I would like to extend a warm Curragh welcome to you for what is a historic day in Irish racing – our first ever Good Friday race meeting. We are delighted to be hosting this event and hope you have a very enjoyable day. Many people have worked hard to make this happen and your efforts are much appreciated.
We are delighted to partner with our on-course bookmakers who have generously sponsored the gate today to ensure free admission for all. If this is your first time visiting the Curragh, please explore and enjoy all our facilities. Customer feedback is always welcome.
There is plenty of family entertainment throughout the enclosures today, including the Moyglare Kidzone as well as food and beverage outlets.
We are greatly looking forward to the season ahead and this year we will race 24 times with the Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby scheduled for Sunday June 28th. With the support of Horse Racing Ireland and our sponsors we have increased our prize money again this year with the focus on our Listed and Group races and our better class handicaps.
Today’s race sponsors are the Irish European Breeders Fund, 1xBet and our on-course bookmakers. Your support is greatly appreciated, and I hope you have a great day.
I would also like to thank all owners of runners here today - we hope your experience at the Curragh is a good one and we thank you for your support. We hope you will relax and enjoy your day at the Tattersalls Owners Club on Level 2 of the grandstand. Thank you for running your horse at the Curragh.
Please try out our café Orby’s by Lucy which is beside the parade ring and is open seven days a week, Lilywhites Bar and the various facilities in Champions Hall, including our Big Screen. To watch the racing, free seating is available for all patrons throughout the final furlong at the front of the stand.
We race here again at the Curragh in two weeks’ time on Sunday 19th April when our feature race will be the Group 3 Alleged Stakes, while we then look forward to the Newbridge Community Race Day on Bank Holiday Monday 4th May.
We look forward to welcoming you back here that day and regularly during the 2026 flat season.
Best wishes for a memorable day’s racing.
Brian Kavanagh Chief Executive
bkavanagh@curragh.ie
OFFICIALS
FRIDAY3RDAPRIL
Under the Rules of Racing
RECEIVEROFENTRIES:
Horse Racing Ireland, Ballymany, The Curragh, Co. Kildare.
STAKEHOLDER:
Horse Racing Ireland
MEDICALOFFICERS:
Dr Jennifer Pugh
Dr Matthew Fay
Dr Adrian McGoldrick
Dr Bernard Healy
Dr Dermot Nolan
VETERINARYOFFICERS:
Mr Vincent O’Connor
Mr Ernan O’Donnell
Mr John Byrne
Mr Joe O’Donnell
FARRIERS:
Eamon Behan
Sean Kelly
card authentic unless signed by the Clerk of the Course.
CLERKOFTHECOURSE:
Mr. P.F. Graffin
The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board is responsible for the integrity of Irish Racing. In fulfilling this role, they provide Stewards and professional Officials at all racemeetings to ensure that their rules are properly observed.
The following list of Stewards and Officials are officiating at today’s race meeting:
STEWARDSONDUTY:
Justice Leonie Reynolds
Mr. Julian Gaisford-St. Lawrence
Dr. Frank Kenny
Mr. Peter Law
Mr. L. Walsh
CLERKOFTHECOURSE:
Mr. P.F. Graffin
CLERKOFTHESCALES:
Mr. H. Hynes
STARTER:
Mr. B. Hamilton
JUDGE:
Ms. P. Hassett
HANDICAPPER
Mr. G. O’Gorman
STEWARDSSECRETARIES
Mr. L. Aspell & Mr. A. Ring
MEDICALOFFICER:
Dr. J. Pugh
VETERINARYOFFICER:
Ms. E. Costello M.V.B.
VETERINARYASSISTANTS:
Ms. M. O’Neill & Ms. A. O’Keeffe
RACEDAYINTEGRITYOFFICERSTEAM
No
TRACKFACTS ANDOTHERRACINGINFORMATION
ABOUTTODAY’SRACES
TRACKINFORMATION
A right handed horseshoe-shaped track of 2 miles with no sharp bends and a run-in of 3 furlongs. This combined with a steady uphill finish makes it ideal for the galloping type The 5 and 6 furlongs contests are run on the straight course
TOPCOURSETRAINERS
LEADINGTRAINERSATCURRAGH(2021-2026)WITHRUNNERS:
A O’BRIEN (160 wins from 746 runners, 21%) runs NEW YORKER & CONFUCIUS (1.22), CAMEO & MOMENTS OF JOY (3 07), PENDULUM, SCIENTIFIC & CANARY ISLAND (4.52). J P O’BRIEN (82 wins from 781 runners, 10%) runs CHABLIS ROCK (2.32), PRINCESS CHILD & CELESTIAL ORBIT (3.07), KIBRIS (3.42), STARFORD, GLEN TO GLEN, COMFORT ZONE & COWARDOFTHECOUNTY (4.17), ATOMIC CITY & CHAMONIX (4.52), A PIECE OF HEAVEN & EMIT (5.27).
G M LYONS (45 wins from 331 runners, 14%) runs FAIYUM (3.07), DIEGO EL QUESO (3.42).
TRAINERSINFORM
MOSTWINSINTHELAST14DAYS:
A O’BRIEN (5 wins from 13 runners, 38%) runners listed above A SLATTERY (4 wins from 21 runners, 19%) runs STAYSOUND SUSIE & BINT MAJESTIC ROI (1.57), NATHEMA (2.32), HIGHBURY SEE SEE (3.42), EASTWATCH (4.17).
G CROMWELL (4 wins from 28 runners, 14%) runs FIVER FRIDAY (4.17).
TOPCOURSEJOCKEYS
LEADINGJOCKEYSATCURRAGH(2021-2026)WITHRIDES:
RYAN MOORE (112 wins from 348 rides, 32%) rides NEW YORKER (1.22), MOMENTS OF JOY (3.07), PENDULUM (4.52), EMIT (5.27).
COLIN KEANE (78 wins from 583 rides, 13%) rides LIKEDBYMIKE (1.57), TOTALLY PUZZLED (2.32), FAIYUM (3.07), DIEGO EL QUESO (3.42), AKECHETA (4.17), GALILEO NOIR (4.52), LAYFAYETTE (5.27). BILLY LEE (59 wins from 510 rides, 12%) rides MISTRESS OF TYRONE (2.32), CATALINA DELCARPIO (3.07), QUATRE BRAS (3.42), IMMUTABLE (4.17).
JOCKEYSINFORM
MOSTWINSINTHELAST14DAYS:
RYAN MOORE (5 wins from 9 rides, 56%) rides listed above CHRIS HAYES (4 wins from 22 rides, 18%) rides TAI TAM BAY (1.57), ENGINES ON (3.42), COEUR D’OR (4.17), GLYFADA (4.52), FALCON EIGHT (5.27).
ANDY SLATTERY (3 wins from 13 rides, 23%) rides BINT MAJESTIC ROI (1.57), NATHEMA (2.32), HIGHBURY SEE SEE (3.42), EASTWATCH (4.17).
CLASSYTIPS
The following horse is running today in a race at least two grades lower than their previous race: 3.07 MOMENTS OF JOY (down 2 grades). FANCYTHAT
AIDAN O’BRIEN won the 3.07 race in 2022 and 2024.
The stable is represented by Cameo and Moments Of Joy in the race today.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 1st April.
