Curragh Racecard - Sunday 12th September - Longines Irish Champions Weekend

Day 2 | 12th September 2021 the curragh racecourse

FEATURING FOUR GROUP 1’S INCLUDING

THE COMER GROUP INTERNATIONAL IRISH ST LEGER THE MOYGLARE STUD STAKES THE GOFFS VINCENT O’BRIEN NATIONAL STAKES THE DERRINSTOWN STUD FLYING FIVE STAKES

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WELCOME TO DAY 2 OF LONGINES IRISH CHAMPIONS WEEKEND It is a pleasure to welcome you to the Curragh for the second day of Longines Irish Champions Weekend.

This year’s event carries a special significance. Since the beginning of this week, Irish racecourses have been permitted to increase their capacity as Covid-19 restrictions begin to ease across the country and the first significant spectator attendances at Irish racecourses in almost 18 months were permitted at Leopardstown yesterday and here this afternoon.

A year ago, this meeting was one of so many held behind closed doors. The absence of telling numbers of owners, racecourse members, sponsors and racegoers alike has been keenly felt for far too long. It means so much to us all that the turnstiles are spinning once again.

I would like to reiterate how proud Irish racing can be of its response to the pandemic. But while a return to normality is fast approaching, everyone must be mindful that some restrictions remain as we look ahead to a wonderful day’s racing.

No other day’s racing in Ireland features four Group 1 races. The Comer Group International Irish St Leger is the final Classic of the 2021 season, the Derrinstown Stud Flying Five Stakes is our flagship sprint event and established as two of the best juvenile races on the European calendar are the Moyglare Stud Stakes and the Goffs Vincent O’Brien National Stakes.

A terrific afternoon awaits and I trust that you all have a day at the races to remember. Welcome back to the Curragh.

Brian Kavanagh Chief Executive, Horse Racing Ireland 2

OFFICIALS SUNDAY 12TH SEPTEMBER 2021 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 observed.

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

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

STAKEHOLDER: Horse Racing Ireland

ACTING STEWARDS: Mr. Justice. F. Clarke Mr. L. McFerran Mr. R. Dore Mr. N. B. Wachman Mr. P. D. Matthews

MEDICAL OFFICER: Dr Jennifer Pugh VETERINARY OFFICERS: Mr Joe O’Donnell Mr John Byrne Mr Ernan O’Donnell

CLERK OF THE COURSE: Mr. B. Sheridan

FARRIERS: Eamon Behan Sean Kelly

CLERK OF THE SCALES: Mr. H. Hynes STARTER: Mr. J. R. Banahan

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

JUDGE: Mr. A. L. McKeever HANDICAPPERS: Mr G. O’Gorman & Mr. M. Bird STEWARDS SECRETARY: Mr. L. Walsh

CLERK OF THE COURSE: Mr. B. Sheridan

MEDICAL OFFICERS: Dr. J. Pugh & Dr. P. Houlihan

For information and all the latest news, visit:

VETERINARY OFFICER: Mr. A. Tyrrell, M.R.C.V.S.

www.curragh.ie

VETERINARY ASSISTANTS: Ms. C. Murphy, Mr D. J. Condell & Ms. C. S. Murphy SECURITY OFFICERS: Mr. C. Gordon & Mr. D. Buckley

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TODAY’S SCHEDULE RACE ONE 1.45pm

RACE TWO 2.20pm

RACE THREE 2.55pm

RACE FOUR 3.30pm

RACE FIVE 4.05pm

RACE SIX 4.40pm

RACE SEVEN 5.15pm

RACE EIGHT 5.45pm

The Irish Stallion Farms EBF ‘Bold Lad’ Sprint Handicap Stakes The Moyglare “Jewels” Blandford Stakes (Group 2) The Derrinstown Stud Flying Five Stakes (Group 1) The Moyglare Stud Stakes (Group 1)

The Goffs Vincent O’Brien National Stakes (Group 1) The Comer Group International Irish St Leger (Group 1) The Tattersalls Ireland Super Auction Sale Stakes The Irish Stallion Farms EBF ‘Northfields’ Handicap Stakes 4

MEET THE TEAM

The Team at The Curragh

Evan Arkwright Chief Executive (Interim)

Jean Monahan General Administration Manager

Richard Brophy Grounds Manager

Paul Keane Sales Manager

Aisling Mulhall Operations Manager

Ciara Doyle Racing & Training Grounds Executive

Ruth Murphy Marketing Consultant

Robbie Moore Stable Yard Manager

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Heather Downey Acting Marketing Manager

Joanne Hyland Race Day Administration Assistant

Pat Kelly Training Grounds Manager

RUNNING ORDER LONGINES IRISH CHAMPIONS WEEKEND 2021

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YOUNG DESIGNER AWARD 12th Sept 2021 The Curragh We are delighted to introduce the inaugural Longines Irish Champions Weekend Young Designer Award. From over 50 entries three finalists have been chosen and they will showcase their designs today at The Curragh.

The overall winner will be chosen and announced by our panel of judges which includes Courtney Smith, Rebecca Dore (EVOKE) and RoxAnne Tierney (Longines).

The winner will receive a prize to the value of €10,000 including a Longines timepiece.

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What to expect at the Curragh for Longines Irish Champions Weekend Day 2: Gates Open 11am.

Live Music from 11-5.30pm will be situated throughout the racecourse.

There will be a Parade of Champions in the Parade Ring from 12.30pm, this will be made up of multiple Grade 1 winners Faugheen, Hurricane Fly, Douvan and Hardy Eustace.

At 1pm will see a panel of experts taking part in the Winning Line from the Parade Ring where they will go through the card for the day and discuss each race in detail.

Racing starts at 1.45pm for an eight race card including 4 Group 1 races and the last Classic of the season will take place until 5.45 pm.

The Longines Young Designer Award has been running virtually and three finalists have been selected from a large volume of entries. The winner for this prestigious award will be announced in the parade ring at 3.45pm.

We will have a number of locations fully serviced available for you to enjoy.

• Derby Bar which is an indoor seated bar: All vaccinated Racegoers will be able to enjoy (Covid Cert needed for indoor seating) West End Terrace – All racegoers, outdoor facilities, tables located on the terrace and at ground level on the grass area.

• Bookmakers • Food & Beverage • Live Music throughout the day • Children’s Entertainment • Toilets Champions’ Hall – walkthrough area for all racegoers: • Atrium Café - Take Away • Food Court - Take Away • ATM • Toilets The Curragh Plaza – Situated beside the parade ring for all racegoers, with seating around the marquees.

• Food and Beverages • Tea and Coffee • Toilets • Ice Cream Van • Live Music •

Bookmakers

Children’s playground will be open with main facilities in the Kids area at the West End Terrace.

• Parade Ring Lounge – This is located beside the parade ring, close to the Welcome sign.

This is a Take Away service for all racegoers.

• Champagne Bar – Limited indoor seated bar with tables also outside on the terrace. All racegoers will be able to avail of beverages from the Champagne Bar and again you will need Covid Certs for any indoor facilities.

• Orby’s – Situated beside the parade ring for Seated Dining. All racegoers will be able to avail of dining in Orby’s, outdoor facilities so no vaccination cert will be required.

LEVEL 2 • Lilywhites’ Lounge - indoor seated bar available for all vaccinated racegoers. *Covid Cert needed for indoor beverages.

• Oaks Restaurant - Owners Lounge, you will need an owners/trainers pass to gain access to Oaks Restaurant. Covid Cert will be needed for indoor dining.

Food Voucher provided for owners can be redeemed from any food outlet for anyone with No Covid Certs.

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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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2021 Fixtures 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 Curragh Student Derby (Charity Race)

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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.

DAM

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

TRACK INFORMATION

1m6f

1m4f

1m2f

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

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.

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6f63y

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TRAINERS IN FORM - MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS: J HARRINGTON (12 wins from 53 runners, 23%) runs PROVOCATEUSE (1.45), OODNADATTA & CAYENNE PEPPER (2.20), DISCOVERIES (3.30), BARRINGTON COURT and BARBADOS (4.40), SLAMADOOR & BENEVOLENT (5.15), PROTAGONIST and STILL STANDING (5.45).

J P O’BRIEN (10 wins from 63 runners, 16%) runs THUNDERING NIGHTS and LOVELY ESTEEM (2.20), AGARTHA (3.30), ULTRAMARINE (4.05), TWILIGHT PAYMENT, BARON SAMEDI & MASTER OF REALITY (4.40), CYNISCA & BIENVENUE (5.15), BAND OF OUTLAWS, MAX MAYHEM, PRAIRIE DANCER & VULTAN (5.45).

C APPLEBY (9 wins from 25 runners, 36%) runs NATIVE TRAIL (4.05).

JOCKEYS IN FORM - MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS: WILLIAM BUICK (16 wins from 67 rides, 24%) rides NATIVE TRAIL (4.05), DELMONA (5.15).

OISIN MURPHY (14 wins from 61 rides, 23%) rides LAUGH A MINUTE (1.45), DRAGON SYMBOL (2.55), ADJUVANT (5.15), HE KNOWS NO FEAR (5.45).

COLIN KEANE (11 wins from 50 rides, 22%) rides POWER UNDER ME (1.45), AMMA GRACE (2.20), FRENETIC (2.55), CAIRDE GO DEO (3.30), DUKE DE SESSA (4.05), AMHRAN NA BHFIANN (4.40), CASHEW (5.15), STAR HARBOUR (5.45).

FANCY THAT D K WELD won the Moyglare “Jewels” Blandford Stakes (Group 2) at 2.20 in 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019.

The stable is represented by Amma Grace in the race today.

A P O’BRIEN won the Moyglare Stud Stakes (Group 1) at 3.30 in 2011, 2015, 2017 and 2019.

The stable is represented by Concert Hall & Prettiest in the race today.

A P O’BRIEN won the Goffs Vincent O’Brien National Stakes (Group 1) at 4.05 in 2011, 2014, 2015 and 2016.

The stable is represented by Point Lonsdale in the race today.

C APPLEBY won the Goffs Vincent O’Brien National Stakes (Group 1) at 4.05 in 2018 and 2019.

The stable is represented by Native Trail in the race today.

D K WELD won the Comer Group International Irish St Leger (Group 1) at 4.40 in 2013, 2019 and 2020.

The stable is represented by Search For A Song in the race today, who has won the last two renewals A P O’BRIEN won the Comer Group International Irish St Leger (Group 1) in 2015, 2017 and 2018.

The stable is represented by Amhran Na Bhfiann, Carlisle Bay, King Of The Castle & Passion in the race today.

STABLE MOVES 1.45 - WARRIOR BRAVE has moved from M Appleby to R O’Sullivan.

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 10th September

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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

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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PARADE OF CHAMPIONS We are delighted to welcome a host of racing royalty to the Curragh today at 12:30pm for a parade of champions, a celebration of racing icons as they live life to the full off the track.

FAUGHEEN

Dubbed “The Machine”, Willie Mullins’ star hurdler graced the track on 26 occasions, winning 17 of those runs.

His first big win came in the Neptune Novices’ Hurdle at the 2014 Cheltenham Festival, after which he was dropped in trip to win another Grade 1, this time at Punchestown.

Kept to the minimum trip over hurdles, he won at Ascot and Kempton before winning the Champion Hurdle at the 2015 Cheltenham Festival, after which he again followed up at Punchestown.

More Grade 1’s followed in 2016, but a disappointing run at Cheltenham in 2018 saw him upped to three miles at Punchestown, which he saw out superbly to win the Champion Stayers Hurdle.

Sent chasing at the ripe old age of 11, he won two Grade 1’s over the bigger obstacles before finishing a fine third in the Marsh Novices’ Chase at the 2020 Cheltenham Festival.

HURRICANE FLY Very few non-humans have held world records. Hurricane Fly is one of those.

A dual winner of the Champion Hurdle at the Cheltenham Festival, he won his first in 2011 and when winning in 2013 he became the first horse in 38 years to regain his title.

In November 2013 he won the Morgiana Hurdle, a victory which saw him become the world record holder for most Grade 1 (or Group 1) races won by any racehorse.

In total, his record stands at an astonishing 26 wins from 42 races , including four Punchestown Champion Hurdles, one Hatton’s Grace Hurdle, four Matheson Hurdles, three Morgiana Hurdles, two Champion Hurdles and five Irish Champion Hurdles.

A generational talent, Hurricane Fly now lives at the Irish National Stud.

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HARDY EUSTACE

A whirlwind talent for force of nature Dessie Hughes, Hardy Eustace won twice on jumps racing’s biggest stage, winning two Champion Hurdles at the Cheltenham Festival.

His racing career stretched long past those Cheltenham triumphs. He was a regular in the Ascot Hurdle, a race which he won twice in 2006 and 2007, and he landed the Irish Champion Hurdle in 2017.

He continued to run admirably consistently even in the latter stages of his career and even ran a few times at the Curragh, finishing sixth in a handicap under Richard Hughes in 2006 and finishing 11th in the Irish Cesarewitch in 2007 under then three pound claimer Padraig Beggy.

DOUVAN

A high-class novice hurdler, an even better novice chaser and a superstar two miler, Douvan had the world at his feet.

His electric turn of foot left all his rivals toiling in his wake over fences and over the minimum trip he was often a dream ride for Ruby Walsh.

Twice a winner at the Cheltenham Festival, in the Supreme Novices’ Hurdle and the Arkle Novices’ Chase, Douvan’s streak of 13 wins in a row was broken at Cheltenham in March 2017 when he sustained an injury in the Champion Chase.

Although he recovered, he never fully regained his best form and was retired after a string of injuries.

An athletic horse with tremendous size and scope, he was built for chasing, and if luckier with injuries who knows how high he could have flown.

He will be fondly remembered by racing fans.

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CHURCHILL

2016 GOFFS VINCENT O’BRIEN NATIONAL STAKES WINNER

Another star winner of the Goffs Vincent O’Brien National Stakes for Ballydoyle, Churchill saw off the talented Mehmas to win the 2016 renewal comfortably under Ryan Moore, making it three wins in a row for Aidan O’Brien, following on from Gleneagles and Air Force Blue.

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CURRAGH TRAINER PROFILE Eddie & Patrick Harty Father and son Eddie & Patrick Harty are based out of Mulgrave Lodge on The Curragh, they became the first joint licence holders in Ireland earlier this year. Eddie has been training on The Curragh since 2004 and has trained many talented horses including Captain Cee Bee who won at The Cheltenham Festival and holds the record as the oldest winner at the Curragh at 12 years old. Other talented horses trained by them include Coney Island, Dressedtothenines, Princeton Plains and Baron De’L who won 6 times at the Curragh including the Alleged Stakes. Patrick spent five years working as assistant to leading UK National Hunt trainer Nicky Henderson before coming back to Ireland and working with his father. A dual purpose yard, in recent years the Harty duo have increased their flat string which has proved a successful move with winners each season. We wish them both continued success.

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WOULD LIKE TO THANK

COMER GROUP INTERNATIONAL

FOR THEIR SUPPORT OF THE RACECOURSE, INCLUDING SPONSORSHIP OF The Comer Group International Irish St Leger Group 1 The Comer Group International Curragh Cup Group 2 The Comer Group International Irish St Leger Trial Group 3 The Raa Atoll Loughbrown Stakes Group 3

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LOVE

2019 MOYGLARE STUD STAKES WINNER

A filly of a generation, Love delivered on her juvenile promise to win the 2019 renewal of the Moylgare in fine style under Ryan Moore.

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LONGINES IRISH CHAMPIONS Make sure to visit the Longines Irish Champions Weekend Wall of Fame, located in the Curragh Plaza.

THE DERRINSTOWN STUD FLYING FIVE STAKES (GROUP 1) 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020

SOLE POWER ARDHOOMEY CARAVAGGIO HAVANA GREY FAIRYLAND GLASS SLIPPERS

CHRIS HAYES COLIN KEANE RYAN MOORE RICHARD KINGSCOTE RYAN MOORE TOM EAVES

SOLE POWER

EDWARD LYNAM GER LYONS AIDAN O’BRIEN KARL BURKE AIDAN O’BRIEN KEVIN RYAN

ARDHOOMEY

HAVANA GREY

CARAVAGGIO

FAIRYLAND

GLASS SLIPPERS

THE MOYGLARE STUD STAKES (GROUP 1) 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020

CURSORY GLANCE MINDING INTRICATELY HAPPILY SKITTER SCATTER LOVE SHALE

ANDREA ATZENI SEAMIE HEFFERNAN DONNACHA O’BRIEN DONNACHA O’BRIEN RONAN WHELAN RYAN MOORE RYAN MOORE

CURSORY GLANCE

MINDING

SKITTER SCATTER

LOVE

ROGER VARIAN AIDAN O’BRIEN JOSEPH O’BRIEN AIDAN O’BRIEN PATRICK PRENDERGAST AIDAN O’BRIEN DONNACHA O’BRIEN

INTRICATELY

SHALE

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HAPPILY

WEEKEND ROLL OF HONOUR THE GOFFS VINCENT O’BRIEN NATIONAL STAKES (GROUP 1) 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020

GLENEAGLES AIR FORCE BLUE CHURCHILL VERBAL DEXTERITY QUORTO PINATUBO THUNDER MOON

GLENEAGLES

JOSEPH O’BRIEN JOSEPH O’BRIEN RYAN MOORE KEVIN MANNING WILLIAM BUICK WILLIAM BUICK DECLAN MCDONOGH

AIR FORCE BLUE

QUORTO

CHURCHILL

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RACE ONE

FIRST RACE 1.45P.M. THE IRISH STALLION FARMS EBF ‘BOLD LAD’ SPRINT HANDICAP OF W125,000 (PREMIER HANDICAP)

6f

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

Stalls centre of course. Handicaps calculated 31st August. Value to winner: r73750; Second: r25000; Third: r12500; Fourth: r6250; Fifth: r3750; Sixth: r2500.

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PLAY THE PLACEPOT NOW! TRIFECTA RACE Br Breeding No

Horse

1

MASTER MATT (GB) (17)

B Breeder

O Owner

F Form

T Trainer

Age

st

lb

(lbs)

Draw

5

10

0

(140)

(7)

(B,T)

Br B g Slade Power - Ahaaly (GB) B Shadwell Estate Company Limited O F W Lynch

J Jockey

217291 F Sam Ewing (5) J Matthew J Smith T

A course winner who gamely struck in Listed company over 5f at Tipperary last time. Sam Ewing takes a valuable 5lb off his back this afternoon and he must enter calculations. Winning Range Sft-Gd & AW. Star Rating 4 Master Matt (GB) 7 flat wins r75,639.50 C D — Handicap Rating 104 14/1 HR96 Sam Ewing 9.9 (BK) won nk 1 1/4L from White Lavender 9.2 and Urban Beat 9.9 TIPP 26 AUG 15rn Listed 5f Gd/Yld 57.2sec 25/1 HR98 Sam Ewing 9.4 (BK) (TS) 4 1/2L 9th of 19 to Major Power 8.4 here 17 JUL Ext hcp 6f 63yds Gd 13/2 HR95 C.T. Keane 9.7 (BK) 2L 2nd to Urban Beat 10.0 here 27 JUN 17rn Ext hcp 5f Gd/Frm

2

GULLIVER (GB) (7)

7 (C,T)

Br B g Sayif - Sweet Coincidence (GB) B S A Douch O Withernsea Thoroughbred Limited

9

13

(139)

(2)

650024 F Ronan Whelan J David O’Meara (in GB) T

Ran a blinder in the Stewards’ Cup on his penultimate outing and certainly not disgraced in Listed company at York last week. No surprise if he’s finishing fast and late. Winning Range Sft-GF & AW. Star Rating 3 Gulliver (GB) 8 flat wins €214,704.50 D — Handicap Rating 103 Daniel Tudhope 9.2 (CP) (TS) 1 1/2L 1 1/2L 3/4L 4th to Great Ambassador (GB) 9.2 YORK 5 SEP 4rn Listed 6f Gd /Frm Adam Kirby 9.0 (CP) (TS) nk 2nd to Commanche Falls (GB) 9.1 GOODWOOD 31 JUL 24rn hcp 6f Sft David Nolan 9.8 (CP) (TS) 10L last of 14 to Venturous 9.5 YORK 24 JUL hcp (0-105)6f Gd /Frm

3

POWER UNDER ME (35)

3

9

13

Br B g Mehmas - Oonagh B Ms Barbel Reiss O Vincent Gaul

(139)

(9)

1-4232 F Colin Keane J G M Lyons T

Has done little wrong in five starts to date, running well in Group company on the last three occasions. Returns to handicapping off a mark of 105 and looks sure to go close. Winning Range Sft. Star Rating 5 Power Under Me 1 flat win r9,145.00 D — Handicap Rating 105 13/2 HR104 C.T. Keane 9.5 2 1/4L 2nd to Gustavus Weston 10.0 here 8 AUG 7rn Group 3 6f Yld 5/1 HR104 C.T. Keane 9.3 1 1/4L 2 1/2L 3rd to Order Of Australia 9.13 here 18 JUL 7rn Group 2 7f Gd 17/2 HR96 C.T. Keane 9.5 nk hd 3rd to A Case Of You 9.5 NAAS 16 MAY 9rn Group 3 5f 205yds Sft

4

DOWNFORCE (113)

9

Br B g Fast Company - Spinning Ruby (GB) B P Burns O Donal Finnan

(Blinkers)

9

11

(137)

(23)

30-1900 F Nathan Crosse (3) J W McCreery T

Made a winning return over 5f here in March but hasn’t run to that level in three starts since. Dropped 3lb since his latest effort but still faces an uphill battle. Winning Range Hvy-Gd. Star Rating 2 Downforce 7 flat wins r112,282.50 CD — Handicap Rating 101 22/1 HR104 N.M. Crosse 9.13 (BK) 7 1/2L 11th of 22 to Verhoyen (GB) 8.10 here 22 MAY Ext hcp 5f 110yds Sft/Hvy 20/1 HR106 W.J. Lee 9.11 (BK) 14L last of 10 to Logo Hunter 9.3 NAAS 16 MAY Listed 5f Sft 14/1 HR106 N.M. Crosse 9.9 (BK) 6 1/2L 9th of 15 to Laugh A Minute (GB) 9.9 CK 3 APR Listed 6f Yld

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LUSTOWN BABA (47)

4

9

10

Br Gr f Alhebayeb - Dancing Duchess B Laurence & Carla Sheedy O Back Road Syndicate

(136)

(24)

1-40202 F Billy Lee J W McCreery T

Runner-up in Listed company on two of her last three starts and this dual course-and-distance winner returns to the handicap ranks with a proper chance. Winning Range SH-YS. Star Rating 4 Lustown Baba 4 flat wins r114,250.00 CD — Handicap Rating 100 5/1 HR102 W.J. Lee 9.12 3 1/2L 2nd to Galtee Mist 9.9 GAL 27 JUL 15rn Listed 7f Sft 5/1 HR104 L.F. Roche 9.8 11L last of 13 to Sonaiyla 9.8 here 2 JUN Group 3 6f Yld 8/1 HR104 W.J. Lee 9.11 1/2L 2nd to Snapraeterea 9.2 NAAS 16 MAY 7rn Listed 7f Sft

