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Under The Rules of Racing
Monday 27th April 2026
Chairman: Manager:
Nás Na Rí
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
Mr. Kevin McConnell M.V.B., M.R.C.V.S
Ms. Monica McNicholl M.V.B.
Mr. Eamon Behan M.F., Mr. Sean Kelly M.F & Mr. Evan Halford M.F
Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board
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. P. F. Myerscough (Chairman), Mr. Robert Hall, Mr. John Martin-Smith. Mr. Neil McGrath & Mr. A. Ring
Clerk of the Course: Mr. B. Sheridan
Clerk of the Scales: Mr. D. Maher
Starter: Mr. P. Moloney
Judge: Mr. L. Wyer
Handicapper: Mr. G. O'Gorman
Stewards Secretaries: Mr. C.J. Sweeney & Mr. H. Hynes
Medical Officer: Dr. A. Lehane
Clerical Assistant: Mr. S. Murphy
Veterinary Officer: Ms. J. Taylor M.V.B., M.R.C.V.S.
Veterinary Assistants: Ms. C. Murphy & Mr. J. Casey
Raceday Integrity Officers Team
Clerk of the Course
Managers’ Welcome
On behalf of the team here, I am very pleased to extend a warm welcome to Naas Racecourse this evening as we gather on the eve of what promises to be another exciting week of racing in Kildare. We are ready for a lovely evening of high-quality racing, setting the tone ahead of the renowned Punchestown Festival and we wish the team at Punchestown Racecourse all the best for their big week of racing. We are delighted you have decided to kick start the week with us today.
Aidan McGarry Racecourse Manager
Eddie Moran Owner Liaison
Tonight’s card offers plenty to look forward to, highlighted by the Listed Anglesey Lodge Equine Hospital Woodlands Stakes. We are proud to continue our association with Anglesey Lodge, who return for another year of valued sponsorship. Based at the Curragh, their outstanding team, facilities and expertise make them an essential pillar of the Irish racing industry, ensuring the highest standards of equine care.
We are also very happy to welcome back Martyn Pipe and his Race And Stay guests. Race And Stay has become a leading name in racing travel, bringing visitors from across the globe to experience Irish racing at its best. Their continued support is greatly appreciated, and we hope all their guests enjoy a memorable stay during what is sure to be a busy and exciting week.
Thank you to Colm White for his ongoing support here at Naas Racecourse – the Colm White Bookmaker Handicap is another competitive heat that forms part of Colm’s multi-race sponsorship here at Naas over 2026. Make sure to pop down to Colm on the rails this evening for some great value and service. A warm welcome goes to the team at Racing TV. We are delighted to welcome them and all their Racing TV members here today.
The Irish EBF remain invaluable supporters of our programme, helping us deliver consistently strong maiden races throughout the season. Our reputation as the “Nursery of Champions” is one we take great pride in, and it is made possible through their continued involvement and support.
We wish the very best of luck to all owners, trainers, jockeys, and stable staff represented here this evening. Your support is the lifeblood of racing at Naas, and we hope you enjoy both success on the track and an enjoyable experience off it.
Across the racecourse, our catering partners Lily & Wild have a superb range of hospitality options available, from dining in the Pavillion Restaurant to more relaxed offerings in The Post Restaurant. We also have our coffee shop at the far end of the Grandstand building for those looking for some tasty treats. Be sure to take the opportunity to enjoy what’s on offer during your visit.
Looking ahead, we have a fantastic summer programme to come. Our Royal Ascot Trials Day Family Fun Day on May 17th, is always a highlight, while our summer fixtures on June 24th, July 4th and July 22rd promise great racing, BBQs and live music. Hospitality packages are already in strong demand, so we encourage you to book early via our website. Our next raceday is Saturday May 9th featuring the Darley Irish EBF Naas Oaks Trial.
As always, we welcome your feedback and are happy to assist with any queries. Please feel free to get in touch at any time.
Thank you for joining us, and we hope you have a thoroughly enjoyable evening at Naas Racecourse.
Aidan McGarry Manager amcgarry@naasracecourse.com
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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.
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)
Useful Information
ATM / Cash Back
We do not have an ATM on-site; however, we can provide cash back in our Raceday office. The Raceday office is located beside the turnstiles.
Bar Facilities
The Circle Bar is located on the ground floor of The Circle Building. The TOTE Bar is located on the ground floor of the Grandstand Building.
Betting
Bookmakers Ring is situated at the front of the Grandstand. Tote and Paddy Power shops are loacted in the Grandstand. Tote Operators are also located in The Post, The Circle, and The Panoramic Restaurant.
Car Park
For opening hours following the day of racing please check at the Raceday office.