HOWTOREAD YOURRACECARD
10 SEARCHFORASONG(24)
SEARCHFORASONG
Br Ch f Galileo - Polished Gem
3 8 11 (123) (8)
1241 F B Moyglare Stud Farm Ltd Chris Hayes J O Moyglare Stud Farm D K Weld T
Lightly-raced filly who is fast developing into a quality performer, and she backed up her commendable Irish Oaks fourth by outclassing her Galtres Stakes rivals at York. Very interesting. Winning Range Gd-GF Star Rating 3 Search For A Song 2 flat wins
A 2 flat
€51,499.70— Handicap Rating 105
€51,499.70— 105 Oisin 8.12 won 1 3/4L hd from Vivionn 8.12 and Spirit of Appin 9.7 AUG 10rn Listed
C.D. Hayes 9.0 4 4th to Star Catcher 9.0 here 20
9.0 C.D. 9.0 to Trethias 9.0
Oisin Murphy 8.12 won 1 3/4L hd from Vivionn (GB) 8.12 and Spirit of Appin (GB) 9.7 YORK 22 AUG 10rn Listed 1m 3f
Gd
30.3sec 14/1 C.D Hayes 9.0 1/2L 4 1/2L 3/4L 4th to Star Catcher (GB) 9.0 here 20 JUL 8rn Group 1 1m 4f Gd 2/1Fav C.D Hayes 9.0 2 3/4L 2nd to Trethias (GB) 9.0 NAAS 26 JUN 9rn Listed 1m 2f
The Handicapper allots ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicapper to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions. A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring penalties and allowances).
The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in non-handicapped races the rating shown is that each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed. Any subsequently published change rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating.
Schedule Easter Raceday
12pm
1pm-3pm
1pm-4pm 1pm-4pm 1.22pm 1.30pm
2pm-3.30pm
Gates Open
Meet & Greet Characters
Entrance
Kids Zone Activities
Treasure Hunt & Imagination Station
Face Painting
Kids Zone
First Race
Racecard Preview with Robbie Irwin
Champions Hall
Nore Valley Petting Farm
Behind Shoda Café
2pm-4pm
Music Between Races
Champions Hall & Lilywhites
4.10pm
Center Parcs Voucher Draw
Champions Hall
5.27pm Last Race st
RACE DAY DINING
From Elegant Experiences to Casual Favourites
Enhance your raceday at the Curragh with a range of dining experiences to suit every occasion - from elegant restaurants and private hospitality to relaxed cafés and family-friendly favourites throughout the day.
ST. LEGER RESTAURANT
THIRD FLOOR
Enjoy one of the Curragh’s most popular raceday dining experiences. Guests can savour a delicious three-course buffet lunch across selected race days, whilst Classic race meetings feature an elegant four-course à la carte menu.
Pre-booking is essential.
CHAMPAGNE BAR
FIRST FLOOR
Perfect for a stylish raceday treat, the Champagne Bar welcomes walk-ins and offers everything from elegant afternoon tea to creative street-food flights.
PRIVATE SUITES
SECOND & THIRD FLOOR
Celebrate in style with a private raceday experience tailored for your occasion. Choose from a relaxed street-food menu, a three-course buffet lunch, or a refined four-course à la carte menu, all delivered with exceptional service and spectacular racingviews.
Pre-booking is essential.
ORBY’S BY LUCY
MAIN ENTRANCE
A raceday favourite for breakfast, brunch or lunch, serving everything from light bites to hearty dishes with wonderful views of the Parade Ring
THE SERVERY
GROUND FLOOR CHAMPIONS HALL
Hearty, great-value meals for the whole family, with classic favourites and dedicated kids’ options - perfect for a relaxed bite during the day.
LILYWHITES LOUNGE
SECOND FLOOR
SHODA CAFÉ
GROUND FLOOR OF THE QUEENS ROOM
Take in one of the best views of the track while enjoying a traditional Ploughman’s Plate or a selection of freshly prepared chef’s sandwiches.
Enjoy the famous Queen’s View overlooking the Parade Ring while relaxing with tea, coffee, toasties and sweet treats.
ATRIUM CAFÉ
GROUND FLOOR CHAMPIONS HALL
Freshly prepared sandwiches, cakes, and a selection of tea, coffee and soft drinksideal for a quick and tasty stop between races. Proudly serving award winning Velo Coffee.
A bright, alert expression & pricked ears are a good sign
Blinkers and visors keep a horse focused, often a negative because the horse is otherwise not concentrating on the race
Around The PaddockA Simple Guide
A fit horse is easy to see, very lean & tight
Look at the length between the saddle and the hindquarters: the longer the back, usually the further the horse will stay (10f+/ 1¼miles+)
A good walk: the hindleg gets well underneath, the hips dip & sway like a super model, the tail base will show the hip movement
Class! Hard to define, but you will recognise the confidence & intelligence of a Group 1 horse when you see it. They will often look you in the eye
A short-coupled horse, rounder & plumper, is usually a better sprinter (5f/6f/7f)
IRISH STALLION FARMS
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.
FIRST RACE 1.22P.M.
THE CURRAGH ON COURSE BOOKMAKERS SUPPORTING FREE ADMISSION IRISH EBF MAIDEN OF €30,000
(Goffs €50,000 Bonus Series Race) Stalls centre of course Value to winner: €17670; Second: €6000; Third: €3000; Fourth: €1500; Fifth: €900; Sixth: €600. (For Race Conditions see page 42)
Br Breeding B Breeder O Owner F Form J Jockey T Trainer
Br Br c No Nay Never (USA) - Millisle (Starspangledbanner (AUS))
B Stonethorn Stud Farms Ltd
O Westerberg,Magnier,Tabor,Smith,Brant
Half-brother to Alfareqa, won at 7f Out of a Cheveley Park winner and bought for a whopping 1,700,000 guineas as a yearling. Commands respect. Star Rating HHHH
B c Blackbeard - Bright And Sunny (Galileo)
Castlehyde Stud & Barronstown Stud
Dam unraced. Price rose from 45,000 euros as a foal to 70,000 euros less than a year later and he has to come into the conversation. Star Rating HHHH
B c Soldier’s Call (GB) - Amber Dawn (Buratino)
Dam unraced. Finished 8l behind Ruler’s Control when fourth of 7 at 16-1 on his racecourse debut over this course and distance (heavy) last month. Star Rating HHH
Br B c Perfect Power - Rogue Missile (GB) (Dandy Man)
B Rogues Gallery Racing
Giselle De Aguiar & AMO Racing Limited
Dam won twice at 6f 105,000gns son of first-season sire Perfect Power who is bred to hit the ground running. Star Rating HHH
Br B Br c No Nay Never (USA) - Fairyland (Kodiac (GB))
B Orpendale/Chelston/Wynatt Ryan Moore J O Mrs. John Magnier & Michael Tabor & Derrick Smith A P O’Brien
Dam won five times at 5f and 6f including two Group 1 races. Pedigree is all about speed and he is sure to attract plenty of attention ahead of this introduction. Star Rating HHHHH
Br Br c Soldier’s Call (GB) - Royal Highness (Dream Ahead (USA))
B Rathbride Farm Jamie Powell J O Dan Kiely Eddie & Patrick Harty T
Full brother to Toy Soldier, won twice at 7f Likely to make up into a speedy juvenile but this is going to be a hot maiden. Star Rating HH
Br B c Soldier’s Call (GB) - Alicia Darcy (Sir Prancealot)
Mr Thomas Foley Ben Coen
Mullion
Full brother to World Of Darcy, won five times at 5f and 6f Looks like he’ll be an early type and he is worth a second glance Star Rating HHH
Br Br c Invincible Army - Faithful Duchess (Bachelor Duke (USA))
Mr Darren Curley
Mrs M D O’Callaghan
Half-brother to Catch Cunningham, won three times at 5f Another who is bred for speed but others make more appeal this afternoon. Star Rating HH
B f Equiano (FR) - Capsaicin (Invincible Spirit)
B Irish National Stud Adam Grant (7)
O A M Kidd John C McConnell
Half-sister to Kendaya, won at 6f Probably best watched in a race as hotly contested as this is expected to be Star Rating HH
Probable Starting Prices - 6/4 Confucius, 4/1 Edward Thatch, New Yorker (USA), 8/1 New Mexico (GB), 12/1 Two Brigade, 14/1 Santorini Storm, 16/1 Lars Soldier, 25/1 Santo Parvenue, Fiery Anne 2025 - 1st Miami Destination 2nd Oh Cecelia 3rd Noodles (GB) (1 min. 5.6 sec.)
