIDANO’BRIEN 12WINS

WHOARETATTERSALLS?

Tattersalls are Europe’s largest bloodstock auctioneers and the world’s oldest, dating back to 1766. From their base at Park Paddocks in Newmarket, Tattersalls offers more than 5,000 thoroughbreds each year and host the most prestigious bloodstock sales, notably the October Yearling Sale which sees millions spent on racing’s next best prospects.

Henrythenavigator (2008) Gleneagles (2015) Churchill (2017) WHOHASDONE THENEWMRKETCURRAGHDOUBLE?

Right Tack (1969) Don’t Forget Me (1987) Tirol (1990)

Rodrigo de Triano (1992)

Rock Of Gibraltar (2002) Cockney Rebel (2007)

The last English-trained winner was Native Trail for Charlie Appleby, and English traineed horses have a good record in this Classic.

John Gosden saddled Kingman to exact Guineas revenge in 2013 and Richard Hannon Sr sent out the talented Canford Cliffs to win in 2010 under Richard Hughes.

Further back, English trainers won five on the bounce from 2003 to 2007 with Paul D’Arcy, James Toller, Saeed bin Suroor, Jeremy Noseda and Geoff Huffer responsible for the winners.

SADLER’SWELLS 1984WINNER WHATISTHE RECORDOF ENGLISHHORSES?

LEGENDARYHORSE

FOURTH RACE 3.05P.M.

THE AL BASTI EQUIWORLD DUBAI ORBY STAKES OF €45,000 RACE

Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €26550; Second: €9000; Third: €4500; Fourth: €2250; Fifth: €1350; Sixth: €900.

(For Race Conditions see page 62)

RACESPONSOR

Kevin Manning representing Al Basti Equiworld,

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to be best turned out.

present a gift to the groom in charge of the horse

Br B g Kingman (GB) - Dorcas Lane (GB)

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F B Barnane Stud Ltd

Barnane Stud

He has won four times from 1m 2f to 1m 4f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Finished 14l behind Tregony when fifth of 6 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 1m 4f (good to firm) in September last year Star Rating HHHH Candleford 4 flat wins - €107,605.75 Handicap Rating 110 Tom Marquand 9.10 13L 5th of 6 to Tregony (GB) 9.2 NEWMARKET 29 SEP 23 Listed

/Frm Pat Dobbs 9.7 3 3/4L 2nd to Bay Bridge (GB) 9.7 KEMPTON PARK 9 SEP 23 7rn Group 3 1m

Br B g Authorized - Bella Lulu (GB) (TStrap) 7u128-2 F B Saleh Al Homaizi & Imad Al Sagar Colin Keane J O Robcour Henry de Bromhead T A winner at 1m on the all-weather, but that win was over three years ago; has also won a hurdle Beaten 1 1/4l by Hans Andersen when second of 6 at 25-1 on his latest outing at Dundalk over 1m 4f last month. Star Rating HHH Gentleman Joe (GB) 1 flat win €3,852.30 1 N.H. win €9,145.00 Handicap Rating 96 25/1 HR92 W.J. Lee 9.5 (TS)

28 AUG

2m 3f 55yds Gd 7/4 Rachael Blackmore 11.12 (TS) 5 1/2L 2nd to Gracchus De Balme (FR) 11.12

Successful twice at 1m 2f on soft and heavy ground. Well beaten at 3-1 behind Sunchart when

at Naas over 1m 2f (heavy) in

Successful at 1m 2f and 1m 3f on soft ground and on the all-weather Finished 5l behind Sapphire Seas when fifth of 14

Yarmouth

La Isla Mujeres (FR) 2 flat wins €11,166.50 Handicap Rating 93 Hector Crouch 8.13 5L 5th of 14 to Sapphire Seas (GB) 8.13 YARMOUTH 20 SEP 23 Listed 1m 2f 23yds Gd Hector Crouch 9.1 1/2L 1/2L 3rd to There’s The Door 9.3 GOODWOOD 2 AUG 23 10rn hcp

Hvy Rhys Clutterbuck 9.5 won 7L 3 1/2L from Entrancement (FR) 9.8 and Mlle Chanel

Br B f Frankel (GB) - Dream Of Tara

B Kilcarn Stud Shane

J O Miss P F O’Kelly Mrs

Harrington T A winner at 1m 4f on good ground. Beaten 11l behind Time Lock at 28-1 when seventh of 11 on her latest outing in the Group 3 Princess Royal Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai Stakes at Newmarket over 1m 4f (good to firm) in September last year Star Rating HHH Scarlett O’Hara (FR) 1 flat win €8,850.00 CD Handicap Rating 101 Nathan Crosse 8.12 (CP) 11L 7th of 11 to Time Lock (GB) 9.5

William Buick 8.11

C,T worn by No 5. TStrap worn by No 2, No 8. Probable Starting Prices - 7/2 Sumiha, 4/1 Candleford, Raise You, 8/1 La Isla Mujeres (FR), Scarlett O’Hara (FR), 10/1 Run For Oscar, Beechwood, 14/1 Gentleman Joe (GB), Vischio, 20/1 La Filomena, 25/1 Starry Heavens 2023 - 1st Mashhoor (GB) 2nd Annerville 3rd Ottilien (FR) (2 min. 38.2 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT

SUMIHA made a successful debut over 1m2f here last summer and didn’t enjoy much lucky in running on her only subsequent outing when reappearing in the Listed Noblesse Stakes at Cork last month. The selection has plenty of scope for improvement and is preferred to Raise You, who has shown a liking for this venue with four wins here and was denied a clear passage when returning after a lengthy absence here last month. Candleford is a solid performer in this grade and carries a 3lb penalty for a Listed win at Windsor last year, while others to consider include Run For Oscar and La Isla Mujeres.