Corporate Suites
Located on the Second Floor of the Grandstand Building.
Disabled Facilities
Toilet Facilities are situated on the ground floor of The Grandstand next to lower exit doors, by the men’s toilets, The Circle, and The Post. Parking is available directly outside the turnstiles. Our Parking attendants will be glad to assist you.
Goffs Owners & Trainers Lounge
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.
Where to Eat
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.
Taxi Contacts
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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USE OF CAMERAS & VIDEO EQUIPMENT
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.
SATURDAY 9 MAY TH
John Fleming
Our thoughts are with the Fleming Family on the sad loss of John.
John was an integral part of the Irish Racing community through his accounting and advisory roles within the industry. John was also a successful owner with horses with Michael O’Callaghan and Joseph Murphy.
One of the highlights being his Royal Ascot winner “Cercene” just last summer and John took huge joy in that success. John had so many friends around the racing world and we are thinking of them all at this sad time.
May he Rest in Peace.
Next Race Meeting Saturday 9th May 2026
IRISH STALLION FARMS
Irish Racing’s Largest Sponsor.
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.
€22,000
(IRE Incentive Scheme Bonus Race) (Goffs €50,000 Bonus Series Race) (Generously sponsored by the Irish EBF (€6,000))
A representative from the Irish European Breeders Fund will present a Newbridge Silverware Frame of no intrinsic value 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 6 STALLS CENTRE OF COURSE
1
Aedhmar (IRE) 23
Owner: Stonestreet
Jockey: Shane Foley
6
Draw 5
Jockey: Ryan Moore
Victorious (IRE)
Owner: Mrs J Magnier,M Tabor,D Smith,Westerberg
Bred by: Westerberg f Bay by Wootton Bassett - Heaven On Earth (Galileo)
2 9-02
Trainer: A P O'Brien Star Rating HHHHI
Verdict Sister to 7f AW winner and half-sister to Sugar Island (7f/1m 2yo inc Group 3; RPR 103) Probable SP: 3/1
LAST YEAR 1st Simply Astounding, 2nd Cape Sounion, 3rd Glitter And Glory TRAINER A.P.O'Brien WEIGHT 128 TIME 1 min. 14.1 sec. GOING Good - Yielding
BETTING FORECAST 7-4 Livenka, 5-2 Aedhmar, 3 Victorious, 7 Beibhinn, 12 Roeillaun, 16 Ballinea Star
RACE 1 PREDICTOR
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 Livenka
RACE VERDICT
Cork third Aedhmar has the experience but LIVENKA is from a smart family that Ger Lyons has done well with and her siblings have had a good record first-time out. Ballydoyle's Victorious and Joseph O'Brien's Beibhinn are the others to focus on.
[Mark Nunan] Source: Racing Post
Selection: LIVENKA Next Best: Aedhmar
RACE RESULT
PEDIGREE WATCH
Aedhmar
●Foaled Mar 17, 2024
●Sire Blue Point (IRE) (7.0f)
●Dam Rag And Bone (CAN)
●Dam’s sire Street Cry (IRE) (9.8f)
●270,000gns Y; ninth foal; half-sister to seven winners inc Head Mistress (5f 2yo inc Listed; RPR 97), Dollerina (Group-placed 7f; 97), Rule The Waves (8.4f 2yo; 94) and Crags (US 5f turf); dam Canadian 7f-8.5f AW winner
PEDIGREE WATCH
Ballinea Star
●Foaled Feb 01, 2024
●Sire Space Blues (IRE) (7.6f)
●Dam Jeanne Girl (IRE)
●Dam’s sire Rip Van Winkle (IRE) (9.7f)
●E26,000 Y; fourth foal; half-sister to 12.5f/14.3f winner Gangster Granny (RPR 80); dam Group-placed 6f 2yo winner (101), half-sister to Listed-placed French/Italian 7.5f-1m4f winner Jack Boy, out of unraced half-sister to 1m Group 1 winner Rajeem
“Amazing result. He's a late April foal and it gave him time to develop.”
Roderic Kavanagh, Glending Stables
GOFFS CLASSIC BREEZE UP SALE
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BREEZE AT NAAS 22 June 2026 SALE AT GOFFS 27 June 2026 IRELAND
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Kuga
(Generously sponsored by Racing TV)
A representative from Racing TV will present a Newbridge Silverware Picture Frame of no intrinsic value to the winning Owner, and €50 to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.