CURRAGH COMMENT
The two Ballydoyle colts, both by No Nay Never, are out of Group 1-winning two-year-olds who landed the Cheveley Park Stakes. Ryan Moore rides NEW YORKER so he looks the stable first choice His dam Fairyland was also a top-level winner at three in the Flying Five Stakes. Confucius is a half-brother to Alfareqa, a Doncaster maiden winner last year Amo Racing have two runners too and Edward Thatch looks to be the first string. The Blackbeard colt was a 70,000-euro purchase as a yearling and is from a good Coolmore family His unraced dam is out of Group 3 winner Beauty Bright. WIN: NEW YORKER
DANGER: Edward Thatch
RACESPONSOR
A representative of The Curragh On Course Bookmakers will present a trophy to the winning owner. The Curragh Racecourse will present €200 to the groom in charge of the horse judged to be best turned out. The Curragh will also present €100 to the groom in charge of the winning horse.
Package includes admission, racecard, reserved parking d 3 rac
course buffet lunch in the beautiful St. Leger Restaurant.
SECOND
1.57P.M.
Stalls centre of course Handicaps calculated 30th March. Value to winner: €29450; Second: €10000; Third: €5000; Fourth: €2500; Fifth: €1500; Sixth: €1000. (For Race Conditions see page 42)
Br B f Ten Sovereigns - Anne Of Kiev (Oasis Dream (GB))
B Lynn Lodge Stud Ben Coen J O Mrs Orla Murtagh J P Murtagh T
A winner at 7f on good to firm ground. Third of 4 behind Mojave River beaten 3 1/2l at 2-1 on her latest outing at Cork over 1m (good) in July last
Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with Mrs J Harrington. Star Rating HHH
Nancy J 1 flat win €14,750.00 Handicap Rating 88 2/1 HR90 Shane Foley 9.5 (CP) 1/2L 2 3/4L 3rd to Mojave River (FR) 9.5 CK 25 JUL 25 4rn 1m Gd Shane Foley 8.12 (CP) 6L 8th of 25 to Never Let Go (GB) 8.10 ASCOT 20 JUN 25 hcp (0-105)1m Gd /Frm 20/1 HR95 Shane Foley 8.13 (CP) 5L 5th of 11 to Green Triangle 9.4 GOW 2 JUN 25 1m 1f 120yds Gd
2 SARAHMAE (19)
Br B f Magna Grecia - Emirates Joy (USA) (Street Cry) 18046-8 F B Lynch Bages,Edgeridge Ltd& Glenvale Stud J M Sheridan J O Mary B Hogan & Michael M O’Brien Denis Gerard Hogan T
She has won three times at 5f on ground varying from good to yielding - soft. Beaten 20l behind Dmaniac at 22-1 when eighth of 9 on her latest outing over this course and distance (heavy) last month. Star Rating HH
Sarahmae 3 flat wins €35,105.00 C Handicap Rating 85 22/1 HR86 J.M. Sheridan 9.2 19L 8th of 9 to Dmaniac (GB) 8.10 here 15 MAR Ext hcp 6f Hvy 8/1 HR87 J.M. Sheridan 9.9 5 3/4L 6th of 10 to Unique Journey 9.11 here 16 OCT 25 Ext hcp 6f Yld/Sft 13/2 HR87 J.M. Sheridan
A winner at 7f on heavy ground. Well beaten at 4-1fav behind Independent Expert when 11th of 12 on her latest outing at Naas over 7f (soft) last month. She is wearing cheekpieces for the first time Star Rating HHH
4
She has won three times from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good - yielding to heavy Third of 14 behind Bodhi Bear beaten 1 3/4l at 9-1 on her latest outing here over 5f (soft - heavy) last month. Star Rating HHHHH
10/1 HR83 Jimmy Dalton 8.6 (CP) 7 3/4L 5th of 9 to Dmaniac (GB) 8.10 here 15 MAR
hcp 6f Hvy 6/1 HR75 Jimmy Dalton 8.4 (CP) won 1 1/4L 3/4L from Asdana 8.7 and Airspeed 9.7
Ch f Profitable - Abstain (GB) (Araafa)
F B Mrs P O’Rourke Ronan Whelan J O Dooley Thoroughbreds & J Fairhurst & Deepak Dhand Adrian McGuinness T
She has won three times from 6f to 1m on ground varying from good - yielding to yielding - soft. Beaten 7l behind Little Empire at 16-1 when 9th of 11 on her latest outing at Dundalk over 7f in November last year Star Rating HH
A winner at 5f on good - yielding ground. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Staysound Susie at 11-1 when seventh of 14 on her latest outing here over 5f (heavy) in November last year Star Rating HHH
7 RION RUBETTE (GB) (171)
Br B f New Bay (GB) - Citronella (GB) (New Approach)
F B Citronella Partnership Paddy Harnett (5) J O Bredwinner Syndicate Michael Butler T
A winner at 7f on good ground. Beaten 10l behind Aviatrice at 25-1 when seventh of 9 on her latest outing at Dundalk over 7f in October last year Star Rating HH
Wayne Hassett 8.12 10L 7th of 8fn, 9rn to Aviatrice 8.13 DUN 14
Br B f Wootton Bassett (GB) - Learza (High Chaparral)
F B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited Gavin Ryan J O Orr, Medallion, Hoffman & Weston Donnacha Aidan O’Brien T
Won on her latest outing when 5-4fav at Naas over 6f (yielding) in October last year, beating Institute by 1 3/4l. Star Rating HHHH
Josh’s Joy 1 flat
2/1Fav Gavin Ryan 9.2 3L 1/2L 3rd to Black Caviar Gold 9.3 CK 10 SEP 25 9rn mdn 7f Sft 9/2 Gavin
Br Ch f Cotai Glory (GB) - Hamster Jam (Dutch Art (GB)) (CPiece) 242310- F B Kangyu International Racing Ltd Wayne Lordan J O Back Nine Bandits Partnership M C Grassick T Glory To Be 1 flat win €7,080.00 Handicap Rating 71 16/1 HR74 J. Cleary 8.8 (BK) 5 1/2L 10th of 14 to Staysound Susie 8.4
A winner at 5f on soft ground. Beaten 6l behind Staysound Susie at 16-1 when 10th of 14 on her latest outing here over 5f (heavy) in November last year Star Rating HH
9/4 HR70 Wayne Lordan 9.3 (BK) won s/hd 1 1/4L from Lunigiana 9.3 and Astute Power 9.8
10/1 HR68 Wayne Lordan 9.3 (BK) hd 3/4L 3rd to Chester Nimitz 9.8
A winner at 5f on good ground. Beaten 1 1/4l by Staysound Susie when second of 14 at 40-1 on her latest outing here over 5f (heavy) in November last year Star Rating HHHH
10/1 HR69 Keithen Kennedy 9.13 (V) 8L 14th of 16 to Mary Shoelaces 9.4 here 16 OCT 25 hcp 5f Yld/Sft 18/1 HR69 Sam Coen 9.5 (V) 4 3/4L 10th of 18 to Ze Do Asfalto 10.0 FAIR 22
11 AURORA NOVA (169) 7 8 9 (121)
She has won four times from 5f to 6f on good ground. Beaten 5l behind Mary Shoelaces at 18-1 when 9th of 16 on her latest outing here over 5f (yielding - soft) in October last year Star Rating HH
9/2 HR73 Nicola Burns 9.0 3 3/4L 6th of 10 to
Successful twice at 5f on good and soft ground. Won on her latest outing when 9-2jt-fav at Naas over 5f (soft) last month, beating Shadow Run by 1/2l. Star Rating HHHH