WIN: SUMIHA

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DANGER: Raise You

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THANK YOU

The Curragh would like to thank Moyglare Stud for their support of the Stable Staff Canteen for their 2024 racing season.

In memory of Sir Anthony O’Reilly

The Curragh Racecourse extends its deepest sympathies to the family and friends of the late Sir Anthony O’Reilly who sadly passed away last Saturday, May 18th.

Sir Anthony was a giant of the business and sporting worlds as well as a successful racehorse owner and race sponsor. Through the sponsorship of the Independent Newspapers Pretty Polly Stakes, the Waterford Wedgewood Phoenix Stakes and the Castlemartin and La Louviere Studs Gladness Stakes, Sir Anthony was a great friend and welcome visitor to the Curragh.

In a lifetime of many great achievements, Sir Anthony will always be remembered with fondness here at the Curragh.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

A phenomenal miler last year who ended up winning four times at the highest level, Paddington took the step up in grade right in his stride. Coming here off quite a low-key preparation and with plenty to find on ratings, he proved that the O’Brien and Moore factor was as strong as ever The son of Siyouni travelled powerfully throughout, albeit after a tardy start, and was much the best in the finish to defy stablemate Cairo who was a further two lengths behind. Hi Royal was well supported after his runner-up medal at Newmarket but had to settle for third.

2024

2024 will mark the 103rd running of the Irish 2,000 Guineas. In February 2023, Tattersalls renewed their sponsorship of the first two of the Irish Classics, this race and the 1,000 Guineas for fillies.

History

The first Irish Classic race of the year which was first run in 1921, a year before the launch of the Irish 1,000 Guineas. The inaugural running was won by Soldennis. It is Ireland’s equivalent of the 2,000 Guineas which was named after the original value of the race.

The race has seen its fair share of drama over the years. In 1944 Good Morning dead-heated with form rival Slide On, and in the 1967 renewal Kingfisher passed the post in front but was relegated to second after a lengthy stewards enquiry, giving the race to the Stephen Quirke-trained and Buster Parnell-ridden Atherstone Wood.

BritishChallengers

Traditionally British raiders have had a good record in the Irish Guineas and in the 1990’s it returned to Britain eight times.

In more recent years Aidan O’Brien has clawed back control for the Emerald Isle and from 2000 there has been almost an even split, with 10 winners from Britain and the remaining 12 from Ireland. The British look to have a solid hand in this year’s renewal.

MostSuccessfulJockey

There are two jockeys tied at a record five wins.

Tommy Burns registered his five between 1921 and 1948, with his last win coming aboard Beau Sabreur.

Martin Quirke was one of his chief rivals during that period, with his wins also spanning around that time. His last triumph came seven years prior to Khosro.

Joseph O’Brien managed to win the race three times on the bounce before pursuing a career as a trainer, like his father.

Of today’s crop, Ryan Moore leads the way with three wins after his success in last year’s renewal on Paddington.

Smallest/Largest Fields

The smallest ever field was in 1969, when Right Tack saw off four rivals to win for trainer John Sutcliffe and jockey Geoff Lewis. Hotfoot trailed in second and Agriatore finished back in third.

There have been three times in which the race was contested by 21 runners.

In 1961 Light Year came out on top in the first big field renewal, winning under Garnie Bougoure, and four years later Green Banner won the 1965 renewal under N Brennan for trainer Kevin Kerr.

21 went to post again in 1977, in which Pampaul came out on top under Gianfranco Dettori.

DeadHeats

Only once has the result of the Irish 2,00 Guineas come down to a dead heat.

In 1944, Slide On and Good Morning couldn’t be separated at the post by the judge, with jockeys Jack Moylan and Jimmy Eddery sharing the spoils. There was three lengths back to Pacifier in third.

RecordTime

The fastest winning time in the Guineas was set by Cockney Rebel in 2007, the time in question was a blink and you’ll miss it 1:36:10.

Phoenix Of Spain came closest in 2019 to breaking this record with a time of 1:36:52.

MostSuccessfulOwners

John and Sue Magnier have had a very good record in this race, winning ten renewals since 1950. Their first came in 1999 with Saffron Walden, trained by Aidan O’Brien and ridden by Olivier Peslier.

Two and three followed shortly in 2001, 2002 and from 2008 - 2017, they have won the race seven times with success again in 2023.

StartingSP

In the last ten years favourites have been very much the ones to side with. There have been five winning favourites since 2013, with only two winning at a double figure price. The biggest of these was Romanised in 2018.

TheO’Brienfactor

There have been several of O’Brien’s to win this race but the two in question are the legendary Vincent and more recently Aidan. The former won the race four times, with his first success coming in 1978 with Jaazeiro. Prince Of Birds granted him his final victory in the race in 1988.

