Curragh Racecard - Friday 27th August

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WOULD LIKE TO THANK

THE HEIDER FAMILY

FOR THEIR SPONSORSHIP OF THE GROUP 3 HEIDER FAMILY STABLES ROUND TOWER STAKES 2

Welcome to the final evening of our Curragh August Festival of Racing. The racing has been great so far and this looks like being a fitting finale. Tonight, we will crown the inaugural winners of the DMG Media Challenge for the trainer and jockey with most success in the four August races that make up the series. The Leader Board is elsewhere in this race card. This has been a really interesting initiative and one we will continue into the future. We are delighted to welcome DMG Chief Executive Paul Henderson here this evening.

The racing is always top quality in the Curragh and this evening is no exception. We have three Group 3 races, a premier handicap, a nursery, a maiden, an apprentice race and a handicap. You really couldn’t ask for more. I would like thank Cristina Patino, the owner of Snow Fairy, Scott Heider and his Family, Paddy Power, Bord Na Mona Recycling, DMG Media, TRI Equestrian, Manguard Plus who are our Security partner and the Irish Stallion Farms EBF for their generous sponsorship. These are all valued long standing partners of ours and we thank them for their continued support. Their support has been even more important than ever to us during Covid. We would ask you to support our sponsors whenever you can.

While we are disappointed not to have more than 500 attendees here, we look forward to welcome greater numbers back before too long, hopefully for the Longines Irish Champions Weekend on the 11th and 12th September Ticket are not on sale yet but please visit www.irishchampionsweeekend.ie to register your interest and be the first in the queue to receive ticket & event updates.

Today is my last meeting in the Curragh and I would like to thank everyone for all their support and encouragement over the past two years. I have really enjoyed my time here and look forward to coming back as a fan on a regular basis in the future. I would like to wish my successor Brian Kavanagh every success. Brian will arrive in November and Evan Arkwright will be Acting Chief Executive till then. I would like to say a special thanks to the Curragh Team who do such a good job and thanks them for all their support during my time here. The Curragh is the finest racing centre in the World with a very fine future to look forward to.

Kind regards, PAT KEOGH Chief Executive

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OFFICIALS FRIDAY 27TH AUGUST 2021 (E) The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board is responsible for the integrity of Irish Racing.

UNDER THE RULES OF RACING

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

RECEIVER OF ENTRIES: Horse Racing Ireland, Ballymany, The Curragh, Co. Kildare.

observed.

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

STAKEHOLDER: Horse Racing Ireland

ACTING STEWARDS: Mr. Justice. F. Clarke

MEDICAL OFFICER: Dr Bernard Healy

Mr. N. P. Lambert Mr. A. Byrne

VETERINARY OFFICERS: Mr Joe O’Donnell Mr John Byrne Mr Ernan O’Donnell

Mr. L. McFerran Mr. P. D. Matthews CLERK OF THE COURSE:

FARRIERS: Eamon Behan Sean Kelly

Mr. B. Sheridan CLERK OF THE SCALES: Mr. H. Hynes STARTER:

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

Mr. P. L. Malone JUDGE: Mr. D. Maher HANDICAPPER: Mr. M. Bird

CLERK OF THE COURSE: Mr. B. Sheridan

STEWARDS SECRETARIES: Mr. M. Daly & Mr. C. Sweeney MEDICAL OFFICER:

For information and all the latest news, visit:

Dr. B. Healy VETERINARY OFFICER: Ms. J. Taylor, M.V.B., M.R.C.V.S.

www.curragh.ie

VETERINARY ASSISTANTS: Ms. C. Murphy & Mr. D. Cullen SECURITY OFFICER: Mr. K. O’Connor

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HOW TO READ YOUR RACECARD 3

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

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

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

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Owner’s Silks (illustration)

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Form Guide

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Previous Performances

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Official Handicap Rating

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Colour of horse

B - Bay Br - Brown Ch - Chestnut Gr - Grey Ro - Roan

Sex of horse

c - colt f - filly g - gelding h - horse m - mare

O F J T

Breeding Breeder Owner Form Jockey Trainer

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

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

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GRANDSTAND SEATING & TERRACE

RACETRACK

ICONS Bookmakers Tote Toilets Seating Beverages Food Ice Cream

RACETRACK

OUTSIDE AREA

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TRACKFACTS AND OTHER RACING INFORMATION ABOUT TODAY’S RACES 2m

TRACK INFORMATION

1m6f

1m4f

A right handed horseshoe-shaped track of 2 miles with no

1m2f

1m21/2f

1m2f

1m1f

1m(new)

1m1f

sharp bends and a run-in of 3 furlongs. This combined with

5f

a steady uphill finish makes it ideal for the galloping type.

Position of 2m, 1m6f and 1m4f starts dependent on which course is in use: Derby (inner horseshoe) or Plate (outer)

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

6f

6f63y

1m

7f

TRAINERS IN FORM - MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS: J P O’BRIEN (12 wins from 79 runners, 15%) runs EXPLORERS WAY and GOOD HEAVENS (4.15), ALBULA (4.45), MY GENERATION and I SIYOU BABY and LOVELY ESTEEM and SO I TOLD YOU (5.15), ULTRAMARINE, PENNINE HILLS and HADMAN (5.45), MUSIC TO MY EARS and TOSHIZOU (6.45), SWIFT ONE and B\ UENAVENTURA (7.15).

J HARRINGTON (7 wins from 67 runners, 10%) runs YASHIN (4.15), MAGICAL LAGOON (4.45), OODNADATTA (5.15), COWBOY JUSTICE (5.45), MIA MENTO (6.15), BOPEDRO and TAURAN SHAMAN (6.45), TUT TUT (7.15), BROSNA EMPRESS (7.45).

A P O’BRIEN (6 wins from 34 runners, 18%) ) runs SWEDEN and BLUEGRASS (4.15), KISS YOU LATER and LULLABY (4.45), WOODLAND GARDEN and SWEET MOLLY MALONE (5.15), THE ACROPOLIS and THE ENTERTAINER (5.45), MADONNADELROSARIO and HOWTH (7.15).

JOCKEYS IN FORM - MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS: COLIN KEANE (12 wins from 59 rides, 20%) rides ENTHRALLMENT (4.15), ACANELLA (5.15), SACRED BRIDGE (5.45), PRETTY BOY FLOYD (6.15), LUST (6.45), MALAYAN (7.15).

P J MCDONALD (6 wins from 44 rides, 14%) rides SAM MAXIMUS (5.45).

DECLAN MCDONOGH (4 wins from 16 rides, 25%) rides EXPLORERS WAY (4.15), ALBULA (4.45), LOVELY ESTEEM (5.15), PENNINE HILLS (5.45).

FANCY THAT A P O’BRIEN won the 4.15 race in 2011, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020.

The stable is represented by Bluegrass and Sweden in the race today.

A P O’BRIEN won the 4.45 race in 2015, 2018 and 2020.

The stable is represented by Kiss You Later and Lullaby in the race today.

A P O’BRIEN won the 5.15 race in 2012, 2013, 2016, 2017 and 2019.

The stable is represented by Sweet Molly Malone and Woodland Garden in the race today.

A P O’BRIEN won the 5.45 race in 2013, 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019.

The stable is represented by The Acropolis and The Entertainer in the race today.

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 25th August.

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GUIDE TO RACING

Like a tourist in a foreign country, the novice racegoer soon picks up enough of the language to get by, and then rapidly becomes fluent.

Here are some of the most common racing terms you are likely to hear when you are racing.

Brush up on them and you will sound like a seasoned professional in no time!

ALLOWANCE

DISTANCE

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

The length of a race.

ANTE-POST

Describes a horse’s position in the starting stalls.

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

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

BACKWARD Young horse which needs time to mature.

CLERK OF THE COURSE Official in charge of running the racing programme, at the Curragh it is Brendan Sheridan.

CLERK OF THE SCALES Key in the delivery of a successful racing operation. Their job is to check that the horses in each race carry the correct weights.

COLOURS The racing silks worn by the jockeys.

COLT Male, ungelded horse, up to four years old.

CONNECTIONS The owner and trainer of a racehorse.

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DRAW FILLY Female horse up to four years old.

FOAL Horse of either sex 1 January the following year.

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FURLONG 220 yards (one eighth of a mile).

GELDING Castrated horse.

GOING Description of the course conditions under foot.

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

HANDICAP A race in which horses carry weight relevant to their handicap mark (rating).

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

Mother of a horse.

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JUDGE

SIRE

Official responsible for declaring finishing order and distances between horses.

Father of a horse.

JUVENILE

When a racing plate or horseshoe becomes detached from the animal’s hoof.

Two-year old horse.

SPREAD A PLATE

MAIDEN

SP/STARTING PRICE

Horse which has not yet won a race.

Official price of a horse at which bets are settled in the betting shops.

MARE Female horse, five years and over.

STAYER

ODDS ON

A horse more suited to running over longer distances.

Where a bet’s winnings are less than the stake - e.g. winning a £2 bet wins you £1 so you get back £3.

PACE

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

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

TIC-TAC

PENALTY

Bookmakers hand-signalling method relaying odds.

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

UNDER STARTERS’ ORDERS

PHOTO FINISH

WEIGH OUT/WEIGH IN

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

Weighing jockey before and after race to ensure correct weight has been carried.

PLATE

WINNER ALRIGHT

Shoe worn by horse for racing.

Official confirmation that the Stewards are happy that the winner has broken no rules.

SCHOOLED

Occurs when the race is about to start.

Trained to jump.

YEARLING

SHORT RUNNER

Horse of either sex from 1 31 December of the year following its birth.

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

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THANK YOU PAT All the team at the Curragh Racecourse and Training Grounds thank Pat Keogh for his leadership over the past two years and wish him well in his retirement.

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TRACK TALKS In our latest series of track talks, Fran Berry walks the course and provides valuable insight into how to ride the famed Curragh track.

Click below to see Fran’s talks on each distance.

5F 10F

6F 12F

7F 14F

You can also click on the map in the top right of the racing pages to see Fran’s talks

8F 16F 7f

Seven Furlongs (1,400 metres) Rathbride Post

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CURRAGH TRAINER PROFILE Aidan Howard Aidan Howard is a dual purpose racehorse trainer on The Curragh and has been based here since 2010. He has proved himself to be a versatile trainer over the years training many different types of horses to win races. Aidan has a talented team around him including the 2020/2021 Champion Conditional jockey Simon Torrens as well as former jockey and excellent horseman Barry Cash. He and his team use the wide array of gallops available to them in The Curragh to train each type of horse and to get the best out of them.

Notable horses Aidan has trained include Winter Escape and Enter The Red. 13

RUNNERS AND RIDERS FROM TODAY’S MEETING AT DOWN ROYAL DOWN ROYAL 3:55 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17

MCCARTANBET.COM TEXT-A-BET 3-Y-O HURDLE €11,500.16 2M 1F Whyzzat (D Hogan) - S A Mulcahy (7) 11-2 Albert Camus (J McConnell) - S D Torrens 10-10 Bell Ex One (R P Cody) - Jack Foley (7) 10-10 Dies Its Eine (Mrs P Dobbs) - L A McKenna (7) 10-10 Erikson (D Hogan) - D Meyler 10-10 Gamigin (J McAuley) - C D Maxwell 10-10 Guest (H Smyth) - S O’Callaghan (7) 10-10 Lunar Power (N Meade) - S W Flanagan 10-10 Realist (Mrs D Foster) - B J Cooper 10-10 Supposedtobe (J M Barrett) - R Deegan (5) 10-10 Virtual Hug (C O’Dwyer) - R Doyle 10-10 War Thunder (D J Ryan) - D J O’Keeffe 10-10 Alice Kitty (Mrs D Foster) - J Gainford (5) 10-3 Grey Angel (N Meade) - N J Ryan (7) 10-3 Television (H Finegan) - M P O’Connor (5) 10-3 Burren Shore (S Crawford) - RESERVE 10-10 Uno Miligre (J McAuley) - RESERVE 10-10

DOWN ROYAL 4:25 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17

SEAN GRAHAM BOOKMAKER MARES MAIDEN HURDLE €10,000.48 2M 1F Dawn Of The West (N Meade) - S W Flanagan 11-9 Maricruz (J McConnell) - Thomas Reilly (7) 11-9 Aubretia (Colm Murphy) - J Gainford (5) 11-1 Clady Bridge (Mrs D Foster) - H McOwan (7) 11-1 Elusive Point (M Fahey) - R Doyle 11-1 Euroclydon (S Fahey) - C J Orr 11-1 Glory Breeze (Miss D O’Shea) - L Dempsey 11-1 Joan Of Pimlico (B Duke) - B P Kennedy (7 ) 11-1 Kabin Fever Too (G Cromwell) - C D Maxwell 11-1 Lighthouse Lady (E Kent) - M P O’Connor (5) 11-1 Maska Du Morvan (Mary Ellen Doyle) - Sarah Kavanagh (7) 11-1 Mighty Meggsie (J Harrington) - P Townend 11-1 Millies Mite (E Doyle) - S FitzGerald (7) 11-1 Shanacoole Dasy (Paul Tobin) - D O’Regan 11-1 She Is A Contender (J McConnell) - S D Torrens 11-1 Sweet Justice (T G McCourt) - D J O’Keeffe 11-1 Georgina Burgess (S Aherne) - RESERVE 11-1

DOWN ROYAL 5:00 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19

DANNY BOY BOOKMAKER HANDICAP HURDLE (80-109) €10,999.52 2M 1F Ashqar (D Queally) - Mr D L Queally 12-0 Brideswell Lad (S Neville) - J Gainford (5) 12-0 Feel Des Mottes (Miss Liz Doyle) - S W Flanagan 11-12 Reverse Polarity (M Fahey) - R Deegan (5) 11-12 Copia Verborum (J J Lambe) - L A McKenna (7) 11-10 Lusis Naturea (Paul Traynor) - Mr C Abernethy (7) 11-9 Misty Millie (G Donnelly) - C J Orr 11-9 Kitty Galore (J P Ryan) - S FitzGerald (7) 11-7 Aunty Audrey (P J Flynn) - Jack Foley (7) 11-6 The Virginian (P Roche) - D J O’Keeffe 11-5 Where’s Bunny (N Dooly) - J P O’Sullivan (5) 11-5 Hurricane Alex (D Hogan) - S A Mulcahy (7) 11-4 The Truant (Peter Fahey) - K Sexton 11-4 Benefit North (C A McBratney) - D O’Regan 11-3 Go Gill Go (J Grace) - P K Donovan (7) 11-2 Ricky Langford (P J Rothwell) - H Morgan (3) 11-2 Buto (J McConnell) - RESERVE 10-12 Nelson’s Point (R Tyner) - RESERVE 11-0 Dazzling Darren (G Cromwell) - RESERVE 10-9

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DOWN ROYAL 5:30 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13

PINNACLE SPORTS BOOKMAKERS MAIDEN HURDLE €10,000.48 2M 4F Decimal Day (W Durkan) - J B Kane (5) 11-9 Rich Belief (K Thornton) - D Meyler 11-9 Sefton Warrior (J J Hanlon) - J McGarvey 11-9 Son Of Hypnos (Kevin Smith) - S FitzGerald (7) 11-9 Duck And Vanish (D Hogan) - D G Hogan 11-4 Eternal Prince (J J Lambe) - L A McKenna (7) 11-4 Moselora (B Cawley) - P Cawley (7) 11-4 Our Patron Saint (Mrs S Dawson) - A W Short 11-4 Skippin Court (Peter Fahey) - K Sexton 11-4 Wild Hunt (J McAuley) - C D Maxwell 11-4 High Path (A Donoghue) - L Dempsey 10-11 Intersky Sunset (Paul Traynor) - Mr C Abernethy (7) 10-11 Motown Maggie (Mrs D Foster) - J Gainford (5) 10-11

DOWN ROYAL 6:00 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

TOMMY DONNELLY BOOKMAKER HURDLE €15,499.68 3M Go Another One (J McConnell) - Jack Foley (7) 11-12 Sweet Home Chicago (C Bowe) - E Walsh (5) 11-12 Tullybeg (Mrs D Foster) - J Gainford (5) 11-8 Macgiloney (D Hogan) - D G Hogan 11-7 Mon Storm (Victor Wilson) - D J O’Keeffe 11-2 Thosedaysaregone (C Byrnes) - P Byrnes (7) 11-2 Drimsree Lad (S Millar) - Mr N Gault (7) 10-12

DOWN ROYAL 6:30 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19

PAT O’HARE BOOKMAKER HANDICAP HURDLE (80-102) €10,000.48 3M Dynamic Allen (B Hamilton) - S FitzGerald (7) 12-0 She’stherightone (D Cullen) - D O’Regan 12-0 Nymphhall (J P Ryan) - P K Donovan (7) 11-9 Final Orders (G Donnelly) - C J Orr 11-8 Ocean Glandore (D Hogan) - H Morgan (3) 11-8 Steps Match (M Butler) - R Deegan (5) 11-8 Believe That (S Aherne) - Mr A T Feeney (7) 11-7 Finding Joy (M Hourigan) - D J O’Keeffe 11-6 Jubatus (Peter Fahey) - K Sexton 11-6 Nasee (J J Hanlon) - Shane Fenelon (7) 11-6 Motion In Limine (William P Murphy) - S D Torrens 11-5 Yamato (J McConnell) - M P O’Connor (5) 11-5 Class Bishop Lady (Mrs D Foster) - J Gainford (5) 11-3 Ruhm Und Ehre (Paul Traynor) - Mr C Abernethy (7) 11-2 Electricitywork (Gary McGill) - Mr O McGill (7) 11-1 Trans Wood (G M Doyle) - Jack Foley (7) 11-0 Outside The Door (P Roche) - RESERVE 11-0 Command Chain (Mrs D Foster) - RESERVE 10-13 Memories Remain (J McConnell) - RESERVE 10-12

DOWN ROYAL 7:00 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

FRANCO HUGHES AWAY BET MARES FLAT RACE €10,999.52 2M 1F Hi Stranger (J E Kiely) - Mr J L Gleeson (7) 11-8 Bessy Bradley (T Gibney) - Mr J Dunne (7) 11-4 Darraughs Diamond (D M Christie) - Mr D G Lavery (3) 11-4 Fanoir (C O’Dwyer) - Mr F Maguire 11-4 Joyful Kit (E Kent) - Mr E P O’Brien (7) 11-4 Kalmira (S Crawley) - Mr N McParlan 11-4 Robins Venture (Miss D O’Shea) - Mr M J M O’Sullivan (7) 11-4 Rocco Bay (Peter Fahey) - Mr J Codd 11-4

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STABLE STAFF SERIES In our latest series of videos, we talk to a host of stable staff who work on the Curragh’s famed training grounds.

Stephen Craine, assistant trainer to Kevin Prendergast

Denis Linehan, assistant trainer to Johnny Murtagh

Sonny Farrell, Eddie & Patrick Harty Racing

Valerie Keatley, Head Girl for Johnny Murtagh

Jessica Lanigan, Racing Secretary for Johnny Levins

Heidi Brabazon, Dick Brabazon Racing 16

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SUPPORTS The Coast to the Curragh Charity Cycle Saturday 25th September

7 racecourses in 7 hours (& 2 stud farms) – You choose your distance to cycle!

How to get involved: You can join in at any of the racecourses or stud farms.

You can choose from 12km/25km/ 30km/55km/80km/110km or 155km

7.30am - Photos on the beach and at the parade ring

Simply register on the Cycling Ireland website.

Search for an event (use the keyword search box and type in ‘Coast to Curragh’).

Register and then start raising money for a wonderful cause. It is free to enter if you are a member with Cycling Ireland, if not it is €10 for insurance.

We hope that all participants will raise lots of money for Cancer Trials Ireland.

It is not a race and we plan to stay in a large group as best we can (averaging 26-29k per hour).

11.30am - Fairyhouse racecourse

7.45am - The cycle begins at Laytown beach and racecourse 8.30am - Bellewstown racecourse

Eg: if you want to cycle 80km then arrive at Fairyhouse just before 11.30am.

10.00am - Navan racecourse 12.45pm - Moyglare Stud 2.00pm - Naas racecourse 2.15pm - Punchestown racecourse 2.45pm - Gilltown Stud for a photo with Harzand 3.30pm - Curragh Racecourse 3.45pm - Catch your breath, change and lets go racing at the Curragh!

Please be patient if you usually cycle in a faster group. All participants must wear a cycling helmet. Various racing personalities will join us along the way.

The inspiration for this cycle is Pat Smullen, 9 times Champion jockey, and Olive Lynch, who both lost their lives due to pancreatic cancer.

Pat was such a fantastic ambassador for Irish Racing.

He raised so muchmoney for Cancer Trials Ireland that it only seems right to make a small effort to raise some more money for such a brilliant cause.

Bring a change of clothes & a towel in a bag, a van will be provided to bring your bag to the Curragh.

You can donate today on GoFundMe – just search for Coast to Curragh.

Contact Gavin if you have questions - coasttocurragh@gmail.com

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IRISH STALLION FARMS

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FOLLOW US @IrishEBF

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RACE ONE

FIRST RACE 4.15P.M. THE IRISH STALLION FARMS EBF (C&G) MAIDEN OF W16,500

1m

One Mile (1,600 metres) Guineas Post

Starting from stalls. Value to winner: r9735; Second: r3300; Third: r1650; Fourth: r825; Fifth: r495; Sixth: r330.

(For Race Conditions see page 79)

RACE SPONSOR

A representative of the Irish European Breeders Fund will present a prize to be awarded to the winning owner and a prize to the groom in charge of the horse judged to be best turned out.

