Curragh Racecard - Saturday 24th September

30 September 1942

13th September 2020

Alan passed away on 13th September 2020. Alan was a person who accomplished much in his life. He helped his brothers build the then Jefferson Smurfit Group to be a world leader in Paper and Packaging and ultimately spearheaded the Group’s move into Latin America. This organisation continues to be a highly successful part of the Smurfit Kappa Group today. Upon retirement, Alan put his talents into playing poker, eventually winning a World Championship Bracelet He was renowned for his decency and kindness to people.

He is dearly missed by his wife Guadeloupe and his children Peter, Alan and Ann. His passing has also left a void in the lives of his brothers Michael and Dermot and sister Barbara.

I would like to extend a warm Curragh welcome to you all today for the first day of the Curragh’s Autumn Festival of Racing a new addition to the season here at the Curragh. After two years of Covid restrictions, we are very much enjoying being able to welcome racegoers back to the Curragh and I hope that you have a good day.

We are very grateful to today’s race sponsors the Irish European Breeders Fund, Goffs, The Smurfit Family, William Hill, Barberstown Castle and Tipperary Crystal for their support of today’s programme.

We are particularly pleased to see the revival of the Goffs Million and to be hosting Europe’s most valuable two-year-old race here today. The Alan Smurfit Memorial Beresford Stakes has a most illustrious roll of honour and is a regular source of Classic and Group 1 winners.

We have made changes to our offering this year which we hope you will enjoy, and we are always interested in hearing customer feedback. Please try out our Lilywhites Bar and the various facilities in Champions Hall. Free seating is also available for racegoers at the front of the stand throughout the final furlong. We are also delighted to partner with Into Kildare with the staging of Taste of Kildare which is a great addition to the weekend showcasing the fantastic variety of food produced in County Kildare.

I would also like to welcome the many owners and breeders that are here today we hope your experience is a good one and we thank you for your support.

Brian Kavanagh Chief Executive

Robbie Moore Stable Yard Manager

Joanna Hyland Race Day Administation Assistant

Ciara Doyle Racing and Training Grounds Executive

Evan Arkwright Racing and Sponsorship Manager

Paul Keane Sales Manager

Richie Brophy Grounds Manager

Jean Monahan General Administration Manager

Pat Kelly Training Grounds Manager

Brian Kavanagh Chief Executive

Tara Buick

UNDER THE RULES OF RACING

The Irish Horseracing for the of Racing. In fulfiling this role, they provide Stewards and professional Officials at all racemeetings to ensure that their rules are properly observed.

The following list of Stewards and Officials are officiating at today’s race meeting: Laurence McFerran Peter N. Reynolds

Ms. Kate Horgan Patrick Coveney

Mr. H. Hynes B. Sheridan D. Maher J.R. Banahan A.L. McKeever M. Bird

Mr. P. Deegan & Mr. L. Aspell L. Mason M. McElligott M.V.B. M.R.C.V.S. C. Murphy, Mr. D. Fennessy K. O’Connor B.

LISTOWEL RUNNERSANDRIDERS

LISTOWEL

1:20 JOHN LYNCH MEMORIAL MAIDEN HURDLE €13,500.55 2M

1 Ace Aussie (J J Hanlon) J Gainford 11-7

2 Art Of Silence (G Keane) R Doyle 11-7

3 Boyzohboyz (G Cromwell) K M Donoghue 11-7

4

Erin’s Storm (J J Walsh) Mr S Cavanagh (7) 11-7

5

Ferrybridge (M Hourigan) D E Mullins 11-7

6

How Decc (E Seymour) E Dwan (7) 11-7

7

Laser Focus (H De Bromhead) D J O’Keeffe 11-7

8

Mid Life Crisis (M Winters) S D Torrens 11-7

9

Prayer Moon (P J Rothwell) P J O’Hanlon (5) 11-7

10 Putemunderpressure (E Bolger) M P Walsh 11-7

11 Rock On Pedro (E Doyle) D Meyler 11-7

12

Rumi (E J O’Grady) Rachael Blackmore 11-7

13 Storm Mahler (E McNamara) C P McNamara 11-7

14 Superior Risk (C Byrnes) P Byrnes (7) 11-7

15 Thelonglad (M J McDonagh) C A Landers 11-7

16 Cloudy Fountain (W J Burke) S W Flanagan 11-0

17 Forge Road (E McCarthy) G B Noonan (7) 11-0

18 Zahina (J P Broderick) C Brassil (5) 11-0

19 Deep Pockets (E McCarthy) RESERVE 11-7

20 Solitary Man (E Bolger) RESERVE 11-7

21 Aide De Camp (D Hogan) RESERVE 11-7

LISTOWEL 1:55 ALLMAN CONTRACTS NOVICE HURDLE €18,499.74 2M 4F

1 Ambitious Fellow (Peter Fahey) S Ewing 11-10

2 Lieutenant Highway (G Elliott) K E Buckley (5) 11-10

3 Benny The Duke (R P Cody) D Meyler 11-5

4 Champ Kiely (W P Mullins) P Townend 11-5

5

Senecia (V Halley) I J Power 11-5

6 Starzov (P J Rothwell) Jack Foley (3) 11-5

7

Typical Thomas (James Andrew Fahey) A P Kelly (7) 11-5

8

As Na Scamaill (Leonard Flynn) T J Kelly (7) 11-0

9 Smallcraftwarning (Miss E McCutcheon) J J Slevin 11-0

10 Suain Na Draoicht (C Byrnes) P Byrnes (7) 11-0

11

Nos Na Gaoithe (W P Mullins) D E Mullins 10-12

12

Man Of The House (J J Hanlon) J Gainford 10-11

13 Ella Rose (E McCarthy) R Deegan 10-7

LISTOWEL 2:30 M.J. CARROLL ARRO HANDICAP HURDLE €21,999.53 2M 4F

1 Unexpected Depth (O McKiernan) K E Buckley (5) 11-12

2

Nibblers Charm (R Hackett) S D Torrens 11-6

3

Damalisque (E & P Harty) M P Walsh 11-2

4

Jimmy Jimmy (G Elliott) D N Russell 11-2

5

Bread And Butter (Ms Helen P Markham) A P Kelly (7) 11-0

6

Young Dev (D Hogan) D Meyler 10-11

7

Auckland (A Mullins) D E Mullins 10-9

8

Blanketontheground (E McCarthy) G B Noonan (7) 10-7

9

Downtown Queen (H De Bromhead) C P McNamara 10-5

Skippin Court (Peter Fahey) K Sexton 10-5

Watch The Weather (R P Cody) Rachael Blackmore 10-5

Alvaro (E McNamara) S W Flanagan 10-3

Ballybaun Star (T Gibney) C Halpin (7) 10-3

LISTOWEL

14

Dorans Boy (E McCarthy) R Deegan 10-2

Ballyadam Destiny (D Hogan) D G Hogan 10-0

Krabat (M J McDonagh) C A Landers 10-0

Listentillitellyea (T Gibney) D J O’Keeffe 10-0

Son Of Hypnos (Kevin Smith) S O’Callaghan (7) 10-0

Kathleen Walsh Memorial Handicap Hurdle (80-102) (Div 1)€11,999.96 2M 4F

Alfieri (R O’Sullivan) Mr J W Reilly (7) 12-0

Toms Courage (J M Burke) Naill Moore (7) 12-0

Gaius (N C Kelly) S Ewing 11-12

Simpatico (Colm Murphy) R J Condon (5) 11-10

5

Jakie Mac (D Murphy) S W Flanagan 11-9

6

Feyan (E McCarthy) G B Noonan (7) 11-7

7

Merry Moves (Mrs G O’Connor) R P Geoghegan (7) 11-7

8 Glenabo Bridge (O McKiernan) J I Duggan (7) 11-6

Indie Belle (Robert Widger) D N Russell 11-6

Smash The Lamp (Liam G O’brien) S D Torrens 11-6 Silver Planeur (E McNamara) C McGivern (7) 11-5

12 Harry Do Brasil (Eamon Courtney) Gearoid Brouder (5) 11-4

13 The Chapel Field (W J Austin) K Sexton 11-4

14 Shantou Sisu (W J Lanigan) D E Mullins 11-2

15 Tomjackwilliam (E McCarthy) R Deegan 11-1

16 Penny Jar (P Downey) C P McNamara 11-0

17 Ishan (S Curling) J C Canavan (7) 10-12

18 Sekifi (M J Smith) D J O’Keeffe 10-12

19 Miss Laura (J J Walsh) RESERVE 10-13

20 Corbin (S M Duffy) RESERVE 10-13

21 Der Mc (Michael O’Connor) RESERVE 10-13

LISTOWEL 3:43

KATHLEEN WALSH MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE (80-102) (DIV 2) €11,999.96 2M 4F

1 Hurricane Darwin (C Farrell) Mr S Cavanagh (7) 12-0

2 Winding River (O McKiernan) R J Condon (5) 12-0

3 Applejack Poet (M J Smith) K M Donoghue 11-12

4 Florey Spud (P F O’Donnell) Rachael Blackmore 11-12

5 Alice O’Byrne (D M Christie) J Gainford 11-9

6 Pretorius (J Queally) I J Power 11-9

7 Tango Theatre (J McConnell) B Hayes 11-8

8 Lily Of Dromard (Michael O’Connor) D E Mullins 11-7

9 Marelly (E McCarthy) G B Noonan (7) 11-7

10 Bal Kauto (T O’Connor) Mr T O’Connor (7) 11-4

11 Naturally Blond (Patrick Cronin) Jack Foley (3) 11-4

12 Well Joey (P Stafford) P J O’Hanlon (5) 11-4

13 Whiskey Lady (G Scott) C M Quirke (7) 11-3

14 Kilashee (J P Ryan) Mr J P Kirwan (7) 11-2

15 We’llgowats (Liam G O’brien) C P McNamara 11-2

16 Borntobeyours (T Gibney) D J O’Keeffe 11-1

17 Mr Macphisto (E Griffin) R Doyle 11-1

18 Citizen’s Army (E O’Sullivan) Mr Alan O’Sullivan (7) 11-0

19 Caoimhes Pet (E McCarthy) RESERVE 10-13

20 Hello Dolley (S Slevin) RESERVE 10-13

21 Paddy Rocket (E McCarthy) RESERVE 10-12

LISTOWEL 4:18

CHARLIE CHUTE MEMORIAL HANDICAP CHASE €22,500.52 2M 1F

1 Falco Blitz (E McNamara) C P McNamara 11-12

2 The Dara Man (J P Ryan) B J Cooper 11-5

3 Bythesametoken (R O’Sullivan) Jack Foley (3) 10-13

4 Kitty Galore (J P Ryan) S O’Keeffe 10-10

5 Mattie’s Mountain (E McCarthy) M J M O’Sullivan (7) 10-9

6 Sil Ver Klass (A J Martin) P J Carberry 10-8

7 Jack Holiday (J F Gleeson) D J O’Keeffe 10-0

LISTOWEL 4:53 JOHN & TERRY MORIARTY MEMORIAL (Q.R.) HANDICAP CHASE €12,499.76 3M

1 Brideswell Lad (S Neville) Mr R James (7) 12-5

2 Centurion Steel (H De Bromhead) Mr F Maguire 12-5

3 Kavanaghs Corner (H De Bromhead) Mr R A Berry (7) 12-4

4

It Could Be You (T Mullins) Mr C Mullins (7) 12-3

5 Super Citizen (E O’Sullivan) Mr Alan O’Sullivan (7) 12-1

6 Outside The Door (P Roche) Mr J Codd 11-12

7 Owl Creek Bridge (E McNamara) Mr R W Barron (7) 11-11

8 Mica Malpic (E Bolger) Mr D O’Connor 11-10

9

Ardaghs Choice (E Sheehy) Mr T Power Roche (7) 11-8

10 Hoke Colburn (B McMahon) Mr E Mahon (7) 11-8

11 Goodnightngodbless (J Motherway) Miss A B O’Connor (5) 11-6

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Avec Espoir (V T O’Brien) Mr T M O’Brien (3) 11-4

Touch Of Oscar (M Hourigan) Mr E P O’Brien (5) 11-2

Father Jed (J P Ryan) Mr H C Swan (7) 11-1

King Ferdinand (E O’Sullivan) Miss M O’Sullivan (5) 10-11

16 Highland Sting (J P Ryan) Mr B Barry (7) 10-9

17 Cluan Dara (J P Ryan) Mr A P Ryan (7) 10-7

18

LISTOWEL 5:28

1

Crobally Boy (J J Hanlon) Mr T Hamilton 10-7

Brendan Daly Memorial Slan Abhaile (Pro/Am) Flat Race €12,499.76 2m

Realistic Optimism (R O’Sullivan) Mr Mr T P Harney (7) 12-0 Thecompanysergeant (D Hogan) Mr J L Gleeson (7) 12-0

Galmar (J J Walsh) Mr W T Cronin (7) 11-7

Leading The Way (G Scott) C M Quirke (7) 11-7

5 Our Uncle Jack (M P Fitzgerald) Jockey Unknown 11-7

Smig Suas (V T O’Brien) Mr T M O’Brien (3) 11-7

7 Watergrangedreamer (E McCarthy) Mr D A McCarthy (7) 11-7 Chautuaqua (D Hogan) Mr H C Swan (7) 11-5

9

Dark Image (E McCarthy) M J M O’Sullivan (7) 11-5 Jewelinthesky (E McCarthy) T B Lyons (7) 11-0

11 One For Lucy (E McCarthy) G B Noonan (7) 11-0

HOW TO READ RACECARD 13 5 4 6 7

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

ANDOTHERRACINGINFORMATIONABOUTTODAY’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(2017-2022) WITHRUNNERS

AIDAN O’BRIEN (132 wins from 763 runners, 17%) runs PADDINGTON and HISPANIC (1.05), CONTINUOUS and ADELAIDE RIVER (1.35), HIAWATHA (3.20).

J P O’BRIEN (74 wins from 619 runners, 12%) runs LAKOTA SEVEN and ROARING GALLAGHER (1.35), PURE CIRCLE (2.45), THE FRANCHISE and ZOINNOCENT (3.20), ADELAISE (5.05).

MRS J HARRINGTON (54 wins from 482 runners, 11%) runs ARDAD’S GREAT (1.05), PIVOTAL TRIGGER (1.35), DAIRERIN (5.05).

TRAINERSINFORM-MOSTWINSINTHELAST14DAYS:

R VARIAN (13 wins from 48 runners, 27%) runs NEW ENDEAVOUR (3.20).

J P O’BRIEN (11 wins from 52 runners, 21%) runners listed above

A BALDING (10 wins from 55 runners, 18%) runs FREQUENT FLYER (3.20).

TOPCOURSEJOCKEYS-LEADINGJOCKEYSATCURRAGH(2017-2022)WITHRIDES

COLIN KEANE (69 wins from 511 rides, 14%) rides NEW IMAGE (1.05), CRYPTO FORCE (1.35), FANORE (2.10), MUCKY MULCONRY (2.45), HELLSING (3.20), STRONG JOHNSON (3.55), CARLTON BANKS (5.05).

SHANE FOLEY (50 wins from 451 rides, 11%) rides ARDAD’S GREAT (1.05), PIVOTAL TRIGGER (1.35), GALERON (3.20), DAIRERIN (5.05).

WAYNE LORDAN (30 wins from 344 rides, 9%) rides HISPANIC (1.05), ADELAIDE RIVER (1.35), REDBUD (2.10), HIAWATHA (3.20), IVA BATT (3.55), DUNUM (5.05).

JOCKEYSINFORM-MOSTWINSINTHELAST14DAYS:

DYLAN MCMONAGLE (5 wins from 25 rides, 20%) rides POETIKEL PIECE (2.10), ZOINNOCENT (3.20), PRETTY BOY FLOYD (3.55).

HOLLIE DOYLE (4 wins from 50 rides, 8%) rides HE’S A MONSTER (3.20). SHANE FOLEY (4 wins from 44 rides, 9%) rides listed above

FANCYTHAT

AIDAN O’BRIEN won the 1.35 race in 2012, 2013 and 2014 and 2015 and 2016 and 2017 and 2018 and 2019 and 2020 and 2021 The stable is represented by Adelaide River and Continuous in the race today.

