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Day 2 - 13 September 2026

IT ALL COMES DOWN TO THIS

Featuring

The Comer Group International Irish St Leger G1 The Moyglare Stud Stakes G1 The Goffs Vincent O’Brien National Stakes G1 The BAR 1 Betting Flying Five Stakes G1

€5 OFFICIAL RACE PROGRAMME

You are most welcome elcome to the historic his Curragh Racecourse, the or day two of Irish I perfect venue for Champions Festival. o Flat racing, home to all five Irish This is the renowned home of o those, the Group 1 Comer Group Classic races. The last of L International Irish St Leger, is the most valuable event on today’s car eight-race card. oday the Curr Today Curragh is the focus of the racing world as it, uniquely for Ireland, stages four consecutive Group 1 races. There are very few meetings anywhere that can offer so many elite races in such a short period of time. They will range from the sprint of the Bar 1 Betting Flying Five Stakes to the long-distance Comer Group International Irish St Leger. The very best juvenile fillies and colts, next season’s Classic contenders, are catered for in the Moyglare Stud Stakes and Goffs Vincent O’Brien National Stakes respectively. The four Group 1 races will be showcased globally via our World Pool partners, facilitating racing fans and Tote customers to bet into commingled pools with the opportunity for unequalled value. We are all most grateful to our race sponsors over both days of Irish Champions Festival, and to the owners of runners across the weekend. Those owners, their trainers and their jockeys give us all so much to look forward to in each of the eight races this afternoon, and I wish them all the very best of luck. To our international guests, welcome to the Curragh. Today promises so much, and I do hope that you all have a most memorable time.

Suzanne Eade Chief Executive, Horse Racing Ireland

OFFICIALS SUNDAY 13TH SEPTEMBER Under the Rules of Racing The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board is responsible for the integrity of Irish Racing. RECEIVER OF ENTRIES: Horse Racing Ireland, Ballymany, The Curragh, Co. Kildare. STAKEHOLDER: Horse Racing Ireland

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

MEDICAL OFFICERS: Dr Jennifer Pugh Dr Matthew Fay Dr Adrian McGoldrick Dr Bernard Healy Dr Dermot Nolan

Officials are officiating at today’s race

VETERINARY OFFICERS: Mr Vincent O’Connor Mr Joe O’Donnell Mr John Byrne Mr Mark MacRedmond Mr Tom Austin Mr Pat O’Sullivan

Mr. Laurence McFerran

FARRIERS: Eamon Behan Sean Kelly Evan Halford No card authentic unless signed by the Clerk of the Course.

meeting: STEWARDS ON DUTY: Mr. Charles C. Cunningham Mr. N.B. Wachman

Mr. Martin P. O’Donnell Mr. L. Walsh CLERK OF THE COURSE: Mr. P.F. Graffin CLERK OF THE SCALES: Ms. P. Hassett STARTER: Mr. J.R. Banahan JUDGE: Mr. D. Cullen HANDICAPPERS Mr. G. O’Gorman & Mr. M. Bird STEWARDS SECRETARIES

CLERK OF THE COURSE: Mr. P.F. Graffin

Mr. P. Deegan & Mr. A. Ring MEDICAL OFFICER: Dr. J. Pugh

For information and all the latest news, visit:

Dr. L. Hillyer M.R.C.V.S. & Mr. A. Tyrrell M.R.C.V.S.

www.curragh.ie

Ms. C.S. Murphy, Mr. D.J. Condell & Mr. J. Casey

VETERINARY OFFICERS: VETERINARY ASSISTANTS:

TODAY’S CONTENTS HRI Welcome

Today’s Officials

Today’s Schedule

Find Your Way

06-07

Raceday Dining

08-09

Around The Paddock

General Information

Trackfacts

How to Read Your Racecard

Parade of Champions

Kildare Pony Club

1.45 - The The Irish Stallion Farms EBF ‘Bold Lad’ Sprint Handicap

24-28

2.15 - The Tattersalls Ireland Super Auction Sale Stakes

34-36

The Moyglare Stud Stakes - Fact File

38-39

2.50 - The Moyglare Stud Stakes (Group 1)

42-43

The BAR 1 Betting Flying Five Stakes - Fact File

44-45

3.25 - The The Bar One Flying Five Stakes (Group 1)

48-51

The Goffs Vincent O’ Brien National Stakes - Fact File

52-53

Vincent O’Brien - Honouring a true legend of the turf

4.00 - The Goffs Vincent O’Brien National Stakes (Group 1)

56-57

The Comer Group Irish St Leger - Fact File

52-53

4.35 - The Comer Group International Irish St. Leger (Group 1)

62-64

Comer Group International Irish St Leger Pedigrees

63-65

5.10 - The Moyglare ‘’Jewels’’ Blandford Stakes (Group 2)

70-71

5.45 - The Irish Stallion Farms EBF Northﬁelds Handicap

74-75

Race Conditions

THE CURRAGH 13 T H SEPTEMBER

RACE SCHEDULE 1.45pm 2.15pm 2.50pm 3.25pm 4.00pm 4.35pm 5.10pm 5.45pm

Irish Stallion Farms Bold Lad EBF Premier Handicap Tattersalls Ireland Super Auction Sales Stakes Moyglare Stud Stakes (Group 1) BAR 1 Betting Flying Five Stakes (Group 1) Goffs Vincent O’Brien National Stakes (Group 1) Comer Group International Irish St Leger (Group 1) Classic Moyglare “Jewels” Blandford Stakes (Group 2) Irish Stallion Farms Northfields EBF Premier Handicap

STYLE SCHEDULE

Kindly supported by The Grace, Westport Estate.

11.30am - 1.30pm

Grace & Glory Style Seeking Main Entrance

2.00pm -2.45pm

Style Ceremony Schweppes Lounge

ACTIVITIES SCHEDULE 1.00pm - 4.30pm

Meet The Racehorse - Korbous Behind Queen’s Room

RACE Simulator Behind Queen’s Room

Trophy Display featuring today’s Group 1 Trophies Information Desk, Grandstand

Spin The Wheel, Facepainters & More! Moyglare Kids Zone

BAR 1 Betting 360 Camera Booth Champions Hall

2.20pm

Parade of Champions - see pages 17 for details. Parade Ring

Between Races

Conversations with Robbie Irwin Champions Hall Stage

4:10pm

Irish St Leger Pageantry Parade Ring

MUSIC SCHEDULE Welcome Music

Ceili Cottage Champions Hall

Between Races

DJ Lance West Tattersalls Champagne Terrace & Champagne Bar

Rolling Tones Vinyl Van Paddock Bar

Electric Violin Collective Irish St Leger Pageantry - Parade Ring

Nitetrain Lilywhites Lounge

BARS CLOSE 7PM, VENUE CLOSES 7.30PM

RACE DAY DINING From Elegant Experiences to Casual Favourites

Walk-In Dining

Enhance your raceday at the Curragh with a range of dining experiences to suit every occasion - from elegant restaurants and private hospitality to relaxed cafés and family-friendly favourites throughout the day.

LILYWHITES LOUNGE

SHODA CAFÉ

SECOND FLOOR

GROUND FLOOR OF THE QUEENS ROOM

Take in one of the best views of the track while enjoying a traditional Ploughman’s Plate or a selection of freshly prepared chef’s sandwiches.

Enjoy the famous Queen’s View overlooking the Parade Ring while relaxing with tea, coffee, toasties and sweet treats.

FOODHALL

ATRIUM CAFÉ

GROUND FLOOR CHAMPIONS HALL

Hearty, great-value meals for the whole family, with classic favourites and dedicated kids’ options - perfect for a relaxed bite during the day.

Freshly prepared sandwiches, cakes, and a selection of tea, coffee and soft drinksideal for a quick and tasty stop between races. Proudly serving award winning Velo Coffee.

CHAMPAGNE BAR FIRST FLOOR

Perfect for a stylish raceday treat, the Champagne Bar welcomes walk-ins and offers everything from elegant afternoon tea to creative street-food flights.

ORBY’S BY LUCY MAIN ENTRANCE

Pre-Booking Essential

A raceday favourite for breakfast, brunch or lunch, serving everything from light bites to hearty dishes with wonderful views of the Parade Ring.

ST. LEGER RESTAURANT

PRIVATE SUITES

THIRD FLOOR

SECOND & THIRD FLOOR

Enjoy one of the Curragh’s most popular raceday dining experiences. Guests can savour a delicious three-course buffet lunch across selected race days, whilst Classic race meetings feature an elegant four-course à la carte menu.

Celebrate in style with a private raceday experience tailored for your occasion. Choose from a relaxed street-food menu, a three-course buffet lunch, or a refined four-course à la carte menu, all delivered with exceptional service and spectacular racing views.

Pre-booking is essential.

For hospitality bookings on future race days visit curragh.ie

Around The Paddock A Simple Guide A bright, alert expression & pricked ears are a good sign

Blinkers and visors keep a horse focused, often a negative because the horse is otherwise not concentrating on the race

A good walk: the hindleg gets well underneath, the hips dip & sway like a super model, the tail base will show the hip

A ﬁt horse is easy to see, very lean & tight

A top-class Group 1 horse carries itself well, the good walk clear in the angle of hindquarters (bottom), large clear eye & ears

Look at the length between the saddle and the hindquarters: the longer the back, usually the further the horse will stay (10f+/ 1¼miles+)

A short-coupled horse, rounder & plumper, is usually a better sprinter (5f/6f/7f)

GENERAL INFORMATION ARE THERE SHUTTLE BUSES AVAILABLE FROM KILDARE AND/OR NEWBRIDGE? YES, WE HAVE A DEDICATED COMPLIMENTARY BUS SERVICE WHICH RUNS ON MOST RACE DAYS THROUGHOUT 2026 THE BUSES, PROVIDED BY FOSTERS, SERVE KILDARE AND NEWBRIDGE TOWNS AND TRAIN STATIONS, ALLOWING RACEGOERS TO ENJOY THEIR DAY OUT AND LEAVE THE CAR AT HOME. PLEASE VISIT THE TRANSPORT PAGE OF OUR WEBSITE FOR UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION ON TIMINGS AND PICK UP POINTS, AS THESE ARE COORDINATED ACCORDING TO THE ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE OF MAIN LINE TRAINS FOR EACH RACE DAY.

IS CASH ACCEPTED? YES, WE TAKE CASH OR CARD THROUGHOUT THE RACECOURSE.

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

WILL YOU BE SHOWING OTHER SPORTS ON THE SCREENS? WE ALWAYS LOOK TO SHOW A SELECTION OF KEY SPORTS FIXTURES FEATURING ON THE DAY.

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

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

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

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

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

IRISH CHAMPIONS FESTIVAL THE BAR 1 BETTING FLYING FIVE STAKES (GROUP 1) 2018

HAVANA GREY

RICHARD KINGSCOTE KARL BURKE

2019

FAIRYLAND

RYAN MOORE

AIDAN O’BRIEN

2020

GLASS SLIPPERS

TOM EAVES

KEVIN RYAN

2021

ROMANTIC PROPOSAL

CHRIS HAYES

EDWARD LYNAM

2022

HIGHFIELD PRINCESS

JASON HART

JOHN QUINN

2023

MOSS TUCKER

BILLY LEE

KEN CONDON

2024

BRADSELL

HOLLIE DOYLE

ARCHIE WATSON

2025

ARIZONA BLAZE

DAVID EGAN

ADRIAN MURRAY

HAVANA GREY

HIGHFIELD PRINCESS

FAIRYLAND

ROMANTIC PROPOSAL

GLASS SLIPPERS

BRADSELL

MOSS TUCKER

ARIZONA BLAZE

THE MOYGLARE STUD STAKES (GROUP 1) 2018

SKITTER SCATTER

RONAN WHELAN

PATRICK PRENDERGAST

2019

LOVE

RYAN MOORE

AIDAN O’BRIEN

2020 2021 2022 2023

SHALE DISCOVERIES TAHIYRA FALLEN ANGEL

RYAN MOORE SHANE FOLEY CHRIS HAYES DANIEL TUDHOPE

DONNACHA O’BRIEN JESSICA HARRINGTON DERMOT WELD KARL BURKE

2024

LAKE VICTORIA

WAYNE LORDAN

AIDAN O’BRIEN

2025

PRECISE

RONAN WHELAN

AIDAN O’BRIEN

SHALE

DISCOVERIES

LOVE

SKITTER SCATTER

LAKE VICTORIA

TAHIYRA

FALLEN ANGEL

PRECISE

ROLL OF HONOUR THE GOFFS VINCENT O’BRIEN NATIONAL STAKES (GROUP 1) 2018

QUORTO

WILLIAM BUICK

CHARLIE APPLEBY

2019

PINATUBO

WILLIAM BUICK

CHARLIE APPLEBY

2020

THUNDER MOON

DECLAN MCDONOGH JOSEPH O’BRIEN

2021

NATIVE TRAIL

WILLIAM BUICK

CHARLIE APPLEBY

2022

AL RIFFA

JOSEPH O’BRIEN

DYLAN MCMONAGLE

2023

HENRY LONGFELLOW

RYAN MOORE

AIDAN O’BRIEN

2024

SCORTHY CHAMP

DYLAN BROWNE MCMONAGLE JOSEPH O’BRIEN

2025

ZAVATERI

CHARLES BISHOP

QUORTO

PINATUBO

AL RIFFA

HENRY LONGFELLOW

EVE JOHNSON HOUGHTON

THUNDER MOON

NATIVE TRAIL

SCORTHY CHAMP

ZAVATERI

THE COMER GROUP INTERNATIONAL IRISH ST LEGER (GROUP 1) 2018

FLAG OF HONOUR

RYAN MOORE

2019

SEARCH FOR A SONG

CHRIS HAYES

DERMOT WELD

2020

SEARCH FOR A SONG

OISIN ORR

DERMOT WELD

2021

SONNYBOYLISTON

BEN COEN

JOHNNY MURTAGH

2022

KYPRIOS

RYAN MOORE

AIDAN O’BRIEN

2023

ELDAR ELDAROV

DAVID EGAN

ROGER VARIAN

2024

KYPRIOS

RYAN MOORE

AIDAN O’BRIEN

2025

AL RIFFA

DYLAN BROWNE MCMONAGLE JOSEPH O’BRIEN SEARCH FOR A SONG

AIDAN O’BRIEN

SEARCH FOR A SONG

SONNYBOYLISTON

FLAG OF HONOUR

KYPRIOS

ELDAR ELDAROV

AL RIFFA

TRACKFACTS

AND OTHER RACING INFORMATION ABOUT TODAY’S RACES TRACK INFORMATION

1m6f

A right handed horseshoe-shaped track of 2 miles with no sharp bends and a run-in of 3 furlongs. This combined with a steady uphill ﬁnish makes it ideal for the galloping type. The 5 and 6 furlongs contests are run on the straight course.

1m4f

1m2f

1m21/2f

1m2f

1m1f

1m(new)

1m1f 5f Position of 2m, 1m6f and 1m4f starts dependent on which course is in use: Derby (inner horseshoe) or Plate (outer)

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LEADING TRAINERS AT CURRAGH (2020-2026) WITH RUNNERS:

AIDAN O’BRIEN (164 wins from 760 runners, 22%) runs IBELIEVEICANFLY, ALPHA & SUN GODDESS (2.50), BRUSSELS, CHARLES DARWIN & MISSION CENTRAL (3.25), HAFFNER, FLORIDA BAY & GIANT SEQUOIA (4.00), SCANDINAVIA, JAN BRUEGHEL & QUEENSTOWN (4.35), AMADEUS MOZART (5.45). J P O’BRIEN (90 wins from 810 runners, 11%) runs STAR OF STATE (2.15), DANCING DESTINY, GREEN EMPRESS (2.50), FOLSOM BLUES & MONOGRAM (4.00), TENNESSEE STUD, LEINSTER & TRUSTYOURINSTINCT (4.35), SNAPRETEND, WEMIGHTAKEDLONGWAY & THUNDERING ON (5.10), SUMMER IS TOMORROW, ADELAIDE RIVER, ALPHONSUS LIGUORI &SKY CAPTAIN (5.45). J P MURTAGH (44 wins from 472 runners, 9%) runs CHICAGO POPE (1.45), SAPPHIRE SUN (2.15), SHAOOL (5.10), FIXATION and RETRACEMENT (5.45). G M LYONS (39 wins from 310 runners, 13%) runs AMIATA and OCEAN’S BREATH (1.45), RED LETTER (5.10). MRS J HARRINGTON (38 wins from 519 runners, 7%) runs SWITCHING SIDES (2.15), IRON FIST (5.45).

TRAINERS IN FORM - MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

T EASTERBY (16 wins from 94 runners, 17%) runs ARGENTINE TANGO (3.25). W HAGGAS (14 wins from 58 runners, 24%) runs ARABIAN FORCE (4.35), LILT (5.10), HIGH DEGREE (5.45). J & T GOSDEN (10 wins from 30 runners, 33%) runs SYMBOL OF MAJESTY (5.10). K R BURKE (10 wins from 38 runners, 26%) runs MEHMAS STAR and TEN CLARETS (2.15), NIGHT RAIDER (3.25). R BECKETT (9 wins from 47 runners, 19%) runs STARLUST (3.25).

LEADING JOCKEYS AT CURRAGH (2020-2026) WITH RIDES:

COLIN KEANE (73 wins from 552 rides, 13%) rides ALPE D’HUEZ (2.15), GAZELLE D’OR (3.25). BILLY LEE (63 wins from 523 rides, 12%) rides THE HIGHWAY RAT (1.45), TEN CLARETS (2.15), BIG GOSSEY (3.25), TREAN (4.00), RIBEE (5.45). WAYNE LORDAN (42 wins from 409 rides, 10%) rides DMANIAC (1.45), ATLANTIC BRIDGE (2.15), KAI LUNG (5.45). CHRIS HAYES (40 wins from 527 rides, 8%) rides SIR LES PATTERSON (1.45), PORTO VECCHIO (4.00), APERCU (5.45). SHANE FOLEY (36 wins from 485 rides, 7%) rides BEAR ON THE RUN (1.45), SWITCHING SIDES (2.15), IRON FIST (5.45).

JOCKEYS IN FORM - MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

ROSSA RYAN (14 wins from 73 rides, 19%) rides STARLUST (3.25). BILLY LOUGHNANE (13 wins from 75 rides, 17%) rides LORD RAGNAR (2.15), COMANCHE BRAVE (3.25). DAVID EGAN (11 wins from 54 rides, 20%) rides TREASURER (2.15), CONTROLLA (2.50), IPANEMA QUEEN (3.25), SPICY MARGARITA (5.10). JASON HART (10 wins from 48 rides, 21%) rides JM JUNGLE (3.25). TOM MARQUAND (10 wins from 60 rides, 17%) rides COUL ANGEL (1.45), SPICY MARG (3.25), ARABIAN FORCE (4.35), LILT (5.10), HIGH DEGREE (5.45). NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 11th September.

HOW TO READ YOUR RACECARD 1

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Br B f Sioux Nation (USA) - Etoile Bleu (Starspangledbanner (AUS)) A P O’Brien T HR Handicap Rating 103 D Smith,Mrs J Magnier,M Tabor,Westerberg O F 2121 Owenstown Bloodstock Ltd B

Successful twice at 6f on good to firm firm and good ground. Won on her latest outing when 2-7fav over this course and distance (good to fifirm) rm) in June, beating Green Empress by 3/4l. Star Rating 5 Career Record 4 runs, 2 wins, 2 places Win Earnings €91,295.00 Days Since Last Run 43

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

Owner’s Silks (illustration)

Saddle Cloth Number

Horse Name

Number of days since last ran

Age

(kgs)

Draw

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

Sire (Father)

Dam (Mother)

Form

Previous Performances

Form Comment

Breeding

Handicap Rating

Trainer

Owner

Breeder

Jockey

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.

COME AND COME AND JOIN JOIN US US BEYOND BEYOND THE THE RACETRACK RACETRACK

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TREO EILE PARADE IN ASSOCIATION WITH MOYGLARE STUD The Parade of Champions, in association with Treo Eile and sponsored by Moyglare Stud, will feature a star-studded line-up today

CAPTAIN GUINNESS

Winner of the prestigious 2024 Queen Mother Champion Chase at the Cheltenham Festival. The gelding amassed seven career wins, including ﬁve graded victories, and earned €821,652 in prize-money over 33 races. He has commenced his second career with Kildare rider Alice Curley, with the 2027 Dublin Horse Show as their main goal. Captain Guinness will be ridden today by Alice Curley.

NATIVE RIVER

Native River was one of the leading staying chasers of his generation, winning 14 of 32 starts and more than £1 million, including the 2018 Cheltenham Gold Cup, 2017 Hennessy Gold Cup and Welsh Grand National. He has since enjoyed a successful second career in the showing ring with Emily MacMahon, winning the Tattersalls Ireland Treo Eile Showing Pathway Series Final at Iverk in 2025 and again in 2026, as well as achieving success at Dublin Horse Show and other major shows. Native River will be ridden today by Emily MacMahon

HURRICANE IVOR

SONNYBOYLISTON

Hurricane Ivor enjoyed a successful racing career, winning eight races on the Flat, including three victories for trainer Jessica Harrington and a Group 3 success in the 2021 Dubai International Airport World Trophy at Newbury. He has quickly made his mark in the showing ring with Kate Harrington. He won the novice section of the Tattersalls Ireland Treo Eile Showing Pathway Series qualifier at Clonmel on his showing debut, before finishing fifth in the Novice Final at the Tattersalls Ireland July Show and third in the Racehorse to Riding Horse class at the 2026 Dublin Horse Show.Hurricane Ivor will be ridden today by Tara Hayes.

Sonnyboyliston enjoyed a stellar career on the Flat, winning six of his 14 starts and more than £660,000 in prize money for trainer Johnny Murtagh, highlighted by a breakthrough 2021 campaign that yielded the Listed Martin Molony Stakes at Limerick, the Ebor Handicap at York and the Group 1 Comer Group International Irish St Leger at the Curragh. He debuted in the show ring at the Cork Summer Show in June, followed by the Charleville Show. Sonnyboyliston will be ridden today by Abbie Fitzgibbon

ICE COLD IN ALEX

Owned by Charlotte Nolan, Ice Cold In Alex ran 72 times over nine years in training with Ken Condon, gathering more than €170,000 in prize money, with Premier Handicaps at the Curragh proving his happy hunting ground. Since retiring, he has taken to the show ring with Stephanie Moore, winning the Open section of the Tattersalls Ireland Treo Eile Showing Pathway Series qualiﬁer at Clonmel Show in 2026 and earning his ticket to the Dublin Horse Show. Ice Cool In Alex will be ridden today by Stephanie Moore

CELEBRATING in association

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Congratulations to some of our winning owners from our Pat Smullen Raceday. It was a pleasure to celebrate with you!

ARTIST OF THE CURRAGH GOFFS MILLION DAY | SATURDAY 26 T H SEPT

The Curragh is delighted to launch the 2026–2027 Artist of the Curragh Competition, inviting artists from across County Kildare to take part. Artists are invited to submit a piece of their work, together with a brief outline of no more than 100 words explaining why they would like to be considered for the competition. Five finalists will be selected and invited to The Curragh on Goffs Million Race Day, Saturday 26 September, where they will create their own interpretation of a Curragh race day scene. The overall winner, selected by The Curragh Racecourse, will receive a €1,500 commission to create a piece of artwork which will be displayed at The Curragh throughout 2027. Please submit your expression of interest by Wednesday, 16 September to rnorton@curragh.ie, with “Artist of the Curragh” in the subject line.

KILDARE PONY CLUB 2026 has been a very successful year for KHPC with teams winning and placing top 3 in all national disciplines. The facilities and training that KHPC have access to, give our members the best opportunities to be successful in whatever area they choose. In June our minimus team were 3rd at the National Minimus Championships. In July our Senior Dressage Riders won the Pure Dressage Team competition, and our Junior Show jumpers won the Robbie Bailey Cup at the Festival in Barnadown. In August our senior Games team were 3rd in the RDS while our Intermediate Eventing Team won their category at the eventing Championships in Tattersalls. Pony Club Camp is still the highlight of the year for the 150 children that make Punchestown their hang out for the first week of the summer holidays. The Kildare Hunt Pony club, with a membership of over 200 children, also provide training towards Pony Club proficiency tests that take our members from basic riding skills in the D test through a series of test levels up to advanced riding, instructing, and equestrian management skills in the A test. Through all the events and rallies our members learn a variety of life skills and make lifelong friendships.

The Curragh is delighted to welcome members of the Kildare Pony Club who will be our ambassadors for the Comer Group International Irish St Leger. Harry Hillman

Gemma Rose Walsh

Emily Condon

Jack McCann

Adele Geoghegan

Olivia Condon

Harry McCormack

Annalouise Traynor

Erin Dowling

Christopher Pugh

Isla Cox 21

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FIRST RACE 1.45P.M. THE IRISH STALLION FARMS EBF BOLD LAD SPRINT HANDICAP OF €150,000 (PREMIER HANDICAP)

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

Stalls centre of course. Handicaps calculated 1st September. Value to winner: €88350; Second: €30000; Third: €15000; Fourth: €7500; Fifth: €4500; Sixth: €3000.