WINNER €8,835 SECOND €3,000 THIRD €1,500 FOURTH €750 FIFTH €450 SIXTH €300 RACE CONDITIONS An extended handicap for three years old only (80 = 9st 12lbs)
DECLARED 12 STALLS CENTRE OF COURSE
1
Draw 12
Bad Boy Rizz (IRE) 187
Owner: Eleanora Kennedy Bred by: Rathasker Stud c Chesnut by Bungle Inthejungle - Clifton Dancer (Fraam) Prize-money earned €16,927 Handicap Rating 84
Jockey: Shane Foley Trainer: Ross O'Sullivan Form 3/1 HR79 Colin Keane 9.7 (TS) won 2 1/4L 2 3/4L from Tertre Rouge 9.7 and Cluain Peata (GB) 9.2 NAV 22 OCT 25 7rn
1min 3.7sec 17/2 HR74 Shane Foley 9.7 (TS) 1/2L 2nd to Tornado Kiss 9.2 CK 30 SEP 25 7rn mdn 5f Gd/Yld 7/2 HR77 Gary Carroll 9.2 (TS) 1 1/4L 3 1/2L 3rd to Killourney Reigns 9.2 DRYL 5 SEP 25 12rn mdn 5f Gd
Consistent in sprint maidens last year; off the mark
Allsortz (IRE) 17
Owner: MRC International Bred by: Cloneymore Farm & M + R Mullen g Bay by Bated Breath - Sub Sahara (Muhaarar) Prize-money earned
Rating HHHHI
(IRE)
Jockey: Gary Carroll
Joyful Tidings (GB) 23
Owner:
Treasured Royal (IRE) 178
3 1/4L from Silkie Sevei 8.12 and Velvet Reign 8.9
Coincidental
100/30 HR72 Adam Caffrey 10.0 (H) ns 1 1/4L 3rd to Kc Bear 9.2 DUN 10 DEC 25 14rn Ext hcp 6f Std 95231-2 Star Rating HHIII Verdict
Wearing
(IRE)
This Guy (IRE)
HANDICAP OF €25,000
(Generously sponsored by Colm White Bookmaker)
A representative from Colm White Bookmakers will present a Mindy Brown Trophy of no intrinsic value to the winning Owner, and €100 to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.
WINNER €14,725 SECOND €5,000 THIRD €2,500 FOURTH €1,250 FIFTH €750 SIXTH €500 RACE CONDITIONS An extended handicap for three years old and upwards (100 = 10st). DECLARED 13 STALLS CENTRE OF COURSE
1
Valiant Force (USA) 24
Owner:
Jockey: David Egan Trainer: Robson De Aguiar
9.2 3L 5th of 6 to Diligent Harry (GB) 9.5 LINGFIELD PARK 21 FEB Listed 5f 6yds Std 10/11Fav HR105 Rowan Scott 9.12 won 4 1/4L 1 1/2L from Kerdos
Jockey: Luke
Tango Flare (IRE) 198
Owner: R J McSharry Bred by: Kilnamoragh Stud g Bay by Fulbright - Magadar (Lujain)
Billie Be Quick (IRE) 22
Owner:
2nd to Little Queenie 9.4 DUN 12 DEC 25 13rn Ext hcp 6f Std 7/1 HR83 Wayne Lordan 8.11 7 1/2L 7th of 9 to Sir Les Patterson (GB) 9.1 DUN 26 NOV 25 hcp 6f
8
Headmaster (GB) 185
(IRE)
10
Go Athletico (FR) 30
Owner:
Jockey:
11
Indigo Dream (GB) 24
1069-09
50/1 HR87 Shane Foley 9.1 (BK) 13L last of 9 to Sir Les Patterson (GB) 9.1
LAST YEAR 1st Love Billy Boy, 2nd Moltophino, 3rd Laugh A Minute
TRAINER Gerard O'Leary WEIGHT 9-3 TIME 1m 13.18 secs GOING Good - Yieldinggd-yld
BETTING FORECAST 100-30 Bishopton, 4 Staysound Susie, 9-2 Tango Flare, 11-2 Headmaster, 13-2 Indigo Dream, 10 Valiant Force, 12 Howd'yadoit, 16 Billie Be Quick, 20 Heavenly Power, Keke, 25 City House, 28 Go Athletico, 40 Nezeeh
RACE 3 PREDICTOR
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 Heavenly Power
RACE VERDICT
The drop back to 6f is a slight concern for the recent Dundalk winner Bishopton and Staysound Susie, another recent winner, will need a big career best off her revised mark. Eddie Lynam runs three and it might be worth taking a chance on his C&D winner HEAVENLY POWER who is 4lb below his last win and he should be sharper for his comeback run at the Curragh. Indigo Dream and City House are others worth considering. [Dave Stephens]
Source: Racing Post