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

PLAY THE PLACEPOT NOW! TRIFECTA RACE Br Breeding No

Horse

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Br B g Gutaifan - Positive Vibration B Ringfort Stud Ltd O Mrs Margaret Miley

He stepped forward from his debut effort when finishing in mid-division at the course earlier in the month, but more is required for him to be competitive on this occasion. Star Rating 3 Adhuil 250/1 L.F. Roche 9.7 10L 10th of 15 to Cowboy Justice (GB) 9.7 here 8 AUG mdn 7f Yld 100/1 L.F. Roche 9.5 29L last of 11 to Point Lonsdale 9.5 here 2 JUN mdn 7f Yld

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BLUEGRASS (19)

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6 F Seamie Heffernan J A P O’Brien T

Br B c Galileo - Quiet Reflection (GB) B Coolmore O D Smith,Mrs J Magnier,M Tabor,Westerberg

A well-bred individual, out of a two-time Group 1-winning sprinter, who shaped with some promise on his racecourse bow at the course earlier in the month. The extra furlong is likely to see him improve. Star Rating 4 Bluegrass 7/2 R.L. Moore 9.7 6 1/2L 6th of 15 to Cowboy Justice (GB) 9.7 here 8 AUG mdn 7f Yld

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CHUTZPAL (6)

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Br B c Markaz - Bridgets Fable B Peter Jones O Peter Jones

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0 F Rory Cleary J Aidan Anthony Howard T

The son of Markaz is turned out quickly following his debut performance at the track last Saturday and he has plenty to find based on that performance. Star Rating 2 Chutzpal 80/1 G.F. Carroll 9.7 13L 15th of 17 to Eclat De Lumiere 9.2 here 21 AUG mdn 7f Sft

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DICKOCHEA (6)

2 (TStrap)

Br B g Gleneagles - Rivers of Babylon B Mr G J Freyne O Garrett J Freyne

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77 F Billy Lee J K J Condon T

His first two runs have come in relatively quick succession and the gelding appears to face another tough assignment on the evidence of what he has achieved so far. Star Rating 2 Dickochea 200/1 J.M. Sheridan 9.4 (TS) 14L 7th of 11 to Duke De Sessa 9.7 here 21 AUG mdn 1m Sft 22/1 W.J. Lee 9.5 18L 7th of 8 to McTigue 9.5 LEP 5 AUG mdn 1m Yld

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ENTHRALLMENT (-)

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Br B c Fastnet Rock (AUS) - Magen’s Star B Mr Maurice Regan O Newtown Anner Stud Farm Ltd

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(2) F

Colin Keane J D K Weld T

A half-brother to a dual-Listed winner who represents top connections and any market support should be noted ahead of his racecourse debut with conditions unlikely to be an issue. Star Rating 4

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EXPLORERS WAY (-)

2

Br Ch c Australia (GB) - Into The Lane B Ringfort Stud Ltd O Thoroughbred Racing Syndicate

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5

(131)

(3) F

Declan McDonogh J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

A £55,000 purchase whose dam is related to an Italian Group 1 winner and the son of Australia isn’t one to discount lightly on his first career outing. Star Rating 3

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GOOD HEAVENS (16)

2

9

5

(131)

(1)

7 F Shane Crosse J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

Br B c Zoffany - Round of Applause (GB) B Mrs Noreen McManus O John P McManus

His first outing when seventh at Gowran Park was a solid enough performance and, on pedigree, the step up in distance is likely to aid his cause further. Star Rating 3 Good Heavens 11/1 W.M. Lordan 9.4 4 1/4L 7th of 16 to Rerouting 9.2 GOW 11 AUG mdn 7f Gd/Yld

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GREAT MOON (12)

2

9

5

(131)

(10)

69 F J M Sheridan (3) J Luke Comer T

Br B c Green Moon - Great Move B Mrs Margaret Comer O Luke Comer

The colt has finished down the field on both his racecourse appearances so far and this appears to be another difficult task on what he has achieved to date. Star Rating 2 Great Moon 150/1 J.M. Sheridan 9.2 16L 9th of 12 to Absolute Ruler (USA) 9.7 DUN 15 AUG mdn 1m Std 150/1 J.M. Sheridan 9.2 24L 6th of 7 to Buckaroo (GB) 9.7 GAL 31 JUL mdn 1m 73yds Gd

9

SWEDEN (-)

2

9

Br Ch c Galileo - Even Song B Coolmore O M Tabor,D Smith,Mrs J Magnier,Westerberg

5

(131)

(9) F

Wayne Lordan J A P O’Brien T

He boasts a classy middle distance pedigree, being out of a Ribblesdale winner, and the son of Galileo warrants a considerable amount of respect in a contest that his handler has unleashed some smart prospects in over the years. Star Rating 5

10 YASHIN (-)

2

Br B c Churchill - Mirdhak (GB) B Gerry Byrne O Tom & Gerry Met Mickey Syndicate

9

5

(131)

(7) F

Shane Foley J Mrs John Harrington T

An interesting newcomer that comes from a family whose performers were at their best around this distance and he is one very much to note ahead of his first outing. Star Rating 4

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RACE ONE

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RACE ONE

TStrap worn by No. 4.

Probable Starting Prices - 15/8 Bluegrass, 3/1 Enthrallment, 4/1 Sweden, 9/2 Good Heavens, 13/2 Explorers Way, 10/1 Yashin, 25/1 Dickochea, 50/1 Adhuil, Chutzpal, Great Moon 2020 - 1st Brazil 2nd Colour Sergeant 3rd Flying Visit (1 min. 48.9 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT Aidan O’Brien tends to run some of his smarter juveniles in this contest, most notably Saxon Warrior (2017) and Imperial Monarch (2011), and the Ballydoyle handler bids for an eighth success in a row with SWEDEN and Bluegrass. The latter already has racecourse experience and is likely to benefit from the extra furlong than he encountered here on debut, but the former boasts a nice middledistance pedigree, being out of a Ribblesdale winner, and is taken to make a winning debut. Enthrallment, Yashin and Explorers Way appeal most of the remainder.

WIN: SWEDEN

DANGER: BLUEGRASS

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HEIDER FAMILY STABLES

THE CURRAGH RECORD TIMES Distance Time

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

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

Horse

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

Age

Weight

7 2 4 2 4 2 4 2 3 2 4 2 3 3 2 3 3 3 3 3 5

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

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Race Date

16th July 2005 15th Sept 2001 15th Sept 2001 11th Aug 2013 11th June 1975 15th July 2017 18th July 2004 16th Sept 2001 16th May 1962 15th Sept 2013 19th Aug 1989 13th Oct 2013 27th June 2010 4th Sept 2005 10th Oct 2016 27th June 1992 15th Aug 1998 28th June 1992 21st May 1988 28th June 1992 14th Sept 2003

FLAME OF TARA Today’s second race is named in honour of Flame Of Tara, who was a very good racehorse before becoming an extremely successful broodmare.

Bred by Pat O’Kelly at Kicarn Stud in 1980, the filly was trained by Jim Bolger and won eight of her twenty-one starts including notable successes in both the Coronation Stakes at Royal Ascot and the Pretty Polly Stakes here at the Curragh. She also ran once in the United States but was unplaced in the Yellow Ribbon Invitational before being retired to stud.

In total, she produced thirteen named foals of which twelve were winners, but perhaps the most famous of her progeny was the brilliant filly Salsabil. She cost $800,000 as a yearling and from day one it was clear that she had plenty of talent. She won the Group 1 Prix Marcel Boussac as a juvenile before conquering just about all before her as a three-year-old. Victories in the 1000 Guineas at Newmarket and Oaks at Epsom were followed by success in the Irish Derby, where she became the first filly for ninety years to defeat the colts in that particular contest. She subsequently landed another Group 1 success in the Prix Vermeille before having her final start in the Prix de l’Arc De Triomphe.

Just a few year later, Flame Of Tara produced Marju, a colt who won the Craven Stakes and the St James Palace and also finished second to Generous in the 1991 Epsom Derby. He has enjoyed success as a stallion, with the multiple Group 1 winning racemare Soviet Song perhaps the most successful of his progeny.

The Curragh Racecourse is delighted to be able to continue to honour Flame Of Tara today.

THANK YOU The Curragh would like to thank Eva Bucher–Haefner’s Moyglare Stud for the generous sponsorship of the Stable Staff Canteen for the 2021 season.

PETER CAREY The Curragh is delighted to welcome Peter Carey, Chief Executive Kildare County Council, to the races this evening and thank him for his support of the racecourse.

We all wish him a very happy retirement.

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SECOND RACE 4.45P.M. THE MANGUARD PLUS IRISH EBF FLAME OF TARA STAKES OF W65,000 (GROUP 3)

1m

One Mile (1,600 metres) Guineas Post

Starting from stalls. Value to winner: r38350; Second: r13000; Third: r6500; Fourth: r3250; Fifth: r1950; Sixth: r1300.

RACE TWO

(For Race Conditions see page 79)

RACE SPONSOR

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TRIFECTA RACE Br Breeding No

Horse

1

ALBULA (25)

B Breeder

O Owner

F Form

J Jockey

T Trainer

Age

st

lb

(lbs)

Draw

2

9

2

(128)

(4)

1 F Declan McDonogh J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

Br B f Galileo - Dawn Wall (AUS) B Coolmore,Flaxman Stables & Arkle B/S O Flaxman Stables Ireland Ltd & D L O’Byrne & Mrs John Magnier

This daughter of Galileo repeated the feat of her sire by shedding the maiden tag at the first time of asking, quickening well to hit the line with plenty of conviction. She rates a big player. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 5 Albula 1 win r9,145.00 D 12/1 D.P. McDonogh 9.2 won 1 1/4L 1 1/2L from Dabana 9.2 and Precocious Times (USA) 8.13 NAAS 2 AUG 14rn mdn 1m Gd 1min 42.9sec

2

GRADULATIONS (GB) (12)

2

9

2

(128)

(7)

4 F Ronan Whelan J A Oliver T

Br B f Mukhadram (GB) - Wahgah (USA) B Shadwell Estate Company Limited O Mrs S M L Oliver

The daughter of Mukhadram wasn’t disgraced when finishing fourth on debut, hitting the line strong after being outpaced at halfway.

Although she displayed glimpses of promise on that occasion, this looks like a tough assignment. Star Rating 2 Gradulations (GB) 22/1 R.P. Whelan 9.2 1 1/4L 5 1/2L 2 1/2L 4th to Absolute Ruler (USA) 9.7 DUN 15 AUG 12rn mdn 1m Std

3

KISS YOU LATER (40)

2

9

Br B f Galileo - Switch (USA) B Moyglare Stud Farm O Moyglare Stud Farm & Mrs John Magnier & Michael Tabor

2

(128)

(3)

7 F Wayne Lordan J A P O’Brien T

Her racecourse debut wasn’t the most encouraging, finishing seventh of 10 over 7f, but the daughter of Galileo is out of a Grade 1 winner and this extra furlong could yield some improvement. Star Rating 3 Kiss You Later 16/1 J.A. Heffernan 9.2 6 3/4L 7th of 10 to Concert Hall 9.2 here 18 JUL mdn 7f Gd

4

LULLABY (-)

2

Br Ch f Galileo - Holy Alliance B Whisperview Trading Ltd O D Smith,Mrs J Magnier,M Tabor,Westerberg

9

2

(128)

(5) F

Seamie Heffernan J A P O’Brien T

This daughter of Galileo is being thrown in at the deep end on racecourse debut but, considering she holds multiple Group 1 entries, it would be no surprise to see her hit the ground running. Star Rating 3

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MAGICAL LAGOON (25)

2

9

2

(128)

(1)

4 F Shane Foley J Mrs John Harrington T

Br B f Galileo - Night Lagoon (GER) B Coolmore O Zhang Yuesheng

The daughter of Mukhadram wasn’t disgraced when fourth on racecourse debut, trailing Albula by three lengths when weakening close home.

Considering she was well fancied on that occasion, the 305,000gns purchase demands the utmost respect. Star Rating 4 Magical Lagoon 11/5Fav S. Foley 9.2 1 1/4L 1 1/2L 1/2L 4th to Albula 9.2 NAAS 2 AUG 14rn mdn 1m Gd

6

PINK FIRE LILLY (74)

2

9

2

(128)

(2)

05 F Gary Carroll J John F O’Neill (R) T

Br B f French Navy (GB) - Maya Bay B Mr Eamon O’Riordan O Mrs Janeanne O’Neill

She has failed to hit the ground running at the start of her racing career, beating just one rival on each of her two outings. The daughter of French Navy appears to have plenty on her plate. Star Rating 2 Pink Fire Lilly 150/1 G.F. Carroll 9.2 6 3/4L 5th of 6 to Seisai 9.2 GOW 14 JUN mdn 7f Gd 300/1 G.F. Carroll 9.2 16L 13th of 14 to Juncture (GB) 9.2 LEP 3 JUN mdn 6f 171yds Gd

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SHE’S TROUBLE (96)

2 (CPiece)

Br B f Fracas - Take Flight B Mrs M Joyce O Mrs Marguerite Joyce & Mrs J S Bolger

9

2

(128)

(6)

31 F Kevin Manning J J S Bolger T

Got off the mark at the second time of asking when beating a subsequent Group 2 winner over 6f. She demands plenty of respect, although this step up in trip presents a big question mark. Winning Range SH. Star Rating 3 She’s Trouble 1 win r10,325.00 C — Handicap Rating 90 4/1 K.J. Manning 9.2 won 1/2L 1 1/4L from Dissociate 9.2 and Agartha 9.2 here 23 MAY 8rn mdn 6f Sft/Hvy 1min 21.8sec 6/1 K.J. Manning 9.2 1 1/2L 3 1/2L 3rd to The Entertainer 9.7 NAV 15 MAY 10rn mdn 5f 162yds Gd

CPiece worn by No. 7.

Probable Starting Prices - 5/2 Albula, 11/4 She’s Trouble, 4/1 Kiss You Later, Magical Lagoon, 11/2 Lullaby, 25/1 Gradulations (GB), 66/1 Pink Fire Lilly 2020 - 1st Divinely 2nd Ahandfulofsummers 3rd Ubuntu (1 min. 48.7 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT There are some exciting juveniles on display in this contest and none more so than the sole debutant in the field, Lullaby, who has been thrown in at the deep end. The daughter of Galileo represents top connections and warrants plenty of respect, but she may find it tough to get the better of ALBULA, who was well on top at the line when landing the spoils at Naas on her first start. The Joseph O’Brientrained filly gets the nod, while She’s Trouble is an intriguing candidate stepping up to this trip.

WIN: ALBULA

DANGER: LULLABY

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RACE TWO

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SNOW FAIRY

The legendary daughter of Intikhab, who was bought back by her breeder for just €1 her victories coming at the highest level. She retired with earnings just short of £4 mi Trained in Newmarket by Ed Dunlop, Snow Fairy broke her maiden over six furlong Listed Height Of Fashion Stakes at Goodwood. Following her victory at Epsom, she r along with globe-trotting success in the Queen Elizabeth II Commemorative Cup in J Champion Stakes.

Her four-year-old filly Virgin Snow was a winenr last year and has placed twice at Gr in memory of John Dunlop, who is in training with Ed Dunlop and won a Listed race his form.

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1,800 at Tattersalls Ireland in December 2008, won eight of her 21 starts, with six of illion. gs as a two-year-old and was supplemented for the 2010 Oaks after winning the ran in another 13 Group/Grade 1 races, adding the Darley Irish Oaks to her tally Japan two years in a row, as well as victory in the Hong Kong Cup and the Irish

roup 3 level. She has a beautiful three-year-old colt by Frankel, named John Leeper e at Newmrket in April. He was a strong fancy for the Epsom Derby but failed to find

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SNOW FAIRY AT HOME AT SIMMONSTOWN STUD 30

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THIRD RACE 5.15P.M. 1m 1f

THE SNOW FAIRY FILLIES STAKES OF W50,000 (GROUP 3)

One Mile and One Furlong (1,800 metres)

Starting from stalls. Value to winner: r29500; Second: r10000; Third: r5000; Fourth: r2500; Fifth: r1500; Sixth: r1000.

(For Race Conditions see page 79)

RACE SPONSOR

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RACE THREE

TRIFECTA RACE Br Breeding No

Horse

1

CHAMPERS ELYSEES (49)

B Breeder

O Owner

F Form

J Jockey

T Trainer

Age

st

lb

(lbs)

Draw

4

9

9

(135)

(5)

14-4440 F Ben Coen J J P Murtagh T

Br B f Elzaam (AUS) - La Cuvee (GB) B Mr Karl Bowen O Teruya Yoshida

She came home last of 13 when eased once her chance had gone in the Group One Falmouth Stakes at Newmarket but drops in class here.

May well find this a lot easier and has every chance of a sixth career success. Winning Range Hvy-GF. Star Rating 4 Champers Elysees 5 flat wins r238,360.00 C — Handicap Rating 113 Ben Coen 9.7 20L last of 13 to Snow Lantern (GB) 8.12 NEWMARKET 9 JUL Group 1 1m Gd /Frm Ben Coen 9.5 2 1/2L s/hd 3/4L 4th to Indie Angel 9.0 ASCOT 16 JUN 12rn Group 2 1m Gd /Frm 6/5Fav HR114 B.M. Coen 9.5 4L 1 1/2L nk 4th to Epona Plays 9.2 here 22 MAY 6rn Group 2 1m Sft/Hvy

2

SO I TOLD YOU (16)

4

9

9

(135)

(9)

110138 F Dylan Browne McMonagle J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

Br B f Gleneagles - Nocturne (GER) B Flaxman Stables Ireland Ltd O Annus Mirabilis Syndicate

Upped in class here after an eighth at Gowran Park in Listed company and needs to do more to get involved in the finish. Stays further and a possible front-runner but she seems unlikely to get her own way at the head of affairs. Winning Range Hvy-Gd. Star Rating 2 So I Told You 4 flat wins r37,647.60 — Handicap Rating 94 4/1 HR95 D. McMonagle 9.10 5 1/2L 8th of 12 to Solene Lilyette 9.10 GOW 11 AUG Listed 1m 1f 100yds Gd/Yld 100/30Fav HR95 H.J. Horgan 9.7 1 1/4L 1/2L 3rd to Miss Myers 9.4 SLGO 4 AUG 9rn Ext hcp 1m 2f 50yds Yld 5/2 HR95 H.J. Horgan 9.3 won 1L 3/4L from Alazenya 9.5 and Soaring Sky 9.5 GOW 24 JUL 4rn 1m 1f 100yds Gd 2min 3.7sec

3

SOLENE LILYETTE (16)

4

9

Br B f Pivotal (GB) - Supernovae B Moyglare Stud Farm Ltd O Team Valor International LLC & Gary Barber

9

(135)

(7)

43-1121 F Andrew Slattery J Andrew Slattery T

Seems to be getting better with every start, winning a shade cleverly at Gowran Park in Listed company last time out, and this was immediately nominated as her next target. One to consider seriously with any further improvement. Winning Range GY-Gd. Star Rating 4 Solene Lilyette 3 flat wins r43,070.00 — Handicap Rating 99 10/1 HR91 A.J. Slattery 9.10 won 1/2L 3/4L from Astadash 9.10 and Emaniya 9.2 GOW 11 AUG 12rn Listed 1m 1f 100yds Gd/Yld 2min 1sec 12/1 HR87 A.J. Slattery 9.8 1 3/4L 2nd to Longbourn 9.0 here 25 JUN 15rn Ext hcp 1m 2f Gd 8/1 HR75 A.J. Slattery 9.6 won 3 1/2L 3/4L from Hayyel 9.10 and Storm Elza 8.6 LEP 14 MAY 13rn hcp 1m 2f Gd/Yld 2min 11.7sec

4

ACANELLA (GB) (16)

3 (TStrap)

Br B f Dansili (GB) - Across The Floor (GB) B Juddmonte Farms (East) Ltd O Juddmonte

9

2

(128)

(13)

18296 F Colin Keane J G M Lyons T

Came home four and a half lengths behind Solene Lilyette at Gowran Park last time out and 1lb worse off at the weights here. Open to further improvement after only five starts and she may well have more to offer in time. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 3 Acanella (GB) 1 flat win r7,080.00 — Handicap Rating 96 8/1 HR97 C.T. Keane 9.2 (TS) 4 1/2L 6th of 12 to Solene Lilyette 9.10 GOW 11 AUG Listed 1m 1f 100yds Gd/Yld 10/1 HR97 C.T. Keane 9.2 (TS) 5L 9th of 15 to Mehnah (GB) 9.2 KILL 14 JUL Listed 1m 40yds Gd 7/2 C.T. Keane 9.5 (TS) hd 2nd to Storm Legend 9.10 NAAS 3 JUL 8rn 7f Gd

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5

DIXIE BLUEBELL (11)

3

9

2

(128)

(14)

621370 F Kevin Manning J J S Bolger T

Br B f Fracas - Take Flight B Mrs M Joyce O Joseph Joyce & Mrs J S Bolger

Upped in trip after a 52-length last of 14 at Roscommon earlier this month (saddle slipped) but needs to do more to get involved here.