(For Race Conditions see page 78)

RACE ONE

Br Breeding

B Breeder

O Owner

Horse

SONDAD (GB)

F Form

J Jockey

(Visor)

Br B g Washington DC - Penny Garcia (GB) (Indesatchel) J Joanna Mason

T Trainer

HR Handicap Rating 109 F 019171

HR Handicap Rating Age

st-lb

(lbs)

Draw

10-4

(144)

(7)

Michael & David Easterby (in GB) T Mr G Routledge Racing O Mr J Bowers B

Winner of seven races at 6f on ground varying from good to ﬁrm to soft and on the all-weather. A winner at 17-2 at York over 6f (good to soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Far Above Dream by a nose. Has won 3 times this season. Star Rating HHHH Career Record 19 runs, 7 wins, 4 places Win Earnings €251,231.00 Days Since Last Run 22

Joanna Mason 9.12 (V) won ns 1L from Far Above Dream 9.7 and Coul Angel 9.2 YORK 22 AUG 20rn hcp 6f Gd /Sft 1min 11.5sec Joanna Mason 9.8 (V) 2L 7th of 27 to Evening Saigon 9.0 GOODWOOD 1 AUG hcp 6f Gd /Frm 9/2Fav HR98 Joanna Mason 9.10 (V) won 1/2L 3L from Dark Thirty 9.9 and Genesis 8.7 here 18 JUL 20rn Ext hcp 6f 63yds Gd/Frm 1min 13.7sec

DARK THIRTY

Br B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Beach Wedding (Footstepsinthesand (GB)) J Sam Coen (5)

HR Handicap Rating 100 F 021200

9-9

(135) (16)

John & Sean Quinn (in GB) T Dark Thirty Partners O Lynn Lodge Stud B

Has won eight races from 6f to 7f on good to ﬁrm and good ground. Beaten 11l behind Air Force One at 14-1 when 14th of 21 on his latest outing at York over 5f (good) last month. Has won at Chester and York this season. Star Rating HH Career Record 42 runs, 8 wins, 7 places Win Earnings €135,209.20 Days Since Last Run 25

Jason Hart 9.8 11L 14th of 21 to Air Force One 8.13 YORK 19 AUG hcp 5f 89yds Gd Jason Hart 9.0 4L 13th of 27 to Evening Saigon 9.0 GOODWOOD 1 AUG hcp 6f Gd /Frm 11/2 HR97 Jason Hart 9.9 1/2L 2nd to Sondad (GB) 9.10 here 18 JUL 20rn Ext hcp 6f 63yds Gd/Frm

TANGO FLARE

(V,T)

Br B g Fulbright (GB) - Magadar (USA) (Lujain (USA)) J Luke McAteer

9-7

(133) (26)

Patrick T Foley T R J McSharry O Kilnamoragh Stud B

HR Handicap Rating 98 F 2-90120

Winner of ﬁve races at 6f on good and yielding ground. Beaten 16l behind Sondad at 22-1 when 19th of 20 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to ﬁrm) in July. Star Rating HH

Career Record 29 runs, 5 wins, 5 places Win Earnings €135,088.00 Days Since Last Run 57

22/1 HR101 Luke McAteer 9.13 (V) (TS) 15L 19th of 20 to Sondad (GB) 9.10 here 18 JUL Ext hcp 6f 63yds Gd/Frm 10/1 HR98 Luke McAteer 9.7 (V) 3/4L 2nd to Big Gossey 9.10 here 28 JUN 9rn Listed 6f Gd 4/1 HR96 Luke McAteer 9.13 (V) won s/hd 1/2L from Gazelle D’or 9.8 and Little Queenie 9.1 FAIR 5 JUN 7rn 6f Gd 1min 12.7sec

COUL ANGEL

Br B g Coulsty - Iamnoangel (Dark Angel) J Tom Marquand

9-4

(130) (19)

Michael Appleby (in GB) T RP Racing Ltd O James Waldron B

HR Handicap Rating 95 F 262623

Winner of ﬁve races at 6f on good ground and on the all-weather. Third of 20 behind Sondad beaten 1 1/4l at 16-1 on his latest outing at York over 6f (good to soft) last month. Star Rating HHHHH Career Record 23 runs, 5 wins, 9 places Win Earnings €41,093.10 Days Since Last Run 22

Saffie Osborne 9.2 ns 1L 3rd to Sondad (GB) 9.12 YORK 22 AUG 20rn hcp 6f Gd /Sft Clifford Lee 9.4 1/2L 2nd to Stratusnine 9.7 YORK 25 JUL 21rn hcp (0-105)6f Gd /Frm Robert Havlin 10.0 4L 6th of 11 to Amazing Journey 9.2 ASCOT 10 JUL hcp (76-95)6f Gd /Frm

KEKE (GB)

(TStrap)

Br B g Dandy Man - Destieux (Rip Van Winkle)

9-4

(130)

(1)

Edward Lynam T Wood Hall Stud Limited O Wood Hall Stud B

HR Handicap Rating 95 J Reese Holohan (7) F 351444

Has won eight races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to ﬁrm to heavy. Finished 1 3/4l behind Bear On The Run when fourth of 10 at 10-3fav on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month. Star Rating HHH Career Record 27 runs, 8 wins, 7 places Win Earnings €150,698.00 Days Since Last Run 22

100/30Fav HR99 Billy Lee 10.0 (TS) 3/4L s/hd 3/4L 4th to Bear On The Run 8.13 here 22 AUG 10rn Ext hcp 6f Gd 7/1 HR100 Billy Lee 9.7 (TS) 1 1/2L s/hd ns 4th to Suzie Songs 8.10 CK 14 AUG 11rn Listed 7f Gd 20/1 HR102 Billy Lee 10.0 (TS) 1/2L 3L 3/4L 4th to Sondad (GB) 9.10 here 18 JUL 20rn Ext hcp 6f 63yds Gd/Frm

UNIQUE JOURNEY

(CPiece)

9-4

(130)

(8)

Br B g Caravaggio (USA) - Surround (Iffraaj (GB))

J Ben Coen

Daniel James Murphy T HR Handicap Rating 95 N W T Dalzell & James Morgan & Karl Kirwan & Mrs John Murphy O F 11-2402 Epona Bloodstock Ltd B

He has won three times at 6f on ground varying from good - yielding to soft - heavy. Beaten 1 3/4l by Dunum when second of 14 at 28-1 on his latest outing at Galway over 7f (yielding) last month. Star Rating HHH Career Record 16 runs, 3 wins, 5 places Win Earnings €43,660.00 Days Since Last Run 42

28/1 HR96 Terry Casey 9.1 (CP) 1 3/4L 2nd to Dunum 9.8 GAL 2 AUG 14rn Ext hcp 7f Yld 10/1 HR98 Colin Keane 9.13 (CP) 6 1/2L 21st of 22 to Headmaster (GB) 9.1 here 23 MAY Ext hcp 6f Gd 10/1 HR98 Shane Foley 9.9 (CP) 3 1/4L nk 2 1/4L 4th to Navassa Island 9.4 CK 4 APR 10rn Listed 6f Sft 24

TOYOTOMI (FR)

Br B g Blue Point - Tribune (FR) (Grand Slam (USA)) J Daniel Tudhope

9-3

(129) (12)

David O’Meara (in GB) T Jinky Farms O Ecurie Des Monceaux B

HR Handicap Rating 94 F 563106

Winner of ﬁve races from 5f to 1m on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. Finished 2 3/4l behind Flash Harry when sixth of 10 at 9-1 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 6f (soft) last month. Star Rating HH

THE HIGHWAY RAT

(Blinkers)

Br B g Dandy Man - Suzette de Bavay (Whipper (USA)) J Billy Lee

9-2

(128) (20)

A Oliver T Mrs S M L Oliver O Honeypig Stud B

HR Handicap Rating 93 F 6-62609

Winner of seven races from 5f to 7f on good and yielding ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 3 1/2l behind Rosie Frith at 12-1 when 9th of 12 on his latest outing here over 5f (good to ﬁrm) last month. Star Rating HH Career Record 38 runs, 7 wins, 10 places Win Earnings €88,795.00 Days Since Last Run 35

12/1 HR98 Billy Lee 10.0 (BK) 3 3/4L 9th of 12 to Rosie Frith 9.5 here 9 AUG Ext hcp 5f Gd/Frm 33/1 HR99 Sam Coen 9.6 (V) 11L 15th of 20 to Sondad (GB) 9.10 here 18 JUL Ext hcp 6f 63yds Gd/Frm 9/2Fav HR99 Billy Lee 9.13 (BK) 2 1/2L 6th of 9 to Kerdos 9.0 DUN 12 JUL hcp 5f Std

THUNDERBEAR

(C,T)

9-2

(128) (21)

Br B g Kodi Bear - Speronella (GB) (Raven’s Pass (USA))

J Jack Kearney (3)

Stephen Thorne T HR Handicap Rating 93 Liam Ferguson/Simon Murphy/Park Ave Syndicate/Yorkavenue Syndicate O F 14-6003 Killarkin Stud B

Winner of ﬁve races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to heavy. Third of 8 behind Moltophino beaten 5l at 17-2 on his latest outing at Navan over 5f (good) earlier this month. Star Rating HH Career Record 38 runs, 5 wins, 7 places Win Earnings €95,319.40 Days Since Last Run 8

17/2 HR93 Jack Kearney 9.7 (CP) 3/4L 4L 3rd to Moltophino 8.7 NAV 5 SEP 8rn hcp 5f Gd James J. G. Ryan 9.2 11L 23rd of 27 to Double Rush 9.9 ASCOT 20 JUN hcp (0-110)6f Gd /Frm 33/1 HR102 James Ryan 9.12 (CP) 5L 11th of 15 to Mission Central 9.2 NAAS 27 APR Listed 5f Gd

ROSIE FRITH

Br B f Cotai Glory (GB) - Mary Frith (GB) (Acclamation (GB)) J Paddy Harnett (3)

9-0

(126) (10)

Patrick Magee T Kathmag Syndicate O Sean & Vanessa Mahon B

HR Handicap Rating 93 F 801441

She has won four times at 5f on good to ﬁrm and good ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 11-2 here over 5f (good to ﬁrm) on her latest outing last month, beating Genesis by 3/4l. Star Rating HHH Career Record 14 runs, 4 wins, 2 places Win Earnings €51,865.00 Days Since Last Run 35

11/2 HR92 Colin Keane 9.5 won 3/4L nk from Genesis 8.10 and Cuban Grey (GB) 8.9 here 9 AUG 12rn Ext hcp 5f Gd/Frm 57.2sec 6/1 HR93 Colin Keane 9.3 s/hd nk 3/4L 4th to Ipanema Queen 9.2 CK 24 JUL 11rn Ext hcp 5f Gd/Frm 5/1 HR93 Dylan Browne McMonagle 9.2 1/2L hd 1 1/4L 4th to Kerdos 9.0 DUN 12 JUL 9rn hcp 5f Std

STRIKE RED

Br B g Dark Angel - Capulet Monteque (Camacho) J Seamie Heffernan

9-0

(126) (13)

Richard & Peter Fahey (in GB) T Peter Timmins O Yeomanstown Stud B

HR Handicap Rating 91 F 074217

Has won ten races at 6f on ground varying from good to ﬁrm to soft and on the all-weather. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Flash Harry at 8-1 when seventh of 10 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 6f (soft) last month. Has won at Hamilton and Leicester this season. Star Rating HH Career Record 60 runs, 10 wins, 8 places Win Earnings €307,678.20 Days Since Last Run 14

Billy Garritty 9.4 4L 7th of 10 to Flash Harry (GB) 9.7 GOODWOOD 30 AUG hcp (86-105)6f Sft Billy Garritty 9.5 won ns 1 3/4L from Ferrous 10.0 and Jordan Electrics (GB) 8.10 HAMILTON PARK 17 JUL 7rn hcp (81-100)6f 6yds Gd /Frm 1min 9sec Warren Fentiman 8.10 3/4L 2nd to Tuco Salamanca 9.10 NEWCASTLE 27 JUN 14rn hcp (86-105)6f AWT

HEADMASTER (GB)

(TStrap)

8-12

Br Ch g Dubawi - One Master (GB) (Fastnet Rock (AUS)) J J M Sheridan

(124) (11)

Edward Lynam T John Lynam O Lael Stables B

HR Handicap Rating 89 F 1-71200

He has won three times from 6f to 7f on good and soft ground. Beaten 4l behind Rosie Frith at 9-2 when 10th of 12 on his latest outing here over 5f (good to ﬁrm) last month. Star Rating HH Career Record 12 runs, 3 wins, 3 places Win Earnings €50,594.50 Days Since Last Run 35

9/2 HR93 Dylan Browne McMonagle 9.9 (TS) 3 3/4L 10th of 12 to Rosie Frith 9.5 here 9 AUG Ext hcp 5f Gd/Frm 7/1 HR94 Dylan Browne McMonagle 9.6 (TS) 12L 17th of 20 to Sondad (GB) 9.10 here 18 JUL Ext hcp 6f 63yds Gd/Frm 5/1Fav HR91 Dylan Browne McMonagle 9.0 (TS) 1 3/4L 2nd to Gleneagle Bay 8.12 CK 14 JUN 15rn Ext hcp 7f Gd

DARK ACE

8-11

(123)

(5)

Br B g Soldier’s Call (GB) - Likewise (Bushranger) J Adam Caffrey

HR Handicap Rating 88 F 133001

Adrian McGuinness T J Fairhurst & Damian McCann & Cyril McMullan O Lissglen Bloodstock B

Winner of six races from 5f to 6f on soft ground and on the all-weather. Won on his latest outing when 7-2fav at Dundalk over 6f last month, beating All The Girls by 1 3/4l. Star Rating HHH Career Record 21 runs, 6 wins, 4 places Win Earnings €105,558.20 Days Since Last Run 29

7/2Fav HR91 Adam Caffrey 9.5 won 1 3/4L nk from All The Girls 8.4 and Sir Les Patterson (GB) 10.0 DUN 15 AUG 12rn hcp 6f Std 1min 11sec 25/1 HR92 J.M. Sheridan 9.4 7 3/4L 12th of 14 to Dunum 9.8 GAL 2 AUG Ext hcp 7f Yld 17/2 HR93 Adam Caffrey 9.5 6L 10th of 20 to Sondad (GB) 9.10 here 18 JUL Ext hcp 6f 63yds Gd/Frm 25

RACE ONE

Career Record 26 runs, 5 wins, 5 places Win Earnings €73,212.60 Days Since Last Run 14

Daniel Tudhope 9.7 3L 6th of 10 to Flash Harry (GB) 9.7 GOODWOOD 30 AUG hcp (86-105)6f Sft Daniel Tudhope 9.1 9L 19th of 27 to Double Rush 9.9 ASCOT 20 JUN hcp (0-110)6f Gd /Frm Daniel Tudhope 9.11 won nk nk from Sudden Flight (GB) 9.4 and Fleetwater (GB) 9.1 GOODWOOD 7 JUN 7rn hcp (71-90)6f Sft 1min 13.9sec

FIRST RACE 1.45P.M. 14

BEAR ON THE RUN

8-10

(122) (14)

Br B f Kodi Bear - Alice Thornton (GB) (Hurricane Run)

J Shane Foley

Daniel James Murphy T HR Handicap Rating 89 Kildare Racing Syndicate/Kilmichael Racing Syndicate O F 51-1 Kildare Racing Syndicate B

Winner of ﬁve races from 6f to 7f on the all-weather. Third of 12 behind Dark Ace beaten 2l at 4-1 on his latest outing at Dundalk over 6f last month. Star Rating HHH

RACE ONE

Career Record 3 runs, 2 wins, 0 places Win Earnings €32,415.00 Days Since Last Run 22

14/1 HR87 Dylan Browne McMonagle 8.13 won 3/4L s/hd from Moltophino 8.8 and Genesis 8.9 here 22 AUG 10rn Ext hcp 6f Gd 1min 10.7sec 10/11Fav Shane Foley 8.12 won 3 1/4L 3L from Lucia Molly 8.8 and Silkie Sevei 8.7 DUN 15 AUG 25 9rn mdn 6f Std 1min 12sec 4/1 Jamie Powell 8.8 7 1/4L 5th of 14 to Andab 9.4 here 5 MAY 25 mdn 6f Gd

DMANIAC (GB)

8-10

Br B g Washington DC - Mania (Danehill (USA)) J Wayne Lordan

(122) (24)

Martin Hassett T Rebecca May O Bearstone Stud B

HR Handicap Rating 87 F 931-152

Successful twice at 6f on heavy ground. Beaten a neck by Key Witness when second of 12 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Cork over 7f (soft) in May. Star Rating HHH Career Record 13 runs, 2 wins, 5 places Win Earnings €33,005.00 Days Since Last Run 133

11/2 HR87 Paddy Harnett 9.0 nk 2nd to Key Witness 9.2 CK 3 MAY 12rn Ext hcp 7f Sft 9/4Fav HR87 Wayne Lordan 9.1 5 1/4L 5th of 14 to Bodhi Bear 9.1 here 28 MAR Ext hcp 5f Sft/Hvy 7/2Fav HR80 Wayne Lordan 8.10 won 3 1/4L 1 1/2L from Unique Journey 10.0 and Stag Night 9.5 here 15 MAR 9rn Ext hcp 6f Hvy 1min 18.8sec

OCEAN’S BREATH

(TStrap)

Br Br c Bated Breath (GB) - Sea Clare (Sea The Stars) J Colin Keane

8-10?+2 (122)

(2)

G M Lyons T Vincent Gaul O Sunderland Holding Inc B

HR Handicap Rating 89 F 24-1913

Successful at 6f and 7f on good ground and on the all-weather. Third of 6 behind L L Koulsty beaten 1l at 8-13fav on his latest outing at Naas over 7f (good) in July. Star Rating HHH

Career Record 6 runs, 2 wins, 1 places Win Earnings €20,026.00 Days Since Last Run 71

8/13Fav HR92 Gary Carroll 9.6 (TS) s/hd 3/4L 3rd to L L Koulsty 8.9 NAAS 4 JUL 6rn 7f Gd 15/8Fav HR84 Gary Carroll 9.8 (TS) won 3L 1 1/4L from County Carlow 9.9 and Substance 9.1 FAIR 5 JUN 6rn 7f Gd 1min 26.5sec 7/2Fav HR87 Colin Keane 9.11 5 3/4L 9th of 14 to Chicago Pope 9.9 NAAS 9 MAY Ext hcp 5f 205yds Gd

SIR LES PATTERSON (GB)

Br B g Zoustar (AUS) - Evil Spell (GB) (Dutch Art (GB)) J Chris Hayes

8-10

(122) (18)

Stephen Thorne T Shamrock Thoroughbreds O Widden Syud UK Pty Ltd B

HR Handicap Rating 87 F 040603

Winner of ﬁve races from 6f to 7f on the all-weather. Third of 12 behind Dark Ace beaten 2l at 4-1 on his latest outing at Dundalk over 6f last month. Star Rating HHH Career Record 21 runs, 5 wins, 4 places Win Earnings €43,894.40 Days Since Last Run 29

4/1 HR105 Paddy Harnett 10.0 1 3/4L nk 3rd to Dark Ace 9.5 DUN 15 AUG 12rn hcp 6f Std 20/1 HR92 Jack Kearney 9.1 (CP) 8 3/4L 14th of 20 to Sondad (GB) 9.10 here 18 JUL Ext hcp 6f 63yds Gd/Frm 22/1 HR93 Jack Kearney 8.13 4 1/2L 6th of 15 to Gleneagle Bay 8.12 CK 14 JUN Ext hcp 7f Gd

AMIATA

Br B g Dark Angel - Hummingbird (Fast Company) J Nicola Burns (5)

8-9

(121) (22)

G M Lyons T W P Richards O John Keegan B

HR Handicap Rating 88 F 141814

He has won four times from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to yielding. Finished 5l behind Moltophino when fourth of 8 at 4-1 on his latest outing at Navan over 5f (good) earlier this month. Star Rating HHH

Career Record 16 runs, 4 wins, 1 places Win Earnings €60,685.00 Days Since Last Run 8

4/1 HR88 Colin Keane 9.4 3/4L 4L s/hd 4th to Moltophino 8.7 NAV 5 SEP 8rn hcp 5f Gd 4/1 HR86 Colin Keane 10.0 won hd 3/4L from By The Lake 9.7 and Gotta Catch’em All 9.6 NAV 27 AUG 9rn Ext hcp 5f 180yds Gd 1min 11.6sec 7/1 HR87 Colin Keane 10.0 10L 8th of 11 to Red Evolution 10.0 NAAS 3 AUG hcp 5f 205yds Gd

CHICAGO POPE

(CPiece)

8-8

(120)

(4)

Br B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Moment of Silence (Slade Power) J Jamie Powell

J P Murtagh T Anthony Paul Smurfit & Samuel M Mencoff O Forenaghts Stud B

HR Handicap Rating 87 F 501-214

Successful twice at 6f on good and yielding ground. Finished 3l behind Thunder Call when fourth of 22 at 15-2 on his latest outing at York over 6f (good) in June. Star Rating HHH Career Record 8 runs, 2 wins, 3 places Win Earnings €40,070.00 Days Since Last Run 92

Connor Beasley 8.9 1/2L 1/2L 2L 4th to Thunder Call (GB) 8.5 YORK 13 JUN 22rn hcp (0-105)6f Gd 5/1 HR85 Ben Coen 9.9 won 1/2L 3/4L from Tahcawin 9.8 and Treasured Royal 8.12 NAAS 9 MAY 14rn Ext hcp 5f 205yds Gd 1min 9.4sec 7/2 HR85 Seamie Heffernan 9.7 3 1/4L 2nd to Oh Cecelia 9.1 CK 4 APR 8rn 5f Sft

STAYSOUND SUSIE

8-8?+2 (120) (15)

Br B f U S Navy Flag (USA) - Eucharist (Acclamation (GB)) J Jimmy Dalton (7)

Andrew Slattery T Dreamers & Believers Syndicate O Mortlestown Stables B

HR Handicap Rating 85 F 91-5316

She has won four times from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good - yielding to soft - heavy. Finished 5l behind Keke when sixth of 12 at 11-2 on her latest outing at Naas over 6f (good) in April. Star Rating HH

Career Record 26 runs, 4 wins, 8 places Win Earnings €61,015.00 Days Since Last Run 139

11/2 HR90 Jimmy Dalton 8.11 4 1/2L 6th of 12 to Keke (GB) 9.11 NAAS 27 APR Ext hcp 5f 205yds Gd 11/4Fav HR83 Jimmy Dalton 9.2 won nk nk from Glory To Be 8.11 and Varshini 9.11 here 3 APR 16rn Ext hcp 6f Sft/Hvy 1min 19.4sec 9/1 HR82 Jimmy Dalton 8.3 (CP) 1 1/2L s/hd 3rd to Bodhi Bear 9.1 here 28 MAR 14rn Ext hcp 5f Sft/Hvy 26

THE IRISH STALLION FARMS EBF BOLD LAD SPRINT HANDICAP OF €150,000 (PREMIER HANDICAP)

RED EVOLUTION

(TStrap)

8-7

Br Ch g Mehmas - Transcendence (Arcano) J Rory Cleary

(119) (23)

M D O’Callaghan T J Kirkland O Pier House Stud B

HR Handicap Rating 84 F 21-4071

He has won four times from 5f to 6f on good to ﬁrm and good ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 9-2 at Naas over 6f (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Gotta Catch’em All by 1/2l. Star Rating HHH 9/2 HR83 Dylan Browne McMonagle 10.0 (TS) won 1/2L 1 3/4L from Gotta Catch’em All 9.4 and Gavoo 9.11 NAAS 3 AUG 11rn hcp 5f 205yds Gd 1min 11.5sec 40/1 HR87 Jamie Powell 8.13 5 1/4L 7th of 20 to Sondad (GB) 9.10 here 18 JUL Ext hcp 6f 63yds Gd/Frm 8/1 HR89 Dylan Browne McMonagle 9.6 5 1/4L 12th of 16 to Genesis 8.4 here 28 JUN Ext hcp 5f Gd

GENESIS

(C,T)

8-7

Br Ch g Prince of Lir - Diamond Rio (Captain Rio (GB)) J Wesley Joyce

(119) (25)

Michael Mulvany T M Foley O M Foley B

HR Handicap Rating 80 F 313623

He has won four times from 5f to 6f on good ground and on the all-weather. Third of 10 behind Bear On The Run beaten 1l at 11-2 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month. Star Rating HHH Career Record 27 runs, 4 wins, 7 places Win Earnings €89,562.00 Days Since Last Run 22