A winner at 1m on the all-weather Finished 2 1/2l behind Moyassr when fifth of 14 at 14-1 on her latest outing at Dundalk over 1m in January Runs from 3lb out of the handicap Star Rating HH
Yet to place in three starts. Beaten 6l behind Silk Braid at 33-1 when seventh of 12 on her latest outing over this course and distance (yielding - soft) in October last year Runs from 5lb out of the handicap Star Rating HH
A winner at 6f on good ground. Beaten 5l behind Go Vince Go at 25-1 when 9th of 11 on her latest outing at York over 5f (good) in October last year Runs from 5lb out of the handicap She is wearing a hood for the first time Having her first run for a new stable Star Rating HH
Bishop 9.2 won 1 1/2L 1 1/4L from Wren Runner (GB) 9.2 and Denby’s Dream (GB) 9.2
16 TAI TAM BAY (12)
Br B f New Bay (GB) - Perfect Haven (GB) (Singspiel) 443-425 F B Littlejohn Bloodstock Ltd Chris Hayes J O Dan Kiely & Leonard Kinsella & Jennifer Coyle Eddie & Patrick Harty T
A winner at 6f on yielding ground, but that win was over two years ago Finished 2 3/4l behind Noble Nation when fifth of 15 at 5-1 on her latest outing at Naas over 6f (soft) last month. Runs from 5lb out of the handicap Star Rating HH
Tai Tam Bay 1 flat win €7,080.00 Handicap Rating 62 5/1 HR62 Jamie Powell 9.6 (BK) 2 3/4L 5th of 15 to Noble Nation 9.10 NAAS 22 MAR Ext hcp 5f 205yds Sft
9/4Fav HR60 Jessica O’Gorman 8.4 (BK) nk 2nd to Smoke Them Out 9.5 here 15 MAR 12rn Ext hcp 6f Hvy 7/2 HR61 Jessica O’Gorman 8.6 (BK) 3/4L 3/4L 1 1/4L 4th to Dontspoilasale 9.4
CPiece worn by No 3, No 5, No 9. Hood worn by No 12, No 14, No 15. Visor worn by No 10 Long Handicap - Bint Majestic Roi 8-04(116), Goofy Gander 8-02(114), Reimagined 8-02(114), Tai Tam Bay 8-02(114)
Probable Starting Prices - 4/1 Oh Cecelia, 9/2 Staysound Susie, 5/1 Asdana, 13/2 Josh’s Joy, 12/1 Bint Majestic Roi, 14/1 Likedbymike, Aurora Nova, 16/1 Nancy J, Varshini, Glory To Be, Tai Tam Bay, 20/1 Rion Rubette (GB), 25/1 Sarahmae, Gloriously Glam, Goofy Gander, Reimagined No corresponding race
CURRAGH COMMENT
Andy Slattery has his string in fine form and STAYSOUND SUSIE may be able to give him another winner The U S Navy Flag filly has already had a couple of outings this year and stayed on well over 5f here last weekend when third to Bodhi Bear Going back up in trip should suit. Oh Cecelia was a winner at Naas 12 days ago and bids to defy a 7lb rise There may be scope for a bit more from the Starspangledbanner filly, particularly up in trip Josh’s Joy ended last season on a winning note and is another to consider on her return to action.
WIN: STAYSOUND
SUSIE
RACESPONSOR
DANGER: Oh Cecelia
A representative of 1xBet will present a trophy to the winning owner. The Curragh Racecourse and 1xBet will present €200 to the groom in charge of the horse judged to be best turned out. The Curragh will also present €100 to the groom in charge of the winning horse
There is plenty of family entertainment throughout the enclosures today, including the Moyglare Kidzone as well as food and beverage outlets.
Live music takes place between racing in both Champions Hall and Lilywhites Lounge.
FuellingChampions FuellingChampions
THIRD RACE 2.32P.M.
THE IRISH STALLION FARMS
AUCTION FILLIES MAIDEN (SMULLEN SERIES) OF €30,000
Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €17670; Second: €6000; Third: €3000; Fourth: €1500; Fifth: €900; Sixth: €600. (For Race Conditions see page 42)
Br B f Australia (GB) - Kalsara (GB) (Muhaarar (GB)) (CPiece)
B La Fabbrica Delle Candele Sas Shane Foley J O Sheikh Hamed Dalmook Al Maktoum Mrs
Beaten 20l behind Amelia Earhart at 10-1 when seventh of 10 on her racecourse debut at Leopardstown over 1m (yielding) in October last year She is wearing cheekpieces for the first time Star Rating HH
Br f Arizona - Bequia (Helmet (AUS))
B Miss Maria Brew
Unplaced in both starts. Well beaten at 250-1 behind Minerva when last of 13 on her latest outing at Leopardstown over 7f (yielding) in October last year Star Rating H
Placed once in two starts. Third of 11 behind Marjorie Daw beaten 4l at 22-1 on her latest outing at Gowran Park over 1m (heavy) in October last year Star Rating HHHHH
Br Ch f Churchill - Danehill’s Dream (Danehill (USA))
B Llang Bloodstock Ben Coen
O Mrs M V Magnier & Mrs Paul Shanahan & S E Sangster J P Murtagh T
Beaten 7l by Amelia Earhart when second of 10 at 25-1 on her racecourse debut at Leopardstown over 1m (yielding) in October last year Star Rating HHHH
Chasing Paradise
25/1 Seamie Heffernan 9.2 7L
Br B f Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Affirmative (GB) (Pivotal (GB))
Half-sister to Listed winners Earl Of Tyrone and Countess Of Tyrone Saxon Warrior filly who looks the part on paper and is worthy of a place on the shortlist. Star Rating HHHH
B f Space Blues - Music And Dance (GB) (Galileo) (Hood)
Alkas
Unplaced in both starts. Well beaten at 150-1 behind Apiary when last of 9 at Dundalk over 7f last month. Also scheduled to appear there on Wednesday night. Star Rating H
Beaten 13l behind Marjorie Daw at 33-1 when eighth of 11 on her racecourse debut at Gowran Park over 1m (heavy) in October last year Star Rating HH
Br B f Ten Sovereigns - Week End (GB) (Selkirk (USA))
Lynch Bages Ltd & Edge Ridge Ltd
T&M Partnership
Half-sister to Absolutely So, won five times at 6f and 7f including a Group 3 race By Ten Sovereigns so this looks far enough for her on paper Star Rating HH
Br B f Mogul (GB) - Sofi’s Spirit (Captain Marvelous)
B Sherbourne Lodge
Half-sister to Bazball, won twice at 5f and 6f Beaten 16l behind Drop Dead Gorgeous at 66-1 when 9th of 10 on her racecourse debut at Naas over 1m (soft) last month. Star Rating H
Br B f Ulysses - In The Present (USA) (Karakontie (JPN))
Dam won at 7f From the extended family of Kris Kin but she makes only limited appeal on debut. Star Rating HH
Br B f Sea The Moon (GER) - Chabelle (GB) (Shirocco (GER)) 6-
B Loughtown Stud Colin Keane J O C Acheson Henry de Bromhead T
Half-sister to In Front, won eight times between 1m 2f and 1m 6f Finished 5l behind Sugar Goodson when sixth of 13 at 10-1 on her racecourse debut at Navan over 1m (yielding) in October last year. Star Rating HHH
CPiece worn by No. 1. Hood worn by No. 6.