Top stable and jockey combination but hard to make a case for with just a maiden win from 11 starts. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 2 Dixie Bluebell 1 flat win r7,965.00 — Handicap Rating 77 6/1 HR77 K.J. Manning 8.10 51L last of 14 to Royal Pippen 8.11 ROS 16 AUG Ext hcp 7f 71yds Gd/Yld 11/4Fav HR77 K.J. Manning 9.3 6 1/4L 7th of 10 to Big Island 8.13 TIPP 6 AUG hcp (50-85)7f 100yds Sft 5/4Fav HR77 K.J. Manning 9.5 1 1/4L 3/4L 3rd to Ferrybank (GB) 9.4 LEP 15 JUL 7rn hcp 7f Gd

EMANIYA (16)

3

9

2

(128)

(6)

18-6203 F Oisin Orr J D K Weld T

Br B f Sea The Stars - Emiyna (USA) B His Highness The Aga Khan’s Studs S C O H H Aga Khan

Ran on late to finish third behind Solene Lilyette at Gowran Park when coming from midfield after the front two had gone for home.

May prefer further but looks to have a decent chance here if kept nearer to the early pace. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 4 Emaniya 1 flat win r9,145.00 — Handicap Rating 97 9/1 HR97 O.J. Orr 9.2 1/2L 3/4L 3rd to Solene Lilyette 9.10 GOW 11 AUG 12rn Listed 1m 1f 100yds Gd/Yld 9/2Fav HR97 C.T. Keane 9.2 11L 13th of 15 to Galtee Mist 9.9 GAL 27 JUL Listed 7f Sft 33/1 HR94 O.J. Orr 9.2 3/4L 2nd to Mehnah (GB) 9.2 KILL 14 JUL 15rn Listed 1m 40yds Gd

7

FLIRTING BRIDGE (44)

3

9

2

(128)

(10)

31-8270 F Billy Lee J Henry de Bromhead T

Br B f Camelot (GB) - Rachevie B T O’Dwyer & K O’Brien O J Halley & Mrs Ciara Hogan

Second in this grade at Leopardstown in May behind Joan Of Arc and seventh in the Group One Coronation Stakes at Royal Ascot.

Disappointed when 10th at Killarney last time and needs to bounce back to challenge. Winning Range AW. Star Rating 3 Flirting Bridge 1 flat win r8,260.00 — Handicap Rating 100 5/1 HR101 W.J. Lee 9.2 6L 10th of 15 to Mehnah (GB) 9.2 KILL 14 JUL Listed 1m 40yds Gd W. M. Lordan 9.0 9L 7th of 11 to Alcohol Free 9.0 ASCOT 18 JUN Group 1 7f 213yds Hvy 50/1 HR87 W.M. Lordan 9.2 1 3/4L 2nd to Joan Of Arc 9.2 LEP 9 MAY 11rn Group 3 1m Gd

8

I SIYOU BABY (GB) (15)

3

9

2

(128)

(12)

8-72111 F Gary Halpin J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

Br B f Siyouni (FR) - Stacey Sutton (FR) B Aston Mullins Stud O Champion Thoroughbreds

Winner of her last three starts, a maiden and two handicaps. Upped in class now but her stable won this last season with Thundering Nights and will know exactly the sort needed, though they do have other runners. Winning Range GY-Gd. Star Rating 4 I Siyou Baby (GB) 3 flat wins r27,140.00 C — Handicap Rating 92 9/2 HR88 M.P. Sheehy 9.7 won 1/2L nk from Flagged (GB) 9.8 and Amazed By Grace (GB) 10.0 LEP 12 AUG 10rn Ext hcp 1m Gd/Yld 1min 44sec 2/1Fav HR79 M.P. Sheehy 10.0 won 1/2L 1 1/2L from Windsor Pass 9.13 and Chavajod (GB) 9.0 LEP 22 JUL 13rn hcp (45-75)1m Gd 1min 42.1sec 5/2Fav HR73 D.P. McDonogh 9.2 won 4L 1 1/4L from Tellthemi’mhere 9.2 and Breaker Of Chains (USA) 9.2 here 18 JUL 6rn mdn 1m Gd 1min 40.6sec

9

LOVELY ESTEEM (GB) (40)

3

Br B f Siyouni (FR) - Persona Grata (GB) B Puerari, Hazan, Gravereaux & Oceanic O John C Oxley

9

2

(128)

(1)

4-143 F Declan McDonogh J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

Lightly-raced filly who was last seen finishing third in the Group Two Kilboy Estate Stakes over course and distance. Ran on well that day and may be better over further in time. Stable won this in 2014 and she could go well at a big price. Winning Range AW. Star Rating 2 Lovely Esteem (GB) 1 flat win r8,260.00 — Handicap Rating 96 16/1 HR94 D.P. McDonogh 9.2 1 3/4L 3 1/2L 3rd to Insinuendo 9.11 here 18 JUL 7rn Group 2 1m 1f Gd 16/1 HR88 D.P. McDonogh 9.2 4 1/4L 1 1/4L 1/2L 4th to Rocky Sky 9.2 NAV 25 APR 15rn Listed 1m 2f Gd 2/5Fav D.P. McDonogh 9.2 won 2 1/2L 3 3/4L from Thrumps Dream 9.2 and Tassel Flower 8.11 DUN 22 JAN 14rn mdn 7f Std 1min 27.9sec

10 MY GENERATION (USA) (47)

3

Br Ch f Speightstown (USA) - Louvakhova (USA) B Cindy Heider & Courtney Heider O Scott C Heider

(TStrap)

9

2

(128)

(2)

31096 F Shane Crosse J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

Took the Listed Patton Stakes at Dundalk on only her second start but hasn’t really built on that in three starts since in the grade with a five and a half length sixth at Fairyhouse last month. Upped in trip but has to find more. Winning Range AW. Star Rating 2 My Generation (USA) 1 flat win r22,125.00 — Handicap Rating 98 11/1 HR101 D. McMonagle 9.2 (TS) 5 1/2L 6th of 12 to Pearls Galore (FR) 9.10 FAIR 11 JUL Group 3 7f Gd 15/2 S.M. Crosse 9.2 (TS) 6 1/4L 9th of 11 to Joan Of Arc 9.2 LEP 9 MAY Group 3 1m Gd 13/2 S.M. Crosse 9.2 (TS) 10L 14th of 15 to Keeper Of Time 9.2 LEP 11 APR Group 3 7f Gd

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RACE THREE

6

11 OODNADATTA (14)

3

9

2

(128)

(11)

539-8u4 F Shane Foley J Mrs John Harrington T

Br B f Australia (GB) - Bewitched B R Scarborough & Carradale O R Scarborough & Mrs John Magnier

Won on her debut in June last year and not disgraced this season with a three length fourth in the Group Three Royal Whips Stakes here last time, out over a furlong further. Ran on late there and may not be suited by this reduced trip. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 2 Oodnadatta 1 flat win r9,735.00 — Handicap Rating 103 16/1 HR106 W.M. Lordan 8.11 3/4L 1 3/4L 1/2L 4th to Earlswood (GB) 9.3 here 13 AUG 12rn Group 3 1m 2f Yld 11/2 HR106 S. Foley 9.2 u.r. in race won by Insinuendo 9.11 here 18 JUL 7rn Group 2 1m 1f Gd 25/1 HR107 C.T. Keane 9.0 5 1/2L last of 8 to Thundering Nights 9.12 here 27 JUN Group 1 1m 2f Gd/Frm

12 SHALE (61)

3

RACE THREE

9

2

(128)

(8)

216-506 F Gavin Ryan J Donnacha Aidan O’Brien T

Br B f Galileo - Homecoming Queen B Coolmore O Derrick Smith & Mrs John Magnier & Michael Tabor

Winner of the Group One Moyglare Stud Stakes as a juvenile but yet to win this season. Drops in grade after a four-and-a-half-length sixth in the Pretty Polly Stakes (Group One) and may well find this company far less exacting. Winning Range SH-Gd. Star Rating 5 Shale 3 flat wins r186,145.00 C — Handicap Rating 108 13/2 HR109 G.M. Ryan 9.0 4 1/2L 6th of 8 to Thundering Nights 9.12 here 27 JUN Group 1 1m 2f Gd/Frm Gavin Ryan 9.0 13L 10th of 11 to Alcohol Free 9.0 ASCOT 18 JUN Group 1 7f 213yds Hvy 7/2Fav HR113 R.L. Moore 9.5 2 3/4L 5th of 15 to Keeper Of Time 9.2 LEP 11 APR Group 3 7f Gd

13 SWEET MOLLY MALONE (USA) (16)

3

9

2

(128)

(4)

75-3150 F

Br B f American Pharoah (USA) - Cherry Hinton (GB) B Orpendale & Chelston O Michael Tabor & Derrick Smith & Mrs John Magnier

J

A P O’Brien T

Distance winner at Leopardstown in June but well beaten twice since in a handicap at Killarney and a Listed race at Gowran Park. Her stable have won three of the last five runnings of this contest but she needs to step up on recent form. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 3 Sweet Molly Malone (USA) 1 flat win r13,865.00 — Handicap Rating 86 12/1 HR86 W.M. Lordan 9.2 13L 10th of 12 to Solene Lilyette 9.10 GOW 11 AUG Listed 1m 1f 100yds Gd/Yld 11/4Fav HR86 W.M. Lordan 9.6 4L 5th of 9 to The Blue Brilliant 9.10 KILL 13 JUL Ext hcp 1m 3f 35yds Gd 100/30 HR78 W.M. Lordan 9.6 won 1 1/4L 3/4L from Flagged (GB) 9.10 and Supershock 9.2 LEP 10 JUN 6rn Ext hcp 1m 1f 41yds Gd 1min 58.3sec

14 WOODLAND GARDEN (16)

3

Br B f Galileo - Chintz B Coolmore O Derrick Smith & Mrs John Magnier & Michael Tabor

9

2

(128)

(3)

35179 F Seamie Heffernan J A P O’Brien T

Won her maiden last time out at Gowran Park and needs to build on that to take a hand here. Beautifully bred sister to The Gurkha who may well step up on what we have seen so far. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 3 Woodland Garden 1 flat win r8,260.00 — Handicap Rating 88 8/1 HR89 J.A. Heffernan 9.2 7 1/4L 9th of 12 to Solene Lilyette 9.10 GOW 11 AUG Listed 1m 1f 100yds Gd/Yld 28/1 HR88 M.C. Hussey 9.2 6 1/2L 7th of 10 to Willow 9.2 NAAS 23 JUN Listed 1m 2f Gd 100/30 J.A. Heffernan 9.2 won 1 3/4L 2 1/2L from Ulster Blackwater 9.2 and Vario (GB) 9.2 GOW 13 JUN 14rn mdn 1m 1f 100yds Gd 2min 3.2sec

TStrap worn by No. 4, No. 10.

Probable Starting Prices - 7/2 Champers Elysees, 4/1 Shale, 6/1 Oodnadatta, 10/1 Emaniya, Flirting Bridge, Lovely Esteem (GB), My Generation (USA), 12/1 Solene Lilyette, I Siyou Baby (GB), 14/1 Acanella (GB), Woodland Garden, 16/1 Sweet Molly Malone (USA), 20/1 So I Told You, 50/1 Dixie Bluebell 2020 - 1st Thundering Nights 2nd Albigna 3rd Epona Plays (2 min. 4.6 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT Solene Lilyette goes from strength to strength and seems sure to put up another bold performance from near the front, though there is a possibility this may prove a step too far for her. Champers Elysees is a class act at her best and is dropped in grade making her a major player once again, but three-year-olds have a great record and SHALE will find this company far easier to deal with than the two Group 1 races she contested in June.

WIN: SHALE

DANGER: CHAMPERS ELYSEES

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THE HEIDER FAMILY

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

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

“It’s just been a fantastic experience for us. We love our partnership with Joseph O’Brien and we’ve been very fortunate to race some talented individuals on Irish racecourses the last few years including Agartha, Crossfirehurricane, A New Dawn, Take A Deep Breath and an American Pharoah filly named Pista.

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

The Heider’s success has been marked with victories on some of racing’s biggest days. Their flagship horse, Crossfirehurricane, won on debut at Limerick and followed that up with three successive victories, notably in the Gallinule Stakes, which they sponsor. Recently, connections have unleashed Agartha, a Caravaggio filly who recently landed the Group 2 Debutante Stakes here at the Curragh.

The talented Pista has also showcased her talent, progressing rapidly under the care

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of Joseph O’Brien to take the Vinnie Roe Stakes at Leopardstown before following up in the Group 2 Park Hill at Doncaster. Her fine three-year-old season ended with a close second behind the smart filly Wonderful Tonight in the Group 1 Prix de Royallieu at Longchamp.

“I began racing and breeding thoroughbreds with my father 25 years ago in The States. We’ve enjoyed some terrific times and been blessed with a number of high caliber horses including 2019 Grade I winner “Mia Mischief”.

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

I’ve enjoyed reading everything I can get my hands on the last few years starting with several biographies about the iconic Vincent O’Brien. I have to admit I’ve developed an appreciation I thought I’d never Cindy and Scott Heider with Keeneland’s Senior Vice President of SalesTony Lacy (on left) have for horse’s over the jumps!

It’s safe to say, we’re here to stay racing in Ireland.”

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

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FOURTH RACE 5.45P.M. THE HEIDER FAMILY STABLES ROUND TOWER STAKES OF W50,000 (GROUP 3)

6f

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

Stalls Centre of Course. Value to winner: r29500; Second: r10000; Third: r5000; Fourth: r2500; Fifth: r1500; Sixth: r1000.

(For Race Conditions see page 79)

RACE SPONSOR

Barry Lacy, representing Heider Family Stables, will present a prize to be awarded to the winning owner and a prize to the groom in charge of the horse judged to be best turned out.

TRIFECTA RACE

RACE FOUR

Br Breeding No

Horse

1

COWBOY JUSTICE (GB) (19)

B Breeder

O Owner

F Form

J Jockey

T Trainer

Age

st

lb

(lbs)

Draw

2

9

5

(131)

(10)

21 F Shane Foley J Mrs John Harrington T

Br B c Lope de Vega - Starflower (GB) B Brightwalton Bloodstock Ltd O Alpha Racing

Built on his encouraging debut over this course and distance when scoring gamely over 7f here last time. Given the speed he showed latest, cutting back in trip should suit and he demands respect. Winning Range Yld. Star Rating 4 Cowboy Justice (GB) 1 win r9,735.00 C 2/1Fav S. Foley 9.7 won nk 1 3/4L from Swan Bay 9.7 and Craic At Dawn 9.7 here 8 AUG 15rn mdn 7f Yld 1min 28.8sec 9/2 S. Foley 9.7 3 3/4L 2nd to Beauty Inspire 9.7 here 25 JUN 11rn mdn 6f Gd

2

DROMBEG BANNER (20)

2

9

5

(131)

(12)

51 F Billy Lee J K J Condon T

Br B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Drombeg Dawn B Philip McAuliffe O Cian McAuliffe

Didn’t pull up any trees on debut but took giant strides forward when scoring over 5f at Cork second time out. Going back up in trip shouldn’t be a problem and he can’t be ruled out. Winning Range Sft. Star Rating 3 Drombeg Banner 1 win r9,145.00 100/30 N.G. McCullagh 9.7 won 1 1/4L 1 1/2L from Orinoco River (USA) 9.2 and Memory Motel (GB) 9.2 CK 7 AUG 7rn mdn 5f Sft 1min .6sec 9/1 W.J. Lee 9.7 5L 5th of 8 to Recurrent Dream 9.7 NAAS 21 JUL mdn 5f 205yds Gd

3

HADMAN (25)

2

Br Ch c Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Anneli B Merriebelle Irish Farm Ltd O The Al Mamoura Partnership

(TStrap)

9

5

(131)

(9)

631138 F Dylan Browne McMonagle J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

Had to do a lot of racing on his own last time, which certainly wouldn’t help, and showed on his penultimate outing that he can be competitive at Group 3 level. Don’t dismiss. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 3 Hadman 2 wins r26,845.00 — Handicap Rating 99 16/1 HR99 D. McMonagle 9.4 (TS) 3 1/2L 8th of 22 to Sacred Bridge (GB) 9.2 NAAS 2 AUG 5f 205yds Gd 5/1 S.M. Crosse 9.5 (TS) 1 1/4L 1/2L 3rd to Beauty Inspire 9.5 here 17 JUL 5rn Group 3 6f 63yds Gd 2/1Fav D. McMonagle 9.3 won 3/4L 1 1/2L from Geocentric 9.3 and Heart To Heart (GB) 8.13 NAAS 3 JUL 9rn 5f 205yds Gd 1min 12.5sec

4

SAM MAXIMUS (GB) (24)

2

9

5

(131)

(3)

1334 F P J McDonald J Tom Dascombe (in GB) T

Br B c Showcasing (GB) - Daring Day (GB) B Whitsbury Manor Stud O John and Jess Dance

Certainly wasn’t disgraced on soft ground latest but was even better when faced with quick conditions the time before. Has shown he has the ability, he is versatile and holds leading claims. Winning Range GF. Star Rating 5 Sam Maximus (GB) 1 win €4,186.50 D — Handicap Rating 107 P. J. McDonald 9.0 1/2L s/hd 1/2L 4th to Have A Good Day 8.10 DEAUVILLE 3 AUG 10rn Group 3 6f Sft P. J. McDonald 9.0 hd hd 3rd to Lusail 9.0 NEWMARKET 8 JUL 11rn Group 2 6f Gd /Frm P. J. McDonald 9.2 1/2L 1 1/4L 3rd to Gis A Sub 8.12 PONTEFRACT 28 JUN 5rn 6f Gd

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THE ACROPOLIS (6)

2

9

5

(131)

(11)

419843 F Wayne Lordan J A P O’Brien T

Br B c Churchill - Hairy Rocket (GB) B Frank Dunne O Mrs J Magnier,M Tabor,D Smith,Westerberg

Has continuously been falling short at Group 2 level, although certainly no disgracing himself in defeat. Steps down in class slightly now and it would come as no surprise to see him involved at the finish. Winning Range Yld. Star Rating 3 The Acropolis 1 win r8,850.00 — Handicap Rating 101 14/1 HR100 W.M. Lordan 9.5 4 1/4L 2 1/4L 3rd to Point Lonsdale 9.5 here 21 AUG 6rn Group 2 7f Sft R. L. Moore 9.1 3/4L 1L 3 1/2L 4th to Angel Bleu (FR) 9.1 GOODWOOD 27 JUL 6rn Group 2 7f Sft 12/1 L.Dettori 9.5 6L 8th of 14 to Go Bears Go 9.5 here 26 JUN Group 2 6f Gd

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THE ENTERTAINER (6)

2

9

5

(131)

(6)

169486 F Seamie Heffernan J A P O’Brien T

Br Br c Caravaggio (USA) - Cape Joy B Mr B Doyle O M Tabor,D Smith Mrs J Magnier,Westerberg

Off the mark at the first-time of asking back in May but has been slightly disappointing since, for all he was only beaten two lengths in a course Group 3 three starts ago. Others preferred. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 2 The Entertainer 1 win r9,145.00 — Handicap Rating 98 50/1 HR98 J.A. Heffernan 9.5 11L last of 6 to Point Lonsdale 9.5 here 21 AUG Group 2 7f Sft 50/1 HR98 J.A. Heffernan 9.5 11L last of 8 to Ebro River 9.5 here 8 AUG Group 1 6f Yld 17/2 HR94 R.L. Moore 9.5 1 1/4L 1/2L nk 4th to Beauty Inspire 9.5 here 17 JUL 5rn Group 3 6f 63yds Gd

ULTRAMARINE (25)

2

9

5

(131)

(7)

45223 F Shane Crosse J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

Br B c Zoffany - Onyali B Newtown Anner Stud O Newtown Anner Stud Farm Ltd

Still searching for that elusive first victory, but has placed on his last three starts and produced a career-best performance when third over this trip at Naas most recently. Certainly no forlorn hope. Star Rating 3 Ultramarine 50/1 HR88 S.M. Crosse 9.4 1/2L 3/4L 3rd to Sacred Bridge (GB) 9.2 NAAS 2 AUG 22rn 5f 205yds Gd 9/4 D. McMonagle 9.4 ns 2nd to Glengarra 9.7 DRYL 23 JUL 8rn mdn 7f Gd 13/8Fav D. McMonagle 9.1 s/hd 2nd to Hapipi Go Lucky 8.10 FAIR 11 JUL 13rn mdn 6f Gd

8

GEOCENTRIC (48)

2

9

2

(128)

(5)

21 F Gary Carroll J G M Lyons T

Br B f Kodiac (GB) - Rajmahal (UAE) B Tally-Ho Stud O SBA Racing Limited

Made a promising debut when touched off by the reopposing Hadman and probably ran to a similar level when winning her maiden last time.