11/2 HR83 Wesley Joyce 8.9 (CP) (TS) 3/4L s/hd 3rd to Bear On The Run 8.13 here 22 AUG 10rn Ext hcp 6f Gd 4/1Fav HR83 Wesley Joyce 8.10 (CP) 3/4L 2nd to Rosie Frith 9.5 here 9 AUG 12rn Ext hcp 5f Gd/Frm 4/1Fav HR84 Wesley Joyce 8.9 (CP) (TS) 2 1/4L 6th of 11 to Ipanema Queen 9.2 CK 24 JUL Ext hcp 5f Gd/Frm

SOMMELIER (GB)

Br B g Due Diligence (USA) - Champagne Queen (GB) (Showcasing (GB)) J Robyn Donaghue-Leahy (7)

8-7?+2 (119)

HR Handicap Rating 78 F 715000

(9)

Kieran P Cotter T Rob Egan O Whitsbury Manor Stud B

He has won three times at 6f on yielding ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 9l behind Tokyo Treasure at 25-1 when 15th of 22 on his latest outing at Cork over 6f (good) earlier this month. Star Rating HH

Career Record 22 runs, 3 wins, 2 places Win Earnings €20,188.50 Days Since Last Run 4

25/1 HR78 Paddy Harnett 9.11 (BK) (TS) 9L 15th of 22 to Tokyo Treasure 9.10 CK 9 SEP hcp 6f Gd 40/1 HR82 Paddy Harnett 9.11 (BK) (TS) 12L last of 15 to Eddie G 9.9 GAL 28 JUL Ext hcp 7f Yld 14/1 HR83 Paddy Harnett 9.3 (BK) (TS) 16L last of 14 to Midnight Dusk (GB) 8.13 here 27 JUN Ext hcp 6f Gd/Frm

I BID YOU AJOU (FR)

(CPiece)

Br B g Shalaa - Ajou (FR) (Siyouni (FR)) J Gavin Ryan

HR Handicap Rating 77 F 744226

8-7

(119)

(6)

Mark Fahey T Pabiroco Syndicate O Armenic Bloodstock B

He has won three times at 6f on good and good - yielding ground. Finished 2 1/2l behind Dark Ace when sixth of 12 at 9-2 on his latest outing at Dundalk over 6f last month. Star Rating HH Career Record 32 runs, 3 wins, 12 places Win Earnings €21,240.00 Days Since Last Run 29

9/2 HR80 Reese Holohan 8.1 (CP) 2 3/4L 6th of 12 to Dark Ace 9.5 DUN 15 AUG hcp 6f Std 3/1Fav HR81 Dylan Browne McMonagle 10.1 1 1/4L 2nd to Gotta Catch’em All 9.2 NAAS 22 JUL 10rn Ext hcp 5f 205yds Gd 5/2Fav HR76 Gavin Ryan 8.7 3/4L 2nd to Glory To Be 8.7 FAIR 8 JUL 7rn Ext hcp 7f Gd

LOHOOBB (GB)

8-7

Br B c Too Darn Hot (GB) - Zoowraa (GB) (Azamour)

(119) (17)

M C Grassick T Mac Group KSA O Godolphin B

HR Handicap Rating 79 J Julian Pietropaolo (7) F 524818

A winner at 7f on good to ﬁrm ground. Well beaten at 11-1 behind Solana Beach when eighth of 11 on his latest outing at Gowran Park over 7f (yielding) earlier this month. Star Rating HH Career Record 11 runs, 1 wins, 3 places Win Earnings €14,725.00 Days Since Last Run 12

11/1 HR82 Billy Lee 10.2 24L 8th of 11 to Solana Beach 9.12 GOW 1 SEP hcp 7f Yld 7/2 HR75 Billy Lee 9.0 won 1 3/4L 2 1/4L from Indigo Dream (GB) 9.11 and Little Empire 9.8 GOW 12 AUG 7rn hcp 7f Gd/Frm 1min 25.1sec 11/2 HR75 Billy Lee 9.5 2 3/4L 8th of 14 to Mint Man (GB) 9.0 here 9 AUG Ext hcp 6f Gd/Frm

THE PIPER’S CALL

Br Bl g Ten Sovereigns - In My Life (USA) (War Front (USA)) J Nathan Crosse

HR Handicap Rating 77 F 23-15

8-7

(119)

(3)

Daniel McLoughlin T Ten Bob Syndicate O Mr Russell Jones B

A winner at 6f on good - yielding ground. Finished 4 1/2l behind Midnight Dusk when ﬁfth of 14 at 2-1fav on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to ﬁrm) in June. Star Rating HH Career Record 4 runs, 1 wins, 2 places Win Earnings €11,780.00 Days Since Last Run 78

2/1Fav HR82 Ben Coen 9.0 4 1/2L 5th of 14 to Midnight Dusk (GB) 8.13 here 27 JUN Ext hcp 6f Gd/Frm 5/2Fav Scott McCullagh 9.8 won nk 3/4L from Tide Of Fortune 9.8 and Quinta Girl 9.3 here 3 JUN 18rn mdn 6f 63yds Gd/Yld 1min 16sec 10/11Fav Ben Coen 9.2 3L 2 3/4L 3rd to Neolithic 9.4 NAAS 5 JUL 25 8rn 5f 205yds Gd

?+2 indicates jockey possible 2lb overweight Blinkers worn by No. 8. C,T worn by No. 9, No. 22. CPiece worn by No. 6, No. 19, No. 24. TStrap worn by No. 5, No. 12, No. 16, No. 21. V,T worn by No. 3. Visor worn by No. 1. Long Handicap - Genesis 8-03(115), Sommelier (GB) 8-01(113), I Bid You Ajou (FR) 8-00(112), Lohoobb (GB) 8-00(112), The Piper’s Call 7-12(110) Alternative Handicap - Dark Thirty 9-10, Tango Flare 9-08, Coul Angel 9-05, Keke (GB) 9-05, Unique Journey 9-05, Toyotomi (FR) 9-04, The Highway Rat 9-03, Thunderbear 9-03, Rosie Frith 9-01, Strike Red 9-01, Headmaster (GB) 8-13, Dark Ace 8-12, Bear On The Run 8-11, Dmaniac (GB) 8-11, Ocean’s Breath 8-11, Sir Les Patterson (GB) 8-11, Amiata 8-10, Chicago Pope 8-09, Staysound Susie 8-09, Red Evolution 8-08, Genesis 8-07, Sommelier (GB) 8-07, I Bid You Ajou (FR) 8-07, Lohoobb (GB) 8-07, The Piper’s Call 8-07 27

RACE ONE

Career Record 15 runs, 4 wins, 3 places Win Earnings €54,850.00 Days Since Last Run 41

Alternative Long Handicap - Genesis 8-04, Sommelier (GB) 8-02, I Bid You Ajou (FR) 8-01, Lohoobb (GB) 8-01, The Piper’s Call 7-13 Probable Starting Prices - 6/1 Coul Angel, 7/1 Sondad (GB), 10/1 Keke (GB), Bear On The Run, Genesis, 14/1 Headmaster (GB), Ocean’s Breath, Sir Les Patterson (GB), Chicago Pope, Staysound Susie, 16/1 Unique Journey, Rosie Frith, Strike Red, Dmaniac (GB), Amiata, 25/1 Tango Flare, Toyotomi (FR), The Highway Rat, Dark Ace, Red Evolution, I Bid You Ajou (FR), The Piper’s Call, 33/1 Dark Thirty, Thunderbear, 50/1 Sommelier (GB), Lohoobb (GB)

RACE ONE

2025 - 1st Tango Flare 2nd Big Gossey 3rd Sir Les Patterson (GB) (1 min. 15.3 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT Bear On The Run continued her upward trajectory when making a winning handicap bow over C&D last month and a hat-trick cannot be dismissed. Although a 2lb rise is unlikely to prevent another bold showing from the three-year-old, the battle-hardened COUL ANGEL is more appealing. Mick Appleby’s gelding arrives on the back of two creditable efforts in defeat in competitive York sprints and compensation may beckon. Reopposing winner Sondad is 5lb worse off with the selection after finishing a length ahead, but warrants respect given his triumph here in July. Keke and Genesis are others of interest.

WIN: COUL ANGEL

DANGER: Bear On The Run

RACE SPONSOR Stephen Collins and Jimmy Hyland representing IEBF 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.

THE CURRAGH RACECOURSE - STATISTICS 2026 Top 5 Jockeys (by no. of winners) Ryan Lee Moore Colin Thomas Keane Dylan Browne McMonagle William James Lee Wayne Martin Lordan

Rides 63 63 82 84 68

1st 19 14 12 11 5

2nd 7 8 13 10 9

3rd 5 11 9 12 7

4th 8 5 9 7 4

Prize Money €2,013,730.00 €563,590.00 €878,490.00 €604,330.00 €728,140.00

Top 5 Trainers (by prize money) A. P. O’Brien Joseph Patrick O’Brien P. Twomey Robson De Aguiar Donnacha Aidan O’Brien

Runs 120 135 30 61 36

1st 22 16 3 4 5

2nd 17 26 3 10 4

3rd 14 14 7 7 6

4th 15 13 3 9 1

Prize Money €2,961,410.00 €1,300,900.00 €364,450.00 €356,530.00 €314,305.00

Top Trainers (by no. of winners): A. P. O’Brien (22), Joseph Patrick O’Brien (16), Andrew Slattery (7), M.D. O’Callaghan (5), Donnacha O’Brien (5), Michael Mulvany (5), G.M.Lyons (5). 49 individual trainers have won at the Curragh this season! Top 5 Owners (by prize money) Mrs John Magnier Michael Tabor Derrick Smith Peter M. Brant

Runs 145 130 116 23

1st 25 24 18 3

2nd 20 16 15 8

3rd 19 18 13 3

4th 16 13 14 2

Prize Money €916,069.57 €694,675.07 €515,994.87 €448,149.00

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BREEDER

Apothic Red

Mr E McKenna

Darkness Falls

Lynch Bages Ltd

Exchange Student

Glen Hill Farm

Loughrea

Acorn Stud

Miss Scott

Ballylinch Stud & Ecurie Des Charmes

Ndaawi

Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

Push The Boat Out

Clive Cox

Sea of Rain

Jim Bolger

All breeders of winners from July to November at The Curragh will be entered into a draw to win a free nomination to exciting new sire Maranoa Charlie Nb. the free nomination is non transferable

SECOND RACE 2.15P.M. THE TATTERSALLS IRELAND SUPER AUCTION SALES STAKES OF €316,500

6f 63y

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

Stalls centre of course. Value to winner: €171958; Second: €63300; Third: €31650; Fourth: €15825; Fifth: €9495; Sixth: €6330; Seventh: €3798; Eighth: €3798; Ninth: €3798; Tenth: €3798.

(For Race Conditions see page 78) Br Breeding

B Breeder

O Owner

F Form

J Jockey

Horse

ALPE D’HUEZ €58,000

Br B g Kodi Bear - Sea of Joy (Galileo) J Colin Keane

HR Handicap Rating 85 F 1205

T Trainer

(CPiece)

HR Handicap Rating Age

st-lb

(lbs)

Draw

9-7

(133)

(4)

Archie Watson (in GB) T Middleham Park Racing CV & Partner O Mrs S Rowley-Williams B

A winner at 6f on the all-weather. Finished 7l behind Livenka when ﬁfth of 11 at 10-1 on his latest outing at Naas over 6f (good) last month. Star Rating HH

RACE TWO

Career Record 4 runs, 1 wins, 1 places Win Earnings €4,965.50 Days Since Last Run 41

10/1 HR85 Gary Carroll 9.2 (CP) 6 3/4L 5th of 11 to Livenka (GB) 8.11 NAAS 3 AUG 5f 205yds Gd Luke Morris 9.2 21L last of 25 to King of Cloughan 9.2 ASCOT 17 JUN Listed 6f Gd /Frm Luke Morris 9.7 3 1/4L 2nd to Hickory Lad 9.7 EPSOM DOWNS 5 JUN 13rn 6f 3yds Gd /Sft

SWITCHING SIDES €52,000

Br B Br c Kodiac (GB) - Zero Turn (Galileo) J Shane Foley

9-7

(133)

(6)

Mrs John Harrington T Newtown Anner Stud Farm Ltd O Newtown Anner Stud B

HR Handicap Rating 93 F 215

A winner at 6f on good ground. Finished 7l behind Celeron when ﬁfth of 7 at 12-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to ﬁrm) in July. Star Rating HHH Career Record 3 runs, 1 wins, 1 places Win Earnings €14,725.00 Days Since Last Run 57

12/1 Shane Foley 9.5 6 1/2L 5th of 7 to Celeron (GB) 9.5 here 18 JUL Group 2 6f Gd/Frm 1/1Fav Shane Foley 9.9 won nk 3/4L from Just One Show 9.3 and Trean 9.1 FAIR 12 JUN 17rn mdn 6f Gd 1min 16.7sec 12/1 Shane Foley 9.5 1/2L 2nd to Sergei Diaghilev 9.5 here 23 MAY 8rn mdn 6f Gd

MEHMAS STAR €100,000

Br Ch c Mehmas - Sh Boom (GB) (War Command (USA)) J Sam James

9-5

(131) (13)

K R Burke (in GB) T Jaber Abdullah O Piercetown Stud B

F 2

Dam won four times over hurdles at 2m 4f and 3m and twice in NH ﬂat races at 2m including two Group 1 races. Beaten a neck by Blazing Inferno when second of 11 at 13-2 on his racecourse debut at Carlisle over 6f (good) last month. Star Rating HHHH Career Record 1 runs, 0 wins, 1 places Days Since Last Run 17

Sam James 9.7 nk 2nd to Blazing Inferno 9.7 CARLISLE 27 AUG 11rn 5f 182yds Gd

TREASURER €40,000

(CPiece)

9-5

(131)

(5)

Br B g Persian Force - Laureldean Lady (Statue Of Liberty (USA)) Charlie Fellowes (in GB) T J David Egan

HR Handicap Rating 87 F 4017

Amo Racing Limited O Ballybin Stud Ltd & Patrick F Kelly B

A winner at 6f on good to firm ground. Beaten 7l behind Alfred Wallace at 7-1 when seventh of 10 on his latest outing at Ascot over 7f (good to firm) in July. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time. Star Rating HHH Career Record 4 runs, 1 wins, 0 places Win Earnings €17,772.40 Days Since Last Run 51

David Egan 9.5 6L 7th of 10 to Alfred Wallace (GB) 9.5 ASCOT 24 JUL Listed 7f Gd /Frm David Egan 9.4 won 1 1/4L 1/2L from Harry Knows 9.4 and Flying Pirate 9.8 SALISBURY 30 JUN 11rn 6f Gd /Frm 1min 15.8sec Rowan Scott 9.3 8L 12th of 21 to Great Barrier Reef 9.3 ASCOT 16 JUN Group 2 6f Gd /Frm

ATLANTIC BRIDGE €23,000

Br B Br c Dubawi Legend - Breedj (Acclamation (GB)) J Wayne Lordan

HR Handicap Rating 95 F 441

9-3

(129)

(7)

Robson De Aguiar T J Kirkland O Mylestown Farms Ltd B

Won on his latest outing when 8-11fav at Navan over 5f (good) last month, beating Southern Boulevard by 2 3/4l. Star Rating HHHH Career Record 3 runs, 1 wins, 0 places Win Earnings €12,958.00 Days Since Last Run 17

8/11Fav Wayne Lordan 9.7 won 2 3/4L nk from Southern Boulevard 9.2 and Better Yet 9.2 NAV 27 AUG 8rn mdn 5f Gd 1min .8sec 7/1 Donagh O’Connor 9.7 1 1/4L 3/4L nk 4th to Push The Boat Out 9.7 here 9 AUG 19rn mdn 6f Gd/Frm 6/1 Donagh O’Connor 9.7 nk nk 1/2L 4th to La Tache 9.7 here 19 JUL 11rn mdn 5f Gd/Frm

TEN CLARETS €35,000

Br B g Ten Sovereigns - Sky Bright (GB) (Dawn Approach) J Billy Lee

HR Handicap Rating 78 F 4233

9-3

(129)

(3)

K R Burke (in GB) T D Bardsley & Mrs E Burke O Sky Bright Partnership B

Placed once in four starts. Third of 5 behind Bincimbal beaten 3 1/2l at 2-1fav on his latest outing at Carlisle over 1m (good) last month. Star Rating HHH Career Record 4 runs, 0 wins, 1 places Days Since Last Run 17

Pierre-Louis Jamin 9.9 2 1/2L 3/4L 3rd to Bincimbal 9.5 CARLISLE 27 AUG 5rn hcp (0-85)7f 173yds Gd Clifford Lee 9.4 (CP) 1/2L 3L 3rd to Shadow King 9.9 DONCASTER 23 JUL 5rn hcp (0-85)6f 111yds Gd /Frm Clifford Lee 9.7 nk 2nd to Redline (GB) 9.6 AYR 6 JUL 10rn 7f 50yds Gd 34

STAR OF STATE €85,000

Br B f State of Rest - Nations Alexander (Dark Angel) J Ryan Moore

9-2

(128) (15)

Joseph Patrick O’Brien T Jaber Abdullah O Mountarmstrong Stud B

HR Handicap Rating 107 F 212

A winner at 6f on good ground. Beaten 1/2l by Libertango when second of 17 at 9-4fav on her latest outing in the Group 2 Sky Bet Lowther Stakes at York over 6f (good to soft) last month. Star Rating HHHHH Career Record 3 runs, 1 wins, 2 places Win Earnings €14,725.00 Days Since Last Run 24

Dylan Browne McMonagle 9.2 1/2L 2nd to Libertango 9.2 YORK 20 AUG 17rn Group 2 6f Gd /Sft 1/3Fav Dylan Browne McMonagle 9.1 won 9L 1 3/4L from Not You Too 9.1 and Someday Somewhere 9.1 LEP 16 JUL 11rn mdn 6f 110yds Gd 1min 20sec 13/2 J.M. Sheridan 9.2 1 1/2L 2nd to Livenka (GB) 9.2 FAIR 8 JUL 9rn mdn 6f Gd

KNOCKCURRA DREAM €23,000 (Hood)

Br B c Calyx (GB) - Via Aurelia (Antonius Pius (USA)) J Jimmy Dalton

9-1

(127) (12)

Donal Commins (R) T Donal Commins O Mrs Renata Coleman B

F 0

Half-brother to Amanirenas, won ﬁve times between 6f and 1m. Beaten 14l behind Monogram at 200-1 when 14th of 16 on his racecourse debut here over 7f (good) last month. He is wearing a hood for the ﬁrst time. Star Rating H Career Record 1 runs, 0 wins, 0 places Days Since Last Run 22

200/1 Wesley Joyce 9.4 14L 14th of 16 to Monogram (GB) 9.7 here 22 AUG mdn 7f Gd

LORD RAGNAR €11,000

9-1

(127) (16)

Br Ch c Cotai Glory (GB) - St Clerans (Golden Horn (GB)) J Billy Loughnane

Ed Dunlop (in GB) T Sarah Fern, Patricia James and Partner O Mr Frank Fahy B

HR Handicap Rating 78 F 021242

A winner at 7f on the all-weather. Beaten a head by Nour when second of 7 at 4-1 on his latest outing at Southwell over 6f last month. Star Rating HH

Career Record 6 runs, 1 wins, 3 places Win Earnings €6,827.60 Days Since Last Run 17

Billy Loughnane 9.3 hd 2nd to Nour 9.5 SOUTHWELL 27 AUG 7rn hcp (0-85)6f 17yds Std Billy Loughnane 9.9 1 1/4L 3L nk 4th to Woodhay Wayfarer 9.2 NEWMARKET 6 AUG 5rn hcp (0-75)1m Gd /Frm Dougie Costello 9.9 nk 2nd to Greek Symphony (GB) 9.0 LINGFIELD PARK 13 JUL 5rn hcp (0-75)7f 2yds Std

SEPTEMBER DUKE (GB) €25,000

Br B c Sergei Prokoﬁev (CAN) - Nuptials (USA) (Broken Vow (USA)) J Seamie Heffernan

9-1

(127)

(1)

Andrew Slattery T John Martin O’Neill O Shoreham Stud B

F 0

Half-brother to Maximum Jack, won at 5f. Beaten 14l behind Damsel In Distress at 18-1 when 11th of 15 on his racecourse debut at Roscommon over 7f (good) in June. Star Rating H Career Record 1 runs, 0 wins, 0 places Days Since Last Run 75

18/1 Billy Lee 9.5 13L 11th of 15 to Damsel In Distress 9.0 ROS 30 JUN mdn 7f 94yds Gd

THE WINDHOVER €28,000

Br B g Persian Force - Rohesia (GB) (High Chaparral) J Andrew Slattery

9-1

(127) (10)

Andrew Slattery T Ms Laura Flood & Nicola Dwyer O Mr Patrick Cosgrove B

Half-brother to Super Bonus, won three times at 6f. He’s related to two other winners and his stable are in great form, but he does have a lofty standard to aim at. Star Rating H

BELLE VISION €62,000

Br B f Dark Angel - Belle Image (Kodi Bear)

9-0

(126)

(2)

Ms Sheila Lavery T John Lavery O Yeomanstown Stud B

J Rory Cleary

Dam won at 6f. A 62,000 euro purchase, she does make some appeal on paper but minor honours are probably the best that she can hope for. Star Rating HH

FINE LINE €50,000

9-0

(126) (14)

Br Ch f Sioux Nation (USA) - Shelter (Le Havre) J J M Sheridan

Denis Gerard Hogan T Patrick John O’Brien O Denis Mccarthy & Cotton Hse Bloodstock B

HR Handicap Rating 61 F 000744

Unplaced in all six starts. Finished 4l behind Romance when fourth of 10 at 11-4fav on her latest outing at Down Royal over 7f (good) earlier this month. Star Rating H Career Record 6 runs, 0 wins, 0 places Days Since Last Run 9

11/4Fav HR61 Reese Holohan 8.11 2 1/4L 1 1/2L hd 4th to Romance (GER) 9.11 DRYL 4 SEP 10rn Ext hcp 7f 27yds Gd 11/2 HR63 Shane Foley 8.11 3 1/4L s/hd 1/2L 4th to Seaxburh 9.9 KILL 21 AUG 6rn Ext hcp 1m 30yds Gd 20/1 HR64 J.M. Sheridan 9.6 7L 7th of 12 to Hi Corbett Court 9.13 SLGO 5 AUG hcp 6f Yld 35

RACE TWO

SECOND RACE 2.15P.M. 14

SHE’S COUL €75,000

Br B f Coulsty - Ranallagh Rocket (Acclamation (GB)) J James Ryan

9-0

(126)

(9)

Jack W Davison T Quality Time Racing Syndicate O N Hartery B

Full sister to Hammer The Hammer, won twice at 5f and 6f. Coulsty ﬁlly that fetched 75,000 euros as a yearling, but others make greater appeal today. Star Rating H

KILLASHEE SUPREME €36,000

Br B f Supremacy - Best New Show (Clodovil) J Declan McDonogh

RACE TWO

8-12

(124)

(8)

Eddie & Patrick Harty T Liquid Lunch Syndicate O Grangemore Stud B

Half-sister to Popmaster, won four times between 6f and 1m. Her best might come when upped in trip and this is a warm race to make her introduction in. Star Rating H

SAPPHIRE SUN €40,000

Br B f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Dana Forever (Requinto) J Ben Coen

8-12

(124) (11)

J P Murtagh T Bayview Syndicate O Awbeg Stud B

F 6

Dam won at 6f. Finished 4 1/2l behind Zoar when sixth of 15 at 16-1 on her racecourse debut at Naas over 6f (good) last month. Star Rating HH Career Record 1 runs, 0 wins, 0 places Days Since Last Run 21

16/1 Ben Coen 9.0 4 1/2L 6th of 15 to Zoar (USA) 9.7 NAAS 23 AUG mdn 5f 205yds Gd

CPiece worn by No. 1, No. 4. Hood worn by No. 8. Probable Starting Prices - 2/5 Star Of State, 13/2 Switching Sides, Atlantic Bridge, 12/1 Mehmas Star, Treasurer, 20/1 Ten Clarets, 25/1 Alpe D’huez, 50/1 Lord Ragnar, Belle Vision, Sapphire Sun, 100/1 September Duke (GB), The Windhover, She’s Coul, 150/1 Knockcurra Dream, Fine Line, Killashee Supreme

2025 - 1st Alparslan 2nd Magny Cours 3rd Blingy’s Sister (1 min. 20.8 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT Leopardstown maiden winner STAR OF STATE took a step forward to hit the woodwork in the Lowther at last month’s Ebor Festival, and she’s likely to take all the beating on these terms. Atlantic Bridge is rated 12lb lower than the selection but is probably still the main threat following a convincing win at Navan. It’s interesting that Karl Burke opts to send two here, though Mehmas Star appears to be his leading hope after a debut full of promise at Carlisle.

