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OFFICIALS
UNDER THE I.N.H.S. RULES
FRIDAY 2ND MAY 2025 (E)
PUNCHESTOWN RACECOURSE, NAAS, CO KILDARE, IRELAND
TEL: 045 897704
FAX: 045 897319
CEO: Mr Conor O’Neill
EMAIL: racing@punchestown.com
WEBSITE: www.punchestown.com
TRUSTEES: S C. Lawlor., N. Speirs Esq.
DIRECTORS: Mr D. Mongey (Chairman), Ms L. Young, Mr R. O’Sullivan, Mr L. Queally, Mr J. Morris, Mr D. Ashmore, Mr C. O’Reilly and Mr N. Speirs
PUNCHESTOWN OFFICIALS
FRIDAY 2ND MAY 2025 (E)
The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board is responsible for the integrity of Irish Racing. In fulfiling this role, they provide Stewards and professional Officials at all racemeetings to ensure that their rules are properly observed The following list of Stewards and Officials are officiating at today’s race meeting:
Raceday Stewards:
Mr. N. McGrath
Mr W. Flood
Mr N.B Wachman
Ms. M. P. O’Donnell
Mr P. Deegan
Clerk of the Course: Mr B. Sheridan
Assistant Clerk of the Course: Mr L. Wyer
Clerk of the Scales:
Starter:
Assistant Starter:
Judge:
Handicapper:
Mr P.L. Malone
Mr P.F. Graffin
Mr D. Cullen
Mr D. Maher
Mr. S. Quinn
Stewards Secretaries: Mr L. Aspell & Mr A. Ring
Medical Officers:
Veterinary Officer:
Dr J. Pugh & Dr A. Lehane
Mr. A. Tyrrell M.R.C.V.S.
Veterinary Assistants: Ms C. Murphy & Mr J. Casey
Security Officers:
Mr C. Gordon & Mr D. Buckley
RECEIVER OF ENTRIES:
Horse Racing Ireland, Ballymany, The Curragh, Co Kildare.
STAKEHOLDER: Horse Racing Ireland
RACECOURSE FARRIER:
Mr Eamon Behan
VETERINARY SURGEONS:
Mr. K. McConnell (Stableyard)
Ms. H. Dillon (Racetrack)
Mr T. Austin (Racetrack)
Ms V. Hyde (Racetrack)
Mr P. Traynor (Parade Ring)
DOCTOR
Dr R. Downey & Dr D. Nolan
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RACECARD EXPLAINED
CAPTAIN GUINNESS (IRE) (48) 9 11 12 (166)
O Declan Landy
T Henry de Bromhead, Waterford
B Arthur Fennelly
J Rachael Blackmore Br B g Arakan (USA) - Presenting d’Azy
F 221p-31
Star Rating HHHH
CAPTAIN GUINNESS 7 N.H. WINS €373,265.20 C HANDICAP RATING 164
Rachael Blackmore 11.10 won 1 1/2L 49L from Gentleman De Mee (FR) 11.10 and Funambule Sivola (FR) 11.10 CHELTENHAM 13 MAR 6rn chse Grade 1 1m 7f 199yds Sft
16/1 HR162 Rachael Blackmore 11.12 8 1/2L 6L 3rd to El Fabiolo (FR) 11.12 LEP 4 FEB 5rn chse Grade 1 2m 1f Yld/Sft
6/4Fav HR162 Rachael Blackmore 11.12 p.u. in race won by Dinoblue (FR) 11.5 LEP 27 DEC 23
5rn chse Grade 1 2m 1f Sft
Strong gelding: winning hurdler: high-class chaser: won second successive Fortria Chase at Navan (by 7 lengths from Riviere d’Etel) in November: 17/2, also won 6-runner Queen Mother Champion Chase at Cheltenham last time from Gentleman de Mee, idling run-in having looked in control last: unproven beyond 17f: acts on heavy going.
KEY AND INFORMATION ON THE FORM
1. OWNER’S SILK (ILLUSTRATION)
2. SADDLE CLOTH
3. HORSE NAME & COUNTRY OF BIRTH
4. NUMBER OF DAYS SINCE LAST RAN
5. AGE 6. ST 7. LB 8. LBS
9. COLOUR OF HORSE
B = BAY
BR = BROWN
CH = CHESTNUT
GR = GREY
RO = ROAN
10 SEX OF HORSE
C = COLT
F = FILLY
G = GELDING
H = HORSE
M = MARE
11. SIRE (FATHER)
12. DAM (MOTHER)
13. FORM GUIDE
14. PREVIOUS PERFORMANCES
15. FORM COMMENT
- = NEW RACING SEASON
/ = MISSED RACING SEASON
P = PULLED-UP AND DIDN’T FINISH THE RACE
F = HORSE FELL
U = RIDER UNSEATED
R = HORSE REFUSED TO RACE
CO = THE HORSE WAS FORCED OUT OF A RACE BY A LOOSE HORSE
B = HORSE WAS BROUGHT DOWN
S = HORSE SLIPPED
R = THE HORSE RAN AROUND A JUMP OR TOOK THE WRONG COURSE IN A FLAT RACE
D = DISQUALIFIED
WELCOME
WELCOME TO
Dear Friends Of Punchestown,
On behalf of the Kildare Hunt Club and the entire team here at Punchestown Racecourse I’m delighted to welcome you to Boodles Champion Hurdle Day on the penultimate day of the 2025 Punchestown Festival
The Punchestown Festival is a massive event that ignites local pride and captures national attention. A celebration over 5 days for the culmination of the jumps season boasting 12 Grade 1 races and over €3.5 million in prizemoney drawing champions, dreamers, and crowds from far and wide. With a reputation which brings both responsibility and pressure to deliver perfect jumping ground It is Ireland’s largest corporate hospitality event, where top class racing meets the glamour of fashion, the joy of entertainment, and creates special moments and memories that last a lifetime. But beyond the numbers, the prestige, and the spectacle - Punchestown is more than that, Punchestown is special, Punchestown is tradition.
As we embark on a major milestone in our history, the 175th anniversary of Punchestown, our focus in 2025 has been to instil that tradition so that the business continues to evolve and grow so that we safeguard Punchestown for the generations to come This would simply not be possible without the support of each and every one of you here today and the integral part you play in the tradition of Punchestown and for that I want to say Thank You.
The Grade 1 €300,000 Boodles Champion Hurdle is one of the most eagerly anticipated contests of the week. This race is renowned for its illustrious roll of honour producing timeless champions such as our most recent winner State Man, Honeysuckle, Faugheen, Hurricane Fly, Jezki, Hardy Eustace and of course the legendary Istabraq. I would like to extend a very warm Punchestown welcome to all the family and team in Boodles back to the Home of Irish Jump Racing for this fascinating spectacle I would also like to acknowledge and thank all of our partners today and indeed over the five days for their continued support. Without their involvement it wouldn’t be possible for us to attract and showcase the very best jump racing stars on both sides of the Irish Sea, for the grand finale of the Irish jump racing season.
It is not all just about the action on the racecourse today either as the social aspect of the Punchestown Festival really comes into its own. The overall winner of the Bollinger Best Dressed will be judged and announced shortly after the first race in the Bollinger Lounge and Garden located in the Style Quarter in the Southern Enclosure, so make sure to soak up the atmosphere, enjoy the colour, style and elegance that it provides.
The Punchestown Festival really is something to savour and we hope that you enjoy the action on and off the track with a host of entertainment lined up for all to enjoy. Don’t miss a moment of the magic, enjoy the Punchestown experience and hopefully you get a few winners as well!
Kindest Regards
Conor O’Neill
CEO,
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I look forward to welcoming you all back tomorrow for more exhilarating action with the €125,000 Grade 1 SBK Irish EBF Champion Mares Hurdle the feature highlight on Festival Saturday, the final day of the 2025 Punchestown Festival with the first race going to post at 2.30pm.
Fuel economy l/100km: low to high combined: 9.1-12.1. CO2 emissions g/km: combined low to high 239-278. The figures provided are WLTP and are shown as a range under WLTP testing measures. CO2 and fuel economy figures may vary according to wheel fitment and optional extras fitted. Drive responsibly on and off-road.
ABOUT TOWN
ABANDONMENT
SHOULD TODAY’S MEETING BE ABANDONED BEFORE THE START OF THE 2ND RACE, A VOUCHER FOR 1 ADMISSION ON ANOTHER DAY WILL BE ISSUED AFTER SUCH TIME NO REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED
BINOCULAR HIRE
BINOCULARS CAN BE HIRED FROM THE BINOCULAR HUT ADJACENT TO THE PARADE RING.
BOTTLE & GLASS
RACEGOERS ARE REQUESTED NOT TO TAKE DRINKS IN BOTTLES AND GLASSES OUTSIDE BAR AREAS AS THEY MAY CAUSE ACCIDENTS.
CASH FACILITIES
THERE IS A MOBILE BANK LINK POSITIONED IN FRONT OF THE SADDLING AREA ADJACENT TO THE PARADE RING. CASH FACILITIES ARE ALSO AVAILABLE IN ALL BARS
CLOAK ROOM
THE CLOAKROOM IS SITUATED AT THE ENTRANCE TO THE PANORAMIC STAND BESIDE MADIGANS BAR.
EVACUATION
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE OF PUNCHESTOWN’S EVACUATION DRILL AND MAP WITHIN YOUR RACE CARD FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY SHOULD THE MANAGEMENT HAVE TO EVACUATE THE RACECOURSE FOR ANY REASON DURING THE RACE DAY.
LOST PROPERTY
ALL LOST PROPERTY SHOULD BE HANDED INTO THE ENQUIRIES OFFICE. CONTACT 045-897704 WITH ANY LOST PROPERTY QUERIES. PUNCHESTOWN DOES NOT ACCEPT LIABILITY FOR THE LOSS OR DAMAGE OF PROPERTY ON THE GROUNDS OF OUR LAND OR PREMISES.
MEDICAL CENTRE
THE MEDICAL CENTRE IS SITUATED ADJACENT TO THE WEIGH ROOM IN THE PARADE RING ENCLOSURE.
TRANSPORT
A TAXI RANK IS IN OPERATION OUTSIDE THE MAIN ENTRANCE BUILDING ADJACENT TO THE NO.1 CAR PARK. A SHUTTLE SERVICE WILL BE IN OPERATION.
REFUSAL & REMOVAL
PUNCHESTOWN IS A PRIVATE PROPERTY AND THE MANAGEMENT HAVE THE RIGHT TO REFUSE ADMISSION OF ANY PERSON AND TO REMOVE ANY PERSON OR PARTY FROM THE GROUNDS.
TRAFFIC ARRANGEMENTS
WHEN DEPARTING THE RACECOURSE TO AID THE SMOOTH FLOW OF TRAFFIC, PLEASE FOLLOW PARKING ATTENDANTS, GARDA INSTRUCTIONS & DIRECTIONAL SIGNALS.
WHEELCHAIR FACILITIES
DISABLED TOILETS ARE AVAILABLE AT ALL MAIN TOILET BLOCKS. VIEWING FACILITIES ARE PROVIDED ADJACENT TO THE PARADE RING NEAR THE WINNERS’ POSITION AND IN FRONT OF THE GRANDSTAND ADJACENT TO THE STEWARDS STAND
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F e s t i v a l 20 25 So Fa r
Buy Some Time gives the Smith Family a brilliant first trip to Punchestown as son Ben Smith guides him to victory in the Albert Bartlett Triple Crown Series Final.
Transprint wins the opening race at Festival 2025 to bring in a 1-2 for owner/trainer R P O’Keeffe over the banks course.
Big celebrations for the Connell Family as Marine Nationale wins the GR1 William Hill Champion Chase for owner/trainer Barry Connell.
Owner Owen Daly hugs Derek O’Connor after Bud Fox wins the Willie Coonan Memorial Flat Race.
SPECIALISTS IN ROAD
SURFACING & CIVIL
FRIDAY 2ND MAY - 1ST RACE 3.40PM THE
(FOR RACE CONDITIONS SEE PAGE 72) Two Miles and Four Furlongs 55 Yards
(Generously sponsored by Stanley Asphalt) FIRST €8850; SECOND: €3000; THIRD: €1500; FOURTH: €750; FIFTH: €450; SIXTH: €300
Mary N Kilduff
Stephen Gerard Carey, Kildare B Noel Gowen Br B g Getaway (GER) - Party Belle (GB) (Silver Patriarch)
J Mr M N Sharpe (7) F 1r-1321 (CPiece)
4/1 Mr M.N. Sharpe 11.7 (CP) won 1/2L 5L from Cause For Comment (FR) 11.12 and Last
20/1 Mr M.N. Sharpe 11.7 (CP) 4L 2nd to Fountain House 11.7 THU 6 MAR 11rn
(PtoP) 5/1 M N Sharpe 10L 3rd to Fountain House PUNCHESTOWN 22-FEB-25 8r6f 3m
O Nicola McCarthy
T Ian John McCarthy, Kildare
B Gerald Travers
Br B g Lucky Speed - Cabra Cruizor (Swift Gulliver)
J Mr E Mahon (7) F
HOUSE 1 N.H.