This was only the beginning of the O’Brien success as only nine years later, Aidan won the race in 1997 Since then, he’s gone on to have a stranglehold on the race, winning it 12 times and becoming the leading trainer.

SubsequentDerbywinners

There have been 11 winners of the Tattersalls Irish 2,000 Guineas who have gone on to win the Irish Derby.

1922 winner Spike Island became the first, only a year after the first running of the race. He won the Guineas in facile fashion, winning by four lengths for trainer Peter Gilpin. Four years later Embargo emulated the success, followed up two years later by Baytown.

In the 1930’s both Museum (1935) and Phideas (1937) did the Classic double, while three horses managed the feat in consecutive years in the 1940’s - Windsor Slipper (1942), The Phoenix (1943) and Slide On (1944).

The top class Santa Claus followed it up 20 years later in 1964, winning for Michael Rogers under William Burke, with the legendary Grundy also achieving the double in 1975. Desert King (1997) is the most recent horse to do the double.

Recordof Favouritesinthe Last10Years

2014 Kingman – won

2015 Gleneagles – won

2016 Galileo Gold - second

2017 Churchill - won

2018 Elarqam - sixth

2019 Too Darn Hot & Magna Grecia (joint-favourites) - second & fifth

2020 Siskin - won

2021 Lucky Vega - fourth

2022 Native Trail – won

2023 Royal Scotsman - ninth

FIFTH RACE 3.40P.M.

THE TATTERSALLS IRISH 2,000 GUINEAS OF €500,000 (GROUP 1)

Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €285000; Second: €100000; Third: €50000; Fourth: €25000; Fifth: €15000; Sixth: €10000; Seventh: €5000; Eighth: €5000. (For Race Conditions see page 62)

RACESPONSOR

Edmond Mahony Chairman of Tattersalls accompanied by his wife Fiona, will present trophies to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and €200 to the groom in charge of the winning horse and €200 to the groom in charge of the horse judged to be best turned out.

Br B c Kodiac (GB) - Liwa Palace (GB) (TStrap)

F B Al Shira’aa Farms S A R L Groom - Sean Amos Dylan

Al Shira’aa Farms

Successful twice at 7f on good - yielding and heavy ground. Well beaten at 3-1jt-fav behind Battle Cry when seventh of 8 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Ballylinch Stud ‘Red Rocks’ Stakes at Leopardstown over 7f (heavy) last month. Star Rating H Atlantic Coast 2 flat wins €41,005.00 C Handicap

5/1 D. McMonagle 9.5 1/2L 3 1/4L 3rd

Br Ch c Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Dutch Rose (CPiece) 6312-81 F B Diomed Bloodstock Ltd Groom - Lydia Bell Billy Lee J O Paul Hardy A Oliver T

Successful at 7f and 1m on good - yielding and soft ground. A winner at 16-1 over this course and distance (soft) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Norwalk Havoc by 1l. Star Rating H Bright Stripes 2 flat wins €44,250.00 CD Handicap Rating 102 16/1 HR101 W.J. Lee 9.5 (CP) won 1L 1/2L from Norwalk Havoc (GB)

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B c Wootton Bassett (GB) - Transcendence

Breeding B Breeder O Owner F Form J Jockey T Trainer

Kodiac (GB)

1. Atlantic Coast (IRE)

Liwa Palace (GB)

Danehill (USA)

Rafha

Oasis Dream (GB)

Ladeena (IRE)

Choisir (AUS)

Starspangledbanner (AUS)

2. Bright Stripes (IRE)

Dutch Rose (IRE)

Phoenix of Spain (IRE)

3. Haatem (IRE)

Hard Walnut (IRE)

Gold Anthem (AUS)

Dutch Art (GB)

Eloquent Rose (IRE)

Lope de Vega (IRE)

Lucky Clio (IRE)

Cape Cross (IRE)

Yaria (IRE)

Scat Daddy (USA)

Danzig (USA)

Razyana (USA)

Kris

Eljazzi

Green Desert (USA)

Hope (IRE)

Dubai Millennium (GB)

Aqaarid (USA)

Danehill Dancer (IRE)

Great Selection (AUS)

Made of Gold (USA)

National Song (AUS)

Medicean (GB)

Halland Park Lass (IRE)

Elnadim (USA)

Quintellina (GB)

Shamardal (USA)

Lady Vettori (GB)

Key of Luck (USA)

Special Lady (FR)

Green Desert (USA)

Park Appeal

Danehill (USA)

Yara (IRE)

Johannesburg (USA)

Love Style (USA)

No Nay Never (USA)

4. Mountain Bear (IRE)

Holy Alliance (IRE)

Cat’s Eye Witness (USA)

Holy Roman Emperor (IRE)

Song of The Sea (GB)

Iffraaj (GB)

Wootton Bassett (GB)

5. River Tiber (IRE)

Transcendence (IRE)

Balladonia (GB)

Arcano (IRE)

Cover Girl (IRE)

Elusive Quality (USA)

Comical Cat (USA)

Danehill (USA)

L’On Vite (USA)

Bering

Calypso Run (GB)

Zafonic (USA)

Pastorale (GB)