WIN: STAR OF STATE

DANGER: Atlantic Bridge

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. Horse

Vendor

Purchaser

Price

Alpe d’Huez(85)

Baroda Stud

Blandford Bloodstock/MPR

€58,000

Switching Sides(93)

The Castlebridge Consignment

Vendor

€52,000

Mehmas Star

Kildallan Farm

Rabbah Bloodstock

€100,000

Treasurer(87)

Ballybin Stud

Will Douglass Bloodstock/C Fellowes Racing

€40,000

Atlantic Bridge(95)

Q-Cross Stables

Tally-Ho Stud

€23,000

Ten Clarets(78)

Baroda Stud

Karl & Kelly Burke

€35,000

Star Of State(107)

Mountarmstrong Stud

Rabbah Bloodstock

€85,000

Knockcurra Dream

Q-Cross Stables

Don Commins

€23,000

Lord Ragnar(78)

Gerrardstown House Stud

Highﬂyer/Ed Dunlop

€11,000

September Duke (GB)

Q-Cross Stables

Andrew Slattery

€25,000

The Windhover

Egmont Stud

Galway Bay Bloodstock Ltd

€28,000

Belle Vision

Yeomanstown Stud

Sheila Lavery

€62,000

Fine Line(61)

Egmont Stud

Colm Sharkey, Agent/Patrick O’Brien

€50,000

She’s Coul

The Castlebridge Consignment

Jack Davison/Barry Lynch

€75,000

Killashee Supreme

Grangemore Stud

Peter & Ross Doyle

€36,000

Sapphire Sun

Q-Cross Stables

Tally-Ho Stud

€23,000

The Moyglare Stud Stakes

FACT FILE: A LOOK BACK AT LAST YEAR’S RACE

Precise followed up her Group 3 Prestige Stakes triumph at Goodwood by securing her ﬁrst Group 1 success in the Moyglare Stud Stakes. While market attention centred on the short-priced favourite Composing, it was Aidan O’Brien’s second string who stole the show. Under a determined ride from Ronan Whelan, Precise fended off her stablemate Beautify, who battled all the way to the ﬁnish, to land another success for the Ballydoyle operation.

DISTANCE

Seven furlongs (1,400 metres)

PRIZE MONEY

€400,000 €236,000 - Winner

GUINEAS GLORY In recent years, this race has proven to be a strong indicator for both the Irish and English 1000 Guineas. Minding was the ﬁrst notable recent winner, going on to claim victory in the 2016 1000 Guineas. She was later followed by another Ballydoyle ﬁlly, Love, who triumphed in 2020. Furthermore, three of the last four winners of the Irish 1,000 Guineas - Tahiyra, Fallen Angel and Lake Victoria - had all won this race the previous year.

BRITISH SUCCESS

BREEDERS’ CUP

Despite the strong Irish dominance, a handful of British trainers have successfully brought this race back across the Irish Sea. Henry Cecil’s Chimes Of Freedom claimed a high-proﬁle victory in 1989, followed by winners such as Twafeaj (1991), Sayyedati (1992), Lemon Souﬄe (1993) and Bianca Nera (1996).

In 2009, the race was added to the Breeders’ Cup Challenge Series, granting the winner an automatic invitation to the prestigious event. Sky Lantern was the ﬁrst to take up the opportunity but could only ﬁnish eighth, despite being sent off as favourite.

More recently, notable British-trained winners include Sky Lantern in 2012 and 2023 winner Fallen Angel.

Since then, several others have made the journey, but it wasn’t until 2024 that one ﬁnally triumphed. Lake Victoria stormed to victory as the 7/10 favourite, breaking new ground for the race on American soil.

LEADING

TRAINERS?

Since 2000, no trainer has come close to challenging Aidan O’Brien’s dominant hold on this race. He has claimed eleven victories during that time, beginning with Sequoyah in 2000. This year, Aidan O’Brien is strongly represented once again, saddling strong favourite Sun Goddess, Ibelieveicanﬂy and Alpha. Before O’Brien’s era, wins were more evenly spread among various yards, with Jim Bolger, John Oxx and Vincent O’Brien each securing two victories by the turn of the century. Bolger has since added a third success with Saoirse Abu in 2007, though he still trails O’Brien by some margin. O’Brien’s sons, Donnacha and Joseph, have each registered a single win, but they have some way to go if they hope to match their father’s formidable record.

TOP OWNERS Given Ballydoyle’s dominance in the race, it comes as no surprise that Coolmore stands as the leading owner since 2000. During that period, they have celebrated 12 victories, including winners such as Sequoyah (2000), Necklace (2003), Rumplestiltskin (2005), Again (2008), Misty For Me (2010), Maybe (2011), Minding (2015), Happily (2017), Love (2019), Shale (2020) and Lake Victoria (2024) & most recently Precise (2025).

LEADING RIDER? Only one jockey has managed to ride four winners in this race - the legendary Christy Roche. His remarkable run came within a six-year span, starting with Tender Camilla in 1974 and culminating with Arctique Royale in 1980. Despite the passage of time and his retirement from the saddle, no other jockey has yet matched his tally. However, Ryan Moore currently sits on two wins and today rides Sun Goddess.

WHO ARE THE

SPONSORS? 39

Moyglare Stud was founded in 1962 by Walter Haefner, a passionate and accomplished horseman. Remarkably, in 1963, at the age of 53, he was crowned Fegentri Champion Amateur. Beyond his success in the saddle, Haefner was a dedicated supporter of Irish racing, making signiﬁcant contributions through his involvement with The Turf Club, RACE and the Irish Equine Centre. In 1973, he established the Moyglare Stud Stakes, a race that now boasts one of the longest-running sponsorships in global racing. His legacy continues through his daughter, Eva Maria, who proudly upholds the family tradition of breeding and racing top-class thoroughbreds.

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THIRD RACE 2.50P.M. THE MOYGLARE STUD STAKES OF €400,000 (GROUP 1)

Seven Furlongs (1,400 metres) Rathbride Post

Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €235600; Second: €80000; Third: €40000; Fourth: €20000; Fifth: €12000; Sixth: €8000.

(For Race Conditions see page 78) Br Breeding

B Breeder

O Owner

F Form

J Jockey

T Trainer

HR Handicap Rating

Horse

Age st-lb (lbs)

Draw

ALPHA

2 9-2 (128)

(2)

Br B f Sea The Stars - Alpha Centauri (Mastercraftsman)

J Wayne Lordan

A P O’Brien T HR Handicap Rating 103 Flaxman Stables Ireland Ltd & Mrs John Magnier & Michael Tabor & Derrick Smith O F 2113 Groom - Yuliia Kuspllak Coolmore & Flaxman Stables Ireland Ltd B

Successful twice at 7f on good ground. Third of 5 behind Green Empress beaten 3/4l at 4-6fav on her latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month. Star Rating HHH Career Record 4 runs, 2 wins, 1 places Win Earnings €64,790.00 Days Since Last Run 22

4/6Fav HR102 Wayne Lordan 9.2 nk 1/2L 3rd to Green Empress 9.2 here 22 AUG 5rn Group 2 7f Gd 1/6Fav Ryan Moore 9.2 won hd 1 1/4L from Dancing Destiny 9.2 and Nevermindtherain 9.2 LEP 23 JUL 6rn Group 3 7f Gd 1min 26.4sec 8/11Fav Ryan Moore 9.2 won 6L 2 1/4L from Ibelieveicanﬂy (USA) 9.2 and Livenka (GB) 9.2 here 28 JUN 13rn mdn 7f Gd 1min 23.9sec

BALLINEA STAR

2 9-2 (128)

Br B f Space Blues - Jeanne Girl (Rip Van Winkle)

RACE THREE

HR Handicap Rating 101 J Donagh O’Connor F 5411 Groom - Vincento Paiva

(3)

Robson De Aguiar T Giselle De Aguiar O Old Carhue Stud B

Successful twice at 6f on good to ﬁrm and good ground. A winner at 16-1 here over 6f (good to ﬁrm) on her latest outing in June, beating Immortal Guard by 1/2l. Star Rating HH Career Record 4 runs, 2 wins, 0 places Win Earnings €54,188.00 Days Since Last Run 78

16/1 Donagh O’Connor 9.2 won 1/2L hd from Immortal Guard 9.5 and Confucius 9.5 here 27 JUN 5rn Group 3 6f 63yds Gd/Frm 1min 17.3sec 15/2 Donagh O’Connor 9.2 won 1/2L 1 3/4L from Argentarius (GB) 9.2 and Scandi Noir 9.2 CK 14 JUN 14rn mdn 6f Gd 1min 13.3sec 12/1 Donagh O’Connor 9.2 1/2L 3/4L 1/2L 4th to Matriarchal 9.2 NAV 16 MAY 7rn mdn 5f Yld

CONTROLLA

2 9-2 (128)

Br Gr f Night of Thunder - Elshaadin (GB) (Dalakhani) J David Egan

HR Handicap Rating 99 F 205 Groom - Vadeco Correa

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Robson De Aguiar T AMO Racing Limited O Rabbah Bloodstock Limited B

Placed once in three starts. Finished 10l behind Sun Goddess when ﬁfth of 6 at 15-2 on her latest outing here over 6f (good to ﬁrm) in June. Star Rating H Career Record 3 runs, 0 wins, 1 places Days Since Last Run 78

15/2 Colin Keane 9.2 9 1/2L 5th of 6 to Sun Goddess 9.2 here 27 JUN Group 2 6f Gd/Frm David Egan 8.11 6L 14th of 25 to King of Cloughan 9.2 ASCOT 17 JUN Listed 6f Gd /Frm 25/1 David Egan 9.2 nk 2nd to Victorious 9.2 NAAS 17 MAY 6rn Group 3 5f 205yds Gd

DANCING DESTINY

2 9-2 (128)

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Br B f Magna Grecia - Dancing Approach (GB) (Camelot (GB)) Joseph Patrick O’Brien T HR Handicap Rating 104 J Declan McDonogh F 134122 Groom - Nisar Ahned

Fishdance Limited O Fishdance B

Successful at 7f and 1m on good ground. Beaten a neck by Green Empress when second of 5 at 12-1 on her latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month. Star Rating HHHH Career Record 6 runs, 2 wins, 2 places Win Earnings €44,175.00 Days Since Last Run 22

12/1 HR101 Declan McDonogh 9.2 nk 2nd to Green Empress 9.2 here 22 AUG 5rn Group 2 7f Gd 20/1 HR89 Declan McDonogh 9.2 hd 2nd to Alpha 9.2 LEP 23 JUL 6rn Group 3 7f Gd 5/1 HR86 Chris Hayes 8.7 won 3/4L 1 1/2L from Sarah’s Choice 9.1 and One Number (USA) 9.6 NAAS 4 JUL 7rn Listed 1m Gd 1min 41.6sec

GREEN EMPRESS

2 9-2 (128)

(4)

Br B f Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Sea Empress (Sea The Stars)

J Colin Keane

Joseph Patrick O’Brien T HR Handicap Rating 105 The Thoroughbred Racing Corporation Ltd O F 221 Sunderland Holding INC B Groom - Adman Khan

A winner at 11-4 over this course and distance (good) on her latest outing last month, beating Dancing Destiny by a neck. Star Rating HHHH Career Record 3 runs, 1 wins, 2 places Win Earnings €76,570.00 Days Since Last Run 22

11/4 Dylan Browne McMonagle 9.2 won nk 1/2L from Dancing Destiny 9.2 and Alpha 9.2 here 22 AUG 5rn Group 2 7f Gd 1min 25.2sec 9/1 Dylan Browne McMonagle 9.2 3/4L 2nd to Sun Goddess 9.2 here 27 JUN 6rn Group 2 6f Gd/Frm 33/1 J.M. Sheridan 9.2 5L 2nd to Sun Goddess 9.2 here 24 MAY 9rn mdn 6f Gd

IBELIEVEICANFLY (USA)

(Hood)

2 9-2 (128)

(1)

Br Ch f Frankel (GB) - That Which Is Not (USA) (Elusive Quality (USA))

J Ronan Whelan

A P O’Brien T HR Handicap Rating 100 Michael Tabor & Derrick Smith & Mrs John Magnier & Flaxman Stables Ireland Ltd O F 42414 Groom - Emily Gorey Orpendale/Chelston/Wynatt & Flaxman Holdings, LTD B

A winner at 7f on good to ﬁrm ground. Finished 2l behind Green Empress when fourth of 5 at 6-1 on her latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month. Star Rating HH Career Record 5 runs, 1 wins, 1 places Win Earnings €20,615.00 Days Since Last Run 22

6/1 Ronan Whelan 9.2 (H) nk 1/2L 1 1/4L 4th to Green Empress 9.2 here 22 AUG 5rn Group 2 7f Gd 13/8Fav Ryan Moore 9.2 (H) won 5L 1/2L from Speckles 8.11 and Exceptionally (USA) 9.2 here 9 AUG 14rn 7f Gd/Frm 1min 22.8sec 1/3Fav Ryan Moore 9.2 1/2L 1 1/4L hd 4th to Shi Yang 9.2 here 19 JUL 9rn mdn 7f Gd/Frm 42

SUN GODDESS

2 9-2 (128)

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Br B f Sioux Nation (USA) - Etoile Bleu (Starspangledbanner (AUS))

J Ryan Moore

A P O’Brien T HR Handicap Rating 114 D Smith,Mrs J Magnier,M Tabor,Westerberg O Groom - Emilia Plesniarz F 212111 Owenstown Bloodstock Ltd B

She has won four times at 6f on ground varying from good to ﬁrm to good to soft. Won on her latest outing when evens fav at York over 6f (good to soft) last month, beating Battle Fever by 6l. Star Rating HHHHH

Career Record 6 runs, 4 wins, 2 places Win Earnings €663,888.20 Days Since Last Run 24

Ryan Moore 9.4 won 6L 3/4L from Battle Fever 9.2 and Speed of Sound 8.11 YORK 20 AUG 20rn 6f Gd /Sft 1min 13.4sec 5/4Fav HR103 Ryan Moore 9.2 won 1 1/4L 1/2L from Folsom Blues 9.5 and Velozee 9.2 here 9 AUG 8rn Group 1 6f Gd/Frm 1min 9.6sec 2/7Fav HR103 Ryan Moore 9.2 won 3/4L 1 1/2L from Green Empress 9.2 and Beibhinn 9.2 here 27 JUN 6rn Group 2 6f Gd/Frm 1min 12.5sec

Hood worn by No. 6. Probable Starting Prices - EVENS Sun Goddess, 5/2 Green Empress, 5/1 Alpha, 10/1 Dancing Destiny, 20/1 Ballinea Star, 25/1 Ibelieveicanﬂy (USA), 33/1 Controlla

2025 - 1st Precise 2nd Beautify 3rd Venetian Sun (1 min. 29.1 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT

WIN: SUN GODDESS

DANGER: Green Empress

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RACE THREE

Phoenix Stakes heroine SUN GODDESS met all sorts of trouble in the Harry’s Half Million at the Ebor Festival but it made no difference to the result, as she scythed through the field to record a resounding success. Stepping up to 7f should be no issue at all for the daughter of Sioux Nation, who can show her class once again to enhance an ever-improving CV. Green Empress has chased home the selection twice this season before gaining a deserved success in the Debutante over C&D, and she is undoubtedly the main threat. Dancing Destiny (second) and Alpha (third) are others to note.

The BAR 1 Betting Flying Five Stakes

FACT FILE: A LOOK BACK AT LAST YEAR’S RACE

Ridden by David Egan, Arizona Blaze ended his career in style when landing last year’s renewal, becoming the ﬁrst three-year-old to win the contest since Fairyland in 2019. Bouncing back from a below-par performance in the Nunthorpe, he had already shown a strong affinity for the Curragh and used that experience to his advantage, to claim his ﬁrst success at the highest level.

DISTANCE

Five Furlongs (1,000 metres)

PRIZE MONEY

€400,000 €236,000 - winner

HISTORY OF THE RACE? The Flying Five Stakes, now sponsored by Bar One Betting, was established in 1985. Originally staged at Phoenix Park as a Listed race for horses aged two and upwards, it was also held at Leopardstown during its early history. As the race grew in stature, it moved to the Curragh in 2002 and continued its rise through the ranks. In 2018, the race was awarded Group 1 status, cementing its position as one of the most important races in the sprinting division.

KEY TRENDS

DUAL WINNERS?

• Horses trained in Britain have won the Flying Five three times in the last six years and four in the last eight.

The legendary Benbaun remains the most successful horse in the race’s history, having won three consecutive renewals between 2005 and 2007. Before that, Flowing, Tropical and Tedburrow all recorded back-to-back victories during the 90s.

• Four of the last ten winners were returned as favourite for the race.

In the modern era, however, there has yet to be another dual winner, and that record looks unlikely to change this year, with last year’s winner Arizona Blaze now retired to stud.

• Five of the last 10 winners were returned at 5/1 or shorter. • Eight of the last ten winners were drawn in stall 8 or lower, 44

LEADING

CONNECTIONS?

This race has consistently been ﬁercely competitive, making Dermot Weld’s achievement of ﬁve victories particularly impressive. He won the inaugural running with Committed in 1985 before embarking on a remarkable run of four further victories between 1991 and 1994. In more recent years, Aidan O’Brien has emerged as the leading trainer, recording three wins, most recently with Fairyland in 2019. Michael Kinane has also etched his name into the race’s history books, holding the record with six victories. Four of those came in partnership with Dermot Weld, while he also triumphed aboard Ishiguru and Ringmoor Down in the early 2000s. More recently, Ryan Moore has been the jockey to follow and today rides Mission Central.

WIN AND YOU’RE IN Alongside the Moyglare Stud Stakes, the Flying Five is part of the Breeders’ Cup “Win and You’re In” programme. Victory in the race earns the winner an automatic berth in the $1,000,000 Breeders’ Cup Turf Sprint. Numerous horses have attempted to conquer America, but only Glass Slippers has completed the double. Trained by Kevin Ryan, she powered home down the Del Mar straight under Tom Eaves to defeat the American speedsters on their own turf.

MOST SUCCESSFUL? One of the ﬁnest winners of the race was Caravaggio, who landed the contest as a three-year-old. In 2022, Highﬁeld Princess established herself as the queen of the domestic sprinting scene. She boasts an outstanding résumé, with victories in the Prix Maurice de Gheest, Nunthorpe and this very race, highlighting a phenomenal career. Other notable winners include Benbaun, Reverence, Sole Power and Glass Slippers, all of whom have left their mark on this prestigious contest.

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FOURTH RACE 3.25P.M. THE BAR 1 BETTING FLYING FIVE STAKES OF €400,000 (GROUP 1)

Five Furlongs (1,000 metres) Flying Post

Stalls centre of course. Value to winner: €235600; Second: €80000; Third: €40000; Fourth: €20000; Fifth: €12000; Sixth: €8000.

(For Race Conditions see page 78) Br Breeding

B Breeder No

O Owner

F Form

J Jockey

Horse

T Trainer

HR Handicap Rating

Age st-lb (lbs)

AMERICAN AFFAIR (GB)

Draw

6 9-6 (132) (18)

Br B g Washington DC - Classy Anne (GB) (Orientor (GB)) J Daniel Tudhope

Jim Goldie (in GB) T Barraston Racing & J S Goldie O John McGrandles B

HR Handicap Rating 112 Groom - Alex Goldie F 020610

Has won nine races from 5f to 7f on ground varying from good to ﬁrm to good to soft. Beaten 5l behind Bacio at 5-1 when 12th of 18 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Coolmore City Of Troy Nunthorpe Stakes at York over 5f (good to soft) last month. Star Rating HHH Career Record 28 runs, 9 wins, 8 places Win Earnings €859,148.30 Days Since Last Run 23

Paul Mulrennan 10.1 5L 12th of 18 to Bacio (USA) 9.13 YORK 21 AUG Group 1 5f Gd /Sft Paul Mulrennan 9.4 won 1/2L nk from Rumstar (GB) 9.4 and Time For Sandals 9.1 GOODWOOD 31 JUL 15rn Group 2 5f Gd /Frm 0min 55.6sec Paul Mulrennan 9.1 1L 6th of 13 to Redorange (GB) 9.1 YORK 11 JUL Listed 5f Gd /Frm

BIG GOSSEY

(TStrap)

Br Gr g Gutaifan - Toy Show (Danehill (USA)) J Billy Lee

9 9-6 (132) (13) Charles O’Brien T Allegro Syndicate O Mr E Heary B

HR Handicap Rating 106 F 921259 Groom - Gary O’Brien

Has won 12 races from 5f to 7f on ground varying from good to soft - heavy and on the all-weather. Beaten 12l behind Loughrea at 25-1 when 9th of 17 on his latest outing here over 1m (good) last month. Star Rating HH Career Record 92 runs, 12 wins, 24 places Win Earnings €404,610.00 Days Since Last Run 15

25/1 HR107 Sam Coen 9.11 (TS) 11L 9th of 17 to Loughrea 9.0 here 29 AUG Ext hcp 1m Yld 7/2 HR107 Billy Lee 9.7 (TS) 21L last of 5 to Big Mojo 9.7 here 9 AUG Group 3 6f Gd/Frm 15/2 HR107 Billy Lee 9.10 (TS) 1 1/2L 2nd to Power Blue 9.3 here 19 JUL 7rn Group 2 7f Gd/Frm

COMANCHE BRAVE

4 9-6 (132) (15)

RACE FOUR

Br Br c Wootton Bassett (GB) - Ishvana (Holy Roman Emperor)Donnacha Aidan O’Brien T J Billy Loughnane

HR Handicap Rating 118 F 335171 Groom - Conor Scahill

Muhaideb A Almuhaideb O Whisperview Trading Ltd B

He has won four times from 6f to 7f on ground varying from good to ﬁrm to yielding. A winner at 11-1 in the Group 1 Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai July Cup Stakes at Newmarket over 6f (good to ﬁrm) on his latest outing in July, beating Venetian Sun by 1l. Has also won at Curragh this season. Star Rating HHHH Career Record 15 runs, 4 wins, 6 places Win Earnings €618,691.20 Days Since Last Run 64

Billy Loughnane 9.8 won 1L nk from Venetian Sun 8.13 and Satono Reve (JPN) 9.8 NEWMARKET 11 JUL 11rn Group 1 6f Gd /Frm 1min 9.9sec Pierre-Charles Boudot 9.5 2L 7th of 18 to Almeraq (GB) 9.5 ASCOT 20 JUN Group 1 6f Gd /Frm 7/4Fav HR110 Ryan Moore 9.5 won 2L 1/2L from Big Gossey 9.5 and James’s Delight 9.5 here 23 MAY 10rn Group 2 6f Gd 1min 9.6sec

COVER UP

(TStrap)

6 9-6 (132) (11)

Br B g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Hushing (GB) (Pivotal (GB))Simon & Ed Crisford (in GB) T J William Buick

HR Handicap Rating 109 Khalifa Saeed Sulaiman O F 138019 Godolphin B Groom - Seamus O’Gorman

Has won ten races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to ﬁrm to soft and on the all-weather. Beaten 4l behind Bacio at 25-1 when 9th of 18 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Coolmore City Of Troy Nunthorpe Stakes at York over 5f (good to soft) last month. Star Rating HHH Career Record 30 runs, 10 wins, 3 places Win Earnings €438,341.40 Days Since Last Run 23

William Buick 10.1 (TS) 4L 9th of 18 to Bacio (USA) 9.13 YORK 21 AUG Group 1 5f Gd /Sft 7/1 HR108 James Doyle 9.9 (TS) won 3/4L 1L from Partisan Hero 9.9 and Jakajaro 9.9 here 18 JUL 10rn Group 2 5f Gd/Frm 57.3sec James McDonald 9.7 (TS) 3L 13th of 26 to Mission Central 9.1 ASCOT 16 JUN Group 1 5f Gd /Frm

JAKAJARO

5 9-6 (132)

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Br B g Too Darn Hot (GB) - Summer Flower (Oasis Dream (GB)) Robert Cowell (in GB) T J Jamie Spencer

HR Handicap Rating 108 F 114530 Groom - Alam Tanbir

Mrs Fitri Hay O Godolphin B

He has won four times from 5f to 6f on good and soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 5l behind American Affair at 9-2 when 11th of 15 on his latest outing in the Group 2 King George Qatar Stakes at Goodwood over 5f (good to ﬁrm) in July. Has won at York and Newmarket this season. Star Rating HHH Career Record 35 runs, 4 wins, 7 places Win Earnings €72,678.20 Days Since Last Run 44