(TStrap)
€5,900.00 (PtoP) 4/7FF E Mahon won 3L s/hd from Heroes Of Renown and Cloudy Tuesday DROMAHANE 06-APR-25
Gd/Yld 3/1 Mr E. Mahon 11.7 won 4L 11L from Asphalt Cowboy 11.7 and Last Round 12.0 THU 6 MAR 11rn hnt.ch 3m 1f 22yds Gd/Yld (PtoP) 7/4FF E Mahon won 6L 4L from Gale Force Jet (GB) and Asphalt
Richard J Farrell
T John G Carr, Kildare
B Whitson Bloodstock Limited
Br B g Yeats - Maiden Voyage (GB) (Slip Anchor)
J Mr J H Williamson (7) F 52864p- (B,T) FR GILLIGANSVOYGE (GB) 1 N.H. WIN €8,850.00 C 14/1 HR67 J. Coen 9.11 (BK) (TS) p.u. in race won by Portarlington 12.0 TRAM 26 NOV 24 13rn hcp chse (0-95)2m 5f 100yds Sft 50/1 HR67 J. Coen 9.11 (BK) (TS) 4L 4L 5 1/2L 4th to General Hubble 10.10 here 15 NOV 24 13rn hcp chse (0-102)3m 70yds Gd 12/1 HR67 C. Stone-Walsh 9.11 (BK) (TS) 70L last of 6fn, 9rn to Edgewell 10.11 DWNP 11 OCT 24 hcp
O Henry Chamney
T Sean Thomas Doyle (R), Wexford
B Phil & Jan Mathias
Br B g Jet Away (GB) - Gale Force Lucey (Oscar)
J Mr J L Scallan (7) F 11-2615 (CPiece)
GALE FORCE JET (GB)
6/5Fav Mr J.L. Scallan 11.0 1 3/4L 5th of 7fn, 8rn to Ta Se Rua (GB) 11.0 TRAM 14 APR hnt.ch 2m 5f 180yds Yld (PtoP) 4/1 Cormac J Byrne won 12L 9L from Haggard and Create The Future MONKSGRANGE 30-MAR-25 9r4f Wnr of Two 3m Yld/Sft (PtoP) 6/1 Cormac J Byrne 15L 6th to Cool Worker BELCLARE 09-MAR-25 11r8f Wnr of Two 3m Gd/Yld
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GO FRANKIE (IRE) (46)
O Louis Hill
T Patrick Griffin, Dublin
B Maurice Sheehy
Br B g Milan (GB) - Go Bee (Golan)
J Mr F Maguire F 02f41-6 (CPiece)
GO FRANKIE
66/1 Mr F. Maguire 11.7 83L 6th of 7fn, 8rn to Milan Forth 11.7 DRYL 17 MAR hnt.ch 2m 3f 140yds Gd (PtoP) 7/2 B Lawless won 1L 10L from Cosmic Blizzard and Primitic (FR) BOULTA 23-NOV-24 8r7f Mdn 3m Yld (PtoP) 5/2FF J P Murray 15L 4th to Second Subaltern (USA) QUAKERSTOWN 09-NOV-24 6r5f Gelds Mdn 3m Gd/Yld
3/4l behind Ta Se Rua when fifth of 8 at 6-5fav on his chase debut at Tramore over 2m 6f (yielding) last month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time. Star Rating H A winner of a point-to-point at 3m on yielding ground. Well beaten at 66-1 behind Milan Forth when sixth of 8 on his chase debut at Down Royal over 2m 4f (good) in March. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time.
7 GO MIKE GO (IRE) (19)
O Peter Cribbin
T Shane Nolan, Kildare
B Peter Cribbin
Br Ch g Zambezi Sun (GB) - Our Girl Rosey (Pushkin)
J Mr I Cribbin (7) F 4pu (CPiece)
Star Rating HH
GO MIKE GO (PtoP) 4/1 I Cribbin u.r in race won by Kilmore Coral STRADBALLY 13-APR-25 6r2f Mdn 3m Gd (PtoP) 8/1 I Cribbin p.u. in race won by Kilbuny Supersonic LINGSTOWN 09-MAR-25 8r5f Mdn 3m Yld (PtoP) 10/1 I Cribbin 4th to Midnight Moonshine COMEA 09-FEB-25 6r4f Gelds Mdn 3m Yld
Yet to place in three starts. Unseated rider when 4-1 at Stradbally over 3m (good) in a point-to-point race won by Kilmore Coral last month on his latest outing. Having his first run for a new stable today.
HEY SIR (IRE) (40)
O T J Healy & Paul Healy
T Peter Maher, Kildare
B Mr Tom Healy
Br B g Policy Maker - Miss Behavin’ (Zagreb (USA))
J Mr B T Stone (7) F p-p4p
HEY SIR
Star Rating H
(PtoP) 6/1 B O’Neill p.u. in race won by Arkhill DURROW 23-MAR-25 7r4f Gelds Mdn 3m Yld (PtoP) 10/1 B Dunleavy 18L 4th to Fountain House PUNCHESTOWN 22-FEB-25 8r6f
(PtoP) 8/1
Unplaced in all four starts. Pulled up when 6-1 at Durrow over 3m (yielding) in a point-to-point race won by Arkhill in March on his latest outing.
Star Rating HHH
A winner at 2-1 in a point-to-point race at Castletown-Geoghegan over 3m (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Maison De Balzac by 10l. He is wearing a tongue-tie and cheekpieces for the first time. Having his first run for a new stable today.
O Robert Conlan
T Conor O’Dwyer, Kildare
B P E Atkinson
Br B Gr g Geordieland (FR) - Sisella (Bob Back (USA))
J Mr B O’Neill F 3fu-p2-p
SIXHANDSINMYPOCKET (GB) (PtoP) 6/4JFF P A King p.u. in race won by Catalani NENAGH 08-MAR-25 7r5f Gelds Mdn 3m Gd/Yld (PtoP) 3/1 E Staples 2nd to Western Wishes TATTERSALLS 08-DEC-24 8r6f Mdn 3m Sft 20/1 HR102 C.G. O’Dwyer 11.2 p.u. in race won by Mighty Oak Lad 10.4 FAIR 1 JAN 24
O Paddy Blake
T A J Martin, Meath
B Cathal Ennis
Br B g Milan (GB) - Laughing Lesa (Bob Back (USA))
J Mr A Coonan (7) F f-32321 (TStrap)
SQUIRE OHARA (PtoP) 5/2JFF A Coonan won 1L 30L from Braidside Boy and Ivraie (FR) LOUGHANMORE 21-APR-25 6r3f Gelds Mdn 3m Yld (PtoP) 5/4FF A Coonan 6.1/2L 2nd to Johnny K LOUGHBRICKLAND 29-MAR-25 5r4f Gelds Mdn 3m Yld/Sft (PtoP) 6/1 A Coonan 5 1/2L 3rd to Carrick Hill BELCLARE 09-MAR-25 16r8f Mdn 3m Gd/Yld
O Mrs A G Kavanagh
T Edward F Power (R), Tipperary
B William Mangan
Br B g Robin des Champs (FR) - Princess Mairead (Blueprint)
J Mr J W Hendrick (7) F 1f/-733-5 THE BLIND PIPER (PtoP) 5/1 J W Hendrick 26L 5th to Fountain House PUNCHESTOWN 22-FEB-25 8r6f 3m Hvy (PtoP) 4/6FF J C Barry 12L 3rd to Millie Supreme TRALEE 25-MAY-24 3r 3m Sft 9/1 Mr F. Maguire 11.11 (TS) 2 3/4L 8L 3rd to Private Ryan 11.4 here 3 MAY 24 10rn hnt.ch 2m 4f 55yds Yld
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O Nicola McCarthy
T Ian John McCarthy, Kildare
B David Russell
Br B f Presenting (GB) - Crowning Virtue (Jimble (FR)) J Miss M O’Sullivan (5) F 4p
?+2 indicates jockey possible 2lb overweight
B,T worn by No 3. C,T worn by No 4, No 9. CPiece worn by No 1, No 5, No 6, No 7. TStrap worn by No 2, No 11.
Probable Starting Prices - 2/1 Eyes Off Annie, 5/2 Fountain House, 5/1 Asphalt Cowboy, 15/2 Gale Force Jet (GB), 8/1 Cosmic Blizzard, 14/1 Man Of The House, 16/1 The Blind Piper, 20/1 Squire Ohara, 33/1 Sixhandsinmypocket (GB), Keenaghan Lass, 50/1 Go Mike Go, 66/1 Go Frankie, 100/1 Fr Gilligansvoyge (GB), 150/1 Hey Sir
2024 - 1st Private Ryan 2nd De Nordener 3rd The Blind Piper (5 min. 38.1 sec.)
RACE SUMMARY
Ian McCarthy looks to have a strong hand here, saddling both FOUNTAIN HOUSE and recent Cork winner Eyes Off Annie The former is difficult to oppose having won his last three He easily accounted for Gale Force Jet, Asphalt Cowboy, Hey Sir, The Blind Piper and Man Of The House when successful in a point-to-point at this venue in February and having added two more wins since, he can uphold the form. The aforementioned Gale Force Jet represents last year’s winning connections and while he disappointed on his most recent start at Tramore, he mightn’t have been suited by the undulations of the track, and a much improved performance can be expected from him now. WIN: FOUNTAIN HOUSE EACH-WAY: EYES OFF ANNIE
RACE FACTS A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): S Doyle (5 wins from 40 runners, 12%) runs GALE FORCE JET
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): S Curling (3 wins from 18 runners, 17%) runs COSMIC BLIZZARD
Longest Traveller: COSMIC BLIZZARD trained by S Curling, Tipperary, 98 miles.
RACE RESULTS
STYLE QUARTER
BOLLINGER LOUNGE
Bloodstock
T S R B Crawford, Antrim
B Edward McMahon
Br B g Getaway (GER) - Simply Erin (Gamut)
J Mr S Connor (7) F 252-116
CARNFUNNOCK 4 N.H. WINS €27,712.50
Mr Stephen Connor 12.0 15L 6th of 24 to Wonderwall 12.0 CHELTENHAM 14 MAR hnt.ch
Gd /Sft (PtoP) 7/4 S Connor won 2L 18L from Ballyphilip and Dento Des Obeaux (FR) KIRKISTOWN 08-FEB-25 4r3f Open 3m Gd/Yld (PtoP) 9/4 S Connor won 1L 1/2L from Dento Des Obeaux (FR) and Milan Forth TYRELLA 25-JAN-25 8r7f Open 3m Gd/Yld
Winner of two hurdle races, two NH flat races and two point-to-points from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to soft to yielding - soft. Finished 15l behind Wonderwall when sixth of 24 at 100-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Cheltenham over 3m 2f (good to soft) in March.
O James W Doyle
T Mary Ellen Doyle, Wexford
B Gregor Visher
Br B g Authorized - In Caso Di Neve (FR) (Country Reel (USA))
J Mr B Dunleavy (7) F 0-23316 (CPiece)
CIEL DE NEIGE (FR) 5 N.H. WINS €45,725.00 C (PtoP) 5/2 S J Butler 10L 6th to Fountain House DROMAHANE 06-APR-25 7r
3m Gd/Yld (PtoP) 4/1 S J Butler won 1L 8L from Pat Coyne and Er Dancer (FR) BALLYRAGGET 16-MAR-25 8r7f Open 3m Gd/Yld (PtoP) 6/1 B Dunleavy 1 1/2L 3rd to Between Waters KILDORRERY 01-MAR-25 10r8f Open 3m Sft
Winner of two hurdle races, three chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to heavy. Finished 10l behind Fountain House when sixth of 7 at 5-2 on his latest outing in a point-to-point race at Dromahane over 3m (good - yielding) last month.
Winner of three hurdle races, three chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to soft to soft - heavy. Well beaten at 100-1 when 16th of 29 on his latest outing in a chase at Aintree over 2m 5f (good to soft) last month.
O James W Doyle
T Mary Ellen Doyle, Wexford
B Gestut Zur Kuste AG & Riviera Equine S A R L
Br Ch g Muhtathir (GB) - Four Green (FR) (Green Tune (USA))
J Mr S J Butler (7) F 72p-552 (CPiece)
FRANCOIS (FR) 1 FLAT WIN €14,000.00 2 N.H. WINS €20,515.00 C (PtoP) 10/1 B Dunleavy 12L 2nd to Winged Leader TATTERSALLS 13-APR-25 7r4f Open 3m Gd (PtoP) 10/1 R M McParland 33L 5th to Ciel De Neige (FR) BALLYRAGGET 16-MAR-25 8r7f Open 3m Gd/Yld (PtoP) 10/1 B Dunleavy 25L 5th to Carnfunnock TYRELLA 25-JAN-25 8r7f
12l by Winged Leader when second of 7 at 10-1 on his latest outing in a point-to-point race at Tattersalls over 3m (good) last
O John C McConnell
T John C McConnell, Meath
B Mrs M Brophy
Br B g Stowaway (GB) - Missusan (King’s Ride)
J Ms E Fallon (7) F 432535 (TStrap)
Star Rating HH
GO ANOTHER ONE 14 N.H. WINS €146,316.90 66/1 Ms E. Fallon 11.7 (TS) last of 5fn, 7rn to Big Interest 12.0 FAIR 22 APR hnt.ch 3m 130yds Sft (PtoP) 10/1 Ms E Fallon 32L 3rd to Winged Leader TATTERSALLS 13-APR-25 7r4f Open 3m Gd (PtoP) 10/1 Ms E Fallon 37L 5th to Ballyphilip LOUGHBRICKLAND 29-MAR-25 6r5f Open 3m Yld/Sft
Has won eight hurdle races, two NH flat races and four chases from 2m 1f to 3m 1f on ground varying from good to firm to yielding - soft, but last win was over two years ago. Well beaten at 66-1 when fifth of 7 on his latest outing in a chase at Fairyhouse over 3m 1f (soft) last month. Star Rating HHH
O Bective Stud
T Gordon Elliott, Meath
B Miss Margaret Wall
Br B g Beat Hollow (GB) - I’m Grand (Raise A Grand)
J Mr J H Williamson (7) F 3-54522 (B,T) HOLLOW GAMES 5 N.H. WINS €44,840.00 C
5/1 Mr H.C. Swan 12.0 (BK) (TS) 18L 2nd to Big Interest 12.0 FAIR 22 APR 7rn hnt.ch 3m 130yds Sft (PtoP) 7/2 A J Lord 3L 2nd to Winged Leader PORTRUSH 22-MAR-25 9r3f Open 3m Yld 8/1 HR138 Mr H.C. Swan 12.0 (BK) (TS) 23L 5th of 9fn, 13rn to My
Winner of two hurdle races, two NH flat races, a chase and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to heavy, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 18l by Big Interest when second of 7 at 5-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Fairyhouse over 3m 1f (soft) last month. Star Rating HHHHH
John P McManus T Emmet Mullins, Carlow
B J & C Roche
Br Br g Presenting (GB)
Has won seven chases and three point-to-points from 2m 5f to 3m 1f on ground varying from good - yielding to heavy. Beaten a neck by Wonderwall when second of 24 at 4-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Cheltenham over 3m 2f (good to soft) in March.