6

WARRIOR BRAVE (GB) (86)

3

9

(CPiece)

Br B g Twilight Son (GB) - Gladiatrix (GB) B Mr Harry Dutfield O Against All Odds Partnership

8

(134)

(21)

2-15120 F Oisin Orr J Ross O’Sullivan T

Didn’t do much wrong for Michael Appleby barring a lacklustre effort at Royal Ascot last time. Has since joined this shrewd yard and is worth a market check at least. Winning Range GF & AW. Star Rating 3 Warrior Brave (GB) 3 flat wins r19,456.20 — Handicap Rating 100 Silvestre De Sousa 9.2 (BK) 15L 16th of 19 to Significantly (GB) 9.1 ASCOT 18 JUN hcp (0-105)5f Hvy S. De Sousa 9.0 (CP) 3/4L 2nd to Atalis Bay (GB) 9.0 SANDOWN PARK 12 JUN 9rn Listed 5f 10yds Gd /Frm Tom Marquand 9.7 (CP) won 1/2L 2 1/2L from Cahors (GB) 8.6 and Nelson Gay 9.6 GOODWOOD 30 APR 4rn hcp (71-90)5f Gd /Frm 0min 59.3sec

7

ANGEL PALM (GB) (28)

3

9

7

(Blinkers)

Br Br f Dark Angel - Palmette (GB) B Juddmonte Farms Ltd O Juddmonte

(133)

(22)

18-4681 F Gary Carroll J G M Lyons T

Produced a career-best performance when scoring readily at Dundalk last time and although this is tougher and she’s 8lb higher, the Dark Angel filly cannot be ruled out. Winning Range Gd & AW. Star Rating 3 Angel Palm (GB) 2 flat wins r22,125.00 D — Handicap Rating 99 9/1 HR91 C.T. Keane 9.1 (BK) won 2 1/4L hd from Harry’s Bar (GB) 9.11 and Riot 9.7 DUN 15 AUG 14rn hcp 6f Std 1min 10.8sec 50/1 HR91 Sam Ewing 9.2 (BK) 6 3/4L 8th of 12 to Pearls Galore (FR) 9.10 FAIR 11 JUL Group 3 7f Gd 3/1Fav HR92 C.T. Keane 9.9 5L 6th of 8 to Wood Ranger 9.0 NAAS 23 JUN hcp 5f 205yds Gd

8

LAUGH A MINUTE (GB) (16)

6

9

3

(129)

(18)

700680 F Oisin Murphy J Adrian McGuinness T

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

The booking of Oisin Murphy catches the eye but he hasn’t threatened the judge for a while and looks up against it, despite an ever-falling handicap rating. Winning Range GS-GF. Star Rating 2 Laugh A Minute (GB) 4 flat wins r216,342.20 D — Handicap Rating 93 8/1 HR98 C.J. MacRedmond 9.7 10L 10th of 16 to Goodnight Girl 8.6 here 27 AUG Ext hcp 6f Gd 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

9

HIGHTIMEYOUWON (GB) (57)

Br B Br g Garswood (GB) - Hightime Heroine B Cheveley Park Stud Ltd O Newtown Anner Stud Farm Ltd

5

9

2

(Blinkers)

(128)

(6)

594142 F Ryan Moore J D K Weld T

Running consistently well before his mini-break and with Ryan Moore booked to do the steering today, connections clearly mean business and he rates a leading contender. Winning Range GY-Gd. Star Rating 4 Hightimeyouwon (GB) 3 flat wins r64,605.00 D — Handicap Rating 92 15/2 HR88 D. McMonagle 8.10 (BK) hd 2nd to Major Power 8.4 here 17 JUL 19rn Ext hcp 6f 63yds Gd 12/1 HR87 Sam Ewing 9.10 (BK) 1 1/4L 1/2L hd 4th to Ice Cold In Alex 9.1 here 25 JUN 26rn hcp (60-90)7f Gd 10/1 HR84 M.P. Sheehy 8.5 (BK) won hd hd from Fil The Power (GB) 8.3 and Real Appeal (GER) 9.10 CK 7 MAY 20rn Ext hcp 7f Gd/Frm 1min 25.4sec

10 PROVOCATEUSE (21)

3

Br B f Pride of Dubai (AUS) - Malicieuse B Niarchos Family O Niarchos Family

(CPiece)

9

2

(128)

(4)

531181 F Shane Foley J Mrs John Harrington T

Bounced back from a lacklustre performance at Cork when making virtually all at Naas last time, following on from two wins in July.

This sharp sort should give it a good go from the front. Winning Range YS-Gd. Star Rating 3 Provocateuse 3 flat wins r25,665.00 C — Handicap Rating 94 16/1 HR87 S.T. McCullagh 9.8 (CP) won 1 1/2L 3/4L from Young Angel 9.3 and Dragons Call 8.10 NAAS 22 AUG 12rn hcp 5f 205yds Yld/Sft 1min 13.2sec 7/2Fav HR87 T.P. Madden 8.13 (CP) 4 3/4L 8th of 12 to Frenetic 10.0 CK 23 JUL Ext hcp 5f Gd/Frm 14/1 HR75 S. Foley 9.7 (CP) won 2 3/4L 1/2L from Arnhem 10.0 and Young Angel 9.10 here 18 JUL 15rn hcp (50-80)5f Gd 59.6sec

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RACE ONE

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RACE ONE

11 VERHOYEN (GB) (37)

6

9

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

1

(127)

(28)

85-4102 F Mikey Sheehy (5) J M C Grassick T

An impressive winner over 5 1/2f here in May and ran to a similar level when touched off at Tipperary last time. Top apprentice aboard and shouldn’t be underestimated. Winning Range SH-Gd & AW. Star Rating 3 Verhoyen (GB) 4 flat wins r111,518.00 CD — Handicap Rating 91 9/2 HR92 G.M. Ryan 9.6 (BK) 1/2L 2nd to Strong Johnson 9.6 TIPP 6 AUG 7rn 5f Sft 20/1 HR93 W.J. Lee 9.4 (BK) 7 3/4L 16th of 19 to Major Power 8.4 here 17 JUL Ext hcp 6f 63yds Gd 12/1 HR82 W.J. Lee 8.10 (BK) won 2 3/4L 1/2L from Pretty Boy Floyd 7.13 and Pretty Rebel 8.7 here 22 MAY 22rn Ext hcp 5f 110yds Sft/Hvy 1min 8sec

12 BIG GOSSEY (16)

4

8

11

(123)

(5)

064207 F Michael Hussey J Charles O’Brien T

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

Ran a fine race over this trip at Naas early last month but has disappointed in two starts subsequently. A recent 2lb drop helps but it is unlikely to be enough. Winning Range Gd & AW. Star Rating 2 Big Gossey 3 flat wins r30,110.00 CD — Handicap Rating 87 11/1 HR89 M.C. Hussey 9.5 (TS) 9L 7th of 16 to Goodnight Girl 8.6 here 27 AUG Ext hcp 6f Gd 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

13 BLAIRMAYNE (41)

8

8

11

(123)

(20)

30-2061 F Gavin Ryan J Natalia Lupini T

Br B g Zebedee (GB) - Amended (GB) B Peter & Hugh McCutcheon O Raintree Racing Partnership

Ran an eyecatching race over course and distance two starts ago and took a step forward when winning readily at Naas last time. A 4lb rise is fair and he warrants respect. Winning Range GY-GF. Star Rating 3 Blairmayne 6 flat wins r57,830.00 CD — Handicap Rating 87 8/1 HR83 S. Foley 9.6 won 2 1/4L 1 1/4L from Big Gossey 9.12 and Lord Dudley 8.13 NAAS 2 AUG 12rn Ext hcp 5f 205yds Gd 1min 11.5sec 15/2 HR83 S. Foley 9.6 3 1/2L 6th of 17 to Fastnet Crown 9.6 here 27 JUN Ext hcp 6f Gd/Frm 12/1 HR83 A.J. Slattery 9.0 3 1/4L 10th of 16 to Dream Today 9.3 FAIR 11 JUN Ext hcp 6f Gd/Frm

14 MAJOR POWER (28)

6

8

11

(123)

(11)

215010 F Danny Sheehy (3) J Edward Lynam T

Br Gr g Bated Breath (GB) - Cool Power B Mrs Sabena Powers & Edward Lynam O Edward Lynam

Defied odds of 50/1 when winning over an extended 6f here two starts ago but failed to back that up at Dundalk last time. Hard to dismiss, but others make more appeal. Winning Range Gd & AW. Star Rating 2 Major Power 6 flat wins r91,175.50 C — Handicap Rating 87 5/1 HR89 S.M. Crosse 9.3 6 1/4L 10th of 14 to Angel Palm (GB) 9.1 DUN 15 AUG hcp 6f Std 50/1 HR82 D.E. Sheehy 8.4 won hd 2L from Hightimeyouwon (GB) 8.10 and Grammata 7.13 here 17 JUL 19rn Ext hcp 6f 63yds Gd 1min 15.8sec 28/1 HR83 M.A. Enright 9.11 7 1/2L 12th of 26 to Ice Cold In Alex 9.1 here 25 JUN hcp (60-90)7f Gd

15 ONLY SPOOFING (8)

7

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

(Visor)

8

11

(123)

(13)

488666 F Wesley Joyce (7) J Kevin Thomas Coleman T

A regular in these big-field handicaps and often runs well. With Wesley Joyce taking 7lb off his back, and equipped with a first-time visor, he may surprise a few. Winning Range Gd-GF. Star Rating 3 Only Spoofing 9 flat wins r107,062.20 — Handicap Rating 87 7/2 HR87 G.F. Carroll 9.3 4L 6th of 8 to Art Of Unity (GB) 8.6 NAV 4 SEP hcp 5f Gd 6/1 HR89 G.F. Carroll 9.5 8L 6th of 16 to Goodnight Girl 8.6 here 27 AUG Ext hcp 6f Gd Marco Ghiani 9.7 5L 6th of 25 to Mr Wagyu 9.8 GOODWOOD 31 JUL hcp 6f Sft

16 SHABAABY (GB) (16)

6

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

(CPiece)

8

9

(121)

(10)

650705 F Gary Halpin J J F Levins T

Certainly not disgraced over course and distance last time but needs to improve a fair bit to be competitive in this contest. Dropped 2lb in the ratings, but still hard to fancy. Winning Range Sft-GS. Star Rating 2 Shabaaby (GB) 3 flat wins r34,072.20 D — Handicap Rating 85 50/1 HR87 D.W. O’Connor 9.3 (CP) 8L 5th of 16 to Goodnight Girl 8.6 here 27 AUG Ext hcp 6f Gd 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

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3

8

Br B g Requinto - Hi Empress B Sean Hennessy O DWPJ Investments Ltd

8

(120)

(8)

0221 F Chris Hayes J Edward Lynam T

Has done nothing but improve in four starts so far and comfortably justified favouritism to get off the mark over 5f here. Back up in trip for his handicap debut and merits consideration. Winning Range Yld. Star Rating 3 Jon Riggens 1 flat win r8,850.00 C — Handicap Rating 86 9/4Fav HR79 S.M. Crosse 9.7 won 1 1/4L 1L from Heavenly Power 9.7 and Notoriously Risky (GB) 9.2 here 8 AUG 12rn mdn 5f Yld 59.8sec 17/2 S.M. Crosse 9.7 2L 2nd to Gyldan 9.9 TIPP 1 JUN 14rn mdn 5f Gd/Yld 40/1 S.M. Crosse 9.7 2 3/4L 2nd to Quarantine Dreams 9.7 CK 7 MAY 16rn mdn 5f Gd/Frm

18 AFFABLE (GB) (21)

4

8

(TStrap)

Br Br f New Approach - Al Baidaa (GB) B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited O Mrs Pauline Condon

7?+2

(119)

(12)

113410 F J M Sheridan (3) J K J Condon T

In fine form prior to a lacklustre performance at Naas (vet examined post race and reported to be normal). If forgiven that run, she has a definite chance. Winning Range Sft-Gd. Star Rating 3 Affable (GB) 4 flat wins r36,264.70 — Handicap Rating 83 8/1 HR85 J.M. Sheridan 9.10 (TS) 20L 11th of 12 to Provocateuse 9.8 NAAS 22 AUG hcp 5f 205yds Yld/Sft 7/1 HR75 J.M. Sheridan 8.8 (TS) won 2 1/4L s/hd from Maud Gonne Spirit 9.7 and Petticoat Rule 8.7 CK 7 AUG 8rn hcp 7f Sft 1min 26.8sec 6/1 HR75 J.M. Sheridan 9.6 (TS) 2 3/4L 1/2L 1 1/4L 4th to Provocateuse 9.7 here 18 JUL 15rn hcp (50-80)5f Gd

19 GRAMMATA (16)

3 (CPiece)

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

8

7

(119)

(17)

938390 F Joe Doyle J Denis Gerard Hogan T

Races off a 1lb lower mark than when placed over an extended 6f here in July, but has struggled in two starts since. Needs first-time cheekpieces to work the oracle. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 2 Grammata 1 flat win r8,260.00 — Handicap Rating 85 11/1 HR87 Izzy Clifton 8.7 11L 12th of 16 to Goodnight Girl 8.6 here 27 AUG Ext hcp 6f Gd 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

20 LORD DUDLEY (16)

3

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

8

(Blinkers)

6

(118)

(14)

122132 F Adam Farragher (7) J Kieran P Cotter T

Has been running consistently well for a number of months and could potentially improve further for the application of first-time blinkers.

Merits a place on the shortlist. Winning Range Sft-Gd. Star Rating 4 Lord Dudley 2 flat wins r12,095.00 D — Handicap Rating 84 4/1Fav HR79 L.F. Roche 8.6 1/2L 2nd to Goodnight Girl 8.6 here 27 AUG 16rn Ext hcp 6f Gd 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

21 ROUGH DIAMOND (57)

4

8

Br B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Good To Follow B Mr Edward Lynam O N W T Dalzell & Edward Lynam

6

(118)

(25)

120-036 F Wayne Lordan J Edward Lynam T

Remains lightly raced and was last seen recording a sixth-placed effort at this course in July. Looks to be on a tempting mark and is not to be underestimated. Winning Range Sft. Star Rating 4 Rough Diamond 1 flat win r7,080.00 CD — Handicap Rating 82 6/1 HR84 M.A. Enright 8.9 3 1/4L 6th of 19 to Major Power 8.4 here 17 JUL Ext hcp 6f 63yds Gd 9/1 HR83 M.A. Enright 9.4 hd 1/2L 3rd to Master Matt (GB) 9.12 TIPP 1 JUN 14rn Ext hcp 5f Gd/Yld 6/1 HR86 M.A. Enright 9.5 14L 12th of 17 to Zig Zag Zyggy 8.13 NAAS 28 MAR Ext hcp 5f 205yds Sft

22 SENDMYLOVETOYOU (21)

5

Br B f Invincible Spirit - Sendmylovetorose (GB) B Mr M Enright O M J Enright

(CPiece)

8

6

(118)

(1)

61-0006 F N G McCullagh J M Halford T

Has started to slip down the weights after some below-par runs this season. Has each-way claims in this contest if bouncing back to her best form. Winning Range Yld & AW. Star Rating 3 Sendmylovetoyou 2 flat wins r20,664.00 CD — Handicap Rating 81 12/1 HR85 R.P. Whelan 9.13 6 3/4L 6th of 12 to Provocateuse 9.8 NAAS 22 AUG hcp 5f 205yds Yld/Sft 40/1 HR88 R.P. Whelan 8.13 (CP) 10L 18th of 19 to Major Power 8.4 here 17 JUL Ext hcp 6f 63yds Gd 80/1 HR88 B.M. Coen 9.4 (CP) 6L 14th of 16 to Romantic Proposal 9.4 here 26 JUN Listed 6f Gd

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RACE ONE

23 CHESSMAN (4)

7

Br B g Acclamation (GB) - Dulcian B Corduff Stud O Chessman Partnership

8

6

(118)

(15)

005399 F Jamie Powell (7) J Richard John O’Brien T

Has not won since his racecourse debut at Kempton in 2016. Will need to be near his best form to threaten in this field with a 7lb claimer booked. Winning Range AW. Star Rating 2 Chessman 1 flat win r4,370.90 — Handicap Rating 80 11/1 HR80 C.T. Keane 9.9 4 1/4L 9th of 13 to She’s In The Game 8.10 CK 8 SEP hcp 6f Gd 15/8Fav HR84 C.D. Hayes 9.11 (TS) 5L 9th of 11 to Woodrow 9.9 LEP 5 AUG 7f 20yds Yld 4/1 HR85 D. King 8.13 (V) (TS) 1 1/4L 1 1/4L 3rd to Geological 8.9 DRYL 23 JUL 9rn Ext hcp 7f Gd/Frm

24 FERRYBANK (GB) (24)

3

8

6

(118)

(3)

634313 F Andrew Slattery J T M Walsh T

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

A progressive three-year-old who has been improving in handicaps this season. Now drops back in distance and holds each-way claims in this field. Winning Range Gd & AW. Star Rating 3 Ferrybank (GB) 2 flat wins r15,635.00 D — Handicap Rating 81 11/1 HR82 C.D. Hayes 9.0 1 3/4L 1/2L 3rd to Moddy Poddle 9.1 KILL 19 AUG 12rn 1m 30yds Gd 13/2 HR76 W.J. Lee 9.4 won 1 1/4L 3/4L from Jeroboam (USA) 9.12 and Dixie Bluebell 9.5 LEP 15 JUL 7rn hcp 7f Gd 1min 28.1sec 8/1 HR77 C.D. Hayes 8.8 nk 2 1/2L 3rd to Wood Ranger 9.0 NAAS 23 JUN 8rn hcp 5f 205yds Gd

25 PRETTY BOY FLOYD (16)

6

8

6

(118)

(16)

210520 F Siobhan Rutledge (7) J Sarah Dawson T

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

Won at Haydock in May and has posted some respectable efforts in defeat this season. A previous course-and-distance winner and would welcome any ease in conditions. Winning Range Hvy-Sft. Star Rating 3 Pretty Boy Floyd 3 flat wins r16,684.20 CD — Handicap Rating 79 13/2 HR81 C.T. Keane 8.11 (V) 10L 11th of 16 to Goodnight Girl 8.6 here 27 AUG Ext hcp 6f Gd 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

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10

8

6

(CPiece)

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

(118)

(19)

080701 F Rory Cleary J M C Grassick T

Has been given a 4lb rise for his latest success over this course and distance last month, although he is out of the handicap here.

Has an each-way chance. Winning Range Hvy-GF. Star Rating 3 Texas Rock 7 flat wins r98,942.50 CD — Handicap Rating 78 20/1 HR74 W.J. Lee 9.3 (CP) won hd 2 1/4L from Dragons Call 8.7 and Mickey The Steel (GB) 9.1 here 8 AUG 15rn Ext hcp 6f Yld 1min 12.2sec 28/1 HR76 W.M. Lordan 9.12 (CP) 5L last of 13 to Ramiro 9.7 LIM 4 JUL hcp (50-80)7f Yld 50/1 HR77 W.M. Lordan 8.6 (CP) 5 1/2L 7th of 22 to Verhoyen (GB) 8.10 here 22 MAY Ext hcp 5f 110yds Sft/Hvy

27 ARNHEM (8)

5

8

Br B g Dandy Man - My Causeway Dream B Leslie Laverty O Leslie Laverty & Natalia Lupini

6

(118)

(26)

833522 F Leigh Roche J Natalia Lupini T

Has been knocking at the door this season, including a recent second-placed effort at Navan. Warrants respect but he is arguably more effective over shorter. Winning Range AW. Star Rating 3 Arnhem 1 flat win r5,900.00 D — Handicap Rating 77 2/1Fav HR77 C.D. Hayes 8.7 hd 2nd to Art Of Unity (GB) 8.6 NAV 4 SEP 8rn hcp 5f Gd 11/2 HR78 G.M. Ryan 10.0 2 3/4L 2nd to Provocateuse 9.7 here 18 JUL 15rn hcp (50-80)5f Gd 25/1 HR75 A.J. Slattery 8.3 2 3/4L 5th of 17 to Urban Beat 10.0 here 27 JUN Ext hcp 5f Gd/Frm

28 HEAVENLY POWER (22)

3

8

6

(118)

(27)

421 F Conor Hoban J Edward Lynam T

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

Remains lightly raced and is now making his handicap debut after breaking his duck at the third time of asking over course and distance last month. Intriguing contender who is not to be underestimated. Winning Range Sft. Star Rating 3 Heavenly Power 1 flat win r7,080.00 CD — Handicap Rating 78 7/2 M.A. Enright 9.7 won 1/2L 1/2L from Grigadale 9.7 and Swift Flight (FR) 9.7 here 21 AUG 22rn mdn 6f Sft 1min 15.5sec 10/1 M.A. Enright 9.7 1 1/4L 2nd to Jon Riggens 9.7 here 8 AUG 12rn mdn 5f Yld 18/1 C.D. Hayes 9.7 1 1/4L 1/2L 3 1/2L 4th to Hamwood Flier 9.2 NAAS 23 JUN 16rn mdn 7f Gd

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Long Handicap - Sendmylovetoyou 8-5 (117), Chessman 8-4 (116), Ferrybank (GB) 8-3 (115), Pretty Boy Floyd 8-3 (115), Texas Rock 8-2 (114), Arnhem 8-1 (113), Heavenly Power 8-0 (112) Probable Starting Prices - 7/1 Power Under Me, 8/1 Hightimeyouwon (GB), 10/1 Lord Dudley, 12/1 Master Matt (GB), Lustown Baba, Angel Palm (GB), Provocateuse, Blairmayne, Jon Riggens, 14/1 Gulliver (GB), 16/1 Warrior Brave (GB), Major Power, Rough Diamond, Ferrybank (GB), 20/1 Verhoyen (GB), Affable (GB), Texas Rock, Heavenly Power, 25/1 Laugh A Minute (GB), Big Gossey, Only Spoofing, Pretty Boy Floyd, Arnhem, 33/1 Downforce, Shabaaby (GB), Grammata, Sendmylovetoyou, 50/1 Chessman 2020 - 1st Mr Lupton 2nd Blairmayne 3rd Lil Grey (1 min. 13.9 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT A fiercely competitive sprint handicap to kick things off, in which class dropper POWER UNDER ME gets the nod. Ger Lyons’ consistent gelding has run well in Group company on his last three starts and he looks dangerous off a mark of 105 on his handicap return. Ryan Moore takes the ride on Hightimeyouwon, who was running consistently well earlier this year and merits consideration on his return from a small break. Lord Dudley, Lustown Baba, Master Matt and Rough Diamond are others to note.