Primo Dominie

Susquehanna Days (USA)

Oasis Dream (GB)

Tariysha (IRE)

Common Grounds

Peace Carrier (IRE)

Br B c Blue Point - Rosaline

B Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum Groom - Callum Richards Sean Levey J

O Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum Richard Hannon (in GB) T

He has won three times from 6f to 7f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Beaten 1 1/2l by Notable Speech when second of 11 at 15-2 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Qipco 2000 Guineas Stakes at Newmarket over 1m (good) earlier this month. Star Rating HHHH Rosallion 5 flat wins - €271,287.36 Handicap Rating 118

Sean Levey 9.2 1 1/2L 2nd to Notable Speech (GB) 9.2 NEWMARKET 4 MAY 11rn Group 1 1m Gd

Sean Levey 9.0 won 1L 1 1/2L from Unquestionable (FR) 9.0 and Beauvatier (FR) 9.0 PARISLONGCHAMP

Sean Levey 9.2 2L 1 1/2L 3rd to Iberian 9.2

Br Ch c Churchill - Chances Are

Group 3 Ballylinch Stud ‘Red Rocks’ Stakes at Leopardstown over 7f (heavy)

Take Me To Church 3 flat wins €46,020.00 Handicap Rating 100 3/1Fav HR101 R.P Whelan 9.5 (CP) 1/2L 5L 3L 4th to

4/1 HR86 R.P Whelan 8.12 (CP) won 6 1/2L nk from Bid For Chester 8.13 and Sluice 8.11

100/30 HR82 R.P Whelan 9.11 (CP) won 3/4L 1L from Sir Sagacious 9.5 and Emerald

8

(FR) (204)

(2) Br B c Wootton Bassett (GB) - Strawberry Lace (GB)

312421- F B Mme Camille Vitse, Mme Axelle Viste, Mme Valentine Viste & M GuillaumeViste Groom - Sumith Pathrannelage Wayne Lordan J O Al Shaqab Racing,Coolmore,Westerberg A P O’Brien T

Successful at 6f and 1m on good ground. Won on his latest outing when 6-4fav in the Group 1 Prevagen Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Turf at Santa Anita over 1m (good) in November last year, beating Mountain Bear by 1 1/2l. Star Rating HHHHH

13/8Fav

*Denotes second entry CPiece worn by No 2. TStrap worn by No 1.

Probable Starting Prices - 10/11 Rosallion, 7/2 River Tiber, 6/1 Haatem, 13/2 Unquestionable (FR), 14/1 Mountain Bear, 33/1 Atlantic Coast, Bright Stripes, 66/1 Take Me To Church 2023 - 1st Paddington (GB) 2nd Cairo 3rd Hi Royal (1 min. 40.8 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT

Aidan O’Brien has landed this race on 12 occasions and his three runners are respected on their seasonal reappearances. UNQUESTIONABLE looks a leading contender after successfully stepping up to 1m in a Grade 1 at the Breeders’ Cup in Santa Anita. Richard Hannon’s Rosallion sets the standard with a rating of 118 and a runner-up berth in the Qipco 2,000 Guineas at Newmarket. He is by a sprinter, though, and this more galloping track may not be as ideal for him. O’Brien’s River Tiber is interesting as he bids to graduate from the sprinting ranks, while Andrew Oliver’s Bright Stripes is one that could go better than his odds suggest.

WIN: UNQUESTIONABLE

DANGER: Rosallion

Finlay Motor Group

Blue Point (IRE)

6. Rosallion (IRE)

Rosaline (IRE)

Churchill (IRE)

7. Take Me To Church (IRE)

Chances Are (IRE)

Shamardal (USA)

Scarlett Rose (GB)

New Approach (IRE)

Reem Three (GB)

Galileo (IRE)

Meow (IRE)

Dandy Man (IRE)

Incendio (GB)

Iffraaj (GB)

Wootton Bassett (GB)

8. Unquestionable (FR)

Strawberry Lace (GB)

Balladonia (GB)

Sea The Stars (IRE)

Crying Lightening (IRE)

Giant’s Causeway (USA)

Helsinki (GB)

Royal Applause (GB)

Billie Blue

Galileo (IRE)

Park Express

Mark of Esteem (IRE)

Jumaireyah (GB)

Sadler’s Wells (USA)

Urban Sea (USA)

Storm Cat (USA)

Airwave (GB)

Mozart (IRE)

Lady Alexander (IRE)

Siberian Express (USA)

Indocina

Zafonic (USA)

Pastorale (GB)

Primo Dominie

Susquehanna Days (USA)

Cape Cross (IRE)

Urban Sea (USA)

Holy Roman Emperor (IRE)

Auction Room (USA)

SIXTH RACE 4.15P.M.