Has won seven hurdle races, two NH flat races, two chases and a point-to-point from 2m 1f to 3m 1f on ground varying from good to firm to soft - heavy. Pulled up when 5-2 at Tattersalls over 3m (good) in a point-to-point race won by Winged Leader last month on his latest outing.
(IRE) (29)
O Mrs Helen Mullins
T Thomas Mullins, Kilkenny
B Donal Murphy
Br Br g Presenting (GB) - Dushion (Dushyantor (USA))
J Mr C Mullins (7) F 0f-1280
ONTHEROPES 2 N.H. WINS €53,976.00
Mr Charlie Mullins 12.0 26L 12th of 29 to Gracchus De Balme (FR) 12.0 AINTREE 3 APR hnt.ch 2m 5f 19yds Gd /Sft
Mr Charlie Mullins 12.0 19L 8th of 24 to Wonderwall 12.0 CHELTENHAM 14 MAR hnt.ch 3m 2f 70yds Gd /Sft 12/1 Mr C. Mullins 11.7 12L 2nd to Ryehill 11.7 NAAS 8 FEB 9rn hnt.ch 3m 175yds Sft
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RAMILLIES (IRE) (12)
O Ramillies & Christie Family Syndicate
T D M Christie, Fermanagh
B M Morgan
Br Gr g Shantou (USA) - Mrs Wallensky (Roselier (FR))
J Mr R James (7) F 24-2p03 (CPiece)
RAMILLIES 3 N.H. WINS €20,650.00 C (PtoP) 4/1 Ms G Benson 10L 3rd to The Great Unknown QUAKERSTOWN 20-APR-25 4r Open 3m Yld
Mr Barry O’Neill 12.0 (CP) 99+L 22nd of 29 to Gracchus De Balme (FR) 12.0 AINTREE 3 APR hnt.ch 2m 5f 19yds Gd /Sft 16/1 Mr S. Cotter 11.7 (CP) p.u. in race won by My Best Valentine 11.0 GOW 8 MAR 13rn hnt.ch 3m 1f Sft
O Emmet Mullins
T Emmet Mullins, Carlow
B Liam Gilsenan
Br B g Milan (GB) - Derravaragh Lilly (Kalanisi)
J Mr E Mahon (7) F 18-pp4p (C,T)
SHEEPHAVEN FLYER (PtoP) 9/4JFF Ms M O’Sullivan p.u. in race won by King In The Park TAYLORSTOWN 05-APR-25 5r3f Wnr of One 3m Gd (PtoP) 5/1 Ms M O’Sullivan 5 1/4L 4th to Onyerbike BALLYCRYSTAL 22-MAR-25 8r6f Wnr of One 3m Gd/Yld (PtoP) 9/2 Ms M O’Sullivan p.u. in race won by Making Country NENAGH 08-MAR-25 15r9f Wnr of One 3m Gd/Yld
Has won a hurdle race, a NH flat race, a chase and six point-to-points from 2m to 3m on ground varying from soft to soft - heavy Third of 4 behind The Great Unknown beaten 11l at 4-1 on his latest outing in a point-to-point race at Quakerstown over 3m (yielding) last month. Star Rating HH A winner of a point-to-point at 3m on good ground. Pulled up when 9-4fav at Taylorstown over 3m (good) in a point-to-point race won by King In The Park last month on his latest outing.
O Paul Nicholls & John Bolton
T Miss Olive Nicholls, (IN GB)
B S C E A Plessis
Br B g Air Chief Marshal
Red Vixen (Agnes World (USA)) J Miss O Nicholls (7) F 41//-2p/-21
(FR) 1 FLAT
Miss
Miss Olive Nicholls 11.3 (H) p.u. in race won by Sine
Has won a hurdle race, a chase and six point-to-points from 1m 7f to 3m on good and soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a chase when 4-6fav at Kempton over 2m 4f (good) last month, beating Captain Tommy by 34l.
Rating HHHH Winner of a chase and four point-to-points from 3m to 3m 1f on ground varying from good to soft. Well beaten at 4-1fav behind Gracchus De Balme when 10th of 29 on his latest outing in a chase at Aintree over 2m 5f (good to soft) last month.
B,T worn by No 7. C,T worn by No 4, No 12 CPiece worn by No 3, No 5, No 11.
TStrap worn by No 1, No 6.
Probable Starting Prices - 11/4 Its On The Line, 3/1 Big Interest, 5/1 Viroflay (FR), 6/1 Hollow Games, Willitgoahead, 12/1 Ontheropes, 16/1 Carnfunnock, Ramillies, 25/1 Dorking Cock, 33/1 Macgiloney, 50/1 Go Another One, Sheephaven Flyer, 100/1 Ciel De Neige (FR), 150/1 Francois (FR) 2024 - 1st Its On The Line 2nd Lifetime Ambition 3rd Lonesome Boatman (FR) (6 min. 48.8 sec.)
RACE SUMMARY
While he just can’t get the rub of the green at Cheltenham, ITS ON THE LINE has excelled at Punchestown. Bidding for his third straight win in this contest, the Presenting eight-year-old is difficult to oppose The youngest runner in the line-up at six, Big Interest is an obvious danger A facile winner at Fairyhouse last week, the David Christie-trained bay appears to be back on song after some muddling efforts prior to that win. Third and just three-and-a-quarter lengths behind the selection at Prestbury Park, Willitgoahead is another leading contender, despite since disappointing at Aintree, while UK raider Viroflay and Cheltenham sixth Carnfunnock are others of interest. WIN: ITS ON THE LINE EACH-WAY: WILLITGOAHEAD
RACE FACTS A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): G Elliott (97 wins from 713 runners, 14%) runs HOLLOW GAMES and WILLITGOAHEAD
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G Elliott (6 wins from 72 runners, 8%)
runs HOLLOW GAMES and WILLITGOAHEAD
Fancy That: E Mullins won this race in 2023 and 2024 The stable runs ITS ON THE LINE & SHEEPHAVEN FLYER today.
RACE RESULTS
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11/10 HR156 M.P Walsh 11.9 (TS) won nk 57L from Allegorie De Vassy (FR) 11.3 and Must Be Obeyed 10.11 NAAS 8 FEB 3rn chse Listed 2m Sft 4/1 HR157 M.P Walsh 11.5 (TS) 3 3/4L 3/4L 14L 4th to Solness (FR) 11.12 LEP 27 DEC 24 9rn chse Grade 1
- soft. Won on her latest outing when 6-4fav in the Grade 2 Mrs Paddy Power Mares’ Chase at Cheltenham over 2m 5f (good to soft) in March, beating Brides Hill by 9l.
(IRE) (49)
O Brides Hill Syndicate
T Gavin Cromwell, Meath
B Grange Stud
Br B f Dylan Thomas - Wedding Cake (Groom Dancer (USA))
J Keith Donoghue F 1-113-22 (CPiece)
BRIDES HILL 8 N.H. WINS €157,207.40 CD HANDICAP RATING 150
Keith Donoghue 11.5 8 1/2L 2nd to Dinoblue (FR) 11.7 CHELTENHAM 14 MAR 9rn chse Grade 2 2m 4f 127yds Gd /Sft
Sean Flanagan 11.8 1 3/4L 4 1/2L 3rd to La Renommee (FR) 11.2 DONCASTER 29 DEC 24 4rn chse Listed 2m 4f 115yds Gd /Sft
Has won three hurdle races and five chases from 2m to 2m 6f on ground varying from good to yielding - soft. Beaten 9l by Dinoblue when second of 9 at 9-2 on her latest outing in the Grade 2 Mrs Paddy Power Mares’ Chase at Cheltenham over 2m 5f (good to soft) in March.
3 ALLEGORIE DE VASSY (FR) (49) 8 11 1 (155)
O Mrs S Ricci
T W P Mullins, Carlow
B M Nicolas Ferrand, M Andre Brakha & M Jean Marie Purzier
Br B f No Risk At All (FR) - Autignac (FR) (Solon (GER))
J Paul Townend F 444-12f (TStrap)
ALLEGORIE DE VASSY (FR) 7 N.H. WINS €131,865.00 HANDICAP RATING 151 P. Townend 11.2 (TS) fell in race won by Dinoblue (FR) 11.7 CHELTENHAM 14 MAR 9rn chse
5/6Fav HR153 P. Townend 11.3 (TS) nk 2nd to Dinoblue (FR) 11.9 NAAS 8 FEB 3rn chse Listed 2m Sft
5/4Fav HR150 P. Townend 10.12 (TS) won 25L 7L from Limerick Lace 11.3 and Malina Girl
Winner of two hurdle races and five chases from 2m to 2m 6f on ground varying from good - yielding to yielding - soft. Fell at the last when 4-1 in the Grade 2 Mrs Paddy Power Mares’ Chase at Cheltenham over 2m 5f (good to soft) won by Dinoblue in March on her latest outing.
O M J Hanrahan
T Gordon Elliott, Meath
B Damien Duncan Br
Has won five hurdle races, a NH flat race, four chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to soft - heavy Well beaten at 33-1 when seventh of 30 on her latest outing in the Grade 3 BoyleSports Irish Grand National Chase at Fairyhouse over 3m 5f (soft - heavy) last month.
O Raymond P Fitzgerald
T J P Dempsey, Kildare
B Herine Bloodstock
Br B f Walk In The Park - Aure Antique (FR) (Network (GER))
HR129 D.J. O’Keeffe 10.4 16L 7th of 11fn, 13rn to Monbeg Park 10.12 LEP 2 MAR Ext hcp chse Listed 2m 5f 107yds Yld 11/1
7/1
HR123 D. Meyler 10.12 2 1/4L 2nd to Nara (FR) 10.6 THU 19 JAN 5rn nov.ch Grade 2 2m 4f 189yds Gd
HR124 Sam Ewing 10.10 11L 10th of 11fn, 12rn to An Peann Dearg 10.2 LEP 26 DEC 24 Ext hcp chse 2m 1f Gd/Yld
She has won two hurdle races and a chase from 2m to 2m 1f on ground varying from good - yielding to yielding. Beaten 16l behind Monbeg Park at 6-1 when seventh of 13 on her latest outing in a chase at Leopardstown over 2m 5f (yielding) in March.
6 MUST BE OBEYED (IRE) (10) 9 10 12 (152)
O Frank Daly & Lorna Groarke
T Thomas Gibney, Meath
B Mr and Mrs F Daly
Br B f Mustameet (USA) - Clare Belle (Sayarshan (FR))
J Darragh O’Keeffe F 78-7345 (CPiece)
Star Rating HH
MUST BE OBEYED 4 N.H. WINS €31,565.00 C HANDICAP RATING 124 11/2 HR126 D.J. O’Keeffe 10.10 17L 5th of 7fn, 11rn to Kiltealy Park 9.9 FAIR 22 APR Ext hcp chse Listed 2m 5f Sft 22/1 HR127 M.P O’Connor 10.9 1/2L 6 1/2L 1 1/2L 4th to Bushmans Pass 10.9 NAAS 9 MAR 14rn Ext hcp chse Listed 3m 174yds Sft 18/1 HR129 D.J. O’Keeffe 10.11 nk 57L 3rd to Dinoblue (FR) 11.9 NAAS 8 FEB 3rn chse Listed 2m Sft
She has won a hurdle race, a NH flat race and two chases from 2m to 2m 7f on ground varying from soft to soft - heavy. Finished 18l behind Kiltealy Park when fifth on her latest outing at Fairyhouse over 2m 5f (soft) last month. Entered here on Wednesday.
CPiece worn by No 2, No 5, No 6. TStrap worn by No 1, No 3, No 4. Probable Starting Prices - 10/11 Dinoblue (FR), 11/4 Allegorie De Vassy (FR), 6/1 Brides Hill, 10/1 Shecouldbeanything, 20/1 Broomfield Bijou, 25/1 Must Be Obeyed 2024 - 1st Brides Hill 2nd Instit (FR) 3rd Must Be Obeyed (5 min. 23.2 sec.)