WIN: POWER UNDER ME

DANGER: HIGHTIMEYOUWON

The logo indicates horses which were sold at a Goffs sale.

BOLD LAD The first race today honours the great Bold Lad. Trained by Paddy Prendergast, Bold Lad began his career in 1966 by winning the Youngsters Stakes in Ireland and was then sent to Royal Ascot to contest the Coventry Stakes at Royal Ascot in which he defeated a field which included Royal Palace. He won the Champagne Stakes at Doncaster defeating the previously unbeaten Ribocco, after which Prendergast described him as the best two-year-old he had ever trained, including Windy City. In September he won the Middle Park Stakes at Newmarket. In the Free Handicap, a ranking of the season’s best juveniles, he was rated three pounds clear of runner-up Royal Palace giving him Champion honors in Ireland and England.

Bold Lad began his three-year-old campaign with a win in the Tetrarch Stakes at The Curragh in Ireland. Sent to England, he was the 100/30 joint-favorite with Royal Palace going in to the Classic 2,000 Guineas Stakes at Newmarket. He finished unplaced behind Royal Palace and Taj Dewan, having been denied a clear run in the closing stages.

Bold Lad then started favourite for the Lockinge Stakes at Newbury but was beaten three-quarters of a length by the Irish-trained four-year-old Bluerullah. In the last race of his career, ran third to Reform in Ascot’s St. James’s Palace Stakes at Royal Ascot.

Retired to stud at a fee of 400 guineas, Bold Lad made a “spectacular” start to his breeding career, siring the 1000 Guineas winner Waterloo in his first crop of foals.

He also sired the leading sprinters Boldboy and Never So Bold, the Richmond Stakes winner Persian Bold (sire of Kooyonga) and Ballad Rock, the sire of Chief Singer.

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RACE ONE

B,T worn by No. 1. Blinkers worn by No. 4, No. 7, No. 9, No. 11, No. 20. C,T worn by No. 2.

CPiece worn by No. 6, No. 10, No. 16, No. 19, No. 22, No. 26.

TStrap worn by No. 18. Visor worn by No. 15. ?+2 indicates possible 2lb overweight.

PAT SMULLEN - A LEGACY

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Pat Smullen, our nine-time Irish champion jockey, was at the centre of an incredible fund-raising drive over Longines Irish Champions Weekend 2019, which culminated in the Pat Smullen Champions Race for Cancer Trials Ireland here at the Curragh Racecourse and raised approximately €2.6m for Cancer Trials Ireland.

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PAT SMULLEN - A LEGACY Ms Eibhlín Mulroe, CEO of Cancer Trials Ireland, said: “In the end, Pat helped raise €2.6m for pancreatic cancer, and since then the horse racing community has continued to support us with a range of fundraisers, prize winnings, lease donations – it has been incredible.”

These funds have contributed to four studies in total: Two new drug trials for pancreatic cancer: One aiming to improve the effect of chemo for people with newly diagnosed advanced pancreatic cancer, the other (opening Jan 2022) being for advanced stage pancreatic patients that have failed treatment, which may give participating patients a few more months of life.

The first of these trials is open now – with 11 patients of a possible 43 taking part so far.

That’s eleven patients getting an otherwise unavailable treatment for pancreatic cancer, thanks to Pat Smullen. The second trial will have up to 22 patients.

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A third non-drug nutrition study that aims to aid recovery from surgery for pancreatic cancer, while a fourth study will give patients a higher dose of radiotherapy ahead of surgery.

The Pat Smullen fund also donated €100k to St Vincent’s Hospital towards a ‘Next Generation Genetic Sequencing Machine’ that will sequence pancreatic cancer tumours, once installed this September.

The cost of trials easily runs into the millions, it is phenomenal that we have been able to pull together four studies in pancreatic cancer since 2019, in spite of the pandemic and more recently the HSE Ransomware attack.

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All of this was made possible by Pat Smullen and the people he inspired to support pancreatic cancer trials research.

I want to thank Frances Crowley, Fiona Craig and all of the people who continue to think of Pat, and Cancer Trials Ireland, when they make charitable donations.

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FAIRYLAND

2019 DERRINSTOWN STUD FLYING FIVE STAKES WINNER

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Fairyland came out on top in a Coolmore-dominated finish in 2019, when everything fell right for her over the quick five furlongs. She saw off So Perfect by a head to land her second Group 1 victory.

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SECOND RACE 2.20P.M.

1m 2f

THE MOYGLARE ‘’JEWELS’’ BLANDFORD STAKES OF W175,000 (GROUP 2)

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

Starting from stalls. Value to winner: r103250; Second: r35000; Third: r17500; Fourth: r8750; Fifth: r5250; Sixth: r3500.

RACE TWO

(For Race Conditions see page 128)

RACE SPONSOR

Eva Maria Bucher Haefner, representing Moyglare Stud, will present trophies to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. She will present €200 to the grooms in charge of the top three horses judged to be best turned out. €500 to the groom in charge of the winning horse and €500 to the stable of the winning trainer.

TRIFECTA RACE Br Breeding No

Horse

1

LOVE (25)

B Breeder

O Owner

F Form

J Jockey

T Trainer

Age

st

lb

(lbs)

Draw

4

9

11

(137)

(5)

111-133 F Ryan Moore J A P O’Brien T

Br Ch f Galileo - Pikaboo (GB) B Coolmore O Michael Tabor & Derrick Smith & Mrs John Magnier

Dual Classic winner last year and registered her fifth Group One success in the Prince Of Wales’s Stakes at Royal Ascot in June.

Performed respectably in top company on her last two starts and has excellent claims down in grade. Winning Range Gd-GF. Star Rating 4 Love 7 flat wins r1,220,158.50 C — Handicap Rating 118 R. L. Moore 9.3 6L 1/2L 3rd to Mishriff 9.6 YORK 18 AUG 7rn Group 1 1m 2f 56yds Gd R. L. Moore 9.4 1 3/4L 1 3/4L 3rd to Adayar 8.10 ASCOT 24 JUL 5rn Group 1 1m 3f 211yds Gd /Frm R. L. Moore 8.11 won 3/4L 3/4L from Audarya (FR) 8.11 and Armory 9.0 ASCOT 16 JUN 6rn Group 1 1m 1f 212yds Gd /Frm 2min 6.8sec

2

THUNDERING NIGHTS (21)

4

9

11

(137)

(8)

37-2213 F Shane Crosse J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

Br B f Night of Thunder - Cape Castle B Manjri Farm O Shapoor Mistry

Highly-progressive filly who posted a career-best effort when landing the Pretty Polly over course and distance in June. Ran well when third in the Prix Jean Romanet on her latest outing and shouldn’t be far away. Winning Range Sft-GF. Star Rating 4 Thundering Nights 4 flat wins r198,259.00 CD — Handicap Rating 113 S.M. Crosse 9.0 s/hd 1 1/4L 3rd to Grand Glory 9.0 DEAUVILLE 22 AUG 8rn Group 1 1m 2f Gd /Sft 16/5 HR110 S.M. Crosse 9.12 won nk 2 1/2L from Santa Barbara 9.0 and Cayenne Pepper 9.12 here 27 JUN 8rn Group 1 1m 2f Gd/Frm 2min 8.7sec John R Velazquez 8.8 ns 2nd to Mean Mary (USA) 8.10 BELMONT PARK 4 JUN 9rn Group 2 1m 2f Yld

3

AMMA GRACE (24)

4

Br B f Galileo - Polished Gem B Moyglare Stud Farm Ltd O Moyglare Stud Farm

9

8

(Blinkers)

(134)

(2)

221-747 F Colin Keane J D K Weld T

Posted the best effort of her career when finishing second in this race last year but has failed to reach top form in three starts this season.

Needs to step up in first-time blinkers. Winning Range SH-Sft. Star Rating 3 Amma Grace 2 flat wins r32,467.50 D — Handicap Rating 105 Oisin Murphy 9.7 (V) 9L 7th of 11 to Forbearance 9.7 YORK 19 AUG Listed 1m 3f 188yds Gd 18/1 HR107 C.D. Hayes 9.11 (V) 5 1/2L hd s/hd 4th to La Petite Coco 9.1 CK 7 AUG 10rn Group 3 1m 4f Sft 9/4 HR108 C.T. Keane 10.0 (V) 33L last of 7 to Too Soon To Panic 9.11 GOW 5 MAY Listed 1m 1f 100yds Yld

4

CAYENNE PEPPER (21)

4 (C,T)

Br Ch f Australia (GB) - Muwakaba (USA) B G H S Bloodstock & J C Bloodstock O Mrs S Kelly

9

8

(134)

(4)

210-435 F Shane Foley J Mrs John Harrington T

Recorded her best performance when successful in this race 12 months ago and posted another good effort at this track when finishing third in the Pretty Polly on her penultimate run. Not disgraced last time and cheekpieces may help. Winning Range GY-GF. Star Rating 3 Cayenne Pepper 4 flat wins r170,686.00 CD — Handicap Rating 111 S. Foley 9.0 (TS) 4L 5th of 8 to Grand Glory 9.0 DEAUVILLE 22 AUG Group 1 1m 2f Gd /Sft 11/4Fav HR114 S. Foley 9.12 nk 2 1/2L 3rd to Thundering Nights 9.12 here 27 JUN 8rn Group 1 1m 2f Gd/Frm 8/1 HR115 S. Foley 9.2 s/hd 1L 8L 4th to Helvic Dream 9.5 here 23 MAY 8rn Group 1 1m 2f 110yds Sft/Hvy

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INSINUENDO (21)

4

9

8

(134)

(3)

1-31418 F Declan McDonogh J W McCreery T

Br B f Gleneagles - Obama Rule B Mountarmstrong Stud O Deegan Racing Syndicate

Lightly-raced filly who registered her biggest win when scoring at this track in Group Two company on her penultimate start. Below her best when stepped up to the top level last time but still has the scope to progress. Winning Range Sft-Gd. Star Rating 3 Insinuendo 3 flat wins r103,840.00 C D — Handicap Rating 106 W.J. Lee 9.0 6L last of 8 to Grand Glory 9.0 DEAUVILLE 22 AUG Group 1 1m 2f Gd /Sft 11/8Fav HR105 W.J. Lee 9.11 won 1 3/4L 3 1/2L from April Showers 9.2 and Lovely Esteem (GB) 9.2 here 18 JUL 7rn Group 2 1m 1f Gd 1min 55.9sec 14/1 HR104 D.P. McDonogh 9.12 nk 2 1/2L 3/4L 4th to Thundering Nights 9.12 here 27 JUN 8rn Group 1 1m 2f Gd/Frm

6

LA PETITE COCO (36)

3

9

2

(128)

(1)

6-41211 F Billy Lee J P Twomey T

Br B f Ruler of The World - La Petite Virginia (GER) B Mr B Schone O Team Valor International LLC

Improving three-year-old who displayed a striking turn of foot when landing a Group Three at Cork last month. Effective at this trip and looks set for a big run. Winning Range Sft-Yld. Star Rating 5 La Petite Coco 3 flat wins r61,655.00 — Handicap Rating 110 2/1Fav HR101 W.J. Lee 9.1 won 5 1/2L hd from Thunder Kiss 10.0 and Federica Sophia 9.11 CK 7 AUG 10rn Group 3 1m 4f Sft 2min 39.8sec 4/9Fav HR99 W.J. Lee 9.5 won 2 1/4L 4 1/2L from Kalapour 10.7 and Max Mayhem (GB) 9.10 KILL 12 JUL 4rn 1m 3f 35yds Yld 2min 28.9sec 3/1Fav W.J. Lee 9.2 1/2L 2nd to Willow 9.2 NAAS 23 JUN 10rn Listed 1m 2f Gd

7

LOVELY ESTEEM (GB) (16)

3

9

2

(128)

(7)

4-1437 F Dylan Browne McMonagle J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

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

Not disgraced when finishing third in Group Two company at this track on her penultimate start but failed to match that effort on her latest run. Has something to find. Winning Range AW. Star Rating 2 Lovely Esteem (GB) 1 flat win r8,260.00 — Handicap Rating 99 14/1 HR96 D.P. McDonogh 9.2 4 1/4L 7th of 13 to Acanella (GB) 9.2 here 27 AUG Group 3 1m 1f Gd 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

8

OODNADATTA (16)

3 (CPiece)

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

9

2

(128)

(6)

39-8u43 F Wayne Lordan J Mrs John Harrington T

Placed in Group One company as a juvenile and she made good late headway when finishing third at this track on her latest start. No forlorn hope. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 3 Oodnadatta 1 flat win r9,735.00 — Handicap Rating 103 9/2 HR103 S. Foley 9.2 3/4L 3/4L 3rd to Acanella (GB) 9.2 here 27 AUG 13rn Group 3 1m 1f Gd 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

9

WOODLAND GARDEN (5)

3

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

9

2

(128)

(9)

517902 F Seamie Heffernan J A P O’Brien T

Showed improved form when finishing second in a Listed event at Galway earlier this week but faces a much tougher task now stepping into this company. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 3 Woodland Garden 1 flat win r8,260.00 — Handicap Rating 94 11/1 HR85 J.A. Heffernan 9.1 2 1/4L 2nd to Haparanda 9.9 GAL 7 SEP 9rn Listed 1m 4f 42yds Gd 28/1 HR86 J.A. Heffernan 9.2 18L 12th of 13 to Acanella (GB) 9.2 here 27 AUG Group 3 1m 1f Gd 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

Blinkers worn by No. 3. C,T worn by No. 4. CPiece worn by No. 8.

Probable Starting Prices - 11/8 Love, 11/4 Thundering Nights, 3/1 La Petite Coco, 11/2 Cayenne Pepper, 20/1 Insinuendo, 25/1 Oodnadatta, 33/1 Amma Grace, 50/1 Lovely Esteem (GB), 100/1 Woodland Garden 2020 - 1st Cayenne Pepper 2nd Amma Grace 3rd Thundering Nights (2 min. 9.1 sec.)

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RACE TWO

5

CURRAGH COMMENT Love is the standout name is this intriguing fillies’ contest and, despite not quite reaching the heights that many were expecting of her this year, she has performed with credit against the very best recently. She has strong claims under a 3lb penalty now dropping in grade, though she may have to play second fiddle to the fast-improving LA PETITE COCO, who looked a top-class performer in the making when hacking up at Cork on her latest run. Thundering Nights has tasted success at the top level and, despite being penalised for that success, she also has the talent to make a big impact.

RACE TWO

WIN: LA PETITE COCO

DANGER: LOVE

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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

97

18

12

10

8

Prize Money €805,165.00

Ryan Lee Moore

56

13

9

5

3

€812,170.00

Shane Foley

92

9

7

9

10

€538,075.00

William James Lee

63

6

6

6

7

€289,240.00 €284,990.00

Christopher Denis Hayes

74

5

6

10

7

Runs

1st

2nd

3rd

4th

A.P.O’Brien

99

19

11

7

5

€1,447,400.00

Joseph Patrick O’Brien

106

9

19

13

5

€645,250.00

Top 5 Trainers (by prize money)

Charlie Appleby (in GB)

Prize Money

2

1

0

0

0

€588,000.00

Mrs John Harrington

102

9

9

8

14

€477,665.00

J. S. Bolger

77

5

2

8

10

€458,105.00

Top 5 Trainers (by no. of winners): A. P. O’Brien (19), G. M. Lyons (11), Joseph Patrick O’Brien & Mrs John Harrington (9), J. P. Murtagh (6) & J. S. Bolger (5) Top 5 Owners

Runs

1st

2nd

3rd

4th

4

1

1

0

0

€591,000.00

Mrs.John Magnier

137

20

15

14

9

€481,869.35

Michael Tabor

124

19

13

12

8

€457,344.90

Derrick Smith

116

18

13

11

8

€444,636.99

Mrs.J.S.Bolger

75

5

2

8

9

€444,550.00

Godolphin

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Prize Money

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Longines DolceVita

BREEDERS’ CUP CONNECTION Two of today’s Group 1 races, the Derrinstown Stud Flying Five Stakes and the Moyglare Stud Stakes, are part of the ‘Win and You’re In’ series for the Breeders’ Cup, where the winner automatically gains entry to the Breeders’ Cup Turf Sprint and the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies’ Turf respectively.

The Moyglare form translates well over the Atlantic, with recent placers in the two-year-old contest running at the Breeders’ Cup. While last year’s winner Shale didn’t take up the option of running at Keeneland, the talented Mother Earth, twice a Group 1 winner as a three-year-old in the English 1000 Guineas and the Prix Rothschild at Deauville, did take up the engagement and ran a fine race to finish second behind a smart type.

Looking further back, Daahyeh, who was second in 2019 to Love, ran at Santa Anita, finishing a good second under William Buick and landing valuable black type. Albigna, sixth in the Moyglare, improved to finish fourth behind Daahyeh.

In 2015, Alice Springs finished a length and a quarter third behind the talented Minding and Ballydoyle in the Moyglare, before being denied a follow up win at the Breeders’ Cup, going down by three quarters of a length at Keeneland to the Mark Casse-trained Catch A Glimpse.

In recent times, September finished third in both the Moyglare and the equivalent race at Del Mar, and the search for a filly capable of winning both races goes on.

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GLASS SLIPPERS (GB) Dream Ahead (USA) - Night Gypsy (GB) Owned by: Bearstone Stud Limited Trained by: Kevin Ryan Bred by: Bearstone Stud Limited Ridden by: Tom Eaves Career earnings: £895,541 Record: 18 runs - 7 wins - 5 places

Until last year, the Flying Five hadn’t yielded competitors in it’s American counterpart. That all changed with the arrival of Glass Slippers.

A smart mare, she landed a breakthrough Group 1 win in the Prix de l’Abbaye in October 2019 before taking in top races en route to her Flying Five win in 2020. She was well-ridden under Tom Eaves, and the pair held off Ryan Moore and Miss Amulet back in second.

With the benefits of the ‘Win and You’re In’ series, connections of Glass Slippers headed to Keeneland for a tilt at the Breeders’ Cup Turf Sprint.

Their star mare delivered in fine style, again under Eaves, with the pair seeing off a field of extremely talented American sprinters to win by half a length and land a memorable victory.

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MISTY FOR ME 2010 MOYGLARE STUD STAKES WINNER

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The fifth winner of the Moyglare for Aidan O’Brien was dominant in her victory. She won in hardy fashion, making all the running and fending off all her challengers to win by a length.

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GLASS SLIPPERS

2020 DERRINSTOWN STUD FLYING FIVE STAKES WINNER 58

Last year’s Derrinstown Stud Flying Five Stakes saw a victory for the British-trained Glass Slippers.

A winner of the Prix de l’Abbaye in 2019, she relishes an autumn outing and was at her best to win this Group 1 last year.

After settling in fifth place early on, she started making ground in the final few furlongs and made her challenge in the last stretch, showing speed to go past her rivals before keeping on well to win by half a length from Keep Busy back in second.

See how the race unfolded with the replay below.

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YEATS

2007 COMER GROUP INTERNATIONAL IRISH ST LEGER WINNER

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A generational staying talent, four time Ascot Gold Cup winner Yeats landed the Irish St Leger on his third attempt, giving trainer Aidan O’Brien a first win in the race and landing a 1-2 with Scorpion finishing second.

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DERRINSTOWN STUD STALLIONS E S TA B L I S H E D S I N C E 1 9 8 2

DERRINSTOWN STUD CONTINUES TO GIVE AC C E S S TO S TA L L I O N S W I T H S O M E OF THE FINEST BLOODLINES

Awtaad

King of Change

GROUP 1 CLASSIC WINNING MILER

GROUP 1 WINNING MILER

His 2021 Black-Type horses include Gr.3 winner CREATE BELIEF, Listed winners BELLOSA and PRIMO BACIO, etc.

Won the Gr.1 Queen Elizabeth II Stakes

Markaz

Tamayuz

DUAL GROUP WINNING SPRINTER

SIRE OF 4 INDIVIDUAL GROUP 1 WINNERS

His principal winners in 2021 include 2yo Gr.3 winner CORAZON, etc.

His 2021 Black-Type horses include Gr.3 winner and Gr.1 placed ZEYAADAH, etc.

Timeform rated 126 FIRST CROP FOALS IN 2022

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THIRD RACE 2.55P.M. THE DERRINSTOWN STUD FLYING FIVE STAKES OF W300,000 (GROUP 1)

5f

Five Furlongs (1,000 metres) Flying Post

Stalls centre of course. Value to winner: r177000; Second: r60000; Third: r30000; Fourth: r15000; Fifth: r9000; Sixth: r6000.

(For Race Conditions see page 128)

RACE SPONSOR

Joe Behan of Derrinstown Stud will present trophies to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and €250 to the groom in charge of the horse judged to be best turned out.

