








Under The Rules of Racing
Saturday 4th July 2026
Chairman: Manager:
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Chairman: Manager:
Directors:
Mr. Dermot Cantillon
Mr. Aidan McGarry
Tel: o45 897391
E: goracing@naasracecourse.com
W: www.naasracecourse.com
Mr. Dermot Cantillon, Mr. Barry Brennan, Mr. Richard Brophy, Mr. David Cox, Mr. R.J Osborne, Mr. William Power, Mr. M.J. Kinane, Ms. Margaret Scott
Receiver of Entries:
Stakeholder:
Medical Officers:
Veterinary Surgeons:
Farrier:
Horse Racing Ireland, Ballymany, The Curragh, Co Kildare. Horse Racing Ireland
Dr. M.G. Fay, Dr. M.A. Fay, Dr. B. Healy, Dr. Gerard Fay, Dr. J. Fay
Ms. Monica McNicholl M.V.B. Mr. Tom Austin M.V.B.
Mr. Eamon Behan M.F., Mr. Sean Kelly M.F & Mr. Evan Halford M.F

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. Philip F. Myerscough (Chairman), Mr. Noel McCaffrey, Mr. Anthony Byrne, Mr. Peter G. Deane & Mr. L. Aspell
Clerk of the Course: Mr. B. Sheridan
Clerk of the Scales: Mr. L. Wyer
Clerical Assistant: Ms. T. Dewberry
Starter: Mr. D. Cullen
Judge: Mr. D. Maher
Handicapper: Mr. M. Bird
Stewards Secretary: Ms. P. Hassett
Medical Officer: Dr. B. Healy
Veterinary Officer: Ms. J. Taylor M.V.B., M.R.C.V.S.
Veterinary Assistants: Ms. C. Murphy & Mr. C. Warren
Raceday Integrity Officers Team
Clerk of the Course

On behalf of Naas GAA, it ’s a pleasure to welcome you to our 2026 Naas Senior Football Race Day. Today is a highlight of our social calendar and a celebration of the incredible people that continue to drive our club forward.
We are once again privileged to partner with Naas Racecourse, whose outstanding facilities and superb staff make this event a joy to host. Their hospitality and professionalism set the tone for a fantastic day.
A special word of gratitude goes to our sponsors, whose support is central to everything we do. We are fortunate to have exceptional talent and ambition within the club, and the funds raised today play a vital role in sustaining and growing the success we’ve enjoyed in recent years. This year, we are particularly grateful to Lawlor ’s Hotel, our chief sponsor. Their support, expertise, and hands on involvement in coordinating today ’s event have been invaluable. Lawlor ’s have long been a pillar of support for Naas GAA, and their contribution this year has elevated the entire occasion.
Behind every great event is a team of dedicated people. The industry and organisational skills of Joe McAndrew, Julanne Flanagan, Sarah Higgins and Padraig McManus have shaped today ’s programme. Their work ensures that the Race Day continues to grow in stature and enjoyment.
And of course, a reserved and heartfelt mention must go to Dave Fitzgerald, whose energy, creativity, and commitment remains the backbone of this event. Dave’s ability to bring people together, secure fantastic prizes, and deliver a seamless experience is second to none.
Finally, thank you for joining us. Your presence make s this day what it is. Enjoy the racing, the company, and with a bit of luck a winner or two along the way.
Aidan McGovern Naas Senior Football Chairman


A warm welcome to everyone to our July Summer Music & BBQ Raceday. This is the second of our Music & BBQ racedays of the summer season, and we hope everyone enjoys what promises to be a fantastic day of entertainment.
Aidan McGarry Racecourse Manager
Today marks the second running of the Irish EBF Pat Smullen Stakes, and we extend a warm welcome to Frances and all the Smullen family today. It is again an honour to have the listed contest run in the name of Pat, and we are delighted with the quality of today’s line-up. Thanks again to Joe Foley and Nessa Joyce of the Irish EBF for creating the Pat Smullen Series and selecting Naas Racecourse for this feature contest as well as the other Irish EBF races today. Best wishes to Frances and all the Smullen Family, and we hope everyone enjoys the day.
Eddie Moran Owner Liaison
With Tipperary Racecourse undergoing a significant redevelopment, Naas Racecourse is delighted to host the Coolmore Stud Blackbeard Tipperary Stakes this year and thank Coolmore Stud for their continued support of this contest. Blackbeard was a fast and precocious two-year-old himself, and today’s field brings together some similar types who will be fighting it out.
We are delighted to welcome back John Cahill and EMS Copiers who are now in their second year of sponsorship at Naas Racecourse. Their support is much appreciated as they continue to be the go to source for all our own printing and copying solutions throughout the year.
We’re also pleased to host TRM Equine Nutrition for the latest leg of their sixrace series. TRM are fantastic supporters of Irish racing and Naas Racecourse and we are delighted to welcome their team here for this sponsorship as well as team day out in the BBQ Marquee. TRM continue to recognise and reward the dedication of stable staff through their best turned out league. Acknowledging the staff whose hard work ensures each horse is presented at its very best.
A warm welcome to Liam and the team at Care At Home who are back supporting Naas Racecourse today. Care At Home are experienced in offering help and advice in developing a tailored care plan to suit everyone’s care needs. They aim to facilitate people’s desire to remain independent within their own home as long as possible. Thanks to Liam for his ongoing support.
We are thrilled to welcome back Naas GAA and all their guests to our restaurant today for their annual fundraiser. The team at Naas Racecourse loves working with local clubs and businesses, and we hope everyone at Naas GAA enjoys their day, and we wish them the best of luck in this year’s championship. A special mention to Lawlor’s Hotel who are sponsoring a race with us as part of the contribution to the fundraiser, we hope everyone involved has a fantastic day out.
Best wishes also go to all the owners, trainers, riders and stable staff who have a runner here today. Thank you for your support and we hope to see you in the winner’s enclosure today.
We have lots of hospitality options for racegoers today so make sure to check out our BBQ station located next to the grandstand along with the usual selection on the ground floor of the Grandstand Café and in The Post self-service restaurant. Meanwhile, our public bars are located in The Circle next to the parade ring. Should you have any queries on any of the above, feel free to call into the Race Day office located next to the turnstiles where a member of the team will be happy to assist.
Our next raceday, featuring the Yeomanstown Stud Irish EBF Stakes Raceday, takes place on Wednesday evening July 22nd and we look set for another super evening of racing, BBQ and live music from The Mixtape Band. Visit naasracecourse.com for some great value hospitality packages.
Aidan McGarry Manager amcgarry@naasracecourse.com