RACE SUMMARY
The first three home in the Cheltenham equivalent all line-up again here, with DINOBLUE taken to uphold the form. Sweeping by the re-opposing Allegorie De Vassy on the run to the last at Prestbury Park, her task was made all the easier by the fall of her stable companion. The pair have now met three times, with the selection coming out on top on each occasion thus far. Second at Cheltenham and the winner of this race last year, it’ll be interesting to see if first time cheekpieces can bring about some improvement in Brides Hill Coming from well off the pace to finish an admirable seventh in the Irish National last week, Shecouldbeanything also warrants respect. WIN: DINOBLUE EACH-WAY: BRIDES HILL
RACE FACTS A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): W P Mullins (181 wins from 718 runners, 25%)
runs ALLEGORIE DE VASSY & DINOBLUE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W P Mullins (22 wins from 114 runners, 19%) runs ALLEGORIE DE VASSY & DINOBLUE
Longest Travellers: SHECOULDBEANYTHING trained by G Elliott, MUST BE OBEYED trained by T Gibney & BRIDES HILL trained by G Cromwell - all Meath, 49 miles.
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Sft/Hvy Keith Donoghue 11.2 (TS) 20L 11th of 20 to Jagwar (FR) 10.10 CHELTENHAM 13 MAR hcp chse Grade C 2m 4f 127yds Gd /Sft 14/1 HR142 K.M. Donoghue 11.2 (CP) (TS) 2 3/4L 2nd to The King Of Prs 9.13 FAIR 11 JAN 12rn Ext hcp chse
Winner of two hurdle races, a NH flat race, a chase and a point-to-point
from good to soft - heavy. Finished 7l behind Hillsdale when fourth of 9 at
at Fairyhouse over 2m 1f (soft - heavy) last month.
O Simon Munir & Isaac Souede T W P Mullins, Carlow B James Hannon Br B g Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Definite Jt (Definite Article (GB))
J J J Slevin F 5143-33
BLIZZARD OF OZ 3 N.H. WINS €28,025.00 C HANDICAP RATING 141 11/10Fav P. Townend 11.12 4 1/4L nk 3rd to Harry Des Ongrais (FR) 11.12 GOW 15 FEB 11rn beg.ch 2m 4f Sft 9/2 D.E. Mullins 11.12 1/2L 7L 3rd to Quai De Bourbon (FR) 11.12 GOW 23 JAN 14rn beg.ch 2m 4f Sft/Hvy 10/1 D.E. Mullins 11.12 1 1/4L 1/2L 3rd to Lecky Watson 11.12 NAAS 16 DEC 24 12rn beg.ch 2m 4f 29yds Yld
He has won two hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m to 2m 3f on soft and heavy ground. Third of 11 behind Harry Des Ongrais beaten 4 1/2l at 11-10fav on his latest outing in a chase at Gowran Park over 2m 4f (soft) in February.
O John P McManus
T Joseph Patrick O’Brien, Kilkenny
B Mrs Noreen McManus
Br B g Gleneagles - Gilded Reflection (GB) (Zoffany)
J Simon Torrens F 0p135-1 (C,T) COMMON PRACTICE 1 FLAT WIN €14,750.00 4 N.H.
141 12/1HR131S.D.Torrens11.1(CP)(TS)won3/4L15LfromHighClassHero(GB)11.1andDrumgill11.1THU15MAR5rnnov.chGrade32m4f176ydsGd/Yld 5/1 S.D. Torrens 11.9 (TS) 8 3/4L 5th of 6 to Gorgeous Tom 11.5 WEX 30 AUG 24 nov.ch 2m 3f 100yds Gd/Yld 11/10Fav HR83 D.P McDonogh 8.11 (CP) (TS) nk 3L 3rd to Smooth Tom 9.7 GOW 14 AUG 24 4rn
He has won two hurdle races and two chases from 2m to 2m 5f on ground varying from good - yielding to heavy. A winner at 12-1 in a Grade 3 at Thurles over 2m 5f (good - yielding) on his latest outing in March, beating High Class Hero by 3/4l.
She has won three hurdle races and a chase from 2m to 2m 5f on ground varying from good to soft to softheavy. Third of 11 behind Kiltealy Park beaten 10l at 15-8fav on her latest outing in a chase at Fairyhouse over 2m 5f (soft) last month.
O John P McManus
T Henry de Bromhead, Waterford
B Bloodstock Agency Limited
Br B f Jeu St Eloi (FR) - Natsuke (FR) (Chichicastenango (FR))
6/5Fav M.P Walsh 10.6 (H) won 2 1/4L 11L from Broomfield Bijou 10.12 and Judicieuse Allen (FR) 10.12 THU 19 JAN 5rn nov.ch
7/4Fav M.P Walsh 10.7 (H) 3 3/4L 2nd to Only By Night 10.13 CK 8 DEC 24 8rn
189yds Gd
Yld
She has won a hurdle race and two chases from 1m 7f to 2m 5f on good and heavy ground. Won on her latest outing when 6-5fav in the Grade 2 Carey Glass Irish EBF Mares Novice Chase at Thurles over 2m 5f (good) in January, beating Broomfield Bijou by 2 1/4l.
1/1Fav M.P Walsh 10.13 (H) won 7 1/2L 9L from Dame Rapide 11.7 and Kilbarry Saint (FR) 11.7 GOW 9 NOV 24 5rn beg.ch 2m Gd 6 WHAT’S UP DARLING
O Gigginstown House Stud
T Gordon Elliott, Meath
B William Mangan Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Carries Darling (GB) (Flemensfirth (USA))
J Danny Gilligan F 42-35b3
100/30 HR137 J.C. Gainford 11.12 nk 14L 3rd to Aspire Tower 11.12 WEX 4 APR 8rn beg.ch 2m Yld/Sft Tiernan Power Roche 10.5 br.d in race won by Caldwell Potter (FR) 11.4 CHELTENHAM 13 MAR 19rn hcp chse 2m 4f 127yds Gd /Sft
7/2 HR137 D.J Gilligan 11.12 21L 5th of 10fn, 11rn to Harry Des Ongrais (FR) 11.12 GOW
He has won a hurdle race, a NH flat race and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on good - yielding and softheavy ground. Third of 8 behind Aspire Tower beaten 14l at 10-3 on his latest outing in a chase at Wexford over 2m (yielding) last month. Entered here yesterday.
2m 4f 127yds Gd Sean Bowen 10.7 (CP) p.u. in race won by Caldwell Potter (FR) 11.4 CHELTENHAM 13 MAR 19rn hcp chse 2m 4f 127yds Gd /Sft SeanBowen10.5(CP)wons/hd21/4LfromGrandeurd’Ame(FR)10.12andImperialSaint(FR)11.6CHELTENHAM25JAN11rnhcpchseGradeC2m4f127ydsSft
He has won two hurdle races and a chase from 2m 5f to 2m 6f on ground varying from good to soft. Finished 3 1/2l behind Riskintheground when fourth of 10 at 5-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Cheltenham over 2m 5f (good) last month.
O Kenneth Alexander T Henry de Bromhead, Waterford
B John Noonan
Br B f Getaway (GER) - Native Beauty (King’s Theatre) J Rachael Blackmore F p93-221 (Hood) THEATRE NATIVE 2 N.H. WINS €46,268.60
Rachael Blackmore 11.6
Successful in a hurdle race and a chase at 2m and 2m 5f on good and heavy ground. Won on her latest outing in a chase when 3-1fav at Cheltenham over 2m 5f (good) last month, beating A Penny A Hundred by 10l.
Winner of three hurdle races and two chases from 2m 1f to 2m 6f on ground varying from good to yieldingsoft. Well beaten at 22-1 behind Hillsdale when last of 9 on his latest outing in a chase at Fairyhouse over 2m 1f (soft - heavy) last month.
O Patrick Hale
T Henry de Bromhead, Waterford
B Tommy Newton
Br B g Court Cave - Odonimee (Idris) J Darragh O’Keeffe F 831313-
7/2 HR130 D.J. O’Keeffe 11.7 nk hd 3rd to Judicieuse Allen (FR) 11.7 FAIR 14 DEC 24 9rn nov.ch 2m 5f Gd/Yld 9/4 D.J. O’Keeffe 11.12 won 4 3/4L 17L from Will Do 11.12 and The Lovely Man 11.7 FAIR 12 NOV 24 7rn beg.ch 2m 4f Gd 4/7Fav D.J. O’Keeffe 11.3 14L 19L 3rd to Stuzzikini 11.3 SLGO 2 OCT 24 4rn
He has won a hurdle race, a chase and a point-to-point from 2m 4f to 3m 1f on good and good - yielding ground. Third of 9 behind Judicieuse Allen beaten 1/2l at 7-2 on his latest outing in
over 2m 5f (good - yielding) in December last year.
O Mrs Audrey Turley
T W P Mullins, Carlow
B Mr J L Lightfoot
Br B g Soldier of Fortune - Oligarch Society (Moscow Society (USA))
J Brian Hayes F 2132-5-u (CPiece)
SIR ARGUS (GB) 2 N.H. WINS €13,275.00 HANDICAP
7/1 B. Hayes 11.12 u.r in race won by Olympic Man (FR) 11.12 NAAS 9 MAR 15rn beg.ch 2m 4f 29yds Sft 5/1 B. Hayes 11.12 20L 5th of 12 to Search For Glory 11.12 GAL 27 OCT 24 beg.ch 2m 6f 111yds Yld 11/4 B. Hayes 11.12 1 1/2L 2nd to Mars Harper (GB) 11.12 GAL 3 AUG 23 6rn beg.ch 2m 6f 111yds Gd/Yld
Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m and 3m on yielding and yielding - soft ground, but last win was over two years ago. Unseated
O TempleBloodstock Western Diego Syndicate
T W P Mullins, Carlow
B Sean Osborne
Br B g Westerner (GB) - Ask Me Sister (Safety Catch (USA))
J Sean O’Keeffe F 134-625 (Hood)
WESTERN DIEGO 2 N.H. WINS €13,275.00 HANDICAP RATING 130
Danny Mullins 10.11 29L 5th of 7 to The Other Mozzie 11.1 AYR 12 APR hcp chse Grade C 2m 110yds Gd /Sft 4/1 S.F O’Keeffe 11.5 3L 2nd to Springt De La Mare (FR) 11.9 here 20 FEB 6rn nov.ch 2m Sft/Hvy 12/1 B. Hayes 11.12 (H) 35L 6th of 14 to Quai De Bourbon (FR) 11.12 GOW 23 JAN beg.ch 2m 4f Sft/Hvy
13 CLEATUS POOLAW
O Gigginstown House Stud
T Gordon Elliott, Meath
B Mrs Jane Way
Br B g Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Farewellatmidnight (GB) (Midnight Legend (GB)) J Mr J H Williamson (7) F f-476p3 (CPiece)
18/1 HR129 Sam Ewing 11.2 (CP) nk 4 1/2L 3rd to Battle It Out 10.6
Mr Harry Swan 11.5 (CP) p.u. in race won by Daily Present 10.7 CHELTENHAM 13
O John P McManus
T E J O’Grady, Tipperary
B Mr G Adair & Mr M O’Callaghan
Br Br g Westerner (GB) - Zalda (GB) (Zilzal (USA)) J Jody McGarvey F 603-857
12/1 HR130 M.M. McDonagh 10.12 34L 7th of 9 to Hillsdale 10.4 FAIR 20 APR Ext hcp
3/1Fav HR132 M.P Walsh 11.4 26L 5th of 6fn, 9rn to Prince Palace (FR) 9.7 NAV 1 MAR Ext hcp chse
Hvy 16/1 M.M. McDonagh 11.12 23L 8th of 13fn, 15rn to Special Cadeau (GB) 11.12 THU
O John P McManus
T J P Dempsey, Kildare
B Mrs Noreen McManus Br B g Mahler (GB) - Castlecrossings (Broken Hearted)
J Charlie O’Dwyer (5) F 5p6114- (C,T) NEVERADULLMOMENT 3 N.H. WINS €29,205.00
2/1Fav HR125 M.P Walsh 11.0 (CP) (TS) 3/4L 2L 1 1/4L 4th to Grandero Bello (FR) 11.12 GAL 27 OCT 24 11rn Ext hcp
111yds Sft 9/4FavHR113M.P Walsh11.4(CP)(TS)won91/2L31/2LfromMacgiloney12.0andToofareastiswest11.6GAL9SEP2410rnhcpchse(0-123)2m6f111ydsGd/Yld 7/1 HR113 C.G. O’Dwyer 11.10 (CP) (TS) won 1 3/4L 1 1/2L from Wajaaha 11.9 and Morricone 11.11 GAL
behind
(soft) in October last year.
O Denis Fitzgerald
T W P Mullins, Carlow
B Denis Fitzgerald
Br B g Soldier of Fortune - Asta Belle (FR) (Astarabad (USA))
J Danny Mullins F 2-1-0826
LISNAGAR FORTUNE 2 N.H. WINS €16,225.00
11/1 HR126 S. Fitzgerald 11.12 25L 6th of 7fn, 8rn to Aspire Tower 11.12
Yld/Sft 11/2 D.E. Mullins 11.12 5 1/2L 2nd to Golden Joy (FR) 11.12 LEP 3 MAR 7rn beg.ch 2m 1f Yld 16/1
D.E. Mullins 11.12 51L 8th of 10fn, 11rn to Harry Des Ongrais (FR) 11.12
Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m and 2m 1f on good - yielding and soft ground. Well beaten at 11-1 behind Aspire Tower when sixth of 8 on his latest outing in a chase at Wexford over 2m (yielding) last month.