RACE THREE

TRIFECTA RACE Br Breeding No

Horse

1

GUSTAVUS WESTON (35)

B Breeder

O Owner

F Form

J Jockey

T Trainer

Age

st

lb

(lbs)

Draw

5

9

6

(132)

(12)

566121 F Gary Carroll J Joseph G Murphy T

Br Br g Equiano (FR) - Chrissycross B M Orlandi & J Harrod O Alfred Sweetnam

He has been extremely progressive at this venue, notching up two wins from his last three outings, and must be respected. This will require a career best, though, and further improvement is needed. Winning Range SH-GY. Star Rating 3 Gustavus Weston 4 flat wins r136,220.00 C — Handicap Rating 115 Groom - Olive Murphy 7/2 HR108 G.F. Carroll 10.0 won 2 1/4L ns from Power Under Me 9.5 and A Case Of You 9.8 here 8 AUG 7rn Group 3 6f Yld 1min 11.6sec 10/1 HR108 G.F. Carroll 9.9 1 1/4L 2nd to Mooneista 9.2 here 17 JUL 8rn Group 2 5f Gd 14/1 HR98 G.F. Carroll 9.5 won 3/4L 1 3/4L from Make A Challenge 9.5 and Sonaiyla 9.2 here 22 MAY 10rn Group 2 6f Sft/Hvy 1min 13sec

2

STRONG JOHNSON (17)

5

9

(TStrap)

Br B g Le Cadre Noir - Isabella Rose B David Mooney O D J Mooney

6

(132)

(3)

364110 F Luke McAteer J J H Scott T

Despite a lacklustre effort on his latest outing, this son of Le Cadre Noir is enjoying a successful campaign. That being said, he has plenty on his plate in this company. Winning Range Yld-GF. Star Rating 2 Groom - Michelle Channon Strong Johnson 5 flat wins r77,597.00 CD — Handicap Rating 96 12/1 HR96 K.J. Manning 9.9 (TS) 7 1/4L 13th of 15 to Master Matt (GB) 9.9 TIPP 26 AUG Listed 5f Gd/Yld 100/30 HR94 C.T. Keane 9.6 (TS) won 1/2L nk from Pretty Boy Floyd 8.0 and Jungle Jane 9.3 here 13 AUG 9rn Ext hcp 5f Gd 58.9sec 6/1 HR88 C.T. Keane 9.6 (TS) won 1/2L nk from Verhoyen (GB) 9.6 and Indigo Balance 9.1 TIPP 6 AUG 7rn 5f Sft 59.2sec

3

A CASE OF YOU (35)

3

Br B c Hot Streak - Karjera B Limestone and Tara Studs O Gary Devlin

9

(TStrap)

5

(131)

(2)

1-10103 F Ronan Whelan J Adrian McGuinness T

This three-year-old has shown plenty of signs which suggest he may be able to figure in this company and, considering this is his first attempt over this trip, he is worth considering. Winning Range Sft-Yld & AW. Star Rating 3 Groom - Ian Brennan A Case Of You 4 flat wins r80,535.00 C — Handicap Rating 108 7/1 HR108 R.P. Whelan 9.8 (TS) 2 1/4L ns 3rd to Gustavus Weston 10.0 here 8 AUG 7rn Group 3 6f Yld R. P. Whelan 9.0 8L 11th of 15 to Dragon Symbol (GB)(disq) 9.0 ASCOT 18 JUN Group 1 6f Hvy 7/2 HR108 R.P. Whelan 9.5 won nk hd from Mooneista(disq) 9.2 and Power Under Me 9.5 NAAS 16 MAY 9rn Group 3 5f 205yds Sft 1min 13.6sec

4

DRAGON SYMBOL (GB) (23)

3

9

5

(131)

(5)

121D223 F Oisin Murphy J Archie Watson (in GB) T

Br Gr c Cable Bay - Arcamist (GB) B Whitsbury Manor Stud O Yoshiro Kubota

He has been a model of consistency in all of the top sprinting races this campaign, placing in four consecutive Group 1 events. His day in the sun may not be far away and he rates a big player. Winning Range GF & AW. Star Rating 4 Dragon Symbol (GB) 4 flat wins €32,857.30 — Handicap Rating 115 Groom - Lauren Smith Oisin Murphy 9.9 1 1/4L 1/2L 3rd to Winter Power 9.6 YORK 20 AUG 14rn Group 1 5f Gd /Frm Oisin Murphy 8.12 3L 2nd to Suesa 8.9 GOODWOOD 30 JUL 13rn Group 2 5f Gd /Sft Oisin Murphy 9.0 1 1/4L 2nd to Starman (GB) 9.6 NEWMARKET 10 JUL 19rn Group 1 6f Gd /Frm

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5

ROHAAN (35)

3

9

5

(131)

(9)

511109 F S W Kelly J David Evans (in GB) T

Br B g Mayson (GB) - Vive Les Rouges (GB) B Liam Phelan O Chris Kiely Racing Ltd & J Tomkins

An improving three-year-old who has thrown up a couple of lacklustre efforts on his last two appearances. Despite that, he is very capable on his day and any rain will only aid his cause. Winning Range Hvy-GF & AW. Star Rating 3 Groom - Francis Slattery Rohaan 7 flat wins €196,420.20 — Handicap Rating 115 Shane Kelly 9.0 6L 9th of 12 to Marianafoot (FR) 9.4 DEAUVILLE 8 AUG Group 1 6f 110yds Sft S. W. Kelly 9.0 5L 10th of 19 to Starman (GB) 9.6 NEWMARKET 10 JUL Group 1 6f Gd /Frm S. W. Kelly 9.8 won nk 1/2L from Fresh (GB) 8.13 and King’s Lynn (GB) 9.3 ASCOT 19 JUN 21rn hcp (0-110)6f Sft 1min 15sec

*SIGNIFICANTLY (GB) (15)

3

9

5

(131)

(1)

221146 F Clifford Lee J K R Burke (in GB) T

Br B c Garswood (GB) - Rosebride (GB) B Cheveley Park Stud Limited O J Laughton & Mrs E Burke

Although he has a bit to prove at this level, the son of Garswood has landed two big handicaps at Ascot this campaign and could continue to progress. Winning Range Hvy-Gd & AW. Star Rating 2 Groom - Mark Sims Significantly (GB) 3 flat wins €94,157.30 D — Handicap Rating 100 Clifford Lee 9.0 5L 6th of 11 to Tis Marvellous (GB) 9.2 BEVERLEY 28 AUG Listed 5f Gd /Frm Clifford Lee 9.5 hd 1L 2L 4th to Mountain Peak (GB) 9.4 ASCOT 23 JUL 6rn hcp 5f Gd /Frm Clifford Lee 8.12 won s/hd nk from Hurricane Ivor 9.6 and Mondammej (GB) 8.9 ASCOT 10 JUL 18rn hcp 5f Gd 1min .2sec

7

BACK TO BRUSSELS (17)

4

Br Ch f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Big Boned (USA) B N Hartery O Phoenix Thoroughbred Limited

9

3

(CPiece)

(129)

(10)

962057 F Mark Enright J J A Stack T

Didn’t get the clearest of runs when seventh in Listed company last time out and that finishing position may have been on the harsh side.

Despite that, this assignment could be too tough for her to handle. Winning Range Hvy-Yld. Star Rating 2 Groom - Liam Esmonde Back To Brussels 2 flat wins r21,079.00 D — Handicap Rating 93 22/1 HR93 C.D. Hayes 9.4 4 1/2L 7th of 15 to Master Matt (GB) 9.9 TIPP 26 AUG Listed 5f Gd/Yld 100/30 HR95 J.M. Sheridan 9.0 4 3/4L 5th of 7 to Strong Johnson 9.6 TIPP 6 AUG 5f Sft 10/1 HR96 C.D. Hayes 9.7 7L 11th of 13 to Wren’s Breath 9.3 NAAS 21 JUL Listed 5f 205yds Gd

8

GLASS SLIPPERS (GB) (44)

5

9

3

(129)

(8)

52121-3 F Tom Eaves J Kevin Ryan (in GB) T

Br B f Dream Ahead (USA) - Night Gypsy (GB) B Bearstone Stud Ltd O Bearstone Stud Limited

Last year’s winner of this contest who proved she retains plenty of ability when third in the King George Stakes at Goodwood on her sole start this term. She won’t be far away on that evidence. Winning Range Sft-GF. Star Rating 4 Groom - Tracey White Glass Slippers (GB) 7 flat wins r869,157.30 CD — Handicap Rating 114 Tom Eaves 8.13 3L 1 1/2L 3rd to Suesa 8.9 GOODWOOD 30 JUL 13rn Group 2 5f Gd /Sft Tom Eaves 8.11 won 1/2L 1/2L from Wet Your Whistle (USA) 9.0 and Leinster (USA) 9.0 KEENELAND 7 NOV 20 14rn 5f 110yds Gd 1min 1.5sec Tom Eaves 9.7 nk 2nd to Wooded 9.11 PARISLONGCHAMP 4 OCT 20 11rn Group 1 5f Hvy

9

ROMANTIC PROPOSAL (57)

5

9

Br B f Raven’s Pass (USA) - Playwithmyheart (GB) B Fastnet Stud Ltd O Clipper Logistics Group Ltd

3

(129)

(13)

47-3213 F Chris Hayes J Edward Lynam T

The daughter of Raven’s Pass was well held by a couple of these rivals on her latest outing and she’ll need to keep improving in order to turn the tables. Winning Range YS-Gd. Star Rating 2 Romantic Proposal 4 flat wins r106,525.50 C — Handicap Rating 104 Groom - Nikki Gomez 100/30 HR105 C.D. Hayes 9.6 1 1/4L 2 3/4L 3rd to Mooneista 9.2 here 17 JUL 8rn Group 2 5f Gd 11/4Fav HR101 C.D. Hayes 9.4 won 1 1/2L 1/2L from Teresa Mendoza 8.11 and Quarantine Dreams 9.2 here 26 JUN 16rn Listed 6f Gd 1min 12.2sec 6/1 HR99 S.M. Crosse 9.8 1/2L 2nd to Sonaiyla 9.8 here 2 JUN 13rn Group 3 6f Yld

10 *FRENETIC (17)

3

Br B f Kodiac (GB) - Moojha (USA) B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited O SBA Racing Limited

(Blinkers)

9

2

(128)

(11)

181-010 F Colin Keane J G M Lyons T

This filly has become somewhat inconsistent but, considering she is still lightly raced, it would be no surprise to see her take a step forward on suitable ground. Winning Range Gd-GF & AW. Star Rating 2 Frenetic 5 flat wins r105,020.00 CD — Handicap Rating 105 Groom - Amy Collins 7/2 HR105 C.T. Keane 9.2 5L 10th of 15 to Master Matt (GB) 9.9 TIPP 26 AUG Listed 5f Gd/Yld 5/1 HR102 C.T. Keane 10.0 won 3/4L s/hd from White Lavender 8.6 and Chocquinto 8.6 CK 23 JUL 12rn Ext hcp 5f Gd/Frm 58.9sec 7/2 HR103 C.T. Keane 9.2 13L last of 11 to Logo Hunter 9.7 CK 9 JUN Listed 5f Yld

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RACE THREE

6

11 MEASURE OF MAGIC (57)

3

9

2

(128)

(7)

33-1137 F Ben Coen J J P Murtagh T

Br B f Kodi Bear - Lilly Be B Mr & Mrs Reddy Coffey O JP Murtagh Racing

This three-year-old has been better than ever this season and, despite an underwhelming effort over course and distance in July, she may be capable of a decent showing. Winning Range Yld-GF. Star Rating 3 Groom - Senan MacRedmond Measure Of Magic 4 flat wins r76,110.00 D — Handicap Rating 105 9/4 HR106 B.M. Coen 9.2 8L 7th of 8 to Mooneista 9.2 here 17 JUL Group 2 5f Gd Ben Coen 8.11 hd 5L 3rd to Dragon Symbol (GB)(disq) 9.0 ASCOT 18 JUN 15rn Group 1 6f Hvy 1/1Fav HR102 B.M. Coen 9.2 won 3 1/4L 3/4L from Russian River 9.2 and Teresa Mendoza 9.2 CK 7 MAY 8rn Listed 5f 110yds Gd/Frm 1min 5.7sec

12 MOONEISTA (57)

3

9

RACE THREE

2

(128)

(6)

3212D61 F Wayne Lordan J Jack W Davison T

Br B f Dandy Man - Moon Unit B Killarkin Stud O Mrs Paula Davison

Recorded a career-best performance when blowing her rivals away in the Group 2 Sapphire Stakes over course and distance. These conditions should suit and another big run could be on the cards. Winning Range Yld-Gd. Star Rating 5 Groom - Claudio Elgueta Mooneista 3 flat wins r89,385.00 CD — Handicap Rating 112 10/1 HR101 C.T. Keane 9.2 won 1 1/4L 2 3/4L from Gustavus Weston 9.9 and Romantic Proposal 9.6 here 17 JUL 8rn Group 2 5f Gd 58.7sec W. M. Lordan 8.11 3L 6th of 15 to Dragon Symbol (GB)(disq) 9.0 ASCOT 18 JUN Group 1 6f Hvy 8/1 HR100 W.M. Lordan 9.2 disq nk 2nd to A Case Of You 9.5 NAAS 16 MAY 9rn Group 3 5f 205yds Sft

13 WINTER POWER (23)

3 (TStrap)

Br B f Bungle Inthejungle (GB) - Titian Saga B Newlands House Stud O King Power Racing Co Ltd

9

2

(128)

(4)

11-1911 F Silvestre De Sousa J Tim Easterby (in GB) T

Landed her first Group 1 last month in the Nunthorpe at York, beating the subsequent Sprint Cup winner in the process. That form is standing the test of time and she’ll be tough to beat with a reproduction of that effort. Winning Range Sft-GF. Star Rating 4 Groom - Michael Mavin Winter Power 7 flat wins €374,968.50 D — Handicap Rating 117 Silvestre De Sousa 9.6 (TS) won 1 1/4L 1/2L from Emaraaty Ana (GB) 9.11 and Dragon Symbol (GB) 9.9 YORK 20 AUG 14rn Group 1 5f Gd /Frm 0min 56.7sec D. Allan 8.8 (TS) won 1L nk from Moss Gill 9.1 and Urban Beat 9.1 YORK 10 JUL 10rn Listed 5f Gd 0min 58.1sec S. De Sousa 8.9 (TS) 5L 9th of 16 to Oxted (GB) 9.5 ASCOT 15 JUN Group 1 5f Gd /Frm

* Denotes second entry Blinkers worn by No. 10. CPiece worn by No. 7. TStrap worn by No. 2, No. 3, No. 13.

Probable Starting Prices - 2/1 Winter Power, 11/4 Glass Slippers (GB), 10/3 Dragon Symbol (GB), 10/1 Mooneista, 12/1 Gustavus Weston, Rohaan, 16/1 Romantic Proposal, 25/1 A Case Of You, Significantly (GB), Measure Of Magic, 33/1 Frenetic, 50/1 Strong Johnson, 100/1 Back To Brussels 2020 - 1st Glass Slippers (GB) 2nd Keep Busy 3rd Sonaiyla (1 min. 0.5 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT Winter Power landed her first Group 1 at the second time of asking when showing her devastating speed in the Nunthorpe Stakes.

She could be encountering perfect conditions and should be bang there at the business end. Preference, however, goes to another three-year-old in the form of MOONEISTA after drawing clear to land the Sapphire Stakes over course and distance in July.

The Jack Davison-trained filly relished the step back to 5f and there could be further progression on the horizon. Dragon Symbol has been knocking on the door in all of the top Group 1 events this term and he may be on the premises yet again.

WIN: MOONEISTA

DANGER: WINTER POWER

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.

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THE CURRAGH RECORD TIMES Distance Time

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

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

Horse

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

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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Going

Good Good Good-Firm Good Firm Good-Firm Good-Firm Good-Firm Good Good Good Good Good-Firm Good Good Good Good Good Firm Good Good-Firm

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

RACE THREE

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)

SINNDAR

1999 GOFFS VINCENT O’BRIEN NATIONAL STAKES WINNER

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Trained by John Oxx and owned by the Aga Khan, Sinndar was dominant as both a two and three-year-old, winning both his juvenile starts. Both came at the Curragh, in a maiden and then the National Stakes, where he was ridden superbly by Johnny Murtagh.

He would go on to do the Derby double as a three-year-old and follow up in the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe.

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William Hill Autumn Festival Saturday 25th September

Sunday 26th September

Alan Smurfit Memorial Beresford Stakes

Weld Park Stakes

William Hill Ireland Renaissance Stakes

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Buy tickets at www.curragh.ie/tickets

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SKY LANTERN 2012 MOYGLARE STUD STAKES WINNER

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Previously a winner in Ireland at Naas, Sky Lantern made a winning return to the Emerald Isle with a smooth success in the 2012 renewal of this race. Ridden confidently by Richard Hughes, this dashing filly showed her class to win by two and a half lengths at the line.

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SHEIKH HAMDAN REMEMBERED 74

The racing world united in tribute to the late His Highness Sheikh Hamdan Al Maktoum, an influential and much missed member of the equestrian community.

Few owners will enjoy the successes of Sheikh Hamdan. He owned Epsom Derby winners Nashwan and Erhaab and always had horses competiting in Europe’s best Group 1 races.

He also enjoyed international successes, both as the figurehead of his breeding empire Shadwell Estate and through the victories of Almutawakel and Invasor in the Dubai World Cup and Breeders’ Cup Classic respectively.

A loyal and passionate supporter of thoroughbred racing, he also enjoyed involvement with the Arabian racing scene as a patron of the Arabian Racing Organisation and through his ownership of Arabians.

His big race winners at the Curragh included: 1990 Irish Derby winner Salsabil 1991 Curragh Cup winner Hateel 1992 Royal Whip winner Jahafil 1994 Irish 1,000 Guineas winner Mehthaaf 1995 Beresford Stakes winner Ahkaam 1996 Irish 1,000 Guineas winner Matiya 1997 Blanford Stakes winner Quws 1998 National Stakes winner Mus-If 2002 Round Tower Stakes winner Walayef 2003 Curragh Cup winner Maharib 2005 Kilboy Stakes winner Adaala 2006 Royal Whip winner Mustameet 2010 Irish 1,000 Guineas winner Bethrah 2014 Blandford Stakes winner Tarfasha 2015 Greenlands Stakes winner Mustajeeb 2016 Irish 2,000 Guineas winner Awtaad 75

AWTAAD

TATTERSALLS IRISH 2,000 GUINEAS WINNER

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U S NAVY FLAG

European Champion 2YO and European Champion 3YO Sprinter by WAR FRONT

SIOUX NATION

Royal Ascot and Gr.1 winner at 2

by SCAT DADDY

GUSTAV KLIMT

Speed son of GALILEO from the family of INVINCIBLE SPIRIT & KODIAC

SAXON WARRIOR

Gr.1 winner at 2 and 2,000 Guineas winner at 3 by DEEP IMPACT

Contact: Coolmore Stud Tel: +353-52-6131298. Castlehyde Stud Tel: +353-25-31966.

E-mail: sales@coolmore.ie 79Website: www.coolmore.com

CARAVAGGIO

2017 DERRINSTOWN STUD FLYING FIVE STAKES WINNER

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Coolmore’s son of Scat Daddy enjoyed many big race wins at the Curragh during his career, with one of those coming on Irish Champions Weekend.

He recaptured his form to win the Flying Five comfortably.

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SHALE

2020 MOYGLARE STUD STAKES WINNER

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Donnacha O’Brien gained a breakthrough success when saddling Shale to victory in this race last year under Ryan Moore.

She reversed the form from the Debutante Stakes by beating Pretty Gorgeous by half a length, having been two lengths behind in the earlier Group 2 clash.

Pushed into a prominent position early by Ryan Moore, Shale took up the lead two furlongs from the finish and wasn’t for passing, despite the strong challenge from her old rival Pretty Gorgeous.

She kept on well to land the Group 1. See how the race played out with the replay below.

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Founded by Walter Haefner almost 5 decades ago in 1973, the Group One Moyglare Stud Stakes run at the Curragh Racecourse is now enthusiastically stewarded by his daughter Eva Maria Bucher-Haefner.

On the cusp of the race’s half century anniversary, this influential Group One fillies race is famous for not only its continual sponsorship by the Haefner family but also its increasing success as a consistent source of Champion race fillies. Of growing importance is the subsequent broodmare career of many of these elite fillies, producing Champions and Classic winners themselves, so in turn establishing their own dynasties.

This almost 50 years of success was very much the hope and aim of the race’s founder, through his admiration and respect for “the broodmare”, and the strong foundations established in the early years are now very much embraced and supported by his daughter Eva Maria.

G R O U P A N D C L A S S I C W I N N I N G DA M S : A RC T I Q U E ROYA L E PA R K A P P E A L F L A M E N C O WAV E CHIMES OF FREEDOM S EQ U OYA N Q UA RT E R MO O N

C H E L S E A RO S E RU M P L E S T I LT S K I N MIST Y FOR ME M AY B E S KY L A N T E R N

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FOURTH RACE 3.30P.M. THE MOYGLARE STUD STAKES OF W300,000 (GROUP 1)

7f

Seven Furlongs (1,400 metres) Rathbride Post

Starting from stalls. Value to winner: r177000; Second: r60000; Third: r30000; Fourth: r15000; Fifth: r9000; Sixth: r6000.

(For Race Conditions see page 128)

RACE SPONSOR

Eva Maria Bucher Haefner, representing Moyglare Stud, will present trophies to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. She will present €500 to the grooms in charge of the horses judged to be best turned out, €350 to the groom in charge of the horse judged to be second best turned out and €200 to the groom in charge of the horse judged to be third best turned out. She will also present €500 to the groom in charge of the winning filly and €500 to the stable of the winning trainer. She will also present the Moyglare Stud Stakes perpetual trophy to the owner.