Please note that it is a condition of admission to the racecourse that Naas Race Company Plc. (trading as Naas Racecourse) will not be held responsible for any incident that may occur to any person or persons involving personal or other injuries and that all persons entering upon the racecourse lands and premises do so at their own risk.
or in the possession of, any person or persons using the racecourse lands and premises owned by Naas Racecourse
In the event of today’s meeting being abandoned before the start of the 2nd Race customers will be issued with a voucher which will gain them free admission to any one of the next three meetings. Should there will be no cash
for errors or omissions
It is a condition of entry to Naas Racecourse that patrons accept that Naas Racecourse or its agents, press or other photographers may capture photographic or moving images of Naas Racecourse’s patrons and that such patrons are aware than any such images may be utilised by Naas Racecourse, its parent or associated companies, together with its sponsors, for promotional and other purposes.



11:50am Gates Open
1:00pm Face Painting
1:22pm First Race
3:20pm Mascot Race
5:30pm Last Race
5:40pm Live Music from Spring Break

Unleash the Thrill for Parents and Little Ones!
Find our FREE raceday creche located on the left past the turnstiles. Open an hour before racing and closes after the last race. There is also a payground at the far end of the enclosure.
Ages 3+
Hourly slots to cater for all children
045-873-835

The Goffs Owners & Trainers lounge is reserved for Owners & Trainers who have a runner on the day. The Lounge is located on the first floor of The Circle Building.
The Panoramic Restaurant
Advance bookings are advised however please feel free to call up and check availability on the day.
The Post
A self-service restaurant open to all racegoers. We have a full carvery and a selection of cold dishes are available each Raceday.
The Café
Located on the ground floor of the Granstand. A selection of sandwiches, pastries, and tea/coffee is available on each Raceday.
Franks Taxi 085 2333 600
Seamus Taxi 085 8808 690
Naas Taxi 045 480480
*Taxi collection point is at the turnstile entrance. Please pre-book to suit your pick-up time.
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1. Use of Camera, Video, Computer and Telecommunications Equipment Non-compliance with the following provisions will constitute a serious breach of Naas Racecourse’s Terms & Conditions of Entry, as a result of which we shall have the right to cancel and withdraw any Ticket or other entitlements issued to you and eject you from the Racecourse. Use of cameras, video equipment, laptop and other computer equipment, mobile telephones and other telecommunications devices at the Racecourse is strictly controlled and limited. You are not permitted to make any commercial use of any audio/visual coverage, still images or data relating to racing at the Racecourse, without prior permission.
1.1 You shall not use any device or technology to capture, record, store, transmit or broadcast any data relating to any race, fixture or other race-related activity at the Racecourse, unless you are expressly permitted to do so by Condition 1.4.
1.2 In particular, you must not capture, record, store transmit (including live stream):
(a) any pictures of horses preparing for a race – including the Parade Ring;
(b) any pictures of jockeys preparing for a race – including Weighing Room and Parade Ring;
(c) any race (either at the Racecourse or any other racecourse) –this includes either “live” or pictures from the on-course CCTV;
(d) any data relating to any race (either at the Racecourse or any other racecourse) – e.g. odds, Going, colours and colour changes, jockey changes, results; or
(e) any activities in integrity areas (i.e. areas with limited access to Turf Club and designated staff at the Racecourse) – including Weighing Room, Judges Box, Stables and any area signed ‘officials only’.
1.3 The list in Condition 1.2 is indicative of the types of activity prohibited by Condition 1.1 but that list is not exhaustive.
1.4 You may use mobile devices and point-and-shoot or compact cameras to capture images for your own private and domestic use (but you shall not use professional level photography or filming equipment). The following rules apply:
(a) photography on the racing surface is strictly forbidden; (b) flash photography is strictly forbidden; and
(c) you must not allow a third party to use such images for any commercial purpose and will notify the Operator immediately if you become aware of any unauthorised use of those images.
1.5 You agree that all copyright and other intellectual property rights in any unauthorised still, audio, visual, audio-visual coverage or other data shall be assigned to us on creation. If these Conditions are not sufficient to give effect to this assignment you will do all such things and execute all such documents as we may require to transfer ownership of those rights to the Operator.
1.6 Unless specifically permitted by these Conditions, you shall not use mobile telephones or any other communications device whilst on the Racecourse to communicate with anyone outside the Racecourse for the purpose of or in connection with any betting.
1.7 We reserve the right to confiscate any camera, video equipment, mobile telephone, radio and any telecommunications or other device (including computer similar equipment) and any media or device upon which any audio/visual content or data may be stored that is in your possession and delete any such content if we believe you have breached or are likely to breach this condition.