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John Joseph Murphy, Cork
Joseph Sheahan Br B g Fame And Glory (GB) - Andreas Pride (Croco Rouge)
J Sean Flanagan F 327-838 (CPiece)
BLACK BAMBOO 2 N.H. WINS €20,650.00 HANDICAP RATING 123 9/1 HR125 S.W Flanagan 11.3 37L 8th of 10fn, 14rn to Canal End 10.12
100/30 HR125 S.W Flanagan 11.12 5 1/2L 1/2L 3rd to Golden Joy (FR) 11.12 LEP 3 MAR 7rn beg.ch 2m 1f Yld 50/1 S.W Flanagan 11.12 37L 8th of 14 to Quai De Bourbon (FR) 11.12 GOW 23 JAN beg.ch 2m 4f Sft/Hvy
O Mayo Meath Men Partnership
T Thomas Gibney, Meath
B Clongiffin Stud
Br Br g Pushkin - Crescendor (FR) (Lavirco (GER)) J Gavin Brouder (3) F 733-6u3 LISTENTILLITELLYEA
HR119 Anna McGuinness 11.1 u.r in race won by Lightkeeper 11.4 DRYL 17 MAR 6rn
16/1
HR121 Anna McGuinness 11.3 11L 6th of 9 to Conyers Hill 11.13 DRYL 21 JAN nov.ch 2m 115yds Gd/Yld
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 1f on soft ground. Third of 9 behind Hillsdale beaten 6l at 20-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Fairyhouse over 2m 1f (soft - heavy) last month.
B,T worn by No 1. C,T worn by No 3, No 16. CPiece worn by No 7, No 11, No 13, No 18
Hood worn by No 5, No 8, No 12
Probable Starting Prices - 6/1 Nara (FR), Theatre Native, 15/2 Common Practice, Zenta (FR), 8/1 Blizzard Of Oz, 10/1 Path D’oroux (FR), 12/1 Moon D’orange (FR), Native Speaker, 16/1 What’s Up Darling, Western Diego, 20/1 Sir Argus (GB), Cleatus Poolaw (GB), Neveradullmoment, Lisnagar Fortune, Prince Palace (FR), Listentillitellyea, 25/1 Black Bamboo, 33/1 Sea Music, 50/1 No Flies On Him, 66/1 Drumgill 2024 - 1st Hgranca De Thaix (FR) 2nd Perceval Legallois (FR) 3rd Battle It Out (5 min. 21.1 sec.)
RACE SUMMARY
A fiercely competitive affair, with Willie Mullins saddling five of the 20 Lurking towards the bottom of the handicap is his LISNAGAR FORTUNE, and with Danny Mullins aboard he is of definite interest. Two from two at the venue, the Soldier Of Fortune seven-year-old makes his debut in handicap company here and could be primed for a big run. One of three Henry de Bromhead-trained representatives in the line-up, Theatre Native is sure to have plenty of supporters after her impressive Cheltenham success, while Nara, who has won two of her last three, is another leading hope A case can be made for many more, with Cleatus Poolaw and Prince Palace two others for the shortlist.
WIN: LISNAGAR FORTUNE EACH-WAY: SOLDIER OF FORTUNE
RACE FACTS A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): W P Mullins (181 wins from 718 runners, 25%) runs BLIZZARD OF OZ, LISNAGAR FORTUNE, SIR ARGUS, WESTERN DIEGO & ZENTA
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W P Mullins (22 wins from 114 runners, 19%) runs BLIZZARD OF OZ, LISNAGAR FORTUNE, SIR ARGUS, WESTERN DIEGO & ZENTA
Longest Traveller: BLACK BAMBOO trained by J Murphy, Cork, 158 miles.
(FOR RACE CONDITIONS SEE PAGE 72)
TO WINNER:
Two Miles and Four Furlongs 140 Yards Start (Registered as the Tickell Novice Hurdle) (Generously sponsored by Alanna Homes) FIRST €73750; SECOND: €25000; THIRD: €12500; FOURTH: €6250; FIFTH: €3750; SIXTH: €2500
O Thurloe Thoroughbreds Ireland Limited T W P Mullins, Carlow B Vasby Distribution AB Br Gr g Belardo - Three Cards (GB) (Mastercraftsman) J Rachael Blackmore F 1195-83 (TStrap)
Grade 2 2m Gd/Yld 4/1 D.E. Mullins 11.1 (TS) 62L last of 8 to Gaucher (GB) 11.8 NAAS 9 MAR nov.hdl Grade 3 2m 7yds Sft 7/2 P. Townend 11.4 (TS) 9 1/4L 5th of 8 to Tounsivator (FR) 11.4 FAIR 1
O Mrs J S Bolger T J S Bolger, Carlow B Shadwell Estate Company Limited Br B g Teofilo - Rawaaq (GB) (Invincible Spirit) J Kieren Buckley F 223-u15 (C,T) EASTERN LEGEND 3 FLAT WINS €43,365.00 1 N.H.
9/1 HR134 K.M. Donoghue 11.3 (CP) (TS) 18L 5th of 8 to Mr Percy 11.3 FAIR 6 APR
1/2Fav HR134 K.M. Donoghue 11.12 (CP) (TS) won 4 1/2L 8 1/2L from Fad Eadrainn 11.12 and God Of
33/1 HR134 K.M. Donoghue 11.12 (CP) (TS) u.r in race won by Kopek Des Bordes (FR) 11.12 LEP 2
O Bryan Drew & Prof Caroline Tisdall T W P Mullins, Carlow B Kenneth Parkhill
Br B g Walk In The Park - Zuzka (Flemensfirth (USA)) J Paul Townend F 11-13 FINAL DEMAND 2 N.H. WINS €95,875.00 HANDICAP RATING 152 P. Townend 11.7 3/4L 4 3/4L 3rd to The New Lion (GB) 11.7
11/8Fav P. Townend 11.10 won 12L 5 1/2L from Wingmen 11.10 and Mozzies Sister 11.3 LEP 1 FEB 12rn
4/7Fav D.E. Mullins 11.4 won 15L 1/2L
O John P McManus
T C A Murphy, Wexford
B Mrs Noreen McManus
Br B g Walk In The Park - There Is No Point (Galileo)
J Mark Walsh F 71-1
LOVELY HURLING 2 N.H. WINS €12,980.00
9/4Fav M.P Walsh 11.12 won 4L 8 1/2L from Autoportrait (FR) 11.9 and Jump Allen (FR) 11.12
6/5Fav Mr J.L. Gleeson 11.9 won 5L 24L from Laravie 11.0 and Beaufort Scale 11.11 WEX 29 MAY 24 12rn
80/1 J.S. McGarvey 11.12 22L 7th of 16fn, 18rn to Don Chalant 11.12 FAIR
4f on
and yielding - soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race when 9-4jt-fav at Naas over 2m 2f (soft) in February, beating Autoportrait by 4l.
O Simon Munir & Isaac Souede T Joseph Patrick O’Brien, Kilkenny B Westminster Race Horses GmbH
Br B g Sir Percy (GB) - Lady Westminster (Rip Van Winkle)
16/1 HR135 J.J. Slevin 11.3 (CP) won 3/4L 1L from Fleur In The Park 11.3 and Ballygunner Castle 11.3 FAIR 6 APR 8rn nov.hdl Grade
15/2 HR136 D.A. Jacob 10.13 18L 12th of 18fn, 20rn to Al Gasparo (FR) 10.4 LEP 29 DEC 24 hcp hdl (0-150) Listed2m 3f 180yds Gd/Yld 8/1 D.E. Mullins 11.1 5L 2nd to Bleu De Vassy (FR) 11.1 NAV 16 NOV 24 7rn nov.hdl
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m and 2m 4f on good and yielding ground. A winner at 16-1 in the Grade 2 Paddy Kehoe Suspended Ceilings Novice Hurdle at Fairyhouse over 2m 4f (yielding) on his latest outing last month, beating Fleur In The Park by 3/4l.
O David Maxwell
T Harry Derham, (IN GB)
B R Guiry
Br Br g Doyen - Queens Wild (Westerner (GB))
J Mr David Maxwell F 11-2-11 (TStrap)
QUEENSBURY BOY 3 N.H. WINS €20,143.40
Mr David Maxwell 11.8 (TS) won 2 1/4L 27L from Captain Bellamy (GB) 11.2 and Nazare (FR) 11.2 NEWBURY 21 MAR 5rn
Mr David Maxwell 11.7 (TS) won 8 1/2L 4L from Doctor Kildare (FR) 11.7 and Bold Reaction (FR) 11.7 DONCASTER 1 MAR
Star Rating HHH
/Sft 12/1 Mr David Maxwell 12.0 (TS) 1 3/4L 2nd to Wingmen 11.9 here 2 MAY 24 10rn Bumper 2m 94yds Yld
He has won two hurdle races, a NH flat race and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on good to soft and heavy ground. Won on his latest outing in a hurdle race when 2-5fav at Newbury over 2m 4f (good to soft) in March, beating Captain Bellamy by 2 1/4l.
8 THE YELLOW
Bective Stud T Gordon Elliott, Meath
B Noel & Valerie Moran
Br B g Yeats - Winning Indian (Indian Danehill) J Sam Ewing F 2111-12
Star Rating HHHHH
THE YELLOW CLAY 6 N.H. WINS
Jack Kennedy 11.7 3/4L 2nd to The New Lion (GB) 11.7 CHELTENHAM
11/4 HR142 Sam Ewing 11.12 won 8L 3L from Supersundae (FR) 11.12 and Wingmen
4/11Fav Sam Ewing 11.6
Winner of four hurdle races and two NH flat races from 2m to 2m 6f on ground varying from good - yielding to yielding. Beaten 3/4l by The New Lion when second of 11 at 5-2 on his latest outing in the Grade 1 Turners Novices’ Hurdle at Cheltenham over 2m 5f (good to soft) in March.
Star Rating HHH
He has won three hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m to 2m 1f on good to soft and soft ground. Well beaten at 7-4fav behind Salvator Mundi when sixth of 9 on his latest outing in the Grade 1 TrustATrader Top Novices’ Hurdle at Aintree over 2m last month.
C,T worn by No 2. CPiece worn by No 6. TStrap worn by No 1, No 7.
Final Demand and THE YELLOW CLAY look the two to concentrate on with preference for the latter on this surface. Final Demand was very impressive over 2m6f on soft ground at the Dublin Racing Festival but was nearly five lengths behind the selection as the pair filled the places in the 2m5f Turners Novices’ Hurdle won by The New Lion at Cheltenham. Funiculi Funicula put up a career best last time when third to Honesty Policy over 2m4f at Aintree, while Belloccio’s third to Irancy at Fairyhouse has been advertised this week. Tripoli Flyer appears best going right-handed but the Grade 2 winner needs to bounce back after disappointing at Aintree WIN: THE YELLOW CLAY EACH-WAY: FINAL DEMAND
RACE FACTS A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): W P Mullins (181 wins from 718 runners, 25%) runs BELLOCCIO, FINAL DEMAND & FUNICULI FUNICULA
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W P Mullins (22 wins from 114 runners, 19%) runs BELLOCCIO, FINAL DEMAND & FUNICULI FUNICULA
Longest Traveller: LOVELY HURLING trained by C A Murphy, Wexford, 82 miles.
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FEATURE BOODLES CHAMPION HURDLE
FACTS & STATS
OVERVIEW
In contrast to the Punchestown Gold Cup and the Champion Stayers Hurdle, horses who have won the equivalent race at the Cheltenham Festival boast a fine record in the Punchestown Champion Hurdle Introduced in its current format in 1999, the first renewal was won by the legendary Istabraq, whilst the likes of Moscow Flyer, Hardy Eustace, Brave Inca, Faugheen, Honeysuckle and State Man all feature among an illustrious roll of honour
LAST YEAR’S WINNER
GRADE 1
KEY TRENDS
€300,000
The past 7 Champion Hurdle winners to have run have won
11 of the past 13 winners were rated 164+
19 of the 25 winners had won at Punchestown previously
Landing back-to-back renewals, State man was mighty impressive yet again to record his 10th Grade 1 of his career Defeating Irish Point in similar fashion to their dual in the Champion Hurdle, he quickly showed why he was one of the best Irish-hurdles in recent decades to score a shade cosily, albeit not doing a lot in front. Willie Mullins’ pride and joy sealed the deal by two lengths to Irish Point, with the pair pulling a further 20 lengths clear of Colonel Mustard in third.
THIS YEAR’S PREVIEW
Fan favourite Constitution Hill has been given the green light by Nicky Henderson for a rematch with State Man. The pair both failed to complete in the Champion Hurdle at Cheltenham but we could have a rematch for the ages here. The classy mare Golden Ace is out to prove that her Champion Hurdle success was no fluke and complete a famous double, receiving 7lb for the two at the top of the market County Hurdle winner Kargese also receives the mares allowance but would need to improve to land this, along with the rank outsiders Break My Soul and Bottler’secret PRIZE MONEY
Last year’s winner: State Man
(Generously sponsored by Boodles)
12/1 HR140 K.M. Donoghue 11.3 (BK) (TS) p.u. in race won by Al Gasparo (FR) 10.4 LEP 29 DEC 24 20rn hcp hdl (0-150) Listed2m 3f 180yds Gd/Yld 5/2 HR141 K.M. Donoghue 11.8 (CP) 23L 5th of 7 to Anzadam (FR) 11.3 FAIR 30 NOV 24 hdl Grade 3 2m Yld
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m on soft and soft - heavy ground. Beaten 19l behind Music Of Tara at 10-1 when 11th of 19 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Navan over 2m 4f (soft) in January. Having his first run for a new stable today.