Jamie Spencer 9.4 5L 11th of 15 to American Affair (GB) 9.4 GOODWOOD 31 JUL Group 2 5f Gd /Frm 7/2 HR110 Jamie Spencer 9.9 3/4L 1L 3rd to Cover Up 9.9 here 18 JUL 10rn Group 2 5f Gd/Frm Jamie Spencer 9.7 1L 5th of 26 to Mission Central 9.1 ASCOT 16 JUN Group 1 5f Gd /Frm

JM JUNGLE

(Blinkers) 6 9-6 (132) (12)

Br B g Bungle Inthejungle (GB) - The Shrew (GB) (Dansili) John & Sean Quinn (in GB) T J Jason Hart

HR Handicap Rating 108 MPS Racing Ltd & The Ayrshire Tradesmen O Groom - Con Foley F 903571 Lodge Park Stud B

Winner of seven races at 5f on ground varying from good to ﬁrm to heavy. Won on his latest outing when 7-4fav at Beverley over 5f (heavy) last month, beating Argentine Tango by 1/2l. Star Rating HH Career Record 46 runs, 7 wins, 15 places Win Earnings €423,533.30 Days Since Last Run 14

Jason Hart 9.4 (BK) won 1/2L nk from Argentine Tango (GB) 9.0 and Badri (GB) 9.4 BEVERLEY 30 AUG 8rn Listed 5f Hvy 1min 5.7sec Jason Hart 10.1 (BK) 3L 7th of 18 to Bacio (USA) 9.13 YORK 21 AUG Group 1 5f Gd /Sft Jason Hart 9.4 2L 5th of 15 to American Affair (GB) 9.4 GOODWOOD 31 JUL Group 2 5f Gd /Frm 48

NIGHT RAIDER

5 9-6 (132)

Br Br g Dark Angel - Dorraar (Shamardal (USA)) J James Doyle

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K R Burke (in GB) T Wathnan Racing O Linden Bloodstock Ltd B

HR Handicap Rating 111 F 0-11006 Groom - Mark Simms

Winner of six races from 5f to 7f on good to ﬁrm and good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Finished 2 3/4l behind Bacio when sixth of 18 at 7-1 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Coolmore City Of Troy Nunthorpe Stakes at York over 5f (good to soft) last month. Has won at Haydock and Newmarket this season. Star Rating HHH Career Record 19 runs, 6 wins, 1 places Win Earnings €228,052.90 Days Since Last Run 23

James Doyle 10.1 3L 6th of 18 to Bacio (USA) 9.13 YORK 21 AUG Group 1 5f Gd /Sft James Doyle 9.7 5L 10th of 15 to American Affair (GB) 9.4 GOODWOOD 31 JUL Group 2 5f Gd /Frm James Doyle 9.7 2L 10th of 26 to Mission Central 9.1 ASCOT 16 JUN Group 1 5f Gd /Frm

PARTISAN HERO

(CPiece)

6 9-6 (132)

(3)

Br B g Muhaarar (GB) - Mad About You (Indian Ridge)

David Loughnane (in GB) T HR Handicap Rating 105 D Lowe & S Hoyland O J Silvestre De Sousa F 133270 Groom - Michelle Mullineux Moyglare Stud Farm Ltd B Winner of six races from 5f to 1m on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 7l behind Bacio at 66-1 when 15th of 18 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Coolmore City Of Troy Nunthorpe Stakes at York over 5f (good to soft) last month. Star Rating HH Career Record 31 runs, 6 wins, 14 places Win Earnings €109,944.80 Days Since Last Run 23

Tom Marquand 10.1 (CP) 7L 15th of 18 to Bacio (USA) 9.13 YORK 21 AUG Group 1 5f Gd /Sft Colin Keane 9.4 3L 7th of 15 to American Affair (GB) 9.4 GOODWOOD 31 JUL Group 2 5f Gd /Frm 14/1 HR104 Colin Keane 9.9 (CP) 3/4L 2nd to Cover Up 9.9 here 18 JUL 10rn Group 2 5f Gd/Frm

=RUMSTAR (GB)

6 9-6 (132) (17)

Br B g Havana Grey (GB) - Stellarta (GB) (Sakhee’s Secret (GB)) J Rob Hornby

HR Handicap Rating 112 Groom - Tyler Saunders F 0-20123

Jonathan Portman (in GB) T Vincent & Russell Ward O Whitsbury Manor Stud B

Winner of seven races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to ﬁrm to soft. Third of 18 behind Bacio beaten 1 1/2l at 22-1 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Coolmore City Of Troy Nunthorpe Stakes at York over 5f (good to soft) last month. Star Rating HHH Career Record 33 runs, 7 wins, 5 places Win Earnings €272,174.70 Days Since Last Run 23

Rob Hornby 10.1 1 1/4L ns 3rd to Bacio (USA) 9.13 YORK 21 AUG 18rn Group 1 5f Gd /Sft Rob Hornby 9.4 1/2L 2nd to American Affair (GB) 9.4 GOODWOOD 31 JUL 15rn Group 2 5f Gd /Frm Rob Hornby 9.5 won 1L hd from Luna A Inbhir Nis (GB) 9.2 and Partisan Hero 9.5 SANDOWN PARK 4 JUL 9rn Group 3 5f 10yds Gd /Frm 1min .3sec

STARLUST (GB)

5 9-6 (132) (10)

Br B Br c Zoustar (AUS) - Beyond Desire (GB) (Invincible Spirit) J Rossa Ryan

F 74-6042

Groom - Joao Cardosa

Ralph Beckett (in GB) T Mrs Fitri Hay O Branton Court Stud LLP B

Winner of six races from 5f to 6f on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 1 1/4l by Bacio when second of 18 at 25-1 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Coolmore City Of Troy Nunthorpe Stakes at York over 5f (good to soft) last month. Star Rating HHHH Career Record 25 runs, 6 wins, 7 places Win Earnings €601,998.90 Days Since Last Run 23

Rossa Ryan 10.1 1 1/4L 2nd to Bacio (USA) 9.13 YORK 21 AUG 18rn Group 1 5f Gd /Sft Rossa Ryan 9.1 (V) nk s/hd hd 4th to Redorange (GB) 9.1 YORK 11 JUL 13rn Listed 5f Gd /Frm Rossa Ryan 9.7 9L 23rd of 26 to Mission Central 9.1 ASCOT 16 JUN Group 1 5f Gd /Frm

J Wayne Lordan

(C,T)

3 9-5 (131) (16)

Br B c Wootton Bassett (GB) - Fond Words (Shamardal (USA))

BRUSSELS (GB)

A P O’Brien T

HR Handicap Rating 101 Mrs J Magnier,M Tabor,D Smith,Westerberg O Groom - Akshay Dondhe Haras des Trois Chapelles B F 2-64050

A winner at 6f on good ground. Beaten 6l behind American Affair at 28-1 when 12th of 15 on his latest outing in the Group 2 King George Qatar Stakes at Goodwood over 5f (good to ﬁrm) in July. Star Rating HH Career Record 12 runs, 1 wins, 4 places Win Earnings €17,700.00 Days Since Last Run 44

Ryan Moore 9.0 (CP) (TS) 6L 12th of 15 to American Affair (GB) 9.4 GOODWOOD 31 JUL Group 2 5f Gd /Frm 40/1 HR101 Wayne Lordan 9.5 (CP) (TS) 2 1/2L 5th of 10 to Cover Up 9.9 here 18 JUL Group 2 5f Gd/Frm R. P. Whelan 9.2 (CP) (TS) 13L 19th of 22 to Venetian Sun 8.13 ASCOT 19 JUN Group 1 6f Gd /Frm

CHARLES DARWIN

(Blinkers) 3 9-5 (131) (14)

Br B c No Nay Never (USA) - Muirin (Born To Sea) J Ronan Whelan

A P O’Brien T

HR Handicap Rating 103 Mrs J Magnier,M Tabor,D Smith,Westerberg O F 11-1800 Newstead Breeding B Groom - Anatolly Komisar

He has won four times from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to ﬁrm to soft. Beaten 17l behind Cover Up at 12-1 when last of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to ﬁrm) in July. Star Rating HHH Career Record 8 runs, 4 wins, 0 places Win Earnings €166,157.90 Days Since Last Run 57

12/1 HR107 Ryan Moore 9.5 (BK) 16L last of 10 to Cover Up 9.9 here 18 JUL Group 2 5f Gd/Frm W. M. Lordan 9.2 (BK) 9L 16th of 22 to Venetian Sun 8.13 ASCOT 19 JUN Group 1 6f Gd /Frm 1/1Fav HR110 Ryan Moore 9.8 8 3/4L last of 8 to Havana Anna (GB) 9.2 NAAS 17 MAY Group 3 5f 205yds Gd

MISSION CENTRAL

3 9-5 (131)

(4)

Br B g No Nay Never (USA) - Thar She Blows (Zoffany)

J Ryan Moore

A P O’Brien T HR Handicap Rating 113 Tabor,Smith,Magnier,Westerberg,Brant O F 0-11170 Gigginstown House Stud B Groom - Liah Corcoran

Winner of six races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to ﬁrm to good - yielding. Beaten 7l behind Bacio at 8-1 when 16th of 18 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Coolmore City Of Troy Nunthorpe Stakes at York over 5f (good to soft) last month. Has won 3 times this season. Star Rating HHH Career Record 11 runs, 6 wins, 0 places Win Earnings €717,628.30 Days Since Last Run 23

Ryan Moore 9.13 7L 16th of 18 to Bacio (USA) 9.13 YORK 21 AUG Group 1 5f Gd /Sft Ryan Moore 9.2 5L 7th of 11 to Comanche Brave 9.8 NEWMARKET 11 JUL Group 1 6f Gd /Frm Ryan Moore 9.1 won hd 3/4L from Rayevka 9.4 and Overpass (AUS) 9.7 ASCOT 16 JUN 26rn Group 1 5f Gd /Frm 0min 58.7sec 49

RACE FOUR

FOURTH RACE 3.25P.M. 14

GAZELLE D’OR

(CPiece)

4 9-3 (129)

(9)

Br B f Equiano (FR) - Via Aurelia (Antonius Pius (USA))

J Colin Keane

M C Grassick T HR Handicap Rating 94 Aidan Gleeson & Joseph E Keeling O Groom - Robbie Donnelly F 0-70224 Mrs Renata Coleman B

Winner of ﬁve races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to yielding - soft. Finished 4 1/2l behind Likedbymike when fourth of 8 at 4-1 on her latest outing at Cork over 5f (yielding) last month. Star Rating H

Career Record 22 runs, 5 wins, 6 places Win Earnings €87,910.00 Days Since Last Run 14

4/1 HR95 Billy Lee 9.2 (CP) 3/4L 1 1/4L 2 1/2L 4th to Likedbymike 9.2 CK 30 AUG 8rn Listed 5f Yld 7/2 HR97 Billy Lee 9.8 (CP) s/hd 2nd to Tango Flare 9.13 FAIR 5 JUN 7rn 6f Gd 40/1 HR86 Wayne Lordan 9.4 (CP) 1 1/2L 2nd to Mission Central 9.4 NAAS 17 MAY 10rn Listed 5f Gd

TIME FOR SANDALS

4 9-3 (129)

(5)

Br B f Sands of Mali (FR) - Days of Summer (Bachelor Duke (USA))Harry Eustace (in GB) T J Kieran Shoemark

HR Handicap Rating 107 F 580034 Groom - Travis Ford

D Bevan & Mrs D Bevan O Ballyhane B

Successful twice at 6f on good to ﬁrm ground and on the all-weather. Finished 2l behind Bacio when fourth of 18 at 25-1 on her latest outing in the Group 1 Coolmore City Of Troy Nunthorpe Stakes at York over 5f (good to soft) last month. Star Rating HHHHH Career Record 14 runs, 2 wins, 6 places €479,217.20 Days Since Last Run 23

Kieran Shoemark 9.12 1 1/4L ns 1/2L 4th to Bacio (USA) 9.13 YORK 21 AUG 18rn Group 1 5f Gd /Sft Kieran Shoemark 9.1 1/2L nk 3rd to American Affair (GB) 9.4 GOODWOOD 31 JUL 15rn Group 2 5f Gd /Frm Richard Kingscote 9.2 5L 12th of 18 to Almeraq (GB) 9.5 ASCOT 20 JUN Group 1 6f Gd /Frm

ARGENTINE TANGO (GB) (Blinkers) 3 9-2 (128) (8)

Br B f Mattmu (GB) - Showdanse (GB) (Showcasing (GB)) J David Allan

HR Handicap Rating 98 Groom - Paul Bradley F 466102

Tim Easterby (in GB) T Bearstone Stud Limited O Bearstone Stud B

She has won four times from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to ﬁrm to soft. Beaten 1/2l by Jm Jungle when second of 8 at 11-2 on her latest outing at Beverley over 5f (heavy) last month. She is wearing blinkers for the ﬁrst time. Star Rating HH Career Record 19 runs, 4 wins, 5 places €106,909.20 Days Since Last Run 14

David Allan 9.0 1/2L 2nd to Jm Jungle 9.4 BEVERLEY 30 AUG 8rn Listed 5f Hvy Tom Eaves 8.11 7L 14th of 15 to American Affair (GB) 9.4 GOODWOOD 31 JUL Group 2 5f Gd /Frm David Allan 9.0 won 1L ns from Coconut Cove 9.0 and Beautiful Diamond (GB) 9.9 AYR 20 JUN 15rn Listed 5f Sft 0min 59.2sec

RACE FOUR

IPANEMA QUEEN

3 9-2 (128)

(6)

Br B f Sands of Mali (FR) - No More Thrills (GB) (Dutch Art (GB))

J David Egan

Robson De Aguiar T HR Handicap Rating 92Stonestreet Stables, LLC & AMO Racing Limited O Groom - Josef Santos F 274681 Rathbride Farm B

She has won four times from 5f to 6f on good to ﬁrm and good ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 15-2 at Cork over 5f (good to ﬁrm) on her latest outing in July, beating Erosandpsyche by a short head. Star Rating HH Career Record 13 runs, 4 wins, 2 places Win Earnings €101,725.00 Days Since Last Run 51

15/2 HR92 Donagh O’Connor 9.2 won s/hd nk from Erosandpsyche 9.8 and Kendall Roy (GB) 10.2 CK 24 JUL 11rn Ext hcp 5f Gd/Frm 56.9sec 22/1 HR93 Dylan Browne McMonagle 9.2 7 3/4L 8th of 10 to Cover Up 9.9 here 18 JUL Group 2 5f Gd/Frm David Egan 8.13 6L 6th of 27 to Bacio (USA) 9.5 ASCOT 19 JUN hcp (0-105)5f Gd /Frm

SPICY MARG (GB)

3 9-2 (128)

(2)

Br B f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Main Desire (High Chaparral) J Tom Marquand

HR Handicap Rating 111 F 1-83279 Groom - Jay Mackay

Michael Bell (in GB) T Elb Bloodstock Ltd O Branton Court Stud LLP B

She has won three times from 5f to 6f on good to ﬁrm and good ground. Beaten 4l behind American Affair at 9-1 when 9th of 15 on her latest outing in the Group 2 King George Qatar Stakes at Goodwood over 5f (good to ﬁrm) in July. Star Rating HHH Career Record 12 runs, 3 wins, 1 places Win Earnings €94,201.50 Days Since Last Run 44

Tom Marquand 8.11 4L 9th of 15 to American Affair (GB) 9.4 GOODWOOD 31 JUL Group 2 5f Gd /Frm Hector Crouch 9.0 6L 7th of 13 to Flora of Bermuda 9.6 YORK 10 JUL Group 3 6f Gd /Frm Tom Marquand 8.13 hd 2nd to Venetian Sun 8.13 ASCOT 19 JUN 22rn Group 1 6f Gd /Frm

= Denotes Supplementary Entry

Denotes second entry Blinkers worn by No. 6, No. 12, No. 16. C,T worn by No. 11. CPiece worn by No. 8, No. 14. TStrap worn by No. 2, No. 4. Probable Starting Prices - 11/4 Comanche Brave, 11/2 Time For Sandals, 13/2 Rumstar (GB), 15/2 American Affair (GB), Jakajaro, Mission Central, 10/1 Starlust (GB), 12/1 Night Raider, 20/1 Cover Up, Charles Darwin, Spicy Marg (GB), 33/1 Jm Jungle, Partisan Hero, Brussels (GB), 66/1 Big Gossey, Gazelle D’or, Argentine Tango (GB), Ipanema Queen

2025 - 1st Arizona Blaze (GB) 2nd Nighteyes 3rd Bucanero Fuerte (GB) (59 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT TIME FOR SANDALS was desperately unlucky in the Nunthorpe and would have gone very close had she secured a clear passage, but can gain compensation on this occasion. Harry Eustace’s filly does have something to find with the July Cup winner Comanche Brave, though, and will need to be at the top of her game again. Starlust (second) and Rumstar (third) finished ahead of the selection on the Knavesmire and neither can be underestimated but nor can Night Raider, who should be well suited by this course and distance.

WIN: TIME FOR SANDALS

DANGER: Comanche Brave 50

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The Goffs Vincent O’Brien National Stakes

FACT FILE: A LOOK BACK AT LAST YEAR’S RACE

Zavateri maintained his unbeaten record, adding to back-to-back Group 2 wins in Britain with another terrier-like performance to strike on this first try at the top level. All the rage in the market was around the short-priced favourite Gstaad, who ran with plenty of credit under Christophe Soumillon to finish second. The pair battled out the finish to pull nicely clear of Italy, and were only separated by a head.

DISTANCE

Seven Furlongs (1,400 metres)

PRIZE MONEY

€400,000 €236,000 - Winner

WHY IS IT AN IMPORTANT RACE? Run over a distance of seven furlongs, this race regularly attracts the leading juvenile talent from both Ireland and Great Britain. As a result, it has become a reliable indicator of future Guineas winners, with many participants going on to excel over longer trips as they mature. Notable recent examples include Churchill, Gleneagles, Dawn Approach, George Washington.

HISTORY OF THE RACE First established in 1849, the race was originally known as the National Produce Stakes before later becoming the National Stakes. The inaugural running, held more than 170 years ago, was won by a horse named Chatterbox. Initially classiﬁed as a Group 2 race, the National Stakes was elevated to Group 1 status in 1985. It became part of the prestigious Irish Champions Weekend ﬁxture in 2014. 52

MOST IMPRESSIVE PERFORMANCE ? In a remarkable performance, Godolphin’s exceptional colt Pinatubo demolished his rivals by an astonishing nine lengths in the 2019 renewal. He travelled effortlessly throughout the race and unleashed a devastating turn of foot to leave a ﬁeld of high-class juveniles trailing in his wake.

LEADING

JOCKEYS

The late Lester Piggott left an indelible mark on the National Stakes, winning the race four times between Cellini in 1973 and Fatherland in 1992. That impressive tally was later matched by another riding legend, Michael Kinane, who also recorded four victories during his illustrious 34-year career, with his most memorable coming aboard the brilliant Hawk Wing. Among the current jockeys, William Buick leads the way with three wins in the famous Godolphin blue. Close behind are Ryan Moore and Declan McDonogh, both with two victories apiece.

HOW DO BRITISH RUNNERS FARE?

Despite Ballydoyle’s dominance in recent decades, Britishtrained runners have maintained a respectable record in the National Stakes. Barry Hills struck with Tap On Wood in 1978, followed eight years later by Lockton’s victory in 1986. In more recent times, Godolphin enjoyed a golden spell, capturing the race with Quorto in 2018, the brilliant Pinatubo in 2019, and Native Trail in 2021 - bringing their short but impactful run to a close, while Zavateri ﬂew the ﬂag again for Britain again last year.

LEADING TRAINERS? Vincent O’Brien holds a long-standing record in the National Stakes, having saddled an incredible 15 winners - a benchmark that has stood for decades. His dominance began with Sir Ivor in 1967 and included a remarkable hat-trick of successes from 1971 to 1973. His ﬁnal triumphs came with El Prado in 1991 and Fatherland in 1992, just before his retirement from racing in 1994. However, that historic record is now under serious threat from Aidan O’Brien and the modern-day Coolmore operation. Over the past 28 years, Aidan has trained twelve National Stakes winners - an extraordinary achievement in its own right. His roll of honour includes generational talents such as Mastercraftsman, Gleneagles and Churchill. In this year’s renewal, he looks to Florida Bay, Giant Sequoia and the Acomb Stakes winner Haffner.

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FIFTH RACE 4.00P.M. THE GOFFS VINCENT O’BRIEN NATIONAL STAKES OF €400,000 (GROUP 1)

Seven Furlongs (1,400 metres) Rathbride Post

Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €235600; Second: €80000; Third: €40000; Fourth: €20000; Fifth: €12000; Sixth: €8000.

(For Race Conditions see page 78) Br Breeding

B Breeder No

O Owner

F Form

J Jockey

Horse

DR RASCAL (GB)

T Trainer

HR Handicap Rating

Age st-lb (lbs)

Draw

2 9-5 (131)

(3)

Br B c Sottsass (FR) - Litte Miss Rascal (GB) (Zoffany)

J Kaiya Fraser

Oliver Cole (in GB) T HR Handicap Rating 111 Charlie Rosier & Mrs Julia Rosier O Groom - Irineau Gonclaves Charlie Rosier & Mrs Julia Rosier B F 111

He has won three times at 7f on good to ﬁrm and good ground. A winner at 13-2 in the Group 2 Coral Vintage Stakes at Goodwood over 7f (good) on his latest outing in July, beating Haffner by 1/2l. Has won 3 times this season. Star Rating HHHH Career Record 3 runs, 3 wins, 0 places Win Earnings €154,156.30 Days Since Last Run 47

Kaiya Fraser 9.3 won 1/2L s/hd from Haffner (USA) 9.3 and Al Hudaiba (GB) 9.6 GOODWOOD 28 JUL 6rn Group 2 7f Gd 1min 26.5sec Kaiya Fraser 9.7 won 2 1/4L 3 3/4L from Rising Tiger 9.4 and Mia Fantasia 9.7 ASCOT 11 JUL 8rn 7f Gd /Frm 1min 26.2sec Kaiya Fraser 9.4 won 1 1/4L 3 1/4L from Eighth Immortal 9.7 and Duke of Burgundy (GB) 9.1 LEICESTER 13 JUN 9rn mdn 7f Gd 1min 25.7sec

FLORIDA BAY

2 9-5 (131)

(1)

Br B c Mehmas - Ripponette (FR) (Le Havre)

J Ronan Whelan

A P O’Brien T HR Handicap Rating 106 Magnier,Tabor,Smith,Westerberg,Brant O F 31412 Kennedy,Wall & Nwc Bloodstock B Groom - Alex Ryan

Successful twice at 7f on good ground. Beaten 1/2l by Giant Sequoia when second of 6 at 9-4 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month. Star Rating HHH Career Record 5 runs, 2 wins, 1 places Win Earnings €54,188.00 Days Since Last Run 22

9/4 HR106 Ronan Whelan 9.5 1/2L 2nd to Giant Sequoia (USA) 9.5 here 22 AUG 6rn Group 2 7f Gd 7/2 HR95 Wayne Lordan 9.5 won 1 1/4L 3 1/4L from Folsom Blues 9.5 and Aix La Chapelle (USA)(disq) 9.5 LEP 23 JUL 6rn Group 3 7f Gd 1min 25.8sec 4/6Fav J. Cleary 9.6 3/4L 1 1/2L 3/4L 4th to Dancing Destiny 8.7 NAAS 4 JUL 7rn Listed 1m Gd

FOLSOM BLUES

2 9-5 (131)

Br B c Blue Point - Liwa Palace (GB) (Oasis Dream (GB)) J J M Sheridan

HR Handicap Rating 113 Groom - Aoife Monahan F 3122

(8)

Joseph Patrick O’Brien T Al Shira’aa Racing O Al Shira’aa Racing Limited B

A winner at 7f on soft ground. Beaten 1 1/4l by Sun Goddess when second of 8 at 15-2 on his latest outing here over 6f (good to ﬁrm) last month. Star Rating HHH Career Record 4 runs, 1 wins, 3 places Win Earnings €12,958.00 Days Since Last Run 35

RACE FIVE

15/2 HR103 Dylan Browne McMonagle 9.5 1 1/4L 2nd to Sun Goddess 9.2 here 9 AUG 8rn Group 1 6f Gd/Frm 6/4Fav Dylan Browne McMonagle 9.5 1 1/4L 2nd to Florida Bay 9.5 LEP 23 JUL 6rn Group 3 7f Gd 4/9Fav Dylan Browne McMonagle 9.7 won 7 1/2L 3 3/4L from Lunar Empress 9.2 and Wo Wo Never 9.7 GOW 12 JUN 9rn mdn 7f Sft 1min 31.9sec

GIANT SEQUOIA (USA)

2 9-5 (131)

(4)

Br B c Frankel (GB) - Pink Dogwood (Camelot (GB))

J Ryan Moore

A P O’Brien T HR Handicap Rating 108 Resolute Racing, Coolmore, Westerberg O Groom - Yvonne Zurcher F 311 Resolute Bloodstock LLC B