Probable Starting Prices - 13/8 Chasing Paradise, 9/4 Chablis Rock, 3/1 Mistress Of Tyrone, 8/1 Totally Puzzled, 20/1 Aravalli, 25/1 Premier Princess, 33/1 Nathema (GB), Stellar Moment, 50/1 Sofi’s Gift, 100/1 Music And Song, 150/1 Arizona Star 2025 - 1st J M’s Joy 2nd Adrienne 3rd Sound Of Lightning (GB) (2 min. 14.7 sec.)
CURRAGH COMMENT
CHABLIS ROCK stepped forward on her second outing last season and there may be more to come from her this term. The Sioux Nation filly was third behind Marjorie Daw in testing conditions at Gowran in October and this looks like a nice starting point for the Irish Oaks entry Chasing Paradise chased home the impressive Amelia Earhart on her sole outing last season and that form looks solid as the winner was fourth in Group 3 company previously Paddy Twomey’s charge Mistress Of Tyrone is a newcomer to note She is a half-sister to Listed winners Earl Of Tyrone and Countess Of Tyrone WIN: CHABLIS ROCK DANGER: Chasing Paradise
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OVERVIEW
The Park Express Stakes is an important race in the calendar. First held in 2003 as a Listed race, it was upgraded to Group 3 status in 2006, reflecting its rising quality and competitiveness.
Contested over one mile on turf, the race is open to fillies and mares aged three years and older Its early position in the calendar makes it notable as one of the first Group races of the Irish turf season, often serving as a starting point for top-class runners.
Named after Park Express, a high-class filly and influential broodmare, the race carries strong historical significance. Despite its short history, it has produced notable winners and become a key stepping stone toward major races later in the season.
LAST YEAR’S WINNER
Run over one mile on good ground, the Group 3 contest attracted a competitive field of nine fillies and mares.
The race was won by One Look, a fouryear-old filly trained by Paddy Twomey and ridden by Billy Lee. Producing a strong performance, she defeated her rivals in a time of 1 minute 37.7 seconds, confirming her class at Group level and marking herself as a filly to follow for the remainder of the season.
Behind the winner, Ecstatic finished second, with Naomi Lapaglia taking third, in a race that was run at a solid pace throughout.
THIS YEAR’S PREVIEW
Nine of the last 12 winners have been aged 3 or 4
Three of the last 12 winners won on their previous start
2 of the last 12 winners were favourites
G M Lyons’ Faiyum will be garnering plenty of attention in the market. The four-year-old was a massive seven-length winner in a Group 3 at Gowran Park when last seen in September Colin Keane will be in the saddle once again today and if they can recreate that form, this daughter of Frankel will take some beating. Aidan O’Brien has a top pair in this race though. Moments Of Joy looks like the first string with Ryan Moore in the saddle though the Justify filly is winless since scoring on debut in June Stablemate Cameo won a strong maiden here in October and could be of interest. She’s A Nation won over this course and distance back in June and is also one to note
2025 winner: One Look
FOURTH RACE 3.07P.M.
THE IRISH STALLION FARMS EBF
PARK EXPRESS STAKES OF €100,000 (GROUP 3)
Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €58900; Second: €20000; Third: €10000; Fourth: €5000; Fifth: €3000; Sixth: €2000. (For Race Conditions see page 42)
Br Breeding B Breeder O Owner F Form J Jockey T Trainer
Br B f Frankel (GB) - Quail (GB) (Pivotal (GB))
B Juddmonte Farms (East) Ltd
O Juddmonte
Faiyum (GB) 3 flat wins €57,820.00 D Handicap Rating 111
5/6Fav HR99 Colin Keane 9.2 won 7L 3L from Higher Leaves 9.7 and
10/11Fav Colin Keane 9.2 1 1/4L 2nd to Barnavara 9.2 NAAS 25 JUN 25 9rn
beating Higher Leaves by 7l. Star Rating HHHHH
30/100Fav Colin Keane 9.6 won 2 1/2L 4L from De Novo (GB) 9.2 and Iowa City (FR) 9.6
Br B f Dariyan (FR) - Princesse Li (GB) (Dawn Approach)
B Mme Lisa Lemiere Dubois
Winner of five races from 6f to 1m on ground varying from good to heavy Beaten 6l behind Big Gossey at 10-1 when seventh of 10 on her latest outing here over 7f (soft - heavy) last month. Star Rating HHHH
Princess Child (FR) 5 flat wins €157,300.00 D Handicap Rating 105 10/1 HR106 Chris Hayes 9.7 (TS) 6L 7th of 10 to Big Gossey 9.9 here 28
Listed 7f Sft/Hvy Dylan Browne McMonagle 8.13 (TS) s/hd 2L nk 4th to Ridari (FR) 8.13 PARISLONGCHAMP 4 OCT
Br B f Cloth Of Stars - Bambara (GB) (High Chaparral) 6936-15- F B M Rashit Shaykhutdinov Ben Coen J O Australian Bloodstock J P Murtagh T
She has won three times from 1m to 1m 4f on good and heavy ground. Finished 6l behind Magical Hope when fifth of 10 at 11-10fav on her latest outing in the Group 3 Darley Munster Oaks Stakes at Cork over 1m 4f (good - yielding) in June last year Having her first run for a new stable today Star Rating HHH
Bubble Gum (FR) 3 flat wins €57,000.00 D Handicap Rating 103 11/10Fav HR103 Billy Lee 9.9 5 3/4L 5th of 10 to Magical Hope (GB) 9.9
7/4Fav Billy Lee 9.2 won 1 1/2L nk from Ameerat Jumaira (GB) 9.2 and Goodie Two Shoes 9.2 CK 6
Cristian Demuro 8.10 (H) 8 1/2L 6th of 9 to Fast Tracker (GB) 9.0 CHANTILLY 12
Br B f Mehmas - Penelopa (GB) (Giant’s Causeway (USA)) (Visor) 20700-1 F B Ickworth Stud David Egan J O AMO Racing Limited & Giselle De Aguiar Robson De Aguiar T
Successful twice at 1m on the all-weather Won on her latest outing when 7-4fav at Dundalk over 1m last month, beating Instant Appeal by 2 1/4l. She is wearing a visor for the first time. Star Rating HHHH
California Dreamer (GB) 2 flat wins €18,274.00 D Handicap Rating 104
7/4Fav HR104 Rowan Scott 9.0 won 2 1/4L nk from Instant Appeal (GB) 9.2 and Tokenomics (FR) 9.5 DUN 6 MAR 6rn 1m Std 1min 40.4sec 50/1 HR110 Chris Hayes 9.2 32L last of 11 to Fallen Angel (GB) 9.7 LEP 13 SEP 25 Group 1 1m Gd/Yld 12/1 HR110 Seamie Heffernan 9.4 6L 10th of 12 to Sky Majesty 9.4 NAAS 24 AUG 25 Group 3 5f 205yds Gd