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The Irish EBF Median Sires Series Maiden 6f60y €25,000 16 dec.
1 (14) 7 Belicoso (27) J P O’Brien 2 9-06 J M Sheridan
2 (15) 55 Eighteenth Smiles (13) J P O’Brien 2 9-06 D McDonogh
3 (7) 04 Ocean Club (22) R D Aguiar 2 9-06 D O’Connor
4 (13) 3 Glenade (13) P Twomey 2 9-04 B Lee
5 (12) 8 High Morals (27) W Durkan 2 9-04 A Caffrey
6 (10) Kraar D A O’Brien 2 9-02 C Hayes
7 (2) 42 The Scallionator (15) M Mulvany 2 9-02 W Joyce
8 (6) Hip Hop Chrissy D A O’Brien 2 9-01 G Ryan
9 (16) Chico Guapo M Fahey 2 9-00 R Holohan
10 (1) 24 Ischgl (27) C Murphy 2 9-00 L McAteer
11 (5) Shesthedevil P Magee 2 8-13 P McGettigan
12 (4) 6 No Time Faults (34) K T Coleman 2 8-11 L Roche
13 (11) Scarlet Dream A McGuinness 2 8-11 J Cleary
14 (8) Tina Tereshkova A Kinirons 2 8-11 N Crosse
15 (3) 6 The Drambling Man (12) K T Coleman 2 9-00
16 (9) 8 Portaliffe Phil (12) A McGuinness 2 9-02
Last Year: , (), , .
BETTING:
2.44
The Irish Stallion Farms EBF Fillies Maiden 6f60y €22,000 8 dec.
1 (2) 4 Beibhinn (34) J P O’Brien 2 9-02 D McDonogh
2 (7) 3 Big Negotiator (15) P Twomey 2 9-02 B Lee
3 (3) Citrus Springs J P O’Brien 2 9-02 J M Sheridan
4 (8) Damsel In Distress D McLoughlin 2 9-02 S McCullagh
5 (4) Exchange Student J A Stack 2 9-02 S Heffernan
6 (6) Madam Secretary A P O’Brien 2 9-02 J Cleary
7 (1) Sister Nancy D McLoughlin 2 9-02 N Crosse
8 (5) 9 Stellar Path (12) K P Cotter 2 9-02 L Roche
Last Year: , (), , .
BETTING:
3.15
The Croom House Stud Handicap 6f60y €15,000 16 dec.
1 (7) 30-8 Dragon Of Malta (12) P F O’Donnell 9 10-00 S O’Donnell
2 (15) 3354 Little Empire (35) A McCann 6 10-00 P McGettigan
3 (11) 2827 I Bid You Ajou (8) M Fahey 5 9-12 J Harnett
4 (9) 4246 Inishfallen (22) S Thorne 5 9-12 J Kearney
5 (16) 350- Amicitia (210) J P Murtagh 4 9-11 R Mulligan
6 (6) 4634 Alfred Tennyson (15) D G Hogan 4 9-10 J Huggan
7 (14) 37-0 Altimara (20) R O’Sullivan 5 9-08 D O’Connor
8 (10) 3680 Apache Outlaw (58) A McGuinness 6 9-07 A Caffrey
9 (3) 29-4 Mercurial (13) J J Nallen 7 9-04 S Heffernan
10 (4) 51-7 Unauthorized (8) A Melia 3 9-04 R Holohan
11 (5) -784 Mint Man (22) P J F Murphy 5 9-03 L McAteer
12 (13) 0-99 Felix Somary (57) J S O’Donoghue 3 9-01 R Whelan
13 (8) -903 Ribble Emperor (5) P C O’Donnell 4 9-01 D McDonogh
14 (12) 9-03 Aurora Nova (50) A McNamara 7 9-00 W Joyce
15 (2) 3320 Mickey The Steel (42) J A Murray 8 8-13
16 (1) 00-7 Famed Again (13) Miss H McLoughlin 4 8-12
Last Year: , (), , .
BETTING:
3.50 The Coco At The Arcade Race 1m €18,000 7 dec.
1 (2) 5-13 Tim Toe (19) H d Bromhead 5 10-07 R Whelan
2 (7) 49-1 God Of Power (36) A Slattery 3 9-09 A Slattery
3 (4) 51 Satoyama (26) J P O’Brien 3 9-09 J M Sheridan
4 (6) 6-35 Straight Up (21) A P O’Brien 3 9-09 J Cleary
5 (5) 17- Thread Of Gold (225) W P Mullins 3 9-09 C Keane
6 (1) 56-4 Listentodwindblow (64) J P O’Brien 3 9-01 D McDonogh
7 (3) 6-65 Sursum Corda (19) D J Geary 3 8-10 C Hayes
Last Year: , (), , .
BETTING:
4.20 The James Collins Memorial Handicap (060) 7f €10,000 18 dec.
1 (12) 29-8 Fleetfootsoldier (107) R P Burns 6 10-02 J Ryan
2 (11) 8352 Zabriskie Point (13) A McGuinness 5 10-02 A Caffrey
3 (1) 783- James Henry (380) E C McCarthy 7 10-01 G Ryan
4 (15) 45-0 The Blue Panther (52) R P Burns 8 10-00 N Burns
5 (2) 0803 Secret Magician (19) M Hassett 7 9-10 P Harnett
6 (10) 0720 Ukiyo (28) A Kinirons 5 9-10 P McGettigan
7 (6) 0833 Notforalongtime (27) L Hourigan 9 9-09 R Mulligan
8 (4) -201 Exceeding (46) A Slattery 5 9-08 A Slattery
9 (13) 60-0 Linger For Longer (36) A Leahy 7 9-08 B Lee
10 (7) 3842 Sovereign Banter (51) A Slattery 4 9-08 J Dalton
11 (5) 400- Liamo (185) B M Walsh 5 9-03 J Harnett
12 (16) 607- Crackles (223) E McNamara 4 9-01 S Heffernan
13 (3) 897- La La Lucrative (177) M J Smith 5 9-01 R Colgan
14 (14)0060 Rough Diamond (28) J G Carr 9 8-12 J Cleary
15 (8) 680- Run Forrest Run (165) L Hourigan 8 8-10 L Roche
16 (9) 1229 Methgal (27) P J F Murphy 4 10-02 C Hayes
17 (18) -004 Toy Soldier (19) M A Ahern 4 9-08
18 (17) 9230 Rockbury Lad (16) M D O’Callaghan 7 10-01 C Keane
Last Year: , (), , . BETTING:
4.50 The Lane Family Memorial Handicap 2m40y €12,000 14 dec.
1 (4) -342 Ballyadam (23) H d Bromhead 11 10-04 B Lee
2 (11) -000 Eben Zaabeel (23) A J Martin 5 10-02 S Heffernan
3 (12)6009 Loyal Touch (17) D G Hogan 6 10-00 M Sheridan
4 (1) -r50 Lagoon Nebula (23) A Kinirons 5 9-10 N Burns
5 (14) 8-09 Miss Gitana (11) J A Murray 5 9-09 C Hayes
6 (10) 1302 Baila Conmigo (46) C Murphy 4 9-07 L McAteer
7 (3) 6-03 Sonic Invader (11) N Meade 4 9-07 C Keane
8 (5) 70-0 Parish Express (20) J S Bolger 5 9-06 D McDonogh
9 (8) 1391 Desert Friend (28) P J F Murphy 10 9-04 C Cusack
10 (6) 9305 Tassarolo (16) D G Hogan 5 9-04 J M Sheridan
11 (13) 0-0- All In Peder (382) K Dempsey 7 9-02 J Cleary
12 (2) 00-0 Cala Gracioneta (128) M J Smith 4 8-13 R Colgan
13 (7) -640 Mystic Rose (39) P Magee 4 8-11 P McGettigan
14 (9)8000 Edge Of Darkness (13) D J Howard 6 8-07 J Pietropaolo
Last Year: , (), , .
BETTING:
5.20
The Acro Fire & Safety (Q.R.) Race 1m5f80y €16,000 7 dec.
1 (2) 12-2 Sky Captain (19) P Twomey 5 11-05 Mr J C Barry
2 (7) 133- The Mediator (222) G Elliott 9 11-05 Ms C E O’Ryan
3 (6) /-p2 Act Of God (8) D K Budds 11 11-00 Miss M E Harris
4 (1) //-9 Chain Of Destiny (19) D E Finn 7 11-00
5 (5) -301 Ndaawi (56) G Elliott 6 11-00 Mr H C Swan
6 (3) -351 Quinta Do Lago (32) Mrs J Harrington 4 11-00 Mr J M Halford
7 (4) 000- Talking Tough (216) S M Duffy 9 11-00 Mr C G Ryan
Last Year: , (), , .
BETTING:






Irish Stallion Farms will contribute €3.2 million towards Irish prize-money in 2026, bringing our total investment to over €66m since the foundation of the Irish EBF in 1983.


1.22pm RACE 1

(IRE Incentive Scheme Bonus Race) (Goffs €50,000 Bonus Series Race) (Generously sponsored by EMS Copiers and the Irish EBF (€4,000))
A representative from EMS Copiers will present a Newbridge Silverware Picture Frame to the winning Owner, and €100 to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.
WINNER €12,958 SECOND €4,400 THIRD €2,200 FOURTH €1,100 FIFTH €660 SIXTH €440
RACE CONDITIONS For two years old fillies only, maidens at starting that are EBF eligible.
WEIGHTS 9st 2lbs. DECLARED 8 Stalls centre of course

An intriguing maiden with some nicely bred newcomers. Chief amongst them is the E200,000 breeze up buy CONCORDE LANDED who is taken to make a winning start for Paddy Twomey. Fly Smartly and Southern Boulevard also make plenty of appeal on paper. Snowing could improve for this drop to the minimum trip and Shi Yang is likely capable of better than she showed over C&D on debut. [Dave Stephens] Source:





THE SUMMER RACING, BBQ & LIVE MUSIC MEETINGS AT NAAS RACECOURSE PROVIDE THE PERFECT OPPORTUNITYTO GET A GROUP OF FRIENDS, FAMILY OR WORK COLLEAGUES TOGETHER TO ENJOY GOOD EVENING OUT.
BBQ TICKET TYPES: BBQ TICKET TYPES:
€60.00PP
ADMISSION, RACECARD, BBQ MEAL WITH DESSERT AND RESERVED TABLE IN OUR BBQ MARQUEE.
CORPORATE BBQ BOX BUNDLE (10+) €40.00PP
ADMISSION, RACECARD, BBQ BOX BUNDLE BURGER, OR SMOKED HOTDOG, CHICKEN SKEWER, PRAWN & CHORIZO SKEWER, CORN ON THE COB, SELECTION OF SALADS.
BEER & BURGER
€30.00PP
ADMISSION, BBQ BURGER & 1 DRINK VOUCHER (TO THE VALUE OF €6).

1.57pm RACE 2
(Generously sponsored by the Irish EBF (€5,000))
A representative from Irish European Breeders Fund will present an Irish EBF Decanter to the winning Owner, and €100 to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.
WINNER €12,958 SECOND €4,400 THIRD €2,200 FOURTH €1,100 FIFTH €660
RACE CONDITIONS For three years old and upwards that are EBF eligible and have not won a Listed race or been placed first, SECOND or THIRD in a Group race. WEIGHTS 3-y-o 9st 5lbs; 4-y-o and up 9st 10lbs. Fillies allowed 5lbs. DECLARED 5 Stalls centre of course
Draw 2
Jockey: Gary Carroll
Draw 5
Owner: Wood Hall Stud Limited Bred by: Wood Hall Stud g
Billy
Jockey:

Both Keke and LIKEDBYMIKE are closely matched on form but preference is for the latter after she finished ahead of Keke at Cork last month and shaped as if still in good form in handicap company last time when things just didn’t unfold for her. Cardiff By The Sea will be better suited to conditions having travelled well before flattering out at Ayr last time. [Conor Fennelly] Source: Racing Post
Wednesday 22nd July
Summer Racing, BBQ & Live Music Evening
Monday 3rd August
August Bank Holiday Monday
Sunday 23rd August Summer Sunday



Thursday 17th September Juvenile Day
Saturday 10th & Sunday 11th October October Weekend
Sunday 8th November Return Of The Jumps
Monday 14th December
Christmas Party Raceday






Lots of love from all the gang Enjoy the day










































Wednesday 22nd July 2026


























ALREADY SIRE OF FIRST CROP 2YO WINNERS FOR:
Robson De Aguiar
Eve Johnson Houghton
Richard Hannon
William Knight
Jane Chapple-Hyam
Stefano Botti
Mathieu Pitart


(Generously sponsored by Coolmore Stud)
A representative from Coolmore Stud will present a Tipperary Crystal Rosemont Vase to the winning Owner, a Tipperary Crystal Rosemont Bowl to the winning Trainer, & Jockey, and €100 to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.
WINNER €29,450 SECOND €10,000 THIRD €5,000 FOURTH €2,500 FIFTH €1,500 SIXTH €1,000 RACE CONDITIONS For two years old only. WEIGHTS 9st 5lbs. Fillies
5lbs. DECLARED 10 Stalls centre of course
Jockey: N G McCullagh
Owner: Joseph E Keeling & W Keeling Bred by: Rathbeale Stud Ulc c Bay
Owner: Mrs Orla Murtagh Bred
Trainer: Josh Halley
10 Matriarchal, 12 Brazilian Diva, Hanney Boy, 16 Rejoinder, 22 Celestial Crown, 25 Belle Island, 33 Arrowstock

While he’s likely to prove better over further in time and was a bit disappointing in the Norfolk, it’s hard to see past CARRY THE FLAG based on his second to Great Barrier Reef in the Marble Hill. Abletai made him work very hard over course and distance last time and can be on the premises again, while the form of Matriarchal’s C&D win in May is working out very well and she could outrun her odds. [Conor Fennelly] Source: Racing Post

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HANDICAP OF €12,000
(Generously sponsored by Lawlor’s of Naas)
A representative from Lawlors Hotel will present a Newbridge Silverware Picture Frame to the winning Owner, and €100 to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.
WINNER €7,068 SECOND €2,400 THIRD €1,200 FOURTH €600 FIFTH €360 SIXTH €240
RACE CONDITIONS An extended handicap for three years old and upwards (70 = 10st).
DECLARED 13 Stalls centre of course
Owner: Ms Amanda Torrens
Owner: The Tipp Ramblers
Bred by: Fraser Kent &
Owner:
Draw 9
Owner: Mrs Patrick J Flynn
Bred by: Lykke Til Group g Chesnut by Starspangledbanner - Little Sweetheart (Lawman)
Jockey: Robyn Donaghue-Leahy (4) Trainer: Patrick J Flynn Form 11/4Fav HR62 Robyn Donaghue-Leahy 8.13 6 1/4L 6th of 8 to Nouvel Espoir 8.12 DRYL 19
6/1 HR62 Robyn Donaghue-Leahy 8.13 (H) 6 1/4L 11th of 21 to
3/1Fav HR60 Robyn Donaghue-Leahy 9.9 (H) won 3/4L 3/4L from
(0-60)5f Sft 1min 2.9sec 5-22106
Jockey: Adam Browne-Souza (7)
Form 28/1 HR64 Declan McDonogh 8.12 (CP) 7
3 Owner: J O Mythen Bred by: Shadwell Estate Company Limited g Bay by Invincible Spirit - Tamadhor (Arcano) Career record 64 runs, 9 wins, 14 places Prize-money earned €117,575 Handicap Rating 60
Jockey: Orla Tynan (7)
Trainer: John Andrew Kinsella Form 12/1 HR60 Keithen Kennedy 10.2 (BK) (TS) 5 1/4L 9th of 17 to Monastere (GB) 8.11 FAIR 1 JUL hcp (0-60)6f Gd 28/1 HR58 Chris Hayes 10.0 (BK) (TS) 1/2L 2nd to Platino Bianco 9.1 here 24 JUN 21rn hcp (0-60)5f Gd 66/1 HR62 Leigh Roche 9.6 (BK) (TS) 26L last of 12 to Meriden (GB) 9.12 LEP
LAST YEAR 1st Skillman Ave, 2nd Realtin Fantasy, 3rd An Laochmor TRAINER Gavin Cromwell WEIGHT 131 TIME 0 min. 57.6 sec. GOING Good
BETTING FORECAST 5-2 Nouvel Espoir, 11-2 Bold Optimist, 8 Tawaazon, 17-2 Arctic Steps, 10 Cactus, Phil’s Dream, 11 Harry’s Hill, 12 Ardadslosttheplot, 14 Jordan Breeze, Sovereign Cry, 16 Lethimfly, 20 White Smoke, 25 Billboa

Selection: Cactus
The recent Down Royal winner Nouvel Espoir will need a career best off his revised mark to follow up. Arctic Steps, a C&D winner in May, is respected back here and Harry’s Hill is dangerously wellhandicapped but so is TAWAAZON, who is narrowly preferred. He disappointed at Fairyhouse earlier this week but went close over C&D on his penultimate start and with his rider’s claim, he is effectively 5lb lower here. [Dave Stephens] Source: Racing Post
Selection: TAWAAZON Next Best: Nouvel Espoir
This season, Orla Tynan (Tawaazon) is showing a profit of ;22.20. Source: Racing Post
At every meeting there are specially qualified equine veterinary surgeons on duty to look after the well-being of all the horses racing. There is a vet in attendance at the start of each race who follows the horses throughout the race and is quickly on hand if a casualty occurs. It is normal procedure to erect screens around any horse receiving veterinary treatment. This allows the veterinary surgeon some privacy to fully assess the horses’ injuries and racegoers should not assume the worst if screens are erected around an injured horse. The Blue Cross ambulance is always present to transport the horse back to the stable yard for further treatment if necessary. A secondary veterinary surgeon is in attendance in the stable yard to assess and treat any horse requiring such attention post race. The horses’ welfare is always our priority.
The Association of Irish Racecourse Veterinary Surgeons (AIRCVS)