Needs to improve to win this, but that’s not out of the question. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 3 Geocentric 1 win r9,145.00 2/11Fav C.T. Keane 9.2 won 1 3/4L 3 1/2L from Speedacus 9.7 and Thismydream 9.7 NAV 10 JUL 6rn mdn 5f Gd 1min 2.6sec 11/4 C.T. Keane 9.3 3/4L 2nd to Hadman 9.3 NAAS 3 JUL 9rn 5f 205yds Gd

9

LADIES CHURCH (GB) (37)

2

9

2

Br Ch f Churchill - Rioticism (FR) B Dukes Stud & Overbury Stallions Ltd O Mark Dobbin

(128)

(2)

411 F Ben Coen J J P Murtagh T

Improving all the time and powered clear to readily win a Listed race over 5f at Naas latest. Stepping back up in distance shouldn’t pose any problems and she must enter calculations. Winning Range Gd-GF. Star Rating 4 Ladies Church (GB) 2 wins r36,580.00 — Handicap Rating 102 3/1 B.M. Coen 9.2 won 2 1/4L 1 3/4L from Pennine Hills 9.2 and Sophie’s Star (GB) 9.2 NAAS 21 JUL 6rn Listed 5f Gd 58.8sec 8/1 B.M. Coen 9.2 won 3/4L 2 1/4L from Orinoco River (USA) 9.2 and Pearl Palinka 9.2 TIPP 30 JUN 8rn mdn 5f Gd/Frm 57.7sec 8/1 B.M. Coen 9.2 hd 2L 1L 4th to Impeachd Alexander 9.2 CK 9 JUN 8rn mdn 6f Yld

10 ORINOCO RIVER (USA) (14)

2

Br B f War Front (USA) - Coin Broker B Orpendale & Chelston O M Tabor,D Smith,Mrs J Magnier,Westerberg

9

2

(128)

(4)

282523 F Gavin Ryan J Donnacha Aidan O’Brien T

Yet to score from six starts, has plenty to find on official ratings and stretches out beyond 5f for the first time. Although hard to completely dismiss, she has a lot on her plate. Star Rating 2 Orinoco River (USA) — Handicap Rating 92 14/1 HR90 G.M. Ryan 9.0 1/2L 1L 3rd to Head Mistress 9.0 here 13 AUG 11rn Listed 5f Gd 5/4Fav HR91 G.M. Ryan 9.2 1 1/4L 2nd to Drombeg Banner 9.7 CK 7 AUG 7rn mdn 5f Sft 7/2 G.M. Ryan 9.2 14L 5th of 6 to Ladies Church (GB) 9.2 NAAS 21 JUL Listed 5f Gd

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RACE FOUR

7

11 PENNINE HILLS (37)

2

9

2

(128)

(1)

12 F Declan McDonogh J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

Br B f Kodiac (GB) - Milana (FR) B Martin Butler O Sun Bloodstock

Impressive on debut over this trip at Fairyhouse and possibly outpaced a little when dropping down to 5f in Listed company last time.

Back up in trip now and not without hope. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 3 Pennine Hills 1 win r8,260.00 D 100/30 D.P. McDonogh 9.2 2 1/4L 2nd to Ladies Church (GB) 9.2 NAAS 21 JUL 6rn Listed 5f Gd 11/4 D.P. McDonogh 9.2 won 2 1/2L hd from Concert Hall 9.2 and Rosslare Strand 9.2 FAIR 7 JUL 9rn mdn 6f Gd 1min 17.2sec

12 SACRED BRIDGE (GB) (25)

2

9

2

(128)

(8)

111 F Colin Keane J G M Lyons T

Br B f Bated Breath (GB) - Sacred Shield (GB) B Juddmonte Farms Ltd O Juddmonte

Unbeaten in three starts to date and looks to be improving all the time. She probably needs to step forward again to complete the four-timer, but there is every chance of that happening. Winning Range Gd-GF. Star Rating 4 Sacred Bridge (GB) 3 wins r181,245.00 15/8Fav C.T. Keane 9.2 won 1/2L 3/4L from Bosh 9.4 and Ultramarine 9.4 NAAS 2 AUG 22rn 5f 205yds Gd 1min 12sec 1/1Fav C.T. Keane 9.0 won 1 1/4L 1 1/2L from Misty Ayr 9.0 and Harmony Rose (GB) 9.0 TIPP 30 JUN 5rn Listed 5f Gd/Frm 57.2sec 11/10Fav C.T. Keane 9.2 won 1 1/2L 3/4L from Agartha 9.2 and Sablonne (GB) 9.2 NAAS 23 JUN 10rn mdn 5f 205yds Gd 1min 12.7sec

RACE FOUR

TStrap worn by No. 3.

Probable Starting Prices - 11/4 Sacred Bridge (GB), 9/2 Sam Maximus (GB), 7/1 Ultramarine, Ladies Church (GB), 8/1 Hadman, The Acropolis, 12/1 Cowboy Justice (GB), The Entertainer, Geocentric, 14/1 Drombeg Banner, Pennine Hills, 16/1 Orinoco River (USA) 2020 - 1st New Treasure 2nd Teresa Mendoza 3rd Coulthard (1 min. 16.9 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT A fiercely competitive Group 3 contest, in which Sacred Bridge holds obvious claims looking to make it four from four. However, this represents a further step up in class for Ger Lyons’ filly and it could be SAM MAXIMUS that comes out on top. The Showcasing colt showed his 40/1 third in an excellent July Stakes to be no fluke when a length fourth in Group 3 company at Deauville last time and switching back to a faster surface here will help his cause. Cowboy Justice, a 7f course maiden winner, adds further spice to the race.

WIN: SAM MAXIMUS

DANGER: SACRED BRIDGE

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HORSE WELFARE - A PRIORITY

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

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

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

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

THE ASSOCIATION OF IRISH RACECOURSE VETERINARY SURGEONS (AIRCVS)

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Bord Na Mona Recycling Future Stars Series The Curragh is delighted to partner with Bord Na Mona Recycling on a plan to improve sustainability which is a very important strategic long term place of the racecourse.

Bord Na Mona Recycling believes in developing for the future and investing in people and as part of this, we are delighted that they are sponsoring a series of 5 races for apprentice jockeys this season, helping to develop the future talent of Irish racing Each race-winning jockey will be awarded points for the top four in each Bord Na Mona Apprentice Series Race

The winning jockey will be awarded a prize at the end of the series which will take place over five dates - 3rd May, 25th June, 27th August, 25th September and 10th October

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THE BOR

Race one of the series was won in superb style by Dean Curran and Pretty Rebel, who defied an extremely poor start to rally and win going away by half a length.

Curran showed extraordinary tenacity to roust his mount along following a slow start and the pair latched on to the main group. Once in and around his rivals, Pretty Rebel stuck to the task and saw off favourite Ottawa Fire and Jamie Powell to win for trainer Gerard O’Leary.

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RD NA MONA RECYCLING FUTURE STARS SERIES

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(M7, J12 Beside The Curragh Racecourse) 045 435020 sales@tri-ireland.com www.triequestrian.ie 47

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FIFTH RACE 6.15P.M. THE TRI EQUESTRIAN HANDICAP OF W21,000

6f

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

Stalls Centre of Course. Handicaps calculated 23rd August. Value to winner: r12390; Second: r4200; Third: r2100; Fourth: r1050; Fifth: r630; Sixth: r420.

(For Race Conditions see page 79)

RACE SPONSOR

A representative of TRI Equestrian will present a prize to be awarded to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a prize to the groom in charge of the horse judged to be best turned out

TRIFECTA RACE Br Breeding No

Horse

1

LAUGH A MINUTE (GB) (12)

B Breeder

O Owner

F Form

J Jockey

T Trainer

Age

st

lb

(lbs)

Draw

6

10

0

(140)

(1)

970068 F Cian MacRedmond (7) J Adrian McGuinness T

Br B g Mayson (GB) - Funny Enough (GB) B Whitsbury Manor Stud & Mrs M E Slade O Shamrock Thoroughbreds

Performed well in a competitive Galway handicap on his penultimate start before meeting some trouble in running on the all-weather at Dundalk last time. May get closer on this occasion. Winning Range Yld-GF. Star Rating 3 Laugh A Minute (GB) 4 flat wins r216,342.20 D — Handicap Rating 98 15/2 HR98 G.M. Ryan 9.12 4 3/4L 8th of 14 to Angel Palm (GB) 9.1 DUN 15 AUG hcp 6f Std 25/1 HR100 Sam Ewing 9.4 4 1/2L 6th of 14fn, 15rn to Current Option 9.7 GAL 1 AUG Ext hcp 7f Gd 50/1 HR102 C.J. MacRedmond 9.6 4 3/4L 11th of 19 to Major Power 8.4 here 17 JUL Ext hcp 6f 63yds Gd

RACE FIVE

2

LADY PRINCESS (112)

3

9

7

(133)

(4)

13100-7 F Billy Lee J W McCreery T

Br B f Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Million Spirits B John Quigley O John Quigley

Listed winner as a juvenile before failing to match that level of form in three subsequent outings. Drops in grade on her first start for this yard but others make more appeal. Winning Range Hvy-Gd. Star Rating 3 Lady Princess 2 flat wins r30,090.00 D — Handicap Rating 94 66/1 HR95 J.M. Sheridan 9.2 8 1/4L 7th of 8 to Measure Of Magic 9.2 CK 7 MAY Listed 5f 110yds Gd/Frm 50/1 HR98 J.M. Sheridan 8.7 10L last of 14 to Urban Beat 9.13 DUN 16 OCT 20 Group 3 5f Std 11/1 HR98 J.M. Sheridan 9.2 10L last of 10 to A Case Of You 9.5 here 11 OCT 20 Group 3 6f 63yds Sft

3

BIG GOSSEY (12)

4

Br Gr g Gutaifan - Toy Show B Mr E Heary O Allegro Syndicate

9

(TStrap)

5

(131)

(7)

506420 F Michael Hussey J Charles O’Brien T

Had performed well in competitive handicaps on the turf this year before a slow start hindered his chances at Dundalk last time.

Has the cheekpieces removed this time and can make an impact. Winning Range Gd & AW. Star Rating 4 Big Gossey 3 flat wins r30,110.00 CD — Handicap Rating 89 10/1 HR89 M.C. Hussey 9.3 (CP) 6 3/4L 12th of 14 to Angel Palm (GB) 9.1 DUN 15 AUG hcp 6f Std 12/1 HR89 M.C. Hussey 9.12 (CP) 2 1/4L 2nd to Blairmayne 9.6 NAAS 2 AUG 12rn Ext hcp 5f 205yds Gd 80/1 HR89 M.C. Hussey 9.0 hd 2L 1/2L 4th to Major Power 8.4 here 17 JUL 19rn Ext hcp 6f 63yds Gd

4

ONLY SPOOFING (27)

7

9

5

(131)

(2)

124886 F Gary Carroll J Kevin Thomas Coleman T

Br B g Approve - Golden Anthem (USA) B Limestone and Tara Studs O Seamus Mannion & Francis Durbin

Has posted some solid efforts in strong handicaps on both sides of the Irish Sea this year, including when finishing sixth in the Stewards’ Sprint at Goodwood on his latest start. Not discounted. Winning Range Gd-GF. Star Rating 3 Only Spoofing 9 flat wins r107,062.20 — Handicap Rating 89 Marco Ghiani 9.7 5L 6th of 25 to Mr Wagyu 9.8 GOODWOOD 31 JUL hcp 6f Sft Tom Marquand 8.7 7L 8th of 12 to Lord Riddiford 8.6 GOODWOOD 27 JUL hcp (86-105)5f Sft Megan Nicholls 8.11 4L 8th of 18 to Significantly (GB) 8.12 ASCOT 10 JUL hcp 5f Gd

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THE BLUE PANTHER (16)

3

9

(TStrap)

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

4

(130)

(13)

441669 F Wesley Joyce (7) J Michael Mulvany T

Successful on his last run at this trip and shaped a good deal better than the result would suggest from an outside draw at Gowran Park last time. Looks capable of a big run. Winning Range Hvy-Yld. Star Rating 5 The Blue Panther 2 flat wins r18,880.00 — Handicap Rating 91 18/1 HR93 W. Joyce 8.8 (TS) 10L last of 9 to Nebo 9.13 GOW 11 AUG hcp 7f Gd/Yld 40/1 HR93 Sam Ewing 9.7 (TS) 7 1/2L 6th of 11 to Moddy Poddle 8.10 GAL 27 JUL Ext hcp 1m 123yds Sft 10/1 HR90 Sam Ewing 9.5 (TS) 3 3/4L 6th of 8 to Storm Legend 9.10 NAAS 3 JUL 7f Gd

6

MIA MENTO (20)

5 (Visor)

Br B f Casamento - Mia Divina (GB) B C Marnane O Summerseat Stables Ltd

9

3

(129)

(10)

052504 F Shane Foley J Mrs John Harrington T

Talented when producing her best form, including at this track in June, but slow starts have plagued her recently and the application of a visor will need to have a positive effect. Winning Range GF. Star Rating 3 Mia Mento 1 flat win r15,375.00 D — Handicap Rating 87 12/1 HR87 S.T. McCullagh 9.6 (CP) 2 1/4L s/hd 1 1/4L 4th to Affable (GB) 8.8 CK 7 AUG 8rn hcp 7f Sft 20/1 HR87 S. Foley 9.9 (CP) 9L 11th of 15 to Galtee Mist 9.9 GAL 27 JUL Listed 7f Sft 7/2 HR87 S. Foley 9.12 (CP) 7 1/2L last of 5 to Emphatic Answer 9.1 here 18 JUL hcp 1m Gd

7

SHABAABY (GB) (35)

6

9

(CPiece)

Br Br g Kyllachy (GB) - On The Brink (GB) B Bearstone Stud Ltd O David Spratt

3

(129)

(9)

265070 F Donagh O’Connor J J F Levins T

8

FAN CLUB RULES (12)

4

9

(CPiece)

Br B g Gutaifan - Mia Divina (GB) B C Marnane O Luke Comer

1

(127)

(16)

000-095 F J M Sheridan (3) J Luke Comer T

Has posted solid efforts on his last two starts, including when fitted with cheekpieces at Dundalk last time, but others may prove better handicapped in this competitive heat. Winning Range GS. Star Rating 3 Fan Club Rules 1 flat win r9,000.00 — Handicap Rating 85 100/1 HR86 J.M. Sheridan 8.9 (CP) 4L 5th of 14 to Angel Palm (GB) 9.1 DUN 15 AUG hcp 6f Std 250/1 HR89 D.N. Curran 8.6 6 3/4L 9th of 14fn, 15rn to Current Option 9.7 GAL 1 AUG Ext hcp 7f Gd 125/1 HR90 G.F. Carroll 9.3 10L last of 10 to Roca Roma 9.10 KILL 12 JUL hcp 1m 20yds Yld

9

GRAMMATA (25)

3

Br B f Twilight Son (GB) - Parakopi B J Hanly, Castlemartin Sky & Skymarc Far O Lady O’Reilly

9

0

(126)

(8)

693839 F Izzy Clifton (7) J Denis Gerard Hogan T

Ran with great credit when finishing third in the Scurry at this track on her penultimate run before producing a lacklustre run at Naas on her latest outing. Needs to bounce back. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 3 Grammata 1 flat win r8,260.00 — Handicap Rating 87 9/2 HR87 J.M. Sheridan 9.2 13L 9th of 12 to Blairmayne 9.6 NAAS 2 AUG Ext hcp 5f 205yds Gd 28/1 HR84 Izzy Clifton 7.13 hd 2L 3rd to Major Power 8.4 here 17 JUL 19rn Ext hcp 6f 63yds Gd 18/1 HR84 James J. Doyle 8.6 4 3/4L 8th of 17 to Urban Beat 10.0 here 27 JUN Ext hcp 5f Gd/Frm

10 GOODNIGHT GIRL (14)

6

Br Gr f Clodovil - Leenavesta (USA) B Knockainey Stud O John Lynam

(Visor)

8

11

(123)

(15)

6-92687 F Mikey Sheehy (5) J Sarah Lynam T

Not beaten far in recent starts but she failed to seriously threaten on her latest run over the minimum trip at this track. Others make more convincing cases. Winning Range GF. Star Rating 3 Goodnight Girl 3 flat wins r16,834.10 D — Handicap Rating 81 10/1 HR82 W.M. Lordan 8.8 (V) (TS) 2 1/2L 7th of 9 to Strong Johnson 9.6 here 13 AUG Ext hcp 5f Gd 25/1 HR83 C.D. Hayes 8.8 (V) 4L 8th of 19 to Major Power 8.4 here 17 JUL Ext hcp 6f 63yds Gd 4/1 HR83 C.D. Hayes 10.0 (V) 2 1/4L 6th of 7 to Affable (GB) 8.9 NAAS 3 JUL Ext hcp 5f 205yds Gd

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RACE FIVE

Not disgraced in the Rockingham on his penultimate start but failed to back that up when finishing down the field at Cork on his latest run.

Others look more appealing. Winning Range Sft-GS. Star Rating 2 Shabaaby (GB) 3 flat wins r34,072.20 D — Handicap Rating 87 18/1 HR88 D.W. O’Connor 9.4 (BK) 9L 11th of 12 to Frenetic 10.0 CK 23 JUL Ext hcp 5f Gd/Frm 33/1 HR89 C.D. Hayes 9.1 (BK) 4 3/4L 7th of 17 to Urban Beat 10.0 here 27 JUN Ext hcp 5f Gd/Frm 20/1 HR89 D.W. O’Connor 9.6 (CP) 4 1/4L 13th of 16 to Dream Today 9.3 FAIR 11 JUN Ext hcp 6f Gd/Frm

11 PRETTY BOY FLOYD (14)

6

Br Ch g Footstepsinthesand (GB) - Hitra (USA) B Joseph Hernon O P G McManus

8

(Visor)

11

(123)

(6)

921052 F Colin Keane J Sarah Dawson T

Successful over 5f at Haydock in May and produced another good effort over that trip when finishing second at this course latest. Effective at this trip and could go well with Colin Keane taking over. Winning Range Hvy-Sft. Star Rating 4 Pretty Boy Floyd 3 flat wins r16,684.20 CD — Handicap Rating 81 3/1Fav HR81 Siobhan Rutledge 8.0 (BK) 1/2L 2nd to Strong Johnson 9.6 here 13 AUG 9rn Ext hcp 5f Gd 10/1 HR81 Siobhan Rutledge 9.3 (V) 3 1/2L 5th of 15 to Texas Rock 9.3 here 8 AUG Ext hcp 6f Yld 25/1 HR81 N.G. McCullagh 8.7 (V) 10L 14th of 17 to Urban Beat 10.0 here 27 JUN Ext hcp 5f Gd/Frm

12 LORD DUDLEY (25)

3

8

6

(118)

(12)

312213 F Leigh Roche J Kieran P Cotter T

Br B g Pride of Dubai (AUS) - Alice Thornton (GB) B Ms Diane O’Neill O Kildare Racing Club

Has shown progressive form this year and posted a solid effort when third at Naas earlier this month. Still has the scope for further improvement and is worthy of respect. Winning Range Sft-Gd. Star Rating 4 Lord Dudley 2 flat wins r12,095.00 D — Handicap Rating 79 7/2Fav HR79 D.P. McDonogh 8.13 2 1/4L 1 1/4L 3rd to Blairmayne 9.6 NAAS 2 AUG 12rn Ext hcp 5f 205yds Gd 5/2Fav HR68 D.P. McDonogh 10.0 won 3 3/4L hd from Basharat (GB) 9.9 and Amazing Emma 9.1 FAIR 7 JUL 14rn hcp (45-70)6f Gd 1min 14.9sec 100/30Fav HR68 C.T. Keane 9.0 2L 2nd to Wee Pablo 9.3 LIST 5 JUN 15rn hcp (45-75)7f Sft

13 DANDYVILLE (37)

3

8

6

(118)

(5)

0-58151 F Chris Hayes J Natalia Lupini T

Br Ch g Dandy Man - Lady Mandeville B Leslie Laverty O Dr J Syndicate

Has been successful on his last two starts on turf, including when scoring at Naas last month. Raised 7lb by the handicapper but looks one of the more likely contenders. Winning Range Gd-GF. Star Rating 4 Dandyville 2 flat wins r12,980.00 D — Handicap Rating 78 11/2 HR71 G.M. Ryan 9.6 won ns 2L from Indian Raj (GB) 8.10 and Parkers Hill 9.12 NAAS 21 JUL 10rn hcp (50-80)5f 205yds Gd 1min 11.2sec 14/1 HR71 S.P. Davis 9.10 1 3/4L 5th of 11 to Puerto De Vega (GB) 9.7 DUN 12 JUL hcp 7f Std 16/1 HR66 S. Foley 9.10 won hd nk from Gordon Bennett 9.9 and Kharma 9.6 FAIR 11 JUN 16rn hcp (45-70)6f Gd/Frm 1min 17sec

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14 KODIAC PRINCE (135)

4

8

6

(118)

(14)

5255-06 F Rory Cleary J Thomas Cleary T

Br B g Kodiac (GB) - Sundown (GB) B Tally-Ho Stud O Mrs H O’Toole

Met trouble in running when sixth at Leopardstown on his latest outing in April but he needs to prove his effectiveness at this trip on his return from a break. Winning Range Yld. Star Rating 3 Kodiac Prince 1 flat win r5,900.00 — Handicap Rating 75 18/1 HR78 R.P. Cleary 10.0 3 1/4L 6th of 17 to Midnight Fire 9.9 LEP 14 APR hcp (50-80)7f Gd 11/1 HR79 R.P. Cleary 9.8 13L 11th of 16 to Wonder Elzaam 10.4 NAAS 28 MAR Ext hcp 7f Hvy 12/1 HR80 R.P. Cleary 9.3 9 1/4L 5th of 18 to Galtee Mist 9.1 here 2 NOV 20 Ext hcp 7f Hvy

15 INDIAN RAJ (GB) (6)

7

Br B g Iffraaj (GB) - Princess Georgina (GB) B Old Mill Stud, S Williams & J Parry O Miss Rita Shah

8

(TStrap)

6

(118)

(3)

6-99923 F Wayne Lordan J Anthony McCann T

In good form recently, placing on his last two starts, but faces a much tougher task now stepping up in grade and racing from 14lb out of the handicap. Winning Range Sft-Gd & AW. Star Rating 3 Indian Raj (GB) 3 flat wins r17,863.70 — Handicap Rating 62 11/1 HR62 W.M. Lordan 9.9 (TS) 4 1/4L nk 3rd to Art Of Unity (GB) 9.10 here 21 AUG 17rn hcp (45-70)5f Sft 66/1 HR57 W.M. Lordan 8.10 (TS) ns 2nd to Dandyville 9.6 NAAS 21 JUL 10rn hcp (50-80)5f 205yds Gd 11/1 HR60 L.T. McAteer 9.6 (TS) 8 3/4L 9th of 10 to War Hero 9.9 DRYL 19 JUN hcp (45-65)6f 180yds Gd

16 POSITIVE POLLY (101)

3

Br Ch f Power (GB) - Shebelia (GER) B Minch Bloodstock O Mrs D P Magnier & C P Magnier

(Hood)

8

6

(118)

(11)

70-0 F Andrew Slattery J Mrs Jessica Magnier (R) T

Lightly-raced maiden who failed to offer much promise when finishing down the field in a Sligo maiden when last seen in May. 19lb out of the handicap and likely to find things tough. Star Rating 2 Positive Polly — Handicap Rating 60 25/1 J.A. Heffernan 9.2 12L 10th of 13 to Coins Cross 9.7 SLGO 18 MAY mdn 5f 200yds Yld/Sft 66/1 L.T. McAteer 8.13 (H) 16L last of 16 to Cecelia Clementine 9.2 here 6 NOV 20 mdn 1m Hvy 66/1 A.J. Farragher 8.9 (H) (TS) 11L 7th of 11 to Eylara 9.2 LEP 24 OCT 20 mdn 7f Sft/Hvy

50

CPiece worn by No. 7, No. 8. Hood worn by No. 16.