STABLEMOVES

2.10 DAISY JONES has moved from Kevin Prendergast to T Kodama; 2.10 POETIKEL PIECE has moved from Adrian Nicholls to Kieran Patrick Cotter; 4.30 RIBTIDE has moved from Adrian Nicholls to Kieran Patrick Cotter; 5.05 ADELAISE has moved from M Meade to J P O’Brie

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 22th September 1m6f 1m2f 1m1f 1m4f 1m2f 1m1f 1m(new) 2m 6f63y5f 1m21/2f Position of 2m, 1m6f and 1m4f starts dependent on which course is in Derby (inner horseshoe) or Plate (outer)

HORSERACINGIRELAND OWNERSHIPROADSHOW

Are you ready to take your interest in horse racing to the next level? If you want to find out more visit the HRI Ownership stand, Level 1 of the Grandstand. Meet experts in the racing industry, hear from syndicates and club agents and meet our team who will be on hand to offer independent ownership advice.

Contact: E: owners@hri.ie T: +353 (0)45 455 455

W: www.racehorseownership.ie

ALPHA RACING

Alpha Racing is an exciting investment opportunity available at Jessica Harrington Racing. The Syndicate will purchase up to 8 yearlings to race and trade during the 2023 & 2024 season with the prime objective of supplying an enjoyable and engaging owner experience with a commercial focus.

Contact: Richie Galway T: +353 (0)87 6835983

E: richie@jessicaharringtonracing.com

DARREN BUNYAN RACING 22-23

Darren Bunyan Racing will see 6 quality yearlings race in 2023. Our previous purchases in this category achieved outstanding success winning 23 races including 10 black type wins and over €3m in prizemoney and sales.

Contact: Darren Bunyan T: +353 (0) 87 9810818

E: darrenbunyanracing@gmail.com

HARTY RACING

We are keen supporters of syndicates in racing. Currently we are at the yearling sales looking to buy sharp 2yo types for next flat season. We have a proven record with 2yos. This season all our 2yo runners have been in the placings including 2 winners and a stakes performer. We have a number of syndicate opportunities available.

Contact: Patrick Harty T: +353 (0) 87 9810818

E: patrick@harty.racing

KILDARE RACING SYNDICATES

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Contact: Liam Clarke T: +353 (0) 87 9810818

E: liamclarkebloodstock202@gmail.com

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THE WILLIAM HILL FREE OR 4 IRISH EBF MAIDEN OF W16,500

Stalls Centre Of Course Value to winner: r9735; Second: r3300; Third: r1650; Fourth: r825; Fifth: r495; Sixth: r330 (For Race Conditions see page 58)

No Horse Age st lb (lbs) Draw

1 BROAD DAYLIGHT (7)

2 9 7 (133) (5)

Br Ch c Dawn Approach Pianota (USA) (TStrap) 94 F B J S Bolger

Kevin Manning J

O Mrs J S Bolger J S Bolger T

Showed some promise when fourth of 13 over a mile at Gowran Park a week ago but much more is required to be successful in this contest. Star Rating 3 Broad Daylight 125/1 L.T. McAteer 9.2 (TS) 3 3/4L 2 3/4L 1/2L 4th to Mister Mister (GER) 9.5 GOW 17 SEP 13rn mdn 1m Yld/Sft 50/1 K.J Manning 9.5 17L last of 9 to Cairo 9.5 here 27 AUG mdn 1m Gd

2 DESERT HAVEN (GB) (17)

2 9 7 (133) (4)

Br B c Oasis Dream (GB) Fantacise (GB) 8555 F B Bearstone Stud Chris Hayes J

O Mrs Patricia Hunt Noel Meade T

Arrives here on the back of three fifth-placed finishes in recent months and he needs to find some improvement to have more than just an each-way chance this afternoon. Star Rating 3 Desert Haven (GB) Handicap Rating 79 10/1 HR79 C.D Hayes 9.5 2 1/4L 5th of 11 to Imadpour 9.5 CK 7 SEP mdn 7f Hvy 15/2 D. McMonagle 9.7 3 3/4L 5th of 13 to Wave Machine (FR) 9.2

5 PADDINGTON (GB) (22)

2 9 7 (133) (1)

Br B c Siyouni (FR) Modern Eagle (GER) 5 F

B Dayton Investments Ltd Michael Hussey J

O Tabor,Smith,Magnier,Westerberg,Brant

A P O’Brien T

Well held on his debut over 7f at Ascot a few weeks ago but it would be no surprise to see him take a big step forward with the benefit of that experience. Star Rating 4 Paddington (GB) R. L. Moore 9.7 8L 5th of 8 to City of Kings (GB) 9.7 ASCOT 2 SEP mdn 7f Gd

6 SON OF SAMPERS (35) 2 9 7 (133) (7)

Br B c Starspangledbanner (AUS) Sampers 9 F B N Hartery Ronan Whelan J

O N Hartery M Halford T

Far from disgraced despite finishing ninth on his racecourse bow over 7f here five weeks ago and he should not be underestimated in a competitive event today. Star Rating 3 Son Of Sampers 16/1 R.P Whelan 9.7 5 3/4L 9th of 12 to Continuous (JPN) 9.7 here 20 AUG mdn 7f Gd

7 TORIVEGA (-) 2 9 7 (133) (9)

Br B c Lope de Vega Viztoria F

B Mr John Lavery Robbie Colgan J John Lavery Ms Sheila Lavery T

Out of a high-class mare who won the Group 2 Park Stakes 7f market would have to be noted. Star Rating

8 ARDAD’S (GB) (66) 9 2 (128) (3)

Br B f Ardad Belle Dormant 4326 F Mr Anthony Byrne Shane Foley J Mrs Theresa Marnane Mrs John Harrington T

Narrowly beaten in a Listed event over 5f at Tipperary a couple of starts ago and a reproduction of

Br B f Sioux Nation (USA) Collegiate B Scarlett Knipe Gavin Ryan John Nolan C

Put in an effort that was full of promise on her debut at Naas recently and she is another who merits a place on the shortlist this afternoon. Star Rating 4 Small Oasis (GB) 20/1 W.J. Lee 9.2 2L 2 3/4L 3rd to Spirit Gal (FR) 9.2 NAAS 15 SEP 12rn mdn 5f 205yds Gd/Yld

TStrap worn by No 1. Probable Starting Prices 3/1 Ardad’s Great (GB), 10/3 New Image (GB), 7/2 Hispanic, 4/1 Paddington (GB), 5/1 Small Oasis (GB), 14/1 Desert Haven (GB), 16/1 Broad Daylight, 33/1 Son Of Sampers, Torivega, 100/1 Chica Linda, Lisieux 2021 1st Dun Na Sead 2nd Neo Soul 3rd Eternal Gold (1 min. 0.8 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT

HISPANIC caught the eye when finishing third on his debut over 6f at Naas recently and the son of No Nay Never could be hard to stop with the benefit of that experience. That said, Ardad’s Great is an obvious threat to the selection based on her narrow defeat in a Listed event two starts ago. New Image bumped into a useful rival on his debut here in June and he should not be underestimated, while Small Oasis and Paddington complete the shortlist.

WIN: HISPANIC

DANGER: Ardad’s Great

THESMURFITFAMILY ANDTHECURRAGH

The Smurfit Family have enjoyed a successful association with The Curragh for many years, and in particular one of racing’s finest ever stayers.

Known for his fine association with Dermot Weld, Dr Michael Smurfit enjoyed many successes on the racetrack, both on the flat and in the National Hunt sphere. At the Curragh in particular, the Gladness Stakes of 1988 marked the start of an era, with Mick Kinane guiding Careafolie to victory in the seven furlong Group 3 for Dermot Weld.

Two of Dr Smurfit’s horses clashed in the 1991 Macdonagh Boland Stakes, a Listed race over seven furlongs, with the Jim Bolger-trained Ballyloop under Christy Roche getting the better of Pre-Eminent in the same colours for Dermot Weld and Mick Kinane.

A few years later, Vintage Crop emerged. A victory in Newmarket’s Cesare witchunder rider Walter Swinburn marked him as a stayer to follow, and he improved to win the 1993 Curragh Cup under Mick Kinane.

A short break followed, before he made a promising return over a mile and a quarter and took a step forward to land the Jefferson Smurfit Memorial Irish St Leger in 1993, beating Richard Hannon’s Assessor and Foresee back in second and third.

A historic and ground breaking victory in the Melbourne Cup followed, before he returned to the Curragh for victory in a conditions race to prepare the talented stayer for a repeat victory in the feature St Leger. The victory did indeed follow under Mick Kinane, winning by a widening margin of three lengths to see off John Oxx’s Rayseka and Johnny Murtagh.

The Smurfit silks were also carried to victory by talented mare Cheviot Amble, trained by Patrick Flynn.

The tough mare was a multiple Listed winner, landing the Mooresbridge Stakes in heavy conditions in 1994 under John Egan.

Humbel too was a smart horse for Dermot Weld, winning the 1995 Blandford Stakes (then a Group 2 over 11f and open to colts), and although Media Puzzle only won once at the Curragh, he too was a smart stayer in the hands of Dermot Weld, winning the 2002 Melbourne Cup under Damien Oliver.

The family’s association with The Curagh has successfully continued through Tony Smurfit who currently has horses in training with Curragh based Johnny Murtagh.

THEALANSMURFIT

MEMORIALBERESFORDSTAKES

This race has always been a good marker for success. Since Sadler’s Wells took the 1983 renewal, we’ve seen thoroughbred giants win this on their way to big success. El Prado was victorious for Vincent O’Brien and Lester Piggott in 1981, before the Aidan O’Brien domination began with Johan Cruyff in 1996.

In recent times, we’ve seen stars of the track come out in force for this race. Azamour took the 2003 renewal for John Oxx and Johnny Murtagh, with the superb Sea The Stars and St Nicholas Abbey winning back to back renewals in 2008 and 2009 respectively. In what was truly a golden age of racing, Casamento added to the already illustrious roll of honour and cemented his place in history. The domination of Aidan O’Brien since then is yet to be stopped. His representatives have took the each and every renewal of this race since 2010 and he bids to make it an astonishing 12 wins in a row here today.

Recent successes for Ballydoyle have come in the Derrick Smith colours, with the talented grey, and future English St Leger winner, Capri landing the race in 2016.

Subsequent English 2,000 Guineas winner Saxon Warrior took the race in fine style a year later, before the talented Japan capped three consecutive wins in the race last year for Ryan Moore, before Donnacha O’Brien ended his streak in 2019 when in the saddle of Innisfree.

2020 saw the Aidan O’Brien domination continue, as he recorded his tenth success in a row in this contest with High Definition. Seamie Heffernan gave him a peach of a ride on the day and Last year saw the same partnership land the spoils with the odds-on favourite Luxembourg.

A highly talented juvenile, this colt was supremely impressive. He was ridden with plenty of confidence and the turn of foot proved to be devastating for his rivals as he flew past the post with nearly five lengths in hand.

The subsequent Vertem Futurity Trophy Stakes winner went 3-3 as a juvenile and looked almighty impressive again, putting a good field to the sword in the Irish Champions Stakes two weeks ago.

THE ALAN SMURFIT MEMORIAL BERESFORD STAKES OF W120,000 (GROUP 2)

Starting from stalls. Value to winner: r70800; Second: r24000; Third: r12000; Fourth: r6000; Fifth: r3600; Sixth: r2400 (For Race Conditions see page 58)

RACESPONSOR

TRIFECTA RACE

No Horse

Age st lb (lbs) Draw

1 ADELAIDE RIVER (16) 2 9 5 (131) (3)

Br B c Australia (GB) Could It Be Love (USA) 12 F B Coolmore Wayne Lordan J

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

A P O’Brien T

Dam won at 7f Arrives in fine fettle following a close second in a Group 3 in France earlier this month and it is likely there is even more to come from him. Winning Range AW Star Rating 4 Adelaide River 1 win r8,850.00 D Handicap Rating 106 Ryan Moore 9.2 nk 2nd to Kubrick 9.2 PARISLONGCHAMP 8 SEP 6rn Group 3 1m Sft 11/4 W.M. Lordan 9.7 won 2 3/4L hd from Golden Temple 9.4 and Gimmie Shelter (USA) 9.7 DUN 15 AUG 9rn mdn 1m Std 1min 39.8sec

2 CONTINUOUS (JPN) (35)

2 9 5 (131) (6)

Br B c Heart’s Cry (JPN) Fluff 1 F Orpendale, Chelston & Wynatt Emmet McNamara J

O D Smith,Mrs J Magnier,M Tabor,Westerberg A P O’Brien T

He made an eye-catching start to his racing career when running on to score here over 7f last month and he could have a say in proceedings up in trip Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 4 Continuous (JPN) 1 win r9,735.00 C 100/30Fav R.L. The here 20 AUG 12rn mdn 7f Gd 1min 9 5 won at 1m 1f. He his maiden at this on debut, but his

5 PIVOTAL TRIGGER (GB) (16)

2 9 5 (131) (7)

Br Ch c Pivotal (GB) Allegretto 5313 F

B Cheveley Park Stud Limited Shane Foley J

O Zhang Yuesheng Mrs John Harrington T

A winner at 7f His most recent third at Longchamp was a creditable effort and he should not be discounted based on that. Winning Range Sft. Star Rating 3 Pivotal Trigger (GB) 1 win r11,800.00 Handicap Rating 104 S. Foley 9.2 nk 3/4L 3rd to Kubrick 9.2 PARISLONGCHAMP 8 SEP 6rn Group 3 1m Sft 2/1 S. Foley 9.5 won 1 1/2L 1 1/4L from Tiverton (GB) 9.5 and Serious Challenge 9.5 GAL 25 JUL 7rn mdn 7f Yld/Sft 1min 31.9sec 85/40 S. Foley 9.5 3/4L nk 3rd to La Dolce Vita 9.0 TIPP 29 JUN 6rn 7f 100yds Yld/Sft

6 ROARING GALLAGHER (FR) (31)

2 9 5 (131) (1)

Br Gr c Roaring Lion (USA) New Desire 1 F B E A R L Haras de l’Etre, Ecurie du Graal, Langlais Bloodstock & Mme C Vitse Shane Crosse J

O Annus Mirabilis Syndicate Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

He caught the eye when beating the well-fancied Betterdaysrcoming at Bellewstown over 1m last month and he is one to consider stepping up in grade Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 4 Roaring Gallagher (FR) 1 win r11,800.00 15/8 D.P. McDonogh 9.7 won hd 4 1/4L from Betterdaysrcoming 9.5 and She’s Local 8.12 BELW 24 AUG 8rn mdn 7f 187yds Gd 1min 41.2sec

7 YOUNG IRELAND (4)

2 9 5 (131) (4)

Br B c New Approach Ard Fheis (TStrap) 33654 F B J S Bolger Kevin Manning J

O Mrs J S Bolger J S Bolger T

Placed twice in five starts. His latest run saw him finish a far from

disgraced fourth over 7f and this return to further could prompt some improvement. One to look out for Star Rating 3 Young Ireland Handicap Rating 80 5/1 K.J. Manning 9.7 (CP) (TS) 1/2L 1 1/4L 3/4L 4th to Tiverton (GB) 9.7 LIST 20 SEP 12rn mdn 7f 15yds Gd/Yld 11/2 K.J Manning 9.7 (CP) 2 3/4L 5th of 12 to Rothko 9.7 PUN 13 SEP mdn 1m Gd/Yld 25/1 K.J Manning 9.5 (CP) 13L 6th of 7 to Aesop’s Fables 9.5 here 20 AUG Group 2 7f Gd

TStrap worn by No. 7. Probable Starting Prices 2/1 Adelaide River, 9/4 Continuous (JPN), 7/2 Pivotal Trigger (GB), 8/1 Crypto Force (GB), 10/1 Lakota Seven, Roaring Gallagher (FR), 33/1 Young Ireland 2021 1st Luxembourg 2nd Manu Et Corde 3rd Tuwaiq (1 min. 40.8 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT

A case can be made for several in this field, but LAKOTA SEVEN returns to the trip he shed his maiden tag over and he could bounce back to winning form. He was short of room on his most recent outing and only managed to run on for fourth due to that, but further improvement may be just around the corner. Adelaide River seems a big threat, along with Roaring Gallagher, who recorded a good win on his debut.