Br B f Lope de Vega - Queen Guenevere (Camelot (GB)) 123- F B Ballylinch Stud & Ecurie Des Charmes Billy Lee J O Lordship Stud P Twomey T
A winner at 1m 2f on good ground. Third of 11 behind Garden Of Eden beaten 4l at 2-1fav on her latest outing in the Group 2 Ribblesdale Stakes at Ascot over 1m 4f (good to firm) in June last year Star Rating HHHH
W. J. Lee 9.2 3 1/4L 1/2L 3rd to Garden of Eden 9.2 ASCOT 19 JUN 25 11rn
2/1 Billy
9.2 2
2nd to
Successful twice at 7f on good ground. Beaten 2 1/2l by Moon Cloud when second of 18 at 33-1 on her latest outing at Saint-Cloud over 1m (soft) in November last year Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with Ollie Sangster Star Rating HHH
A winner at 1m on good ground. Third of 14 behind Faiyum beaten 10l at 12-1 on her latest outing in the Group 3 Lavarack & Lanwades Stud Fillies Stakes at Gowran Park over 1m 1f (heavy) in September last year Star Rating HHH
A winner at 7f on the all-weather Finished 4l behind California Dreamer when fifth of 6 at 10-1 on her latest outing at Dundalk over 1m last month. Star Rating HH
Spicy Margarita 1 flat
€7,080.00 Handicap Rating 95
10/1 HR97 Donagh O’Connor 9.1 4L 5th of 6 to California Dreamer (GB) 9.0 DUN 6 MAR 1m Std 50/1 HR97 David Egan 9.1 58L 15th of 16 to Fleur De Chine (GB) 9.7 NAAS 12 OCT 25 Listed 1m 4f Yld 250/1 HR91 David Egan 9.2 7L 5th of 10fn, 11rn to Barnavara 9.2 here 14 SEP 25 Group 2 1m 2f
9 CAMEO (164)
Br B f Wootton Bassett (GB) - Zagitova (Galileo) 0314- F B Coolmore Wayne Lordan J O M Tabor,D Smith,Mrs J Magnier,Westerberg
A winner at 7f on soft - heavy ground. Finished 10l behind Sugar Island when fourth of 8 at 2-1fav on her latest outing over this course and distance (heavy) in October last year Star Rating HH
Cameo 1 flat win €11,800.00 C Handicap Rating 86 2/1Fav J. Cleary 9.2 2 3/4L 4 3/4L 2 3/4L 4th to Sugar Island 9.2 here 21 OCT 25 8rn Group 3 1m Hvy 5/4Fav Wayne Lordan 9.2 won 2 1/4L 1 1/2L from Together Now (USA) 8.11 and Sinmara (GB) 9.2 here 4 OCT 25 13rn
8/1 J. Cleary 8.11 1/2L 1/2L 3rd to La Fogata 9.2 PUN 16 SEP 25 9rn mdn 1m 30yds Gd/Yld
10 MOMENTS
OF JOY (USA) (175)
(1) Br Ch f Justify (USA) - Shell House (Galileo) 1325- F B Orpendale/Chelston/Wynatt Ryan Moore J O Mrs John Magnier & Michael Tabor & Derrick Smith A P O’Brien T
A winner at 7f on good ground. Finished 7l behind Precise when fifth of 10 at 16-1 on her latest outing in the Group 1 bet365 Fillies’ Mile at Newmarket over 1m (good) in October last year Star Rating HHH
Moments Of Joy (USA) 1 flat win €11,800.00 Handicap Rating 101 Tom Marquand 9.2 7L 5th of 10 to Precise 9.2 NEWMARKET 10 OCT 25 Group 1 1m Gd 9/2 Ronan Whelan 9.2 2 1/4L 2nd to Queen Of Hawaii 9.2 here 30 AUG 25 6rn Group 3 1m Gd Ryan Moore 9.0 1L 1 1/4L 3rd to Humidity (GB) 9.5 ASCOT 21 JUN 25 9rn Listed 7f Gd /Frm
TStrap worn by No 2. Visor worn by No 4.
Probable Starting Prices - 15/8 Faiyum (GB), 11/2 California Dreamer (GB), Catalina Delcarpio, 13/2 Moments Of Joy (USA), 8/1 Princess Child (FR), 10/1 Bubble Gum (FR), 12/1 Celestial Orbit (GB), 16/1 She’s A Nation, 20/1 Spicy Margarita, 50/1 Cameo 2025 - 1st One Look 2nd Ecstatic (JPN) 3rd Naomi Lapaglia (GB) (1 min. 37.7 sec.)
CURRAGH COMMENT
FAIYUM can make a winning return. The classy daughter of Frankel ended last season on an impressive note when powering clear in a Group 3 event at Gowran to score by a wide margin. She handles cut in the ground and is up to giving weight away to most of her rivals. The other horse in the field with a penalty is Princess Child. She weakened late on when seventh behind Big Gossey in the Gladness here last Saturday, but may improve a bit from that outing. California Dreamer was a cosy winner at Dundalk on her return and could play a big part. The unexposed Catalina Delcarpio is another to consider in a competitive contest.
WIN: FAIYUM
RACESPONSOR
DANGER: Princess Child
A representative of the IEBF will present a trophy to the winning owner. The Curragh Racecourse and IEBF will present €200 to the groom in charge of the horse judged to be best turned out. The Curragh will also present €100 to the groom in charge of each runner in the race
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MILE HANDICAP OF €50,000
Starting from stalls. Handicaps calculated 30th March. Value to winner: €29450; Second: €10000; Third: €5000; Fourth: €2500; Fifth: €1500; Sixth: €1000. (For Race Conditions see page 42)
Has won eight races from 1m to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to soft and on the all-weather Finished 5l behind My Fancy when fifth of 10 at 11-4 on his
outing at Deauville over 1m 1f in August last year Having his first run for a new stable today Star Rating HH
Dar Toungi (FR) 8 flat wins €138,500.00 D Handicap Rating 99
C. Soumillon 9.3 5 3/4L 5th of 10 to My Fancy (FR) 8.13 DEAUVILLE 12 AUG 25 1m 1f
A. Crastus 9.4 4L s/hd 2 1/2L 4th to Cambronne (FR) 9.7 MARSEILLE PONT DE VIVA 21 JUN 25 7rn 1m 2f Std
Stephane Pasquier 9.0 7 1/4L 6th of 8 to Bevan (FR) 9.0 TOULOUSE 20 APR 25 Listed 1m 2f Hvy
2 DOS MUKASAN (FR) (152)
Br Ch g Golden Horde - Dalkeya (FR) (Exceed And Excel (AUS))
F B S A S Sumbe Ben
O Purosangue Racing Syndicate
He has won four times from 7f to 1m on good to soft ground and on the all-weather Beaten 6l behind No Lunch at 9-1 when 11th of 15 on his latest outing at Deauville over 7f in November last year Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Christopher Head. Star Rating HHH
Dos Mukasan (FR) 4 flat wins €61,900.00 D Handicap Rating 97
Tony Piccone 9.0 (TS) 3 1/2L 11th of 15 to No Lunch 9.1 DEAUVILLE 2 NOV 25 Listed 7f Std C. Demuro 9.1 (TS) won hd 3L from Stolen Kiss (FR) 8.12 and Ten Horns (FR) 9.0 CHANTILLY 11 OCT 25 10rn 7f
C. Demuro 9.4 (TS) 1 3/4L nk 3rd to Swinguer (FR) 9.0 COMPIEGNE 24 SEP 25 13rn 1m Hvy
3 GLENEAGLE BAY (174) 6
(18)
Br B g Gleneagles - Charlotte Rua (Redback (GB)) (TStrap) 302420- F B Rossenarra Bloodstock Limited David Egan J O AMO Racing Limited Stephen Thorne T