Starting from stalls. Handicaps calculated 21st May. Value to winner: €29500; Second: €10000; Third: €5000; Fourth: €2500; Fifth: €1500; Sixth: €1000. (For Race Conditions see page 62)

RACESPONSOR

Finished 6l behind Vischio when fourth of 11 at 5-2fav on his latest outing here over 1m 4f (heavy) in November last year Star Rating HHH

Chally Chute 4 flat wins €31,860.00

Br B g Zarak (FR) - Kyurem

F B S C E A Haras De La Perelle Seamie Heffernan J

O Damian C Nolan & D P Kilmurray & Liam Gavin & Kieran Clarke Ciaran Murphy T

Winner of six races from 1m to 1m 1f on good to soft and heavy ground and on the all-weather Won on his latest outing when 4-9fav at Pornichet over 1m in November last year, beating Crew Dragon by a short head. Having his first run for a new stable today Star Rating HH Titanium (FR) 6 flat wins €82,500.00 Handicap Rating 95

Mme M. Velon 9.2 (TS) won hd 1L from Crew Dragon (FR) 8.6 and Nordeste (FR) 8.10

C. Demuro 8.11 (TS) won hd hd from Brouillard 9.0 and Aramhes (FR) 8.11

C. Demuro 9.0 2 1/2L 2nd to Vagalame 8.8 VICHY 25 SEP 23 9rn 1m 1f

1/1Fav HR77 D. McMonagle 9.8 (CP) (TS) won 6L 2 3/4L from Eastmore (GB)

He has won four times from 7f to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to soft. Well beaten at 33-1 behind Saltonstall when 12th of 13 on his latest outing here over 1m (heavy) in November last year Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Peter Fahey Star Rating H Soaring Monarch 4 flat wins €35,105.00 D Handicap Rating 85

Br B g Gleneagles - Timabiyra

30600p- F B His Highness the Aga Khan’s Studs S C J M Sheridan J O Galway Girl Syndicate Paul W Flynn T Winner of five races from 7f to 1m 2f on good and soft - heavy ground and on the all-weather; has also won a hurdle Beaten 11l behind Fairytale Princess at 40-1 when 13th of 14 on his latest flat outing at Dundalk over 1m 3f in November last year Star Rating H Timourid 5 flat wins €56,935.00 1 N.H. win €5,900.00 CD Handicap

40/1 HR83 C. Stone-Walsh 9.0 (CP) (TS) 11L last of 13fn, 14rn to Fairytale Princess 8.6

150yds Std 40/1 HR117 L.A. McKenna 11.0 (TS) 68L last of 15 to El Champo 10.11 GAL

Br B f Kodiac (GB) - Sunny Harbor 6109-20 F B Tally-Ho Stud Oisin McSweeney (3) J O Daniel McLoughlin Daniel McLoughlin T

Successful at 1m and 1m 2f on yielding ground and on the all-weather Well beaten at 12-1 behind Janoobi when 12th of 16 on her latest outing at Naas over 7f (heavy) in March. Star Rating HH Solar Breeze 2 flat wins €12,390.00 D Handicap Rating 80

12/1 HR80 O. McSweeney 9.0 22L 12th of 16 to Janoobi 9.12 NAAS 24 MAR Ext hcp 7f Hvy 10/1 HR78 K.G. Kennedy 9.9 (H) s/hd 2nd to Unterberg 8.13 DUN 31 JAN 14rn hcp (47-80)1m 2f 150yds Std 12/1 HR80 R.C. Colgan 9.4 (TS) 4 3/4L 9th of 13fn, 14rn to Fairytale Princess 8.6 DUN 17 NOV 23 hcp 1m 2f 150yds Std ?+2 indicates jockey possible 2lbs overweight Blinkers worn by No 10 C,T worn by No 7, No 11, No 16. CPiece worn by No 5, No 8. H,T worn by No. 1. Visor worn by No. 4.

Probable Starting Prices - 5/1 Saturn, 11/2 Crystal Black, 6/1 Deakin (FR), 7/1 Mr Rango, 15/2 Take Heart, 10/1 Chally Chute, Zoffman, 14/1 Safecracker (GB), Scholarship, Lady Lunette, 20/1 Star Harbour, Titanium (FR), Solar Breeze, 25/1 Lady Of Inishfree, Slieve Binnian, 33/1 Timourid, 66/1 Soaring Monarch

2023 - 1st Timourid 2nd Smooth Tom 3rd Laelaps (2 min. 10.9 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT

SAFECRACKER is well versed in high-quality handicaps and holds each-way claims. Johnny Murtagh’s charge was unplaced in a Group 3 on soft ground at Naas last summer, but is a different proposition on quick ground at this track. Crystal Black has to be feared having won three of his last four races at this venue The handicapper has tacked on another 4lb, but he does run this track particularly well. Deakin is one to note up in class after two wide-margin victories at Roscommon and Thurles, while Take Heart and Saturn, who both sport first-time cheekpieces, are other contenders. French-import Titanium is the dark horse in the field.

WIN: SAFECRACKER

DANGER: Crystal Black

SEVENTH RACE 4.50P.M.