LAKOTA SEVEN

DANGER: Adelaide River

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Stalls Centre Of Course Value to winner: r7670; Second: r2600; Third: r1300; Fourth: r650; Fifth: r390; Sixth: r260 (For Race Conditions see page 58)

No Horse Age st lb (lbs) Draw

1 LALECHKO (GB) (85) 4 9 10 (136) (19)

Br Ch g Mayson (GB) Cool Crescendo (GB) 8 F

B R F and S D Knipe Declan McDonogh J

O Mrs Sheila O’Ryan Padraig Roche T

Didn’t disgrace himself when eighth of 15 at Bellewstown on his racecourse debut. Likely to have learnt a lot for that effort and, if he’s more alert at the start, he may do better Star Rating 2 Lalechko (GB) 28/1 B.M. Coen 9.13 7 1/2L 8th of 15 to Are We Dreaming 9.3 BELW 1 JUL mdn 5f 3yds Yld

2 MICKEY THE STEEL (GB) (70) 4 9 10 (136) (6)

Br B g Hot Streak Blue Maiden (GB) (TStrap) 042420 F B Overbury Stallions Ltd Joe Doyle J

O Ms Lisa Sheridan & John Lynch Joseph Anthony Murray (R) T

Placed in 11 of 22 starts. Enters calculations on the form of his penultimate start before having a go in handicap company last time where he was second of 13 over 6f at Fairyhouse. Star Rating 3 Mickey The Steel (GB) Handicap Rating 76 22/1 HR80 W. Joyce 8.0 (TS) 4 1/2L 12th of 17 to Mr Wagyu 9.10 here 16 JUL Ext hcp 6f 63yds Gd 2/1 HR80 W. Joyce 9.7 (TS) 1 3/4L 2nd to Hypernova 9.1 FAIR 10 JUL 13rn mdn 6f Gd 13/8Fav HR80 W. Joyce 9.9 (TS) 1 3/4L 1 1/4L 1 1/4L 4th to Amirat Alward 9.4 LIST 4 JUN 10rn hcp (50-85)6f 60yds Gd SURVIVING 4 9 10?+2 (136) (7)

Br Gr g The Carbon Unit (USA) Born Innocent (Blinkers) 00-4900 F

B Thistle Bloodstock Ltd Adrian O’Shea (5) J

5 COOLREE (35)

3 9 8 (134) (2)

Br B g Mondialiste Quaich (GB) 64 F B Coolawn Stud Mark Enright J

O F Ryan Miss Jennifer Anne Lynch (R) T

Unplaced in both starts. Was beaten by five lengths on his latest start over C&D, where he ran on nicely to finish fourth of 18. That form entitles him to respect and he has got decent place claims. Star Rating 3 Coolree

28/1 M.A. Enright 9.8 2L 1 3/4L 1 1/4L 4th to Secret Magician 9.8 here 20 AUG 18rn mdn 6f Gd 100/1 M.A. Enright 9.8 7 1/2L 6th of 16 to Aratori 9.3 here 1 JUN mdn 6f 63yds Gd

6 DONBASS (-) 3 9 8 (134) (4)

Br Br g Alhebayeb Weeza F B Keith Fagan Luke McAteer (3) J

O Make Pigs Fly Syndicate Paul W Flynn T

Half-brother to Willkommen, won twice at 1m 3f and 1m 4f. Appears likely that he’ll know more for this racecourse debut. Pedigree suggests that he’ll prefer longer trips in time and thus he’s best watched. Star Rating 1

7 FANORE (74)

3 9 8 (134) (15)

Br B c Churchill Love And Bubbles (USA) (Hood) 70-30 F

B Love & Bubbles Partnership Colin Keane J

O John P L Ryan Mrs Denise Foster T

Placed once in four starts, and that came on his penultimate outing when he was third of 16 over 6f at Cork. Didn’t enjoy the extra yardage at Dundalk last time Can do better Star Rating 3 Fanore Handicap Rating 72 14/1 HR78 M.A. Enright 10.3 14L 10th of 12 to J J Jumbo 9.12 DUN 12 JUL hcp 7f Std 25/1 R.P. Cleary 9.9 (H) 1 3/4L 3/4L 3rd to Furnace Creek 9.5 CK 6 MAY 16rn mdn 6f Gd 20/1 M.A. Enright 9.7 32L 11th of 13 to Sussex (USA) 9.7 GOW 19 OCT 21 mdn 1m 50yds Sft/Hvy

8 KARAKOUL (60)

3 9 8 (134) (17)

Br B g Fast Company Karalara (CPiece) 72-542 F B His Highness The Aga Khan’s Studs S C Ben Coen J O H H Aga Khan J P Murtagh T

Placed twice in five starts. Was a very good second of 13 last time over 7f at Galway and this drop in trip to 6f is likely to be a positive Should be bang in the mix. Star Rating 5 Karakoul Handicap Rating 75 2/1Fav HR81 S.B. Kelly 9.8 2L 2nd to Coreman 9.8 GAL 26 JUL 13rn mdn 7f Gd/Yld 13/8Fav HR85 B.M. Coen 9.8 1/2L 1/2L 1 1/2L 4th to Baroque Artist 9.8 LIM 23 APR 15rn mdn 7f Gd 100/30 B.M. Coen 9.8 8 1/2L 5th of 20 to Malex (GB) 9.8 here 26 MAR mdn 7f Yld

9 NAVARRA PACE (-) 3 9 8 (134) (10)

Br B g Footstepsinthesand (GB) Ceoil An Aith F

B J J Keaney

Br Br g Vocalised (USA) Duaisbhanna F B J S Bolger Kevin Manning J O Mrs J S Bolger J S Bolger T

Dam won twice at 6f and 1m. Represents the Jim Bolger stable and has Kevin Manning on board. Likely to be best watched on debut, but any market support for him would be interesting. Star Rating 1

12 BRIGHT MOMENT (11)

4 9 5 (131) (14)

Br B f Pride of Dubai (AUS) Night Glimmer 08 F B R Roberts Shane Kelly J

O Reginald Roberts John James Feane T

Unplaced in both starts. Has been running over longer trips, like last time when she was eighth of eight over 1m 1f at Punchestown. This drop down to 6f could unlock some improvement, and she could take a slight step forward. Star Rating 2 Bright Moment

150/1 K.J Manning 9.3 9 3/4L last of 8 to Goodie Two Shoes 9.4 PUN 13 SEP 1m 1f Gd/Yld 50/1 R.P Cleary 9.8 18L 13th of 16 to Redstone Well 9.8 CK 7 SEP mdn 1m Sft/Hvy

13 DAISY JONES (302)

4 9 5 (131) (16)

Br B f Kodi Bear Bint Malyana 56- F B Bint Malyana Partnership Cian MacRedmond (5) J

O Nicola Kent Takashi Kodama T

Unplaced in both starts, but hasn’t been disgraced in either of his two outings to date Both of those starts came on the all-weather at Dundalk and this drop to 6f isn’t guaranteed to be a plus. Star Rating 2

Daisy Jones

14/1 C.D. Hayes 9.2 7 3/4L 6th of 13fn, 14rn to Je T’ai Porte 9.2 DUN 26 NOV 21 mdn 1m Std 9/1 C.D Hayes 9.2 8L 5th of 14 to Lolly Yeats 8.13 DUN 10 NOV 21 mdn 1m Std

14 FASCINATING SECRET (124)

4 9 5 (131) (11)

Br B f Fascinating Rock Electras Secret 0-00 F

B Sweet Caroline Partnership Mikey Sheehy J

O James & Tara Jones Partnership Aidan Anthony Howard T

Having a try at 6f after racing over longer trips on her three starts to date Hasn’t had it all plain sailing during her races so far, so better may be expected. Star Rating 2 Fascinating Secret

200/1 S.D Torrens 9.13 (H) 32L 11th of 14 to Spasiba (FR) 9.8 ROS 23 MAY mdn 1m 2f 13yds Sft 200/1 S.D. Torrens 9.13 (H) 20L 14th of 16 to Miss Mirabell 9.3 GOW 11 MAY mdn 1m Gd 80/1 L.F Roche 9.2 (H) 18L 12th of 13 to My Holy Fox 9.2 here 8 AUG 21 mdn 7f Yld

15 MAGICAL

Dam won at 7f Has James Powell claiming 7lb for her racecourse debut which is a positive, but Aidan Anthony Howard’s five-year-old perhaps best watched on her first Likely to improve for the run. Star Rating 1

Half-sister to Loingseoir, won four times between 1m and 1m 4f Pedigree suggests that she’ll appreciate longer trips in time and thus this is likely to be a experience for her Star Rating 1

17 LIFE IN COLOUR (GB) (174)

Br B f Showcasing (GB) Mamma Morton (Visor)

3 9 3 (129) (8)

733-3 F

B Robert Cornelius Rory Cleary J

O Mrs Wendy O’Leary W McCreery T

Placed in three of four starts, most recently when third of 14 over 7f at Cork. She was beaten just three and three-quarter lengths on that occasion and a repeat of that effort would see her in the mix. Star Rating 4 Life In Colour (GB) Handicap Rating 70

9/2 R.P Cleary 9.3 1 1/2L 2 1/4L 3rd to Princess Olly 9.3 CK 3 APR 14rn mdn 7f Gd 6/1 R.P Cleary 9.2 3 1/2L 1 1/2L 3rd to Dissociate 9.2 here 26 OCT 21 24rn mdn 7f Sft 6/1 R.P Cleary 9.2 nk 2L 3rd to Tosen Wish 9.7 NAV 20 OCT 21 13rn mdn 5f 164yds Yld

18 LOKADA (FR) (24)

3 9 3 (129) (5)

Br Gr f Exceed And Excel (AUS) Dispel (GB) 8 F

B M Hughes Rousseau Leigh Roche J

O Michael O’Callaghan M D O’Callaghan T

Dam won at 1m. Her inexperience was evident on her racecourse debut when she was eighth of 12 over 7f at Gowran Park. She’s likely to be a lot more switched on today, and this drop to 6f is likely to help Star Rating 3 Lokada (FR)

11/1 L.F Roche 9.3 8 3/4L 8th of 12 to Touching Clouds (USA) 9.3 GOW 31 AUG mdn 7f Gd/Frm

19 POETIKEL PIECE (GB) (46)

3 9 3 (129) (1)

Br B f Mayson (GB) Nardin (GB) 00-7707 F B Petches Farm Ltd Dylan Browne McMonagle J

O Annette Kelly Kieran P Cotter T

Yet to place in seven starts. Having her first run for Kieran Cotter after being with Adrian Nicholls in England. She’s having her first start in Ireland and some improvement could be forthcoming. Star Rating 2 Poetikel Piece (GB)

Connor Murtagh 8.12 10L 7th of 8 to Martin’s Brig 9.5 CARLISLE 9 AUG hcp (46-60)6f 195yds Gd /Frm Barry McHugh 9.8 6L last of 11 to Lincoln Pride 9.3 DONCASTER 12 JUN hcp (46-55)7f 6yds Gd /Frm Tony Hamilton 8.10 4L 7th of 8 to Woodlands Charm 9.2 RIPON 26 MAY hcp (51-70)6f Gd

20 REDBUD (372)

3 9 3 (129) (22)

Br B f Ribchester Ghostflower 025- F B Mogeely Stud Ltd Wayne Lordan J O Mrs J Barrett J A Stack T

Placed once in three starts. Needs to rediscover the form of her penultimate start where she was second of seven over 6f at Dundalk. If she can bounce back to form, she would have a say in this. Star Rating 4 Redbud Handicap Rating 71 7/4Fav C.J MacRedmond 8.8 8L 5th of 9 to Exquisite Acclaim 9.6 DUN 17 SEP 21 mdn 6f Std 6/1 A.J. Slattery 9.2 nk 2nd to Anatoli (GB) 9.7 DUN 2 SEP 21 7rn mdn 6f Std 8/1 C.D Hayes 9.0 9 1/2L 10th of 14 to Mise Le Meas 9.0 GOW 24 JUL 21 mdn 7f Gd

21 RULES OF ATRACTION (63) 3 9 3 (129) (3)

Br B f Ruler of The World Grand Voile (FR) (C,T) 30-400 F

B Mr & Mrs James Dunne Jake Coen (5) J O J P Dunne P J F Murphy T

Placed once in five

Br B f Lope de Vega Elle Woods

6-4 F

B Kilcarn Stud Andrew Slattery J

O Cayton Park Stud & Craig Bernick & Mrs Paul Shanahan J A Stack T

Unplaced in both starts. Showed glimpses that she may be capable of competing in a race of this nature last time, when she was beaten just three and a half lengths when fourth of 15 over 6f at Naas. Star Rating 3 Witch Of The Wood 100/30 A.J Slattery 9.3 1L 1L 1 1/2L 4th to Radiyka 9.3 NAAS 27 MAR 15rn mdn 5f 205yds Gd/Yld 9/1 A.J Slattery 9.2 2 3/4L 6th of 17 to Belle Fourche 9.2 here 26 OCT 21 mdn 6f Yld/Sft

Blinkers worn by No 3. C,T worn by No 21. CPiece worn by No 8. Hood worn by No 7. TStrap worn by No 2. Visor worn by No. 17.

Probable Starting Prices - 4/1 Karakoul, 9/2 Life In Colour (GB), 5/1 Mickey The Steel (GB), 6/1 Redbud, 8/1 Witch Of The Wood, 10/1 Bobby Dassler, 12/1 Fanore, 14/1 Coolree, Squeezebox, Vocal Studies, 16/1 Lokada (FR), 20/1 Lalechko (GB), 25/1 Navarra Pace, Daisy Jones, Fairy Love, Rules Of Atraction, 50/1 Magical Vision, 66/1 Donbass, West Bay Duchess, 100/1 Bright Moment, Fascinating Secret, Poetikel Piece (GB), 200/1 Surviving Murmansk

2021 1st Jeroboam (USA) 2nd Carlton Banks 3rd Punakha (1 min. 13.9 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT

As is par for the course with these big-field maiden contests, they can be a fiendishly difficult puzzle to solve, with plenty of connections arriving here confident of success. KARAKOUL is the one that makes most appeal after a good second on his latest outing over 7f at Galway. Dropped back to 6f today, Johnny Murtagh’s charge is likely to be bang in the mix after weakening close home last time. Life In Colour is another who will prefer this drop in trip and she warrants respect, while Redbud may also take a step forward. 16th July 15th Sept 11th Aug 2013 11th June July Sept May 15th Sept 19th Aug 13th Oct 27th June 4th Sept 10th Oct 27th June 1992 15th Aug 28th June 21st May 1988 28th June 1992 14th Sept 2003

THE BARBERSTOWN CASTLE NURSERY HANDICAP OF (47-70)

Stalls Centre Of Course Handicaps calculated 20th September Value to winner: r6785; Second: r2300; Third: r1150; Fourth: r575; Fifth: r345; Sixth: r230 (For Race Conditions see page 58)

RACESPONSOR

No

1 BIGGERTHANBIGTIME (85)

Age st lb (lbs) Draw

2 9 12 (138) (2)

Br B g Camacho (GB) Breedj (Hood) 966 F

B Mylestown Farms Ltd Leigh Roche J

O Padraig Roche Padraig Roche T

Yet to place in three starts. He may fare better now handicapping, and the Padraig Roche-trained inmate is worth monitoring in the betting market now dropped in distance Star Rating 3 Biggerthanbigtime Handicap Rating 70 14/1 G.F Carroll 9.6 8 1/2L 6th of 11 to Lakota Seven 9.6 BELW 1 JUL mdn 7f 175yds Yld 14/1 K.J. Manning 9.6 7 1/2L 6th of 14 to Goa Gajah (USA) 8.13 DRYL 17 JUN mdn 7f Yld 12/1 L.F Roche 9.1 9 1/2L 9th of 18 to Papilio 9.4 here 20 MAY mdn 6f Yld

2 DISTILLATE (GB) (22)

Br Ch f Havana Grey (GB) Dolly Colman 796462 F Whitsbury Manor Stud Adam Caffrey (7) J