TStrap worn by No. 3, No. 5, No. 15. Visor worn by No. 6, No. 10, No. 11.

Long Handicap - Dandyville 8-5 (117), Kodiac Prince 8-5 (117), Indian Raj (GB) 7-6 (104), Positive Polly 7-1 (99) Probable Starting Prices - 4/1 Lord Dudley, 9/2 Pretty Boy Floyd, 5/1 Dandyville, 7/1 Only Spoofing, 8/1 Mia Mento, 12/1 Big Gossey, Grammata, 14/1 Laugh A Minute (GB), Lady Princess, 16/1 Goodnight Girl, Kodiac Prince, 20/1 Shabaaby (GB), Indian Raj (GB), 25/1 The Blue Panther, Fan Club Rules, 100/1 Positive Polly 2020 - 1st Tresorier (GB) 2nd Beckwith Place 3rd Galtee Mist (1 min. 18.2 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT A chance is taken on the Michael Mulvany-trained THE BLUE PANTHER now dropping in trip. The three-year-old was highly impressive when last seen over a sprint distance, hammering his rivals in a minor event at Sligo in June and, having showed up well for a long way over 7f at Gowran Park on his latest start, he may be capable of scoring here. Pretty Boy Floyd has posted some useful efforts this year and looks set to make another bold bid, while Lord Dudley and Big Gossey can also get involved.

WIN: THE BLUE PANTHER

DANGER: BIG GOSSEY

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THE CURRAGH RACECOURSE - STATISTICS 2021 (Includes all race days to date)

Runs

1st

2nd

3rd

4th

Colin Thomas Keane

Top 5 Jockeys

91

16

11

10

8

Prize Money €741,570.00

Ryan Lee Moore

56

13

9

5

3

€812,170.00

Shane Foley

85

8

7

8

9

€492,940.00

William James Lee

57

6

6

6

7

€288,910.00 €281,290.00

Christopher Denis Hayes

72

5

6

9

7

Runs

1st

2nd

3rd

4th

A. P. O’Brien

90

17

11

7

4

€1,423,000.00

Joseph Patrick O’Brien

93

9

17

12

4

€623,800.00

Top 5 Trainers (by prize money)

Prize Money

Charlie Appleby (in GB)

2

1

0

0

0

€588,000.00

J. S. Bolger

72

5

2

6

10

€449,835.00

Mrs John Harrington

93

7

9

7

13

€384,530.00

Top 5 Trainers (by no. of winners): A. P. O’Brien (17), J. P. O’Brien & G. M. Lyons (9), J. P. Murtagh (6) & J. S. Bolger (5) Top 5 Owners

Runs

1st

2nd

3rd

4th

Prize Money

4

1

1

0

0

€€591,000.00

Mrs John Magnier

123

18

14

13

7

€469,186.03

Michael Tabor

112

17

13

12

6

€450,411.58

Mrs J. S. Bolger

70

5

2

6

9

€439,585.00

Derrick Smith

105

16

13

11

6

€438,191.14

Godolphin

51

RACE FIVE

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THE BORD NA MONA REC FUTURE STARS SERIES

The Bord Na Mona Recycling Apprentice Derby marked race two of the series, which was won by Luke McAteer onboard Jim Bolger’s Beyond Happy.

A keen going sort, Beyond Happy was allowed to find his stride under McAteer and his mount was a willing partner who found himself in a comfortable lead after just a few furlongs.

He plugged on well and faced challenges, but always looked comfortable under McAteer and the pair recorded a cosy length and a quarter victory over Nikita Kane and Allora Yeats back in second.

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CYCLING

Q&A with Luke McAteer: Where are you from? Rathmullan, Donegal.

Who do you work for? Jim Bolger.

Did you always want to be a jockey?

Yes, always loved horses and racing.

Why did you decide to be a jockey?

I did pony racing when I was younger and went to Mr Bolger’s when I turned 16.

Biggest win of your career to date?

The Eyrefield Stakes Group 3 on Flying Visit.

Ambitions for the season? Lose my 5lb claim.

Ambitions for the future?

Lose my claim fully, hopefully ride nice horses in the big group races.

Favourite thing about riding at the Curragh?

Very fair track, best horse in the race nearly always wins Which jockey has been/is your biggest role model?

I’ve got a lot of help from plenty senior jockeys mostly from Rory Cleary, Kevin Manning & Ronan Whelan.

Best friend in the weighroom? Gavin Ryan Race you would love to win at the Curragh?

Any off the Classics, preferably the Derby.

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SIXTH RACE 6.45P.M. THE PADDY POWER IRISH CAMBRIDGESHIRE OF W80,000 (PREMIER HANDICAP)

1m

One Mile (1,600 metres) Guineas Post

Starting from stalls. Handicaps calculated 17th August. Value to winner: r47200; Second: r16000; Third: r8000; Fourth: r4000; Fifth: r2400; Sixth: r1600.

(For Race Conditions see page 79)

RACE SPONSOR

A representative of Paddy Power will present a prize to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a prize to the groom in charge of the horse judged to be best turned out.

TRIFECTA RACE Br Breeding No

Horse

1

SALTONSTALL (GB) (8)

B Breeder

O Owner

F Form

T Trainer

Age

st

lb

(lbs)

Draw

7

10

0

(140)

(29)

(C,T)

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

J Jockey

675065 F Sam Ewing (5) J Adrian McGuinness T

Winner of seven races up to 1m, but has drawn a blank from nine starts this year. Potentially well-treated if bringing his A-game to the table however. Winning Range Hvy-Gd. Star Rating 3 Saltonstall (GB) 7 flat wins r195,860.00 CD — Handicap Rating 105 11/1 HR105 R.P. Whelan 9.11 (CP) (TS) 6 1/4L 5th of 11 to Horoscope 9.5 KILL 19 AUG Listed 1m 30yds Gd 16/1 HR105 Sam Ewing 9.9 (CP) (TS) 5 1/2L 6th of 18 to Sirjack Thomas 8.8 GAL 27 JUL Ext hcp 1m 123yds Sft 33/1 HR106 C.J. MacRedmond 9.6 (CP) (TS) 10L last of 13 to Mosala 8.7 LEP 8 JUL Ext hcp 1m 2f Gd

2

CARRYTHEONE (GB) (335)

4

9

12

RACE SIX

(138)

(8)

421r1- F Ben Coen J J P Murtagh T

Br B g Lope de Vega - Song of Passion B Pevens Racing O Any Excuse For A Holiday Syndicate

Progressive three-year-old last season, winning twice over this C&D, including last time out. Reappears off a 6lb higher mark, but remains low mileage and a potential player if tuned up. Winning Range Yld-Gd. Star Rating 4 Carrytheone (GB) 2 flat wins r17,995.00 CD — Handicap Rating 103 11/2 HR97 S.B. Kelly 9.9 (H) won 1/2L 1 1/4L from Mythologic 8.13 and Dance Jupiter 9.11 here 26 SEP 20 14rn hcp 1m Yld 1min 42.6sec 9/4Fav HR96 S.B. Kelly 9.7 r.o. in race won by Flaming Moon 9.0 here 9 AUG 20 16rn Ext hcp 1m Gd/Yld 5/2Fav S.B. Kelly 9.4 (H) won 1/2L 6L from Finans Bay 9.7 and Daylight Come 9.7 here 10 JUL 20 13rn mdn 1m Yld 1min 40.1sec

3

PIERRE LAPIN (37)

4

9

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

10

(136)

(1)

1-006-43 F Ronan Whelan J Adrian McGuinness T

Successful twice at 6f as a juvenile but hasn’t quite kicked on as expected. Staying on over 7f last time out, however, so probably worth a tilt over this 1m trip. Winning Range GF. Star Rating 3 Pierre Lapin 2 flat wins r54,446.10 — Handicap Rating 101 16/1 HR102 R.P. Whelan 9.12 hd 4 1/2L 3rd to Mr Wendell (FR) 10.3 NAAS 21 JUL 8rn 7f Gd Andrea Atzeni 9.2 2 1/4L 1/2L 1 3/4L 4th to Toro Strike (USA) 9.2 THIRSK 17 APR 6rn 7f Gd /Frm Andrea Atzeni 9.0 15L 6th of 9 to Dream Of Dreams 9.6 NEWBURY 15 AUG 20 Group 2 7f Gd /Sft

4

SIRJACK THOMAS (26)

6

9

9

(135)

(10)

306114 F Cian MacRedmond (7) J Adrian McGuinness T

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

Winner of six races from 6f to 1m 1f, his most recent win coming at Galway on his penultimate start. Only managed eighth in this last year off a lower mark, though. Winning Range Hvy-Gd. Star Rating 3 Sirjack Thomas 6 flat wins r129,547.50 CD — Handicap Rating 100 6/1 HR97 M.P. Sheehy 9.1 1/2L 1/2L 2 3/4L 4th to Current Option 9.7 GAL 1 AUG 15rn Ext hcp 7f Gd 50/1 HR90 M.P. Sheehy 8.8 won 3L 1/2L from Quizical 9.3 and Mosala 9.2 GAL 27 JUL 18rn Ext hcp 1m 123yds Sft 1min 49.7sec 25/1 HR83 C.J. MacRedmond 8.9 won 1/2L 1 1/2L from Dream Tale (GB) 9.0 and Bopedro (FR) 9.11 here 26 JUN 17rn Ext hcp 1m Gd 1min 40.5sec

56

5

TAURAN SHAMAN (25)

5 (C,T)

Br B g Shamardal (USA) - Danelissima B Mark Johnston Racing Ltd O Zhang Yuesheng

9

8

(134)

(25)

513204 F Shane Foley J Mrs John Harrington T

He has won three times from 1m to 1m 2f but has been climbing the handicap without getting his head in front recently. Strong gallop should suit over this trip though. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 2 Tauran Shaman 3 flat wins r35,714.50 — Handicap Rating 99 11/4Fav HR99 S. Foley 10.2 (V) 1 3/4L nk 1L 4th to Magic Chegaga 8.12 NAAS 2 AUG 9rn hcp (70-100)1m 2f Gd 7/1 HR99 S. Foley 9.8 (CP) (TS) 59L last of 18 to Sirjack Thomas 8.8 GAL 27 JUL Ext hcp 1m 123yds Sft 7/1 HR96 S. Foley 9.3 (CP) (TS) 3/4L 2nd to Mosala 8.7 LEP 8 JUL 13rn Ext hcp 1m 2f Gd

6

IN FROM THE COLD (8)

4

9

6

(132)

(19)

627408 F Gary Carroll J Michael Mulvany T

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

Versatile sort who has won from 6f to 1m 2f, but the handicapper has held sway this year. Would ideally prefer easier ground and others make more appeal. Winning Range Hvy-Sft. Star Rating 2 In From The Cold 4 flat wins r55,193.00 — Handicap Rating 97 18/1 HR97 G.F. Carroll 9.11 10L 8th of 11 to Horoscope 9.5 KILL 19 AUG Listed 1m 30yds Gd 5/1Fav HR96 G.F. Carroll 9.6 14L 14th of 16 to Crowns Major (JPN) 7.13 GAL 31 JUL Ext hcp 1m 3f 180yds Gd 22/1 HR96 G.F. Carroll 9.5 3L 1/2L nk 4th to Sirjack Thomas 8.8 GAL 27 JUL 18rn Ext hcp 1m 123yds Sft

7

AGITARE (12)

4

9

5

(131)

(17)

007002 F Kevin Manning J J S Bolger T

Br Ch g Teofilo - Sway Me Now (USA) B J S Bolger O Mrs J S Bolger

Has only won once from 21 starts but ran a cracking race to finish fourth in this race a year ago (similar mark). Good effort at Dundalk latest, could go well at decent odds. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 3 Agitare 1 flat win r7,080.00 — Handicap Rating 96 25/1 HR93 L.T. McAteer 9.4 2L 2nd to Ides Of August (USA) 9.1 DUN 15 AUG 12rn Ext hcp 1m 2f 150yds Std 14/1 HR94 K.J. Manning 9.13 5 3/4L 10th of 13 to No More Porter 8.6 here 8 AUG Ext hcp 1m Yld 18/1 HR95 K.J. Manning 10.0 11L 16th of 17 to Sirjack Thomas 8.9 here 26 JUN Ext hcp 1m Gd

BOPEDRO (FR) (19)

5

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

(Visor)

9

3

(129)

(5)

00-1030 F Conor Hoban J Mrs John Harrington T

Winner of five races but hasn’t tasted success since scoring over C&D almost two years ago. Fairly treated on his best form, but ran well below that level latest. Winning Range Sft-GF. Star Rating 2 Bopedro (FR) 5 flat wins r45,784.00 CD — Handicap Rating 94 9/2 HR94 S. Foley 9.13 (CP) 88L last of 13 to No More Porter 8.6 here 8 AUG Ext hcp 1m Yld 6/1 HR92 S. Foley 9.11 (CP) 1/2L 1 1/2L 3rd to Sirjack Thomas 8.9 here 26 JUN 17rn Ext hcp 1m Gd 10/1 HR93 S. Foley 9.9 (CP) 6L 10th of 16 to Visualisation 8.11 here 23 MAY Ext hcp 1m Sft/Hvy

9

SPANISH TENOR (16)

7

Br Ch g Lope De Vega - Devious Soprano B J Monaghan O Shamrock Thoroughbreds

9

1

(127)

(22)

018033 F Dylan Browne McMonagle (3) J Adrian McGuinness T

He has won four times up to 1m, but has done most of his racing below this trip. Recently switched yards and has shown up well on his last two starts. Winning Range Sft-YS. Star Rating 3 Spanish Tenor 4 flat wins r39,092.00 D — Handicap Rating 92 7/1 HR92 C.J. MacRedmond 8.13 2 1/4L 1/2L 3rd to Nebo 9.13 GOW 11 AUG 9rn hcp 7f Gd/Yld 28/1 HR91 R.P. Whelan 9.0 1/2L 1/2L 3rd to Current Option 9.7 GAL 1 AUG 15rn Ext hcp 7f Gd 100/1 HR91 L.F. Roche 9.0 42L 17th of 18 to Sirjack Thomas 8.8 GAL 27 JUL Ext hcp 1m 123yds Sft

10 TOSHIZOU (19)

3

Br B c Galileo - Remember You B Coolmore O Toshihiro Matsumoto

(TStrap)

9

1

(127)

(18)

315-44 F Mikey Sheehy (5) J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

Unexposed sort who was making just his fifth start when an eye-catching fourth over C&D recently (denied a clear run). Looks well treated off an unchanged mark with improvement likely. Winning Range GY. Star Rating 5 Toshizou 1 flat win r8,260.00 — Handicap Rating 98 4/1Fav HR98 M.P. Sheehy 9.5 (TS) 1/2L 1/2L 1/2L 4th to No More Porter 8.6 here 8 AUG 13rn Ext hcp 1m Yld 12/1 HR98 D.P. McDonogh 9.6 (TS) 1/2L 1 1/4L nk 4th to Kyprios 9.6 CK 23 APR 6rn 1m 2f 40yds Gd 100/30 D.P. McDonogh 9.5 2 1/2L 5th of 8 to Zaffy’s Pride 9.0 DUN 2 OCT 20 Listed 7f Std

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RACE SIX

8

11 FASTNET CROWN (41)

4

9

(B,T)

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

0

(126)

(26)

1-02917 F Leigh Roche J M D O’Callaghan T

Produced his best performance to win over 6f here on his penultimate start. Less impressive here last time, but does get this longer trip.

Winning Range GF & AW. Star Rating 2 Fastnet Crown 2 flat wins r18,290.00 C D — Handicap Rating 91 9/1 HR92 L.F. Roche 9.3 (BK) (TS) 3 3/4L 7th of 19 to Major Power 8.4 here 17 JUL Ext hcp 6f 63yds Gd 13/2 HR83 L.F. Roche 9.6 (BK) (TS) won 3/4L 1 1/4L from Goodnight Girl 9.2 and Cityman (GB) 8.5 here 27 JUN 17rn Ext hcp 6f Gd/Frm 1min 13.3sec 8/1 HR83 L.F. Roche 9.3 (BK) (TS) 3 1/4L 9th of 16 to Dream Today 9.3 FAIR 11 JUN Ext hcp 6f Gd/Frm

12 COMFORT LINE (11)

4

8

(TStrap)

Br Gr g Alhebayeb - Begin The Beguine B Thomas G Cooke O L Mulvany

13

(125)

(14)

700826 F Wesley Joyce (7) J Michael Mulvany T

Twice a winner last season but tougher going this year, though he went close over C&D on his penultimate start. Needs a career-best effort to stand any chance. Winning Range Hvy-Gd. Star Rating 2 Comfort Line 2 flat wins r18,880.00 D — Handicap Rating 90 8/1 HR90 G.F. Carroll 10.0 (TS) 5 1/4L 6th of 14 to Royal Pippen 8.11 ROS 16 AUG Ext hcp 7f 71yds Gd/Yld 11/1 HR89 G.F. Carroll 9.8 (TS) 1/2L 2nd to No More Porter 8.6 here 8 AUG 13rn Ext hcp 1m Yld 33/1 HR91 G.F. Carroll 9.0 (TS) 5L 8th of 14fn, 15rn to Current Option 9.7 GAL 1 AUG Ext hcp 7f Gd

13 TYRCONNELL (35)

7

8

(Visor)

Br Ch g Bated Breath (GB) - Miss Honorine B J Hanly, T Stewart & A Stroud O Edward Lynam

13?+2 (125)

(15)

3-51515 F Shane Crosse J Sarah Lynam T

Experienced campaigner with six all-weather wins to his credit but he’s 0-14 on the turf. Hard to fancy for that reason despite a decent effort at Down Royal last time out. Winning Range AW. Star Rating 2 Tyrconnell 6 flat wins r37,383.50 D — Handicap Rating 90 22/1 HR90 G.M. Ryan 10.0 (V) 4L 5th of 9 to Geological 8.9 DRYL 23 JUL Ext hcp 7f Gd/Frm 9/2 HR80 S.M. Crosse 10.0 (BK) won 2 1/2L 1/2L from Bobby K 9.13 and Koybig 9.4 DUN 26 FEB 13rn Ext hcp 1m Std 1min 38.6sec 5/1 HR80 D. McMonagle 8.13 (V) 1 3/4L 5th of 13 to Well Suited 8.12 DUN 12 FEB hcp 1m Std

14 HE KNOWS NO FEAR (15)

4

8

12?+2 (124)

RACE SIX

(20)

706167 F Billy Lee J Luke Comer T

Br B c Mourayan - Tripudium B Luke Comer O Luke Comer

Caused a sensation when winning a Leopardstown maiden at 300/1 last year and progressed to win a 1m1f handicap there earlier this summer.