TRIFECTA RACE

RACE FOUR

Br Breeding No

Horse

1

AGARTHA (22)

B Breeder

O Owner

F Form

J Jockey

T Trainer

Age

st

lb

(lbs)

Draw

2

9

2

(128)

(5)

332211 F Declan McDonogh J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

Br B f Caravaggio (USA) - Arya Tara B Whisperview Trading Ltd O Scott C Heider

Sets the standard on the back of an impressive display in the Debutante Stakes over C&D and appears more than capable of handling the step up to Group One company. Winning Range Sft-Gd. Star Rating 5 Agartha 2 wins r88,500.00 CD — Handicap Rating 109 Groom - Ollie Sangster 4/1Fav HR102 D.P. McDonogh 9.2 won 2L 2 1/2L from Sunset Shiraz 9.2 and Discoveries 9.2 here 21 AUG 8rn Group 2 7f Sft 1min 27.4sec 16/1 HR86 D.P. McDonogh 9.2 won 2 3/4L 1/2L from Juncture (GB) 9.2 and Seisai 9.2 LEP 22 JUL 5rn Group 3 7f 20yds Gd 1min 29.5sec 9/2 S.M. Crosse 9.2 2L 2nd to Homeless Songs 9.2 LEP 8 JUL 15rn mdn 7f Gd

2

†CAIRDE GO DEO (FR) (35)

2

9

2

(128)

(3)

21 F Colin Keane J G M Lyons T

Br B f Camelot (GB) - Elusive Galaxy B S A R L Haras Du Logis Saint Germain O Mark Dobbin

Less experienced than most but created a lasting impression when demolishing her rivals here last month and there could be much more to come from this daughter of Camelot. Winning Range Yld. Star Rating 4 Groom - Sophie Dunne Cairde Go Deo (FR) 1 win r16,520.00 CD 8/13Fav C.T. Keane 9.2 won 4 1/2L 2 1/4L from History 8.13 and Livia Celeste 9.2 here 8 AUG 9rn 7f Yld 1min 26.7sec 9/4 C.T. Keane 9.2 1 1/4L 2nd to Suwayra 9.2 LEP 15 JUL 8rn mdn 1m Gd

3

CONCERT HALL (22)

2

9

Br B f Dubawi - Was B Was Syndicate O D Smith,Mrs J Magnier,M Tabor,Westerberg

2

(128)

(6)

217 F Seamie Heffernan J A P O’Brien T

Much better was expected of her when joint-favourite for the Debutante Stakes and she is not to be underestimated here, despite having plenty ground to make up with several rivals. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 3 Groom - Shane Gribbin Concert Hall 1 win r9,735.00 CD 4/1Fav R.L. Moore 9.2 12L 7th of 8 to Agartha 9.2 here 21 AUG Group 2 7f Sft 11/8Fav R.L. Moore 9.2 won 1/2L nk from Voice Of Angels (GB) 9.2 and Shamiyana 9.2 here 18 JUL 10rn mdn 7f Gd 1min 27.6sec 10/11Fav W.M. Lordan 9.2 2 1/2L 2nd to Pennine Hills 9.2 FAIR 7 JUL 9rn mdn 6f Gd

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DISCOVERIES (22)

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413 F Shane Foley J Mrs John Harrington T

Br B f Mastercraftsman - Alpha Lupi B Niarchos Family O Niarchos Family

Didn’t shape without promise in the Debutante Stakes and she could have a part to play here if she is ridden closer to the pace, like she was on her penultimate start. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 3 Discoveries 1 win r9,735.00 CD — Handicap Rating 99 Groom - Aoife McLoughlin 4/1Fav S. Foley 9.2 2L 2 1/2L 3rd to Agartha 9.2 here 21 AUG 8rn Group 2 7f Sft 7/4Fav S. Foley 9.2 won s/hd 2 3/4L from Tuesday 9.2 and Mise Le Meas 8.13 here 25 JUN 14rn mdn 7f Gd 1min 28.5sec 11/1 S. Foley 9.2 3 1/4L ns 1/2L 4th to Juncture (GB) 9.2 LEP 3 JUN 14rn mdn 6f 171yds Gd

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HOMELESS SONGS (66)

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1 F Oisin Orr J D K Weld T

Br B f Frankel (GB) - Joailliere B Moyglare Stud Farm O Moyglare Stud Farm

She hasn’t been seen since a taking debut success at Leopardstown in July, when she had Agartha (second) behind, and this represents a steep rise in grade for a potentially top-class juvenile. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 4 Groom - Jaci Paz de Oliveira Homeless Songs 1 win r9,735.00 D 8/1 O.J. Orr 9.2 won 2L 1L from Agartha 9.2 and Smile Of Love 9.2 LEP 8 JUL 15rn mdn 7f Gd 1min 30.5sec

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MISSING MATRON (37)

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2

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334407 F Kevin Manning J J S Bolger T

Br B f Vocalised (USA) - Bring Back Matron B J S Bolger O Mrs J S Bolger

Her experience should count for something in this line-up but in reality, she is very much up against it in this company as she steps up to 7f for the first time. Winning Range SH. Star Rating 2 Groom - John Griffin Missing Matron 1 win r9,735.00 C — Handicap Rating 88 15/2 HR91 K.J. Manning 9.10 (CP) 10L last of 7 to Heytesbury Lane 8.6 TIPP 6 AUG Ext hcp 5f Sft 50/1 HR91 K.J. Manning 8.9 13L 19th of 22 to Sacred Bridge (GB) 9.2 NAAS 2 AUG 5f 205yds Gd 10/1 K.J. Manning 9.2 (BK) 2 1/4L 1 3/4L 2 3/4L 4th to Velocidad (GB) 9.2 here 27 JUN 4rn Group 2 6f Gd/Frm

PRETTIEST (USA) (35)

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1447 F Ryan Moore J A P O’Brien T

Br Ch f Dubawi - Alice Springs B Orpendale, Chelston & Wynatt O M Tabor,D Smith,Mrs J Magnier,Westerberg

Her trainer has farmed this race over the years, but this filly’s form has tailed off somewhat since an excellent fourth in the Albany Stakes at Royal Ascot and improvement is required. Winning Range Yld. Star Rating 2 Groom - Ciara O’Sullivan Prettiest (USA) 1 win r9,145.00 — Handicap Rating 100 10/1 HR100 R.L. Moore 9.2 10L 7th of 8 to Ebro River 9.5 here 8 AUG Group 1 6f Yld 10/11Fav R.L. Moore 9.2 2 3/4L 1/2L 1 1/2L 4th to Agartha 9.2 LEP 22 JUL 5rn Group 3 7f 20yds Gd R. L. Moore 9.0 1 1/2L 1/2L s/hd 4th to Sandrine (GB) 9.0 ASCOT 18 JUN 15rn Group 3 6f Hvy

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SUNSET SHIRAZ (22)

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242 F Gary Carroll J Gavin Cromwell T

Br B f Time Test (GB) - Sunny Again (GB) B Mount Coote Estates O Lindsay Laroche

Belied her odds to run a cracker in the Debutante Stakes behind Agartha and there could be improvement forthcoming from this daughter of Time Test. Holds solid each-way claims. Star Rating 3 Groom - Justin McGovern Sunset Shiraz — Handicap Rating 104 25/1 G.F. Carroll 9.2 2L 2nd to Agartha 9.2 here 21 AUG 8rn Group 2 7f Sft 4/1 C.D. Maxwell 9.3 1 3/4L 3 1/2L ns 4th to Tosen Lydia 9.1 BELW 1 JUL 13rn mdn 7f 198yds Gd 9/1 G.F. Carroll 8.13 1/2L 2nd to Cool And Clever 9.0 ROS 11 MAY 9rn mdn 7f 70yds Sft

† Denotes Supplementary Entry Probable Starting Prices - 5/2 Cairde Go Deo (FR), 11/4 Agartha, Homeless Songs, 8/1 Discoveries, 10/1 Prettiest (USA), Sunset Shiraz, 12/1 Concert Hall, 100/1 Missing Matron 2020 - 1st Shale 2nd Pretty Gorgeous (FR) 3rd Oodnadatta (1 min. 27.1 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT It may have taken five attempts for AGARTHA to break the maiden but since she has, the daughter of Caravaggio has gone from strength to strength. A comfortable winner of recognised trial races on her last two outings, Joseph O’Brien’s filly can keep this prestigious Group 1 in the family. Homeless Songs had the selection behind when winning on debut in July and she could be anything, despite the long absence. Discoveries wasn’t seen to best effect when held up in the Debutante Stakes and she is entitled to improve, along with C&D winner Cairde Go Deo.

WIN: AGARTHA

DANGER: HOMELESS SONGS

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RACE FOUR

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MINDING

2015 MOYGLARE STUD STAKES WINNER

A superstar filly, Minding saw off smart stablemate Ballydoyle to land her first of seven Group 1 wins and land a 1-2-3 for Aidan O’Brien.

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DAWN APPROACH 2012 GOFFS VINCENT O’BRIEN NATIONAL STAKES WINNER

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Son of 2007 National Stakes winner New Approach, Dawn Approach continued an impressive juvenile campaign to win his first of four Group 1’s under Kevin Manning.

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Celebrating 10 Years in Partnership with the Curragh

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THE GOFFS VINCENT O’BRIEN NATIONAL STAKES (GROUP 1) HONOURING A TRUE LEGEND OF THE TURF If ever a man deserved to have a Group One race named in his honour, Vincent O’Brien does.

From humble beginnings in Co. Cork, O’Brien quickly developed into the most dominant National Hunt trainer of his era. To name but a few, he saddled Cottage Rake to win three successive Cheltenham Gold Cups (1948-50), Hatton’s Grace to win three consecutive Champion Hurdles (1949-51) and perhaps most remarkably, he trained the winner of the Aintree Grand National in three consecutive years with three different horses (1953-55). Hatton’s Grace was sold at Goffs as were O’Brien’s 1955 Grand National winner Quare Times and 1953 Gold Cup winner Knock Hard.

However, it wasn’t until Vincent bought and built up a new training base at Ballydoyle in Co. Tipperary and turned his hand to training Flat horses that his influence became truly worldwide. Having partnered with John Magnier, the owner of Coolmore Stud and a multitude of prominent racehorse owners, most notably Robert Sangster, O’Brien helped to change the world of thoroughbred breeding by strongly supporting the progeny of a diminutive Canadian-based stallion called Northern Dancer. That proved to be inspired, as Northern Dancer would go on to establish himself as one of the most influential sires of all time and Vincent trained such talented and influential sons of his such as Nijinsky, Be My Guest, The Minstrel, Sadler’s Wells and El Gran Senor.

The big-race wins that O’Brien enjoyed on Flat are too numerous to list in entirety, but there are many highlights, with his record in Classics being particularly noteworthy. In total, O’Brien saddled 27 Irish Classic winners including six in the Irish Derby, as well as 16 British Classics including six Epsom Derby winners - including Larkspur who was purchased at Goffs.

At the inaugural yearling sales held at the new Goffs complex in Kill in 1975, a son of Northern Dancer became Europe’s highest priced yearling of all time. The colt, Lot 419 who was offered by Moyglare Stud with a nomination for the National Stakes at the Curragh, was purchased by Vincent O’Brien for 127,000gns. The yearling was named Be My Guest and went on to become European Champion Sire in 1982.

Of the dozens of Group 1 races Vincent won throughout his career, the Group 1 he won on more occasions than any other was the National Stakes at the Curragh. Often targeting his best two-year-old at it, he saddled the winner of it on no less than 15 occasions, with perhaps his most memorable winners of the race being the legendary Sir Ivor (1967) and El Gran Senor (1983).

Thus, it is fitting that the National Stakes should nowadays be known as The Goffs Vincent O’Brien National Stakes in recognition of the remarkable contribution that Vincent O’Brien made to making Ireland the leading thoroughbred nation in the world. Hopefully today’s renewal will live up to the high standard that Vincent helped to set in the race during the course of his remarkable career.

Lester Piggott aboard Nijinsky

Nijinsky

Sadler’s Wells 95

THUNDER MOON 2020 GOFFS VINCENT O’BRIEN NATIONAL STAKES WINNER

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Few horses have a turn of foot like Thunder Moon.

A winner of his only previous start over course and distance, Thunder Moon encountered more traffic problems than rush hour but was still mightily impressive in this race last year under Declan McDonogh.

Held up on the inside, he was checked and carried but still found the ability to make rapid headway having moved out into a clear passage and could have been called the winner immediately.

Arguably the juvenile performance of the season, see Thunder Moon’s victory by watching the replay below.

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€1,000,000 must be won by Orby yearlings.

All lots offered at this year’s Orby Sale will be eligible for Europe’s richest 2YO race in 2022, the Goffs Million, to be run over 7 furlongs at The Curragh next September.

A million reasons to buy at Orby.

MOTHER EARTH G1 QIPCO 1,000 Guineas, G1 Prix Rothschild 2021 etc.

Her half-sister heads a stellar catalogue.

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WINTER POWER G1 winner

GEAR UP G1 winning 2YO

LUCKY VEGA G1 winning 2YO

BROOME G1 winner

CREATIVE FORCE Royal Ascot Group winner

CADILLAC Group winning 2 & 3YO

28 - 29 September 2021, Kildare Paddocks

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PSRA Licence No: 001833

QUEEN SUPREME Multiple G1 winner

RAGING BULL Multiple US G1 winner

FIFTH RACE 4.05P.M. THE GOFFS VINCENT O’BRIEN NATIONAL STAKES OF W300,000 (GROUP 1)

7f

Seven Furlongs (1,400 metres) Rathbride Post

Starting from stalls. Value to winner: r177000; Second: r60000; Third: r30000; Fourth: r15000; Fifth: r9000; Sixth: r6000.

(For Race Conditions see page 128)

RACE SPONSOR

Eimear Mulhern, Chairperson of Goffs, will present trophies to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and €250 to the groom in charge of the horse judged to be best turned out. A member of the O’Brien Family will present the Vincent O’Brien Perpetual Trophy to the winning owner.

TRIFECTA RACE Br Breeding No

Horse

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ANATOLI (GB) (10)

B Breeder

O Owner

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J Jockey

T Trainer

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1 F Kevin Manning J John James Feane T

Br B c Aclaim - Twist of Magic B Twist of Magic Partnership O John James Feane

A well-backed favourite when winning on racecourse debut at Dundalk earlier this month . Now having first run on turf but this looks a tougher task on paper. Winning Range AW. Star Rating 2 Anatoli (GB) 1 win r7,080.00 Groom - Paul Magee 1/1Fav G.M. Ryan 9.7 won nk 1/2L from Redbud 9.2 and New York City 9.7 DUN 2 SEP 7rn mdn 6f Std 1min 13.3sec

RACE FIVE

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DUKE DE SESSA (22)

2

9

5

(131)

(6)

31 F Colin Keane J D K Weld T

Br B c Lope de Vega - Dark Crusader B Newtown Anner Stud O Newtown Anner Stud Farm Ltd

Had two career starts and broke his maiden tag when scoring at this course last month. Commands respect now upped in grade but needs to continue his improvement to get involved here. Winning Range Sft. Star Rating 3 Groom - Dillon Phillips Duke De Sessa 1 win r10,325.00 C 6/4Fav C.T. Keane 9.7 won 4 3/4L 1 1/4L from Adonis 9.7 and Jack Rose 9.7 here 21 AUG 11rn mdn 1m Sft 1min 42.2sec 2/1 C.T. Keane 9.5 nk hd 3rd to I Am Magic 9.5 GAL 26 JUL 9rn mdn 7f Yld

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EBRO RIVER (35)

2

Br Ch c Galileo Gold (GB) - Soft Power B Tally-Ho Stud O Al Shaqab Racing

9

5

(131)

(4)

115441 F James Doyle J Hugo Palmer (in GB) T

Winner of the Group 1 Phoenix Stakes at this course last month. A game performer who is likely to be on the premises, now tackling this longer trip. Winning Range Yld-Sft. Star Rating 4 Groom - William Powell Ebro River 3 flat wins r168,407.90 C — Handicap Rating 114 12/1 HR104 S. Foley 9.5 won 3/4L hd from Dr Zempf (GB) 9.5 and Go Bears Go 9.5 here 8 AUG 8rn Group 1 6f Yld 1min 12.1sec James Doyle 9.0 1/2L ns nk 4th to Asymmetric 9.0 GOODWOOD 29 JUL 7rn Group 2 6f Gd /Sft 9.0 1/2L ns nk 4th to Asymmetric 9.0 GOODWOOD 29 JUL 7rn Group 2 6f Gd /Sft

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GREAT MAX (22)

2

9

5

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(2)

1352 F Rossa Ryan J Michael Bell (in GB) T

Br B c Wootton Bassett (GB) - Teeslemee (FR) B Ennistown Stud O Amo Racing Limited

A winner at Newbury on racecourse debut in June. Has subsequently been placed in Group races but will need to produce a career-best performance to threaten the places. Winning Range GF. Star Rating 2 Great Max 1 flat win €4,186.50 — Handicap Rating 102 Groom - Martin Cotton Rossa Ryan 9.1 4L 2nd to Reach For The Moon (GB) 9.1 SANDOWN PARK 21 AUG 6rn Group 3 7f Gd Rossa Ryan 9.1 5L 5th of 9 to Native Trail (GB) 9.1 NEWMARKET 10 JUL Group 2 7f Gd /Frm J. Doyle 9.3 1/2L 3 1/4L 3rd to Point Lonsdale 9.3 ASCOT 19 JUN 10rn Listed 7f Sft

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NATIVE TRAIL (GB) (64)

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11 F William Buick J Charlie Appleby (in GB) T

Br B c Oasis Dream (GB) - Needleleaf (GB) B Le Haras D’Haspel O Godolphin

Remains undefeated and was last seen winning the Group 2 Superlative Stakes at Newmarket in July. A serious contender for a trainer who won this race in 2018 and 2019. Winning Range Gd-GF. Star Rating 4 Groom - John Kaye Native Trail (GB) 2 flat wins €62,140.40 D — Handicap Rating 108 William Buick 9.1 won s/hd 1 1/2L from Masekela 9.1 and Dhabab 9.1 NEWMARKET 10 JUL 9rn Group 2 7f Gd /Frm 1min 25.3sec William Buick 9.5 won 4L 3/4L from Royal Patronage (FR) 9.5 and Mount Snowdon 9.5 SANDOWN PARK 11 JUN 10rn mdn 7f Gd 1min 34.3sec

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POINT LONSDALE (22)

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1111 F Ryan Moore J A P O’Brien T

Br B c Australia (GB) - Sweepstake B Epona Bloodstock Ltd O D Smith,Mrs J Magnier,M Tabor,Westerberg

Has won all four starts and was last seen winning the Group 2 Futurity Stakes over this course and distance. Looks the one to beat for a trainer who has won this race 11 times. Winning Range Gd-Sft. Star Rating 5 Groom - Christopher Geraghty Point Lonsdale 4 wins r141,470.90 CD — Handicap Rating 115 1/6Fav HR108 R.L. Moore 9.5 won 4 1/4L 2 1/4L from Maritime Wings 9.5 and The Acropolis 9.5 here 21 AUG 6rn Group 2 7f Sft 1min 27.7sec 1/8Fav R.L. Moore 9.5 won 3L 3 1/2L from Maritime Wings 9.5 and Unconquerable 9.5 LEP 22 JUL 5rn Group 3 7f 20yds Gd 1min 29.4sec R. L. Moore 9.3 won 1/2L 3 1/4L from Reach For The Moon (GB) 9.3 and Great Max 9.3 ASCOT 19 JUN 10rn Listed 7f Sft 1min 30.4sec

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ULTRAMARINE (16)

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(5)

452234 F Shane Crosse J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

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

Probable Starting Prices - 1/2 Point Lonsdale, 7/2 Native Trail (GB), 7/1 Ebro River, 10/1 Duke De Sessa, 33/1 Great Max, Ultramarine, 66/1 Anatoli (GB) 2020 - 1st Thunder Moon 2nd Wembley 3rd St Mark’s Basilica (FR) (1 min. 28.5 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT POINT LONSDALE has been one of the most exciting juveniles this season and was last seen recording an emphatic success in the Group 2 Futurity Stakes over this course and distance. The son of Australia remains undefeated and can give Aidan O’Brien an 11th victory in this race. Native Trail remains lightly raced and is likely to be the chief threat for a trainer who took this prize in 2018 and 2019. Group 1 winner Ebro River is also respected, but has to prove himself at this new distance.

WIN: POINT LONSDALE

DANGER: EBRO RIVER

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RACE FIVE

Remains a maiden after six starts and was last seen posting a fourth-placed effort in the Group 3 Round Tower Stakes at this course. Will need to improve to figure in this contest. Star Rating 2 Groom - Jimmy Heavy Ultramarine — Handicap Rating 100 25/1 HR88 S.M. Crosse 9.5 3 3/4L 3/4L 1/2L 4th to Sacred Bridge (GB) 9.2 here 27 AUG 12rn Group 3 6f Gd 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

VINNIE ROE

2001, 2002, 2003 & 2004 COMER GROUP INTERNATIONAL IRISH ST LEGER WINNER 102

A four time winner of the marathon Classic, Vinnie Roe notched up an incredible four timer for Pat Smullen and Dermot Weld. Winning this race as a three, four, five and six-year-old,

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SEARCH FOR A SONG 2019 & 2020 COMER GROUP INTERNATIONAL IRISH ST LEGER WINNER 104

Search For A Song landed her second win in the Classic, recording back to back successes for Dermot Weld.

Ridden in the first race by Chris Hayes and the second by Oisin Orr, this smart filly saves her best for the mile and three quarter trip on the Curragh and comes alive for Longines Irish Champions Weekend.

She bounced back from a string of below par performances last year to win a shade cosily from Ebor winner Fujaira Prince.

See how the action unfolded with the replay below.

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SIXTH RACE 4.40P.M.

1m 6f

THE COMER GROUP INTERNATIONAL IRISH ST. LEGER OF W500,000 (GROUP 1)

One Mile and Six Furlongs (2,800 metres)

Starting from stalls. Value to winner: r285000; Second: r100000; Third: r50000; Fourth: r25000; Fifth: r15000; Sixth: r10000; Seventh: r5000; Eighth: r5000.

(For Race Conditions see page 128)

RACE SPONSOR

Luke Comer will present will present trophies to the winning owner, trainer, jockey and groom. They will present €500 to the groom in charge of the horse judged to be best turned out, €400 to the second best turned out and €300 for third and €100 to all other grooms in the race.

TRIFECTA RACE Br Breeding No

Horse

1

AIRCRAFT CARRIER (48)

B Breeder

O Owner

F Form

J Jockey

T Trainer

Age

st

lb

(lbs)

Draw

6

9

11

(137)

(4)

3p-0049 F Gary Carroll J Luke Comer T

Br B g Declaration of War (USA) - Strategy (GB) B Lynch Bages Ltd O Luke Comer

Has not managed to get his head in front since early 2019 and his most recent form suggests that he will not be returning to the winner’s enclosure this afternoon. Winning Range SH & AW. Star Rating 1 Aircraft Carrier 4 flat wins r63,574.50 D — Handicap Rating 98 Groom - Sarah Devoy 50/1 HR98 Mr C.J. Gorman 11.8 8 1/4L 9th of 19 to Coltor 11.0 GAL 26 JUL hcp (70-100)2m 179yds Yld/Sft 100/1 HR98 W.J. Lee 9.13 7L 4L 1/2L 4th to Amhran Na Bhfiann 9.13 here 27 JUN 8rn Group 2 1m 6f Gd/Frm Jozef Bojko 9.0 30L 11th of 13 to Rip Van Lips 9.0 HOPPEGARTEN 9 MAY Group 2 2m Gd

2

AMHRAN NA BHFIANN (30)

4

9

11

RACE SIX

(137)

(2)

140188 F Colin Keane J A P O’Brien T

Br B c Galileo - Alluring Park B Lodge Park Stud O Derrick Smith & Mrs John Magnier & Michael Tabor

Won the Curragh Cup over course and distance in June but he has some questions to answer after his last couple of disappointing efforts.