Selection: HEAVENLY POWER
Next Best: Tango Flare
PEDIGREE CORNER
PEDIGREE WATCH
Valiant Force
●Foaled Feb 22, 2021
●Sire Malibu Moon (USA) (6.7f)
●Dam Vigui's Heart (USA)
●Dam’s sire Quality Road (USA) (9.4f)
●$75,000 F, $100,000 Y; first foal; dam unraced half-sister to prolific US 5f-1m winner (inc 2yo) Joyful Heart, out of useful Canadian 6f-8.5f winner (inc 2yo) Blue Heart
PEDIGREE WATCH Tango Flare
●Foaled Apr 21, 2019
●Sire Fulbright (GB) (7.7f)
●Dam Magadar (USA)
●Dam’s sire Lujain (USA) (7.0f)
●Ninth foal; half-brother to five winners inc Miss O Connor (1m inc Group 3; RPR 108), Irish Admiral (7f-8.6f inc AW; 102) and Simply A Breeze (1m; 99); dam 6f 2yo winner (78), half-sister to Italian 6f/1m Listed winner Mister Cavern out of 6f-1m winner
PEDIGREE WATCH
Go Athletico
●Foaled Mar 27, 2018
●Sire Goken (FR) (6.5f)
●Dam Byburg (FR)
●Dam’s sire Sageburg (IRE) (9.5f)
●E150,000 Arqana Oct 21, E165,000 Auctav Apr 23; second foal; half-brother to French 1m2f AW winner By The Way; dam 7.5f-7.7f winner (inc 2yo/AW), out of half-sister to US 1m Grade 2 winner Little Treasure (dam of US 8.5f Grade 2 winner More Chocolate)
KEY STAT
PEDIGREE WATCH Nezeeh
●Foaled Feb 19, 2021
●Sire Profitable (IRE) (6.6f)
●Dam Snowstar (IRE)
●Dam’s sire Raven's Pass (USA) (8.6f)
●First foal; dam Listed-placed 5f winner (RPR 102), half-sister to 6f 2yo winner
Travelcard, out of maiden half-sister to 2yo winners Good Place (7f/1m) and Bint Al Reem (7f)
Ross O'Sullivan (Indigo Dream) has saddled 3 winners from 11 runners in the past 14 days. That's a 27% strike-rate.
Source: Racing Post
(IRE Incentive Scheme Bonus Race) (Generously sponsored by the Irish EBF (€11,000))
A representative from the Irish European Breeders Fund will present a Newbridge Silverware Picture Frame of no intrinsic value to the winning Owner, and €100 to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.
WINNER €14,725 SECOND €5,000 THIRD €2,500 FOURTH €1,250 FIFTH €750 SIXTH €500
RACE CONDITIONS For two years old only, maidens at starting that are EBF eligible and whose sire established one or more yearling sales in the relevant year with a median price of not more than €60,000. WEIGHTS 9st 8lbs. Fillies allowed 5lbs. DECLARED 7 STALLS CENTRE OF COURSE
1
Bit Of A Buzz (IRE)
6
THE IRISH EBF MEDIAN SIRES SERIES MAIDEN
Whammy (IRE) 31
Owner:
No Time Faults (IRE)
Owner:
Jockey:
RACE 4 PREDICTOR
RACE VERDICT
Amo Racing always run a smart type in the opening 2yo maiden of the season at The Curragh and, narrowly denied when odds-on there, FORCE NOIR (nap) will be hard to beat with the run behind him. Mr Montauk and Bit Of A Buzz might make him work for it while Lady Patrona is the most likely of contender of the three fillies in the line-up.
[Mark Nunan]
Source: Racing Post
Selection: FORCE NOIR
Next Best: Mr Montauk
RACE RESULT
KEY STAT
J M Sheridan (Mr Montauk) has ridden 5 winners from 21 rides in the past 14 days. That's a 24% strike-rate.
Source: Racing Post
Anglesey Lodge Equine Hospital offers excellence in veterinary care to our clients and their horses.
HOSPITAL WOODLANDS STAKE OF €50,000 (LISTED RACE)
(Generously sponsored by Anglesey Lodge Equine Hospital)
A representative from Anglesey Lodge Equine Hospital will present a Crystal Trophy of no intrinsic value to the winning Owner and €100 to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.