Not disgraced twice since, could be competitive. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 2 He Knows No Fear 2 flat wins r17,995.00 D — Handicap Rating 89 66/1 HR89 C.D. Hayes 9.9 5 1/4L 7th of 8 to Create Belief 8.13 LEP 12 AUG Group 3 1m Gd/Yld 22/1 HR89 G.P. Halpin 9.8 3 3/4L 6th of 17 to Sirjack Thomas 8.9 here 26 JUN Ext hcp 1m Gd 11/1 HR85 C.D. Hayes 9.5 won nk nk from Theophile 8.8 and Tauran Shaman 10.0 LEP 3 JUN 12rn Ext hcp 1m 1f Gd 1min 54.6sec

15 STAR HARBOUR (31)

3

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

8

(Visor)

12

(124)

(24)

951610 F Oisin Orr J Adrian McGuinness T

Has improved this year to win handicaps at Navan and Killarney but was found wanting off a revised mark at Galway last time, albeit on softer ground than ideal. No margin for error. Winning Range Yld-Gd. Star Rating 2 Star Harbour 2 flat wins r32,745.00 — Handicap Rating 95 12/1 HR95 D.P. McDonogh 8.10 (V) 12L 10th of 18 to Sirjack Thomas 8.8 GAL 27 JUL Ext hcp 1m 123yds Sft 16/5 HR90 C.T. Keane 9.7 (V) won 1 1/2L 1 1/4L from Rebel Tale (USA) 9.12 and Zephron (GB) 9.2 KILL 14 JUL 6rn 1m 40yds Gd 1min 43.4sec 14/1 HR90 C.D. Hayes 9.9 (V) 6L 6th of 13 to Iowa 8.12 DRYL 19 JUN Ext hcp 1m 4f 150yds Gd

16 ZOZIMUS (138)

3

Br B c Footstepsinthesand (GB) - Comment (GB) B Grange Stud O J Carthy

8

12

(124)

(4)

231-734 F Gavin Ryan J Donnacha Aidan O’Brien T

Only win came on the all-weather last winter and he’s 0-7 on the turf, though he’s been competitive recently over 1m2f. Strong end-to-end gallop should suit over this trip. Winning Range AW. Star Rating 3 Zozimus 1 flat win r6,490.00 D — Handicap Rating 95 14/1 HR97 P.A. Harnett 9.12 (BK) 3 3/4L 1 1/2L 1/2L 4th to Sir Lamorak 9.7 LEP 11 APR 13rn hcp 1m 2f Gd 10/1 HR88 M.P. Sheehy 8.1 (BK) 1/2L 1/2L 3rd to Aesop 8.13 CK 3 APR 14rn Ext hcp 1m 2f 30yds Yld 7/2 HR88 K.J. Leonard 9.5 8L last of 7 to My Generation (USA) 9.0 DUN 5 MAR Listed 1m Std

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17 ICE COLD IN ALEX (41)

7

8

(TStrap)

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

11

(123)

(27)

974125 F Robert Whearty (7) J K J Condon T

Three of his five wins have come on this track, including in a 26-runner 7f event here in June. Rated 10lb higher now though and is 0-6 when tackling 1m or beyond. Winning Range Gd-GF & AW. Star Rating 2 Ice Cold In Alex 5 flat wins r59,285.00 C — Handicap Rating 88 7/1 HR85 J.M. Sheridan 8.6 (TS) 2 3/4L 5th of 19 to Major Power 8.4 here 17 JUL Ext hcp 6f 63yds Gd 9/2 HR85 J.M. Sheridan 8.13 (TS) 1/2L 2nd to Nebo 9.13 FAIR 7 JUL 15rn Ext hcp 7f Gd 14/1 HR78 J.M. Sheridan 9.1 (TS) won 1 1/4L 1/2L from Dixie Bluebell 8.8 and Imposing Supreme 8.10 here 25 JUN 26rn hcp (60-90)7f Gd 1min 25.5sec

18 BIG BABY BULL (16)

5 (C,T)

Br Ch g Tagula - Grotta Del Fauno B Azienda Agricola Rosati Colarieti O Big Blue Star Syndicate

8

10

(122)

(30)

43-0002 F J M Sheridan (3) J Denis Gerard Hogan T

He has won three times from 19 starts, though seems happier over 7f and struggled to land a blow in this race 12 months ago. Decent second at Gowran last time, however. Winning Range GY-GF. Star Rating 2 Big Baby Bull 3 flat wins r55,587.50 C D — Handicap Rating 87 8/1 HR87 J.M. Sheridan 8.10 (CP) (TS) 2 1/4L 2nd to Nebo 9.13 GOW 11 AUG 9rn hcp 7f Gd/Yld 12/1 HR89 James J. Doyle 8.12 (CP) (TS) 7 1/2L 10th of 14fn, 15rn to Current Option 9.7 GAL 1 AUG Ext hcp 7f Gd 22/1 HR93 J.M. Sheridan 9.0 (CP) (TS) 10L 17th of 20 to Hightimeyouwon (GB) 8.5 CK 7 MAY Ext hcp 7f Gd/Frm

19 DEDILLON (27)

5

8

10

(122)

(28)

540261 F Andrew Slattery J Andrew Slattery T

Br B f Dylan Thomas - Cherry Falls B Mrs Sharon Lally O Sean Rushe

Formerly hard to win with, but was scoring for the third time this year when victorious at Galway last time out. Much more to do off a 7lb higher mark in a better race now. Winning Range Gd & AW. Star Rating 2 Dedillon 3 flat wins r22,420.00 D — Handicap Rating 87 20/1 HR80 A.J. Slattery 9.3 won 1 1/4L 1/2L from High Altitude 9.2 and Coill Na Sionainne 9.4 GAL 31 JUL 16rn Ext hcp 1m 73yds Gd 1min 44.8sec 17/2 HR80 A.J. Slattery 9.9 3 1/4L 6th of 8 to Himalayan Beauty 8.11 GOW 24 JUL hcp 1m Gd 10/1 HR78 A.J. Slattery 9.13 1 1/4L 2nd to Red Heel 8.8 BELW 2 JUL 12rn hcp (50-80)7f 175yds Gd

3

8

10?+2 (122)

(TStrap)

Br B g Fastnet Rock (AUS) - Desire Moi B Newtown Anner Stud O Newtown Anner Stud Farm Ltd

(13)

736-151 F Colin Keane J G M Lyons T

Lightly-raced Gowran maiden winner who was making just his second handicap start when scoring cosily over 7f here in May. Raised 9lb but likely there is more to come. Possible each-way value. Winning Range Hvy-Sft. Star Rating 3 Lust 2 flat wins r19,470.00 C — Handicap Rating 93 11/2 HR84 C.T. Keane 9.3 won 2L 1/2L from Liffey River (FR) 9.12 and Beagnach Sasta 8.6 here 22 MAY 13rn Ext hcp 7f Sft/Hvy 1min 27.4sec 7/2Fav HR84 Sam Ewing 9.11 3L 5th of 11 to Emphatic Answer 9.9 KILL 11 MAY Ext hcp 1m 31yds Sft 13/2 HR79 C.T. Keane 9.7 won 3/4L hd from Handel (USA) 9.7 and Dixie Bluebell 9.2 GOW 7 APR 16rn mdn 7f Sft 1min 33.1sec

21 MODDY PODDLE (8)

3

Br B f Pride of Dubai (AUS) - Dream Impossible B D J Maher O D J Maher

(TStrap) (inc. 7lbs ex)

8

10

(122)

(6)

9-43111 F Siobhan Rutledge (7) J Ms Sheila Lavery T

Highly progressive filly who completed a hat-trick over 1m at Killarney last week with a fair bit still seemingly up her sleeve. Has to be of interest under a 7lb penalty. Winning Range Sft-Gd. Star Rating 4 Moddy Poddle 3 flat wins r28,320.00 — Handicap Rating 93 11/2 HR86 R.C. Colgan 9.1 (TS) won 1 3/4L 1/2L from Doolin Dancer 8.13 and Ferrybank (GB) 9.0 KILL 19 AUG 12rn 1m 30yds Gd 1min 41.5sec 9/2 HR77 C.D. Hayes 8.10 (TS) won 3/4L 3 1/2L from Baseman (GB) 9.9 and Disco Boots 8.13 GAL 27 JUL 11rn Ext hcp 1m 123yds Sft 1min 52.1sec 11/4Fav HR69 Siobhan Rutledge 8.13 won 2L 1/2L from Himalayan Beauty 9.5 and Bears Hug 9.4 GOW 13 JUN 10rn hcp 1m 1f 100yds Gd 2min 3.3sec

22 DREAM TALE (GB) (27)

5

Br B g Shamardal (USA) - Dream Book (GB) B Godolphin O A Oliver

8

9

(121)

(9)

921226 F Nathan Crosse (3) J A Oliver T

Was winning for the second time this year (both 1m) when scoring at Limerick in June but has just been found wanting after climbing the handicap since. Others arguably better treated. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 3 Dream Tale (GB) 2 flat wins r17,995.00 D — Handicap Rating 86 9/2Fav HR86 R.P. Whelan 9.12 3 1/2L 6th of 16 to Dedillon 9.3 GAL 31 JUL Ext hcp 1m 73yds Gd 15/8Fav HR85 R.P. Whelan 9.9 1/2L 2nd to Bucky Larson 10.1 NAAS 21 JUL 9rn hcp 1m Gd 9/1 HR81 L.F. Roche 9.0 1/2L 2nd to Sirjack Thomas 8.9 here 26 JUN 17rn Ext hcp 1m Gd

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20 LUST (97)

23 EAGLE’S FLIGHT (19)

4

8

(TStrap)

Br B g Gleneagles - Love Excelling (FR) B John Connaughton O J Connaughton

9

(121)

(11)

731436 F N G McCullagh J M Halford T

First win came over 1m 3f but showed he had the speed to win over 1m when swooping late at Leopardstown in June. Tough going since off a revised mark, however. Winning Range Gd & AW Star Rating 3 Eagle’s Flight 2 flat wins r13,275.00 D — Handicap Rating 86 6/1 HR86 R.P. Whelan 9.5 (TS) 3L 6th of 13 to No More Porter 8.6 here 8 AUG Ext hcp 1m Yld 3/1Fav HR86 R.P. Whelan 8.13 (TS) 1/2L 1 1/2L 3rd to Roca Roma 9.10 KILL 12 JUL 10rn hcp 1m 20yds Yld 10/1 HR86 R.P. Whelan 9.5 (TS) 1/2L 1 1/2L 1L 4th to Sirjack Thomas 8.9 here 26 JUN 17rn Ext hcp 1m Gd

24 CRYSTAL BLACK (19)

3

8

8

(Visor)

Br B g Teofilo - She’s Our Mark (GB) B Moyglare Stud Farms Ltd O Moyglare Stud Farm

(120)

(21)

819 F Chris Hayes J D K Weld T

Impressive Ballinrobe maiden winner (1m1f) whose only subsequent run came over an inadequate 6f. Still an unknown quantity and very much respected for master trainer with a visor now introduced. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 4 Crystal Black 1 flat win r7,080.00 — Handicap Rating 91 14/1 HR91 O.J. Orr 10.2 6 1/2L 9th of 15 to Texas Rock 9.3 here 8 AUG Ext hcp 6f Yld 15/2 O.J. Orr 9.7 won 3L s/hd from Witham River 9.7 and Manwal 9.7 BAL 19 JUL 9rn mdn 1m 1f 96yds Gd 2min 3sec 25/1 O.J. Orr 9.7 14L 8th of 19 to Ebeneezer Perry (GB) 9.7 LEP 14 MAY mdn 1m Gd/Yld

25 JUYUSH (GB) (8)

6

8

7

(119)

(2)

1-69054 F Rory Cleary J Sarah Lynam T

Br B g Frankel (GB) - Faithfilly B The Faithfilly Partnership O Direct Bloodstock

French recruit who rattled off a rapid hat-trick on the all-weather for this yard last winter. Tougher going on the turf this summer, however, and looks up against it. Winning Range Hvy & AW. Star Rating 1 Juyush (GB) 4 flat wins r28,290.00 D — Handicap Rating 84 25/1 HR84 B.M. Coen 9.6 1 3/4L 1/2L nk 4th to Moddy Poddle 9.1 KILL 19 AUG 12rn 1m 30yds Gd 20/1 HR84 S.M. Crosse 9.3 3 1/2L 5th of 15 to Nebo 9.13 FAIR 7 JUL Ext hcp 7f Gd 33/1 HR85 S.M. Crosse 9.4 5 1/2L 10th of 17 to Sirjack Thomas 8.9 here 26 JUN Ext hcp 1m Gd

26 LUKE SHORT (GB) (62)

4

8

7

(119)

(23)

10-3065 F Danny Sheehy (3) J Noel Meade T

Br B g Sayif - Acclamare B Saleh Al Homaizi & Imad Al Sagar O The Spice Of Life Partnership

RACE SIX

Won impressively at Leopardstown last summer and not disgraced off higher marks this year when a shade unlucky on occasions. May not be far away if things drop right. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 3 Luke Short (GB) 2 flat wins r12,991.00 D — Handicap Rating 84 16/1 HR84 T.P. Madden 9.3 3 1/4L 5th of 17 to Sirjack Thomas 8.9 here 26 JUN Ext hcp 1m Gd 9/2 HR84 D. McMonagle 8.13 4 1/4L 6th of 12 to He Knows No Fear 9.5 LEP 3 JUN Ext hcp 1m 1f Gd 10/1 HR86 C.T. Keane 8.12 5 1/4L 10th of 20 to Hightimeyouwon (GB) 8.5 CK 7 MAY Ext hcp 7f Gd/Frm

27 MUSIC TO MY EARS (15)

4

Br Ch f Australia (GB) - Back On Top B Mrs Noreen McManus O John P McManus

(TStrap)

8

7

(119)

(7)

990638 F Wayne Lordan J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

Looked a likeable filly when scoring over C&D last summer but hasn’t quite kicked on this year without being disgraced. Not inconceivable that she has improvement in her. Winning Range Gd & AW Star Rating 3 Music To My Ears 2 flat wins r32,465.00 CD — Handicap Rating 84 Dylan Browne McMonagle 9.7 (TS) 4L 8th of 12 to Billhilly (GER) 9.9 LINGFIELD PARK 12 AUG hcp (0-90)1m 1yds Std 3/1 HR84 D. McMonagle 9.13 (TS) 3/4L 1/2L 3rd to Himalayan Beauty 8.11 GOW 24 JUL 8rn hcp 1m Gd 15/2 HR86 W.M. Lordan 9.10 (TS) 4 3/4L 6th of 11 to Sh Boom (GB) 9.11 GOW 13 JUN hcp 7f Gd

RESERVES 28 TURBULENCE (19)

4

Br B g Night of Thunder - Fearless Flyer B Oak Lodge Bloodstock O Mrs John J Murphy

8

7

(119)

(12)

03-13 F J

John Joseph Murphy T

Killarney maiden winner (1m) who shaped really encouragingly when third over C&D on his handicap debut recently. Remains open to improvement and could make his presence felt if getting a run. Reserve. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 4 Turbulence 1 flat win r7,965.00 — Handicap Rating 84 15/2 HR84 R.C. Colgan 9.3 1/2L 1/2L 3rd to No More Porter 8.6 here 8 AUG 13rn Ext hcp 1m Yld 22/1 R.C. Colgan 10.2 won 1 1/2L 3/4L from Great Realisation 9.7 and Handel (USA) 9.7 KILL 13 JUL 14rn mdn 1m 30yds Gd 1min 43.2sec 28/1 O.J. Orr 9.7 3 1/4L 3L 3rd to Menagerie 8.9 here 6 NOV 20 12rn mdn 1m 1f Hvy 60

29 IMPOSING SUPREME (26)

5

8

6

(118)

(3)

553211 F

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

J

Thomas Gibney T

He has won three times up to 1m1f, including his last two starts at Galway. Thriving at present but big ask to overcome a 8lb rise in this company. Reserve. Winning Range Sft-Gd. Star Rating 2 Imposing Supreme 3 flat wins r22,732.00 — Handicap Rating 82 2/1Fav HR75 C.D. Hayes 10.2 won 1/2L 1/2L from Fridtjof Nansen (GB) 10.1 and Mokhalad (GB) 9.3 GAL 1 AUG 14rn hcp (50-75)7f Gd 1min 28.2sec 9/2Fav HR69 G.F. Carroll 10.1 won 2 1/2L 1 3/4L from Emphatic 9.12 and Petticoat Rule 10.1 GAL 27 JUL 18rn hcp (50-70)1m 123yds Sft 1min 52.2sec 3/1 HR69 G.F. Carroll 9.5 2 1/4L 2nd to Celtic Crown 9.12 KILL 13 JUL 14rn hcp (50-80)1m 30yds Gd

30 DOOLIN DANCER (8)

3 (TStrap)

Br B g Fast Company - Anayid (GB) B Lodge Park Stud O Thomas B Breen

8

6

(118)

(16)

1-68632 F J

K J Condon T

Landed a Killarney maiden last autumn but hasn’t been able to add to his tally in five runs this season. Has it all to do from this mark. Reserve.

Winning Range Sft. Star Rating 2 Doolin Dancer 1 flat win r10,620.00 — Handicap Rating 87 22/1 HR87 J.M. Sheridan 8.13 (TS) 1 3/4L 2nd to Moddy Poddle 9.1 KILL 19 AUG 12rn 1m 30yds Gd 11/2 HR82 J.M. Sheridan 9.5 (TS) 2 1/4L hd 3rd to Talacre (USA) 9.5 CK 23 JUL 3rn 1m Gd/Frm 28/1 HR86 W.J. Lee 9.7 (BK) 7 1/4L 6th of 10 to Blue For You 9.9 LEP 8 JUL Ext hcp 1m Gd

B,T worn by No. 11. C,T worn by No. 1, No. 5, No. 18.

TStrap worn by No. 10, No. 12, No. 17, No. 20, No. 21, No. 23, No. 27, No. 30.

Visor worn by No. 8, No. 13, No. 15, No. 24. ?+2 indicates possible 2lb overweight.

Long Handicap - Imposing Supreme 8-5 (117), Doolin Dancer 8-4 (116) Probable Starting Prices - 4/1 Toshizou, 15/2 Crystal Black, 8/1 Carrytheone (GB), Sirjack Thomas, 10/1 Pierre Lapin, Moddy Poddle, Dream Tale (GB), Music To My Ears, 12/1 Eagle’s Flight, 14/1 Saltonstall (GB), Ice Cold In Alex, 20/1 Spanish Tenor, Big Baby Bull, Dedillon, 25/1 Tauran Shaman, Bopedro (FR), Star Harbour, Zozimus, Luke Short (GB), 33/1 In From The Cold, Agitare, Fastnet Crown, Comfort Line, Juyush (GB), 50/1 Tyrconnell, He Knows No Fear, Lust 2020 - 1st Laughifuwant 2nd Quizical 3rd Breaking Story (1 min. 45.6 sec.)

WIN: TOSHIZOU

DANGER: CRYSTAL BLACK

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CURRAGH COMMENT Dermot Weld’s unexposed quantity Crystal Black could be potentially ‘thrown in’ at the weights and has to be considered along with progressive seasonal debutant Carrytheone and the thriving filly Moddy Poddle under a 7lb penalty. However, the lightly-raced TOSHIZOU looks to have been given the ideal preparation and really caught the eye in defeat over C&D earlier this month (denied a clear run), suggesting he could take a lot of stopping if things drop right. Of those at bigger prices, Luke Short hasn’t been seen to best effect this year but might represent some value off a mark that remains workable.

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Seven Furlongs (1,400 metres) Rathbride Post

Starting from stalls. Handicaps calculated 23rd August. Value to winner: r9145; Second: r3100; Third: r1550; Fourth: r775; Fifth: r465; Sixth: r310.

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TRIFECTA RACE Br Breeding No

Horse

1

HOWTH (8)

B Breeder

O Owner

F Form

J Jockey

T Trainer

Age

st

lb

(lbs)

Draw

2

9

13

(139)

(4)

5241 F Seamie Heffernan J A P O’Brien T

Br B c Churchill - Muwakaba (USA) B Capital Bloodstock O Mrs J Magnier,M Tabor,D Smith,Westerberg

Deservedly got off the mark at Killarney in a nursery similar to this and there should be more to come from the son of Churchill, despite the drop back to 7f. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 4 Howth 1 win r7,965.00 — Handicap Rating 91 6/4Fav HR85 J.A. Heffernan 10.3 won 1 1/4L nk from Play By The Rules 9.5 and Bellabel 9.5 KILL 19 AUG 7rn Ext hcp 1m 30yds Gd 1min 44sec 7/4Fav W.M. Lordan 9.7 ns 2 1/4L 1/2L 4th to Glengarra 9.7 DRYL 23 JUL 8rn mdn 7f Gd 7/4 W.M. Lordan 9.5 1 1/2L 2nd to Celtic Times 9.9 TIPP 30 JUN 4rn 7f 100yds Gd/Frm

2

RECURRENT DREAM (25)

2

9

13

(139)

(8)

10 F Sam Ewing (5) J G M Lyons T

Br B c Elzaam (AUS) - Kaplinsky B John R Jeffers O Vincent Gaul

Full brother to Alkhawaneej Boy, won at 7f. Needs to bounce back after a below par effort in the Ballyhane Stakes but looked smart when winning on debut at Naas last month. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 3 Recurrent Dream 1 win r9,145.00 — Handicap Rating 91 15/2 G.F. Carroll 9.0 7L 12th of 22 to Sacred Bridge (GB) 9.2 NAAS 2 AUG 5f 205yds Gd 13/8Fav C.T. Keane 9.7 won 1 3/4L 2 3/4L from Gwan So (GB) 9.7 and Hms Endeavour (USA) 9.7 NAAS 21 JUL 8rn mdn 5f 205yds Gd 1min 12.9sec

3

TUT TUT (15)

2

RACE SEVEN

Br B f Kodi Bear - Tut B Mrs Jean Brennan O It’s All About The Girls

9

8

(134)

(2)

201 F Shane Foley J Mrs John Harrington T

Displayed a willing attitude to break the maiden tag at Leopardstown and debut form behind subsequent Group 2 winner Velocidad reads very well in the context of this race. Winning Range GY. Star Rating 5 Tut Tut 1 win r14,750.00 D — Handicap Rating 86 5/2 S. Foley 9.4 won hd 3/4L from Gabbys Girl 8.1 and Capitulation 8.10 LEP 12 AUG 12rn mdn 7f Gd/Yld 1min 31.9sec 12/1 T.P. Madden 8.9 5 1/4L 11th of 22 to Sacred Bridge (GB) 9.2 NAAS 2 AUG 5f 205yds Gd 11/2 S. Foley 8.12 1/2L 2nd to Velocidad (GB) 9.0 FAIR 28 MAY 13rn mdn 6f Sft/Hvy

4

MALAYAN (11)

2

9

6

(132)

(1)

611 F Colin Keane J D K Weld T

Br B f The Gurkha - Malayan Mist B Skymarc Farm O Lady O’Reilly

Seems to be improving at a rate of knots, having won at Galway and Roscommon already this month, and won’t go down without a fight here.