Winning Range GF & AW. Star Rating 3 Groom - Sumith Patharannelage Amhran Na Bhfiann 2 flat wins r65,490.00 CD — Handicap Rating 112 12/1 HR112 W.M. Lordan 10.2 22L 8th of 9 to Twilight Payment 9.11 here 13 AUG Group 3 1m 6f Yld J. Doyle 9.9 27L last of 8 to Trueshan (FR) 9.9 GOODWOOD 27 JUL Group 1 2m Sft 9/2 HR107 C.T. Keane 9.13 won 7L 4L from Pondus (GB) 9.13 and Passion 9.10 here 27 JUN 8rn Group 2 1m 6f Gd/Frm 3min 3.2sec

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BARBADOS (24)

5

Br B g Galileo - Sumora B Orpendale, Chelston & Wynatt O Zhang Yuesheng

(C,T)

9

11

(137)

(6)

6-03852 F Shane Foley J Mrs John Harrington T

Fourth in this race 12 months ago but his form so far in 2021 indicates that he may struggle back up in grade today. Winning Range GF. Star Rating 2 Groom - Megan Bulbulia Barbados 1 flat win r7,700.00 — Handicap Rating 108 4/1 HR109 Mr M. McGuane 11.2 (CP) nk 2nd to Dalton Highway 11.13 KILL 19 AUG 7rn 2m 180yds Gd 11/2 HR109 C.P. Hoban 9.11 (CP) 8 1/2L 5th of 6 to Master Of Reality 10.0 DRYL 23 JUL Listed 1m 5f 140yds Gd/Frm Shane Foley 9.2 (CP) 21L 8th of 15 to Stratum (GB) 9.2 ASCOT 19 JUN 2m 5f 143yds Sft

4

BARON SAMEDI (GB) (70)

4 (TStrap)

Br B g Harbour Watch - Dame Shirley (GB) B Usk Valley Stud O LECH Racing Limited

9

11

(137)

(14)

111-115 F Dylan Browne McMonagle J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

Hugely progressive in the last year and he won a Grade 2 over 2m in the US a couple of starts ago. May have found 1m 4f too sharp last time and he should not be underestimated. Winning Range Hvy-Gd. Star Rating 4 Baron Samedi (GB) 7 flat wins r302,427.80 D — Handicap Rating 112 Groom - Absar Alam Mickael Barzalona 9.2 (TS) 4 3/4L 5th of 8 to Broome 9.2 SAINT-CLOUD 4 JUL Group 1 1m 4f Sft John R Velazquez 8.10 won 2 3/4L 1L from Fantasioso (ARG) 8.10 and Ajourneytofreedom (USA) 8.6 BELMONT PARK 4 JUN 9rn Group 2 2m Yld 3min 27.3sec 20/1 HR112 D. McMonagle 9.10 (TS) won 1/2L 3/4L from Master Of Reality 9.6 and Emperor Of The Sun 9.5 NAV 25 APR 6rn Group 3 1m 6f Gd 3min 6.7sec

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EMPEROR OF THE SUN (30)

4

9

11

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(8)

0-31573 F Gavin Ryan J Donnacha Aidan O’Brien T

Br Ch c Galileo - Zouzou (AUS) B Coolmore O Derrick Smith & Mrs John Magnier & Michael Tabor

Third behind Twilight Payment in the trial for this race here last month and he may have to settle for a minor role once again. Winning Range GY-Gd. Star Rating 3 Groom - Chris Brabston Emperor Of The Sun 2 flat wins r32,763.00 D — Handicap Rating 113 13/2 HR112 G.M. Ryan 9.11 1 3/4L nk 3rd to Twilight Payment 9.11 here 13 AUG 9rn Group 3 1m 6f Yld Gavin Ryan 9.9 10L 7th of 8 to Trueshan (FR) 9.9 GOODWOOD 27 JUL Group 1 2m Sft Gavin Ryan 9.1 16L 5th of 12 to Subjectivist (GB) 9.1 ASCOT 17 JUN Group 1 2m 3f 210yds Gd /Frm

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MASTER OF REALITY (51)

6

9

11

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(3)

210-251 F Shane Crosse J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

Br B g Frankel (GB) - L’Ancresse B March Thoroughbreds O Lloyd J Williams Syndicate

Returned to winning ways in a Listed event over an extended 1m 5f at Down Royal in July when last sighted, but others make more appeal in this contest. Winning Range Sft-GF. Star Rating 3 Groom - Najib Ishrat Master Of Reality 5 flat wins r113,950.00 D — Handicap Rating 111 2/1Fav HR111 D.P. McDonogh 10.0 won 1 3/4L 3 1/2L from Federica Sophia 9.6 and Springbank 9.11 DRYL 23 JUL 6rn Listed 1m 5f 140yds Gd/Frm 2min 59.8sec 6/1 HR113 W.M. Lordan 9.7 12L 5th of 6 to Emperor Of The Sun 9.7 LEP 14 MAY Listed 1m 6f Gd/Yld 8/1 HR113 W.M. Lordan 9.6 1/2L 2nd to Baron Samedi (GB) 9.10 NAV 25 APR 6rn Group 3 1m 6f Gd

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SONNYBOYLISTON (22)

4

9

11

(CPiece)

Br Ch g Power (GB) - Miss Macnamara B Ms Diane O’Neill O Kildare Racing Club

(137)

(12)

4-33161 F Ben Coen J J P Murtagh T

Came out on top in the Ebor at York last month and he remains open to progression, but he will have to improve to make his mark at this level.

Winning Range Yld-Gd. Star Rating 3 Groom - Pavlo Kononeko Sonnyboyliston 5 flat wins r447,998.60 C — Handicap Rating 113 Ben Coen 9.8 (CP) won hd 1 1/2L from Quickthorn (GB) 9.3 and Alounak (FR) 9.8 YORK 21 AUG 20rn hcp 1m 5f 188yds Gd 2min 56.1sec R. P. Whelan 9.0 4L 6th of 10 to Hukum 9.0 YORK 10 JUL Group 3 1m 5f 188yds Gd 6/5Fav HR109 S.B. Kelly 9.9 won 1 1/2L 1/2L from Sunchart (GB) 9.9 and Questionare (GB) 9.9 LIM 18 JUN 9rn Listed 1m 4f 110yds Gd 2min 42.2sec

TWILIGHT PAYMENT (30)

8 (C,T)

Br B g Teofilo - Dream On Buddy B J S Bolger O Lloyd J Williams Syndicate

9

11

(137)

(13)

31-3391 F Declan McDonogh J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

Lifted the Melbourne Cup last year and he confirmed his well-being when winning the trial for this race here last month. Has to be high on the shortlist. Winning Range Hvy-GF. Star Rating 5 Groom - Azhar Khan Twilight Payment 9 flat wins r3,039,117.50 CD — Handicap Rating 117 5/1 HR114 D.P. McDonogh 9.11 (CP) (TS) won 1 3/4L nk from Princess Zoe (GER) 9.8 and Emperor Of The Sun 9.11 here 13 AUG 9rn Group 3 1m 6f Yld 3min 5.3sec Tom Marquand 9.2 (CP) (TS) 28L 9th of 12 to Subjectivist (GB) 9.1 ASCOT 17 JUN Group 1 2m 3f 210yds Gd /Frm 11/4 HR117 D.P. McDonogh 9.12 (CP) (TS) 3 1/2L 2L 3rd to Emperor Of The Sun 9.7 LEP 14 MAY 6rn Listed 1m 6f Gd/Yld

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BARRINGTON COURT (30)

7

Br Ch f Mastercraftsman - Arabian Hideway B Las Pampas Polo Team O John P McManus

9

8

(134)

(7)

2211-54 F Billy Lee J Mrs John Harrington T

A dual Listed winner at Naas last season but she has ground to find with Twilight Payment based on their meeting here last month.

Winning Range Hvy-Sft. Star Rating 2 Barrington Court 3 flat wins r56,640.00 3 N.H. wins r38,055.00 — Handicap Rating 107 Groom - Esme Cooke 17/2 HR107 S. Foley 9.8 1 3/4L nk 2 1/4L 4th to Twilight Payment 9.11 here 13 AUG 9rn Group 3 1m 6f Yld 4/1 HR107 T.P. Madden 9.5 11L 5th of 9 to Mighty Blue (FR) 9.2 GOW 5 MAY Listed 1m 6f Yld 11/8Fav HR107 T.P. Madden 9.5 won 2 1/2L 1L from Bolivar (FR) 9.3 and Zawara 8.13 NAAS 7 NOV 20 12rn Listed 1m 3f 180yds Hvy 2min 44.3sec

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Br B f Galileo - Dialafara (FR) B Lynch Bages Ltd & Camas Park Stud O Mrs John Magnier & Michael Tabor & Derrick Smith

9

8

(134)

(11)

31553-3 F Ryan Moore J A P O’Brien T

Well held by Amhran Na Bhfiann on her sole previous start in 2021, in a Group 2 here in June, and others appear to be safer picks this afternoon. Winning Range Yld-Sft. Star Rating 2 Passion 2 flat wins r48,101.50 D — Handicap Rating 110 Groom - Muhammad Yasir 9/4 HR111 R.L. Moore 9.10 7L 4L 3rd to Amhran Na Bhfiann 9.13 here 27 JUN 8rn Group 2 1m 6f Gd/Frm R. L. Moore 8.13 2 1/2L 2 1/2L 1L 3rd to Wonderful Tonight (FR) 8.13 ASCOT 17 OCT 20 12rn Group 1 1m 3f 211yds Sft Ioritz Mendizabal 8.10 11L 5th of 12 to Wonderful Tonight (FR) 8.10 PARISLONGCHAMP 3 OCT 20 Group 1 1m 6f Hvy

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8

(Hood)

Br Ch f Galileo - Polished Gem B Moyglare Stud Farm Ltd O Moyglare Stud Farm

(134)

(1)

p312-25 F Oisin Orr J D K Weld T

Won this race for the past two seasons and she has to be respected again today, despite not being at her very best in two starts so far this year.

Winning Range Gd-GF. Star Rating 4 Groom - Carlos Athilas Vieira Search For A Song 4 flat wins r621,499.70 CD — Handicap Rating 115 14/1 HR116 O.J. Orr 9.2 13L 5th of 8 to Helvic Dream 9.5 here 23 MAY Group 1 1m 2f 110yds Sft/Hvy 4/1 HR116 O.J. Orr 9.7 (H) 3 1/2L 2nd to Emperor Of The Sun 9.7 LEP 14 MAY 6rn Listed 1m 6f Gd/Yld Oisin Murphy 9.4 (H) 7 1/2L 2nd to Trueshan (FR) 9.7 ASCOT 17 OCT 20 13rn Group 2 1m 7f 209yds Sft

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Br B c Galileo - Toogoodtobetrue B Coolmore O Mrs John Magnier & Michael Tabor & Derrick Smith

9

(CPiece)

2

(128)

(10)

13-6 F Wayne Lordan J A P O’Brien T

Remains unexposed but he does not inspire a lot of confidence having been well held in the Derby Trial at Lingfield on his only appearance this season. Winning Range YS. Star Rating 2 Groom - Donal O’Loughlin Carlisle Bay 1 flat win r8,260.00 — Handicap Rating 101 L. Dettori 9.0 (CP) 36L last of 6 to Third Realm (GB) 9.0 LINGFIELD PARK 8 MAY Listed 1m 3f 133yds Sft 6/4Fav J.A. Heffernan 9.5 hd 3/4L 3rd to Flying Visit 9.5 LEP 24 OCT 20 9rn Group 3 1m 1f Sft/Hvy 7/1 M.C. Hussey 9.7 won 2L 3/4L from Magic Carousel 8.9 and Supposedtobe 9.0 TIPP 3 OCT 20 14rn mdn 1m 1f Yld/Sft 2min 2.7sec

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3

Br Ch c Galileo - Remember When B Coolmore O Derrick Smith & Mrs John Magnier & Michael Tabor

9

(CPiece)

2

(128)

(9)

5-43216 F Seamie Heffernan J A P O’Brien T

Not disgraced when sixth off top weight in the Melrose at York last time, but this is a significant step up in grade and a watching brief is advised. Winning Range YS. Star Rating 2 Groom - Anatoliy Komisar King Of The Castle 1 flat win r7,080.00 — Handicap Rating 95 William Buick 9.7 (CP) 6L 6th of 22 to Valley Forge (GB) 8.8 YORK 21 AUG hcp (0-105)1m 5f 188yds Gd 4/9Fav HR94 J.A. Heffernan 9.7 (CP) won 4 1/4L 1/2L from Shinpachi 9.7 and McPherson (GB) 9.7 LIM 4 JUL 9rn mdn 1m 4f 110yds Yld/Sft 2min 47.4sec 11/2 HR91 J.A. Heffernan 9.10 (CP) 2 1/2L 2nd to Iowa 8.12 DRYL 19 JUN 13rn Ext hcp 1m 4f 150yds Gd

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2

(128)

(5)

4 F Chris Hayes J Luke Comer T

Br B c Harzand - Meetyouthere B Mr & Mrs J Davis & P Mitchell B’stock O Luke Comer

RACE SIX

Showed promise when fourth in a maiden over 1m 4f at Leopardstown in May but it is very hard to see him getting off the mark in a race of this nature. Star Rating 1 Groom - Ger Butler Seattle Creek (GB) 80/1 N.M. Crosse 9.2 1 1/4L 1 3/4L 2 1/2L 4th to The Mediterranean 9.7 LEP 9 MAY 18rn mdn 1m 4f Gd

C,T worn by No. 3, No. 8. CPiece worn by No. 7, No. 12, No. 13.

Hood worn by No. 11. TStrap worn by No. 4.

Probable Starting Prices - 3/1 Twilight Payment, 4/1 Sonnyboyliston, Search For A Song, 11/2 Baron Samedi (GB), 10/1 Emperor Of The Sun, Master Of Reality, Passion, 12/1 Barrington Court, 16/1 Amhran Na Bhfiann, 25/1 King Of The Castle, 33/1 Barbados, Carlisle Bay, 100/1 Aircraft Carrier, 200/1 Seattle Creek (GB) 2020 - 1st Search For A Song 2nd Fujaira Prince 3rd Twilight Payment (3 min. 6.5 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT A competitive renewal of this Group 1 contest but preference is for TWILIGHT PAYMENT, after his victory in the Irish St Leger Trial over C&D last month. The eight-year-old has an outstanding record at this track, with six wins and a further six placed efforts in 15 starts here, and last year’s Melbourne Cup winner could take plenty of stopping once again today. Baron Samedi won a handicap off a mark of 65 just over a year ago and he has continued to improve since. This will require another career best from the son of Harbour Watch but he may still have more to offer. Last year’s winner Search For A Song will need to leave her form so far this year behind her to be successful again today, but it is far too soon to be writing her off.

WIN: TWILIGHT PAYMENT

DANGER: SEARCH FOR A SONG

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An immensely talented juvenile, George Washington made it four in a row and recorded his second Group 1 when winning the National Stakes back in 2005. Ridden well by Kieren Fallon, he went on to win the 2000 Guineas at Newmarket.

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SEPTEMBER YEARLING SALE 21 – 22 SEPTEMBER, INCLUDING PART II

TATTERSALLS GOLD CUP GROUP 1 WINNER, HELVIC DREAM

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SEVENTH RACE 5.15P.M. THE TATTERSALLS IRELAND SUPER AUCTION SALE STAKES OF W300,000

6f 63y

Six Furlongs 63 Yards (1,250 metres) Anglesey Post

Stalls centre of course. Value to winner: r147500; Second: r60000; Third: r30000; Fourth: r20000; Fifth: r12500; Sixth: r7500; Seventh: r5000; Eighth: r5000; Ninth: r5000; Tenth: r5000.

(For Race Conditions see page 128)

RACE SPONSOR

Simon Kerins, Chief Executive Tattersalls Ireland, will present trophies to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and €250 to the groom in charge of the horse judged to be best turned out.

TRIFECTA RACE Br Breeding No

Horse

1

THREEBAGSFULL (8) €37,760

B Breeder

O Owner

F Form

J Jockey

T Trainer

Age

st

lb

(lbs)

Draw

2

9

5

(131)

(1)

213974 F Ben Coen J J P Murtagh T

Br B c Requinto - Pavlopetri B M & M Butler O Any Excuse For A Holiday Syndicate

Bellewstown maiden winner but four defeats since. Slowly away when fourth at Navan earlier this month, better than that but his stable could be in better form. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 3 Threebagsfull 1 win r11,800.00 — Handicap Rating 84 3/1 HR85 J.A. Powell 9.0 (CP) nk 3/4L 1 1/4L 4th to Speedacus 9.5 NAV 4 SEP 8rn Ext hcp 5f Gd 12/1 HR85 S.B. Kelly 9.5 (CP) 5L 7th of 11 to Head Mistress 9.0 here 13 AUG Listed 5f Gd 66/1 HR86 S.B. Kelly 9.0 (CP) 4L 9th of 22 to Sacred Bridge (GB) 9.2 NAAS 2 AUG 5f 205yds Gd

2

ADJUVANT (45) €18,880

2

9

(Visor)

Br B c New Bay (GB) - Levanto B John O’Connor O A C Bound

3

(129)

(4)

116 F Oisin Murphy J Michael Bell (in GB) T

Successful twice over 7f at Chester and Salisbury before weakening late on when sixth in a valuable Goodwood nursery. Drop back to six furlongs in a first-time visor looks interesting. Winning Range GS-Gd. Star Rating 4 Adjuvant 2 flat wins €10,253.90 — Handicap Rating 84 Ryan Moore 9.6 2L 6th of 13 to Aswan 9.5 GOODWOOD 29 JUL hcp 7f Gd /Sft Oisin Murphy 9.6 won 2L 3/4L from Sed Maarib (USA) 9.2 and City Runner 9.2 SALISBURY 11 JUL 10rn 6f 213yds Gd /Sft 1min 34.6sec Hayley Turner 9.5 won nk hd from Rickenbacker 9.5 and Zimmerman (GB) 9.5 CHESTER 25 JUN 6rn mdn 7f 1yds Gd 1min 31.7sec

3

DELMONA (10) €51,920

2

RACE SEVEN

Br B f Dandy Man - Imelda Mayhem (GB) B Ballyhane Stud O H H Shaikh Nasser Al Khalifa & F Nass

9

2

(128)

(5)

533237 F William Buick J Tom Dascombe (in GB) T

Five furlong Bath winner on debut and highly tried since, placing in both Listed and Group 3 contests. Seventh at Salisbury last time but she ought to find this company easier to deal with. Winning Range Fm. Star Rating 5 Delmona 1 flat win €4,793.20 — Handicap Rating 99 David Egan 9.0 2L 7th of 12 to Romantic Time (GB) 9.0 SALISBURY 2 SEP Group 3 6f Gd /Frm Adam Kirby 9.0 (CP) hd 1L 3rd to Tardis (GB) 9.0 NEWBURY 13 AUG 17rn Listed 5f 34yds Gd Olivier Peslier 8.12 nk 2nd to Twilight Gleaming 8.12 DEAUVILLE 7 AUG 7rn Listed 5f Sft

4

KING X J (22) €17,700

2

9

1

(127)

(12)

7 F Leigh Roche J M D O’Callaghan T

Br Ch c Cotai Glory (GB) - Star of Kings (GB) B Tom and Hazel Russell O Paul J Nolan

Once raced Cotai Glory colt, showed some promise when running on into seventh here over seven furlongs. Open to improvement but the drop back in trip may not see him at his best. Star Rating 2 King X J 14/1 L.F. Roche 9.7 3 1/4L 7th of 17 to Eclat De Lumiere 9.2 here 21 AUG mdn 7f Sft

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5

CASHEW (43) €35,400

2 (CPiece)

Br B f Bated Breath (GB) - Taste The Salt B Epona Bloodstock Ltd O Highclere T’bred Racing - Burford Browns

9

0

(126)

(14)

312146 F Colin Keane J George Boughey (in GB) T

Twice a winner over this trip on soft ground and not disgraced on faster surfaces. A four-length sixth in a Newmarket nursery last time and connections add cheekpieces for the first time. Winning Range Sft. Star Rating 3 Cashew 2 flat wins €11,730.30 — Handicap Rating 82 James Doyle 9.1 4L 6th of 12 to Dora Penny (GB) 8.7 NEWMARKET 31 JUL hcp 6f Gd Mark Crehan 10.0 3 1/4L 1/2L 3/4L 4th to Highland Premiere (GB) 9.10 CATTERICK BRIDGE 7 JUL 5rn hcp (0-75)7f 6yds Sft Mark Crehan 9.7 won 1/2L 5 1/2L from Magic Warrior 9.7 and Be Be Ex 9.0 HAYDOCK PARK 3 JUL 6rn hcp (0-75)6f Sft 1min 15.7sec

6

CYNISCA (21) €51,920

2

9

0

(126)

(11)

40 F Declan McDonogh J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

Br Ch f Footstepsinthesand (GB) - Lisfannon (GB) B Kevin Coleman O Thoroughbred Racing Syndicate

Made a promising start when fourth at Gowran Park in July but she failed to build on that when beaten 20 lengths in a Naas maiden over seven furlongs. May find the six furlongs here more to her liking. Star Rating 2 Cynisca 10/1 M.P. Sheehy 8.8 19L 13th of 15 to Cigamia (USA) 8.8 NAAS 22 AUG mdn 7f Yld/Sft 11/1 M.P. Sheehy 8.11 1 3/4L 3L nk 4th to Mise Le Meas 9.0 GOW 24 JUL 14rn mdn 7f Gd

7

DODIE BABY (22) €5,900

2

8

13

(125)

(2)

0 F Gary Halpin J Donal Commins (R) T

Br B c Make Believe (GB) - Etymology (GB) B Don Commins & Make Believe Syndicate O Donal Commins

Once raced Make Believe colt who came home a 19-length last here over seven furlongs. Always at the rear that day and never dangerous so he clearly needs to step up on that to get involved. Star Rating 1 Dodie Baby 100/1 G.P. Halpin 9.7 18L last of 17 to Eclat De Lumiere 9.2 here 21 AUG mdn 7f Sft

8

SIR ALLEN (GB) (9) €12,980

2

8

13

(125)

(10)

5 F Andrew Slattery J Andrew Slattery T

Br Ch g Territories - Showbird (GB) B Bearstone Stud Limited O Eight Star Syndicate

Fifth of seven on his Down Royal debut when slowly away at the start and running green when asked a question. Sure to do better now and a bit of an unknown quantity at present. Star Rating 4 Sir Allen (GB) 14/1 A.J. Slattery 9.3 8L 5th of 7 to Snaffles 9.3 DRYL 3 SEP mdn 7f Gd

BENEVOLENT (15) €29,500

2

Br Gr f Oasis Dream (GB) - Angelic Guest B Rifa Mustang Europe Ltd O RIFA Mustang Europe Limited

8

12

(124)

(7)

50651 F Shane Foley J Mrs John Harrington T

Got up close home over slightly shorter at Navan last month showing improved form and may well be able to mount a challenge with any further improvement for her in-form stable. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 3 Benevolent 1 win r6,785.00 — Handicap Rating 73 13/2 HR65 S. Foley 9.1 won 3/4L 2 1/2L from Heart To Heart (GB) 9.10 and Wild Eyed Girl 8.13 NAV 28 AUG 10rn Ext hcp 5f 164yds Gd 1min 11.9sec 9/2 HR65 S. Foley 9.2 1 1/2L 5th of 10 to Hot Sunset (GB) 9.4 SLGO 4 AUG hcp 5f 160yds Yld 33/1 S. Foley 8.13 5 3/4L 6th of 9 to Hadman 9.3 NAAS 3 JUL 5f 205yds Gd

10 BIENVENUE (-) €28,320

2

Br B f Fascinating Rock - Kayd Kodaun B Equorum Ltd O Ana O’Brien

8

10

(122)

(9) F

Dylan Browne McMonagle J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

Unraced daughter of Fascinating Rock who is a half-sister to Captain Haddock and looks bred to be better over further in time. Top stable makes her interesting and she may go well at a big price. Star Rating 3

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11 HARDLY USELESS (8) €4,720

2

8

8

(120)

(13)

074 F Chris Hayes J Thomas Gibney T

Br Ch f New Bay (GB) - Saint Isidore (FR) B China Horse Club O High Horse Syndicate

Three maiden starts without a place, but she put in her best effort yet when fourth at Navan earlier this month, beaten just over three lengths at the line. Improving sort who could get involved. Star Rating 3 Hardly Useless 22/1 C.D. Hayes 8.8 hd 2 3/4L hd 4th to Giselles Ausie 9.4 NAV 4 SEP 8rn mdn 5f 164yds Gd 40/1 L.F. Roche 8.8 6 1/4L 7th of 11 to Capitulation 8.8 BELW 24 AUG mdn 7f 187yds Gd 12/1 L.F. Roche 8.8 8L 11th of 12 to Tut Tut 9.4 LEP 12 AUG mdn 7f Gd/Yld

12 HELPMEOUT (19) €3,500

2

8

(Hood)

Br Ch f Mastercraftsman - Joyce Compton B Redpender Stud Ltd O Redpender Stud

8

(120)

(3)

985 F Wayne Lordan J W McCreery T

Slowly away at Bellewstown last time on her third start before running on into fifth, beaten three lengths at the line. She could do better if getting away on level terms and wears a hood now to help her focus. Star Rating 2 Helpmeout — Handicap Rating 68 33/1 N.M. Crosse 8.5 3L 5th of 11 to Capitulation 8.8 BELW 24 AUG mdn 7f 187yds Gd 40/1 N.M. Crosse 8.11 10L 8th of 15 to Cavalry Charge (GB) 9.2 NAAS 2 AUG 5f 205yds Gd 14/1 N.M. Crosse 8.3 9L 9th of 14 to Mise Le Meas 9.0 GOW 24 JUL mdn 7f Gd

13 PANDEMIC PRINCESS (9) €3,500

2

8

8

(120)

(8)

676 F Nathan Crosse J Richard John O’Brien T

Br B f Mehmas - Pearl Bell B Kirsty & Sarah Connell O Kingdom Thoroughbred Syndicate

Unplaced in all three starts and beaten close to seven lengths last time out at Down Royal over five furlongs when swamped close home after sitting near the early pace. Plenty of improvement needed. Star Rating 2 Pandemic Princess — Handicap Rating 63 28/1 R.P. Whelan 9.2 6 3/4L 6th of 8 to Pearl Palinka 9.2 DRYL 3 SEP mdn 5f Gd 66/1 R.P. Whelan 9.2 12L 7th of 10 to Contarelli Chapel 9.2 NAAS 26 APR mdn 5f 205yds Gd 16/1 R.P. Whelan 9.2 8 3/4L 6th of 13 to Elliptic 9.2 TIPP 20 APR mdn 5f Yld

14 SLAMADOOR (41) €3,540

2

8

8

(120)

(6)

550 F Conor Hoban J Mrs John Harrington T

Br Ch f Slade Power - Amador B Ms Siobhan White O Feargal White

Interesting sort who followed a much improved three-length fifth at Leopardstown over seven furlongs with a 13-length defeat at Naas when outpaced over this trip. Needs to step up considerably on that form to get involved. Star Rating 3 Slamadoor — Handicap Rating 65 18/1 T.P. Madden 8.9 12L 10th of 15 to Cavalry Charge (GB) 9.2 NAAS 2 AUG 5f 205yds Gd 8/1 S. Foley 8.8 2 3/4L 5th of 12 to Red Linn 8.6 LEP 15 JUL mdn 7f Gd 16/1 C.P. Hoban 8.9 5 1/4L 5th of 8 to Snapius 8.9 LIM 18 JUN mdn 6f 150yds Gd

CPiece worn by No. 5. Hood worn by No. 12. Visor worn by No. 2.