O Nigel O’Hare/Gary Devlin/Joseph McCrory/Kabin Racing Syndicate Adrian McGuinness T

Placed once in seven starts. Sets the form standard having finished second at Down Royal 22 days ago and she looks a leading contender, despite the drop in trip. Star Rating 5 Distillate (GB) Handicap Rating HR66 Caffrey to DRYL SEP 14rn hcp (47-70)7f Gd AUG 164yds RACE

Br Ch g Camacho (GB) A Place For Us 70470 F

B Mrs Brid Cosgrove Kevin Manning J

O Geoffrey Thorpe D J Bunyan T

Unplaced in all five starts. The son of Camacho hasn’t progressed since running a fair fourth at Naas last month and is best watched until showing more Star Rating 2 Tic Tac Toe Handicap Rating 65

50/1 HR68 K.J Manning 9.6 (BK) 15L 12th of 14 to Arinniti (FR) 8.12 DUN 16 SEP mdn 6f Std 18/1 HR71 K.J Manning 8.12 4 1/2L last of 7 to Bossy Parker 8.12 here 27 AUG Ext hcp 7f Gd 40/1 K.J Manning 8.13 1/2L 1 1/4L 1/2L 4th to Winemaker (FR) 8.13 NAAS 21 AUG 13rn mdn 5f 205yds Gd

6 MILE END (GB) (22)

2 9 4 (130) (3)

Br B f Expert Eye (GB) Roulette (GB) (Blinkers) 9805 F

B Stetchworth & Middle Park Studs Ltd Ben Coen J

O The Gredley Family Partnership J P Murtagh T

Unplaced in all four starts. There was definite promise when finishing fifth on her handicap debut earlier this month, but she will need to break better now dropped in trip Blinkers worn for the first time Star Rating 4 Mile End (GB) Handicap Rating 62

14/1 HR64 B.M. Coen 9.6 4 3/4L 5th of 14 to Pub Talk 9.8 DRYL 2 SEP hcp (47-70)7f Gd 80/1 B.M. Coen 8.13 9 1/2L 10th of 13 to Madly Truly 9.1 NAAS 21 AUG mdn 7f Gd 16/1 S.B. Kelly 9.2 15L 8th of 10 to Tahiyra 9.2 GAL 26 JUL mdn 7f Gd/Yld

7 SUMMER SNOW (9)

2 9 4 (130) (4)

Br Gr f El Kabeir (USA) Chute Hall Lady 5475 F

B Mark J Doyle Tom Madden J

O P A Kelly Ross O’Sullivan T

Yet to place in four starts. There were signs of promise nine days ago at Naas when finishing fifth and the daughter of El Kabeir could prove more competitive now back up in distance Star Rating 4 Summer Snow Handicap Rating 62 9/1 HR64 T.P. Madden 9.1 4 3/4L 5th of 14 to Wakai Umi 8.9 NAAS 15 SEP Ext hcp 5f Gd/Yld 66/1 T.P. Madden 9.2 6 3/4L 7th of 13 to Dower House 9.2 NAAS 21 AUG mdn 5f 205yds Gd 28/1 M.A. Gallagher 9.2 2 1/4L 3L 4L 4th to Mauiewowie (GB) 9.2 NAAS 2 JUL 8rn mdn 5f Yld

8 LADY SKIPPER (22) 9 0 (126) (5)

Br B f Acclamation (GB) Pediment (GB) (Hood) 979539 F

B Pediment Syndicate

Cian Horgan (7) J

O David Granville James M Barrett T

Yet to place in six starts. She will need to reverse form with Mile End if she is to trouble the judge today, but the drop in trip could prove welcome Star Rating 3 Lady Skipper Handicap Rating 58 11/1 HR61 L.T. McAteer 9.0 (H) 6 1/2L 9th of 14 to Pub Talk 9.8 DRYL 2 SEP hcp (47-70)7f Gd 5/1 HR64 L.T. McAteer 9.9 1 1/4L 3L 3rd to Blindsided 9.5 TIPP 26 AUG 7rn mdn 7f 110yds Gd 20/1 HR67 G.M. Ryan 8.13 4 1/4L 5th of 10 to Palace Gardens 9.0 here 13 AUG Ext hcp 6f Gd MUCKY MULCONRY (9) (125) (9) B F Noel Colin Keane J

O David Spratt & Sean Jones & Mrs Lynne Lyons M T

Yet to place in four starts. The Ger Lyons-trained inmate will need the drop back in distance to spark him into life and he appears up against it. Star Rating 2 Mucky Mulconry Handicap Rating 57 12/1

Unplaced in all four starts. The son of Fulbright will need this afternoon’s step up in distance to bring about some improvement. He may have to settle for a minor role once more Star Rating 2

Sam’s Xpress Handicap Rating 53

22/1 HR55 N.M. Crosse 8.4 (TS) 7L 7th of 14 to Wakai Umi 8.9 NAAS 15 SEP Ext hcp 5f Gd/Yld C.J MacRedmond 8.9 10L 7th of 10 to Sioux Spirit 8.12 NAV 25 AUG mdn 5f Gd D.P. McDonogh 9.7 11L 5th of 6 to Studio City 9.7 NAV 9 JUL mdn 5f Gd/Frm

Blinkers worn by No 6. Hood worn by No 1, No 4, No 8. TStrap worn by No 10

Probable Starting Prices 5/2 Distillate (GB), 9/2 Pure Circle, 13/2 Mile End (GB), 15/2 Summer Snow, Mucky Mulconry, 10/1 Biggerthanbigtime, Lady Skipper, 12/1 Giselles Romance, Sam’s Xpress, 14/1 Tic Tac Toe 2021 1st Magniffico (GB) 2nd Mumayaz 3rd Keel Bay (1 min. 14.8 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT

DISTILLATE needs to prove that this afternoon’s drop in distance is the right move, but the form of her latest second at Down Royal stands out in this contest with question marks surrounding the majority of her rivals. Mile End could prove the chief threat to the selection with blinkers now applied, while Summer Snow is another to consider stepping back up in trip.

WIN: DISTILLATE

DANGER: Mile End

HORSEWELFARE-APRIORITY

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 OF IRISH RACECOURSE

Out of this

THE GOFFS MILLION OF W1,234,000

Starting from stalls. Value to winner: r611000; Second: r246800; Third: r123400; Fourth: r74040; Fifth: r49360; Sixth: r37020; Seventh: r30850; Eighth: r24680; Ninth: r18510; Tenth: r12340 (For Race Conditions see page 58)

RACESPONSOR

TRIFECTA RACE

No Horse

1 BOSSY PARKER (17)

Age st lb (lbs) Draw

2 9 5 (131) (4)

Br Br g Kodiac (GB) Cute (GB) 67511 F

B Thomas Foy Ben Coen J

O Mark Dobbin J P Murtagh T

Arrives on the hunt for a hat-trick of wins after a determined effort at Cork last time This requires another step forward but he demands plenty of respect yet again. Winning Range Hvy-Gd. Star Rating 5 Bossy Parker 2 wins r25,370.00 CD Handicap Rating 93 7/2 HR84 J.A. Powell 8.8 won 1/2L 5L from Spirit Genie 9.4 and Goa Gajah (USA) 9.7 CK 7 SEP 5rn hcp 7f Hvy 1min 30.1sec 15/2 HR78 J.A. Powell 8.12 won 3/4L 1/2L from Woodcock Flight 9.6 and Palace Gardens 9.2 here 27 AUG 7rn Ext hcp 7f Gd 1min 25.5sec 25/1 B.M. Coen 9.5 6 1/4L 5th of 7 to Pivotal Trigger (GB) 9.5 GAL 25 JUL mdn 7f Yld/Sft FREQUENT FLYER 9 5

Br B c Acclamation (GB) Fashion Theory (GB) 722 F B L Mulryan Gary Halpin J

O Michael Blencowe Andrew Balding (in GB) T

Has been knocking on the door of late and found only one too strong at Ffos Las last time. Hit the line with plenty of conviction on that occasion and may take a step forward. Star Rating 3 Frequent Flyer Handicap Rating 80

David Probert 9.7 2 1/4L 2nd to Captain Wierzba (GB) 9.7 FFOS LAS 26 AUG 13rn 7f 80yds Gd David Probert 9.7 2 1/4L 2nd to Lord Bertie (FR) 9.7 FFOS LAS 2 AUG 11rn mdn 7f 80yds

2 9 5 (131) (6)

Br B c Dandy Man Souzie 121 F

B Ballygallon Stud Limited Colin Keane J

O Teme Valley G M Lyons T

Kept on well to land the spoils in Listed company last time at Tipperary This requires considerably more but he may be able to sneak minor money Winning Range GY-Gd. Star Rating 3

Hellsing 2 wins r36,875.00 C Handicap Rating 103 9/4Fav HR102 C.T. Keane 9.5 won 1/2L 1 3/4L from Papilio 9.0 and Lakota Seven 9.5 TIPP 5 AUG 6rn Listed 7f 100yds Gd/Frm 1min 35.1sec 11/2 C.T. Keane 9.5 1 1/4L 2nd to Proud And Regal 9.5 LEP 21 JUL 5rn Group 3 7f Gd 11/2 C.T. Keane 9.5 won 1/2L nk from Congo River (USA) 9.5 and McCauley’s Tavern 8.11 here 21 MAY 10rn mdn 6f Gd/Yld 1min 15sec

6 HE’S A MONSTER (9) 2 9 5 (131) (15)

Br Br c No Nay Never (USA) Al Joza (GB) 1 F B Frank Antonacci & David Reid Hollie Doyle J O Lone Star Investments Archie Watson (in GB) T

Half-brother to Festive Fare, won three times at 1m and 1m 1f Got off the mark in decisive fashion at the first time of asking at Chelmsford earlier this month. This requires considerably more, though. Winning Range AW Star Rating 2 He’s A Monster 1 flat win €4,434.50 D Hollie Doyle 9.4 won 2 1/4L 1L from States of Thunder (GB) 8.11 and Ghassan 9.4 CHELMSFORD CITY 15 SEP 9rn 7f Std 1min 26.9sec

7 HIAWATHA (35)

2 9 5 (131) (19)

Br B c Camelot (GB) Attire 221 F

B B V Sangster Wayne Lordan J

O Mrs J Magnier,M Tabor,D Smith,Westerberg A P O’Brien T

Brother to Group 1-winning Luxembourg who shed the maiden tag at the third time of asking. This expensive juvenile can continue his ascendancy stepping back in trip and rates a big player Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 4 Hiawatha 1 win r10,030.00 C 5/4Fav R.L. Moore 9.7 won 3 1/2L nk from Fleetfoot 9.7 and Sea Legend (FR) 9.7 here 20 AUG 9rn mdn 1m Gd 1min 38.6sec 8/15Fav J.A. Heffernan 9.7 3/4L 2nd to Serious Challenge 9.7 GAL 30 JUL 7rn mdn 1m 73yds Sft 3/1 J.A. Heffernan 9.7 hd 2nd to Alder 9.7 KILL 11 JUL 7rn mdn 1m 20yds Gd

8 KILLYBEGS WARRIOR (49) 9 5 (131) (16)

Br B c Saxon Warrior (JPN) Alltherightmoves 131 F Glashare House Stud Ronan Whelan J M Doyle Charlie & Mark Johnston (in GB) T

Brushed aside his opponents with consummate ease last time at Newmarket. The son of Saxon Warrior has a tough task today, though, and may have to settle for a minor role Winning Range Gd-GF Star Rating 2 Killybegs Warrior 2 flat wins €15,428.60 D Handicap Rating 95

James Doyle 9.9 won 4L 1 3/4L from Tarlo 9.0 and Kodi Dancer 8.2 NEWMARKET 6 AUG 3rn hcp (0-90)7f Gd /Frm 1min 28.3sec Connor Beasley 9.8 nk ns 3rd to There’s The Door 8.13 HAYDOCK PARK 16 JUL 6rn 6f 212yds Gd /Frm Mickael Barzalona 9.7 won 1 1/2L 5 1/2L from Self Praise 9.7 and Hurricane Kiko 9.3 NEWMARKET 17 JUN 5rn mdn 7f Gd 1min 26.4sec 6321 F J Mitchell J Roger Varian (in GB) T

Recorded a first career victory at Kempton last time, showing a determined attitude to land the spoils. good Group 3 company

2 9 5 (131) (12)

Br B c Kodiac (GB) Hanalei Memories (USA) 410152 F

B M Al Naemi Oisin Orr J

O KHK Racing Richard Fahey (in GB) T

Recorded a career-best effort at Ayr on his latest outing, hitting the line with plenty of conviction to finish second. These deeper waters will require more but he could sneak minor money Winning Range Sft-GF Star Rating 2 Ramazan 2 flat wins €17,269 Handicap Rating 89

Oisin Orr 9.9 nk 2nd to Prairie Falcon (GB) 9.0 AYR 16 SEP 10rn hcp 6f Gd Oisin Orr 8.12 2L 5th of 18 to Streets of Gold 9.6 YORK 17 AUG hcp 6f Gd Oisin Orr 9.6 won 2 1/2L s/hd from Signora Camacho 8.13 and Queen of Deauville 9.11 HAYDOCK PARK 2 JUL 9rn hcp (0-80)6f Sft 1min 14.8sec

12 THE FRANCHISE (35)

2 9 5 (131) (1)

Br B c Siyouni (FR) Legende Bleue (GB) 3 F

B Framont Ltd Declan McDonogh J

O EuroLindy Syndicate Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

Half-brother to Legende D’art, won twice at 7f Was by no means disgraced when third on racecourse debut over course and distance This is a big step up and he’d be a surprise winner Star Rating 2 The Franchise 5/1 D.P. McDonogh 9.7 1 1/2L 1 1/4L 3rd to Continuous (JPN) 9.7 here 20 AUG 12rn mdn 7f Gd

13 WAHAAJ (35)

2 9 5 (131) (14)

Br B c Gregorian La Belle Maison 112 F B Newlands House Stud Louis Steward J

O Mohamed Saeed Al Shahi Patrick Owens (in GB) T

The son of Gregorian was no match for the winner in Group 3 company last time at Sandown. That effort left a lasting impression, though, and he could improve today Winning Range GF Star Rating 3 Wahaaj 2 flat wins €8,871.40 Louis Steward 9.3 3 1/4L 2nd to Silver Knott (GB) 9.3 SANDOWN PARK 20 AUG 6rn Group 3 7f Gd Louis Steward 9.11 won 3 1/2L 1 1/2L from Zebra Star 8.11 and Caernarfon (GB) 8.10 YARMOUTH 26 JUL 5rn 7f 3yds Gd /Frm 1min 23.8sec Louis Steward 9.7 won 3 1/2L 1L from The Toff 9.7 and Tuddenham Mill 9.2 NOTTINGHAM 23 JUN 10rn mdn 6f 18yds Gd /Frm 1min 15.2sec

14 CREATIVELY (28)

2 9 0 (126) (10)

Br B f Zoffany Genuine Quality (USA) 62 F

B Gigginstown House Stud Gary Carroll J O Andrew Rosen and Barry K Schwartz Ralph Beckett (in GB) T

Full sister to Zoffarelli, won at 7f and 1m. Placed once in two starts, finding only one too strong at Beverley last month. She retains potential and may claim place money. Star Rating 3 Creatively

Hector Crouch 9.2 1/2L 2nd to Cell Sa Beela (GB) 9.2 BEVERLEY 27 AUG 8rn 7f 96yds Gd Rob Hornby 9.2 7L 6th of 8 to Heavenly Breath (GB) 9.2 KEMPTON PARK 10 AUG 7f AWT EXPRESSOVA 9 0 (126) (18)

Br B f Exceed And Excel (AUS) Sharapova (Visor) F Matthew Duffy Robbie Colgan J John Lavery Sheila Lavery T

Half-sister to Evies Wish, won at 6f Failed to beat a rival when last of eight over course and distance last month. This looks a tough task and others make more appeal. Star Rating 1 Expressova

33/1 R.C. Colgan 9.0

Br B f Kodiac (GB) Fikrah (GB) F

B Ms Alice Fitzgerald Chris Hayes J

O Amo Racing Limited Richard Hannon (in GB) T

Full sister to Loaded, won twice at 7f and 1m. Failed to build on her win at Windsor when sixth at Doncaster earlier this month and may find a few too strong. Winning Range GF. Star Rating 2