O Michael Buckley T Nicky Henderson, (IN GB)
B Mrs S A Noott
Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Queen of The Stage (King’s Theatre)
J James Bowen F 11-1-1ff Star Rating HHHHH
CONSTITUTION HILL (GB) 10 N.H. WINS €1,056,463.90
Nico de Boinville 11.10 fell in race won by Lossiemouth (FR) 11.3 AINTREE 3 APR 6rn hdl
1 2m 4f Gd /Sft Nico de Boinville 11.10 fell in race won by Golden Ace (GB) 11.3 CHELTENHAM 11 MAR 7rn hdl Grade 1 2m 87yds Gd /Sft Nico de Boinville 11.10 won 3L 2 1/4L from Brentford Hope (GB) 11.4 and Spirits Bay (GB) 11.4 CHELTENHAM 25 JAN 5rn hdl Grade 2 2m 179yds Sft
Has won ten hurdle races from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to heavy. Fell 2 out when evens fav in the Grade 1 William Hill Aintree Hurdle at Aintree over 2m 4f (good to soft) won by Lossiemouth last month on his latest outing.
3 STATE MAN (FR) (52)
O Mrs J Donnelly
T W P Mullins, Carlow
B M L Bloodstock Limited
Br Ch g Doctor Dino (FR) - Arret Station (FR) (Johann Quatz (FR)) J Paul Townend F 1123-1f (CPiece)
GOLDEN ACE (GB) (52)
O I F Gosden
T Jeremy Scott, (IN GB)
B Meon Valley Stud
Br B f Golden Horn (GB) - Deuce Again (GB) (Dubawi)
Lorcan Williams 11.3 won 9L 1 1/2L from Burdett Road (GB) 11.10 and Winter Fog 11.10 CHELTENHAM 11 MAR 7rn
Lorcan Williams 11.0 won 3/4L 4L from Burdett Road (GB) 11.8 and Hansard 11.8 WINCANTON 15 FEB 4rn
Lorcan Williams 10.10 3/4L 4L 3rd to Lucky Place (FR) 11.6 CHELTENHAM 1 JAN 6rn hdl Grade 2 2m 4f 56yds Sft
Winner of six hurdle races and a NH flat race from 1m 7f to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to soft. A winner at 25-1 in the Grade 1 Unibet Champion Hurdle Challenge Trophy at Cheltenham over 2m on her latest outing in March, beating Burdett Road by 9l.
6 KARGESE (FR) (49) 5 11 5 (159)
O Kenneth Alexander T W P Mullins, Carlow
B Thierry Cypres
Br B f Jeu St Eloi (FR) - Rive Gauche (FR) (Shaanmer)
J Danny Mullins F 1221-21 (Hood) Star Rating HHH
KARGESE (FR) 5 N.H. WINS €326,094.70 C HANDICAP RATING 148 P. Townend 11.3 (H) won 1 1/2L 1 1/2L from Ndaawi (GB) 11.2 and Absurde (FR) 11.8 CHELTENHAM 14 MAR 16rn hcp hdl Grade C 2m 179yds Gd /Sft P. Townend 11.5 (H) 3/4L 2nd to Take No Chances 11.6 ASCOT 18 JAN 7rn hdl Grade 2 1m 7f 152yds Gd
9/4Fav HR137 P. Townend 10.7 (H) won 1 1/2L 1/2L from Bottler’secret 11.0 and Nurburgring 11.0 here 4 MAY 24 10rn hdl Grade 1 2m Sft
Winner of five hurdle races from 1m 7f to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. Won on her latest outing in a hurdle race when 3-1fav at Cheltenham over 2m 1f (good to soft) in March, beating Ndaawi by 1 1/2l.
CPiece worn by No 1, No 3. Hood worn by No 6. TStrap worn by No 4.
Probable Starting Prices - 11/10 Constitution Hill (GB), 5/4 State Man (FR), 6/1 Golden Ace (GB), 16/1 Kargese (FR), 66/1 Break My Soul, 100/1 Bottler’secret 2024 - 1st State Man (FR) 2nd Irish Point (FR) 3rd Colonel Mustard (FR) (4 min. 4.7 sec.)
RACE SUMMARY
There are plenty of questions after some high-profile recent falls for those at the head of the market and hopefully all will get around to provide the answers CONSTITUTION HILL had a perfect record under Rules until falling on his latest two starts, although both came way too early to be definitive about his prospects and he remains the standard bearer in this division. State Man was clear when falling at the last at Cheltenham leaving the way for Golden Ace to record a shock 25/1 win. State Man showed he still has plenty to offer at this level and should make a bold bid to land this prize for a third successive year WIN:
RACE FACTS A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): W P Mullins (181 wins from 718 runners, 25%) runs KARGESE & STATE MAN
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W P Mullins (22 wins from 114 runners, 19%) runs KARGESE & STATE MAN
Longest Traveller: BREAK MY SOUL trained by I Donoghue, Meath, 49 miles.
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O Simon Munir & Isaac Souede
T W P Mullins, Carlow
B S C E A Ecurie Cerdeval
Br B g Cokoriko (FR) - Runonthesand (FR) (Tin Horse)
J Paul Townend
33/1 J.J. Slevin 11.4 5 1/2L 5th of 8 to Irancy
11.4 FAIR 6 APR nov.hdl Grade 2 2m Gd/Yld 6/4Fav P. Townend 11.4 won 1 1/2L 25L from Grey Pharoh 11.4 and Free Flow (USA) 11.4 here 24 FEB
Hvy 11/4 Mr P.W. Mullins 12.0 3 1/2L 5th of 9 to De Temps En Temps 12.0 FAIR 11 JAN Bumper 2m Yld/Sft
3 ZOFFMAN
James Owens & Mrs Derville Meade T Noel Meade, Meath
B Joe and Edel Banahan
Br B g Zoffany - Empowermentofwomen (Manduro (GER)) J Donagh Meyler F 3302-21
7/2 D. Meyler 11.12 won 3 1/4L 3 1/2L from Kara Sacre (FR) 11.12 and King
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on yielding ground. Beaten 3l by Shuffle The Deck when second of 8 at
on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Naas over 2m (good - yielding) last month.
beating Kara Sacre by 3 1/2l.
O Hugh McDaid
T Gavin Cromwell, Meath
B Mr H McDaid
Br B g Walk In The Park - Maple Lady (Saddlers’ Hall)
J Keith Donoghue F
6 FIVER FRIDAY (IRE) (10)
O Philip D Gilmore
T Paul Traynor (R), Antrim
B Wild Storm Syndicate
Br B f The Gurkha - Wild Storm (GB) (Dubawi)
J Liam McKenna (5) F 1584-13
FIVER FRIDAY 4 FLAT WINS €39,605.90 1 N.H. WIN €8,850.00 Liam McKenna 11.0 1 1/2L 2 1/4L 3rd to Double Digits (GB) 11.10 KELSO 22 APR 9rn nov.hdl 2m 51yds Gd 8/1 L.A. McKenna 11.2 won 2 3/4L 1 3/4L from Ma Belle Etoile 11.7 and Getaways Charm 11.7 NAAS 3
Gd/Yld 8/1 HR90 M.W Hassett 9.9 (H) ns 3L 6 1/2L 4th to Apercu 9.6 CUR 17
O Leo Kerley
T Gavin Cromwell, Meath
B Enda Kerley
Br Br g Califet (FR) - Kallalucy (Kalanisi)
J Kieren Buckley F 67-
HARDYSONOFDAN
50/1 K.E Buckley 11.4 54L 7th of 18fn, 19rn to Icare Desbois (FR) 11.12 NAAS 16 APR 24 mdn hdl 2m 119yds Sft 100/1 K.E Buckley 11.4 39L 6th of 16fn, 19rn to Gorgeous Tom 11.12 NAAS 4 APR 24 mdn hdl 2m Sft/Hvy 8 KHRISMA (FR) (103) 5
O John P McManus
T Nicky Henderson, (IN GB)
B E A R L Elevage Du Colombier Edouard Beroud & Haras De Saint Voir SCA
Br B f Pastorius (GER) - Querenice (FR) (Video Rock (FR))
J James Bowen F 23112/-3 (Hood)
KHRISMA (FR) 2 N.H. WINS €39,449.40
Nico de Boinville 11.2 (H) 1 3/4L 3/4L 3rd to Jubilee Alpha 11.10 WINDSOR 19 JAN 7rn nov.hdl 2m Sft
Mme. A. Nicco 9.7 5 1/4L 2nd to Kamaro d’Huez (FR) 9.11 FONTAINEBLEAU 25 NOV 23 10rn 1m 5f Sft
A NICCO 9.7 won 4 1/2L 1 3/4L from Karukerra (FR) 9.7 and Kroustillante (FR) 9.7 LYON-PARILLY 8 OCT 23 7rn 1m 4f Sft
Successful in two NH flat races at 1m 4f on soft ground. Third of 7 behind Jubilee Alpha beaten 2 1/2l at 8-1 on her hurdling debut at Windsor over 2m (soft) in January. Star
Yet to place in four starts. Finished 8l behind Pour One More when sixth of 18 at 11-1 on his hurdling debut at Clonmel over 2m (good - yielding) in March.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on good - yielding ground. Third of 9 behind Double Digits beaten 4l at 5-2 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Kelso over 2m (good) last month.
O Michael P Byrne
T Gavin Cromwell, Meath
B Ballyhampshire Stud Ltd
Br B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Canto Creek (GB) (Beat All (USA))
J Kevin Sexton F 20
LECALE’S DIAMOND
Star Rating H
9/1 K.E Buckley 11.12 36L 15th of 17 to Black Heather 11.9 NAAS 3 APR mdn hdl 2m Gd/Yld (PtoP) 5/2 D G Lavery 4L 2nd to Jury’s In BALLINABOOLA 02-FEB-25 8r5f Gelds Mdn 3m Sft
Placed in a point-to-point from two starts. Well beaten at 9-1 behind Black Heather when 15th of 17 on his hurdling debut at Naas over 2m (good - yielding) last month.
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SINE QUA NON (FR) (104) 5 11 5 (159)
O John P McManus
T Padraig Roche, Kildare
B S A R L Neustrian Associates
Br B g Masked Marvel (GB) - Milu Has (FR) (Saint des Saints (FR))
J Mark Walsh F 1-3
SINE QUA NON (FR)
Star Rating HHH
7/4 Mr D. O’Connor 12.0 1/2L 3/4L 3rd to Spinningayarn 12.0 NAV 18 JAN 8rn Bumper 2m Sft (PtoP) 6/4FF B T Stone won 48L from Loaded And Locked LINGSTOWN 24-NOV-24 13r2f Gelds Mdn 3m Sft
A winner of a point-to-point at 3m. Third of 8 behind Spinningayarn beaten 1 1/4l at 7-4 on his racecourse debut in a NH flat race at Navan over 2m (soft) in January.
O Flooring Porter Syndicate
T Gavin Cromwell, Meath
B Kenneth Parkhill
Br B g Poet’s Word - Pearl Diamond (Arcadio (GER))
J Alix Balfe (7) F 7
STRUCK OIL
7/1 A. Balfe 11.0 19L 7th of 15 to Eternal Echo 11.7 CK 20 APR mdn hdl 2m 70yds Sft
Star Rating H
Beaten 20l behind Eternal Echo at 7-1 when seventh of 15 on his racecourse debut at Cork over 2m (soft) last month.
O John P McManus
T E Bolger, Limerick
B Mrs Noreen McManus
Br B f Milan (GB) - The Organist (Alkaadhem (GB))
J Simon Torrens F 02-
BETWEEN FRIENDS
Star Rating HH
14/1 M.P Walsh 10.12 10L 2nd to Fair Damsel 10.8 KILL 6 OCT 24 8rn mdn hdl 2m 1f Gd/Yld 50/1 M.P Walsh 11.3 33L 12th of 19fn, 20rn to Itsalladream 11.5 GAL 9 SEP 24 mdn hdl 2m 160yds Yld
Placed in a hurdle race from two starts Beaten 10l by Fair Damsel when second of 8 at 14-1 on her latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Killarney over 2m 1f (yielding) in October last year.
CPiece worn by No 4. Hood worn by No 1, No 8.
Probable Starting Prices - 9/4 Runcok (FR), 9/2 Naturally Nimble (GER), 5/1 Casheldale Lad, 13/2 Zoffman, 11/1 Khrisma (FR), 14/1 Deanery Charlie, Fiver Friday, Sine Qua Non (FR), 20/1 Between Friends, 33/1 Kotkito Bello (FR), Lecale’s Diamond, Struck Oil, 50/1 Hardysonofdan 2024 - 1st Eagle Fang 2nd Ataboycharlie 3rd Anotherway (FR) (4 min. 15.1 sec.)