Winning Range GY-Gd. Star Rating 4 Malayan 2 wins r25,370.00 D — Handicap Rating 84 6/5Fav C.T. Keane 9.1 won 1/2L 1 1/4L from Believe In Science 9.1 and Snapius 9.3 ROS 16 AUG 7rn 7f 71yds Gd/Yld 1min 34.3sec 15/2 C.T. Keane 9.2 won 3/4L 1/2L from Pride Of Derry (GB) 9.7 and Mount Fairweather (GB) 9.4 GAL 1 AUG 9rn mdn 7f Gd 1min 28.5sec 9/1 C.D. Hayes 8.11 9L 6th of 13 to Hapipi Go Lucky 8.10 FAIR 11 JUL mdn 6f Gd

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SWIFT ONE (14)

2

9

3

(129)

(5)

67316 F Hugh Horgan (7) J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

Br Br c No Nay Never (USA) - Flavia Tatiana B Whisperview Trading Ltd O Mrs A M O’Brien

A winner at 6f. Broke the maiden tag in fine style here last month, but has disappointed since and returns to 7f for the first time since May. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 3 Swift One 1 win r9,145.00 C — Handicap Rating 81 11/4Fav HR83 M.P. Sheehy 9.7 2 3/4L 6th of 14 to Arch Enemy 8.2 here 13 AUG Ext hcp 6f Gd 7/2 HR71 M.P. Sheehy 8.5 won 2 1/2L 2 1/2L from Jarvis 9.1 and Threebagsfull 9.12 here 17 JUL 7rn hcp 6f Gd 1min 14.3sec 12/1 M.P. Sheehy 9.2 3 1/2L 4 3/4L 3rd to The Acropolis 9.7 LIST 6 JUN 7rn mdn 6f 60yds Yld

6

AREILLE (23)

2

9

0

(126)

(7)

41 F Billy Lee J K J Condon T

Br B f The Last Lion - Likewise B Lissglen Bloodstock O Treadstone Bloodstock Ltd

She saw an extended 5f out well at Sligo earlier in the month, giving the impression that a step up to this kind of trip should suit, although the form hasn’t worked out very well since. Winning Range Yld. Star Rating 3 Areille 1 win r14,750.00 — Handicap Rating 78 2/1 S. Foley 8.11 won 1 3/4L 2L from Arges 9.4 and It Might Be You 8.6 SLGO 4 AUG 9rn mdn 5f 160yds Yld 1min 15.9sec 12/1 S. Foley 8.9 s/hd 2 1/4L 1 1/2L 4th to Hapipi Go Lucky 8.10 FAIR 11 JUL 13rn mdn 6f Gd

7

MADONNADELROSARIO (15)

2

Br Br Gr f Caravaggio (USA) - Muravka B Barronstown Stud O M Tabor,D Smith,Mrs J Magnier,Westerberg

9

(Blinkers)

0

(126)

(9)

536 F Wayne Lordan J A P O’Brien T

Has hinted at some ability in her first three outings but she is bred to be much better than what she’s shown so far, being a half-sister to Group 1 winner The Wow Signal. Star Rating 2 Madonnadelrosario — Handicap Rating 78 14/1 R.L. Moore 9.2 (BK) 5 1/2L 6th of 13 to Limiti Di Greccio 9.2 LEP 12 AUG mdn 7f Gd/Yld 11/5Fav R.L. Moore 9.2 1 1/4L 5L 3rd to Suwayra 9.2 LEP 15 JUL 8rn mdn 1m Gd 7/1 J.A. Heffernan 9.2 5L 5th of 14 to Juncture (GB) 9.2 LEP 3 JUN mdn 6f 171yds Gd

8

NEW STAR (14)

2

8

11

(123)

(3)

9355 F Jamie Powell (10) J J P Murtagh T

Br Ch c New Bay (GB) - Dashing Approach (GB) B Mr Patrick Wall O JP Murtagh Racing

Placed once in four starts. He only got going late on over 6f here last time and, if breaking on terms, could be a different proposition over this trip for his in-form stable. Star Rating 2 New Star — Handicap Rating 75 12/1 HR75 J.A. Powell 8.8 1 1/2L 5th of 14 to Arch Enemy 8.2 here 13 AUG Ext hcp 6f Gd 18/1 S.B. Kelly 9.4 7 1/2L 5th of 6 to Hadman 9.2 GOW 13 JUN mdn 7f Gd 22/1 N.G. McCullagh 9.6 1/2L 6L 3rd to Cool And Clever 9.0 ROS 11 MAY 9rn mdn 7f 70yds Sft

BUENAVENTURA (15)

2

Br Gr f Caravaggio (USA) - Sacrosanct B Mrs Ann Marie O’Brien O Mrs A M O’Brien

8

9

(121)

(6)

648 F Mikey Sheehy (5) J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

Yet to place in three starts, but she has steadily been improving and could fare better than entering handicap company for the first time.

Mikey Sheehy’s claim can only help, too. Star Rating 2 Buenaventura — Handicap Rating 73 66/1 S.M. Crosse 9.2 6 3/4L 8th of 13 to Limiti Di Greccio 9.2 LEP 12 AUG mdn 7f Gd/Yld 50/1 D.P. McDonogh 9.2 10L 5th to Aurora Princess(disq) 9.2 GAL 27 JUL 11rn mdn 7f Sft 8/1 D.P. McDonogh 9.2 9 1/4L last of 6 to Seisai 9.2 GOW 14 JUN mdn 7f Gd

10 NECTARINE (19)

2

Br B f Parish Hall - Labhandar B J S Bolger O Mrs J S Bolger

8

6

(118)

(10)

6097 F Rory Cleary J J S Bolger T

Unplaced in all four starts to date and, although her handler is no stranger to training big-priced juvenile winners, she looks to have plenty on her plate on her handicap debut. Star Rating 2 Nectarine — Handicap Rating 69 80/1 R.P. Cleary 9.2 8 3/4L 7th of 9 to Cairde Go Deo (FR) 9.2 here 8 AUG 7f Yld 40/1 K.J. Manning 8.9 10L 9th of 13 to Corviglia (USA) 8.11 LEP 22 JUL mdn 7f 20yds Gd 33/1 K.J. Manning 9.2 10L 11th of 15 to Homeless Songs 9.2 LEP 8 JUL mdn 7f Gd

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RACE SEVEN

9

Blinkers worn by No. 7.

Long Handicap - Nectarine 8-5 (117) Probable Starting Prices - 11/4 Howth, 9/2 Malayan, 7/1 Tut Tut, Areille, 15/2 Recurrent Dream, Swift One, New Star, 10/1 Madonnadelrosario, 14/1 Buenaventura, 20/1 Nectarine 2020 - 1st Star Image (GB) 2nd Omakase 3rd Verbal Fencing (1 min. 32.9 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT In a competitive-looking nursery handicap TUT TUT is fancied to follow up a recent win at Leopardstown, with the third from that race having come out and won since. Runner-up to subsequent Group 2 winner Velocidad on debut, Jessica Harrington’s filly clearly possesses lots of ability. Her biggest danger would look to be the hat-trick-seeking Malayan, who has displayed a fine attitude to win at both Galway and Roscommon. Howth relished the step up to a mile at Killarney and should be coming home strong here, while Swift One and Recurrent Dream complete the shortlist.

WIN: TUT TUT

DANGER: HOWTH

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EIGHTH RACE 7.45P.M. THE BORD NA MONA RECYCLING APPRENTICE HANDICAP OF W11,000 (45-75)

7f

Seven Furlongs (1,400 metres) Rathbride Post

Starting from stalls. Handicaps calculated 23rd August. Value to winner: r6490; Second: r2200; Third: r1100; Fourth: r550; Fifth: r330; Sixth: r220.

(For Race Conditions see page 79)

RACE SPONSOR

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TRIFECTA RACE Br Breeding No

Horse

1

FRIDTJOF NANSEN (GB) (26)

B Breeder

O Owner

F Form

T Trainer

Age

st

lb

(lbs)

Draw

6

10

2

(142)

(14)

(Blinkers)

Br B g Kyllachy (GB) - Thankful (GB) B T J Cooper O Francis O’Carroll

J Jockey

082362 F Jamie Powell (7) J Kieran P Cotter T

Just one win from 41 races and that success was some time ago, but he showed up well when beaten only half a length at Galway latest and this trip suits. Winning Range Yld. Star Rating 4 Fridtjof Nansen (GB) 1 flat win r6,796.50 C — Handicap Rating 74 17/2 HR74 D.P. McDonogh 10.1 (BK) 1/2L 2nd to Imposing Supreme 10.2 GAL 1 AUG 14rn hcp (50-75)7f Gd 8/1 HR74 D.P. McDonogh 9.11 (BK) 3 1/4L 6th of 15 to Maud Gonne Spirit 10.0 GAL 26 JUL hcp (50-80)7f Yld 9/1 HR73 D.P. McDonogh 9.9 (BK) hd 1/2L 3rd to Ramiro 9.7 LIM 4 JUL 13rn hcp (50-80)7f Yld

2

PARKERS HILL (37)

5

Br Ch g No Nay Never (USA) - Chiarezza (AUS) B Airlie Stud O Galaxy Horse Racing Syndicate

10

(TStrap)

1

(141)

(5)

094-533 F Mikey Sheehy J Leanne Breen T

Won off 1lb higher than today’s mark last summer and has shaped as though he could be back to that sort of form when filling third place at Navan and Naas recently. Winning Range GF & AW. Star Rating 4 Parkers Hill 3 flat wins r23,772.00 — Handicap Rating 73 4/1 HR73 S. Foley 9.12 (TS) ns 2L 3rd to Dandyville 9.6 NAAS 21 JUL 10rn hcp (50-80)5f 205yds Gd 18/1 HR73 S. Foley 10.2 (TS) 1 1/4L 1 1/4L 3rd to Amazing Emma 8.7 NAV 10 JUL 17rn hcp (45-75)5f Gd 16/1 HR74 S. Foley 9.7 (TS) 5 1/2L 5th of 11 to Punk Poet 9.13 LIM 12 JUN 6f 150yds Gd

3

THALEEQ (GB) (15)

4

9

Br B g Muhaarar (GB) - Rifqah (USA) B Shadwell Estate Company Limited O D K Weld

13

(139)

(10)

436-608 F Robert Whearty (4) J D K Weld T

Remains a maiden after 10 starts and has shown very little in three handicaps so far this term. The handicapper appears to be releasing his grip slightly, though, so there could be better to come from him. Star Rating 3 Thaleeq (GB) — Handicap Rating 71 40/1 HR74 Sam Ewing 9.5 (V) 6 1/2L 8th of 16fn, 17rn to Oneiroi 9.8 LEP 12 AUG hcp (50-80)1m 1f Gd/Yld 22/1 HR76 C.D. Hayes 9.2 8 1/2L 14th of 16 to Dedillon 9.3 GAL 31 JUL Ext hcp 1m 73yds Gd 5/1 HR77 C.D. Hayes 8.8 15L last of 6 to Takeachancejimmy 8.4 BAL 19 JUL hcp 1m 1f 96yds Gd

RACE EIGHT

4

WAR HERO (32)

6 (V,T)

Br B g Declaration of War (USA) - Sugar Mint B Grangecon Stud O Mark Devlin

9

13

(139)

(1)

021780 F Cian MacRedmond (2) J Adrian McGuinness T

Has won six times on the all-weather, but has just one turf victory to his name. That came at Down Royal in June this year, but he remains 6lb higher than that. Winning Range Gd & AW. Star Rating 3 War Hero 7 flat wins r62,782.00 D — Handicap Rating 71 33/1 HR72 C.J. MacRedmond 9.2 (CP) (TS) 15L 12th of 15 to Maud Gonne Spirit 10.0 GAL 26 JUL hcp (50-80)7f Yld 11/8Fav HR84 C.J. MacRedmond 9.9 (V) (TS) 7 3/4L 8th of 10 to Meishar (ARG) 9.11 DUN 12 JUL 7f Std 3/1Fav HR71 C.J. MacRedmond 10.1 (V) (TS) 7 1/4L 7th of 17 to Darkdeserthighway 8.10 NAAS 23 JUN hcp (45-65)5f 205yds Gd

70

5

MCCABE (91)

4

9

12

(138)

(9)

82-0000 F Willie Byrne (4) J J S Bolger T

Br Ch g New Approach - Fields of May B J S Bolger O Mrs J S Bolger & D Bernie

Signed off last season with a promising second over 10 furlongs at Naas, but four starts this season have ended in four heavy defeats. Needs to show a lot more to land the spoils. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 2 Mccabe 1 flat win r6,490.00 — Handicap Rating 70 10/1 HR72 L.T. McAteer 9.13 (CP) (TS) 21L 14th of 18 to Loingseoir 8.11 FAIR 28 MAY hcp (45-75)1m 2f Sft/Hvy 28/1 HR75 R.P. Cleary 8.13 (CP) (TS) 20L 14th of 15 to Pepperoni Pete 9.3 NAAS 16 MAY Ext hcp 1m Sft 20/1 HR78 K.J. Manning 9.2 (CP) 13L 17th of 18 to Tauran Shaman 9.12 LEP 9 MAY Ext hcp 1m 2f Gd

6

ROCKY DREAMS (GB) (31)

4

9

11

(137)

(19)

016080 F Daniel King (7) J Denis Gerard Hogan T

Br B g Muhaarar (GB) - Mrs Greeley (GB) B Minster Stud O Varland Syndicate

Has won two out of four on the all-weather but has never made the first three in six starts on turf. Well beaten at Galway last time and others make more appeal. Winning Range AW. Star Rating 2 Rocky Dreams (GB) 2 flat wins r9,933.60 — Handicap Rating 69 12/1 HR70 C.T. Keane 10.2 31L last of 17 to Plum Perfect 8.11 GAL 27 JUL hcp (50-70)1m 123yds Sft 12/1 HR72 G.M. Ryan 9.8 2 3/4L 8th of 13 to Ramiro 9.7 LIM 4 JUL hcp (50-80)7f Yld 33/1 HR72 G.M. Ryan 9.0 9L 15th of 26 to Ice Cold In Alex 9.1 here 25 JUN hcp (60-90)7f Gd

7

THUNDER RAIN (32)

3

9

(TStrap)

Br B g Fascinating Rock - Evening Rain (USA) B Newtown Anner Stud O Damien Murray

10

(136)

(15)

013050 F Paddy Harnett (4) J Donal Hassett T

Got off the mark in a maiden claimer at Roscommon in May and went close in a similar grade at Limerick after that. Has been found wanting in handicap company since then, though. Winning Range GY. Star Rating 2 Thunder Rain 1 flat win r7,080.00 — Handicap Rating 73 16/1 HR75 Sam Ewing 9.4 6 1/2L 10th of 15 to Black Cat Bobby (GB) 9.10 GAL 26 JUL hcp (50-80)7f Yld 12/1 HR76 D. King 9.0 3 3/4L 5th of 15 to Red Heel 9.4 LEP 15 JUL Ext hcp 7f Gd 18/1 HR76 Sam Ewing 8.13 3L 10th of 13 to Ramiro 9.7 LIM 4 JUL hcp (50-80)7f Yld

8

EGLISH (GB) (11)

4

9

9

(135)

(17)

427500 F Adam Caffrey (7) J Adrian McGuinness T

Br B f Heeraat - Emperatriz (GB) B D R Botterill & E Boumans O Shamrock Thoroughbreds

Has won five times from 20 starts on the all-weather, but is unplaced in 12 starts on turf. She’s 1lb lower than her last winning mark, but has to prove she acts on grass. Winning Range AW. Star Rating 2 Eglish (GB) 5 flat wins r27,473.50 D — Handicap Rating 67 25/1 HR69 Adam Caffrey 9.6 11L 12th of 15 to Cracking Name 9.8 ROS 16 AUG hcp (45-70)7f 71yds Gd/Yld 80/1 HR71 Adam Caffrey 9.2 5 3/4L 11th of 14 to Imposing Supreme 10.2 GAL 1 AUG hcp (50-75)7f Gd 3/1 HR71 C.T. Keane 9.10 (V) 5 1/4L 5th of 10 to Rocky Dreams (GB) 9.6 DUN 12 MAY 6f Std

9

KATZOFF (5)

4

9

Br Gr g Mastercraftsman - Loved B Rockfield Farm O J Morrison

9

(135)

(21)

42-00-70 F Nikita Kane (4) J J Morrison T

The closest he’s got to success was when second in a Kempton maiden when trained by Richard Hannon. Hasn’t beaten a single horse home in two starts on these shores since joining his current trainer. Star Rating 2 Katzoff — Handicap Rating 67 125/1 HR70 Nikita Amelia Kane 9.7 50L last of 16 to Dare To Flare 9.8 NAAS 22 AUG Ext hcp 1m 2f Yld/Sft 50/1 HR71 M.A. Enright 9.8 42L last of 7 to Jungle Cove 10.2 GOW 24 JUL hcp (50-80)1m 1f 100yds Gd Pat Dobbs 9.6 (H) 12L 11th of 13 to Swinley Forest 9.3 KEMPTON PARK 15 JUL 20 hcp (56-75)1m AWT

3

Br B f Mount Nelson (GB) - Slipper Orchid B Mrs Carol Roper O Mrs C Roper

9

9

(135)

(12)

590 F Ciaran Moody (7) J M Halford T

Showed some promise on her debut when fifth of 15 at Cork, but subsequent runs at Gowran and back at Cork have ended in her beaten by double-digit lengths. Needs the switch to handicaps to improve her. Star Rating 2 Nova Orchid — Handicap Rating 72 33/1 R.P. Whelan 9.2 12L 11th of 17 to Can’thelpfallin 9.2 CK 19 MAY mdn 7f Yld 8/1 R.P. Whelan 9.2 14L 9th of 16 to Bellagio Man 9.7 GOW 4 MAY mdn 7f Yld/Sft 33/1 R.P. Whelan 9.2 6L 5th of 15 to Camdeboo 9.2 CK 23 APR mdn 7f Gd/Frm

71

RACE EIGHT

10 NOVA ORCHID (100)

11 MORNING DEW (FR) (11)

5

Br B f Dabirsim (FR) - Fancy Diamond (GER) B M Mathieu Daguzan-Garros & M Frederic Bragato O Andrew Kinirons

9

(Blinkers)

8

(134)

(3)

0-08900 F Jack Kearney (7) J Andrew Kinirons T

Put in arguably her best effort since switching from France when ninth of 23 over 1m1f here in June and is 5lb lower than that here. Still has a lot to prove. Star Rating 2 Morning Dew (FR) — Handicap Rating 66 16/1 HR67 W.J. Lee 9.13 25L last of 16 to Magnetic North 9.9 ROS 16 AUG hcp (45-70)1m 4f Gd/Yld 12/1 HR69 W.J. Lee 10.2 28L 20th of 22 to Court Of Appeal 9.11 LEP 5 AUG hcp (45-70)1m 1f Sft 125/1 HR71 J.M. Sheridan 9.7 5 1/2L 9th of 23 to Magic Chegaga 9.11 here 25 JUN hcp (50-75)1m 1f Gd

12 NO PATIENCE (43)

3

9

(Visor)

Br B g Epaulette (AUS) - Saint Lucia B Mary O’Riordan & John Kingston O Seamus McGrath

8

(134)

(20)

719395 F Jake Coen (7) J Andrew Slattery T

Won over this trip at Dundalk in April and has enjoyed mixed fortunes in four starts at Leopardstown since. The first three of those were over a mile, so this trip may help. Winning Range Gd & AW. Star Rating 3 No Patience 3 flat wins r21,240.00 D — Handicap Rating 71 11/1 HR71 A.J. Slattery 8.10 (V) 3 1/2L 5th of 7 to Ferrybank (GB) 9.4 LEP 15 JUL hcp 7f Gd 16/1 HR71 A.J. Slattery 8.3 (V) 9L 9th of 10 to Blue For You 9.9 LEP 8 JUL Ext hcp 1m Gd 14/1 HR70 A.J. Slattery 8.3 (V) hd 1/2L 3rd to Hype 9.9 LEP 17 JUN 7rn Ext hcp 1m Gd/Frm

13 SPRUCE MEADOWS (14)

8

9

8

(134)

(11)

30690-0 F Sean Bird (7) J John James Feane T

Br B g Intikhab (USA) - Taziria (SWI) B Hans Ventura O Mrs Ann Cassidy

Without a win since 2019, when he won twice over an extended 1m2f and 1m4f. Never really got going over a mile here last time and will need to be sharper. Winning Range Sft-Yld & AW. Star Rating 2 Spruce Meadows 7 flat wins r86,391.00 D — Handicap Rating 66 40/1 HR67 S.P. Bird 9.6 5 3/4L 17th of 23 to Monzoon (GB) 10.0 here 13 AUG hcp (45-70)1m Gd 25/1 HR71 G.P. Halpin 8.11 (CP) 17L 10th of 13 to Son Of Hypnos 9.0 NAAS 7 NOV 20 hcp 1m 3f 180yds Hvy 11/1 HR72 G.M. Ryan 9.5 (CP) 7 3/4L 9th of 17 to The Names Jock 9.9 LEP 24 OCT 20 hcp (50-80)1m 2f Sft/Hvy