The Irish EBF Smullen Series continues to honor the incredible legacy of an Irish racing hero, Pat Smullen. Now in its second year, the Smullen Series showcases the Irish EBF’s commitment to middledistance horses, offering two-year-olds a dedicated range of races from July to the end of the season, each worth €25,000 over a mile and a mile-plus.
Looking ahead to next season, these juveniles can link into the existing Smullen Series races in the Spring, leading to the lucrative €200,000 Gowran Classic as three-year-olds.



Irish Stallion Farms will contribute €3.2 million towards Irish prize-money in 2026, bringing our total investment to over €66m since the foundation of the Irish EBF in 1983.



(A race in the Smullen Series) (Generously sponsored by the Irish EBF (€7,500))
A representative from Irish European Breeders Fund & The Smullen Family will present a Trophy designed by Monika Crowley & a Engraved Vase to the winning Owner, a Decanter to the winning Trainer, a Decanter to the winning Jockey, and €100 to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.
WINNER €29,450 SECOND €10,000 THIRD €5,000 FOURTH €2,500 FIFTH €1,500 SIXTH €1,000 RACE CONDITIONS For two years old only that are EBF eligible. WEIGHTS 9st 6lbs. Fillies allowed 5lbs. DECLARED 8 Starting from stalls Distance 1m
Jockey: J Cleary
Owner: Magnier,Tabor,Smith,Westerberg,Brant Bred by: Kennedy,Wall & Nwc Bloodstock
8/1 Wayne Lordan 9.7 3/4L 1/2L 3rd to Nola Soul (USA) 9.7 LEP
Form of 7f win at
Owner:
Jockey: Chris Hayes
Owner:
100/30 Declan McDonogh 9.5 1/2L 4 3/4L 5L 4th to Florida Bay 9.0 FAIR 5 JUN 9rn 7f Gd 20/1 Dylan Browne McMonagle 9.2 nk 6L 3rd to Victorious 9.2 here 17 MAY 6rn Group 3 5f
Trainer: Joseph Patrick O’Brien
Gd 5/1 Declan McDonogh 8.9 won 1/2L nk from Our Boy Bailey 9.4 and Lan De Ghaire 8.9 ROS 11 MAY 10rn mdn 7f 111yds Gd 1min 35.4sec
Verdict Ran respectably in 67f Gr’3 here on penultimate, bred to stay this far, place shout Probable SP: 6/1
LAST YEAR 1st Daytona, 2nd North Coast, 3rd Genchev TRAINER A P O’Brien WEIGHT 9-6 TIME 1m 41.30 secs GOING good

Aidan O’Brien won the inaugural running of this Listed race last year and he may be able to repeat the trick with FLORIDA BAY, whose pedigree suggests this step up to 1m will suit. Joesph O’Brien is triplehanded and both One Number and Dancing Destiny are respected. Ranting Duke is another potential danger if seeing out this longer trip, but that’s not certain on breeding. [Dave Stephens] Source: Racing Post
BETTING FORECAST 7-4 Florida Bay, 11-4 Ranting Duke, 5 One Number, 6 Dancing Destiny, 13-2 Tosca No Candis, 16 Sarah’s Choice, 20 Cedrela, 25 Wo Wo Never The Racing Post Predictor is a ‘Computer Generated’ predicted outcome of the race in visual form, generated by an algorithm of key factors (including eg current form, ratings and going.)
Selection: Florida Bay
Selection: FLORIDA BAY Next Best: Dancing Destiny

TAKES PLACE ON THE TRACK AT 3:20PM
BILBERRY THE GOAT WATERFORD
CHESTER THE CAT KILKENNY CITY
HARPER THE DOG FINN HARPS
MR PINKY WEXFORD FC
STORMY STAN RNLI
KERRY THE KUB KERRY FC
FREDDIE THE FOX SPORTING FINGAL
DENNY THE DOLPHIN DOLPHIN FC
RESCUE RABBIT
WATERFORD MARINE SEARCH & RESCUE

BENNY THE BULL SLIGO ROVERS


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Trainer: A P O'Brien
Owner: Magnier,Tabor,Smith,Westerberg,Brant







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Donagh O'Connor
Trainer: Mrs John Harrington Owner: P V Breen


Trainer: Robson De Aguiar Owner: Scuderia Scolari & Giselle De Aguiar







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A representative from Naas Racecourse will present a Newbridge Silverware Picture Frame to the winning Owner, and €100 to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.
maidens at starting.
8 Starting from stalls
Owner:

Selection: Mai Dahlia
Of those with form in the book, MAI DAHLIA and Bofa Beach appeal most, with narrow preference for the former who ran a cracker over C&D on debut. Donna Time could improve for this quicker ground. The newcomers Sibaza and Xirivella need checking in the market. [Dave Stephens] Source: Racing Post
Selection: MAI DAHLIA Next Best: Bofa Beach
JOCKEY
Colin Keane
Chris Hayes
Shane Foley
Dylan Browne McMonagle
●Foaled Mar 26, 2023
●Sire Too Darn Hot (GB) (8.6f)
●Dam Nourah (IRE)
●Dam’s sire Shamardal (USA) (8.2f)
●Third foal; half-sister to winners Ameerat Jumaira (Group-placed 10.6f-1m4f inc AW; RPR 99) and Jujubella (1m2f-12.4f inc AW; 78); dam unraced half-sister to UAE 1m2f Group 1 winner North America, out of useful US 7f/1m winner
●Foaled Mar 07, 2023
●Sire Kameko (USA) (8.4f)
●Dam Having A Blast (USA)
●Dam’s sire Exchange Rate (USA) (8.4f)
●25,000gns F, E80,000 Y; seventh foal; half-sister to winners Le Tabou (French 6f-7f inc 2yo/AW; RPR 109), Shockwaves (1m AW; 92), Lethal Blast (5f inc AW; 74) and Blast Off (Australian 6.7f/1m); dam 1m winner (100), out of US 1m dirt 2yo winner
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CARE AT HOME HANDICAP OF €10,000 (RATED 0-60) (Generously sponsored by Care At Home)
A representative from Care at Home will present a Newbridge Silverware Picture Frame to the winning Owner, and €100 to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse in this race
WINNER €5,900 SECOND €2,000 THIRD €1,000 FOURTH €500 FIFTH €300 SIXTH €200 RACE CONDITIONS An extended handicap for three years old only rated 0-60. DECLARED 19
Starting from stalls Distance 1m2f194y
Draw 19
Jockey: Billy Lee
Owner: Cyril McMullan Bred by: Barry
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Draw 15
Owner: Annus Mirabilis Syndicate/Sean O’Driscoll/Middle Cow Unlimited Bred by: Mr & Mrs Reddy Coffey & Claire Fitzsimon f Bay/Brown by Blue Point - Rodeo Drive (Kodi Bear) Career record 6 runs, 1
Jockey: Dylan Browne McMonagle Trainer: Joseph Patrick O’Brien Form 9/4Fav HR47 Dylan Browne McMonagle 9.1 won 3 1/4L 1/2L from Sands Castle 10.0 and Connova 8.13 BAL 22 JUN 14rn hcp (0-60)1m 1f
Owner:
Jockey:

After bolting up at Ballinrobe last time, Rodeo Blues will likely prove popular to go in again but a 12lb rise demands plenty. Preference is for CONNECTEO (nap) who pulled clear of a subsequent winner when second at Roscommon in May before finishing fourth at Down Royal when the ground may have been on the soft side for him. Point Cartwright and Nephin Mountain are also high on the shortlist. [Conor Fennelly] Source: Racing Post
Selection: CONNECTEO Next Best: Rodeo Blues




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Distance 7f THE TRM STAY COOL STAY SOUND RATED RACE OF €25,000
(Generously sponsored by TRM)

A representative from TRM will present a Newbridge Silverware Picture Frame of to the winning Owner, and a €500 hamper of TRM products to the Winning Trainer, and €100 & a Goodie bag to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.
WINNER €14,725 SECOND €5,000 THIRD €2,500 FOURTH RACE CONDITIONS For three years old only which at entry are rated 100 or less.
WEIGHTS 8st 13lbs. DECLARED 6 Starting from stalls
No / Draw 5.30pm
Draw 6
Jockey: James Ryan
Owner: Moyglare Stud Farm Bred by: Moyglare Stud Farm f Chesnut by Starspangledbanner -
Jockey: Dylan Browne McMonagle



Owner:
BETTING FORECAST 9-4 Ocean’s Breath, 3 Suzie Songs, 5 Frescobaldi, 11-2 L L Koulsty, 7 Yaupon De Replay, 8 Sir Benji