RACE SUMMARY
ZOFFMAN is a useful Flat handicapper with a rating of 91 and has taken well to hurdles winning a 19-runner Naas maiden in good style The Noel Meade-trained gelding has scope for further improvement and should be happy on this surface. Runcok won a maiden here on heavy ground before taking on Grade 2 company last time, while Naturally Nimble is another interesting contender taking a drop in class. Khrisma, a smart bumper performer in France, performed well on her hurdling debut at Windsor and is another to note
WIN: ZOFFMAN
RACE FACTS A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): W P Mullins (181 wins from 718 runners, 25%) runs RUNCOK
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W P Mullins (22 wins from 114 runners, 19%)
runs RUNCOK
Fancy That: W P Mullins won this race in 2016, 2017, 2018, 2021 and 2022 The stable runs RUNCOK today. Longest Traveller: FIVER FRIDAY trained by P Traynor, Antrim, 142 miles.
Regardless of their actual date of birth (or foaling to use a racing term), all thoroughbred racehorses in the Northern hemisphere share the same birthday -1st January.In the Southern hemisphere all horses share 1st August due to the fact that the seasons are reversed
TO WINNER:
(FOR RACE CONDITIONS SEE PAGE 72) Two Miles and Two Furlongs 181 Yards
(Generously sponsored by Overlander) FIRST €8850; SECOND: €3000; THIRD: €1500; FOURTH: €750; FIFTH: €450; SIXTH: €300
Miss K McNeilly
Paul Traynor (R), Antrim
Mr Neville Reid Br B g Order of St George - All My Judges (GB) (Oscar)
J Mr B Dunleavy (7) F 8-72 ASTLEY
28/1 Mr R. Guiney 11.7 8L 2nd to Pottersville 11.0 CLON 17 APR 15rn Bumper 2m 3f 195yds Gd 125/1 Mr O. McGill 11.7 35L 7th of 10 to Kaiser Ball (FR) 11.7 FAIR 22 FEB Bumper 2m Sft (PtoP) 6/1 E Mahon 8th to Kalkbrenner TATTERSALLS 08-DEC-24 13r12f Gelds Mdn 3m Sft
Mrs D W Davenport & Miss F L Garland T John Joseph Murphy, Cork
B Mrs Norah Ahern
Br B g Walk In The Park - Goodthynemilan (Milan (GB))
J Mr B O’Neill F 31 BALLINDENISK (PtoP) 5/2FF S Staples won 2 1/2L from Kazansky and Bay Chaser LISRONAGH 23-MAR-25 9r5f Gelds Mdn 3m Yld (PtoP) 5/2 J C Barry 3rd to Keep Him Company (FR) KILDORRERY
Michael J Mulligan & Patrick G Walsh T Shane Nolan, Kildare B Liam Gavin Br B g Vadamos (FR) - Ostarakov (GER) (Sholokhov)
J Mr R W Barron (5) F 5-3
HAPPEN 18/1 R.A. Doyle 11.12 4L 8 1/2L 3rd to Grimaud (FR) 11.12 GOW 8 MAR 20rn mdn hdl 2m 30yds Sft/Hvy (PtoP) 4/1 P A King 5th to Moneygarrow BORRIS HOUSE 28-APR-24
O Mrs C Wymer
T Lucinda Russell, (IN GB)
B Kathleen Lane
Br Br g Malinas (GER) - Shanclough (Oscar)
J Mr R James (7) F 31-2
CONMAN JOHN
Conner McCann 10.11 8 1/2L 2nd to Upon Tweed 11.4 NEWCASTLE 13 FEB 9rn Bumper 2m 190yds Gd /Sft (PtoP) 4/1 R James won 20L 3L from Daydream Nation and Riskaway (FR) DAMMA HOUSE 03-NOV-24 8r5f Mdn 3m Gd/Yld (PtoP) 4/1 R James 3rd to Walks In June DAWSTOWN 06-MAY-24 9r8f Gelds Mdn 3m Yld 6 COURT CANYON (IRE) (83)
A winner of a point-to-point at 3m. Beaten 9l by Upon Tweed when second of 9 at 11-8fav on his racecourse debut in a NH flat race at Newcastle over 2m 1f (good to soft) in February.
O Jarlath P Conway
T Gavin Cromwell, Meath
B Alymer Stud
Br B g Court Cave - Elusive Ivy (Elusive City (USA))
J Mr D G Lavery F 1
COURT CANYON (PtoP) 4/1 D G Lavery won 1 1/2L from My Life Be Like and Monsieur Jaco (FR) KIRKISTOWN 08-FEB-25 6r5f Gelds Mdn 3m Gd/Yld
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ECLIPSE CHASER (IRE) (126)
O Douglas Taylor/Turbine Syndicate
T W P Mullins, Carlow
B Mr F Whelan
Br B g Jet Away (GB) - Cloghoge Lady (Presenting (GB))
J Mr C Mullins (7) F f6- (TStrap)
A winner at 4-1fav in a point-to-point race at Kirkistown over 3m (good to soft) on his latest outing in February, beating My Life Be Like by a head. Star Rating HHH
ECLIPSE CHASER
1/1Fav Mr P.W. Mullins 12.0 8 1/4L 6th of 9 to Karate Kid 11.9 LEP 27 DEC
(PtoP) 7/1 S E O’Rourke fell in race won by In The Age (FR) BALLYCAHANE 03-MAR-24 8r5f Gelds Mdn 3m Sft/Hvy
Finished 8l behind Karate Kid when sixth of 9 at evens fav on his racecourse debut in a NH flat race at Leopardstown over 2m 4f (yielding) in December last year. He is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time.
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O Stewart Andrew T Fergal O’Brien, (IN GB)
B Kenneth Parkhill
Br Br g Milan (GB) - Myska (Presenting (GB))
J Mr F Maguire F 4-2
ESPRESSO MILAN
Jonathan Burke 11.7 3 1/2L 2nd to Un Sens A La Vie (FR) 11.7 MARKET RASEN 18 FEB 7rn Bumper 2m 125yds Gd /Sft Connor Brace 11.2 3/4L 3 1/2L 1 3/4L 4th to Silver Hill 11.2 MARKET RASEN 5 DEC 24 8rn Bumper 2m 125yds Gd /Sft
Placed in a NH flat race from two starts. Beaten 3 1/2l by Un Sens A La Vie when second of 7 at 4-1 on his latest outing in a maiden NH flat race at Market Rasen over 2m 1f (good to soft) in February.
O S R B Crawford
T S R B Crawford, Antrim
B M Timothee Florent & M Henry Claude Six
Br B g Joshua Tree - Nicolsud (FR) (Lord Du Sud (FR))
J Mr S Connor (7) F 27-4
GOD HELP ME (FR)
25/1 S.F O’Keeffe 11.12 14L 1/2L 4L 4th to Le Grand Peinture 11.7 NAV 22 MAR 18rn mdn hdl
Star Rating H
Placed in a point-to-point from three starts. Finished 19l behind Le Grand Peinture when fourth of 18 at 25-1 on his hurdling debut at Navan over 2m (soft) in March.
O Adrian & Emma McAndrew
T A J Martin, Meath
B Philippe Thiriet, M Larobe, Ecurie Artsam & A Adeline de Boisbrunet
Br B g Cokoriko (FR) - Saine Et Speed (FR) (Saint Des Saints (FR))
J Mr Alan O’Sullivan (7) F 3-3
KEVLAR (FR)
Brian Hughes 11.4 3L 8L 3rd to Out of The Woods (FR) 10.11 AYR 6 JAN 14rn Bumper 2m Sft
Third of 19 behind Zoffman beaten 7l at 16-1 on his racecourse debut at Naas over 2m (good - yielding) last month.
O Mrs Audrey Turley
T W P Mullins, Carlow
B S A R L MM Stud
Br B g Galiway (GB) - Imaginary Move (GER) (Wiener Walzer (GER))
J Miss J Townend F 4-
KING RASKO GREY (FR) 16/5 Mr P.W. Mullins 11.10 1 1/4L 1 1/2L 3/4L 4th to Sermandzarak (FR) 11.5 here 30 APR 24 25rn Bumper 2m 149yds Yld
Finished 3 1/2l behind Sermandzarak when fourth of 25 at 16-5 on his
debut
1f (yielding) in April last year.
O Three Dubs Syndicate
T P A Fahy, Carlow
B Mr Benny Deegan
Br Br g Lauro (GER) - Princess Massini (Dr Massini)
J Miss M O’Sullivan (5) F 08p-5
LAURO’S LEGEND
125/1 H.E. Sexton 11.5 35L 5th of 11fn, 16rn to Butcher Hollow 11.12 FAIR 6 APR mdn hdl 2m 4f Yld 125/1 Mr F. Maguire 11.4 p.u. in race won by C’est Ta Chance (FR) 11.4 CLON 3 DEC 24 18rn mdn hdl 2m 3f 97yds Yld 40/1 Mr E. Mahon 11.3 23L 8th of 10 to Kalix Delabarriere (FR) 11.10 BAL 27 MAY 24 Bumper 2m 120yds Gd 14 MA JACKS HILL (IRE) (41)
Unplaced in all four starts. Well beaten at 125-1 behind Butcher Hollow when fifth of 16 on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Fairyhouse over 2m 4f (yielding) last month.
O Gigginstown House Stud
T Gordon Elliott, Meath
B Mr Andrew Tyrrell
Br B g Famous Name (GB) - Peig Alainn (Milan (GB))
J Mr J H Williamson (7) F u134-2
JACKS HILL
7/1 Mr J.M. Halford 11.7
2nd to Burrows Drive (FR) 12.0
A winner of a point-to-point at 3m. Beaten 12l by Burrows Drive when second of 11 at 7-1 on his latest outing in a NH flat race at Navan over 2m (soft) in March.
O Michael Joseph O’Neill
T Emmet Mullins, Carlow
B Mrs Deborah Hobson
Br Br g Soldier of Fortune - Fashion Target (Broken Hearted)
J Mr M J O’Neill (7) F 745-878 MINELLA SERGEANT
14/1 Mr M.J. O’Neill 11.7 46L 8th of 15 to Pottersville 11.0 CLON 17 APR Bumper 2m 3f 195yds Gd 66/1 Mr M.J. O’Neill 11.7 31L 7th of 11fn, 15rn to Sunny South West 11.7 CLON 27
Bumper 2m Gd 40/1 Mr M.J. O’Neill 11.7 37L 8th of 10 to Kaiser Ball (FR) 11.7 FAIR 22 FEB Bumper 2m Sft
David Maxwell
Harry Derham, (IN GB) B Haras De La Rousseliere Br B g Castle Du Berlais (FR) - Mondovi (FR) (Linda’s Lad (GB))
J Mr David Maxwell F 2-2 MONDOUI’BOY (FR) Mr David Maxwell 11.4 3 1/2L 2nd to Crackerjacque (GB) 11.4
(PtoP) 10/1 J W Hendrick
A winner of a point-to-point at 2m 4f. Beaten 19l behind Copacabana at 16-1 when eighth of 11 on his latest outing in a NH flat race at Navan over 2m (soft - heavy) in February.
Unplaced in all three starts. Well beaten at 17-2 behind Lovely Hurling when fifth of 15 on his hurdling debut at Naas over 2m 2f (soft) in February.
O Paul Byrne
T Emmet Mullins, Carlow
B Gerard Coleman
Br B g Soldier of Fortune - Time In Milan (Milan (GB))
J Mr J L Gleeson F 1-
Star Rating HHHH
SOLDIER IN MILAN (PtoP) 6/4FF J W Hendrick won 16L 8L from Je Viens Du Large (FR) and Chasingouttheblues MONKSGRANGE 31-MAR-24 10r5f Gelds Mdn 3m Hvy
A winner at 6-4fav in a point-to-point race at Monksgrange over 3m (heavy) on his debut in March last year, beating Je Viens Du Large by 16l. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Cormac Doyle. Star Rating H
O C W J Farrell
T C W J Farrell, Kildare
B E A R L Haras Du Lieu Des Champs
Br Gr g Great Pretender - Fulleren (FR) (Laveron (GB))
J Mr T A Halford (7) F f-55
STICKTOTHEPLAN (FR)
10/1 Mr A.P Ryan 11.7 16L 5th of 12 to Fruit De Mer(disq) 11.7 LIM 13 MAR Bumper 2m 50yds Yld 11/10Fav T.P. Harney 11.7 26L 5th of 10 to Kaiser Ball (FR) 11.7 FAIR 22 FEB Bumper 2m Sft (PtoP) 7/2CFF H C Swan fell in race won by Moneygarrow BORRIS HOUSE 28-APR-24 10r5f Gelds Mdn 3m Gd
Yet to place in three starts. Finished 17l behind L’ Evangeliste when fifth of 12 at 10-1 on his latest outing in a NH flat race at Limerick over 2m (yielding) in March.
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TRENDY WORKFORCE (IRE) (94)
O Sean Thomas Doyle
T Sean Thomas Doyle (R), Wexford
B Christopher Hatton
Br B g Workforce (GB) - Trendy Gift (Westerner (GB))
J Mr J L Scallan (7) F 6-4 (Hood)
TRENDY WORKFORCE
14/1 Mr J.L. Scallan 11.5 4 3/4L 3/4L 17L 4th to Road Exile 11.7 LIM 28 JAN 6rn Bumper 2m Hvy 9/1 Mr J.L. Scallan 11.5 15L 6th of 10fn, 12rn to Scope To Improve (GB) 11.9 NAAS 16 DEC 24 Bumper 2m 51yds Gd/Yld
Unplaced in both NH starts. Well beaten at 14-1 behind Road Exile when fourth of 6 on his latest outing in a NH flat race at Limerick over 2m (heavy) in January. He is wearing a hood for the first time.