Successful twice at 7f on good to ﬁrm and good ground. Won on his latest outing when 2-1fav over this course and distance (good) last month, beating Florida Bay by 1/2l. Star Rating HHHHH Career Record 3 runs, 2 wins, 0 places Win Earnings €94,240.00 Days Since Last Run 22

2/1Fav Wayne Lordan 9.5 won 1/2L 3/4L from Florida Bay 9.5 and Green Dreamer 9.5 here 22 AUG 6rn Group 2 7f Gd 1min 24.4sec 4/9Fav Ryan Moore 9.5 won 2 1/4L 3 3/4L from Oklahoma (USA) 9.5 and Shakespeare (GB) 9.0 here 27 JUN 8rn mdn 7f Gd/Frm 1min 26.9sec 4/9Fav Ryan Moore 9.7 1 1/2L 1 3/4L 3rd to Aix La Chapelle (USA) 9.7 here 3 JUN 6rn mdn 7f Gd/Yld

=HAFFNER (USA)

2 9-5 (131)

(7)

Br B c Justify (USA) - Earth Strike (Zoffany)

J Wayne Lordan

A P O’Brien T HR Handicap Rating 111 P Brant,Coolmore,Westerberg,B Smith O Groom - Vedish Geerdharry D J Stables & Justify Syndicate B F 2121

Successful twice at 7f on good to ﬁrm and good ground. Won on his latest outing when 11-8fav in the Group 3 Tattersalls Acomb Stakes at York over 7f (good) last month, beating Gentle Hurricane by 2l. Has also won at Newmarket this season. Star Rating HHHH Career Record 4 runs, 2 wins, 2 places Win Earnings €126,512.50 Days Since Last Run 25

Ryan Moore 9.3 won 2L 1/2L from Gentle Hurricane 9.3 and Trean 9.3 YORK 19 AUG 10rn Group 3 7f Gd 1min 25.9sec Ryan Moore 9.3 1/2L 2nd to Dr Rascal (GB) 9.3 GOODWOOD 28 JUL 6rn Group 2 7f Gd Ryan Moore 9.2 won 1 1/2L 1 1/2L from Al Wathba (FR) 9.2 and Velociraptor (GB) 9.2 NEWMARKET 11 JUL 7rn mdn 7f Gd /Frm 1min 26.6sec

=MONOGRAM (GB)

2 9-5 (131)

(2)

Br B c Kingman (GB) - Pocket Square (GB) (Night Of Thunder) Joseph Patrick O’Brien T J Colin Keane

F 1

Groom - Javed Khan

Juddmonte O Juddmonte Farms Inc B

Full brother to Life Study, won at 1m 1f. Won on his latest outing when 4-6fav over this course and distance (good) last month, beating Salt Lake by a short head. Star Rating HHHH Career Record 1 runs, 1 wins, 0 places Win Earnings €12,958.00 Days Since Last Run 22

4/6Fav Dylan Browne McMonagle 9.7 won s/hd 3 3/4L from Salt Lake 9.7 and Noble Exhibit 9.2 here 22 AUG 16rn mdn 7f Gd 1min 25.9sec

PORTO VECCHIO

2 9-5 (131)

Br B c Frankel (GB) - Joailliere (Dubawi) J Chris Hayes

F 1

Groom - Dean Finnott

(5)

D K Weld T Moyglare Stud Farm O Moyglare Stud Farm B

Full brother to Homeless Songs, won three times at 7f and 1m including a Group 1 race. A winner at 9-1 over this course and distance (good to ﬁrm) on his latest outing in July, beating Victory Speech by 1/2l. Star Rating HHH Career Record 1 runs, 1 wins, 0 places Win Earnings €14,725.00 Days Since Last Run 57

9/1 Chris Hayes 9.5 won 1/2L 1 1/4L from Victory Speech 9.5 and Anchor Road 9.5 here 18 JUL 6rn mdn 7f Gd/Frm 1min 27.8sec

TREAN

2 9-5 (131)

Br B c Bayside Boy - Wondrous Words (Lope de Vega) J Billy Lee

HR Handicap Rating 105 Groom - Amar Singh F 3013

(6)

P Twomey T Red Lily Racing Syndicate O Ballylinch Stud B

A winner at 7f on yielding ground. Third of 10 behind Haffner beaten 2 1/2l at 9-2 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Tattersalls Acomb Stakes at York over 7f (good) last month. Star Rating HH Career Record 4 runs, 1 wins, 2 places Win Earnings €12,958.00 Days Since Last Run 25

W. J. Lee 9.3 (H) 2L 1/2L 3rd to Haffner (USA) 9.3 YORK 19 AUG 10rn Group 3 7f Gd 11/4 Billy Lee 9.5 (H) won 4 3/4L 3L from City Of Gold (GB) 9.5 and Hmas Perth (USA) 9.0 GAL 27 JUL 8rn mdn 7f Yld 1min 31.7sec 13/8 Billy Lee 9.7 (H) 9 3/4L 10th of 12 to Abraham Lincoln (GB) 9.7 here 26 JUN mdn 6f Gd

= Denotes Supplementary Entry

Denotes second entry Probable Starting Prices - 2/1 Monogram (GB), 7/2 Giant Sequoia (USA), 4/1 Haffner (USA), 9/2 Dr Rascal (GB), 12/1 Folsom Blues, 16/1 Florida Bay, Porto Vecchio, 33/1 Trean

2025 - 1st Zavateri 2nd Gstaad (GB) 3rd Italy (GB) (1 min. 26.7 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT Monogram’s debut win over this C&D could be the precursor to bigger things. The son of Kingman needs a big step forward in this much deeper event, but he might well possess the quality to do just that. However, both the Futurity Stakes winner GIANT SEQUOIA and Haffner, who impressed when winning the Acomb at York, have more proven credentials. The former is already a dual track-and-trip winner and boasts the stronger profile at this stage. The Vintage Stakes winner Dr Rascal is another must for consideration.

DANGER: Monogram

RACE FIVE

WIN: GIANT SEQUOIA

RACE SPONSOR Henry Beeby, Goffs Group Chief Executive, and Eimear Mulhern, Goffs Chairman, will present trophies to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. Goffs will also present €250 to the groom in charge of the horse judged to be best turned out, €150 to the horse judged as the second best and €100 to the third best. Representatives of the O’Brien family will present the Vincent O’Brien Perpetual Trophy to the winning owner.

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The Comer Group International Irish St Leger

FACT FILE: A LOOK BACK AT LAST YEAR’S RACE

Al Riffa had proved well suited to stepping up to this trip when landing the Curragh Cup and took this just as easily. Dylan Browne McMonagle cruised into contention after giving the five-year-old a patient ride, putting a strong field to the sword by four lengths. Almiloc improved again in defeat after a positive ride from Rossa Ryan, holding fellow British raider Al Qareem by half a length, while the favourite Illinois failed to fire in seventh.

DISTANCE

One mile and six furlongs (2,800 metres)

PRIZE MONEY

€500,000 €285,000 - Winner

WHY IS IT AN IMPORTANT RACE? Unlike its British counterpart, this race gives an opportunity for the classic generation to be pitted against their older rivals. Since 2014, there have been 3 three-year-olds to win the race, the latest being Search For A Song back in 2019.

DUAL WINNERS Since the Comer Group International Irish St. Leger became an open-age race in 1983, it has produced several repeat winners. The most successful of them all is Vinnie Roe, who claimed victory on four consecutive occasions from 2001 to 2004. Vintage Crop became the ﬁrst dual winner of the race, securing back-to-back victories in 1993 and 1994. He has since been followed by other notable multiple winners, including Kayf Tara, Order of St George, Search For A Song and, most recently, Kyprios. 58

CLOSEST FINISH The closest ﬁnish in the race’s history occurred in 2011, when Duncan and Jukebox Jury could not be separated by the judge, resulting in a dead heat. The pair emerged clear at the top of the straight and engaged in what was arguably the most ﬁercely contested battle the race has ever seen. It appeared that Jukebox Jury had done just enough to prevail, but a late surge from Duncan ensured they crossed the line together.

LEADING

Vincent O’Brien and Dermot Weld share the distinction of being the most successful trainers in the history of this race, with nine victories apiece. Vincent O’Brien’s ﬁnal win came in 1988 with Dark Lomond, capping a remarkable career. Dermot Weld, meanwhile, trained the race’s most successful horse, Vinnie Roe, as well as two other dual winners, Vintage Crop and Search For A Song. Aidan O’Brien is close behind with seven wins to his name, the latest coming when Kyprios secured his second victory in the race. As Aidan bids to join the elite force of the past, can Scandinavia, Jan Brueghel or Queenstown help aid his cause here?

TRAINERS?

ON THE CLOCK Over the past 20 renewals, the fastest winning time was recorded in 2014 by Brown Panther, who completed the race in 2:57.15. Trained by Tom Dascombe and ridden by Richard Kingscote, he posted the best time during this time period. In contrast, the slowest winning time came in 2009, when Alandi, ridden by Mick Kinane, crossed the ﬁnish line in 3:14.82, due to the softer ground.

LEADING RIDER? Morny Wing remains the benchmark for all jockeys aspiring to become the leading rider in the race’s history. His ﬁrst victory was recorded over a century ago, yet no one has managed to surpass his remarkable tally of seven wins. Pat Smullen and Mick Kinane both came close, each securing four victories. Among the current generation, Ryan Moore leads the way with three wins to his name and today Ryan will look to add to his impressive tally aboard Scandinavia.

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SIXTH RACE 4.35P.M.

1m 6f

THE COMER GROUP INTERNATIONAL IRISH ST. LEGER OF €500,000 (GROUP 1)

Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €284500; Second: €100000; Third: €50000; Fourth: €25000; Fifth: €15000; Sixth: €10000; Seventh: €5000.

(For Race Conditions see page 78) Br Breeding

B Breeder

O Owner

F Form

Horse

ARABIAN FORCE

J Jockey

(C,T)

T Trainer

One Mile and Six Furlongs (2,800 metres) HR Handicap Rating

Age st-lb (lbs)

Draw

4 9-10 (136)

(4)

Br Ch c Lope de Vega - October Queen (Iffraaj)

J Tom Marquand

William Haggas (in GB) T HR Handicap Rating 109 Sheikh Rashid Dalmook Al Maktoum O Groom - Sasid Alan F 233-233 Rabbah Bloodstock Limited B

Successful at 1m and 1m 2f on good to firm ground. Third of 6 behind Mount Atlas beaten 2l at 9-4 on his latest outing in the Group 3 John Smith’s Silver Cup Stakes at York over 1m 6f (good to firm) in July. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time. Star Rating HHH Career Record 10 runs, 2 wins, 3 places Win Earnings €10,551.70 Days Since Last Run 64

Jason Hart 9.0 (TS) hd 1 3/4L 3rd to Mount Atlas (GB) 9.0 YORK 11 JUL 6rn Group 3 1m 5f 188yds Gd /Frm Tom Marquand 9.2 nk 11L 3rd to Kalpana (GB) 9.6 NEWBURY 16 MAY 5rn Group 3 1m 4f Gd C. Soumillon 9.0 1/2L 2nd to Zarraf (FR) 9.0 PARISLONGCHAMP 12 APR 8rn Listed 1m 4f Gd

JAN BRUEGHEL

5 9-10 (136)

(2)

Br B c Galileo - Devoted To You (Danehill Dancer)

J Ronan Whelan

A P O’Brien T HR Handicap Rating 120 Westerberg,Mrs J Magnier,M Tabor,D Smith O F 214-124 Barronstown Stud B Groom - Mick Moloney

Winner of six races from 1m 2f to 1m 6f on ground varying from good to ﬁrm to yielding - soft. Finished 3 1/2l behind Giavellotto when fourth of 12 at 6-1 on his latest outing in the Group 2 Hardwicke Stakes at Ascot over 1m 4f (good to ﬁrm) in June. Star Rating HHHH Career Record 10 runs, 6 wins, 2 places Win Earnings €1,090,723.90 Days Since Last Run 85

Ryan Moore 9.3 s/hd 1 3/4L 1 1/2L 4th to Giavellotto 9.3 ASCOT 20 JUN 12rn Group 2 1m 3f 211yds Gd /Frm Ryan Moore 9.2 10L 2nd to Bay City Roller 9.2 EPSOM DOWNS 6 JUN 6rn Group 1 1m 4f 6yds Gd /Sft Ryan Moore 9.2 won 2 1/2L 2 3/4L from Mount Atlas (GB) 9.2 and Illinois 9.2 CHESTER 7 MAY 7rn Group 3 1m 5f 84yds Gd 2min 48.2sec

LEINSTER

(TStrap)

Br B g Camelot (GB) - Black Envy (GB) (Kingman (GB)) J J M Sheridan

HR Handicap Rating 104 F 19-4453 Groom - Absar Alan

5 9-10 (136)

(1)

Joseph Patrick O’Brien T Al Shira’aa Racing O Al Shira’aa Farms S A R L B

He has won three times from 1m 2f to 1m 6f on good and soft ground. Third of 6 behind Queenstown beaten 7l at 7-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month. Star Rating HH

Career Record 12 runs, 3 wins, 2 places Win Earnings €54,870.00 Days Since Last Run 22

7/1 HR105 Declan McDonogh 9.9 (TS) 4 1/2L 2 3/4L 3rd to Queenstown 9.9 here 22 AUG 6rn Group 3 1m 6f Gd 3/1Fav HR105 J.M. Sheridan 9.12 12L 5th of 10 to Layfayette 9.9 LIM 19 JUN Listed 1m 4f 70yds Sft 5/1 HR105 Dylan Browne McMonagle 9.8 1/2L 3/4L 2 1/4L 4th to Scandinavia (USA) 9.10 LEP 15 MAY 6rn Group 3 1m 6f Gd

=QUEENSTOWN

(Blinkers) 6 9-10 (136)

(5)

Br B g Galileo - Where (Danehill Dancer)

J Wayne Lordan

A P O’Brien T HR Handicap Rating 110 Mrs J Magnier,M Tabor,D Smith,Westerberg O F 36332-1 Coolmore B Groom - Bart O’Gorman

Successful at 1m 4f and 1m 6f on good and heavy ground. A winner at 9-1 over this course and distance (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Kizlyar by 4 1/2l. Star Rating HHH

RACE SIX

Career Record 16 runs, 2 wins, 7 places Win Earnings €50,080.00 Days Since Last Run 22

9/1 HR110 Wayne Lordan 9.9 (BK) won 4 1/2L 2 3/4L from Kizlyar 9.9 and Leinster 9.9 here 22 AUG 6rn Group 3 1m 6f Gd 2min 58.6sec Christophe Soumillon 9.4 (BK) 2L 2nd to Arrow Eagle (FR) 9.4 SAINT-CLOUD 26 OCT 25 7rn Group 1 1m 7f 110yds Sft /Hvy Christophe Soumillon 9.2 (BK) 1 3/4L 1 1/4L 3rd to Caballo de Mar 9.2 PARISLONGCHAMP 4 OCT 25 8rn Group 1 2m 4f Sft /Hvy

SCANDINAVIA (USA)

(CPiece)

4 9-10 (136)

(7)

Br B Br c Justify (USA) - Fabulous (Galileo)

J Ryan Moore

A P O’Brien T HR Handicap Rating 125 Michael Tabor & Derrick Smith & Mrs John Magnier O Groom - Aaron Moloney F 11-1111 Orpendale/Chelston/Wynatt B

Has won eight races from 1m 2f to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to ﬁrm to soft. Won on his latest outing when 6-5fav in the Group 1 Al Shaqab Goodwood Cup Stakes at Goodwood over 2m (good) in July, beating Trawlerman by 9l. Star Rating HHHHH Career Record 12 runs, 8 wins, 2 places Win Earnings €1,817,993.60 Days Since Last Run 47

Ryan Moore 9.12 (CP) won 8 1/2L 3/4L from Trawlerman 9.12 and Rahiebb (GB) 9.12 GOODWOOD 28 JUL 8rn Group 1 2m Gd 3min 23.5sec Ryan Moore 9.3 (CP) won hd 9L from Trawlerman 9.4 and Sweet William 9.4 ASCOT 18 JUN 11rn Group 1 2m 3f 210yds Gd /Frm 4min 18.5sec 2/9Fav HR117 Ryan Moore 9.10 (CP) won 1/2L 3/4L from Happy Pharoah 9.5 and Le Destrier 9.5 LEP 15 MAY 6rn Group 3 1m 6f Gd 3min .9sec

TENNESSEE STUD

(CPiece)

4 9-10 (136)

(6)

Br B c Wootton Bassett (GB) - In My Dreams (Sadler’s Wells (USA))

J Colin Keane

Joseph Patrick O’Brien T HR Handicap Rating 107 Westerberg,Tabor,Magnier,Smith O Groom - Chand Khan F 441-036 Mrs Ann Marie O’Brien B

He has won three times from 1m 1f to 1m 7f. Finished 11l behind Trustyourinstinct when last of 6 at 16-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to ﬁrm) in July. He is wearing cheekpieces for the ﬁrst time. Star Rating HH Career Record 12 runs, 3 wins, 2 places Win Earnings €257,780.00 Days Since Last Run 56

16/1 HR109 J.M. Sheridan 9.11 10L last of 6 to Trustyourinstinct 9.11 here 19 JUL Group 2 1m 6f 4yds Gd/Frm 5/2 HR112 Declan McDonogh 9.10 2 1/4L 4 1/4L 3rd to Carmers 9.10 DRYL 29 MAY 5rn Listed 2m Gd Ryan Moore 9.1 5 1/2L 10th of 11 to Sons And Lovers (GB) 9.2 RIYADH 14 FEB hcp Group 2 1m 7f Gd /Frm 62

Shamardal (USA) Lope de Vega (IRE) Lady Vettori (GB) Iffraaj (GB) 1. ARABIAN FORCE (IRE)

October Queen (IRE) Serena’s Storm (IRE) Sadler’s Wells (USA) Galileo (IRE) Urban Sea (USA) Danehill Dancer (IRE)

2. JAN BRUEGHEL (IRE)

Devoted To You (IRE) Alleged Devotion (USA) Montjeu (IRE) Camelot (GB) Tarfah (USA) Kingman (GB)

3. LEINSTER (IRE)

Black Envy (GB) Making Eyes (IRE) Sadler’s Wells (USA) Galileo (IRE) Urban Sea (USA) Danehill Dancer (IRE)

4. QUEENSTOWN (IRE)

Where (IRE) Virginia Waters (USA) Scat Daddy (USA) Justify (USA) Stage Magic (USA) Galileo (IRE)

5. SCANDINAVIA (USA)

Fabulous (IRE) Mariah’s Storm (USA) Iffraaj (GB) Wootton Bassett (GB) Balladonia (GB) Sadler’s Wells (USA)

6. TENNESSEE STUD (IRE)

In My Dreams (IRE) Offshore Boom

Giant’s Causeway (USA) Helsinki (GB) Vettori (IRE) Lady Golconda (FR) Zafonic (USA) Pastorale (GB) Statue of Liberty (USA) Princess Serena (USA) Northern Dancer Fairy Bridge (USA) Miswaki (USA) Allegretta Danehill (USA) Mira Adonde (USA) Alleged (USA) Morning Devotion (USA) Sadler’s Wells (USA) Floripedes (FR) Kingmambo (USA) Fickle (GB) Invincible Spirit (IRE) Zenda (GB) Dansili (GB) Lady’s View (USA) Northern Dancer Fairy Bridge (USA) Miswaki (USA) Allegretta Danehill (USA) Mira Adonde (USA) Kingmambo (USA) Legend Maker (IRE) Johannesburg (USA) Love Style (USA) Ghostzapper (USA) Magical Illusion (USA) Sadler’s Wells (USA) Urban Sea (USA) Rahy (USA) Immense (USA) Zafonic (USA) Pastorale (GB) Primo Dominie Susquehanna Days (USA) Northern Dancer Fairy Bridge (USA) Be My Guest (USA) Push A Button

SIXTH RACE 4.35P.M. 7

TRUSTYOURINSTINCT

6 9-10 (136)

Br Ch g Churchill - Gussy Goose (Danehill Dancer)

Joseph Patrick O’Brien T John P McManus O Mrs Noreen McManus B

HR Handicap Rating 113 J Declan McDonogh F 6-72121 Groom - Shannon Anderson

(3)

Has won eight races from 1m 1f to 1m 6f on ground varying from good to ﬁrm to yielding; has also won a hurdle. A winner at 13-2 over this course and distance (good to ﬁrm) on his latest outing in July, beating Happy Pharoah by 3/4l. Star Rating HHHH Career Record 20 runs, 8 wins, 6 places Win Earnings €267,417.00 Days Since Last Run 56

13/2 HR109 Declan McDonogh 9.11 won 3/4L 3/4L from Happy Pharoah 9.11 and Al Riffa (FR) 9.11 here 19 JUL 6rn Group 2 1m 6f 4yds Gd/Frm 2min 58.3sec 17/2 HR109 J.M. Sheridan 9.9 3/4L 2nd to Purview (GB) 9.9 here 28 JUN 7rn Group 3 1m 2f Gd 1/12Fav HR109 Dylan Browne McMonagle 9.13 won 1 1/2L 6L from Leopold The First 9.10 and Tiberius Thunder 9.13 GOW 12 JUN 4rn 1m 1f 100yds Yld 2min 9.1sec

= Denotes Supplementary Entry

Blinkers worn by No. 4. C,T worn by No. 1. CPiece worn by No. 5, No. 6. TStrap worn by No. 3. Probable Starting Prices - 4/11 Scandinavia (USA), 5/1 Jan Brueghel, 7/1 Trustyourinstinct, 20/1 Queenstown, 33/1 Arabian Force, 50/1 Tennessee Stud, 66/1 Leinster

2025 - 1st Al Riffa (FR) 2nd Amiloc (GB) 3rd Al Qareem (2 min. 59.8 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT The glaring omission on the resume of SCANDINAVIA is a win at the Curragh and the high-class son of Justify is strongly fancied to put that right here. Having only tasted defeat once in his last nine starts, this four-time Group 1 winner is very hard to oppose after adding the Gold Cup at Royal Ascot and another Goodwood Cup to his portfolio. Jan Brueghel and Queenstown are high-calibre stable companions of last year’s St Leger winner and boast solid credentials. However, Trustyourinstinct is highly consistent and he could be a bigger danger.

WIN: SCANDINAVIA

DANGER: Trustyourinstinct

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RACE SIX

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Sadler’s Wells (USA) Urban Sea (USA) Storm Cat (USA) Airwave (GB) Danehill (USA) Mira Adonde (USA) Charnwood Forest (IRE) Abstraction (GB)

Galileo (IRE) Churchill (IRE) Meow (IRE) Danehill Dancer (IRE) 7. TRUSTYOURINSTINCT (IRE)

Gussy Goose (IRE) Noahs Ark (IRE)

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SEVENTH RACE 5.10P.M.

1m 2f

THE MOYGLARE ‘’JEWELS’’ BLANDFORD STAKES OF €200,000 (GROUP 2)

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

Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €117800; Second: €40000; Third: €20000; Fourth: €10000; Fifth: €6000; Sixth: €4000.