5 WINNER €29,450 SECOND €10,000 THIRD €5,000 FOURTH €2,500 FIFTH €1,500 SIXTH €1,000 RACE CONDITIONS For three years old and upwards. WEIGHTS 3-y-o
4-y-o and
9st 9lbs. Fillies allowed 5lbs. DECLARED 16 STALLS CENTRE OF COURSE
1
Draw 5
Big Gossey (IRE) 30
Owner: Allegro
9/2 HR110 Colin Keane 9.6 1L hd 3rd to Arizona Blaze (GB) 9.5
(IRE) 23
Erosandpsyche (IRE) 30
Owner:
6
Fahrenheit Seven (GB) 37
Owner:
Bred by: Springcombe Park Stud g Bay by Showcasing - Pizzazz (Foxwedge) Handicap Rating 103 Foreign Trained Runner: 7 flat wins €103,623.00
Jockey: Ben Coen Trainer: Robert Cowell Form Tom Marquand 9.3
won 3/4L 2 1/2L from Heavenly Heather (GB) 9.4 and Paddy's Day 9.1
1yds Std 0min 57.1sec Marco Ghiani 9.0 13L
132213-
1
Getreadytorumble (GB) 205
Owner: Norman Court Stud Bred by: P Taplin & Mike Channon Bloodstock Ltd g Grey by Rumble Inthejungle - El Che (Winker Watson) Prize-money earned €67,904 Handicap
Marquand 10.0 3/4L 2nd to Rhythm N Hooves (GB) 9.13 NEWBURY 16
(IRE) 23
Michael Scaife & Liam Ferguson & Simon Murphy & H S Khunkhuna Bred by: KCS Bloodstock Ltd g
12
Moss Tucker (IRE)
Owner:
Jockey: Billy Lee
Unique Journey (IRE)
Bonus Time (IRE) 249
11.7sec 5/6Fav HR89 Billy Lee 10.0 (TS) 1/2L 2nd
Jockey: Ryan Moore
THE ANGLESEY LODGE EQUINE HOSPITAL WOODLANDS STAKES
Mission Central (IRE) 178
Owner: Tabor,Smith,Magnier,Westerberg,Brant Bred by: Gigginstown House Stud g Bay by No Nay Never - Thar She Blows (Zoffany) Prize-money earned €204,597 Handicap Rating 110
Trainer: A P O'Brien
Owner: P J O'Brien,Mrs P Shanahan & M O'Flynn Bred by: Rockfield Farm f Bay by St Mark's Basilica - Piece of Paradise (Holy Roman Emperor) Prize-money earned €25,304 Handicap Rating 97
Jockey: Andrew Slattery
Form 13/8Fav Seamie Heffernan 9.3 won 1L
J A
LAST YEAR 1st Two Stars, 2nd My Mate Alfie, 3rd Unexpected Issues TRAINER J.A.Stack WEIGHT 135 TIME 1 min. 0.6 sec. GOING Good - Yielding
BETTING FORECAST 7-2 Mission Central, 4 Bucanero Fuerte, 11-2 King Cuan, 13-2 Fahrenheit Seven, 9 Getreadytorumble, 10 Big Gossey, 12 Bodhi Bear, 14 Bonus TIME, 16 Cardiff By The Sea, Unique Journey, 20 Moss Tucker, 25 Kerdos, Thunderbear, 28 Erosandpsyche, 50 Gazelle d'Or, 66 Likedbymike
RACE 5 PREDICTOR
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 Bucanero Fuerte
RACE VERDICT
A competitive heat. The British raiders Fahrenheit Seven and Getreadytorumble are very much respected but the top rated BUCANERO FUERTE should be much sharper for his comeback run at Cork and he is taken to get back to winning ways. It is interesting that Billy Lee prefers Bonus Time over her higher rated stablemate King Cuan and the recent Curragh handicap winner Bodhi Bear is another one that could go well, as could the 3yo filly Cardiff By The Sea [Dave Stephens] Source: Racing Post
Selection: BUCANERO FUERTE Next Best: King Cuan
RACE RESULT
Time 1st 3rd Distance 2nd 4th
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CONDITIONS
The Naas Racecourse Business Club Benefits
The Naas Racecourse Business Club is open to all businesses who are looking to promote their business whilst enjoying racing. Formerly known as the Woodlands 100 Club, the Club was formed over 20 years ago with the specific aim of businesses and racing enthusiasts sponsoring Listed and Graded races. Join a group of like-minded individuals.
Sponsorship
The Business Club sponsors Listed & Graded races throughout the year.
Tickets
40 flexi tickets to be used on any racemeeting in 2025 for clients, customers or employees.
Membership Two annual memberships to Naas Racecourse, with access to the Members Lounge on all 20 racemeetings.
CONTACT
Milly Harwood
Sponsorship & Sales Manager mharwood@naasracecourse.com
Hospitality
Invitation to Racing & Lunch for Business Club event days.
Advertising
Logo included in our Business Club racecard & CCTV advert displayed on each race meeting.