Conditions see page 62)

RACESPONSOR

Br B g Cotai Glory (GB) - Reflect Alexander (CPiece) 05052-1 F B Mountarmstrong Stud Ben Coen J O Kildare Racing Syndicate/Kilmichael Racing Syndicate J P Murtagh T A winner at 9-4 at Dundalk over 6f on his latest outing last month, beating Spanish Cara by 1l. Star Rating HHH

O Joanne Lavery

Placed once in three starts. Third of 11 behind Duckadilly beaten 1 3/4l at 20-1 on her latest outing at Naas over 1m (good) earlier this month. Star Rating HH Auburn Avenue Handicap Rating 71

20/1 B.M. Coen 9.3 (TS) nk 1 1/2L 3rd to Duckadilly 9.0 NAAS 11 MAY 11rn mdn 1m Gd 8/1 R.C. Colgan 9.4 5 1/2L 6th of 8 to Kiki Roberts 8.10 NAV 2 SEP 23 mdn 5f 164yds Yld 100/1 G.M. Ryan 9.3 5 3/4L 7th of 23 to Megarry 9.6 here 20 AUG 23 mdn 6f Gd

Blinkers worn by No 9. CPiece worn by No 6. TStrap worn by No 3, No 13, No 14. Long Handicap - Auburn Avenue 8-3 (115)

Probable Starting Prices - 11/2 Nerano (USA), 15/2 Ragga Bomb, Grand City Hall, 8/1 Transcending Glory, Tai Tam Bay, 10/1 Democracy, Follow Me (FR), Gunzburg, Matter Of Fact, Monasterboice, 12/1 Uncle Albert, 16/1 Neo Smart, Auburn Avenue, 33/1 Perfect Judgement

2023 - 1st Betterdaysrcoming 2nd Semblance Of Order 3rd Aussie Girl (1 min. 24.9 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT

The Lyons team have always believed that RAGGA BOMB is a horse for this season and he could be worth chancing on handicap debut. His Cork maiden success has been very well franked by the third home, who is now rated 100 After winning on debut at this racecourse, Democracy kept excellent company last season without being placed and he ought to appreciate this easier assignment. This is Nerano’s first try on turf after winning one of his three Dundalk races and the forecast fast ground should be right up his street, being by War Front. Transcending Glory and Grand City Hall arrive in winning form and will have their supporters.

WIN: RAGGA BOMB

DANGER: Transcending Glory

EIGHTH RACE 5.25P.M.

THE MCDONNELLS BAR NEWBRIDGE IRISH EBF (C & G) MAIDEN OF €20,000

Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €11800; Second: €4000; Third: €2000; Fourth: €1000; Fifth: €600; Sixth: €400. (For Race Conditions see page 62)

RACESPONSOR

Eric

Br B g Highland Reel - Helen of Albany

B Mr Bill Crager

O Breen White

Dam a lightly raced maiden. Finished 18l behind Cruden when fifth of 6 at 50-1 on his racecourse debut at Limerick over 1m 3f (soft - heavy) earlier this month.

Br B c Galileo - Devoted To You

B Barronstown Stud

O Westerberg,Mrs J Magnier,M Tabor,D Smith

Full brother to Triplicate, won twice on the flat at 1m 3f and 1m 4f and twice over

1f Represents a powerful yard and looks an obvious contender on his racecourse bow

Br B c Zarak (FR) - Katiola

B His Highness The Aga Khan’s Studs S C Shane Kelly J O H H Aga Khan J P Murtagh T

Half-brother to Kattani, won twice at 1m and 1m 2f It will be interesting to see what the market makes of his chances on debut. Star

Dam a lightly raced maiden. Finished 6l behind Lady Doris when fifth of 9 at 40-1 on his racecourse debut at Navan over 1m 2f (good - yielding) earlier this month.

Placed twice in four starts. Third of 10 behind Kinesiology beaten 2 1/2l at 7-1 on his

over 1m 2f (good) earlier this month.

Daze

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(FR) (217)

Beaten 13l behind Ocean Of Dreams at 11-1 when eighth of 15 on his racecourse debut at Leopardstown over 1m (heavy) in October last year

Full brother to Dazzling Sun, won twice at 7f and 1m. Cost 120,000gns and it would be no surprise to see him go close at the first time of asking.

Br B c Dubawi - Trethias (GB)

B Stonethorn Stud Farms Ltd

Foley

O Stonethorn Stud Farms Limited Mrs John Harrington

Dam won twice at 1m and 1m 2f He could have his say on debut for an in-form stable Star Rating HHH

Br Ch c Showcasing (GB) - Lady of Power (GB) (TStrap)

Pier House Stud

Ms M N Bourke Adrian Sexton

Dam unraced. Beaten 17l behind Badda Bing at 40-1 when last of 13 on his racecourse debut at Dundalk over 1m in February He is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time Star Rating H Ulfhada

Br B c Almanzor (FR) - Viyana

B His Highness the Aga Khan’s Studs S C N G McCullagh J O H H Aga Khan J P Murtagh T

Half-brother to Varijoun, won four times at 1m 4f and 1m 7f This racecourse debutant appears

on his plate

TStrap worn by No. 11.

Probable Starting Prices - 3/1 Jan Brueghel, 10/3 Ozark Daze (GB), 9/2 Rosso, 13/2 Trethorn (GB), 10/1 Nestor, Raydamann (FR), 14/1 Kalkanli (GB), Mythical Rock, 16/1 Viyanni, 20/1 Dancing Steve, 66/1 Liffeydale Spirit, Ulfhada 2023 - 1st Trustyourinstinct 2nd Dubawi Delight (GB) 3rd Dawn Session (2 min. 12.8 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT

Newcomer JAN BRUEGHEL jumps off the page as a brother to Irish Derby winner Sovereign and, notably, he holds an Irish Derby entry in addition to a Group 2 engagement. Ozark Daze caught a tartar when runner-up at Dundalk last month and didn’t have the clearest run in fourth over this trip in Cork. His mark of 87 means that he should be involved. Camelot colt Rosso is worth checking for market strength ahead of his debut, while Raydamann makes appeal on breeding and should improve upon an opening eighth-placed finish on testing ground at Leopardstown in October The in-form Jessica Harrington takes the wraps off Trethorn and a big run wouldn’t be surprising.