Magical Sunset 1 flat win €6,396.40 Handicap Rating 87

Sean Levey 8.13 6L 6th of 15 to Cold Case (GB) 9.4 DONCASTER 8 SEP 6f 111yds Gd /Sft Rossa Ryan 9.2 won 1/2L 4 3/4L from Sakheer 9.7 and King’s Gem 9.7 WINDSOR 15 AUG 10rn mdn 6f 12yds Gd /Frm 1min 11.3sec

18 QUEEN OF OURS (52)

2 9 0 (126) (9)

Br B f Kodiac (GB) Delphica 321 F

B P & M Bloodstock Nathan Crosse J

O Renzo Forni McCreery T

Got his head in front at the third time of asking, dismissing her rivals at SLigo last month. This is a big mountain to climb and others make more appeal. Winning Range Yld. Star Rating 2 Queen Of Ours 1 win r12,390.00 8/11Fav W.J. Lee 9.2 won 1 3/4L nk from She’s Local 8.12 and Lazer Port 8.6 SLGO 3 AUG 6rn mdn 5f 160yds Yld 1min 19.3sec 7/4Fav W.J. Lee 9.2 1 3/4L 2nd to Easy 9.2 CK 22 JUL 11rn mdn 5f Gd 12/1 W.J. Lee 9.2 2 1/4L 3L 3rd to Mauiewowie (GB) 9.2 NAAS 2 JUL 8rn mdn 5f Yld

19 ZOINNOCENT (35)

2 9 0 (126) (13)

Br B f Zoffany Innocent Air (GB) 6125 F

B Brittas House Stud Dylan Browne McMonagle J

O Eric Long Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

She has shown plenty of promise and gave a good account when fifth at this venue last month. The daughter of Zoffany is capable on her day and dangerous to dismiss. Winning Range Yld. Star Rating 3 Zoinnocent 1 win r9,440.00 D Handicap Rating 98 11/2 HR101 S.M. Crosse 9.2 6 1/4L 5th of 7 to Meditate 9.2 here 20 AUG Group 2 7f Gd 6/1 S.M. Crosse 9.2 1/2L 2nd to Never Ending Story 9.2 LEP 21 JUL 6rn Group 3 7f Gd 15/8 S.M. Crosse 9.2 won 1 3/4L 1 1/2L from La Dolce Vita 9.2 and Gaelic Nation 9.7 GOW 12 JUN 10rn mdn 7f Gd 1min 28.2sec

Blinkers worn by No. 16. CPiece worn by No. 4. Visor worn by No. 15. Probable Starting Prices 11/4 Hellsing, 9/2 Hiawatha, 15/2 Oviedo, 10/1 Zoinnocent, 12/1 Bossy Parker, He’s A Monster, Killybegs Warrior, Wahaaj, 14/1 New Endeavour, The Franchise, Magical Sunset, 16/1 Galeron, Ramazan, 20/1 Queen Of Ours, 25/1 Creatively, 33/1 Frequent Flyer, 66/1 Gifted Angel, 150/1 Expressova, Lashes No corresponding race PARKER arrives on the hunt for a third consecutive win after landing the spoils at Cork last time. Although this demands a further step forward, the son of Kodiac gets the tentative vote to land the spoils. Hiawatha cost €1,200,000 as a yearling the after his promising win at this venue last month. Galeron

THE WILLIAM HILL JOE MCGRATH HANDICAP OF W45,000 (PREMIER HANDICAP)

Stalls Centre Of Course Handicaps calculated 20th September Value to winner: r26550; Second: r9000; Third: r4500; Fourth: r2250; Fifth: r1350; Sixth: r900 (For Race Conditions see page 58)

RACESPONSOR

No Horse

1 URBAN BEAT (70)

Age st lb (lbs) Draw

7 10 0 (140) (4)

Br B g Red Jazz (USA) Closetocrazy (Visor) 38-8080 F

B Mr Shane Quigley Ben Coen J

O Fitzwilliam Racing

J P Murtagh T

Winner of six races from 5f to 6f Has been struggling to land a blow of late and, although the handicapper has given him a chance, it is probably best to look elsewhere Winning Range Hvy-GF Star Rating 2 Urban Beat 6 flat wins r164,570.00 CD Handicap Rating 95 28/1 HR101 S.T. McCullagh 9.6 (CP) 6L 13th of 17 to Mr Wagyu 9.10 here 16 JUL Ext hcp 6f 63yds Gd 25/1 HR105 B.M. Coen 10.0 (CP) 6L 8th of 18 to Ano Syra 8.1 here 26 JUN Ext hcp 5f Yld L. Dettori 9.9 (CP) 16L 22nd of 26 to Rohaan 9.12 ASCOT 18 JUN hcp (0-110)6f Gd /Frm

2 STRONG JOHNSON 6 9 12 (138) (5)

Br B g Le Cadre Noir Isabella Rose (TStrap) 703-345 F

B David Mooney Colin Keane J

O D J Mooney Denis W Cullen T

Winner of five races at 5f. Didn’t run too badly in defeat when fifth in a Listed event at Tipperary last month, but others appeal more from a win perspective. Winning Range Yld-GF. Star Rating 3 Strong Johnson 5 flat wins r77,597.00 CD Handicap Rating 93 8/1 HR98 C.T. Keane 9.7 (TS) 3L 5th of 10 to Tees Spirit (GB) 9.7 TIPP 26 AUG Listed 5f Gd 10/1 HR99 Annalise Cullen 9.6 (TS) 1/2L 3/4L s/hd 4th to Harry’s Bar (GB) RACE

Br B c Holy Roman Emperor Emirate Jewel (USA) (CPiece) F

B Mr Iman Hartono Enright J Iman Hartono J A Stack T

A winner at 6f, and that sort of trip looks his optimum now, so likely to find things happening a bit quickly for him over the minimum distance Winning Range YS Star Rating 2

Thunder Eclipse 1 flat win r14,160.00 Handicap Rating 92

28/1 HR93 J.P. Spencer 9.0 (CP) 3L 7th of 20 to Dexter Belle 8.7 here 11 SEP Ext hcp 6f Sft 13/2 HR96 D.J Gilligan 9.0 (CP) 5 3/4L 8th of 10 to Ano Syra 8.7 here 1 JUN hcp 5f Gd 11/1 HR95 D.J Gilligan 9.0 s/hd 2nd to Drombeg Banner 9.8 NAAS 7 MAY 15rn Ext hcp 5f 205yds Yld/Sft

6 GORDON BENNETT (13) 4 9 9 (135) (8)

Br B g Prince of Lir Laureldean Lady 528115 F B Aj Groundworks Ltd & P F Kelly Gary Carroll J

O Out All Night Syndicate Richard Brabazon (R) T

He has won three times at 6f Ran well here when a close fifth last time and another bold showing looks very likely from this progressive four-year-old. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 4

Gordon Bennett 3 flat wins r20,650.00 C Handicap Rating 90 5/1Fav HR89 G.F Carroll 8.12 1 1/4L 5th of 20 to Dexter Belle 8.7 here 11 SEP Ext hcp 6f Sft 7/4Fav HR80 G.F Carroll 10.0 won 3 1/2L hd from One Sweet Day 9.9 and Mogwli 8.8 here 6 AUG 12rn Ext hcp 6f Gd 1min 11.7sec 7/2Fav HR73 G.F Carroll 9.7 won 1 1/4L 1 3/4L from Shawaamekh (GB) 9.11 and Sister Rosetta 9.8 NAAS 20 JUL 13rn Ext hcp 5f 205yds Gd 1min 11.4sec

7 ONLY SPOOFING (21)

8 9 9 (135) (11)

Br B g Approve Golden Anthem (USA) 727146 F

B Limestone and Tara Studs

O Seamus Mannion & Francis Durbin

J M Sheridan (3) J

Kevin Thomas Coleman T

Has won 12 races at 5f Admirable performer over the years, but likely to find this too competitive at this stage in his career Best watched today Winning Range Gd-GF Star Rating 2 Only Spoofing 12 flat wins r144,054.30 D Handicap Rating 90 14/1 HR90 J.M. Sheridan 9.1 5L 6th of 9 to Curraheen Princess 8.9 NAV 3 SEP hcp 5f Yld/Sft D. Nolan 10.3 nk hd 3/4L 4th to Surprise Picture 9.4 HAMILTON PARK 30 JUL 9rn hcp (66-85)6f 6yds Gd Shane Gray 9.3 won 1 3/4L ns from The Thin Blue Line 8.12 and Show Me Show Me (GB) 8.13 MUSSELBURGH 29 JUL 8rn hcp (76-95)5f 1yds Gd 0min 58.5sec

8 CHOCQUINTO (13)

5 9 7 (133) (1)

Br B f Requinto Sara Hammock F

B Timothy Bourke

Andrew Slattery J

O Timothy Bourke Miss Hilary McLoughlin (R) T

She has won four times at 5f Has been flying too high of late, but this looks much more her level and she’s expected to go close back in handicap company Winning Range Yld-GF Star Rating 4 Chocquinto 4 flat wins r31,860.00 CD Handicap Rating 88 200/1 HR91 A.J Slattery 9.3 12L 18th of 19 to Highfield Princess (FR) 9.3 here 11 SEP Group 1 5f Sft 50/1 HR93 A.J. Slattery 9.2 6 3/4L 7th of 10 to Tees Spirit (GB) 9.7 TIPP 26 AUG Listed 5f Gd Lewis Edmunds 8.10 8L 9th of 10 to Royal Aclaim 8.5 YORK 9 JUL Listed 5f Gd /Frm

9 DREAM TODAY (16) 7 9 7 (133) (15)

Br B g Dream Ahead (USA) Macheera (TStrap, 6f to 7f. Looked to his very best when winning in good style at Laytown earlier this month, and could be the one to beat Winning Range Gd-GF & AW. Star Rating 5 Dream Today 6 flat 178,033.50 88 HR80 Mr P.W. won 2 1/4L 1 1/4L from Chavajod (GB) 11.13 and Mary Salome 11.13 LAY 8 SEP 10rn hcp (50-80)7f Std 1min 25.1sec 6/1 HR92 G.M. Ryan 9.6 (CP) (TS) 1/2L 2nd to Harry’s Bar (GB) 10.3 DUN 15 AUG 12rn hcp 6f Std 16/1 HR83 Adam Caffrey 9.5 (CP) (TS) 9 1/4L 7th of 13 to Big Baby Bull 9.10 NAAS 20 JUL hcp 7f Gd 3 F

Winner of six races at 5f Been incredibly consistent of late, winning again at Navan last time Another career-high mark to overcome, but hard to say where her ceiling lies. Winning Range Yld-Gd. Star Rating 4 Curraheen Princess 6 flat wins r46,905.00 CD Handicap Rating 84

11/2 HR81 James J. Doyle 8.9 won 3/4L s/hd from Tide Of Time (GB) 8.6 and King Of Bavaria 10.0 NAV 3 SEP 9rn hcp 5f Yld/Sft 1min 2.2sec

11/4Fav HR79 James J. Doyle 9.12 1 1/4L 2nd to Tide Of Time (GB) 9.4 BELW 24 AUG 10rn hcp (50-85)5f Gd

7/2 HR79 P.A. Harnett 9.11 1 1/4L 2nd to Speedacus 9.12 NAV 9 JUL 11rn Ext hcp 5f Gd/Frm

Br B f Fast Company Novantae (GB) (TStrap) 100546 F

B Manister House Stud & Gatewood Bell Leigh Roche J O Niall Frawley & John J Mullane Eamonn O’Connell T

Successful twice at 5f Not so good of late and has been blowing her chance at the start, but definite place claims if sharper out of the stalls today Winning Range Yld-Sft. Star Rating 3

Shelly Banks 2 flat wins r32,745.00 CD Handicap Rating 81 9/1 HR85 J.A. Powell 8.10 (TS) 13L last of 6 to Erosandpsyche 9.8 TIPP 5 AUG 5f Gd/Frm 22/1 HR85 J.A. Heffernan 8.13 (TS) s/hd s/hd 2L 4th to Erosandpsyche 9.9 CK 22 JUL 9rn Ext hcp 5f Gd 9/1 HR85 P.A. Harnett 8.13 (TS) 2 1/2L 5th of 6 to Moss Tucker 9.11 TIPP 29 JUN 5f Yld/Sft

12 PRETTY BOY FLOYD (125) 7 8 13 (125) (13)

Br Ch g Footstepsinthesand (GB) Hitra (USA) (Visor) 0-64400 F B Joseph Hernon Dylan Browne McMonagle J

O P G McManus Sarah Dawson T

He has won four times from 5f to 6f Looks on a stiff enough mark still, and is hard to fancy on what he’s shown in his last few runs. Winning Range Sft-YS Star Rating 2 Pretty Boy Floyd 4 flat wins r25,829.20 CD Handicap Rating 80 33/1 HR87 G.F. Carroll 9.2 (BK) 11L 16th of 18 to Additional 9.0 here 22 MAY Ext hcp 6f Gd/Yld 18/1 HR88 C.T. Keane 10.3 (BK) 9L 13th of 22 to Rough Diamond 9.7 NAAS 7 MAY Ext hcp 5f 205yds Yld/Sft 16/1 HR88 Siobhan Rutledge 9.2 (V) 1 1/4L 3L ns 4th to Shelly Banks 9.0 TIPP 21 APR 11rn hcp 5f Sft

13 IVA BATT (17)

4 8 8 (120) (10)

Br Ch f Ivawood Mrs Batt (CPiece) 091495 F B J W Nicholson Wayne Lordan J

O Not A Batt Idea Partnership Joseph G Murphy T

She has won three times from 5f to 6f Has been well behind a few of these of late, and needs to find a bit more if she’s to win this. Winning Range Sft-Yld & AW Star Rating 2 Iva Batt 3 flat wins r22,715.00 D Handicap Rating 75 11/1 HR80 G.F Carroll 9.9 (CP) 5 3/4L 5th of 16 to Pretty Rebel 10.0 CK 7 SEP hcp 6f Hvy 14/1 HR80 W.M. Lordan 8.8 (CP) 6 1/2L last of 9 to Curraheen Princess 8.9 NAV 3 SEP hcp 5f Yld/Sft 3/1 HR81 G.F Carroll 9.6 (CP) 1/2L 3 1/2L 1 1/4L 4th to Chocquinto 8.9 TIPP 31 MAY 7rn Ext hcp 5f Gd/Frm

14 SHABAABY (GB) (42)

7 8 7 (119) (14)

Br Br g Kyllachy (GB) On The Brink (GB) (Blinkers) 65-2180 F Bearstone Stud Ltd Hayes J David Spratt J F Levins T

He has won four times from 5f to 6f Needs to bounce back from a heavy defeat here last month, but would be foolish to completely discount him if returning to his best. Winning Range Yld-GS Star Rating 3 Shabaaby (GB) 4 flat wins r43,807.20 Handicap Rating 74 6/1 HR77 J.M. Sheridan 10.4 (CP) 29L last of 19 to Ducky Mallon 9.2 here 13 AUG Ext hcp 6f Gd 12/1 HR78 A.J. Slattery 8.7 (CP) 6L 8th of 9 to Erosandpsyche 9.9 CK 22 JUL Ext hcp 5f Gd 100/30 HR71 D.W. O’Connor 9.1 (CP) won 2 1/4L 1/2L from Blind Beggar 9.7 and Jarvis 9.10 BELW 30 JUN 8rn Ext hcp 5f 3yds Yld 59.2sec at 5f. of the recently, and it wouldn’t be a total surprise if she made the Range Yld-Gd Star Rating 3 Screen Siren 2 flat wins r15,340.00 winner at 5f, but that win was over two years ago Ran well when second at Navan last time, but this looks tougher, and on the balance of his others are preferred. Winning Range Hvy Star Rating 3 Range 1 flat win 11,800.00 Handicap Rating 69 HR70 (TS) 1/2L Ever Yld/Sft

B,T worn by No 4. Blinkers worn by No 14. C,T worn by No.9, No 16. CPiece worn by No 5, No 13, No 15.

TStrap worn by No. 2, No.9, No. 11. Visor worn by No. 1, No. 12.