The Racing Post Predictor is a ‘Computer Generated’ predicted outcome of the race in visual form, generated by an algorithm of key factors (including eg current form, ratings and going.)
Selection: Ocean’s Breath
Quite a tricky conditions race but last year’s winning trainer Ger Lyons has a strong hand and the vote goes to OCEAN’S BREATH after he bolted up at Fairyhouse last time. Suzie Songs was a smart juvenile last year but needs to bounce back. Sir Benji is a danger but the drop back in trip on quicker ground doesn’t seem ideal. [Conor Fennelly] Source: Racing Post
Selection: OCEAN’S BREATH Next Best: Sir Benji
RACE 1: 1.22pm
THE EMS COPIERS IRISH EBF FILLIES MAIDEN OF €22,000 (IRE Incentive Scheme Bonus Race) (Goffs €50,000 Bonus Series Race) (Generously sponsored by EMS Copiers and the Irish EBF (€4,000)). Winner will receive €13,200 (Penalty Value: €12,958), Second will receive €4,400, Third will receive €2,200, Fourth will receive €1,100, Fifth will receive €660, Sixth will receive €440. For two years old fillies only, maidens at starting that are EBF eligible About 5 furlongs €220 to enter, €22 extra if declared to run. Weights: 9st 2lbs. (If the winning horse in this race is eligible for the Goffs €50,000 Bonus Series, Goffs will pay €50,000 to the winner. There are a maximum of ten bonuses available to be won. Please contact Goffs for further information). (The owner of an Irish-bred winner of this race will receive an IRE Incentive Scheme Sales Bonus of €10,000. See RÁS for full terms & conditions of this scheme) Stalls centre of course
RACE 2: 1.57pm
THE IRISH STALLION FARMS EBF RACE OF €22,000 (Generously sponsored by the Irish EBF (€5,000)). Winner will receive €13,200 (Penalty Value: €12,958), Second will receive €4,400, Third will receive €2,200, Fourth will receive €1,100, Fifth will receive €660, Sixth will receive €440. For three years old and upwards that are EBF eligible and have not won a Listed race or been placed first, second or third in a Group race About 5 furlongs €220 to enter, €22 extra if declared to run. Weights: 3-y-o 9st 5lbs; 4-y-o and up 9st 10lbs. Fillies allowed 5lbs. Penalties (handicaps excluded) - to count from 1st July, 2025. Winner of a race value €10,000 4lb extra; Of a race value €12,500 6lb extra. Allowance - Maidens allowed 3lb. Stalls centre of course
RACE 3: 2.33pm
THE COOLMORE STUD BLACKBEARD TIPPERARY STAKES OF €50,000 (LISTED RACE) (Generously sponsored by Coolmore Stud). Winner will receive €30,000 (Penalty Value: €29,450), Second will receive €10,000, Third will receive €5,000, Fourth will receive €2,500, Fifth will receive €1,500, Sixth will receive €1,000. For two years old only About 5 furlongs €500 to enter, €50 extra if declared to run. Weights: 9st 5lbs. Fillies allowed 5lbs. Penalties - Winner of a Listed race 3lb extra; Of a Group 3 race 5lb extra; Of a Group 2 race 7lb extra. Stalls centre of course
RACE 4: 3.08pm
THE LAWLOR’S OF NAAS SUPPORTING NAAS GAA SENIOR FOOTBALL RACE DAY APPRENTICE HANDICAP OF €12,000 (Generously sponsored by Lawlor’s of Naas). Winner will receive €7,200 (Penalty Value: €7,068), Second will receive €2,400, Third will receive €1,200, Fourth will receive €600, Fifth will receive €360, Sixth will receive €240. An extended handicap for three years old and upwards (70 = 10st) About 5 furlongs €120 to enter, €12 extra if declared to run. Penalties - (after calculation of the handicap). A winner shall carry 7lb extra for each race won. Riders: Apprentices who hold an Apprentice Licence under Rules of Racing issued by any recognised Turf Authority and who have not lost the right to claim the 5lb allowance (65 winners). Allowances - (up to and including 30th June and which are not cumulative). Apprentices who have not ridden 10 *winners allowed 7lb; Apprentices who have not ridden 20 *winners allowed 4lb; Apprentices who have not ridden 30 *winners allowed 2lb. *Including races under any N.H. Rules. Handicaps calculated 30th June. Stalls centre of course
RACE 5: 3.44pm
THE IRISH EBF PAT SMULLEN STAKES OF €50,000 (LISTED RACE) (A race in the Smullen Series) (Generously sponsored by the Irish EBF (€7,500)). Winner will receive €30,000 (Penalty Value: €29,450), Second will receive €10,000, Third will receive €5,000, Fourth will receive €2,500, Fifth will receive €1,500, Sixth will receive €1,000. For two years old only that are EBF eligible About 1 mile €500 to enter, €50 extra if declared to run. Weights: 9st 6lbs. Fillies allowed 5lbs. Penalties - Winner of a Listed race 3lb extra; Of a Group race 5lb extra. Allowances - (which are not cumulative). If median price established by the sire is not more than €48,000 allowed 2lb. If median price established by the sire is not more than €36,000 allowed 4lb. If median price established by the sire is not more than €24,000 allowed 6lb. If median price established by the sire is not more than €12,000 allowed 8lb. (See RÁS for Median Auction Sires List) Starting from stalls
RACE 6: 4.18pm
THE NAAS RACECOURSE FILLIES MAIDEN OF €12,000 Winner will receive €7,200 (Penalty Value: €7,068), Second will receive €2,400, Third will receive €1,200, Fourth will receive €600, Fifth will receive €360, Sixth will receive €240. For three years old and upwards fillies only, maidens at starting About 1 mile €120 to enter, €12 extra if declared to run. Weights: 3-y-o 9st 3lbs; 4-y-o and up 9st 12lbs. Starting from stalls
RACE 7: 4.53pm
THE CARE AT HOME HANDICAP OF €10,000 (RATED 0-60) (Generously sponsored by Care At Home). Winner will receive €6,000 (Penalty Value: €5,900), Second will receive €2,000, Third will receive €1,000, Fourth will receive €500, Fifth will receive €300, Sixth will receive €200. An extended handicap for three years old only rated 0-60 About 1 mile 2 furlongs 194 yards €90 to enter, €10 extra if declared to run. Penalties - (after calculation of the handicap). A winner shall carry 7lb extra for each race won. Handicaps calculated 30th June. Starting from stalls
RACE 8: 5.30pm
THE TRM STAY COOL STAY SOUND RATED RACE OF €25,000 (Generously sponsored by TRM). Winner will receive €15,000 (Penalty Value: €14,725), Second will receive €5,000, Third will receive €2,500, Fourth will receive €1,250, Fifth will receive €750, Sixth will receive €500. For three years old only which at entry are rated 100 or less About 7 furlongs €250 to enter, €25 extra if declared to run. Weights: 8st 13lbs. Additional Weight - Horses that at entry have or are eligible for a published rating - for every 1lb above the rating of 85 1lb extra. Horses that at entry do not have a published rating (Band A 86-90) 5lb extra. Horses that at entry do not have a published rating (Band B 91-95) 10lb extra. Horses that at entry do not have a published rating (Band C 96-100) 15lb extra. After time of entry - for each race won 7lb extra. Horses that at entry do not have a published handicap rating are eligible to enter and run at the discretion of the handicapper and the handicapper may place these horses into any of the above rating bands or permit these horses to run off the base weight. Note, the placing of a horse without a published rating into a rating band is at the discretion of the handicapper and is not a commitment to a future official rating. Horses that at entry do not have a published handicap rating but previously had a published handicap rating may, at the discretion of the handicapper, have a published handicap rating applied after the time of entry for the purpose of the application of additional weight. Horses that at entry do not have a published handicap rating but are eligible for a published handicap rating may, at the discretion of the handicapper, have a published handicap rating applied prior to the calculation of weights for the purpose of the application of additional weight. Starting from stalls





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Jersey Stakes-Gr.3

“There’s no place like Home”
Also sire of Group 1-winning 2YO and dual Classic heroine DIAMOND NECKLACE