(For Race Conditions see page 78) Br Breeding

B Breeder

O Owner

F Form

Horse

RED LETTER (GB)

J Jockey

T Trainer

HR Handicap Rating Age

st-lb

(lbs)

Draw

9-8

(134)

(3)

(TStrap)

Br Gr f Frankel (GB) - Red Impression (GB) (Dark Angel) J Colin Keane

G M Lyons T Juddmonte O Juddmonte Farms Ltd B

HR Handicap Rating 110 F 13-3236

She has won three times from 7f to 1m 1f on ground varying from good to soft. Finished 8l behind Aventure when sixth of 10 at 18-1 on her latest outing in the Group 1 Sumbe Prix Jean et Louis Romanet at Deauville over 1m 2f (soft) last month. Star Rating HHH Career Record 12 runs, 3 wins, 5 places Win Earnings €76,700.00 Days Since Last Run 21

Colin Keane 9.4 (CP) 7 3/4L 6th of 10 to Aventure 9.4 DEAUVILLE 23 AUG Group 1 1m 2f Sft 17/2 HR108 Colin Keane 9.12 1 1/2L 1/2L 3rd to Estrange 9.12 here 27 JUN 8rn Group 1 1m 2f Gd/Frm Colin Keane 9.2 3/4L 2nd to See The Fire (GB) 9.2 YORK 14 MAY 4rn Group 2 1m 2f 56yds Gd

SHAOOL

(CPiece)

Br B f Belardo - Imtidaad (USA) (Lemon Drop Kid (USA)) J Ben Coen

9-8

(134)

(1)

J P Murtagh T Broadfield Group Syndicate O Belmont Bloodstock Ltd B

HR Handicap Rating 99 F 11-6676

She has won three times from 1m 1f to 1m 2f on ground varying from good - yielding to heavy. Finished 4l behind Thread Of Gold when sixth of 18 at 10-1 on her latest outing at Galway over 1m 4f (yielding - soft) in July. Star Rating HH Career Record 16 runs, 3 wins, 5 places Win Earnings €126,850.00 Days Since Last Run 44

10/1 HR100 Rory Mulligan 9.9 4L 6th of 18 to Thread Of Gold 9.0 GAL 31 JUL Ext hcp 1m 4f Yld/Sft 9/1 HR104 Ben Coen 9.9 (CP) 11L 7th of 8 to Bosphorus Rose (GB) 9.6 ROS 30 JUN Listed 1m 4f 17yds Gd 7/1 HR107 Ben Coen 9.2 (CP) 9 1/2L last of 6 to Minnie Hauk 9.2 here 4 MAY Group 2 1m 2f Gd

SNAPRETEND

Br B f Make Believe (GB) - Pedisnap (Footstepsinthesand (GB)) HR Handicap Rating 101 J Declan McDonogh F 3-22648

9-8

(134)

(2)

Joseph Patrick O’Brien T J P Farrell O J P Farrell B

Successful at 1m 1f and 1m 4f on good - yielding and soft ground. Beaten 11l behind Beset at 5-1 when eighth of 16 on her latest outing at Galway over 1m 4f (soft) earlier this month. Star Rating H

Career Record 12 runs, 2 wins, 5 places Win Earnings €21,240.00 Days Since Last Run 5

5/1 HR102 Scott McCullagh 9.9 10L 8th of 16 to Beset (GB) 9.12 GAL 8 SEP Listed 1m 4f Sft 28/1 HR99 Dylan Browne McMonagle 9.9 1/2L 1 1/2L ns 4th to Believed 8.13 CK 14 AUG 8rn Group 3 1m 4f Gd 4/1 HR99 J.M. Sheridan 9.2 11L 6th of 9 to Purview (GB) 9.10 here 23 MAY Listed 1m 4f Gd

SPICY MARGARITA

Br Ch f Earthlight - Nahoodh (Clodovil) J David Egan

HR Handicap Rating 91 F 584870

9-8

(134) (10)

Robson De Aguiar T AMO Racing Limited & Giselle De Aguiar O Loughtown Stud B

A winner at 7f on the all-weather. Beaten 14l behind Miss Scott at 200-1 when 11th of 14 on her latest outing here over 1m 1f (good - yielding) last month. Star Rating H Career Record 19 runs, 1 wins, 1 places Win Earnings €7,080.00 Days Since Last Run 15

200/1 HR93 Leigh Roche 9.7 14L 11th of 14 to Miss Scott 9.0 here 29 AUG Group 3 1m 1f Gd 12/1 HR95 Paddy Harnett 9.2 11L last of 7 to Summer Is Tomorrow 9.9 GOW 25 JUL 1m 1f 110yds Gd 150/1 HR95 Donagh O’Connor 9.5 22L last of 8 to Moody 9.5 here 18 JUL Group 3 1m 2f Gd/Frm

WEMIGHTAKEDLONGWAY

(V,T)

Br Br f Australia (GB) - Dont Ask Me At All (No Nay Never (USA))

RACE SEVEN

J J M Sheridan

HR Handicap Rating 107 F 6-73458

9-8

(134)

(8)

Joseph Patrick O’Brien T Cayton Park Stud O Mrs Ann Marie O’Brien B

A winner at 7f on the all-weather. Beaten 14l behind Miss Scott at 200-1 when 11th of 14 on her latest outing here over 1m 1f (good - yielding) last month. Star Rating H Career Record 15 runs, 2 wins, 3 places Win Earnings €48,970.00 Days Since Last Run 49

Dylan Browne McMonagle 9.3 (BK) 5 1/4L 8th of 10 to Hotazhell (GB) 9.6 MUNICH 26 JUL Group 1 1m 2f Gd 50/1 HR102 J.M. Sheridan 9.12 (V) 3 3/4L 5th of 8 to Estrange 9.12 here 27 JUN Group 1 1m 2f Gd/Frm 7/1 HR106 Dylan Browne McMonagle 9.4 (CP) ns nk 2L 4th to Isaac Newton 8.12 NAV 7 JUN 10rn Listed 1m 1f Gd

THUNDERING ON (GB)

Br Ch f Frankel (GB) - Thundering Nights (Night of Thunder) J Ryan Moore

HR Handicap Rating 117 F 42-2114

9-5

(131)

(9)

Joseph Patrick O’Brien T Shapoor Mistry O Mr Shapoor Mistry B

Successful at 1m 2f and 1m 4f on good to soft and good - yielding ground. Finished 2 1/2l behind Estrange when fourth of 8 at 11-10fav on her latest outing over this course and distance (good to ﬁrm) in June. Has won at Epsom and Navan this season. Star Rating HHHHH Career Record 6 runs, 2 wins, 2 places Win Earnings €448,629.40 Days Since Last Run 78

11/10Fav HR119 Dylan Browne McMonagle 9.0 1 1/2L 1/2L 1/2L 4th to Estrange 9.12 here 27 JUN 8rn Group 1 1m 2f Gd/Frm Dylan Browne McMonagle 9.2 won 3 3/4L 6L from Legacy Link (GB) 9.2 and Sugar Island 9.2 EPSOM DOWNS 5 JUN 9rn Group 1 1m 4f 6yds Gd /Sft 2min 39.6sec 11/4Fav J.M. Sheridan 9.2 won 3 1/4L 1/2L from Emmeleia 9.2 and Bloom 9.2 NAV 25 APR 7rn Group 3 1m 2f 40yds Gd/Yld 2min 6.8sec 70

JENNIFER JANE

9-2

(128)

(6)

Br B f New Bay (GB) - Enlace (GB) (Shamardal (USA)) HR Handicap Rating 108 J Silvestre De Sousa F 127-191

Charlie Johnston (in GB) T Russell Trew & Townbraccan O Rathbran House Stud & Rosetown Bloodstock B

She has won three times from 7f to 1m 2f on good to ﬁrm and good ground. Won on her latest outing when 15-8fav in the Group 3 Darley Prix Chloe at Chantilly over 1m 1f (good) in July, beating Pierchic by 3/4l. Has also won at Newmarket this season. Star Rating HHH Career Record 7 runs, 3 wins, 1 places Win Earnings €81,278.20 Days Since Last Run 56

Silvestre De Sousa 8.11 won 3/4L 1L 3L from Pierchic (GB) 8.11 and Alla Stella (GB) 8.13 and Lethal Beauty (FR) 8.11 CHANTILLY 19 JUL 7rn Group 3 1m 1f Gd 1min 49.4sec Silvestre De Sousa 8.12 10L 9th of 15 to Piccola Piuma 8.12 MILAN 21 JUN Group 2 1m 2f 110yds Gd Silvestre De Sousa 9.2 won 6L 1/2L from Sacred Ground (GB) 9.2 and Spinning Lizzie (GB) 9.2 NEWMARKET 3 MAY 6rn Listed 1m 2f Gd /Frm 2min 3sec

LILT (GB)

Br B f Lope de Vega - Dank (GB) (Dansili (GB)) J Tom Marquand

9-2

(128)

(5)

William Haggas (in GB) T James Wigan O James Wigan B

HR Handicap Rating 105 F 1-16

Successful at 7f and 1m on good and soft ground. Finished 5l behind Diamond Necklace when sixth of 11 at 9-1 on her latest outing in the Group 1 Prix de Diane Longines at Chantilly over 1m 2f (soft) in June. Star Rating HHHH Career Record 3 runs, 2 wins, 0 places Win Earnings €49,849.40 Days Since Last Run 91

Tom Marquand 9.0 4 1/2L 6th of 11 to Diamond Necklace 9.0 CHANTILLY 14 JUN Group 1 1m 2f 110yds Gd /Frm Tom Marquand 9.2 won 1 1/2L 2L from So Regal (GB) 9.2 and Botagoz 9.2 YORK 15 MAY 7rn Listed 7f 192yds Gd 1min 39.7sec Cieren Fallon 9.2 won nk 2 1/4L from Hollywell Stream 9.2 and Harper Violet 9.2 DONCASTER 24 OCT 25 6rn mdn 7f 6yds Sft 1min 36.4sec

=SYMBOL OF MAJESTY (GB)

Br B f New Bay (GB) - Sovereign Parade (Galileo) J William Buick

HR Handicap Rating 106 F 1-1521

9-2

(128)

(7)

John & Thady Gosden (in GB) T Isa Salman & Abdulla Al Khalifa O Abdulla Al-Khalifa & Isa Salman B

She has won three times from 1m to 1m 2f on good to ﬁrm and good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Won on her latest outing when 15-8fav in a Group 3 at Deauville over 1m 2f (good to soft) last month, beating Evita by 1/2l. Star Rating HHH Career Record 5 runs, 3 wins, 1 places Win Earnings €66,485.10 Days Since Last Run 42

W. Buick 9.0 won 1/2L s/hd from Evita (FR) 9.0 and Lefteye (GB) 9.0 DEAUVILLE 2 AUG 8rn Group 3 1m 2f Gd /Sft 2min 6.6sec Saffie Osborne 8.8 2L 2nd to Green Carrera (GB) 8.8 ASCOT 19 JUN 30rn hcp (0-105)1m Gd /Frm Robert Havlin 9.10 2L 5th of 7 to Estissa (GB) 9.8 WOLVERHAMPTON 18 MAY hcp (66-85)1m 142yds Std

TIMEFORSHOWCASING (GB)

9-2

(128)

(4)

Br B Br f Showcasing (GB) - Gloryette (GB) (Raven’s Pass (USA)) Charlie Johnston (in GB) T J J Mitchell

HR Handicap Rating 113 F 101723

Jaber Abdullah O Lofts Hall Stud B

Winner of ﬁve races from 6f to 1m on ground varying from good to ﬁrm to soft and on the all-weather. Third of 10 behind Aventure beaten 2 1/4l at 66-1 on her latest outing in the Group 1 Prix Jean et Louis Romanet at Deauville over 1m 2f (soft) last month. Star Rating HHH Career Record 11 runs, 5 wins, 2 places Win Earnings €205,985.10 Days Since Last Run 21

Jack Mitchell 8.11 2L hd 3rd to Aventure 9.4 DEAUVILLE 23 AUG 10rn Group 1 1m 2f Sft Jack Mitchell 8.8 ns 2nd to Hotazhell (GB) 9.6 MUNICH 26 JUL 10rn Group 1 1m 2f Gd Billy Loughnane 9.2 4L 7th of 9 to Precise 9.2 ASCOT 19 JUN Group 1 7f 213yds Gd /Frm

= Denotes Supplementary Entry

CPiece worn by No. 2. TStrap worn by No. 1. V,T worn by No. 5. Probable Starting Prices - 11/10 Thundering On (GB), 13/2 Red Letter (GB), Lilt (GB), Timeforshowcasing (GB), 10/1 Jennifer Jane, Symbol Of Majesty (GB), 16/1 Wemightakedlongway, 25/1 Shaool, Snapretend, 100/1 Spicy Margarita

2025 - 1st Barnavara 2nd One Look 3rd Red Letter (GB) (2 min. 5 sec.)

WIN: THUNDERING ON

DANGER: Lilt

RACE SPONSOR Eva Maria Bucher Haefner, of Moyglare Stud, will present trophies to the winning owner, trainer, jockey and groom. She will also present €200 to the grooms in charge of the top 3 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.

RACE SEVEN

CURRAGH COMMENT This revolves around Oaks heroine THUNDERING ON, who failed to replicate that performance when fourth in the Pretty Polly over track and trip in June. The daughter of Frankel was reportedly coughing post-race, so if she reproduces anything like her scintillating victory at Epsom, she could prove a very tough nut to crack. Lilt failed to land a blow in the Prix de Diane last time, but this is just her fourth career start and there is likely to be more under the bonnet. Of the remainder, Jennifer Jane makes the most appeal.

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EIGHTH RACE 5.45P.M.

1m 2f

THE IRISH STALLION FARMS EBF NORTHFIELDS HANDICAP OF €150,000 (PREMIER HANDICAP)

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

Starting from stalls. Handicaps calculated 1st September. Value to winner: €88350; Second: €30000; Third: €15000; Fourth: €7500; Fifth: €4500; Sixth: €3000.

(For Race Conditions see page 78) Br Breeding

B Breeder

O Owner

F Form

Horse

ADELAIDE RIVER

J Jockey

T Trainer

(TStrap)

HR Handicap Rating Age

st-lb

(lbs)

10-0

(140) (11)

Draw

Br B g Australia (GB) - Could It Be Love (USA) (War Front (USA)) J Scott McCullagh

Joseph Patrick O’Brien T Adelaide River Partnership O Coolmore B

HR Handicap Rating 103 F 270-305

Successful at 1m and 1m 4f on good ground and on the all-weather, but last win was over three years ago. Finished 8l behind Geryon when ﬁfth of 6 at 9-2 on his latest outing in the Group 3 BOYLE Sports Meld Stakes at Leopardstown over 1m 1f (good) in July. Star Rating HH Career Record 19 runs, 2 wins, 7 places Win Earnings €67,850.00 Days Since Last Run 59

9/2 HR106 Dylan Browne McMonagle 9.9 (TS) 7 1/2L 5th of 6 to Geryon 9.0 LEP 16 JUL Group 3 1m 1f Gd Tom Marquand 9.5 (TS) 10L 15th of 16 to Map Of Stars (GB) 9.5 ASCOT 16 JUN Listed 1m 1f 212yds Gd /Frm 11/1 HR108 J.M. Sheridan 9.5 (TS) 1 3/4L 1 1/2L 3rd to Minnie Hauk 9.2 here 4 MAY 6rn Group 2 1m 2f Gd

EASTWATCH

(CPiece)

9-10

(136)

(5)

Br B g Make Believe (GB) - Lady Stormborn (Camelot (GB)) J Sam Coen (5)

Andrew Slattery T Damien Moore & C Comerford O Kinane Bloodstock Ltd B

HR Handicap Rating 99 F 65-2787

Successful at 1m 1f and 1m 2f on soft and yielding ground. Beaten 8l behind Starford at 22-1 when eighth of 12 on his latest ﬂat outing over this course and distance (soft) in April. He is wearing cheekpieces for the ﬁrst time. Star Rating HH Career Record 9 runs, 2 wins, 2 places Win Earnings €17,110.00 Days Since Last Run 43

100/30 Mr A.P. Ryan 11.4 23L 7th of 18fn, 19rn to Columbus (GER) 11.12 GAL 1 AUG mdn hdl 2m 175yds Gd/Yld 22/1 HR101 Andrew Slattery 9.5 7 1/2L 8th of 12 to Starford 9.5 here 19 APR Group 3 1m 2f Sft 3/1Fav HR101 Andrew Slattery 10.1 16L 7th of 18 to Fiver Friday 8.7 here 3 APR Ext hcp 1m 2f Sft/Hvy

FIXATION

(CPiece)

Br Ch g Tamayuz (GB) - Infatuation (GB) (Invincible Spirit) J Ben Coen

9-9

(135)

(8)

J P Murtagh T JP Murtagh Racing O Thomas Hassett B

HR Handicap Rating 98 F 2-27101

He has won three times from 1m 2f to 1m 4f on good to ﬁrm ground and on the all-weather. Won on his latest outing when 9-4fav at Gowran Park over 1m 4f (good to ﬁrm) last month, beating Star Harbour by 4l. Star Rating HH Career Record 11 runs, 3 wins, 3 places Win Earnings €39,180.00 Days Since Last Run 32

9/4Fav HR90 Ben Coen 9.4 (CP) won 4L s/hd from Star Harbour 9.0 and Navy Waters 8.13 GOW 12 AUG 8rn Ext hcp 1m 4f 100yds Gd/Frm 2min 38.7sec 17/2 HR90 Ben Coen 9.4 (CP) 10L 15th of 18 to Thread Of Gold 9.0 GAL 31 JUL Ext hcp 1m 4f Yld/Sft 2/1Fav HR81 Miss G. Benson 9.8 (CP) won 4L 1/2L from Genoah 9.11 and Cooley’s Mist 8.3 here 27 JUN 12rn Ext hcp 1m 2f Gd/Frm 2min 4.3sec

SUMMER IS TOMORROW

(Visor)

Br B c Mohaather (GB) - Mutebah (Marju) J J M Sheridan

9-7

(133) (17)

Joseph Patrick O’Brien T Michael Hilary Burke O RJB Bloodstock Ltd B

HR Handicap Rating 102 F 469221

He has won three times from 7f to 1m 1f on good and soft ground. Won on his latest outing when 3-10fav at Gowran Park over 1m 1f (good) in July, beating Hollys Graces by 7l. Star Rating HHH Career Record 12 runs, 3 wins, 3 places Win Earnings €35,972.00 Days Since Last Run 50

30/100Fav HR98 Dylan Browne McMonagle 9.9 (V) won 6 1/2L 1/2L from Hollys Graces 9.7 and Benevento 9.12 GOW 25 JUL 7rn 1m 1f 110yds Gd 2min sec 11/10Fav HR98 Dylan Browne McMonagle 9.10 (V) hd 2nd to South Island 9.5 NAV 11 JUL 5rn 1m 2f 40yds Gd 18/1 HR93 J.M. Sheridan 9.9 (V) nk 2nd to King Of Earth (GB) 9.1 here 28 JUN 16rn Ext hcp 1m 1f Gd

HIGH DEGREE (GB)

(Blinkers)

Br B g Too Darn Hot (GB) - Sealife (Sea The Stars) J Tom Marquand

HR Handicap Rating 95 F 235212

9-6

(132)

(7)

William Haggas (in GB) T Sheikh Juma Dalmook Al Maktoum O Rabbah Bloodstock Limited B

Successful at 1m and 1m 2f on good to ﬁrm and good ground. Beaten 4 1/2l by Too Soon when second of 9 at 2-1fav on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m 4f (good to soft) last month. He is wearing blinkers for the ﬁrst time. Star Rating HHHH Career Record 12 runs, 2 wins, 7 places Win Earnings €18,908.000 Days Since Last Run 15

Cieren Fallon 10.1 (CP) 4 1/2L 2nd to Too Soon (GB) 9.11 GOODWOOD 29 AUG 9rn hcp (86-105)1m 3f 218yds Gd /Sft Cieren Fallon 10.2 (CP) won 1 3/4L 3/4L from Financer (GB) 9.1 and Shoof Baeed (GB) 9.2 PONTEFRACT 16 AUG 8rn hcp (76-95)1m 2f 5yds Gd /Frm 2min 9.8sec Cieren Fallon 10.3 2 1/4L 2nd to Al Aali (FR) 10.0 NEWMARKET 17 JUL 6rn hcp (71-90)1m 2f Gd /Frm

LORD MASSUSUS

(B,T)

RACE EIGHT

Br Br g Markaz - Wajaha (Haafhd (GB)) J Gary Carroll

HR Handicap Rating 95 F 780501

6 9-6 (7lbs ex) (132)

(6)

Joseph G Murphy T John N Bourke O Longrove Stud B

Has won eight races from 6f to 1m on ground varying from good to yielding - soft. A winner at 5-1 at Galway over 1m (soft) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Lady Arwen by 4l. Carries a 7lb penalty today for that success. Star Rating H Career Record 42 runs, 8 wins, 6 places Win Earnings €201,465.00 Days Since Last Run 5

5/1 HR88 Gary Carroll 10.0 (BK) (TS) won 4L 3/4L from Lady Arwen (GB) 9.1 and Casamorati 8.3 GAL 8 SEP 7rn 1m 98yds Sft 1min 53.5sec 18/1 HR92 Gary Carroll 9.1 (TS) 12L 10th of 17 to Loughrea 9.0 here 29 AUG Ext hcp 1m Yld 28/1 HR95 Gary Carroll 9.7 (TS) 4L 5th of 14 to Dunum 9.8 GAL 2 AUG Ext hcp 7f Yld 74

ORANDI (FR)

(TStrap)

9-6

(132) (21)

Br B g Morandi (FR) - Elusive Feeling (USA) (Elusive Quality (USA)) J Robbie Colgan

A J Martin T C J Murtagh & B Hourihane O Societe Civile Ecurie Euroling B

HR Handicap Rating 95 F 007810

Winner of seven races from 7f to 1m 1f on ground varying from good to soft to heavy and on the all-weather. Beaten 7l behind Dunum at 10-1 when 11th of 14 on his latest outing at Galway over 7f (yielding) last month. Star Rating HH Career Record 46 runs, 7 wins, 14 places Win Earnings €190,880.00 Days Since Last Run 42

10/1 HR96 Robbie Colgan 9.8 (TS) 6 3/4L 11th of 14 to Dunum 9.8 GAL 2 AUG Ext hcp 7f Yld 16/1 HR89 Robbie Colgan 9.0 (TS) won 1 3/4L nk from Pierre Royal 9.2 and Jagged Edge 9.10 GAL 28 JUL 17rn Ext hcp 1m 123yds Yld 1min 50.9sec 50/1 HR90 Robbie Colgan 9.6 (TS) 6 3/4L 8th of 13 to Pierre Royal 8.12 here 28 JUN Ext hcp 1m Gd

PERRY MASON (GB)

9-6

(132) (14)

Br B g Advertise (GB) - Precious Ramotswe (GB) (Nathaniel) J Rory Cleary

HR Handicap Rating 95 F 143156

Maurice Andrew Ahern T Maurice Andrew Ahern & K Jardine & Alan Green O Hascombe & Valiant Stud Ltd B

He has won four times from 7f to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to soft - heavy. Finished 6l behind Pierre Royal when sixth of 13 at 7-1 on his latest outing here over 1m (good) in June. Star Rating HH

Career Record 17 runs, 4 wins, 3 places Win Earnings €58,929.00 Days Since Last Run 77

7/1 HR97 Leigh Roche 9.13 5 1/2L 6th of 13 to Pierre Royal 8.12 here 28 JUN Ext hcp 1m Gd 10/1 HR97 Leigh Roche 9.5 9 1/2L 5th of 12 to Poetic Sound 9.2 here 3 JUN Ext hcp 1m 6f Yld 16/1 HR91 Leigh Roche 9.5 won ns 1 1/4L from Perfect Your Craft 9.5 and Iron Fist 9.6 here 23 MAY 20rn Ext hcp 1m 2f Gd 2min 4.8sec

AMADEUS MOZART

9-5

(131) (15)

Br B c Wootton Bassett (GB) - Pendant (Galileo) J Ryan Moore

HR Handicap Rating 100 F 1-27224

A P O’Brien T Michael Tabor & Derrick Smith & Mrs John Magnier O Coolmore B

A winner at 7f on good ground. Finished 3 1/2l behind Nil Bua Gan Dua when fourth of 7 at 11-4 on his latest outing at Gowran Park over 1m 4f (good) in July. Star Rating HHH

Career Record 6 runs, 1 wins, 2 places Win Earnings €11,800.00 Days Since Last Run 50

11/4 HR100 Ronan Whelan 9.5 s/hd 1/2L 2 3/4L 4th to Nil Bua Gan Dua (USA) 9.5 GOW 25 JUL 7rn Listed 1m 4f 20yds Gd Ryan Moore 9.2 1/2L 2nd to Lost Boys 9.2 ASCOT 20 JUN 16rn hcp (0-105)1m 1f 212yds Gd /Frm 6/1 HR96 Wayne Lordan 9.5 7L 2nd to Endorsement 9.5 LEP 4 JUN 4rn Listed 1m 4f Sft

RIBEE

(TStrap)

Br B g Ribchester - White Light (GB) (Dubawi) J Billy Lee

9-5

(131) (22)

Michael Mulvany T Lee Regan Partnership O Oristown Stud B

HR Handicap Rating 94 F 152750

He has won four times from 7f to 1m on ground varying from soft to soft - heavy. Beaten 14l behind Loughrea at 16-1 when 12th of 17 on his latest outing here over 1m (good) last month. Star Rating H Career Record 19 runs, 4 wins, 5 places Win Earnings €81,025.00 Days Since Last Run 15

16/1 HR98 Ben Coen 9.7 (TS) 13L 12th of 17 to Loughrea 9.0 here 29 AUG Ext hcp 1m Yld 11/1 HR99 Gary Carroll 9.10 (TS) 6L 5th of 17 to Orandi (FR) 9.0 GAL 28 JUL Ext hcp 1m 123yds Yld 9/1 HR100 Ben Coen 9.7 (TS) 3 1/4L 7th of 11 to The Lion In Winter 9.7 LEP 15 APR Listed 1m Yld/Sft

IRON FIST

(Hood)

Br Br g New Bay (GB) - Velvetina (Barathea) J Shane Foley

HR Handicap Rating 93 F 1-02305

9-4

(130) (19)