A winner at 1m on the all-weather, but that win was over two years ago. Beaten 12l behind Binhareer at 9-1 when 16th of 19 on his latest outing at York over 6f (good) in October last year Star Rating HHHHH
Gleneagle Bay 1 flat win €6,785.00 D Handicap Rating 95
David Egan 9.6 (BK) (TS) 12L 16th of 19 to Binhareer 8.11 YORK 11 OCT 25 hcp (0-105)6f Gd
5/6Fav HR97 Jack Kearney 9.5 (CP) (TS) 3/4L 2nd to Akecheta 9.3 GOW 20 SEP 25 6rn 7f Hvy
7/4Fav HR97 David Egan 9.8 (CP) (TS) 1 1/4L 1 1/4L nk 4th to Rahmi 9.7
4 GENUINE ARTICLE (GB) (98) 6 9 7 (133) (7)
Br B g Muhaarar (GB) - Bona Fide (GB) (Frankel (GB)) 245700- F B Juddmonte Farms Ltd Gary Carroll J O Wear A Pink Ribbon Syndicate Gerard Keane T
Successful twice at 1m on soft and yielding ground. Beaten 8l behind Titanium at 14-1 when seventh of 23 on his latest flat outing over this course and distance (heavy) in November last year Star Rating HHH
150/1 Brian Hayes 11.12 48L 15th of 21fn, 22rn to Murat 11.12 LEP 26 DEC 25 mdn hdl 2m Yld 150/1 Brian Hayes 11.12 23rd of 26 to Road Exile 11.12 NAV 6 DEC 25 mdn hdl 2m Sft/Hvy 14/1 HR92 Seamie Heffernan 9.11 (CP) (TS) 8L 7th of 23 to Titanium (FR) 8.0 here 2 NOV 25 Ext hcp 1m Hvy
5 IRON FIST (204)
(132) (4)
Br Br g New Bay (GB) - Velvetina (Barathea) (Hood) 728161- F B Windflower Overseas Shane Foley J O Anamoine Limited Mrs John Harrington T
Successful at 1m and 1m 2f on soft ground. Won on his latest outing when 7-4fav at Clonmel over 1m 2f (soft) in September last year, beating Expound by 1 3/4l. Star Rating HHHH
Iron Fist 2 flat wins
He has won three times at 7f on ground varying from soft to yielding - soft. Well beaten at 14-1 behind Ribee when 16th of 25 on his latest outing over this course and distance (heavy) last month. Star Rating HH
Br B g Lope de Vega - Dark Rose Angel (Dark Angel) (TStrap) 55243-p F B Hussain Alabbas Lootah&Lope de Vega Synd J M Sheridan J O Simon Munir & Isaac Souede Joseph Patrick O’Brien T
A winner at 1m on yielding - soft ground. Finished 7l behind Viking Invasion when fifth of 8 at 15-2 on his latest flat outing at Roscommon over 1m 2f (soft) in September last year Star Rating HHH
Kibris 1 flat win €11,800.00 CD Handicap Rating 89
8/1 HR118 Hugh Horgan 11.7 (TS) p.u. in race won by Sopelana (GB) 11.0 PUN 26 JAN 7rn hcp hdl 2m Hvy
5/1 Sam Ewing 11.0 (TS) 2L 12L 3rd to Ben Hur 11.0 FAIR 13 DEC 25 12rn mdn hdl 2m Sft 11/8Fav J.J. Slevin 11.0 (TS) 4 3/4L 1 1/2L 2 1/2L 4th to In The Minus 11.0 GAL
Br B g Blue Point - Standing Rock (Fastnet Rock (AUS))
F B Summerseat Stables Ltd
O Woodridge Partnership G
A winner at 1m on the all-weather Third of 10 behind Far From Dandy beaten 1 1/2l at 9-2 on his latest outing at Dundalk over 1m in December last year Star Rating HHHH
Diego El Queso 1 flat win €7,080.00 D Handicap Rating 88
9/2 HR88 Nicola Burns 9.8 1/2L 1L 3rd to Far From Dandy 9.7 DUN 19 DEC 25 10rn 1m Std Rossa Ryan 9.4 10L 8th of 13 to King’s Code (GB) 9.13 CHELMSFORD CITY 27 NOV 25 hcp (76-95)1m 2f Std 6/5 HR85 Colin Keane 8.13 1/2L 2nd to Tokenomics (FR) 10.0
(129) (12) Br B g Advertise (GB) - Precious Ramotswe (GB) (Nathaniel)
B Hascombe & Valiant Stud Ltd
O Maurice Andrew Ahern
He has won three times from 7f to 1m on heavy and soft - heavy ground. A winner at 4-1 over this course and distance (soft - heavy) on his latest outing last month, beating Electric Beauty by a neck. Star Rating HHHH
Perry Mason (GB) 3 flat wins €29,479.00 CD Handicap Rating 88 4/1 HR81 Julian Pietropaolo 9.8 won nk 4 1/2L from Electric Beauty 9.3 and Abbey Actress 10.2 here 28
12/1 HR82 Julian Pietropaolo 8.0 (TS) 9 1/2L 9th of 25 to Ribee 8.12 here 15 MAR Ext hcp 1m Hvy 7/1 HR78 Julian Pietropaolo 8.4 2 1/2L 2nd to Titanium (FR) 8.0 here 2
Br B g Sea The Moon (GER) - My Daydream (Oasis Dream (GB)) (TStrap) 060000- F B Kenilworth House Stud Seamie Heffernan J O John Breslin A J Martin T
A winner at 1m 1f on good ground. Well beaten at 22-1 behind Filey Bay when 19th of 20 on his latest outing at Galway over 2m 1f (yielding) in July last year Star Rating HH
Westminster Moon 5 flat wins €37,975.70 Handicap Rating 88 22/1 HR93 Mr B.M. Coonan 11.2 (TS) 22L 19th of 20 to Filey Bay 10.7 GAL 28
(70-100)2m 179yds Yld 50/1 HR96 Seamie Heffernan 9.10 (TS) 9 1/2L 11th of 13 to Fleetfoot 9.3 here 29 JUN 25 Ext hcp 1m 4f Gd 50/1 HR101 Paddy Harnett 10.11 (TS) 16L 10th of 12 to Masoun (FR) 9.10 LEP 12 JUN 25
B g Camacho (GB) - Shamayel (GB) (Pivotal (GB))
B Rossenarra Stud Bloodstock Ltd Jessica Maye (7) J O JP Murtagh Racing J P Murtagh T
Winner of seven races from 7f to 1m 1f on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago Finished 4l behind California Dreamer when fourth of 6 at 6-1 on his latest outing at Dundalk over 1m last month. Star Rating HHH
Final Voyage 7 flat wins €74,798.80 D Handicap Rating 86
6/1 HR93 Jessica Maye 8.12 2 1/4L nk 1 1/4L 4th to California Dreamer (GB) 9.0 DUN 6
6rn 1m Std 11/1 HR93 Yudish Geerdharry 9.3 4 1/2L 9th of 13 to Carolina Jetstream (GB) 9.9 DUN 20 FEB Ext hcp 1m Std 11/1 HR94 Yudish Geerdharry 9.1 3/4L 2nd to Genoah 8.13 DUN 19 DEC 25 11rn hcp 1m 2f 150yds Std
12 QUATRE BRAS (12)
Br B g Sea The Stars - Waitingfortheday (Elzaam (AUS))
F B Angela Roche Billy Lee J O Frank J Lynch & Maria Lynch Richard John O’Brien T
He has won three times from 7f to 1m 3f on the all-weather Beaten 1/2l by Independent Expert when second of 12 at 20-1 on his latest outing at Naas over 7f (soft) last month. Star Rating HHH
Quatre Bras 3 flat wins
Has won eight races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to heavy and on the all-weather A winner at 25-1 at Naas over 7f (soft) on her latest outing last month, beating Quatre Bras by 1/2l. Star Rating HHH
A winner at 50-1 at Dundalk over 1m on his latest outing in January last year, beating Lady Plimsoll by 2 3/4l. Star Rating HHH
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m on good and soft ground and on the all-weather Beaten 8l behind Independent Expert at 80-1 when eighth of 12 on his latest outing at Naas over 7f (soft) last month. Star Rating HH
80/1
66/1 HR87 J.M.