2025 Business Club
Membership
OF €50,000 (PREMIER HANDICAP)
(Generously sponsored by Naas Racecourse Business Club)
A representative from Naas Racecourse Business Club will present a Galway Crystal Vase of no intrinsic value to the winning Owner, 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 An extended handicap for three years old only that at entry have run two or more times under any Rules of Racing and are eligible for a handicap rating (100 = 9st 12lbs).
DECLARED 10 STARTING FROM STALLS
1
Draw 1
Jockey: Ryan Moore
Trojan Warrior (USA) 15
Owner: Michael Tabor & Derrick Smith & Mrs John Magnier Bred by: Chelston/Orpendale/Wynatt c Bay/Brown by Wootton Bassett - Monday (Fastnet Rock)
A P O'Brien
2
Draw 4
3/1 HR97
Controlled (IRE) 19
Owner: W D Gannon & Paul M O'Loughlin Bred by: Newstead Breeding g Bay by No Nay Never - Ultrasonic (Mizzen
9.9 (CP) 3 1/4L 6L 3rd to Neolithic 9.9
8
4rn 7f Sft 33/1 HR93 Shane Foley 9.11 (CP) hd 2nd to Causeway 9.12 here 22 MAR 13rn Ext hcp 7f Sft 7/1 J. Cleary 9.5 (BK) 5 3/4L last of 8 to Andab 9.5 DUN 10 OCT 25 Listed 7f Std 818-23
Verdict Fine second in Madrid Handicap over 7f here on his return; well beaten last time Probable SP: 10/1
3
Draw 9
Felix Guido (IRE) 233
Owner: Millennium Stud SP ZO O Bred by: The Rare Partnership c Bay by Starspangledbanner - Rare (Galileo) Prize-money earned €15,459 Handicap Rating 90 3 9-04
Jockey: J M Sheridan Trainer: Joseph
S. Abaev 8.13 won 3 1/2L 7L from Zorianna 8.13 and Fortis Puella 8.13 WARSAW 16 AUG 25
S. Abaev 8.13 won 18L 13L from Kartel Code 8.13 and Bachmat (POL) 8.13 WARSAW 22
Verdict Unbeaten in three starts in Poland at up to 6.5f,
Jockey: Gary Carroll
Owner: Gerard Kervick & Crampscastle Bloodstock
Bred by: Mr Gerard Kervick f Bay by Sioux Nation - Nepali (The Gurkha) Prize-money earned €79,901 Handicap Rating 89
Form 100/30Fav Gary Carroll 9.0 won 1 1/2L 1/2L from Celestial Siren 8.10 and Madbadanddangerous 9.1 here 12 OCT
11rn 7f Yld 1min 29.3sec 85/40Fav Gary Carroll 9.2 won 5L 4 1/2L from Honouramongthieves (GB) 9.7 and Just A City Boy 9.7 KILL 6 OCT 25 8rn mdn 1m 30yds Sft 1min 46.1sec
6/1 Gary Carroll 8.12 hd 2 1/2L 3rd to Madbadanddangerous 9.1 here 18 SEP 25 16rn mdn 7f Yld/Sft 5311-
5
Son Of Beauty (IRE) 36
Owner:
Bobby McGee (GB)
How'sthebai (IRE)
185
LAST YEAR 1st Shiota, 2nd Mississippi River, 3rd Tribal Nation TRAINER
BETTING FORECAST 11-4 Trojan Warrior, 9-2 Felix Guido, 13-2 Alphecca, 15-2 Bobby McGee, 8 How'sthebai, 17-2 Invincible Will, 10 Controlled, Jamestown, 12 Son Of Beauty, 16 Manton Bay
RACE 6 PREDICTOR
RACE VERDICT
Held in good regard by his stable, HOW'STHEBAI should do well in handicaps this term and is interesting off bottom weight. Trojan Warrior has to give 19lb to the selection but is greatly feared in first-time headgear, while Alphecca's connections are bidding for their third win in four years in this particular contest. Polish recruit Felix Guido is impossible to assess but is, reportedly, well thought of by his trainer.