14 SILVERKODE (22)

7 (C,T)

Br B g Kodiac (GB) - Silver Tide (USA) B Oliver Murphy O T Egan

9

6

(132)

(23)

0-08679 F Tom Kiely Marshall (7) J Joseph G Murphy T

Without a win in four years, but he offered some encouragement when a fair sixth of 26 over this course and distance in June. Has struggled twice since, but is 5lb lower in this. Winning Range Sft-GF. Star Rating 3 Silverkode 3 flat wins r28,336.00 CD — Handicap Rating 64 11/2 HR66 G.F. Carroll 10.0 (CP) (TS) 5L 9th of 16 to Cactus Tree 9.1 LEP 5 AUG hcp (45-70)7f 20yds Yld 11/2 HR69 G.F. Carroll 9.8 (CP) (TS) 4 1/4L 7th of 10 to Dandyville 9.6 NAAS 21 JUL hcp (50-80)5f 205yds Gd 33/1 HR69 G.P. Halpin 8.11 (CP) (TS) 5L 6th of 26 to Ice Cold In Alex 9.1 here 25 JUN hcp (60-90)7f Gd

15 BROSNA EMPRESS (46)

3

Br B f Holy Roman Emperor - Cool Tarifa B Tony Kilduff O Tony Kilduff

(CPiece)

9

5

(131)

(24)

05522-7 F Scott McCullagh J Mrs John Harrington T

Remains a maiden after 10 starts but did end last year with a couple of near-misses on the all-weather. Was having her first start in seven months at Dundalk last time and could be better for that. Star Rating 3 Brosna Empress — Handicap Rating 68 18/1 HR68 T.P. Madden 9.7 (CP) 3 1/4L 7th of 11 to Puerto De Vega (GB) 9.7 DUN 12 JUL hcp 7f Std 13/2 HR65 T.P. Madden 9.2 (CP) 1/2L 2nd to Morning Approach 9.2 DUN 18 DEC 20 14rn mdn 7f Std 8/1 HR64 T.P. Madden 9.11 (CP) hd 2nd to Stop On Red 8.3 DUN 23 NOV 20 14rn hcp (45-65)7f Std

RACE EIGHT

16 ILLETAS (6)

4

Br Ch g Power (GB) - Holy Matrimony B Mr Adrian Taylor O Mrs C Taylor

9

5

(131)

(7)

60-0800 F Sean Cleary Farrell (7) J Anthony Mullins T

His sole success came over the minimum trip and he struggled when tried over this track and trip back in May. Didn’t show a great deal over 5f here latest. Winning Range Sft. Star Rating 2 Illetas 1 flat win r8,260.00 — Handicap Rating 63 50/1 HR65 R.P. Cleary 9.12 12L 10th of 16fn, 17rn to Art Of Unity (GB) 9.10 here 21 AUG hcp (45-70)5f Sft 80/1 HR70 W.T. Byrne 9.5 40L 22nd of 23 to Pretty Rebel 9.7 here 3 MAY Ext hcp 7f Yld/Sft 40/1 HR74 R.P. Cleary 8.7 13L 8th of 10 to Indigo Balance 9.11 TIPP 20 APR hcp 5f Yld

72

17 SHE’S IN THE GAME (14)

4

9

5

(131)

(6)

8-36222 F Neve Bennett (7) J W T Farrell T

Br Ch f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Salorina (USA) B Mr Gary Davis & Ms Sharon Davis O W T Farrell

Has been hammering on the door of late, finishing second on her last three starts. Has crept up the ratings as a result, but a repeat of her 6f second here last time could see her contend. Star Rating 5 She’s In The Game — Handicap Rating 63 7/2Fav HR60 Neve Bennett 9.3 1 3/4L 2nd to Ever Rock 8.13 here 13 AUG 23rn hcp (45-65)6f Gd 3/1Fav HR55 Neve Bennett 8.10 1 1/4L 2nd to The Cola Kid (GB) 9.11 CK 23 JUL 12rn hcp (45-65)6f Gd/Frm 8/1 HR51 Neve Bennett 8.7 3/4L 2nd to Scream 8.11 CK 9 JUN 17rn hcp (45-65)7f Yld

18 TANSEEQ (GB) (12)

6 (Blinkers)

Br B g Havana Gold - Roslea Lady B Shadwell Estate Company Limited O Paul J Newman

9

4

(130)

(13)

9-38529 F Wesley Joyce (4) J Joseph Anthony Murray (R) T

Won twice on the all-weather when trained by William Haggas in 2017 and 18, but has been luckless since moving to Ireland and his form on turf is less impressive. Winning Range AW. Star Rating 2 Tanseeq (GB) 2 flat wins r7,307.90 — Handicap Rating 62 13/2 HR62 James J. Doyle 10.2 (CP) 6L 9th of 14 to Pride Of Pimlico 9.3 DUN 15 AUG hcp (45-65)1m Std 6/1 HR57 James J. Doyle 9.8 (CP) 1/2L 2nd to Zahee 9.13 DUN 12 JUL 13rn hcp (45-65)1m Std 4/1 HR57 D.N. Curran 9.4 5L 5th of 13 to Miss Florentine 8.8 ROS 29 JUN hcp (45-65)7f 63yds Gd

19 ELLIS PARK (15)

3

9

0

(126)

(16)

977 F Luke McAteer J Anthony McCann T

Br Ch g Fast Company - Faleh B Wardstown Stud Ltd O M J Clarke

Has arguably improved with each run in novice and maiden company, finishing in midfield in a Leopardstown maiden over a mile earlier this month. Could be better now switched to the handicap ranks. Star Rating 3 Ellis Park — Handicap Rating 63 28/1 W.M. Lordan 9.7 7 1/2L 7th of 14 to River Derwent (GB) 9.7 LEP 12 AUG mdn 1m Gd/Yld 300/1 B.M. Coen 9.7 7L 7th of 17 to Dixie Bluebell 9.2 FAIR 7 JUL mdn 7f Gd David Probert 8.10 18L 9th of 10 to Year of The Dragon 8.10 KEMPTON PARK 13 JAN 7f AWT

20 KHARMA (23)

3

9

0

(126)

(4)

9-88300 F Dean Curran (4) J Eddie & Patrick Harty T

Br B f No Nay Never (USA) - Baraka B Barronstown Stud O Mrs David Nagle

Has been placed just once in six career starts but she’s obviously held in some regard as she has been sent off at short prices on her last two outings. Could be better for this trip. Star Rating 3 Kharma — Handicap Rating 63 7/2 HR64 M.A. Gallagher 10.1 15L last of 11 to Betrayed (GB) 9.6 SLGO 4 AUG hcp (45-65)5f 160yds Yld 100/30Fav HR64 C.D. Hayes 9.11 10L 13th of 19 to Misterio 8.12 NAAS 23 JUN hcp (45-65)5f 205yds Gd 16/1 HR62 M.A. Gallagher 9.6 hd nk 3rd to Dandyville 9.10 FAIR 11 JUN 16rn hcp (45-70)6f Gd/Frm

21 CORBALLIS FLYER (20)

3

Br B g War Command (USA) - Ballyronan Girl B P J Kavanagh O P J Kavanagh

8

(Blinkers)

12

(124)

(22)

401040 F Hugh Horgan (4) J James M Barrett T

Won a Limerick handicap last month, prevailing in gutsy fashion, but has had mixed results in three starts since and may just need the handicapper to relent a little before striking again. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 3 Corballis Flyer 1 flat win r6,195.00 D — Handicap Rating 61 16/1 HR61 R.P. Cleary 9.8 (BK) 19L 16th of 18 to Karlsberg 9.12 CK 7 AUG hcp (45-65)7f Sft 11/1 HR61 L.T. McAteer 9.6 (BK) 3/4L 1/2L hd 4th to Beleaguerment 8.13 GOW 24 JUL 15rn hcp (45-65)7f Gd 9/1 HR61 R.P. Cleary 9.11 (BK) 14L 10th of 12 to Sincerest 9.6 KILL 13 JUL hcp (45-65)1m 30yds Gd

3

Br B f Teofilo - Wedding Wish B Corrin Stud O Mrs Vanessa Holland

(TStrap)

8

11

(123)

(2)

9-96 F Sam Ewing J G M Lyons T

Has run three times for Karl Burke, with no success, but she has to be of some interest on her debut for Ger Lyons here off what looks a potentially workable mark. Star Rating 3 Hightown Heights — Handicap Rating 60 Ben Curtis 9.0 10L 6th of 8 to Scarlet Bear 9.0 PONTEFRACT 19 APR 6f Gd /Frm Ben Curtis 8.11 15L 9th of 11 to George Peabody 9.2 DONCASTER 28 MAR 7f 6yds Gd Ben Curtis 9.0 32L last of 9 to Liberated Lady 9.0 WOLVERHAMPTON 28 NOV 20 7f 36yds Std

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22 HIGHTOWN HEIGHTS (130)

23 SPIRITUOSO (GB) (22)

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Br B f Charm Spirit - Dusty Red (GB) B K A Bartlett & J M Beever O Victor Robinson

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653100 F Sorcha Woods (4) J Lee Smyth T

A winner over this trip on the all-weather at Kempton for George Margarson and, though she struggled on her Irish debut at Leopardstown, she could be better for that outing. Winning Range AW. Star Rating 3 Spirituoso (GB) 1 flat win r2,608.90 D — Handicap Rating 56 20/1 HR60 L.T. McAteer 8.13 (BK) 5 3/4L 11th of 16 to Cactus Tree 9.1 LEP 5 AUG hcp (45-70)7f 20yds Yld Callum Hutchinson 8.10 (V) 11L 14th of 15 to Solomons Judgement 9.4 CHELMSFORD CITY 4 JUL hcp (46-60)1m Std Callum Hutchinson 9.3 (V) won nk hd from Secret To Success (GB) 9.10 and Heer’s Sadie (GB) 9.0 KEMPTON PARK 23 JUN 12rn hcp (46-55)7f AWT 1min 27sec

24 NANA PATSY (153)

3 (TStrap)

Br B f Territories - Pinch of Posh B Laundry Cottage Stud Farm O Derek Kierans

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4-70 F Siobhan Rutledge (2) J John C McConnell T

Has only run over 5f and 6f so far, with arguably her best result coming over the minimum trip at Bellewstown on debut. Needs this longer trip to bring about improvement. Star Rating 2 Nana Patsy — Handicap Rating 52 50/1 G.F. Carroll 9.2 (TS) 21L 13th of 14 to Linda Barrett 8.13 NAV 27 MAR mdn 5f Hvy 25/1 C.D. Hayes 9.2 (TS) 8 1/2L 7th of 14 to Logo Hunter 9.7 DUN 5 MAR mdn 6f Std 20/1 C.D. Hayes 9.2 (TS) 1/2L 3 3/4L 9L 4th to Aloha Star 8.11 BELW 2 JUL 20 9rn mdn 5f Yld

25 RUGADAY (20)

3 (Hood)

Br B g Estidhkaar - Contemplate (GB) B The Contemplate Syndicate O Oliver Reddy Snr

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060952 F Izzy Clifton (4) J David Harry Kelly T

Has only placed once in nine career starts, but that came on his latest outing at Cork. Has every chance of getting involved here if building on that promising effort, despite running from out of the handicap. Star Rating 4 Rugaday — Handicap Rating 51 28/1 HR48 Siobhan Rutledge 8.2 (H) 1L 2nd to Karlsberg 9.12 CK 7 AUG 18rn hcp (45-65)7f Sft 18/1 HR50 W.M. Lordan 8.6 (H) 6 1/2L 5th of 9 to Ben Siegel 8.8 BAL 19 JUL hcp (45-75)1m 1f 96yds Gd 28/1 HR53 W.M. Lordan 8.10 (H) 7 1/4L 9th of 16 to Li Mu Bai 9.7 FAIR 7 JUL hcp (45-65)7f Gd

Blinkers worn by No. 1, No. 11, No. 18, No. 21. C,T worn by No. 14. CPiece worn by No. 15, No. 23.

Hood worn by No. 25. TStrap worn by No. 2, No. 7, No. 22, No. 24. V,T worn by No. 4. Visor worn by No. 12.

Long Handicap - Nana Patsy 8-3 (115), Rugaday 8-2 (114) Probable Starting Prices - 9/2 She’s In The Game, 15/2 Fridtjof Nansen (GB), 10/1 Parkers Hill, Hightown Heights, 12/1 Thaleeq (GB), War Hero, Rugaday, 14/1 No Patience, Brosna Empress, 16/1 Thunder Rain, Nova Orchid, Silverkode, Tanseeq (GB), Kharma, 20/1 Mccabe, Rocky Dreams (GB), Spruce Meadows, Ellis Park, Corballis Flyer, Spirituoso (GB), 25/1 Nana Patsy, 33/1 Eglish (GB), Illetas, 50/1 Morning Dew (FR), 100/1 Katzoff 2020 - 1st Ramiro 2nd Drumquina 3rd Trueba (1 min. 30.3 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT Despite not having tasted success yet, SHE’S IN THE GAME has been in fantastic form recently and has struck up a great partnership with Neve Bennett, filling the runner-up spot on her last three starts. She will surely land a race of this nature soon and is taken to get the better of Fridtjof Nansen, who got within half a length of success at Galway last time. Parkers Hill has placed on his last two outings at Navan and Naas so cannot be left out of calculations here.

RACE EIGHT

WIN: SHE’S IN THE GAME

DANGER: PARKERS HILL

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2021 Fixtures Sunday 12th September Longines Irish Champions Weekend

Derrinstown Stud Flying Five Stakes Moyglare Stud Stakes Goffs Vincent O’Brien National Stakes Comer Group International Irish St Leger Moyglare Jewels Blandford Stakes

Saturday 25th September

William Hill Renaissance Stakes Alan Smurfit Memorial Beresford Stakes

Sunday 26th September

Weld Park Stakes Raa Atoll Loughbrown Stakes

Sunday 10th October

Paddy Power Irish Cesarewitch Handicap Staffordstown Stud Stakes Hatstone Solicitors Waterford Testimonial Stakes

Thursday 14th October

HollywoodBets Handicap

Tuesday 26th October

Paddy Power Amateur Riders Derby

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TODAY’S RACE CONDITIONS

FIRST RACE 4.15p.m. The Irish Stallion Farms EBF (C & G) Maiden of €16,500 (Generously sponsored by the Irish EBF (€4,500)) 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 colts and geldings only, maidens at starting that are EBF eligible. About 1 mile. €132 to enter, €33 extra if declared to run. Weights: 9st 5lbs. Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €9735; Second: €3300; Third: €1650; Fourth: €825; Fifth: €495; Sixth: €330.

SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE SECOND RACE 4.45p.m. The Manguard Plus Irish EBF Flame Of Tara Stakes of €65,000 (Group 3) (Generously sponsored by Manguard Plus and the Irish EBF (€10,000)) Winner will receive €39,000, (Penalty Value: €38,350) Second will receive €13,000, Third will receive €6,500, Fourth will receive €3,250, Fifth will receive €1,950, Sixth will receive €1,300. For two years old fillies only. About 1 mile. €520 to enter, €130 extra if declared to run. Weights: 9st 2lbs. Penalties - Winner of a Group 3 race 3lb extra; Of two Group 3 races or a Group 2 race 5lb extra; Of a Group 1 race 7lb extra. Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €38350; Second: €13000; Third: €6500; Fourth: €3250; Fifth: €1950; Sixth: €1300 SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE THIRD RACE 5.15p.m. The Snow Fairy Fillies Stakes of €50,000 (Group 3) (Generously sponsored by Anamoine Ltd) Winner will receive €30,000 (Penalty Value: €29,500) Second will receive €10,000, Third will receive €5,000, Fourth will receive €2,500, Fifth will receive €1,500, Sixth will receive €1,000. For three years old and upwards fillies only. About 1 mile 1 furlong. €250 to enter on August 4th; €250 extra if forfeit not declared by August 23rd or €5,000 if entered by August 23rd. Weights: 3-y-o 9st 2lbs; 4-y-o and up 9st 9lbs. Penalties - (to count from 1st January, 2021) Winner of a Group 3 race 3lb extra; Of two Group 3 races or a Group 2 race 5lb extra; Of a Group 1 race 7lb extra. The winning horse in this race will be entitled to a refund equivalent to the total cost of running for a horse which had been entered at the initial entry stage should they run in the Moyglare ‘Jewels’ Blandford Stakes. Free Entry Race (Blandford Stakes). Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €29500; Second: €10000; Third: €5000; Fourth: €2500; Fifth: €1500; Sixth: €1000.

SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE FOURTH RACE 5.45p.m. The Heider Family Stables Round Tower Stakes of €50,000 (Group 3) (Generously sponsored by Heider Family Stables) Winner will receive €30,000 (Penalty Value: €29,500) Second will receive €10,000, Third will receive €5,000, Fourth will receive €2,500, Fifth will receive €1,500, Sixth will receive €1,000. For two years old only. About 6 furlongs. €400 to enter, €100 extra if declared to run. Weights: 9st 5lbs. Fillies allowed 3lbs. Penalties - Winner of a Group 3 race 3lb extra; Of two Group 3 races or a Group 2 race 5lb extra; Of a Group 1 race 7lb extra. Stalls centre of course. Value to winner: €29500; Second: €10000; Third: €5000; Fourth: €2500; Fifth: €1500; Sixth: €1000.

SEE PAGE 40 FOR THIS RACE FIFTH RACE 6.15p.m. The TRI Equestrian Handicap of €21,000 (Generously sponsored by TRI Equestrian) Winner will receive €12,600 (Penalty Value: €12,390) Second will receive €4,200, Third will receive €2,100, Fourth will receive €1,050, Fifth will receive €630, Sixth will receive €420. An extended handicap for three years old and upwards (100 = 10st). Top weight in the original handicap and after the time of declaration shall not be less than 10st and the minimum weight shall not be less than 8st 6lbs. About 6 furlongs. €168 to enter, €42 extra if declared to run. Penalties - (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 6lb extra for each race won. Horses which receive a published weight of 8st 5lbs or less will be entitled to a 50% reduction in entry fee. Should they be declared to run they will then become liable for the full amount of the cost to run. Handicaps calculated 23rd August. Stalls centre of course. Value to winner: €12390; Second: €4200; Third: €2100; Fourth: €1050; Fifth: €630; Sixth: €420.

SEE PAGE 48 FOR THIS RACE SIXTH RACE 6.45p.m. The Paddy Power Irish Cambridgeshire of €80,000 (Premier Handicap) (Generously sponsored by Paddy Power) Winner will receive €48,000 (Penalty Value: €47,200) Second will receive €16,000, Third will receive €8,000, Fourth will receive €4,000, Fifth will receive €2,400, Sixth will receive €1,600. An extended handicap for three years old and upwards that have run three or more times under any Rules of Racing on or before 16th August, 2021, at least one of those runs having been on or after 1st July, 2020. (105 = 10st). Top weight in the original handicap and after the time of declaration shall not be less than 10st and the minimum weight shall not be less than 8st 6lbs. About 1 mile. €320 to enter on August 11th; €320 extra if forfeit not declared by August 23rd and €160 extra if declared to run. Penalties - (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 7lb extra for each race won. Handicaps calculated 17th August. Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €47200; Second: €16000; Third: €8000; Fourth: €4000; Fifth: €2400; Sixth: €1600.

SEE PAGE 56 FOR THIS RACE SEVENTH RACE 7.15p.m. The DMG Media Nursery Handicap of €15,500 (Generously sponsored by DMG Media) Winner will receive €9,300 (Penalty Value: €9,145) Second will receive €3,100, Third will receive €1,550, Fourth will receive €775, Fifth will receive €465, Sixth will receive €310. An extended handicap for two years old only. (90 = 9st 12lbs). Top weight in the original handicap and after the time of declaration shall not be less than 9st 12lbs and the minimum weight shall not be less than 8st 6lbs. About 7 furlongs. €124 to enter, €31 extra if declared to run. Penalties - (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 6lb extra for each race won. Horses which receive a published weight of 8st 5lbs or less will be entitled to a 50% reduction in entry fee. Should they be declared to run they will then become liable for the full amount of the cost to run. Handicaps calculated 23rd August. Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €9145; Second: €3100; Third: €1550; Fourth: €775; Fifth: €465; Sixth: €310.

SEE PAGE 66 FOR THIS RACE EIGHTH RACE 7.45p.m. The Bord Na Mona Recycling Apprentice Handicap of €11,000 (45-75) (Generously sponsored by Bord Na Mona Recycling) 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 45-75. Top weight in the original handicap and after the time of declaration shall not be less than 10st 2lbs and the minimum weight shall not be less than 8st 6lbs. About 7 furlongs. €88 to enter, €22 extra if declared to run. Penalties - (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 6lb 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 5lb allowance (65 winners).

Allowances - (up to and including 23rd August and which are not cumulative); Apprentices who have not ridden three *winners allowed 7lb; Apprentices who have not ridden twenty *winners allowed 4lb; Apprentices who have not ridden forty *winners allowed 2lb. *Including races under any N.H. Rules. Handicaps calculated 23rd August. Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €6490; Second: €2200; Third: €1100; Fourth: €550; Fifth: €330; Sixth: €220.

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