Long Handicap Screen Siren 8-6 (118), Livingston Range 8-2 (114)

Probable Starting Prices - 4/1 Curraheen Princess, 9/2 Gordon Bennett, 11/2 Laugh A Minute (GB), 8/1 Strong Johnson, 10/1 Dream Today, 12/1 Thunder Eclipse, 14/1 Master Matt (GB), Only Spoofing, Screen Siren, 16/1 Urban Beat, Chocquinto, Iva Batt, 20/1 Shelly Banks, Pretty Boy Floyd, Shabaaby (GB), Livingston Range 2021 1st That’s Mad (GB) 2nd Strong Johnson 3rd Arnhem (1 min. 0.6 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT

Curraheen Princess has been in great form of late and it is hard to gauge where her ceiling might lie, but preference is for DREAM TODAY after he bounced back to form at Laytown last time. Adrian McGuinness’ seven-year-old was a comfortable winner that day over 7f and he shouldn’t be too inconvenienced by this shorter trip, so he looks the one to side with again. Chocquinto will find this much easier than recent assignments and she is noted too.

WIN: DREAM TODAY

DANGER: Curraheen Princess

The Joe McGrath Premier Handicap pays tribute to one of the leading figures in Irish racing who died in 1966. He was one of the most influential figures in Irish politics and business and can also take a huge amount of credit for the success of the Irish racing industry today. He enjoyed plenty of racing success most notably with Arctic Prince who won the Epsom Derby in 1951.

THE TIPPERARY CRYSTAL APPRENTICE HANDICAP OF W11,000 (47-70)

Starting from stalls. Handicaps calculated 20th September Value to winner: r6490; Second: r2200; Third: r1100; Fourth: r550; Fifth: r330; Sixth: r220 (For Race Conditions see page 58)

No Horse

Age st lb (lbs) Draw

1 MORNING APPROACH (7) 4 10 1 (141) (4)

Br B f Dawn Approach Cape of Night 055200 F

B Mrs S Grassick Jessica Maye (4) J

O Morning Approach Syndicate W McCreery T

Successful at 7f and 1m. Her recent handicapping efforts have been disappointing and it is easier to look elsewhere based on that. Winning Range GF & AW Star Rating 2 Morning Approach 2 flat wins r15,340.00 D Handicap Rating 69 20/1 HR69 N.M. Crosse 9.11 7 3/4L 13th of 17 to Dare To Flare 9.10 GOW 17 SEP hcp (50-75)1m 1f 100yds Yld/Sft 15/2 HR71 W.J. Lee 9.5 7 1/2L 12th of 16 to Comfort Line 10.1 NAV 25 AUG Ext hcp 1m Gd 4/1Fav HR70 N.M. Crosse 8.8 1 3/4L 2nd to Shanghai Dragon 9.1 LEP 11 AUG 9rn Ext hcp 1m Gd 10 0 (140)

Br B g Holy Roman Emperor Star of Spring (CPiece) F Star Of Spring Syndicate King (2) J

O Lance Bloodstock Limited & Patrick John O’Leary Gerard O’Leary T

Placed in five of 15 starts. He recorded a much improved third when stepping up to 1m 1f earlier this month, but it is likely he will need a stiffer this. Rating Knocknakilla HR68 9.6 (CP) 1 1/4L to To 9.10 GOW 17 SEP 17rn hcp (50-75)1m 1f 100yds Yld/Sft HR70 (CP) 1/4L of 10.2 GAL 26 JUL hcp (50-70)1m 123yds Gd/Yld

Br B g No Nay Never (USA) Queen of Lyons (USA) (CPiece)

5 9 13 (inc 7lbs ex)(139) (12)

895771 F

B Gigginstown House Stud Adam Caffrey (2) J O Shamrock Thoroughbreds & Dooley Thoroughbreds Adrian McGuinness T

He has won four times from 7f to 1m. He recorded a comfortable win over 7f at Listowel most recently, and a 7lb penalty for that may not be enough to stop him. Winning Range YS-GY. Star Rating 4

Star Of Cashel 4 flat wins r25,075.00 Handicap Rating 67

5/1 HR60 Adam Caffrey 9.4 (CP) won 3 1/2L 1 3/4L from Sheila 9.9 and What Adaay (GB) 8.12 LIST 20 SEP 14rn hcp (47-65)7f 15yds Gd/Yld 1min 27.7sec 8/1 HR63 Adam Caffrey 8.11 (CP) 7 3/4L 7th of 17 to Maristella 10.0 GAL 6 SEP hcp (50-75)1m 123yds Sft 6/1 HR65 C.J MacRedmond 9.2 (CP) 3L 7th of 13 to Loom Large 8.11 NAAS 21 AUG Ext hcp 1m 2f Gd

6 TRUEBA (28) 6 9 13 (139) (3)

Br Br g Alhebayeb Rosa Clara (CPiece) 648760 F B D G Iceton

Michael Beresford (7) J

O JP Murtagh Racing J P Murtagh T

Winner of five races from 6f to 1m. He is yet to be competitive this season and will have to find more to get involved here Winning Range Yld-Gd & AW Star Rating 2

Trueba 5 flat wins r35,955.00 C Handicap Rating 67

14/1 HR71 M. Beresford 9.5 8L 11th of 16 to San Aer 9.8 here 27 AUG hcp (47-75)7f Gd 12/1 HR74 Katelyn Young 9.1 5 3/4L 6th of 10 to Plunkett (GB) 9.4 LEP 9 JUN Ext hcp 7f 12yds Gd/Yld 11/1 HR74 M. Beresford 9.6 6 1/4L 7th of 12 to Bobby K 9.11 LIST 4 JUN hcp (47-75)7f 15yds Gd

7 DERRY LAD (16)

4 9 10 (136) (9)

Br B g Epaulette (AUS) Romea (GB) 391334 F

B Denise Brennan J Cleary (2) J

O Dreamers Alliance Syndicate

Kevin Thomas Coleman T

Successful at 1m 1f and 1m 2f He finished a far from disgraced fourth at Epsom earlier this month, and remains relatively unexposed and open to improvement. Winning Range Sft-GY. Star Rating 5 Derry Lad 2 flat wins r13,570.00 Handicap Rating 64

A. Coleman 10.8 1 1/4L 1 1/2L hd 4th to Bad Company (GB) 11.13 EPSOM DOWNS 8 SEP 12rn hcp (66-85)1m 4f 6yds Hvy 7/1 HR65 Julie Burke 9.8 1/2L 1/2L 3rd to Extensio 8.13 here 16 JUL 17rn Ext hcp 1m 4f Gd 100/30Fav HR65 E.J McNamara 9.12 1 1/2L 1 3/4L 3rd to Pike County 9.13 BAL 20 JUN 14rn hcp (47-70)1m 4f 169yds Gd

8 MADS BLACK EIGHTS (11) 6 9 9 (135) (18)

Br B f Zoffany Boynagh Joy 040189 F B A Morrell & C Mc Ardle Robert Whearty (2) J O A Morrell & C McArdle Matthew J Smith T

A winner at 1m 1f She has made little impact on her last two starts and others are favoured as a result of that. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 2

Mads Black Eights 1 flat win r6,195.00 Handicap Rating 63 12/1 HR64 R.C. Colgan 10.1 5 1/2L 9th of 14 to St Cianans Fire 9.3 PUN 13 SEP hcp (47-65)1m 1f Gd/Yld 15/2 HR66 D.P. McDonogh 9.12 10L 8th of 12 to Blackcastle Storm (GB) 9.8 DRYL 2 SEP hcp (50-70)1m 2f 75yds Gd 22/1 HR57 D.P. McDonogh 9.3 won 1 3/4L ns from Philly’s Hope 8.7 and Reverberation (GB) 9.0 LEP 4 AUG 18rn hcp (47-70)1m 1f Gd 1min 57.2sec

9 5 9 9 (135) (25)

Br B g Paco Boy Punchy Lady (GB) 5-08605 F

B Mr & Mrs Paul & Clare Rooney James Ryan (2) J

O Laura Hourigan

Br B g Invincible Spirit Albisola 545360 F B B Flay Thoroughbreds Inc Paddy Harnett J

O Frank J Lynch & Maria Lynch Richard John O’Brien T

Placed once in 11 starts. He was the second-last horse past the post at Leopardstown on his most recent run last month, and it is unlikely he will have enough to figure here Star Rating 1 Satono Chevalier Handicap Rating 61

15/2 HR64 B.M. Coen 9.11 (CP) (TS) 18L 15th of 16 to Focus Required 9.10 LEP 4 AUG hcp (47-70)1m 1f Gd 8/1 HR65 B.M. Coen 10.2 5 1/2L 6th of 14fn, 15rn to Gracesolution 8.13 KILL 13 JUL hcp (47-65)1m 3f 35yds Gd 13/2 HR66 B.M. Coen 9.1 1 1/2L 1 3/4L 3rd to Imposing Supreme 9.11 BAL 20 JUN 10rn hcp 1m 1f 125yds Gd

12 GLAMOURISTA (65) 3 9 6 (132) (1)

Br Ch f Dawn Approach My Fere Lady (USA) 0730 F B J S Bolger Killian Brophy (7) J O Mrs J S Bolger J S Bolger T

Placed once in four starts. She was well beaten on her most recent run over this trip in July, and she’ll need to find a lot more if she is to have a say in proceedings. Star Rating 2 Glamourista Handicap Rating 64 18/1 HR69 K.J Manning 9.9 8 1/4L 10th of 12 to Helpmeout 10.0 LEP 21 JUL Ext hcp 1m Gd 10/1 K.J Manning 9.3 1 1/4L 3/4L 3rd to Girl Crush 9.3 ROS 28 JUN 11rn mdn 7f 60yds Sft/Hvy 14/1 K.J Manning 9.3 11L 7th of 11 to Manbehindthemoney (GB) 9.8 LEP 13 MAY mdn 1m Gd

13 MEN OF DREAMS (11)

4 9 6 (132) (17)

Br Ch g Dawn Approach Qamarain (USA) 095350 F

B David Halley Jack Kearney (2) J

O Men Of Dreams Partnership J F Levins T

Placed twice in 16 starts. He was a beaten favourite when short of room over 1m 1f earlier this month, and improvement should not be ruled out. Star Rating 3 Men Of Dreams Handicap Rating 60 9/2Fav HR61 C.J. MacRedmond 9.7 (V) 7L 12th of 14 to St Cianans Fire 9.3 PUN 13 SEP hcp (47-65)1m 1f Gd/Yld 9/2Fav HR63 Cillian McConnell 9.11 6 3/4L 5th of 16 to Mr Rango 9.10 NAV 3 SEP hcp (47-65)1m 2f Yld/Sft 11/1 HR63 D.W. O’Connor 9.9 (V) 1 3/4L nk 3rd to Geological 9.13 KILL 18 AUG 15rn hcp (47-70)1m 30yds Yld

14 CASINO QUEEN (56)

3 9 5 (131) (8)

Br B f Gleneagles Indigo Butterfly (FR) 000 F

B Mr Denis B McCarthy Dean Curran (2) J

O Stanley G Watson Eddie & Patrick Harty T

Unplaced in all three starts. She makes a switch to handicapping and leaves plenty of room for improvement fractionally down in trip Interesting prospect this afternoon and the market may guide further Star Rating 3

Casino Queen Handicap Rating 63 50/1 D.P. McDonogh 9.3 21L 14th of 17 to Saraqael 9.8 GAL 30 JUL mdn 1m 73yds Sft 66/1 C.D. Hayes 9.3 6L 10th of 15 to Benitoite 9.3 here 16 JUL mdn 1m Gd 50/1 D.P. McDonogh 9.3 11th of 20 to Self Belief here 26 JUN mdn 1m Yld/Sft GALACTIC GREY 9 5 (131) (10)

Br Gr g Dark Angel Devious Diva (TStrap) F Tom & Geraldine Molan Horgan (2) J Donoghue-Gallagher Partnership P Donoghue T

Placed once in ten starts. He weakened on his latest outing over 7f and it is unlikely he will make his presence felt stepping up in trip. Now sports a 18 APR hcp Sft/Hvy won ten from 6f to

Br B f Bungle Inthejungle (GB) Lovesome (GB) (Hood)

B Peter Lawlor

3 9 4 (130) (19)

0-075 F

Cian Horgan (2) J

O Peter Lawlor Peter Lawlor (R) T

Unplaced in all four starts. Connections seek further improvement courtesy of a first-time hood, but a market check is advised based on what she has shown to date Star Rating 2 Lovesome Dove Handicap Rating 62

18/1 HR64 R.P Cleary 8.7 7 1/4L 5th of 9 to Himalayan Beauty 9.8 LIM 7 JUL hcp (50-80)1m Gd 200/1 R.P Cleary 9.3 7 1/2L 7th of 15 to Karkiyna 9.3 FAIR 27 MAY mdn 7f Gd 150/1 R.P Cleary 9.3 9 3/4L 11th of 15 to Galleria Borghese 9.3 NAAS 15 MAY mdn 1m Gd

18 RIBTIDE (GB) (46)

3 9 2 (128) (7)

Br B g Ribchester Tarando (GB) 620096 F

B Bearstone Stud Limited

O Annette Kelly

Oisin Enright (4) J

Kieran P Cotter T

Placed once in six starts. He faces stiffer competition in this and is probably best watched on his stable debut. Look elsewhere for the winner this afternoon. Star Rating 1 Ribtide (GB) Handicap Rating 60

Connor Murtagh 8.10 5L 6th of 8 to Monsieur Kodi 9.8 CARLISLE 9 AUG hcp (56-75)5f 182yds Gd /Frm Barry McHugh 9.9 (H) 4L 9th of 12 to Glory Hallelujah 9.7 THIRSK 31 MAY hcp (46-65)6f Gd Barry McHugh 9.6 (H) 5L 12th of 19 to Gnat Alley 9.8 THIRSK 7 MAY hcp (51-70)6f Gd

19 DAZZLING SPIRIT (23)

4 9 1 (127) (21)

Br B f Fulbright (GB) Spiritville 905451 F

B Patrick Keane Jamie Powell J

O Thomas Mullins Thomas Mullins T

She recorded her best run to date when scoring over 1m 2f earlier this month, her first win from 15 runs. Claims based on that. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 4 Dazzling Spirit 1 flat win r5,900.00 Handicap Rating 55 7/2Fav HR46 J.A. Powell 8.5 won 2 1/4L 1 1/4L from Cursory Exam (GB) 10.0 and Han Solo (GB) 8.4 CLON 1 SEP 14rn hcp (47-65)1m 1f 136yds Gd 2min 4.7sec 12/1 HR47 S. Foley 8.12 1 3/4L 5th of 13 to Gracesolution 8.10 SLGO 21 JUN hcp (47-65)1m 2f 38yds Gd 18/1 HR46 D. McMonagle 8.12 1 1/4L 2 1/4L nk 4th to Complete Fiction 8.12 LEP 9 JUN 22rn hcp (47-65)1m 1f Gd/Yld

20 MAGIC CHARM (100) 6 9 1 (127) (20)

Br B g Holy Roman Emperor Where We Left Off (GB) 80-4180 F B Moyglare Stud Farm Ltd Wayne Hassett (7) J O Milena C Mocchetti Natalia Lupini T

A winner at 1m. Has struggled since winning at Naas in April and, though he was dropped 3lb for his latest effort, he may need further assistance from the handicapper Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 2

Magic Charm 1 flat win r6,195.00 D Handicap Rating 55 6/1 HR57 W.M. Lordan 9.9 11L 11th of 18 to Smaoineamh Sile (GB) 8.13 LEP 16 JUN hcp (47-65)1m 1f 70yds Gd/Frm 4/1 HR58 W.M. Lordan 9.4 9L 8th of 18 to Rosie Rock 8.13 LEP 13 MAY hcp (50-70)1m Gd 11/4Fav HR48 W.M. Lordan 8.13 won 2 1/4L 1 1/2L from Purple Gown 8.9 and Morning Approach 10.1 NAAS 25 APR 15rn hcp (47-65)1m Gd 1min 43sec

21 MISS CUNNING (11)

5 9 1 (127) (13)