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CALCIFIED (IRE) (-)
O Linda Wilson
T S Wilson (R), Down
B Mr Andrew McNally
Br B f Awtaad - First Love (Galileo)
J Ms E Dunseath (7) F
Half-sister to Mo Ghille Mar, won twice at 1m 2f and 1m 3f. Tough starting place on debut.
Star Rating H
Hood worn by No 22
TStrap worn by No 7, No 17
Probable Starting Prices - 9/2 King Rasko Grey (FR), 5/1 Riskaway (FR), 15/2 Eclipse Chaser, 10/1 Astley, Mondoui’boy (FR), 11/1 Catchintsavo, Ma Jacks Hill, 14/1 Conman John, Espresso Milan, Mount Mason, 16/1 Court Canyon, Soldier In Milan, 25/1 Ballindenisk, Kevlar (FR), King Jon Oliver (FR), Peaceinthevalley (FR), 33/1 Can Happen, God Help Me (FR), 50/1 Minella Sergeant, Trendy Workforce, 66/1 Lauro’s Legend, Sticktotheplan (FR), Calcified 2024 - 1st Don’tstopthemusic 2nd Coral River 3rd Melbourne Shamrock (4 min. 56.8 sec.)
RACE SUMMARY
KING RASKO GREY ran a cracker on debut in the valuable Goffs Bumper here 12 months ago when keeping on well into fourth behind Sermandzarak. The son of Galiway has obviously had some training issues since and it will be interesting to see how strong he is in the market The Gordon Elliott-trained pair Ma Jacks Hill and Riskaway have both shown decent placed form and are respected along with Soldier In Milan, who impressed when winning a point-to-point last year
RACE FACTS A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): W P Mullins (181 wins from 718 runners, 25%)
runs ECLIPSE CHASER & KING RASKO GREY
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W P Mullins (22 wins from 114 runners, 19%)
runs ECLIPSE CHASER and KING RASKO GREY
Longest Traveller: BALLINDENISK trained by J Murphy, Cork, 158 miles.
HANDICAPS EXPLAINED
After three races on the track, the handicap rating system knows enough about a horse to give them an official rating, which in turn determines how much weight they carry in future contests.
For example, if one horse is rated 100, and the other is rated 95, the horse rated five points more than the other will essentially carry an additional 5lb in weight. Should the horse carrying 5lb extra continue to beat horses rated inferior to them or amongst those with similar figures, that horse would rise up the class system to tackle harder races against better individuals.
The aim of a handicap race is to give every horse an equal chance of winning, and the plan is to have every horse crossing the finish line at the same time - which is surprisingly yet to happen!
BETTING EXPLAINED
The first thing to consider is which type of bet you wish to place. The most common is a win bet, where if your selection wins, you win. It is a no nonsense, on the nose bet and if you are lucky enough to pick a big-priced winner, you will receive a nice return. For example, place €5 to win on a 10-1 shot and you will receive €55 back, €50 winnings plus your €5 stake.
Another common bet is each-way This is effectively two bets in one One bet is on your selection to win and the other is on it to place. Depending on the type of race and how many runners are in the race will determine how many places are offered The industry standard bookmaker place terms are as follows:
All races of less than 5 runners – win only
All races of 5-7 runners –1/4 odds a place, 1,2
All other races of more than 8 runners –1/5, 1,2,3
Handicaps of 12-15 runners –1/4 , 1,2,3
Handicaps of more than 15 runners –1/4 , 1,2,3,4
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CONDITIONS
FIRST RACE 3.40p.m. The Stanley Asphalt Hunters Steeplechase for the Bishopscourt Cup of €15,000 (Generously sponsored by Stanley Asphalt) Winner will receive €9,000 (Penalty Value: €8,850) Second will receive €3,000, Third will receive €1,500, Fourth will receive €750, Fifth will receive €450, Sixth will receive €300. A steeplechase for † Certified Hunters five years old and upwards that at entry have run at least three times in steeplechases (including Point-To-Point steeplechases) and that are the bona fide and unconditional property of farmers farming land in the Kildare Hunt District who have a herd number from the Department of Agriculture, whose ostensible income is from farming and that are in their possession since 1st January, 2025. Sons and daughters of persons qualified to enter, working on their parents’ farms and who have no other occupation, are eligible to enter horses, their bona fide property, in this race. Exclusions - The winner of a race other than a race for which a Hunters Certificate is required or an I.N.H. Flat Race. The holder of a public Trainers licence is not eligible to run a horse their own property in this race (over the Bush Fence Course). About 2 miles 4 furlongs 55 yards €135 to enter, €15 extra if declared to run. Weights: 11st 11lbs. Mares allowed 7lbs. Penalties - (to count from 1st January, 2023) For each steeplechase won 5lb extra. Riders: Qualified Riders under I.N.H.S. Rules. (All Riders riding in this race must have ridden in at least 10 races (including INH Flat Races and Point-To-Point Races). † A Hunters Certificate valid in accordance with Rule 78 for the 2024/2025 season for each horse engaged, signed by a Master for one of the following Packs, Kildare Hunt, Wicklow Hunt, South County Dublin Harriers or Tara Harriers must be registered at the Office of the INHSC, The Curragh, on or before 25th April, 2025 or the horse will not be qualified to start. Immediately after the closing of entries a Committee of the Kildare Hunt will examine the entries as to their qualifications under these articles, after which no objection in this regard will be entertained. The Bishopscourt Cup will be presented to the winning owner in this race. Value to winner: €8850; Second: €3000; Third: €1500; Fourth: €750; Fifth: €450; Sixth: €300 SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE
SECOND RACE 4.15p.m. The Event Power Champion Hunters Steeplechase of €30,000 (Generously sponsored by Event Power) Winner will receive €18,000 (Penalty Value: €17,700) Second will receive €6,000 Third will receive €3,000, Fourth will receive €1,500, Fifth will receive €900, Sixth will receive €600 A steeplechase for † Certified Hunters five years old and upwards that at entry have run at least three times in steeplechases (including Point-To-Point steeplechases) and that have between 25th September, 2021 and 27th April, 2025 in Ireland or Great Britain, been placed first, second, third or fourth in a steeplechase confined to Certified Hunters or in a Point-to-Point Steeplechase and which have not won a Race under any N.H. Rules or Rules of Racing after 1st March, 2024 other than a Certified Hunters Steeplechase or a Farmers Race. About 3 miles 160 yards. €270 to enter, €30 extra if declared to run. Weights: 12st. Mares allowed 7lbs. Riders: Qualified Riders under I.N.H.S. Rules. (All Riders riding in this race must have ridden in at least 10 races (including INH Flat Races and Point-To-Point Races). † A Hunters Certificate valid in accordance with Rule 78 for the 2024/2025 season for each horse engaged must be registered at the Office of the I.N.H.S. Committee, the Curragh, Co. Kildare not later than 25th April, 2025, or the horse will not be qualified to start. In the case of horses from Great Britain, Hunters Certificates must have been duly registered at the Racing Calendar Office. The IHRB have modified the relevant Rules to permit horses for which Hunters Certificates have been registered and which are eligible to run in Hunters Steeplechases in Great Britain to run in this race. However, horses with a Hunters Certificate that have run in any race other than a Hunters Steeplechase since 1st December, 2024 are excluded. A person who is registered as a current Keeper with the British Horseracing Authority may enter and run a horse in this race. The winning owner will receive a perpetual trophy presented by the family of the late Walter Tyrell. HRI Directive 10 (vi) is suspended for the purpose of this race. Should it be necessary to reduce the number of declared runners to twenty two or to such a lesser number as may be required, elimination of the remaining runners will be at the discretion of the N.H. Handicapper. The Handicapper’s decision shall be final (International performances will be taken into account and the latest date for assessment by the Handicapper will be 10 a.m. on Monday, 28th April, 2025). Value to winner: €17700; Second: €6000; Third: €3000; Fourth: €1500; Fifth: €900; Sixth: €600
SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE
THIRD RACE 4.50p.m. The Hanlon Concrete Irish EBF Glencarraig Lady Francis Flood Mares Steeplechase of €80,000 (Grade 2) (Generously sponsored by Hanlon Concrete and the Irish EBF (€20,000)) Winner will receive €48,000 (Penalty Value: €47,200) Second will receive €16,000 Third will receive €8,000 Fourth will receive €4,000 Fifth will receive €2,400 Sixth will receive €1,600 A steeplechase for five years old and upwards mares only that are EBF eligible About 2 miles 4 furlongs 55 yards. €720 to enter, €80 extra if declared to run. Weights: 10st 12lbs. Penalties (handicaps excluded) - to count from 1st November, 2023 Winner of three steeplechases or a Grade 3 steeplechase 3lb extra; Of two Grade 3 steeplechases or a Grade 2 steeplechase 5lb extra; Of a Grade 1 steeplechase 9lb extra. Value to winner: €47200; Second: €16000; Third: €8000; Fourth: €4000; Fifth: €2400; Sixth: €1600 SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE
FOURTH RACE 5.25p.m. The QuinnBet Novice Handicap Steeplechase of €100,000 (Listed Race) (Registered as the Punchestown Novice Handicap Steeplechase) (Generously sponsored by QuinnBet) Winner will receive €60,000 (Penalty Value: €59,000) Second will receive €20,000, Third will receive €10,000, Fourth will receive €5,000, Fifth will receive €3,000 Sixth will receive €2,000 An extended handicap steeplechase for five years old and upwards that have not won a steeplechase before 5th May 2024, other than one hunters steeplechase within the previous two National Hunt seasons and that have run at least three times in steeplechases up to and including 20th April 2025. About 2 miles 4 furlongs 55 yards. €500 to enter on April 16th; €400 extra if forfeit not declared by April 28th and €100 extra if declared to run. Penalties - Winner of a steeplechase or steeplechases after calculation of the handicap shall carry any penalty or penalties which may be allotted by the Handicapper. Handicaps calculated 21st April Weights raised by 7lbs. Value to winner: €59000; Second: €20000; Third: €10000; Fourth: €5000; Fifth: €3000; Sixth: €2000 SEE PAGE 34 FOR THIS RACE
FIFTH RACE 6.05p.m. The Alanna Homes Champion Novice Hurdle of €125,000 (Grade 1) (Registered as the Tickell Novice Hurdle) (Generously sponsored by Alanna Homes) Winner will receive €75,000 (Penalty Value: €73,750) Second will receive €25,000 Third will receive €12,500 Fourth will receive €6,250, Fifth will receive €3,750 Sixth will receive €2,500 A novice hurdle for four years old and upwards. About 2 miles 4 furlongs 140 yards. €750 to enter on April 9th; €500 extra if forfeit not declared by April 28th or €12,500 if entered by April 28th. Weights: 4-y-o 11st 4lbs; 5-y-o and up 11st 12lbs. Mares allowed 7lbs. Value to winner: €73750; Second: €25000; Third: €12500; Fourth: €6250; Fifth: €3750; Sixth: €2500 SEE PAGE 40 FOR THIS RACE
SIXTH RACE 6.40p.m. The Boodles Champion Hurdle of €300,000 (Grade 1) (Generously sponsored by Boodles) Winner will receive €180,000 (Penalty Value: €177,000) Second will receive €60,000, Third will receive €30,000, Fourth will receive €15,000, Fifth will receive €9,000, Sixth will receive €6,000 A hurdle for four years old and upwards. About 2 miles 45 yards. €1 800 to enter on April 9th, €1,200 extra if forfeit not declared by April 28th or €30,000 if entered by April 28th. Weights: 4-y-o 11st 6lbs; 5-y-o and up 11st 12lbs. Mares allowed 7lbs. There may be a parade before this race. Value to winner: €177000; Second: €60000; Third: €30000; Fourth: €15000; Fifth: €9000; Sixth: €6000
SEE PAGE 46 FOR THIS RACE
SEVENTH RACE 7.10p.m. The Uniquely Novice Hurdle of €20,000 (Generously sponsored by Uniquely) Winner will receive €12,000 (Penalty Value: €11,800) Second will receive €4,000, Third will receive €2,000, Fourth will receive €1,000, Fifth will receive €600, Sixth will receive €400 A novice hurdle for four years old and upwards that have not won more than one hurdle race and have not finished first, second or third in a Grade 1 or Grade 2 weight-for-age hurdle race. About 2 miles 45 yards. €180 to enter, €20 extra if declared to run. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 13lbs; 5-y-o and up 11st 5lbs. Mares allowed 7lbs. Penalty - Winner of a hurdle race 7lb extra. Value to winner: €11800; Second: €4000; Third: €2000; Fourth: €1000; Fifth: €600; Sixth: €400 SEE PAGE 50 FOR THIS RACE
EIGHTH RACE 7.40p.m. The Overlander Flat Race of €15,000 (Generously sponsored by Overlander) Winner will receive €9,000 (Penalty Value: €8,850) Second will receive €3,000, Third will receive €1,500 Fourth will receive €750 Fifth will receive €450, Sixth will receive €300 An I.N.H. flat race for five, six and seven years old only that have not won a race under any N.H. Rules or Rules of Racing. About 2 miles 2 furlongs 181 yards. €135 to enter, €15 extra if declared to run. Weights: 12st. Mares allowed 7lbs. Riders: Qualified Riders under I.N.H.S. Rules. Value to winner: €8850; Second: €3000; Third: €1500; Fourth: €750; Fifth: €450; Sixth: €300 SEE PAGE 56 FOR THIS RACE