Mrs John Harrington T Anamoine Limited O Windﬂower Overseas B

Successful at 1m and 1m 2f on soft ground. Finished 1 1/4l behind Touch The Moon when ﬁfth of 14 at 7-1 on his latest outing at Dundalk over 1m 3f last month. Star Rating H Career Record 15 runs, 2 wins, 4 places Win Earnings €16,225.00 Days Since Last Run 29

7/1 HR95 Shane Foley 10.0 1 1/4L 5th of 14 to Touch The Moon 9.8 DUN 15 AUG Ext hcp 1m 2f 150yds Std Oisin Orr 9.2 22L last of 22 to Raammee (GB) 9.2 YORK 11 JUL hcp 1m 2f 56yds Gd /Frm 11/1 HR92 Shane Foley 9.6 ns 1 1/4L 3rd to Perry Mason (GB) 9.5 here 23 MAY 20rn Ext hcp 1m 2f Gd

SKY CAPTAIN

Br B g Fracas - Saoire (GB) (Pivotal (GB)) J Colin Keane

HR Handicap Rating 92 F 12-22

9-3

(129)

(2)

Joseph Patrick O’Brien T Joseph Joyce O Cahermorris Stables Ltd B

A winner at 1m 4f on yielding ground. Beaten 1/2l by Ndaawi when second of 6 at 5-4 on his latest outing at Listowel over 1m 5f (good) in May. Having his ﬁrst run for a new stable today, previously with P Twomey in Ireland. Star Rating HHH Career Record 4 runs, 1 wins, 3 places Win Earnings €6,490.00 Days Since Last Run 105

5/4 HR92 Mr J.C. Barry 11.5 (V) 1/2L 2nd to Ndaawi (GB) 11.0 LIST 31 MAY 6rn 1m 5f 80yds Gd 6/5Fav HR92 Billy Lee 9.12 (V) 3/4L 2nd to Kizlyar 9.12 KILL 12 MAY 6rn 1m 6f 44yds Gd 11/4 Chris Hayes 9.9 5L 2nd to Taipan (FR) 9.4 GAL 1 AUG 25 7rn 1m 6f 14yds Yld

MANTON BAY

Br B c Ulysses - Synergy (FR) (Victory Note (USA)) J Luke McAteer

HR Handicap Rating 97 F 328212

9-2

(128) (10)

David Marnane T MRC International O Mr Canice Farrell B

Successful twice at 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 3l by Loughrea when second of 17 at 8-1 on his latest outing here over 1m (good) last month. Star Rating HHH Career Record 8 runs, 2 wins, 4 places Win Earnings €22,400.00 Days Since Last Run 15

8/1 HR94 Luke McAteer 8.11 3L 2nd to Loughrea 9.0 here 29 AUG 17rn Ext hcp 1m Yld 13/8Fav HR87 Luke McAteer 9.13 won 1/2L 1 1/2L from Totally Puzzled 9.8 and Elmakaya 9.7 KILL 21 AUG 8rn 1m 30yds Gd 1min 41.8sec 7/4Fav HR87 Luke McAteer 9.2 2 1/4L 2nd to Dark Viper (GB) 9.2 LEP 23 JUL 8rn Ext hcp 1m 1f Gd 75

RACE EIGHT

EIGHTH RACE 5.45P.M. 14

PIERRE ROYAL

Br B g Kingman (GB) - Rose de Pierre (Dubawi) J Adam Caffrey

9-2

(128) (20)

Adrian McGuinness T A Twist Of Fate Syndicate O Moyglare Stud Farm B

HR Handicap Rating 91 F 6-61243

Successful twice at 1m on good ground. Third of 17 behind Loughrea beaten 8l at 4-1fav on his latest outing here over 1m (good) last month. Star Rating HHH Career Record 8 runs, 2 wins, 3 places Win Earnings €65,980.00 Days Since Last Run 15

4/1Fav HR93 Adam Caffrey 9.2 3L 4 1/2L 3rd to Loughrea 9.0 here 29 AUG 17rn Ext hcp 1m Yld 7/4Fav HR91 Adam Caffrey 9.3 1 3/4L nk nk 4th to Dunum 9.8 GAL 2 AUG 14rn Ext hcp 7f Yld 7/2Fav HR91 Adam Caffrey 9.2 1 3/4L 2nd to Orandi (FR) 9.0 GAL 28 JUL 17rn Ext hcp 1m 123yds Yld

LIPS FREEDOM (GER)

(TStrap)

9-1

(127)

(4)

Br Ch g Free Eagle - Lips Arrow (GER) (Big Shuﬄe (USA)) J Rossa Ryan

Andrew Kinirons T Tinnahinch Construction Limited O Stall Parthenaue B

HR Handicap Rating 90 F 00-0110

A winner at 1m 1f on good to soft ground, but that win was over three years ago; has also won two hurdles. Beaten 15l behind Blake at 22-1 when 11th of 16 on his latest ﬂat outing at Leopardstown over 1m 4f (heavy) in October last year. Star Rating H Career Record 19 runs, 1 wins, 4 places Win Earnings €44,200.00 Days Since Last Run 43

8/1 HR113 Donagh Meyler 10.9 (TS) 18L 13th of 19fn, 20rn to Fiveoneﬁve 11.5 GAL 1 AUG Ext hcp hdl 2m 175yds Gd/Yld 5/1Fav HR104 Donagh Meyler 11.6 (TS) won 1L 11L from Midnight Eagle 10.8 and Claude 11.9 KILL 16 JUL 15rn Ext hcp hdl 2m 1f Gd 7/2 HR93 Donagh Meyler 10.9 (TS) won 2 3/4L 2 3/4L from Dairy Force 11.3 and Metamorpheus 11.1 DWNP 29 MAR 10rn Ext hcp hdl 2m 1f 165yds Yld/Sft

APERCU

(Blinkers)

8-12

(124)

(9)

Br B f Elzaam (AUS) - Nutshell (GB) (Dubai Destination (USA)) J Chris Hayes

A Oliver T Team Valor International LLC O Ballyhane B

HR Handicap Rating 87 F 480270

Winner of ﬁve races from 1m 2f to 1m 3f on ground varying from good to yielding and on the all-weather. Beaten 11l behind Touch The Moon at 20-1 when last of 14 on her latest outing at Dundalk over 1m 3f last month. Star Rating H Career Record 22 runs, 5 wins, 5 places Win Earnings €68,440.00 Days Since Last Run 29

20/1 HR90 Ronan Whelan 9.9 (BK) 11L last of 14 to Touch The Moon 9.8 DUN 15 AUG Ext hcp 1m 2f 150yds Std 11/1 HR90 Billy Lee 10.0 (BK) 13L 7th of 8 to Dark Viper (GB) 9.2 LEP 23 JUL Ext hcp 1m 1f Gd 9/1 HR90 Billy Lee 9.12 (BK) 6 1/2L 2nd to Chica Guerrera 9.1 DRYL 20 JUN 9rn Ext hcp 1m 2f 96yds Sft

RETRACEMENT

(CPiece)

Br Ch g Australia (GB) - Piccadilly Filly (Exceed And Excel (AUS)) J Jamie Powell

HR Handicap Rating 86 F 410-674

8-11

(123) (18)

J P Murtagh T Richard McNally O Stockvale Bloodstock Ltd B

Successful at 1m and 1m 2f on good to ﬁrm and yielding ground. Finished 2 3/4l behind Thread Of Gold when fourth of 11 at 8-1 on his latest outing at Leopardstown over 1m 1f (good) in July. Star Rating HHH

Career Record 14 runs, 2 wins, 3 places Win Earnings €24,994.80 Days Since Last Run 66

8/1 HR87 Ben Coen 9.4 (CP) 1 1/4L hd 1 1/4L 4th to Thread Of Gold 8.9 LEP 9 JUL 11rn Ext hcp 1m 1f Gd 12/1 HR88 Ben Coen 9.3 11L 7th of 13 to In My Teens 9.11 here 28 JUN Ext hcp 1m 4f Gd 14/1 HR88 Ben Coen 9.2 4 1/4L 6th of 20 to Perry Mason (GB) 9.5 here 23 MAY Ext hcp 1m 2f Gd

ALPHONSUS LIGUORI (GB)

Br B c Study of Man - Crystal Gal (Galileo)

8-9

(121)

(1)

Joseph Patrick O’Brien T Rectory Road Holdings Limited O Mr & Mrs A E Pakenham B

HR Handicap Rating 90 J Declan McDonogh F 211

Successful twice at 1m on good to ﬁrm and good ground. Won on his latest outing when 1-20fav at Cork over 1m (good to ﬁrm) in July, beating Holy Lettuce by 3l. Star Rating HHHHH Career Record 3 runs, 2 wins, 1 places Win Earnings €22,382.00 Days Since Last Run 51

1/20Fav HR90 Dylan Browne McMonagle 9.10 won 3L 4 3/4L from Holy Lettuce 9.5 and Fate’s Gambit 9.5 CK 24 JUL 5rn 1m Gd/Frm 1min 42.2sec 2/5Fav Dylan Browne McMonagle 9.8 won 1/2L 3L from Res Ipsa (GB) 9.8 and Oro Blanco 9.8 KILL 12 MAY 9rn mdn 1m 31yds Gd 1min 43.4sec 13/2 J.M. Sheridan 9.8 hd 2nd to Perisher 9.8 GOW 22 APR 15rn mdn 1m Sft

GOD OF POWER

8-9

(121) (12)

Br Ch g Lope de Vega - Sharqawiyah (GB) (Dubawi) J Andrew Slattery

Andrew Slattery T Damien Moore O Ross Moorhead & Lope de Vega Syndicate B

HR Handicap Rating 90 F 9-12432

A winner at 7f on yielding ground. Beaten 1/2l by Hazdann when second of 5 at 6-1 on his latest outing at Roscommon over 1m 2f (good - yielding) last month. Star Rating HHH Career Record 7 runs, 1 wins, 2 places Win Earnings €11,780.00 Days Since Last Run 13

6/1 HR88 Andrew Slattery 9.7 1/2L 2nd to Hazdann 9.10 ROS 31 AUG 5rn 1m 2f 63yds Gd/Yld 4/1 HR88 Sam Coen 9.4 1 1/4L 1 3/4L 3rd to Benevento 9.12 GOW 7 AUG 6rn 1m Gd 11/4Fav HR88 Andrew Slattery 9.12 1/2L 1/2L 1/2L 4th to Johnny Soda 9.0 LEP 18 JUN 5rn 1m Gd

BAY COLONY

8-8

(120)

(3)

RACE EIGHT

Br Ch f New Bay (GB) - Coco Rouge (Shamardal (USA)) J Gavin Ryan

J A Stack T Craig Bernick O Joe & Edel Banahan & Micheal Smith B

HR Handicap Rating 83 F 3177-49

A winner at 1m 4f on soft - heavy ground. Beaten 13l behind Moody at 22-1 when 9th of 10 on her latest outing at Gowran Park over 1m 6f (good - yielding) in May. Star Rating HH Career Record 9 runs, 1 wins, 2 places Win Earnings €8,555.00 Days Since Last Run 131

22/1 HR85 Seamie Heffernan 9.2 12L 9th of 10 to Moody 9.5 GOW 5 MAY Listed 1m 6f Gd/Yld 22/1 HR85 Seamie Heffernan 8.13 3 3/4L 1 1/4L 2 1/2L 4th to Fiver Friday 8.7 here 3 APR 18rn Ext hcp 1m 2f Sft/Hvy 125/1 HR85 Seamie Heffernan 9.2 (CP) 19L last of 7 to Minnie Hauk 9.2 here 19 JUL 25 Group 1 1m 4f Gd 76

GENUINE ARTICLE (GB)

Br B g Muhaarar (GB) - Bona Fide (GB) (Frankel (GB)) J Nathan Crosse

HR Handicap Rating 79 F 050074

(B,T)

8-7

(119) (23)

Gerard Keane T Wear A Pink Ribbon Syndicate O Juddmonte Farms Ltd B

Successful twice at 1m on soft and yielding ground. Finished 5l behind Hygge when fourth of 10 at 13-2 on his latest outing at Laytown over 7f earlier this month. Star Rating H Career Record 27 runs, 2 wins, 8 places Win Earnings €20,355.00 Days Since Last Run 3

13/2 HR79 Mr F. Maguire 11.13 (TS) 4 1/4L 1/2L 1/2L 4th to Hygge (GB) 11.12 LAY 10 SEP 10rn Ext hcp 6f 200yds Std 25/1 HR83 Nicola Burns 8.3 (TS) 10L 7th of 17 to Loughrea 9.0 here 29 AUG Ext hcp 1m Yld 14/1 HR87 Rory Cleary 8.13 (CP) (TS) 14L last of 14 to Dunum 9.8 GAL 2 AUG Ext hcp 7f Yld

JOHNNY SODA

Br Ch g Cotai Glory (GB) - Maghzaa (Aqlaam (GB)) HR Handicap Rating 85 J Reese Holohan (7) F 571120

8-7

(119) (16)

Adrian McGuinness T Go Nutz Racing Syndicate O Colm McEvoy B

He has won three times at 1m on good and soft ground. Beaten 14l behind Loughrea at 9-1 when 11th of 17 on his latest outing here over 1m (good) last month. Star Rating HH Career Record 12 runs, 3 wins, 3 places Win Earnings €32,395.00 Days Since Last Run 15

9/1 HR87 Reese Holohan 8.0 13L 11th of 17 to Loughrea 9.0 here 29 AUG Ext hcp 1m Yld 11/2 HR85 Adam Caffrey 9.9 nk 2nd to Minella Rockett 9.4 GAL 29 JUL 11rn Ext hcp 1m 123yds Yld 4/1 HR80 Adam Caffrey 10.0 won 1/2L 1/2L from Vishaya 9.8 and Glitter And Glory 9.8 KILL 13 JUL 8rn Ext hcp 1m 20yds Gd 1min 45.9sec

KAI LUNG (FR)

8-7

(119) (13)

Br B g Galiway (GB) - Panda Queen (FR) (Exceed And Excel (AUS)) J Wayne Lordan

HR Handicap Rating 79 F pu9380

W P Mullins T Slaneyville Syndicate O M Charles Barel & Guy Pariente Holding SPRL B

A winner at 7f on soft ground; has also won a hurdle in January. Beaten 8l behind Orandi at 16-1 when eighth of 17 on his latest ﬂat outing at Galway over 1m 1f (yielding) in July. Star Rating H

Career Record 7 runs, 1 wins, 4 places Win Earnings €10,500.00 Days Since Last Run 45

14/1 HR126 Sean Cleary-Farrell 9.7 (H) 15L 11th of 19fn, 20rn to Putapoundinthejar 10.2 GAL 30 JUL Ext hcp hdl Grade 3 2m 11yds Gd 16/1 HR83 Declan McDonogh 8.8 8L 8th of 17 to Orandi (FR) 9.0 GAL 28 JUL Ext hcp 1m 123yds Yld 11/8Fav HR127 Paul Townend 11.7 (H) (TS) 2 1/4L 18L 3rd to Porcupine Bank 11.7 BAL 26 MAY 5rn hdl 2m 13yds Gd

B,T worn by No. 6, No. 21. Blinkers worn by No. 5, No. 16. CPiece worn by No. 2, No. 3, No. 17. Hood worn by No. 11. TStrap worn by No. 1, No. 7, No. 10, No. 15. Visor worn by No. 4. Long Handicap - Genuine Article (GB) 8-04(116), Johnny Soda 8-04(116), Kai Lung (FR) 8-04(116) Probable Starting Prices - 13/2 Manton Bay, 8/1 High Degree (GB), God Of Power, 10/1 Amadeus Mozart, 11/1 Pierre Royal, 12/1 Summer Is Tomorrow, Sky Captain, Retracement, Alphonsus Liguori (GB), 16/1 Adelaide River, Eastwatch, Fixation, Orandi (FR), Perry Mason (GB), Johnny Soda, 20/1 Iron Fist, Kai Lung (FR), 25/1 Lord Massusus, Ribee, Bay Colony, Genuine Article (GB), 50/1 Lips Freedom (GER), Apercu

2025 - 1st Shaool 2nd Tony Montana (GB) 3rd Crown Of Oaks (GB) (2 min. 4.2 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT High Degree has been a model of consistency this season, finishing in the top three in five out of his six starts, and should go well once again in first-time blinkers. Irish Cambridgeshire runner-up Manton Bay is likely to be in the shake-up, but the one who appeals most is ALPHONSUS LIGUORI. Joseph O’Brien’s colt successfully made it two wins from three appearances over a mile at Cork in July and this step up in trip promises to unlock further improvement. An opening mark of 90 might not be beyond him and he looks the one to side with.

WIN: ALPHONSUS LIGUORI

DANGER: High Degree

RACE SPONSOR

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

RACE EIGHT

Joe Foley and Christy Grassick, representing IEBF, 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.

FIRST RACE 1.45p.m. The Irish Stallion Farms EBF Bold Lad Sprint Handicap of €150,000 (Premier Handicap) (Generously sponsored by the Irish EBF (€25,000)) Winner will receive €90,000 (Penalty Value: €88,350), Second will receive €30,000, Third will receive €15,000, Fourth will receive €7,500, Fifth will receive €4,500, Sixth will receive €3,000. An extended handicap for three years old and upwards that are EBF eligible and that have run three or more times under any Rules of Racing up to and including 31st August, 2026, at least one of those runs having been on or after 1st August, 2025. (105 = 10st). About 6 furlongs. €900 to enter on August 26th €600 extra if forfeit not declared by September 8th and €150 extra if declared to run. Penalties - (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 7lb extra for each race won. Alternative Handicap The Directors of the IHRB have instructed that, should the top weight in this race be withdrawn under Rule 194(iii)(a) and provided there is still a horse remaining in the race which is out of the handicap and weighted below the minimum weight following the time fixed for withdrawal under Rule 194(iii)(a), the weights of the remaining runners, under the terms of Rule 66(v)(a), will be adjusted in accordance with HRI Directive 2 (iii). Closing Date: 26th August 2026. Handicaps calculated 1st September. Stalls centre of course. Value to winner: €88350; Second: €30000; Third: €15000; Fourth: €7500; Fifth: €4500; Sixth: €3000 SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE SECOND RACE 2.15p.m. The Tattersalls Ireland Super Auction Sales Stakes of €316,500 (Guaranteed by Tattersalls (Ireland) Ltd.) Winner will receive €174,708 (Penalty Value: €171,958), Second will receive €63,300, Third will receive €31,650, Fourth will receive €15,825, Fifth will receive €9,495, Sixth will receive €6,330, Seventh will receive €3,798, Eighth will receive €3,798, Ninth will receive €3,798, Tenth will receive €3,798. For two years old only which had been sold or bought in under the hammer at the Tattersalls Ireland September Yearling Sale of 23rd, 24th and 25th September, 2025 and the Tattersalls Ireland Sapphire Sale of 16th December 2025 and had been declared by Tattersalls (Ireland) Ltd. as 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 recorded as Racing Active with a Licensed Trainer by Wednesday 29th July, 2026 (or if entered from a Foreign Racing Authority named and recorded with a Licensed Trainer) 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, 23rd July, 2026 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. €850 to enter on February 4th €800 extra if forfeit not declared by May 13th €550 extra if forfeit not declared by July 29th €550 extra if forfeit not declared by September 8th. 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. 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 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, 8th September, 2026. The final two forfeit fees will be refunded to the owners of those horses that are eliminated from this race.. Closing Date: 4th February 2026. Stalls centre of course. Value to winner: €171958; Second: €63300; Third: €31650; Fourth: €15825; Fifth: €9495; Sixth: €6330; Seventh: €3798; Eighth: €3798; Ninth: €3798; Tenth: €3798 SEE PAGE 34 FOR THIS RACE THIRD RACE 2.50p.m. The Moyglare Stud Stakes of €400,000 (Group 1) (Generously sponsored by Moyglare Stud Farm) Winner will receive €240,000 (Penalty Value: €235,600), Second will receive €80,000, Third will receive €40,000, Fourth will receive €20,000, Fifth will receive €12,000, Sixth will receive €8,000. For two years old fillies only. About 7 furlongs. €1,800 to enter on June 24th or €10,000 if entered on July 29th €800 extra if forfeit not declared by July 29th €1,800 extra if forfeit not declared by September 8th or €40,000 if entered by September 8th. 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 2026 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 (US30,000) 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 US40,000.. Closing Date: 24th June 2026. Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €235600; Second: €80000; Third: €40000; Fourth: €20000; Fifth: €12000; Sixth: €8000 SEE PAGE 42 FOR THIS RACE FOURTH RACE 3.25p.m. The BAR 1 Betting Flying Five Stakes of €400,000 (Group 1) (Generously sponsored by BAR 1 Betting) Winner will receive €240,000 (Penalty Value: €235,600), Second will receive €80,000, Third will receive €40,000, Fourth will receive €20,000, Fifth will receive €12,000, Sixth will receive €8,000. For three years old and upwards. About 5 furlongs. €1,800 to enter on June 24th or €10,000 if entered on July 29th €800 extra if forfeit not declared by July 29th €1,800 extra if forfeit not declared by September 8th or €40,000 if entered by September 8th. 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 2026 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 (US30,000) 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 US40,000.. Closing Date: 24th June 2026. Stalls centre of course. Value to winner: €235600; Second: €80000; Third: €40000; Fourth: €20000; Fifth: €12000; Sixth: €8000 SEE PAGE 48 FOR THIS RACE FIFTH RACE 4.00p.m. The Goffs Vincent O’Brien National Stakes of €400,000 (Group 1) (Generously sponsored by Goffs) Winner will receive €240,000 (Penalty Value: €235,600), Second will receive €80,000, Third will receive €40,000, Fourth will receive €20,000, Fifth will receive €12,000, Sixth will receive €8,000. For two years old colts and fillies only. About 7 furlongs. €1,800 to enter on June 24th or €10,000 if entered on July 29th €800 extra if forfeit not declared by July 29th €1,800 extra if forfeit not declared by September 8th or €40,000 if entered by September 8th. Weights: 9st 5lbs. 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 2026 Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Turf (G1) Championship Race or the 2026 Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies Turf (G1) Championship Race if applicable. 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 (US30,000) 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 US40,000.. Closing Date: 24th June 2026. Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €235600; Second: €80000; Third: €40000; Fourth: €20000; Fifth: €12000; Sixth: €8000 SEE PAGE 56 FOR THIS RACE SIXTH RACE 4.35p.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: €284,500), 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. €1,250 to enter on May 27th or €12,500 if entered on July 29th €1,000 extra if forfeit not declared by June 24th €1,750 extra if forfeit not declared by July 29th €1,500 extra if forfeit not declared by September 8th or €50,000 if entered by September 8th. Weights: 3-y-o 9st 2lbs 4-y-o and up 9st 10lbs. Fillies allowed 3lbs. Closing Date: 27th May 2026. Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €284500; Second: €100000; Third: €50000; Fourth: €25000; Fifth: €15000; Sixth: €10000; Seventh: €5000 SEE PAGE 62 FOR THIS RACE SEVENTH RACE 5.10p.m. The Moyglare ‘’Jewels’’ Blandford Stakes of €200,000 (Group 2) (Generously sponsored by Moyglare Stud) Winner will receive €120,000 (Penalty Value: €117,800), Second will receive €40,000, Third will receive €20,000, Fourth will receive €10,000, Fifth will receive €6,000, Sixth will receive €4,000. For three years old and upwards fillies only. About 1 mile 2 furlongs. €1,200 to enter on August 5th €400 extra if forfeit not declared by August 19th €600 extra if forfeit not declared by September 8th or €20,000 if entered by September 8th. Weights: 3-y-o 9st 2lbs 4-y-o and up 9st 8lbs. Penalties - (to count from 1st January, 2026) Winner of a Group 1 race 3lb extra. Closing Date: 5th August 2026. Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €117800; Second: €40000; Third: €20000; Fourth: €10000; Fifth: €6000; Sixth: €4000 SEE PAGE 70 FOR THIS RACE EIGHTH RACE 5.45p.m. The Irish Stallion Farms EBF Northfields Handicap of €150,000 (Premier Handicap) (Generously sponsored by the Irish EBF (€25,000)) Winner will receive €90,000 (Penalty Value: €88,350), Second will receive €30,000, Third will receive €15,000, Fourth will receive €7,500, Fifth will receive €4,500, Sixth will receive €3,000. An extended handicap for three years old and upwards that are EBF eligible and that have run at least three times under any Rules of Racing up to and including 31st August, 2026, at least one of those runs having been on or after 1st August, 2025. (105 = 10st). About 1 mile 2 furlongs. €900 to enter on August 26th €600 extra if forfeit not declared by September 8th and €150 extra if declared to run. Penalties - (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 7lb extra for each race won. Closing Date: 26th August 2026. Handicaps calculated 1st September. Weights raised by 2lbs. Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €88350; Second: €30000; Third: €15000; Fourth: €7500; Fifth: €4500; Sixth: €3000 SEE PAGE 74 FOR THIS RACE

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