[Mark Nunan]
Source: Racing Post
RACE RESULT
PEDIGREE CORNER
PEDIGREE WATCH Trojan Warrior
●Foaled Apr 11, 2023
●Sire Wootton Bassett (GB) (9.3f)
●Dam Monday (USA)
●Dam’s sire Fastnet Rock (AUS) (10.0f)
●Second foal; dam 7f 2yo Listed winner (RPR 104), half-sister to 1m1f Group 3 winner Red Riding Hood, out of 1m 2yo Group 1 winning sister to 7f-1m2f Group 1 winner Misty For Me
PEDIGREE WATCH Invincible Will
●Foaled Feb 12, 2023
●Sire Invincible Army (IRE) (6.5f)
●Dam Lady Nancy (IRE)
●Dam’s sire Zoffany (IRE) (9.4f)
●E16,000 F (n/s E9,000 Y); second foal; half-brother to Group-placed 6f 2yo winner Coralillo (RPR 98); dam unraced sister to Italian 1m winner Zoffany Of Sicily, out of sister to 1m4f Listed winner Royal Devotion
BEST TURNED OUT LEAGUE
MICHAEL MULVANY
M D O’CALLAGHAN
7
(Generously sponsored by Race & Stay)
A representative from Race & Stay will present a Newbridge Silverware Picture Frame of no intrinsic value to the winning Owner, and €200 to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.
WINNER €10,013 SECOND €3,400 THIRD €1,700 FOURTH €850 FIFTH €510 SIXTH €340 RACE CONDITIONS For three years old fillies only, maidens at starting. WEIGHTS 9st 3lbs. DECLARED 10 STARTING FROM STALLS
1
Draw 6
Arrietty (IRE) 66
Owner:
Jockey: Declan McDonogh
7/2 Scott McCullagh 9.3 3 1/4L 6th of 14 to Blanc De Blanc
2
Jockey:
Cape Primrose (IRE) 18
Owner: Derrick Smith & Mrs John Magnier & Michael Tabor Bred by: Coolmore f Bay by St Mark's Basilica - Again (Danehill Dancer) Prize-money earned €4,256 Handicap Rating 79 3 9-03 Cpiece
8/1 J. Cleary 8.11 3 1/2L 5th
Jockey: Colin Keane
Charm Of Venice (GB) 108
4
Draw 3
Cite Florale (FR) 157
Owner: C Acheson Bred by: S A S Ecurie X f Grey by Galiway - Kyurem (Verglas) Prize-money earned €171
Jockey: Billy Lee Trainer: Henry de Bromhead Form 33/1 Ronan Whelan 9.2 10L 6th of 12 to Sky Watch 9.2 DUN 21 NOV 25 mdn 1m Std 6-
De Songbird (IRE) 12
Owner: John P McGovern Bred by: Denis Noonan f Chesnut by Cotai Glory - Shim Sham (Danehill Dancer)
French Blond (IRE)
Owner: Lindsay Laroche & Ceahorse LLC Bred by: Ballylinch Stud f
Owner:
Soigne (IRE)
K. Weld
2
GOING Yielding BETTING FORECAST 9-4 Glyfada, 3 Cape Primrose, 100-30 Arrietty, 6 Sounds Great, 12 Charm Of Venice, Shambata, 20 Soigne, 22 French Blond, 25 Cite Florale, 40 De Songbird
RACE 7 PREDICTOR
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.)
RACE VERDICT
A few of these have claims. Cape Primrose and Arrietty should be thereabouts and Sounds Great is also worth considering but GLYFADA shaped very nicely on debut at the Curragh and with improvement likely to be forthcoming, she gets the vote. The nicely bred Gavin Cromwell newcomers French Blond and Soigne need checking in the market.
[Dave Stephens]
Source: Racing Post
Selection: GLYFADA
Next Best: Cape Primrose
RACE RESULT
PEDIGREE WATCH
Arrietty
●Foaled Jan 02, 2023
●Sire Lope De Vega (IRE) (8.9f)
●Dam Sommorell (IRE)
●Dam’s sire Fast Company (IRE) (8.7f)
●E260,000 F; seventh foal; half-sister to four winners inc Inverleigh (6f 2yo/7.5f Listed; RPR 106), Setarhe (Group-placed 6f 2yo; 95) and Gifted Angel (1m4f/1m6f AW; 81; 2m-2m1f hurdle); dam unraced half-sister to German 1m2f Group 1 winner Ransom O'War
PEDIGREE WATCH Sounds Great
●Foaled Apr 22, 2023
●Sire Churchill (IRE) (9.6f)
●Dam Barrington Court (IRE)
●Dam’s sire Mastercraftsman (IRE) (11.0f)
●First foal; dam 1m4f Flat (inc Listed; RPR 107)/useful bumper and 2m/2m4f hurdle winner, half-sister to 5f-7f winner Novay Essjay, out of unraced sister to 7f 2yo Group 3 winner Foss Way
PEDIGREE WATCH
Cape Primrose
●Foaled Mar 23, 2023
●Sire St Mark's Basilica (FR) (7.2f)
●Dam Again (IRE)
●Dam’s sire Danehill Dancer (IRE) (8.4f)
●Tenth foal; half-sister to four winners inc Delphinia (1m turf 2yo/1m5f AW Listed; RPR 114), Delano Roosevelt (1m 2yo; 111) and Indian Maharaja (7.4f/1m 2yo inc Listed; 102); dam 7f/1m winner (inc 2yo/Irish 1,000 Guineas; 114)
PEDIGREE WATCH
Charm Of Venice
●Foaled Apr 12, 2023
●Sire St Mark's Basilica (FR) (7.2f)
●Dam Keltie (GB)
●Dam’s sire Giant's Causeway (USA) (9.6f)