Br B f Sir Prancealot Low Cunning (Visor) 020785

23 FRENCH RESCUE (11)

Br B g Galileo Gold (GB) Josefa (GB) (TStrap)

3 9 0 (126) (14)

09660 F

B Springwell Stud Tom Kiely Marshall (2) J

O B Geoghegan John Geoghegan T

Unplaced in all five starts. Not yet fully exposed but he needs to step up significantly on what he’s shown so far, and others hold more pressing claims. Star Rating 2 French Rescue Handicap Rating 58

50/1 HR59 G.P Halpin 9.5 (TS) 9 1/2L last of 14 to Our Dickie 8.7 PUN 13 SEP hcp (47-65)1m 1f Gd/Yld 66/1 HR65 Jessica Maye 9.5 5 3/4L 6th of 16 to Urban Oasis 8.4 GOW 4 MAY hcp (47-65)1m Yld 125/1 S.B. Kelly 9.8 (TS) 15L 6th of 9 to Fiach McHugh 9.8 DUN 8 APR mdn 7f Std

24 SUPREME LAW (74)

3 8 13 (125) (11)

Br B g Lawman (FR) Serendib’s Glory (CPiece) 07-0900 F

B Donal Commins & Lawman Syndicate Neve Bennett (2) J

O John Wholey Sabrina J Harty T

Unplaced in all six starts. Now 10lb lower than his opening handicap mark, but he’s been below-par in recent stats and first-time cheekpieces will need to spark improvement. Star Rating 3 Supreme Law Handicap Rating 57

25/1 HR59 S. Foley 9.9 37L last of 12 to Molly’s Gamble 9.10 KILL 12 JUL hcp (47-65)1m 30yds Gd 14/1 HR61 S. Foley 9.0 14L last of 10 to Silken Ladder 9.13 GOW 12 JUN hcp (47-75)7f Gd 40/1 HR61 J.A. Powell 8.0 4 3/4L 9th of 16 to Focus Required 8.7 LEP 2 JUN hcp (50-80)1m Gd

25 PESSOA (GB) (55)

3 8 10 (122) (22)

Br B g Ardad Firebelly (GB) 806938 F

B Dukes Stud & Overbury Stallions Ltd Sean D Bowen (2) J

O Hewins Hoare Partnership John Joseph Murphy T

Placed once in seven starts. He’d hold claims on his second at Killarney in July, but consistency has been a problem and minor honours might be his greatest hope Star Rating 3 Pessoa (GB) Handicap Rating 54

11/1 HR56 W.M. Lordan 8.7 26L 8th of 12 to Joe Masseria 9.13 GAL 31 JUL hcp (50-80)1m 73yds Sft 5/1 HR52 M.P Sheehy 8.13 1/2L 1L 3rd to Molly’s Gamble 9.10 KILL 12 JUL 12rn hcp (47-65)1m 30yds Gd 6/1 HR54 R.C. Colgan 9.3 21L 9th of 12 to Arch Enemy 9.7 BAL 20 JUN hcp (47-65)1m 1f 125yds Gd

RESERVES

26 DREAMS DELIVERED (16) 4 9 0 (126) (16)

Br B g Morpheus (GB) Quick Sketch (Blinkers) 4-00008 F

B Thomas Smullen J

O Do Well Syndicate D J Bunyan T

Successful at 6f and 1m. He was well held in a claimer at Laytown earlier this month and he’ll need plenty more back in a handicap First reserve Winning Range Gd & AW Star Rating 2 Dreams Delivered 2 flat wins r12,390.00 D Handicap Rating 54 16/1 HR55 C.D Hayes 10.3 15L 8th of 10 to Bringsty (GB) 9.12 LAY 8 SEP 7f Std 16/1 HR60 J.A. Powell 9.5 (BK) 48L last of 15fn, 16rn

Blinkers worn by No 10, No 26. CPiece worn by No 2, No 5, No 6, No 24. Hood worn by No 17

TStrap worn by No. 4, No. 15, No. 23, No. 28. Visor worn by No. 21.

Probable Starting Prices - 5/1 Star Of Cashel, 11/2 Derry Lad, 6/1 Dazzling Spirit, 8/1 Knocknakilla, 10/1 No Patience, 12/1 Men Of Dreams, 14/1 Morning Approach, Satono Chevalier, Magic Charm, Susies Sapphire, 16/1 Trueba, Casino Queen, Pessoa (GB), 20/1 Glamourista, Munfallet, Lovesome Dove, Miss Cunning, 25/1 Mads Black Eights, Notforalongtime (GB), Satin Snake (GB), 33/1 Numoor (GB), Ribtide (GB), 50/1 Galactic Grey, 66/1 French Rescue, Supreme Law 2021 1st Miss Florentine 2nd Stellar Spirit 3rd Supreme Machine (1 min. 42.1 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT

Dazzling Spirit recorded a comfortable win on her most recent outing at Clonmel earlier this month, but she is now rated 8lb higher for that win and loses Jamie Powell’s 7lb claim. Therefore, it is easier to side with DERRY LAD, who was a beaten favourite at Epsom recently and can bounce back down in trip. Susies Sapphire and Star Of Cashel are others to consider.

WIN: DERRY LAD

DANGER: Dazzling Spirit

THE WILLIAM HILL PICK YOUR WINNERS HANDICAP OF W16,500

Starting from stalls. Handicaps calculated 20th September Value to winner: r9735; Second: r3300; Third: r1650; Fourth: r825; Fifth: r495; Sixth: r330 (For Race Conditions see page 58)

No Horse Age st lb (lbs) Draw

1 YERMANTHERE (13) 4 10 0 (140) (9)

Br Ch g Fast Company Fast Jazz 026938 F Kilnamoragh Stud Luke McAteer (3) J

O R J McSharry

Patrick T Foley T

A winner over 7f last year and his last couple of efforts suggest that he has an each-way chance in a race of this nature Winning Range YS Star Rating 3 Yermanthere 1 flat win r7,080.00 D Handicap Rating 87 22/1 HR88 G.M. Ryan 8.11 3 1/4L 8th of 20 to Dexter Belle 8.7 here 11 SEP Ext hcp 6f Sft 100/30 HR90 G.M. Ryan 9.6 1 3/4L 2 1/2L 3rd to Ice Cold In Alex 8.5 here 27 AUG 7rn Ext hcp 6f Gd 9/2Fav HR90 G.M. Ryan 9.8 7 1/2L 9th of 13 to Spanish Tenor 9.5 GOW 6 JUN hcp 7f Yld F J Harib Alfalahi J T

A winner at Dundalk a couple of starts ago and he was not beaten far at all when last seen in France. Merits consideration. Winning Range AW. Star Rating 3 J J Jumbo 1 flat win r6,785.00 D Handicap Rating 89 Olivier Peslier 9.0 (BK) 3/4L 2nd to Bolchoi (FR) 9.0 DEAUVILLE 28 AUG 8rn 6f 110yds AWT 11/1 HR80 R. Whearty 9.12 (CP) won nk 1/2L from Torn (GB) 10.4 and Pilbara Gold 8.8 DUN 12 JUL 12rn hcp 7f Std 1min 25.9sec 20/1 HR82 B.M. Coen

6 9 10 (inc 7lbs ex)(136) (5)

Br Gr f Zebedee (GB) Christa Maria (GB) 421331 F

B Noel O’Callaghan Jake Coen (5) J

O Andrew Kinirons Andrew Kinirons T

Has been in very good form in recent months and that includes her victory over 7f at Listowel earlier this week. She has to be of interest despite a 7lb penalty Winning Range Sft-Gd. Star Rating 5

Mary Salome 5 flat wins r47,755.00 Handicap Rating 83

17/2 HR76 W.J. Lee 9.12 won 1/2L 3/4L from Ransom (GB) 9.8 and Drombeg Duke 9.9 LIST 20 SEP 15rn hcp (50-80)7f 15yds Gd/Yld 1min 26.9sec

16/1 HR78 Mr J.C. Barry 11.13 2 1/4L 1 1/4L 3rd to Dream Today 12.4 LAY 8 SEP 10rn hcp (50-80)7f Std 8/1 HR75 W.J. Lee 10.2 1/2L nk 3rd to Excuzio Joe 10.1 GAL 30 JUL 15rn hcp (50-75)7f Sft

6 ADELAISE (83)

3 9 9 (135) (22)

Br B f Lawman (FR) Adelasia 7-1052 F

B John O’Connor Shane Crosse J

O Flexford Two & Kieran Leavy Partnership Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

An unexposed filly who showed plenty of ability in the UK and could go very well on her debut for new connections this afternoon.

Winning Range AW Star Rating 4

Adelaise 1 flat win r4,500.00 D Handicap Rating 85

David Probert 9.9 hd 2nd to Lila Girl 9.2 CHELMSFORD CITY 3 JUL 6rn hcp (66-85)7f Std Daniel Muscutt 9.9 2L 5th of 7 to Washraa 9.5 NOTTINGHAM 6 MAY hcp (66-85)1m 75yds Gd David Probert 9.0 7L 11th of 12 to Wild Beauty (GB) 9.0 NEWBURY 16 APR Group 3 7f Gd

7 COSMIC VEGA (58)

4 9 8 (134) (18)

Br B g Lope de Vega Pivotal Era (GB) 75-0924 F

B Mrs Noreen Clibborn Ronan Whelan J

O Long Inch Limited M Halford T

Has not been beaten far at all on his last couple of starts off slightly higher marks and he could well make the frame once again.

Winning Range Hvy Star Rating 4

Cosmic Vega 1 flat win r9,735.00 Handicap Rating 81 16/1 HR83 R.P. Whelan 9.8 1L nk 1/2L 4th to Soaring Monarch 9.10 GAL 28 JUL 17rn Ext hcp 1m 98yds Gd/Yld 25/1 HR82 R.P Whelan 9.9 1L 2nd to Timourid 9.4 ROS 9 MAY 15rn Ext hcp 7f 70yds Sft/Hvy 33/1 HR84 M.P Sheehy 8.11 6 1/4L 9th of 17 to Punk Poet 8.12 CK 16 APR Ext hcp 7f Yld/Sft

8 DAIRERIN (GB) (13)

3 9 8 (134) (15)

Br B g Spill The Beans (AUS) Sakhya (CPiece) 131540 F

B Saxtead Livestock Ltd Shane Foley J

O Sniper Alley Syndicate Mrs John Harrington T

Did not appear to relish the drop back to 6f last time but he has a decent record over this trip and has to be of some interest. Winning Range Sft-Gd. Star Rating 4 Dairerin (GB) 4 flat wins r26,817.80 D Handicap Rating 84 22/1 HR85 S. Foley 8.8 (V) 4 1/4L 12th of 20 to Dexter Belle 8.7 here 11 SEP Ext hcp 6f Sft Dylan Browne McMonagle 9.11 (CP) hd nk 1 3/4L 4th to Croupier 9.12 WINDSOR 1 SEP 10rn hcp (0-90)1m 31yds Gd 3/1 HR89 S. Foley 10.1 2 1/2L 5th of 11 to Sir Antonino 9.7 GAL 27 JUL Ext hcp 1m 123yds Gd/Yld

9 DUNUM (60)

4 9 8 (134) (17)

Br B g Ivawood Shamora (FR) 24-1111 F

B Maurice Burns & Michael McCartan Lordan J Maurice Burns & Michael McCartan Natalia Lupini T

Arrives here having won his last four starts and a 6lb rise for the most recent of those victories may not be enough to stop him from going well again. Winning Range Yld-Gd. Star Rating 4 Dunum 4 flat wins r31,565.00 C D Handicap Rating 81

5/1Fav HR75 W.M. Lordan 9.11 won 1/2L 3/4L from Shawaamekh (GB) 10.3 and Loingseoir 9.7 GAL 26 JUL 16rn hcp (50-80)7f Gd/Yld 1min 30.9sec 5/2Fav HR69 W.M. Lordan 9.10 won nk 1/2L from Grappa Nonino 8.7 and Kojin 9.13 here 24 JUN 22rn hcp (50-75)1m 1f Gd 1min 52.7sec 3/1Fav HR61 W.M. Lordan 9.12 won 1 1/2L 1 1/2L from Everylittlestep 8.12 and Cool Leader (GB) 9.7 GOW 12 JUN 16rn hcp (47-65)1m Gd 1min 40.2sec crossbar a couple of times in July but his last couple of efforts suggest that it may be best to Winning Range Sft-Gd. Star Rating 2 Shawaamekh (GB) 4 flat wins r36,591.20 D Handicap Rating 81

7/1 HR84 C.T. Keane 9.13 (CP) 7L 7th of 16 to Pretty Rebel 10.0 CK 7 SEP hcp 6f Hvy

3/1Fav HR84 D.W. O’Connor 9.8 (CP) 11L last of 7 to Earls 9.0 ROS 15 AUG Ext hcp 7f 80yds Gd 15/2 HR81 D.W. O’Connor 10.3 1/2L 2nd to Dunum 9.11 GAL 26 JUL 16rn hcp (50-80)7f Gd/Yld

11 AMPESON (GB) (40)

5 9 7 (133) (21)

Br B g Mayson (GB) Surprise (CPiece) 431106 F

B Clive Dennett

Killian Leonard J

O Patrick J McKenna Patrick J McKenna (R) T

Only 4lb higher than when winning his most recent start over 7f at Leopardstown in July and he was not disgraced in a competitive 6f event when last seen. Winning Range Gd & AW Star Rating 4

Ampeson (GB) 4 flat wins r28,320.00 D Handicap Rating 80

13/2 HR84 W.M. Lordan 8.12 (CP) 2 1/4L 6th of 12 to Harry’s Bar (GB) 10.3 DUN 15 AUG hcp 6f Std

12/1 HR84 W.M. Lordan 9.9 (CP) 9 1/4L 12th of 17 to Soaring Monarch 9.10 GAL 28 JUL Ext hcp 1m 98yds Gd/Yld

2/1Fav HR76 L.T. McAteer 10.1 (CP) won 2 1/2L hd from Shamrock Sprig 9.3 and Cleveleys (GB) 9.4 LEP 14 JUL 8rn Ext hcp 7f Gd 1min 32.6sec

12 WHATHARM (17) 7 9 7 (133) (20)

Br B g Canford Cliffs Dhairkana 505-000 F

B Camogue Stud Ltd Conor Hoban J

O Mrs B Cooney Patrick J Flynn T

Has been well beaten in all three of his starts so far this year and he does not inspire much confidence as a result. Winning Range Gd & AW Star Rating 1

Whatharm 7 flat wins r53,407.50 D Handicap Rating 80 40/1 HR86 C.P. Hoban 10.1 35L 15th of 16 to Pretty Rebel 10.0 CK 7 SEP hcp 6f Hvy 40/1 HR89 C.P Hoban 10.0 11L 15th of 17 to Soaring Monarch 9.10 GAL 28 JUL Ext hcp 1m 98yds Gd/Yld 18/1 HR90 C.P Hoban 9.9 9L 10th of 11 to Lexington Dash (FR) 10.0 FAIR 6 JUL Ext hcp 7f Gd

13 IS THAT LOVE (4)

5 9 6 (132) (7)

Br B g Es Que Love Winnifred (GB) 295926 F

B Amrath Business Management Cian MacRedmond (5) J

O Mark Devlin & Gary Devlin & Nigel O’Hare Adrian McGuinness T

Three lengths behind Mary Salome at Listowel earlier in the week and he needs to find some improvement to have anything more than an each-way chance Winning Range SH-GY & AW Star Rating 3 Is That Love 6 flat wins r36,285.00 D Handicap Rating 79

10/1 HR79 C.J MacRedmond 9.10 3L 6th of 15 to Mary Salome 9.12 LIST 20 SEP hcp (50-80)7f 15yds Gd/Yld 12/1 HR78 C.J. MacRedmond 9.2 1 3/4L 2nd to Pretty Rebel 10.0 CK 7 SEP 16rn hcp 6f Hvy 14/1 HR80 C.J MacRedmond 9.1 6 3/4L 9th of 13 to Earls 9.6 ROS 29 AUG hcp 7f 54yds Gd

14 EZINE (GB) (59)

3 9 5 (131) (10)

Br B f Showcasing (GB) Trojan Queen (USA) 2159 F B Juddmonte Farms Ltd Chris Hayes J O Juddmonte D K Weld T