WIN: JAN BRUEGHEL

DANGER: Ozark Daze

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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.

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RACINGA-Z

ESSENTIAL RACING PHRASES

The following terms will provide any newcomer,keen to enhance their language skills, with all the key words to sound like an expert.

RACING SPEAK

ALLOWANCE:..............................

ENGLISH

The weight concession the horse is given to compensate for its rider’s inexperience

AMATEUR: ................................... (Rider) on racecards, their names are usually prefixed by Mr, Mrs, etc. To indicate their amateur licence holder status.

ANTE-POST: ................................ Betting (usually for the most important races) days or even months before the race is due to take place

APPRENTICE:..............................

Young jockey tied by annually renewed contract to a licensed trainer while they are learning.

BACKWARD:................................ Young horse which needs time to mature.

CLERK OF THE COURSE: Official in charge of running the racing programme

CLERK OF THE SCALES: Key in the delivery of a successful racing operation.

COLOURS: The racing silks worn by the jockeys.

COLT:.............................................

Male, ungelded horse, up to four years old.

CONNECTIONS:.........................

The owner and trainer of a racehorse

COURSE SPECIALIST: Horse which tends to run well at a particular course

DAM: Mother of a horse

DISTANCE:................................... The length of a race.

DISTANCE, THE:.........................

An unmarked point 240 yards from the winning post.

DRAW: Describes a horse’s position in the starting stalls, drawn two days before a flat race

EACH-WAY:

A bookmaker taking each way bets will display the terms on which he/she accepts such bets on the top of his/her board. This is a bet for your selection to win or be placed.

FILLY:............................................. Female horse up to four years old.

FOAL: Horse of either sex from its birth until 1 January the following year

FORECAST: Name the first and second in the correct order

FURLONG: 220 yards (one eighth of a mile).

GELDING: Castrated horse

GOING: ......................................... Description of the course conditions under foot.

HAND:........................................... Unit of four inches in which a horse’s height is measured at the shoulder.

JACKPOT:.....................................

The Jackpot is an exciting tote bet that requires punters to pick the winners of four consecutive races.

JOLLY:........................................... Betting term for the horse with the shortest odds (the favourite).

JUDGE:......................................... Official responsible for declaring finishing order and distances between horses.

JUVENILE:....................................

MAIDEN:

MARE:

Two-year old horse.

Horse which has not yet won a race

Female horse, five years and over

OBJECTIONS: Complaint by one camp against another regarding breach of rules during a race

ODDS ON:

Where a bet’s winnings are less than the stakee.g winning a €2 bet wins you €1 so you get back €3.

PACE: ‘Up with the pace’ means close to the leaders.

PENALTY: .....................................

Weight added to the handicap weight of a horse which has won since the weights were published.

PHOTO FINISH: .......................... Electronic photo device which determines minimal distance in a close finish.

PLACEPOT:

PLATE:...........................................

To win the Tote Placepot you need to pick a horse to place in the first six races

Shoe worn by horse for racing.

SCHOOLED: Trained to jump

SHORT RUNNER:

A horse that doesn’t stay the minimum distance, five furlongs on the Flat or two miles over jumps.

SIRE: Father of a horse

SPREAD A PLATE:...................... When a racing plate or horseshoe becomes detached from the animal’s hoof.

SP/STARTING PRICE: ................ Official price of a horse at which bets are settled in the betting shops.

STEWARDS ENQUIRY: Enquiry by panel of men and women responsible for seeing rules are adhered to into a race’s running.

TIC-TAC: Bookmakers hand-signalling method relaying odds.

TRIFECTA: The premise of a Tote Trifecta is to back the three horses who finish first, second and third in the race of your choice

UNDER STARTERS’ ORDERS: Occurs when the race is about to start.

VOICE IN THE SKY:

The commentator who you will hear during each race

WEIGH OUT/WEIGH IN:............ Weighing jockey before and after race to ensure correct weight has been carried.

YEARLING:................................... Horse of either sex from 1 January to 31 December of the year following its birth.