●25,000gns Y; fourth foal; half-sister to 1m3f AW winner Nasebah (RPR 78); dam 1m4f AW winner (85), sister to Canadian 1m3f Grade 2 winner Utmost, half-sister to useful 8.5f/1m4f winner So High, out of US 8.5f Grade 3 winner
Today’s Race Conditions
RACE 1: 5.10pm
THE IRISH STALLION FARMS EBF FILLIES MAIDEN OF €22,000 (IRE Incentive Scheme Bonus Race) (Goffs €50,000 Bonus Series Race) (Generously sponsored by the Irish EBF (€6,000)). 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 205 yards. €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: 5.45pm
THE ENJOY RACING TV WITH A FREE TRIAL NOW HANDICAP OF €15,000 (Generously sponsored by Racing TV). Winner will receive €9,000 (Penalty Value: €8,835), Second will receive €3,000, Third will receive €1,500, Fourth will receive €750, Fifth will receive €450, Sixth will receive €300. An extended handicap for three years old only (80 = 9st 12lbs) About 5 furlongs 205 yards. €150 to enter, €15 extra if declared to run. Penalties - (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 7lb extra for each race won. Handicaps calculated 22nd April. Stalls centre of course
RACE 3: 6.15pm
THE COLM WHITE BOOKMAKER HANDICAP OF €25,000 (Generously sponsored by Colm White Bookmaker). 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. An extended handicap for three years old and upwards (100 = 10st) About 5 furlongs 205 yards. €250 to enter, €25 extra if declared to run. Penalties - (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 7lb extra for each race won. Horses which receive a published weight of 8st 6lbs. or less will be entitled to a 50% reduction in entry fee. Should they be declared to run they will then become liable for the full amount of the cost to run. Handicaps calculated 22nd April. Stalls centre of course
RACE 4: 6.45pm
THE IRISH EBF MEDIAN SIRES SERIES MAIDEN OF €25,000 (IRE Incentive Scheme Bonus Race) (Generously sponsored by the Irish EBF (€11,000)). 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 two years old only, maidens at starting that are EBF eligible and whose sire established one or more yearling sales in the relevant year with a median price of not more than €60,000 About 5 furlongs. €250 to enter, €25 extra if declared to run. Weights: 9st 8lbs. Fillies allowed 5lbs. 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. (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 5: 7.15pm
THE ANGLESEY LODGE EQUINE HOSPITAL WOODLANDS STAKES OF €50,000 (LISTED RACE) (Generously sponsored by Anglesey Lodge Equine Hospital). 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 three years old and upwards About 5 furlongs. €500 to enter, €50 extra if declared to run. Weights: 3-y-o 8st 13lbs. 4-y-o and up 9st 9lbs. Fillies allowed 5lbs. Penalties - (to count from 1st May, 2025) Winner of a Listed race or a Group 3 race 3lb extra; Of a Group 2 race or a Group 1 race 5lb extra. Stalls centre of course
RACE 6: 7.45pm
THE NAAS RACECOURSE BUSINESS CLUB BLACKWATER HANDICAP OF €50,000 (PREMIER HANDICAP) (Generously sponsored by Naas Racecourse Business Club). 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. An extended handicap for three years old only that at entry have run two or more times under any Rules of Racing and are eligible for a handicap rating (100 = 9st 12lbs) About 1 mile. €500 to enter, €50 extra if declared to run. Penalties - (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 7lb extra for each race won. Horses which receive a published weight of 8st 6lbs. or less will be entitled to a 50% reduction in entry fee. Should they be declared to run they will then become liable for the full amount of the cost to run. Handicaps calculated 22nd April. Starting from stalls
RACE 7: 8.15pm
THE RACE & STAY FILLIES MAIDEN OF €17,000 (Generously sponsored by Race & Stay). Winner will receive €10,200 (Penalty Value: €10,013), Second will receive €3,400, Third will receive €1,700, Fourth will receive €850, Fifth will receive €510, Sixth will receive €340. For three years old fillies only, maidens at starting About 1 mile 2 furlongs 84 yards. €170 to enter, €17 extra if declared to run. Weights: 9st 3lbs. Starting from stalls
13th March