RACE SEVEN

Probable Starting Prices - 6/4 Delmona, 5/1 Adjuvant, 7/1 Cashew, 8/1 Threebagsfull, 10/1 King X J, 12/1 Benevolent, 16/1 Helpmeout, Slamadoor, 20/1 Cynisca, Bienvenue, Hardly Useless, 25/1 Sir Allen (GB), Pandemic Princess, 100/1 Dodie Baby 2020 - 1st Shark Two One (GB) 2nd Star Of Orion 3rd Belle Image (1 min. 20.2 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT DELMONA has the form in the book to suggest she can win this valuable contest, having placed in both Listed and Group 3 company, and she wasn’t disgraced when a two-length seventh at Salisbury in the Group 3 Dick Poole Fillies’ Stakes last time.

Adjuvant lost his unbeaten record at Goodwood at the end of July in a decent nursery and looks clear second best wearing a first-time visor. Sir Allen looked as if he would learn plenty from his debut experience and could well be a lively outsider.

WIN: DELMONA

DANGER: ADJUVANT

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Tattersalls Ireland Super Auction Stakes Information Horse Threebagsfull

Vendor Kildaragh Stud (Agent)

Purchaser JP Murtagh / Eddie Linehan

Price £32,000

Adjuvant

Ballylinch Stud

MLW Bell Racing

£16,000

Delmona

Ballyhane

Sackville Donald

£44,000

King X J

Tally Ho Stud

Vendor

£15,000

Cashew

Croom House Stud

Vendor

£40,000

Cynisca

The Castlebridge Consignment

Durcan Bloodstock/JP O’Brien

£44,000

Dodie Baby

Albany Stud

Vendor

£5,000

Sir Allen

Donnellys Well (Agent)

Meadowview Stables

£11,000

Benevolent

The Castlebridge Consignment

Ken Carroll

£25,000 £24,000

Bienvenue

Mount Richard Stud

Vendor

Hardly Useless

Browne Brothers Bloodstock

Vendor

£4,000

Helpmeout

Redpender Stud

Vendor

€3,500

Pandemic Princess

Peria Stud

Jason Kelly Bloodstock

€3,500

Slamadoor

Leacarrow House Stud

Vendor

£3,000

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SOLE POWER

2015 DERRINSTOWN STUD FLYING FIVE STAKES WINNER

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Eddie Lynam’s specalist sprinter enjoyed one of his most memorable successes in 2015 when winning this race. A champion sprinter and Irish Horse of the Year, Sole Power came with his typical late run to hold off Maarek and Take Cover in a close finish.

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EIGHTH RACE 5.45P.M.

1m 2f

THE IRISH STALLION FARMS EBF ‘NORTHFIELDS’ HANDICAP OF W125,000 (PREMIER HANDICAP)

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

Starting from stalls. Handicaps calculated 31st August. Value to winner: r73750; Second: r25000; Third: r12500; Fourth: r6250; Fifth: r3750; Sixth: r2500.

(For Race Conditions see page 128)

RACE SPONSOR

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TRIFECTA RACE Br Breeding No

Horse

1

SALTONSTALL (GB) (16)

B Breeder

O Owner

F Form

T Trainer

Age

st

lb

(lbs)

Draw

7

10

0

(140)

(10)

(C,T)

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

J Jockey

750654 F Sam Ewing (5) J Adrian McGuinness T

He ran with credit to finish fourth in the Irish Cambridgeshire here last month. That said, the step back up in trip isn’t likely to benefit his cause. Winning Range Hvy-Gd & AW. Star Rating 3 Saltonstall (GB) 7 flat wins r195,860.00 C — Handicap Rating 104 25/1 HR105 Sam Ewing 9.9 (CP) 2 1/2L 1/2L 1L 4th to Bopedro (FR) 9.3 here 27 AUG 27rn Ext hcp 1m Gd 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

2

MIRANN (FR) (22)

5

9

13

(CPiece)

Br B g Motivator (GB) - Mila (FR) B S C E A Haras De Son Altesse l’Aga Khan O OTI Racing

(139)

(19)

872440 F Ben Coen J J P Murtagh T

The distance appeared to stretch him in the Ebor at York and his consistent performances prior to that effort would give him every chance of being in the mix. Winning Range Sft-Gd. Star Rating 5 Mirann (FR) 2 flat wins r16,490.00 — Handicap Rating 103 A. Kirby 9.3 21L 15th of 20 to Sonnyboyliston 9.8 YORK 21 AUG hcp 1m 5f 188yds Gd 4/1 HR103 J.A. Powell 9.0 3/4L 1 3/4L hd 4th to Mosala 8.7 LEP 8 JUL 13rn Ext hcp 1m 2f Gd Ben Coen 9.8 1 1/2L 3/4L hd 4th to Quickthorn (GB) 9.3 ASCOT 18 JUN 14rn hcp (0-105)1m 3f 211yds Hvy

3

FINANS BAY (30)

4

9

Br B g Kodiac (GB) - Wrood (USA) B N Hartery O N Hartery

12

(138)

(6)

212-563 F Ronan Whelan J M Halford T

He filled the runner-up spot in this contest 12 months ago and the four-year-old appears to have been laid out for another crack at this following some fine efforts in Group company. Winning Range Hvy. Star Rating 4 Finans Bay 1 flat win r7,080.00 — Handicap Rating 102 22/1 HR101 R.P. Whelan 9.8 3/4L 1 3/4L 3rd to Earlswood (GB) 9.3 here 13 AUG 12rn Group 3 1m 2f Yld 50/1 HR94 R.P. Whelan 9.11 3L 6th of 10 to Cadillac 9.4 here 26 JUN Group 3 1m 2f Gd 4/1 HR94 R.P. Whelan 10.0 3 1/2L 5th of 12 to He Knows No Fear 9.5 LEP 3 JUN Ext hcp 1m 1f Gd

RACE EIGHT

4

GEOMETRICAL (17)

4

9

9

(135)

(5)

00-0581 F Kevin Manning J J S Bolger T

Br Ch g Dawn Approach - Symmetrical (USA) B J S Bolger O Mrs J S Bolger

The gelding returned to winning ways at Tipperary last time, his first for just over two years, but he will need to back that performance up in a tougher assignment. Winning Range YS-GY. Star Rating 3 Geometrical 2 flat wins r17,716.50 — Handicap Rating 99 5/1 HR99 K.J. Manning 9.10 won 2 3/4L 1 1/2L from Maud Gonne Spirit 9.5 and Hale Bopp 9.11 TIPP 26 AUG 7rn 7f 110yds Gd/Yld 1min 35.2sec 18/1 HR100 K.J. Manning 9.13 7L last of 8 to Layfayette 9.13 ROS 29 JUN Listed 1m 3f 195yds Gd 100/1 HR92 R.P. Cleary 9.11 1 1/2L 5th of 9 to Reve De Vol 8.12 here 2 JUN Listed 1m 2f Gd/Yld

122

5

SIRJACK THOMAS (16)

6

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

9

8

(134)

(11)

061140 F Cian MacRedmond (7) J Adrian McGuinness T

A winner at the Galway Festival earlier in the year who requires a career-best effort to be competitive having finished down the field in the Irish Cambridgeshire. Winning Range Hvy-Gd. Star Rating 3 Sirjack Thomas 6 flat wins r129,547.50 C — Handicap Rating 98 40/1 HR100 C.J. MacRedmond 9.2 9L 16th of 27 to Bopedro (FR) 9.3 here 27 AUG Ext hcp 1m Gd 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

6

LOUGH DERG (78)

3

9

5

(131)

(27)

1-42868 F Ryan Moore J A P O’Brien T

Br Gr c Galileo - Easton Angel B LynchBages,Rhinestone,Longfield Stud O Mrs John Magnier & Michael Tabor & Derrick Smith

A well-bred colt who was considered to be a potential outsider for the Classics at the start of the season. However, the switch to handicap company might yield improvement. Winning Range AW. Star Rating 3 Lough Derg 1 flat win r8,260.00 — Handicap Rating 101 10/1 HR103 J.A. Heffernan 8.13 3L 8th of 10 to Cadillac 9.4 here 26 JUN Group 3 1m 2f Gd 13/2 HR105 M.C. Hussey 8.11 4 1/2L 6th of 9 to Sonnyboyliston 9.9 LIM 18 JUN Listed 1m 4f 110yds Gd 2/1Fav HR105 J.A. Heffernan 8.12 5L 8th of 9 to Reve De Vol 8.12 here 2 JUN Listed 1m 2f Gd/Yld

7

BEAR STORY (30)

3

9

4

(130)

(4)

1-22326 F Gary Carroll J M Halford T

Br B c Kodiac (GB) - Angels Story B John Connaughton O J Connaughton

A consistent individual who, despite having only scored once in his career, has shaped well on a couple of occasions this season and the ease in grade is in his favour. Winning Range AW. Star Rating 3 Bear Story 1 flat win r6,490.00 — Handicap Rating 100 16/1 HR93 G.F. Carroll 9.0 3 3/4L 6th of 12 to Earlswood (GB) 9.3 here 13 AUG Group 3 1m 2f Yld 7/4Fav HR90 R.P. Whelan 9.9 1/2L 2nd to Protagonist (FR) 9.10 FAIR 7 JUL 7rn 1m 2f Gd 10/1 HR88 R.P. Whelan 9.7 2 1/2L 3/4L 3rd to Iowa 8.12 DRYL 19 JUN 13rn Ext hcp 1m 4f 150yds Gd

8

STILL STANDING (28)

6 (C,T)

Br Ch g Mastercraftsman - Il Palazzo (USA) B D G Iceton O Three D Partnership

9

4

(130)

(1)

616834 F Shane Foley J Mrs John Harrington T

The four-year-old has dropped to his last winning mark following a couple of solid efforts recently. That said, he will need to improve to trouble the main protagonists. Winning Range Sft-Gd. Star Rating 2 Still Standing 6 flat wins r90,634.00 D — Handicap Rating 94 33/1 HR95 R. Whearty 9.4 (TS) 2L 1 3/4L hd 4th to Ides Of August (USA) 9.1 DUN 15 AUG 12rn Ext hcp 1m 2f 150yds Std 9/4Fav HR95 S. Foley 9.12 1 1/4L 1L 3rd to Takeachancejimmy 8.4 BAL 19 JUL 6rn hcp 1m 1f 96yds Gd 14/1 HR96 S.T. McCullagh 9.9 (TS) 10L 8th of 10 to Effernock Fizz 8.6 here 27 JUN Ext hcp 1m 4f Gd/Frm

9

MOSALA (47)

4

Br B g Kodiac (GB) - Glamorous (GER) B Richard & Nora Ahern O C Acheson

9

(TStrap)

2

(128)

(8)

2-12313 F Chris Hayes J Henry de Bromhead T

He stayed on well to finish third at Galway on his latest outing and the step back up in distance is likely to see him take another step forward.

Winning Range Gd & AW. Star Rating 4 Mosala 2 flat wins r59,590.00 D — Handicap Rating 92 10/1 HR93 C.D. Hayes 9.2 (TS) 3L 1/2L 3rd to Sirjack Thomas 8.8 GAL 27 JUL 18rn Ext hcp 1m 123yds Sft 8/1 HR86 C.D. Hayes 8.7 (TS) won 3/4L 1 3/4L from Tauran Shaman 9.3 and Georgeville (GB) 9.7 LEP 8 JUL 13rn Ext hcp 1m 2f Gd 2min 9.2sec 16/5 HR85 W.J. Lee 9.3 (TS) 1 1/4L 2 1/4L 3rd to Effernock Fizz 8.6 here 27 JUN 10rn Ext hcp 1m 4f Gd/Frm

4

Br Ch f Ruler Of The World - Razzleberry (USA) B Ronan Tynan O Dr Ronan Tynan

9

1

(127)

(14)

711951 F Andrew Slattery J Andrew Slattery T

She appreciates cut in the ground, which was showcased by her victory here over 1m4f last month, but the weather forecast hasn’t been kind on this occasion. Winning Range Sft-GY. Star Rating 3 Pineapple Express 4 flat wins r40,710.00 C D — Handicap Rating 91 16/1 HR90 A.J. Slattery 9.4 won 1/2L nk from Pachmena 7.13 and Merroir 8.13 here 21 AUG 13rn hcp 1m 4f Sft 2min 40.4sec 25/1 HR90 A.J. Slattery 8.11 8L 5th of 16 to Crowns Major (JPN) 7.13 GAL 31 JUL Ext hcp 1m 3f 180yds Gd 9/1 HR90 A.J. Slattery 9.5 12L 9th of 10 to Effernock Fizz 8.6 here 27 JUN Ext hcp 1m 4f Gd/Frm

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RACE EIGHT

10 PINEAPPLE EXPRESS (22)

11 PROTAGONIST (FR) (43)

4

Br B g Wootton Bassett (GB) - Sagariya (FR) B M Pierre Cornou O Michael Buckley

9

0

(126)

(23)

5-05418 F Conor Hoban J Mrs John Harrington T

The drop back to 1m 2f, a distance he won over on his penultimate start at Fairyhouse, could see him progress further having struggled to land a blow at Galway in July. Winning Range Yld-Gd. Star Rating 3 Protagonist (FR) 3 flat wins r30,680.00 D — Handicap Rating 90 9/1 HR92 S. Foley 9.2 10L 8th of 16 to Crowns Major (JPN) 7.13 GAL 31 JUL Ext hcp 1m 3f 180yds Gd 7/2 HR86 S.T. McCullagh 9.10 won 1/2L 2 1/2L from Bear Story 9.9 and Miss Myers 10.0 FAIR 7 JUL 7rn 1m 2f Gd 2min 11.4sec 3/1Fav HR87 S. Foley 9.11 1/2L 2 1/4L 1 1/4L 4th to Dream Tale (GB) 8.12 LIM 12 JUN 12rn hcp 1m Gd

12 VULTAN (29)

4 (TStrap)

Br B g Fastnet Rock (AUS) - Beneloge (GB) B Mr Maurice Regan O Newtown Anner Stud Farm Ltd

9

0

(126)

(3)

33-1424 F Dylan Browne McMonagle (3) J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

The four-year-old was disappointing on his most recent start at Tramore and he appears to be up against it despite faster conditions to suit.

Winning Range Yld. Star Rating 3 Vultan 1 flat win r6,785.00 — Handicap Rating 90 5/2 HR91 D. McMonagle 10.7 (TS) 1/2L 14L 5 1/2L 4th to Gee Rex 9.6 TRAM 14 AUG 7rn Ext hcp 1m 4f Sft 4/1 HR87 D. McMonagle 9.0 (TS) 1 1/4L 2nd to Effernock Fizz 8.6 here 27 JUN 10rn Ext hcp 1m 4f Gd/Frm 5/1 HR85 D.P. McDonogh 9.2 (TS) 3/4L 1/2L hd 4th to Morph Speed 8.8 CK 9 JUN 12rn hcp 1m 4f Yld

13 MAX MAYHEM (GB) (21)

3

8

13

(125)

(15)

8-21832 F Mikey Sheehy (5) J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

Br B c New Bay (GB) - Maybe Grace B Ms H O’Connor O Hayley B O’Connor & C Acheson

He was just denied a return to the winner’s enclosure when run out of it at Naas when last seen and he is of real interest making his handicap debut. Winning Range Yld. Star Rating 4 Max Mayhem (GB) 1 flat win r12,390.00 — Handicap Rating 95 10/1 HR93 M.P. Sheehy 9.2 hd 2nd to Collins Street 9.7 NAAS 22 AUG 7rn 1m 2f Yld/Sft 4/1 HR94 S.M. Crosse 9.10 2 1/4L 4 1/2L 3rd to La Petite Coco 9.5 KILL 12 JUL 4rn 1m 3f 35yds Yld 8/1 D.P. McDonogh 9.5 7 1/4L last of 8 to Fernando Vichi 9.5 LEP 3 JUN Listed 1m 4f Gd

14 BAND OF OUTLAWS (73)

6

8

12

(124)

(21)

1523/-36 F Wayne Lordan J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

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

His sole Flat effort in 2021 was an encouraging performance when third at Naas in May when returning from a lengthy absence and he cannot be discounted. Winning Range Sft-GF. Star Rating 4 Band Of Outlaws 3 flat wins r49,828.00 3 N.H. wins r69,729.80 C — Handicap Rating 88 6/1 HR145 J.S. McGarvey 11.3 38L 6th of 8 to Sole Pretender 11.3 TIPP 1 JUL hdl Grade 3 2m 38yds Gd/Yld 11/1 HR88 W.M. Lordan 9.12 1 3/4L 1/2L 3rd to Pepperoni Pete 9.3 NAAS 16 MAY 15rn Ext hcp 1m Sft 9/2Fav HR145 J.J. Slevin 11.1 1/2L 3/4L 3rd to Tudor City 11.0 GAL 1 AUG 19 18rn Ext hcp hdl Grade A 2m 11yds Gd

15 ROYAL PIPPEN (27)

4

Br B g Make Believe (GB) - Royal Razalma B Ballylinch Stud O S Donohoe

8

(CPiece)

12

(124)

(12)

544551 F Robbie Colgan J S Donohoe T

All of his strongest form comes over shorter distances so there has to be question marks about what stamina limitations he may have on his first try over the trip. Winning Range Hvy-GY. Star Rating 3 Royal Pippen 2 flat wins r17,110.00 — Handicap Rating 88 10/1 HR78 Sam Ewing 8.11 (CP) won 4 1/2L hd from El Padre (USA) 8.3 and Wee Pablo 8.10 ROS 16 AUG 14rn Ext hcp 7f 71yds Gd/Yld 1min 32.9sec 6/1 HR78 J.A. Heffernan 9.4 (CP) 2 3/4L 5th of 16 to Dedillon 9.3 GAL 31 JUL Ext hcp 1m 73yds Gd 13/2 HR79 J.A. Heffernan 10.2 (CP) 3L 5th of 15 to Maud Gonne Spirit 10.0 GAL 26 JUL hcp (50-80)7f Yld

RACE EIGHT

16 SOARING MONARCH (42)

4

Br B g Free Eagle - Little Live Wire B James O’Haire & Irish National Stud O Basil Holian

8

12

(124)

(25)

2244-10 F Billy Lee J Peter Fahey T

He was a beaten favourite at the Galway Festival over 7f and is another in the field who has something to prove now stepping up in trip.

Winning Range Sft-Gd. Star Rating 3 Soaring Monarch 2 flat wins r17,110.00 — Handicap Rating 88 9/2Fav HR91 K.J. Manning 9.0 7 3/4L 11th of 14fn, 15rn to Current Option 9.7 GAL 1 AUG Ext hcp 7f Gd 5/1 HR80 K.J. Manning 9.4 won 2 3/4L hd from Mk Drama 8.6 and Galtee Mist 9.5 ROS 11 MAY 14rn Ext hcp 7f 70yds Sft 1min 35.6sec 4/1Fav HR84 D. McMonagle 9.2 1 3/4L 3 1/2L 1 1/4L 4th to Galtee Mist 9.1 here 2 NOV 20 18rn Ext hcp 7f Hvy

124

17 STAR HARBOUR (16)

3

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

8

(Visor)

12

(124)

(18)

516105 F Colin Keane J Adrian McGuinness T

He was dropped 1lb for a solid effort when fifth in the Irish Cambridgeshire and the step back to 1m 2f could see him in the reckoning.