CONDITIONS

FIRST RACE 1.20p.m. The Tally Ho Stud Irish EBF (C & G) Maiden of w25,000 (Generously sponsored by Tally Ho Stud and the Irish EBF (€4,500)) 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 colts and geldings only, maidens at starting that are EBF eligible. About 6 furlongs. €225 to enter, €25 extra if declared to run. Weights: 9st 5lbs. Speed sensing equipment will be used in this race. Stalls centre of course. Value to winner: €14750; Second: €5000; Third: €2500; Fourth: €1250; Fifth: €750; Sixth: €500 SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE

SECOND RACE 1.55p.m. The GAIN Marble Hill Stakes (In Memory Of Theresa Marnane) of €60,000 (Group 3) (Generously sponsored by GAIN Equine Nutrition) 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 two years old only About 6 furlongs. €540 to enter, €60 extra if declared to run. Weights: 9st 5lbs. Fillies allowed 3lbs. Speed sensing equipment will be used in this race. Stalls centre of course. Value to winner: €35400; Second: €12000; Third: €6000; Fourth: €3000; Fifth: €1800; Sixth: €1200 SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE

THIRD RACE 2.30p.m. The Weatherbys Ireland Greenlands Stakes of €120,000 (Group 2) (Generously sponsored by Weatherbys Ireland GSB Ltd., Naas, Co Kildare) Winner will receive €72,000 (Penalty Value: €70,800) Second will receive €24,000, Third will receive €12,000, Fourth will receive €6,000, Fifth will receive €3,600, Sixth will receive €2,400 For four years old and upwards. About 6 furlongs. €600 to enter on April 17th; €240 extra if forfeit not declared by May 1st; €360 extra if forfeit not declared by May 21st or €12,000 if entered by May 21st. Weights: 9st 5lbs. Fillies allowed 3lbs. Penalties - (to count from 1st September, 2023) Winner of a Group 1 race 3lb extra. Speed sensing equipment will be used in this race Stalls centre of course Value to winner: €70800; Second: €24000; Third: €12000; Fourth: €6000; Fifth: €3600; Sixth: €2400

SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE

FOURTH RACE 3.05p.m The Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Orby Stakes of €45,000 (Listed Race)

(Generously sponsored by Al Basti Equiworld Dubai) Winner will receive €27,000 (Penalty Value: €26,550) Second will receive €9,000, Third will receive €4,500, Fourth will receive €2,250, Fifth will receive €1,350, Sixth will receive €900 For four years old and upwards that have not won a Group 1 or a Group 2 race. About 1 mile 4 furlongs. €405 to enter, €45 extra if declared to run. Weights: 9st 7lbs. Fillies allowed 5lbs. Penalties - (to count from 1st June, 2023) Winner of a Listed race 3lb extra; Of a Group 3 race 5lb extra. Speed sensing equipment will be used in this race. Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €26550; Second: €9000; Third: €4500; Fourth: €2250; Fifth: €1350; Sixth: €900

SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE

FIFTH RACE 3.40p.m. The Tattersalls Irish 2,000 Guineas of €500,000 (Group 1)

(Generously sponsored by Tattersalls Ltd) Winner will receive €290,000 (Penalty Value: €285,000) Second will receive €100,000, Third will receive €50,000, Fourth will receive €25,000, Fifth will receive €15,000, Sixth will receive €10,000, Seventh will receive €5,000, Eighth will receive €5,000 For three years old colts and fillies only About 1 mile €625 to enter on September 20th or €12,500 if entered on April 3rd; €950 extra if forfeit not declared by December 6th; €1,250 extra if forfeit not declared by April 3rd; €2,175 extra if forfeit not declared by May 21st or €50,000 if entered by May 21st. Weights: 9st 2lbs. Fillies allowed 3lbs. Speed sensing equipment will be used in this race Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €285000; Second: €100000; Third: €50000; Fourth: €25000; Fifth: €15000; Sixth: €10000; Seventh: €5000; Eighth: €5000 SEE PAGE 42 FOR THIS RACE

SIXTH RACE 4.15p.m. The Infinite Energy Handicap of €50,000 (Premier Handicap) (Registered as the Guineas Festival Handicap) (Generously sponsored by Infinite Energy) Winner will receive €30,000 (Penalty Value: €29,500) Second will receive €10,000, Third will receive €5,000, Fourth will receive €2,500, Fifth will receive €1,500, Sixth will receive €1,000 An extended handicap for four years old and upwards that at entry have run three or more times under any Rules of Racing, at least one of those runs having been on or after 1st April, 2023 (100 = 10st). About 1 mile 2 furlongs. €450 to enter, €50 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. Handicaps calculated 21st May. Speed sensing equipment will be used in this race Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €29500; Second: €10000; Third: €5000; Fourth: €2500; Fifth: €1500; Sixth: €1000 SEE PAGE 46 FOR THIS RACE

SEVENTH RACE 4.50p.m. The Finlay Volvo Handicap of €25,000 (Generously sponsored by Finlay Motor Group) 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 An extended handicap for three years old only (95 = 9st 12lbs). About 7 furlongs. €225 to enter, €25 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 Speed sensing equipment will be used in this race Should they be declared to run they will then become liable for the full amount of the cost to run. Handicaps calculated 21st May Speed sensing equipment will be used in this race Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €14750; Second: €5000; Third: €2500; Fourth: €1250; Fifth: €750; Sixth: €500

SEE PAGE 52 FOR THIS RACE

EIGHTH RACE 5.25p.m. The McDonnells Bar Newbridge Irish EBF (C & G) Maiden of €20,000 (Generously sponsored by McDonnells Bar Newbridge 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. €180 to enter, €20 extra if declared to run. Weights: 9st 8lbs. Speed sensing equipment will be used in this race. Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €11800; Second: €4000; Third: €2000; Fourth: €1000; Fifth: €600; Sixth: €400

SEE PAGE 56 FOR THIS RACE

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