Failed to fire when last seen at Galway in July but she remains unexposed and it is far too soon to be writing her off Winning Range YS Star Rating 4 Ezine (GB) 1 flat win r7,080.00 D Handicap Rating 81 9/2 HR85 C.D Hayes 9.11 17L 9th of 11 to Sir Antonino 9.7 GAL 27 JUL Ext hcp 1m 123yds Gd/Yld 7/2Fav HR85 C.D. Hayes 9.0 4 1/2L 5th of 11 to Night Of Romance (GB) 9.1 GOW 12 JUN hcp 7f Gd 4/6Fav C.D Hayes 9.3 won s/hd 3 3/4L from Solar Breeze 8.10 and Are We Dreaming 9.3 NAAS 7 MAY 14rn mdn 7f Yld/Sft 1min 32.5sec

15 PATSY FAGAN (28) 4 9 5 (131) (13)

Br B g Dandy Man Traveller’s Tales (GB) (TStrap) 143416 F

3 9 3 (129) (3)

Br B g Footstepsinthesand (GB) Souzie (Hood) 2-43152 F

B Ballygallon Stud Limited Ben Coen J

O Ballygallon Stud Limited J P Murtagh T

Won a maiden over course and distance in May and he is 2lb lower than when finishing second on his most recent outing at Leopardstown. Winning Range Yld. Star Rating 3 Navagio 1 flat win r11,800.00 CD Handicap Rating 79 5/2Fav HR81 B.M. Coen 9.13 (H) 1L 2nd to Amanirenas 8.13 LEP 14 JUL 7rn hcp 7f Gd 11/4Fav HR82 S.B. Kelly 9.11 2 1/2L 5th of 7 to Princess Rajj 8.10 LIST 5 JUN hcp (50-85)7f Yld 4/1 HR79 B.M. Coen 9.8 (H) won s/hd 2L from Admiralty Place (GB) 10.5 and Secret Magician 9.8 here 20 MAY 15rn mdn 7f Gd/Yld 1min 25.7sec

18 SAN AER (28) 4 9 2 (128) (19)

Br B g Vocalised (USA) Teacht An Earraig (USA) (Hood) 000341 F B J S Bolger Nathan Crosse (3) J

O Mrs Helen Mullins Thomas Mullins T

Won a similar event over course and distance late last month and he is likely to remain competitive off just a 4lb higher mark today Winning Range Sft-Gd. Star Rating 4 San Aer 2 flat wins r14,160.00 CD Handicap Rating 75 7/1 HR71 J.A. Powell 9.8 (H) won 1/2L 2L from Cnodian 8.11 and Super Cub (GB) 8.12 here 27 AUG 16rn hcp (47-75)7f Gd 1min 24.6sec

16/1 HR71 J. Coen 9.7 (H) 1/2L nk 1 1/2L 4th to Excuzio Joe 10.1 GAL 30 JUL 15rn hcp (50-75)7f Sft 16/1 HR71 J. Coen 9.6 (H) 1/2L 3/4L 3rd to Morning Approach 9.6 LEP 16 JUN 12rn hcp (47-75)1m Gd/Frm

19 IVA FEELING (GB) (171)

5 9 0 (126) (1)

Br B f Ivawood Ceoldrama (USA) (TStrap) 61-9-085 F

B Ennistown Stud Robbie Colgan J

O Shane Crawley Shane Crawley T

Her last couple of efforts have not been without promise and she should not be underestimated off what appears to be a fair mark.

Winning Range AW Star Rating 3 Iva Feeling (GB) 1 flat win r6,490.00 Handicap Rating 73

25/1 HR76 R.C. Colgan 9.12 (TS) 3 3/4L 5th of 17 to Mutasarref (GB) 10.2 LEP 6 APR hcp (50-80)7f Gd 40/1 HR77 R.C. Colgan 9.7 (TS) 1 1/2L 8th of 13 to Skontonovski (GB) 9.4 DUN 25 MAR Ext hcp 1m Std 18/1 HR78 R.C. Colgan 9.7 (TS) 8 1/2L 13th of 14 to Elzaam Blue 9.4 DUN 11 MAR Ext hcp 1m Std

20 SECRET MAGICIAN (13) 9 0 (126) (4)

Br B g Magician Secret Shine 673410 F

B Ms Gillian O’Neill

Rory Cleary J

O Deirdre Hassett Martin Hassett (R) T

Got off the mark in a 6f maiden here a month ago and he should find this to be easier than the Bold Lad Handicap that he contested last time Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 3 Secret Magician 1 flat win r7,670.00 C Handicap Rating 76 28/1 HR76 R.P Cleary 8.7 7L 15th of 20 to Dexter Belle 8.7 here 11 SEP Ext hcp 6f Sft 100/30 HR75 J.A. Heffernan 9.8 won 2L 1 3/4L from Baalbec Beauty 9.6 and The Penny 8.10 here 20 AUG 18rn mdn 6f Gd 1min 13sec 16/1 HR75 W.M. Lordan 8.7 1/2L 1/2L 3 1/4L 4th to Mutasarref (GB) 10.2 here 24 JUN 15rn hcp (60-90)7f Gd

21 CARLTON BANKS (17)

4 8 13

Br B g Prince of Lir Hot 21-6000 F Ronnie Boland Colin Keane J

O Esteem Racing Club J F Levins T

Put in an encouraging effort on his seasonal return at this track in April but he has been well beaten in all three subsequent starts. Winning Range Hvy. Star Rating 2

Carlton Banks 1 flat win r7,080.00 Handicap Rating 72

12/1 HR76 D.W. O’Connor

Very hard to recommend in a race as competitive as this having filled last place on both of her starts so far this year Range Star Rating 1 Matron 1 flat win r9,735.00 Handicap Rating 74 HR80 R.P Cleary 8.7 14L last of 8 to Nectaris (GB) 9.0 here 22 MAY Ext hcp 1m Gd HR81 K.J Manning 30L last of 10 to Amortentia 9.9 NAAS 15 MAY hcp 1m Gd HR85 Cleary 10L 9th of 16 to King Of Bavaria NAAS 31 OCT 21 Ext hcp 5f 205yds Hvy

Br B g Dark Angel Girl Power 2100-26 F

B Mrs S Power Declan McDonogh J

O Mrs S Power Edward Lynam T

Only found one too good over this track and trip two starts ago and he is another to consider on his return this afternoon. Winning Range Sft. Star Rating 4

Heavenly Power 1 flat win r7,080.00 C Handicap Rating 70 9/2Fav HR74 C.P Hoban 8.7 3 1/2L 6th of 16 to Coumshingaun 8.0 here 26 JUN Ext hcp 6f Yld 8/1 HR76 C.P Hoban 9.0 (H) 6 1/2L 2nd to Verhoyen (GB) 9.9 here 20 MAY 18rn Ext hcp 7f Gd/Yld 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

Blinkers worn by No 2. CPiece worn by No 4, No 8, No 11. Hood worn by No 17, No 18. TStrap worn by No. 10, No. 15, No. 19.

Probable Starting Prices - 13/2 Dunum, 15/2 Mary Salome, 8/1 San Aer, 10/1 Adelaise, Navagio, 12/1 Cosmic Vega, Half Nutz, Heavenly Power, 14/1 Yermanthere, Dairerin (GB), Shawaamekh (GB), Is That Love, Ezine (GB), 16/1 J J Jumbo, Breaking Story, Ampeson (GB), 20/1 Iva Feeling (GB), Secret Magician, 25/1 Pale Iris, Carlton Banks, 33/1 Patsy Fagan, 50/1 Whatharm, 66/1 Missing Matron

2021 1st Sh Boom (GB) 2nd Windsor Pass 3rd Ice Cold In Alex (1 min. 26.3 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT

In a wide-open contest the marginal preference is for MARY SALOME, who accounted for a few of her rivals when scoring at Listowel on Tuesday. A 7lb rise will make her life tougher but the six-year-old is progressive and may have more to offer. Adelaise is unexposed and has to be of some interest on her debut for Joseph O’Brien, while Dunum is another with strong form claims. Others to note are San Aer, Heavenly Power and Cosmic Vega.

WIN: MARY SALOME

DANGER: Adelaise

Healy Racing Ltd

TODAY’S RACE CONDITIONS

FIRST RACE 1.05p.m. The William Hill Free Or 4 Irish EBF Maiden of €16,500 (Generously sponsored by William Hill Ireland and the Irish EBF (€3,000)) Winner will receive €9,900 (Penalty Value: €9,735), Second will receive €3,300, Third will receive €1,650, Fourth will receive €825, Fifth will receive €495, Sixth will receive €330 For two years old only, maidens at starting that are EBF eligible About 6 furlongs. €148.50 to enter, €16.50 extra if declared to run. Weights: 9st 7lbs. Fillies allowed 5lbs. Speed sensing equipment will be used in this race. Stalls Centre Of Course. Value to winner: €9735; Second: €3300; Third: €1650; Fourth: €825; Fifth: €495; Sixth: €330

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SECOND RACE 1.35p.m. The Alan Smurfit Memorial Beresford Stakes of €120,000 (Group 2) (Generously sponsored by the Smurfit family) 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 two years old only About 1 mile €600 to enter on August 17th, €240 extra if forfeit not declared by August 31st, €360 extra if forfeit not declared by September 20th or €12,000 if entered by September 20th. Weights: 9st 5lbs. Fillies allowed 3lbs. Penalties Winner of a Group 2 race 3lb extra. Of a Group 1 race 5lb extra. (New Mile Course). Speed sensing equipment will be used in this race Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €70800; Second: €24000; Third: €12000; Fourth: €6000; Fifth: €3600; Sixth: €2400

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THIRD RACE 2.10p.m. The William Hill Lengthen Your Odds Maiden of €13,000 (Generously sponsored by William Hill Ireland) Winner will receive €7,800 (Penalty Value: €7,670), Second will receive €2,600, Third will receive €1,300, Fourth will receive €650, Fifth will receive €390 Sixth will receive €260 For three years old and upwards, maidens at starting. About 6 furlongs. €117 to enter, €13 extra if declared to run. Weights: 3-y-o 9st 8lbs; 4-y-o and up 9st 10lbs. Fillies allowed 5lbs. Speed sensing equipment will be used in this race Stalls Centre Of Course Value to winner: €7670; Second: €2600; Third: €1300; Fourth: €650; Fifth: €390; Sixth: €260

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FOURTH RACE 2.45p.m. The Barberstown Castle Nursery Handicap of €11,500 (47-70) (Generously sponsored by Barberstown Castle Hotel) Winner will receive €6,900 (Penalty Value: €6,785), Second will receive €2,300, Third will receive €1,150, Fourth will receive €575, Fifth will receive €345 Sixth will receive €230 An extended handicap for two years old only rated 47-70 About 6 furlongs. €103.50 to enter, €11.50 extra if declared to run. Penalties (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 7lb extra for each race won. Speed sensing equipment will be used in this race Stalls Centre Of Course Handicaps calculated 20th September. Value to winner: €6785; Second: €2300; Third: €1150; Fourth: €575; Fifth: €345; Sixth: €230

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FIFTH RACE 3.20p.m. The Goffs Million of €1,234,000 (Guaranteed by Goffs Bloodstock Sales Ltd.)

Winner will receive €617,000 (Penalty Value: €611,000), Second will receive €246,800, Third will receive €123,400, Fourth will receive €74,040, Fifth will receive €49,360, Sixth will receive €37,020, Seventh will receive €30,850, Eighth will receive €24,680, Ninth will receive €18,510, Tenth will receive €12,340 For two years old only which had been catalogued in the 2021 Goffs Orby Sale and have been declared by Goffs Bloodstock Sales Ltd. as being eligible to enter and run in accordance with the relevant Conditions of Sale. Horses which do not have a registered name and are not Returned In Training with a Licensed Trainer by Wednesday, 20th July, 2022 will be automatically struck out of this race (Please note for Irish and British bred horses, trained in Ireland, an acceptable naming application should be made to HRI by Thursday, 14th July, 2022 at the very latest. For all other foreign bred horses, trained in Ireland, naming applications will take longer to process). About 7 furlongs. €1,000 to enter on May 4th, €2,000 extra if forfeit not declared by July 20th, €3,000 extra if forfeit not declared by September 20th. Weights: 9st 5lbs. Fillies allowed 5lbs. In order to facilitate those people wishing to make entries for this race, the Stewards of the I.H.R.B., using their powers under Rule 22, have suspended the appropriate paragraphs of the following Rules, Rule 103 (i), 106, 121, 122 and 194 (ii)(c). Should it be necessary to reduce the number of declared runners to the maximum runners, or to such a lesser number as may be required the following procedures shall be applied for the elimination and balloting of horses:(i) Runners will first be reduced by balloting from among those horses that have not run. (ii) In the event of (i) not achieving the recommended limit runners will then be reduced by balloting from among those horses that, in the opinion of the Handicappers, have the lowest adjusted ratings (having regard to the applicable sex allowance). International performances will be taken into account. The latest date for calculation of ratings is 10 a.m. on Tuesday, 20th September All entry & forfeit fees (€6,000) will be refunded to the owners of those horses that are eliminated from this race. Bonus Goffs will pay a €100,000 bonus if the winning horse of this race goes on to win any Group/Grade 1 race under any Rules of Racing in Australia, France, Ireland, UK or USA as a 3-y-o The bonus will be paid to the winning owner of the horse at the time of the Group/Grade 1 win. In the event of a dead heat for first place in this race, the bonus will be split evenly if the winning horse/horses go on to win an applicable Group/Grade 1 race in any of the countries listed above as a 3-y-o The bonus will be paid to the winning owner of the horse/horses at the time of the Group/Grade 1 win. Speed sensing equipment will be used in this race. Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €611000; Second: €246800; Third: €123400; Fourth: €74040; Fifth: €49,360; Sixth: €37020; Seventh: €30850; Eighth: €24680; Ninth: €18510; Tenth: €12340.

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SIXTH RACE 3.55p.m. The William Hill Joe McGrath Handicap of €45,000 (Premier Handicap) (Generously sponsored by William Hill Ireland) 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 An extended handicap for three 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 August, 2021 (100 = 10st). About 5 furlongs. €405 to enter, €45 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. Weights raised by 4lbs. Speed sensing equipment will be used in this race Stalls Centre Of Course Handicaps calculated 20th September Value to winner: €26550; Second: €9000; Third: €4500; Fourth: €2250; Fifth: €1350; Sixth: €900

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SEVENTH RACE 4.30p.m. The Tipperary Crystal Apprentice Handicap of €11,000 (47-70) (Generously sponsored by Tipperary Crystal) Winner will receive €6,600 (Penalty Value: €6,490), Second will receive €2,200, Third will receive €1,100, Fourth will receive €550, Fifth will receive €330, Sixth will receive €220 An extended handicap for three years old and upwards rated 47-70 About 1 mile €99 to enter, €11 extra if declared to run. Penalties (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 7lb extra for each race won. Riders: Apprentices who hold an Apprentice Licence under Rules of Racing issued by any recognised Turf Authority and who have not lost the right to claim the 7lb allowance (30 winners). Allowances (up to and including 20th September and which are not cumulative). Apprentices who have not ridden one *winner allowed 7lb Apprentices who have not ridden three *winners allowed 4lb Apprentices who have not ridden twenty *winners allowed 2lb *Including races under any N.H. Rules. Speed sensing equipment will be used in this race. Starting from stalls. Handicaps calculated 20th September. Value to winner: €6490; Second: €2200; Third: €1100; Fourth: €550; Fifth: €330; Sixth: €220

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EIGHTH RACE 5.05p.m. The William Hill Pick Your Winners Handicap of €16,500 (Generously sponsored by William Hill Ireland) Winner will receive €9,900 (Penalty Value: €9,735), Second will receive €3,300, Third will receive €1,650, Fourth will receive €825, Fifth will receive €495, Sixth will receive €330 An extended handicap for three years old and upwards (90 = 10st). About 7 furlongs. €148.50 to enter, €16.50 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. Speed sensing equipment will be used in this race. Starting from stalls. Handicaps calculated 20th September. Value to winner: €9735; Second: €3300; Third: €1650; Fourth: €825; Fifth: €495; Sixth: €330

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