Winning Range Yld-Gd. Star Rating 3 Star Harbour 2 flat wins r32,745.00 D — Handicap Rating 94 28/1 HR95 O.J. Orr 8.12 (V) 4 1/4L 5th of 27 to Bopedro (FR) 9.3 here 27 AUG Ext hcp 1m Gd 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

18 ZOZIMUS (16)

3

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

(Blinkers)

8

11

(123)

(7)

31-7340 F Gavin Ryan J Donnacha Aidan O’Brien T

Talented colt on his day but has found his chances hindered by slow starts recently and, despite having the blinkers re-fitted, he makes less appeal than some of his rivals. Winning Range AW. Star Rating 3 Zozimus 1 flat win r6,490.00 — Handicap Rating 93 25/1 HR95 G.M. Ryan 8.12 8L 15th of 27 to Bopedro (FR) 9.3 here 27 AUG Ext hcp 1m Gd 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

19 HE KNOWS NO FEAR (16)

4

8

10

(122)

(28)

061677 F Oisin Murphy J Luke Comer T

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

Successful at Leopardstown in June and performed with credit when finishing seventh in the Irish Cambridgeshire on his latest outing, closing out his race well. May outrun his odds. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 3 He Knows No Fear 2 flat wins r17,995.00 — Handicap Rating 86 18/1 HR89 W.J. Lee 8.13 5 3/4L 7th of 27 to Bopedro (FR) 9.3 here 27 AUG Ext hcp 1m Gd 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

20 MAGIC CHEGAGA (21)

4

8

9

(121)

(16)

10-1213 F J M Sheridan (3) J Thomas Gibney T

Br Ch f Teofilo - Moving Heart B Moyglare Stud Farm O Magic Lads Syndicate

In good form this year and posted a solid effort when finishing third behind a couple of talented rivals at Naas last time. Worthy of respect now returning to handicap company. Winning Range GY-Gd. Star Rating 3 Magic Chegaga 3 flat wins r25,370.00 C D — Handicap Rating 85 7/1 HR87 C.D. Hayes 9.9 hd 3 1/4L 3rd to Collins Street 9.7 NAAS 22 AUG 7rn 1m 2f Yld/Sft 100/30 HR81 O.J. Orr 8.12 won 1 3/4L nk from Beyond Happy 8.13 and Zola Sakura 8.7 NAAS 2 AUG 9rn hcp (70-100)1m 2f Gd 2min 9.4sec 7/1 HR78 O.J. Orr 9.9 3/4L 2nd to The Blue Brilliant 9.10 KILL 13 JUL 9rn Ext hcp 1m 3f 35yds Gd

21 CRYSTAL BLACK (16)

3

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

8

8

(Visor)

(120)

(29)

8196 F Leigh Roche J D K Weld T

Unexposed three-year-old who posted a respectable effort when sixth in the Irish Cambridgeshire on his latest start. Not ruled out now moving up in trip. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 3 Crystal Black 1 flat win r7,080.00 — Handicap Rating 90 28/1 HR91 C.D. Hayes 8.8 (V) 4 1/2L 6th of 27 to Bopedro (FR) 9.3 here 27 AUG Ext hcp 1m Gd 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

4

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

(TStrap)

8

7

(119)

(17)

314360 F N G McCullagh J M Halford T

Largely respectable efforts this year but finished behind a number of today’s rivals when down the field in the Irish Cambridgeshire on his most recent run. Others make stronger cases. Winning Range Gd & AW. Star Rating 3 Eagle’s Flight 2 flat wins r13,275.00 — Handicap Rating 83 12/1 HR86 N.G. McCullagh 8.9 (TS) 10L 18th of 27 to Bopedro (FR) 9.3 here 27 AUG Ext hcp 1m Gd 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

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RACE EIGHT

22 EAGLE’S FLIGHT (16)

23 OVERHEER (GB) (24)

5

Br B g Heeraat - Ardbrae Tara B Mickley Stud O Joseph G Murphy

8

7

(119)

(26)

722116 F Tom Kiely Marshall (10) J Joseph G Murphy T

Progressive type who registered his best piece of form when winning at Gowran Park on his penultimate run. Shaped better than the bare result would suggest at Killarney last time and may get involved. Winning Range GY-Gd. Star Rating 3 Overheer (GB) 3 flat wins r18,880.00 — Handicap Rating 83 6/1 HR85 O.J. Orr 9.6 3 3/4L 6th of 12 to Moddy Poddle 9.1 KILL 19 AUG 1m 30yds Gd 6/4Fav HR78 O.J. Orr 10.0 won 1 1/4L s/hd from Celtic Crown 9.11 and Lord Park 9.13 GOW 7 JUN 11rn Ext hcp 1m 1f 100yds Gd 2min 3.7sec 7/2Fav HR72 O.J. Orr 9.8 won 1/2L 1/2L from Kosman 8.8 and Longbourn 9.11 LEP 3 JUN 20rn hcp (50-80)1m Gd 1min 40.9sec

24 PRAIRIE DANCER (60)

3

Br B g Territories - Polka Dot B Mr S Sweeney O Sean Sweeney & Kieran O’Hare

(Blinkers)

8

6

(118)

(13)

5-21516 F M A Gallagher J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

Stepped up when winning at Roscommon on his penultimate run before racing too freely when producing a below-par effort at Killarney last time. Not as appealing as some of his rivals. Winning Range GY-Gd. Star Rating 3 Prairie Dancer 2 flat wins r16,225.00 D — Handicap Rating 88 3/1 HR91 S.M. Crosse 10.4 (BK) 5 3/4L last of 6 to Exuma 9.11 KILL 14 JUL Ext hcp 1m 3f 35yds Gd 5/4Fav HR85 S.M. Crosse 9.12 (BK) won 1 3/4L ns from Himalayan Beauty 9.0 and Ebasari 8.13 ROS 29 JUN 6rn hcp 1m 2f 34yds Gd 2min 15.6sec 11/1 HR86 S.M. Crosse 9.5 (BK) 5 3/4L 5th of 13 to Iowa 8.12 DRYL 19 JUN Ext hcp 1m 4f 150yds Gd

25 TURBULENCE (35)

4

8

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

6

(118)

(22)

03-13 F Wesley Joyce (7) J John Joseph Murphy T

Broke his maiden at Killarney on his penultimate run before running well when finishing third at this track on his handicap debut last month.

Not certain to be suited by the return to this trip, however. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 3 Turbulence 1 flat win r7,965.00 — Handicap Rating 82 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

26 TAKEACHANCEJIMMY (41)

7

8

Br Ch g Art Connoisseur - Trika (GB) B Thomas Kinsella O Thomas Connolly

6

(118)

(24)

709517 F Nathan Crosse (3) J Nigel Thomas Slevin T

Won with authority at Ballinrobe on his penultimate start but failed to match that form when well held at Naas last time. Others look better treated. Winning Range GS & AW. Star Rating 2 Takeachancejimmy 6 flat wins r44,466.00 C — Handicap Rating 81 18/1 HR83 R.C. Colgan 9.0 6 1/4L 7th of 9 to Magic Chegaga 8.12 NAAS 2 AUG hcp (70-100)1m 2f Gd 6/1 HR78 N.M. Crosse 8.4 won 1 1/4L 1L from Ides Of August (USA) 9.0 and Still Standing 9.12 BAL 19 JUL 6rn hcp 1m 1f 96yds Gd 2min 2.1sec 50/1 HR79 R.C. Colgan 9.8 6L 5th of 7 to Protagonist (FR) 9.10 FAIR 7 JUL 1m 2f Gd

RESERVES 27 LUKE SHORT (GB) (16)

4

8

6

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

(118)

(20)

0-30650 F J

Noel Meade T

Has produced a mixed bag this season and his latest effort, when down the field in the Irish Cambridgeshire, was one of his lesser efforts.

Will need to step up if getting a run. Reserve. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 2 Luke Short (GB) 2 flat wins r12,991.00 — Handicap Rating 81 28/1 HR84 D.E. Sheehy 8.4 12L 21st of 27 to Bopedro (FR) 9.3 here 27 AUG Ext hcp 1m Gd 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

RACE EIGHT

28 YAFORDADOE (228)

5

Br B g Zebedee (GB) - Bluebell Park (USA) B Mr J Higgins O Yafordadoe Racing Syndicate

8

6

(118)

(2)

2240-56 F J

Gavin Cromwell T

Was in good form when last seen on the Flat last year but, on his return from an absence, he may lack the sharpness of some of his rivals.

Reserve. Winning Range SH-Sft. Star Rating 3 Yafordadoe 2 flat wins r13,297.50 2 N.H. wins r19,470.00 C — Handicap Rating 80 18/1 HR121 J.M. Moore 11.6 24L 6th of 9fn, 10rn to Blanketontheground 10.6 THU 27 JAN Ext hcp hdl 1m 7f 161yds Sft/Hvy 11/2 HR122 J.M. Moore 11.7 7 3/4L 5th of 6 to Hes A Hardy Bloke 11.12 CK 2 JAN nov.hdl 2m Sft/Hvy 33/1 HR123 J.M. Moore 10.9 17L 10th of 17fn, 20rn to Master McShee (GB) 11.7 LEP 27 DEC 20 Ext hcp hdl 2m Sft 126

29 WILD DOLLAR (56)

3

Br B g Zoffany - Shy Bride B Barronstown Stud O John P McManus

8

6

(118)

(TStrap)

(9)

9913 F J

Eddie & Patrick Harty T

Got off the mark when promoted to first at this track on his penultimate run before performing well when taking third on his handicap debut last time. Faces a tougher task this time but open to improvement. Reserve. Winning Range SH. Star Rating 3 Wild Dollar 1 flat win r9,735.00 CD — Handicap Rating 85 6/1 HR87 M.A. Gallagher 9.10 (TS) hd 1 1/4L 3rd to Hell Bent 9.12 here 18 JUL 6rn Ext hcp 1m 2f Gd 20/1 M.A. Gallagher 9.7 (TS) won s/hd 2nd to Citronnade (GB)(disq) 9.2 here 23 MAY 13rn mdn 1m 2f Sft/Hvy 2min 21.8sec 80/1 M.A. Gallagher 9.7 (TS) 13L 9th of 17fn, 18rn to The Mediterranean 9.7 LEP 9 MAY mdn 1m 4f Gd

Blinkers worn by No. 18, No. 24. C,T worn by No. 1, No. 8. CPiece worn by No. 2, No. 15.

TStrap worn by No. 9, No. 12, No. 22, No. 29. Visor worn by No. 17, No. 21.

Long Handicap - Takeachancejimmy 8-5 (117), Luke Short (GB) 8-5 (117), Yafordadoe 8-4 (116), Wild Dollar 8-3 (115) Probable Starting Prices - 8/1 Lough Derg, 10/1 Max Mayhem (GB), Band Of Outlaws, Turbulence, 12/1 Mirann (FR), Finans Bay, Geometrical, Mosala, Magic Chegaga, 14/1 Saltonstall (GB), Bear Story, Pineapple Express, Royal Pippen, Overheer (GB), 16/1 Vultan, Soaring Monarch, Crystal Black, 20/1 Sirjack Thomas, Protagonist (FR), Eagle’s Flight, Prairie Dancer, 25/1 Still Standing, Star Harbour, Zozimus, He Knows No Fear, 66/1 Takeachancejimmy 2020 - 1st Sonnyboyliston 2nd Finans Bay 3rd Helvic Dream (2 min. 9.8 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT MIRANN was fancied to give a strong account on his latest outing in the Ebor at York when not appearing to stay. The five-year-old had been knocking on the door prior to that outing, including when second here in May, and he is capable of making it back-to-back victories in this contest for Johnny Murtagh. Finans Bay was runner-up in this contest 12 months ago and has been running well in Group 3 company of late, while others to note in this competitive event include Mosala, Max Mayhem and Band of Outlaws.

WIN: MIRANN

DANGER: FINANS BAY

NORTHFIELDS The eight race today honours the great Northfields, (Chestnut 1968, by Northern Dancer – Little Hut, by Occupy), winner of the 1971 Louisiana and Hawthorn Derbies and Kent Stakes, purchased privately in mid-October by the British Bloodstock Agency from John M Olin. The colt was to stand in 1972 at the Dowdstown Stud, Maynooth, Co Kildare. The earner of $195,071 is a half-brother to the champion European miler Habitat and to two other American stakes victors, Hardware and Guest Room.

Principal Irish winners: Northern Treasure – 1976 Irish 2000 Guineas and Blandford Stakes (K Prendergast) North Stoke – 1977 Irish Champion Stakes (John Dunlop) Aviance – 1984 Phoenix Stakes (David O’Brien) Northern View – 1976 Madrid Handicap (Stephen Quirke) Miami Springs – 1978 Tyros Stakes (MA O’Toole) [Sweeney Guide to the Irish Turf] Baptism – 1979 Queen Anne Stakes G1 (Jeremy Tree) North Stoke – 1977 Grand Prix de Bruxelles, Furstenberg-Rennen Oats – 1977 Jockey Club Stakes, Ormonde Stakes (Peter Walwyn) Nanticious – 1977 Ribbledale Stakes G2 (DK Weld)

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Principal English winners:

TODAY’S RACE CONDITIONS FIRST RACE 1.45p.m. The Irish Stallion Farms EBF ‘Bold Lad’ Sprint Handicap of €125,000 (Premier Handicap) (Generously sponsored by the Irish EBF (€25,000)) Winner will receive €75,000 (Penalty Value: €73,750), Second will receive €25,000, Third will receive €12,500, Fourth will receive €6,250, Fifth will receive €3,750, Sixth will receive €2,500. An extended handicap for three years old and upwards that are EBF eligible and that have run three or more times under any Rules of Racing on or before 30th August, 2021, at least one of those runs having been on or after 1st August, 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 6 furlongs. €500 to enter on August 25th, €500 extra if forfeit not declared by September 7th and €250 extra if declared to run. Penalties - (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 7lb extra for each race won. Handicaps calculated 31st August. Weights raised by 1lb. Stalls Centre Of Course. Value to winner: €73750; Second: €25000; Third: €12500; Fourth: €6250; Fifth: €3750; Sixth: €2500.

SEE PAGE 34 FOR THIS RACE SECOND RACE 2.20p.m. The Moyglare ‘’Jewels’’ Blandford Stakes of €175,000 (Group 2) (Generously sponsored by Moyglare Stud) Winner will receive €105,000 (Penalty Value: €103,250), Second will receive €35,000, Third will receive €17,500, Fourth will receive €8,750, Fifth will receive €5,250, Sixth will receive €3,500. For three years old and upwards fillies only. About 1 mile 2 furlongs. €700 to enter on August 4th, €350 extra if forfeit not declared

by August 18th, €700 extra if forfeit not declared by September 7th or €17,500 if entered by September 7th. Weights: 3-y-o 9st 2lbs. 4-y-o and up 9st 8lbs. Penalties - (to count from 1st January, 2021) Winner of a Group 1 race 3lb extra. Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €103250; Second: €35000; Third: €17500; Fourth: €8750; Fifth: €5250; Sixth: €3500.

SEE PAGE 50 FOR THIS RACE THIRD RACE 2.55p.m. The Derrinstown Stud Flying Five Stakes of €300,000 (Group 1) (Generously sponsored by Derrinstown Stud) Winner will receive €180,000 (Penalty Value: €177,000), Second will receive €60,000, Third will receive €30,000, Fourth will receive €15,000, Fifth will receive €9,000, Sixth will receive €6,000. For three years old and upwards. About 5 furlongs. €1,200 to enter on June 23rd or €7,500 if entered on July 28th, €600 extra if forfeit not declared by July 28th, €1,200 extra if forfeit not declared by September 7th or €30,000 if entered by September 7th. Weights: 3-y-o 9st 5lbs; 4-y-o and up 9st 6lbs.

Fillies allowed 3lbs. A BREEDERS’ CUP CHALLENGE RACE Under the Breeders’ Cup ‘Win and You’re In’ Program, the winning horse in this race will automatically earn a start in the 2021 Breeders’ Cup Turf Sprint (G1) Championship Race. Subject to the horse being nominated, Breeders’ Cup will pay all the applicable pre-entry and entry fees for this race or the equivalent amount (US$30,000) should they run in any other race in the Breeders’ Cup World Championships as provided in the ‘Win and You’re In’ Program Rules.

All Breeders’ Cup World Championships International starters will receive a travel allowance in an amount equal to US$40,000. Stalls Centre Of Course. Value to winner: €177000; Second: €60000; Third: €30000; Fourth: €15000; Fifth: €9000; Sixth: €6000.

SEE PAGE 64 FOR THIS RACE FOURTH RACE 3.30p.m. The Moyglare Stud Stakes of €300,000 (Group 1) (Generously sponsored by Moyglare Stud Farm) Winner will receive €180,000 (Penalty Value: €177,000), Second will receive €60,000, Third will receive €30,000, Fourth will receive €15,000, Fifth will receive €9,000, Sixth will receive €6,000. For two years old fillies only. About 7 furlongs. €1,200 to enter on June 23rd or €7,500 if entered on July 28th, €600 extra if forfeit not declared by July 28th, €1,200 extra if forfeit not declared by September 7th or €30,000 if entered by September 7th. Weights: 9st 2lbs. A BREEDERS’ CUP CHALLENGE RACE Under the Breeders’ Cup ‘Win and You’re In’ Program, the winning filly in this race will automatically earn a start in the 2021 Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies Turf (G1) Championship Race. Subject to the horse being nominated, Breeders’ Cup will pay all the applicable pre-entry and entry fees for this race or the equivalent amount (US$30,000) should they run in any other race in the Breeders’ Cup World Championships as provided in the ‘Win and You’re In’ Program Rules. All Breeders’ Cup World Championships International starters will receive a travel allowance in an amount equal to US$40,000. Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €177000; Second: €60000; Third: €30000; Fourth: €15000; Fifth: €9000; Sixth: €6000.

SEE PAGE 88 FOR THIS RACE FIFTH RACE 4.05p.m. The Goffs Vincent O’Brien National Stakes of €300,000 (Group 1) (Generously sponsored by Goffs) Winner will receive €180,000 (Penalty Value: €177,000), Second will receive €60,000, Third will receive €30,000, Fourth will receive €15,000, Fifth will receive €9,000, Sixth will receive €6,000. For two years old colts and fillies only. About 7 furlongs. €1,200 to enter on June 23rd or €7,500 if entered on July 28th, €600 extra if forfeit not declared by July 28th, €1,200 extra if forfeit not declared by September 7th or €30,000 if entered by September 7th. Weights: 9st 5lbs. Fillies allowed 3lbs. Starting from stalls.

Value to winner: €177000; Second: €60000; Third: €30000; Fourth: €15000; Fifth: €9000; Sixth: €6000.

SEE PAGE 100 FOR THIS RACE SIXTH RACE 4.40p.m. The Comer Group International Irish St. Leger of €500,000 (Group 1) (Generously sponsored by Comer Group International) Winner will receive €290,000 (Penalty Value: €285,000), Second will receive €100,000, Third will receive €50,000, Fourth will receive €25,000, Fifth will receive €15,000, Sixth will receive €10,000, Seventh will receive €5,000, Eighth will receive €5,000. For three years old and upwards. About 1 mile 6 furlongs. €1,000 to enter on May 26th or €12,500 if entered on July 28th, €1,000 extra if forfeit not declared by June 23rd, €1,500 extra if forfeit not declared by July 28th, €1,500 extra if forfeit not declared by September 7th or €50,000 if entered by September 7th. Weights: 3-y-o 9st 2lbs; 4-y-o and up 9st 11lbs. Fillies allowed 3lbs. Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €285000; Second: €100000; Third: €50000; Fourth: €25000; Fifth: €15000; Sixth: €10000; Seventh: €5000; Eighth: €5000.

SEE PAGE 108 FOR THIS RACE SEVENTH RACE 5.15p.m. The Tattersalls Ireland Super Auction Sale Stakes of €300,000 (Guaranteed by Tattersalls (Ireland) (Ltd.) Winner will receive €150,000 (Penalty Value: €147,500), Second will receive €60,000, Third will receive €30,000, Fourth will receive €20,000, Fifth will receive €12,500, Sixth will receive €7,500, Seventh will receive €5,000, Eighth will receive €5,000, Ninth will receive €5,000, Tenth will receive €5,000. For two years old only which had been sold or bought in under the hammer at the Tattersalls Ireland September Yearling Sale of 21st and 22nd September, 2020 and had been declared by Tattersalls (Ireland) Ltd. as eligible to be entered and run in accordance with the relevant Conditions of Sale. Yearlings catalogued in the Tattersalls Ireland September Yearling Sale 2020 that were sold or bought in at the Tattersalls Ireland November Flat Foal and Breeding Stock Sale of 16th December 2020 are also eligible to be entered and run in accordance with the relevant Conditions of Sale. Horses which do not have a registered name and have not been Returned In Training with a Licensed Trainer by Wednesday 28th July, 2021 will be automatically struck out of this race.

(Please note for un-named horses trained in Ireland which were foaled in Britain or Ireland an acceptable naming application should be made to HRI by Thursday, 22nd July, 2021 and for all other un-named horses, naming forms should be submitted earlier as the naming process will take longer). About 6 furlongs 63 yards. €750 to enter on February 3rd, €750 extra if forfeit not declared by May 12th, €500 extra if forfeit not declared by July 28th, €500 extra if forfeit not declared by September 7th. Weights: 9st 5lbs. Fillies allowed 5lbs. Penalties - Winner of a race 2lb extra. Of a Listed or a Group race 5lb extra. Allowances - (which are not cumulative) If purchased for not more than €45,000 allowed 2lb; If purchased for not more than €30,000 allowed 4lb. If purchased for not more than €15,000 allowed 6lb. Conversion Rate To Euro (For Horses Purchased in Great Britain) 2020 British Pound €1.18. In order to facilitate those people wishing to make entries for this race, the Directors of the I.H.R.B., using their powers under Rule 22, have suspended the appropriate paragraphs of the following Rules, Rule 103 (i), 106, 121, 122 and 194 (ii)(c). HRI Directive 10 is suspended for the purpose of this race. Should it be necessary to reduce the declared runners to the maximum runners, or to such lesser number that the Stewards may decide, runners will be reduced by the elimination of those horses which have not run. If further elimination is required the field will be reduced by the elimination of the horses that, in the opinion of the Handicappers, have the lowest adjusted ratings (having regard to the applicable sex allowance). International performances will be taken into account. The latest date for calculation of ratings is 10 a.m. on Tuesday, 7th September, 2021. The final two forfeit fees will be refunded to the owners of those horses that are eliminated from this race. Stalls Centre Of Course. Value to winner: €147500; Second: €60000; Third: €30000; Fourth: €20000; Fifth: €12500; Sixth: €7500; Seventh: €5000; Eighth: €5000; Ninth: €5000; Tenth:€5000.

SEE PAGE 116 FOR THIS RACE EIGHTH RACE 5.45p.m. The Irish Stallion Farms EBF ‘Northfields’ Handicap of €125,000 (Premier Handicap) (Generously sponsored by the Irish EBF (€25,000)) Winner will receive €75,000 (Penalty Value: €73,750), Second will receive €25,000, Third will receive €12,500, Fourth will receive €6,250, Fifth will receive €3,750, Sixth will receive €2,500. An extended handicap for three years old and upwards that are EBF eligible and that have run at least three times under any Rules of Racing on or before 30th August, 2021, at least one of those runs having been on or after 1st August, 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 2 furlongs. €500 to enter on August 25th, €500 extra if forfeit not declared by September 7th, and €250 extra if declared to run. Penalties - (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 7lb extra for each race won. Handicaps calculated 31st August. Weights raised by 1lb. Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €73750; Second: €25000; Third: €12500; Fourth: €6250; Fifth: €3750; Sixth: €2500.

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