9.4 33L last of 13 to Carolina Jetstream (GB) 9.9 DUN 20 FEB Ext hcp 1m Std 9/2 HR89 Colin Keane 9.8 (CP) 5 1/4L 6th of 7 to Daamberdiplomat 9.7 DUN 17 OCT 25 hcp 7f Std
16 KEY WITNESS (152)
Br B g Acclamation (GB) - Allegation (FR) (Lawman (FR)) 61521- F B Corduff Stud & Farmleigh Bloodstock Ltd Alan Persse (7) J O Mrs Patrick J Flynn Patrick J Flynn T
Successful twice at 7f on heavy ground and on the all-weather A winner at 10-1 here over 7f (heavy) on his latest outing in November last year, beating Miss Nifty by 1/2l. Star Rating HHH
Key Witness 2 flat wins €17,434.80 C Handicap Rating 83 10/1 HR76 Alan Persse 9.2 won 1/2L 1/2L from Miss Nifty 8.10 and La Tulipe Noire 8.12 here 2 NOV 25
25/1 HR71 Alan Persse 9.7 3/4L 2nd to Smoke Them Out 9.3 here 4 OCT 25 15rn hcp 6f Sft/Hvy William Cox 9.8 2L 5th of 8 to Maybe Not (GB) 9.7 FFOS LAS 22 JUN 25 hcp (53-72)7f
17 PLAYIN COOL (166)
(13) Br B
A winner at 9-4 at Leopardstown over 1m 1f (heavy) on his latest outing in October last year, beating Shamrock Flame by a neck. Star Rating HHH
Playin Cool 1 flat win €8,850.00 Handicap
3/1Fav Seamie Heffernan 9.8 2L 5 1/2L 3rd to Snapretend 9.3 PUN 16 SEP 25 14rn mdn
7/2 Seamie Heffernan 9.8 nk 3 3/4L 1 3/4L 4th to Lavender Breeze 9.3
Successful at 7f and 1m on soft and soft - heavy ground. Well beaten at 14-1 behind Ribee when 18th of 25 on his latest outing over this course and distance (heavy) last month. Star Rating HH
Lordan 8.7 24L 18th of 25 to Ribee 8.12 here 15
4/1 HR74 Sam Coen 9.3 won hd 2 1/2L from Great Mover 9.0 and Earls 9.9
A winner at 1m on soft - heavy ground. Finished 8l behind Titanium when sixth of 23 at 16-1 on her latest outing over this course and distance (heavy) in November last year Star Rating HHH
Successful twice at 1m on good and yielding ground, but last win was over two years ago Beaten 9l behind Gregarina at 9-1 when eighth of 10 on her latest outing here over 7f (soft) in May ‘24. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with P Twomey Star Rating HH
21 DAONETHATGOTAWAY (GB) (14) 6 8 7 (119) (10)
Br Ch g Tamayuz (GB) - Dheyaa (Dream Ahead (USA)) (C,T) 232142 F B Shadwell Estate Company Limited Patrick McGettigan (5) J O Up The Blues Syndicate Mark Fahey T
Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 4f on good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 3/4l by Unterberg when second of 8 at 13-2 on his latest outing at Dundalk over 1m 4f last month. Runs from 2lb out of the handicap Star Rating HHH
Daonethatgotaway (GB) 5 flat wins €31,860.00 D Handicap Rating 76
13/2 HR75 Reese Holohan 8.12 (CP) (TS) 3/4L 2nd to Unterberg 9.9 DUN 20 MAR 8rn Ext hcp 1m 4f Std 5/2Fav HR75 Reese Holohan 9.2 (CP) (TS) 3 1/2L hd 2 1/2L 4th to Beauparc 9.4 DUN 13 MAR 9rn hcp 1m 4f
9/2 HR70 Reese Holohan 9.7 (CP) won nk 2 1/2L from Benavente (GB) 9.6 and Porsche Lad 9.0
Blinkers worn by No 13. C,T worn by No 21. CPiece worn by No 15. Hood worn by No 5. TStrap worn by No 3, No 6, No 7, No 10
Long Handicap - Daonethatgotaway (GB) 8-05(117)
Probable Starting Prices - 6/1 Perry Mason (GB), 8/1 Independent Expert, Daonethatgotaway (GB), 10/1 Iron Fist, Diego El Queso, Quatre Bras, Key Witness, 12/1 Lady Lilac, 14/1 Playin Cool, 16/1 Dos Mukasan (FR), Kibris, Calm The Jets (GB), Highbury See See, 20/1 Gleneagle Bay, Final Voyage, 25/1 Dar Toungi (FR), Genuine Article (GB), Engines On, Vain Gloria, 33/1 Westminster Moon, 66/1 Blues Emperor 2025 - 1st Indigo Five 2nd Akecheta 3rd Fort Vega (FR) (1 min. 45.2 sec.)
CURRAGH COMMENT
Having acquitted himself with credit in some top handicaps last season, GLENEAGLE BAY is worth chancing on his reappearance Lightly raced for his age, the six-year-old has a decent record fresh and has run some of his best races at this venue With soft ground unlikely to be an issue, the Amo Racing-owned gelding can make a winning start to his campaign. Recent C&D winner Perry Mason has to be respected, despite a subsequent 7lb hike. The son of Advertise has been successful twice at this venue since joining the Maurice Ahern stable Diego El Queso could be open to further improvement and looks another leading contender
WIN: GLENEAGLE BAY
RACESPONSOR
DANGER: Perry Mason
A representative of 1xBet will present a trophy to the winning owner. The Curragh Racecourse and 1xBet will present €200 to the groom in charge of the horse judged to be best turned out. The Curragh will also present €100 to the groom in charge of the winning horse
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!
Starting from stalls. Handicaps calculated 24th March. Value to winner: €58900; Second: €20000; Third: €10000; Fourth: €5000; Fifth: €3000; Sixth: €2000. (For Race Conditions see page 42)
Br Ch g Showcasing (GB) - Light of Joy (USA) (Kitten’s Joy (USA))
B Flaxman Stables Ireland Ltd
O Flaxman Stables Ireland Ltd Mrs
He has won four times from 7f to 1m on soft and heavy ground. Beaten 9l behind Ribee at 11-1 when seventh of 25 on his latest outing here over 1m (heavy) last month. Star Rating HHH
Norwalk Havoc (GB) 4 flat wins €71,980.00 Handicap Rating 102 11/1 HR103 Shane Foley 9.12 (CP) (TS) 8 3/4L 7th of 25 to Ribee 8.12 here 15 MAR Ext hcp 1m Hvy Shane Foley 9.4 (CP) (TS) 25L last of 11 to Trust On (FR) 8.13 SAINT-CLOUD 9
5/1 HR97 Seamie Heffernan 9.9 (CP) (TS) won 3L 4 1/2L from Queen Of Thunder 9.5 and Soft Winds 9.4
Br B g Beckford (GB) - Red Stars (Manduro (GER))
He has won three times from 1m 1f to 1m 3f on ground varying from soft to heavy. Beaten 16l behind Beset at 13-8fav when seventh of 15 on his latest outing here over 1m 4f (heavy) in November last year Star Rating HHHH
Successful at 1m 1f and 1m 2f on soft and yielding ground. Beaten 1 1/2l by Ribee when second of 25 at 11-1 on his latest outing here over 1m (heavy) last month. Star Rating HHHHH
Br B g Kodi Bear - Hawaajib (FR) (Elusive City (USA))
Sandra Russell & Lismacue Stud
McCullagh J O Annus Mirabilis Syndicate Joseph Patrick O’Brien T
Successful at 6f and 7f on good and soft - heavy ground. Beaten 16l behind Engines On at 12-1 when 11th of 12 on his latest outing here over 7f (soft) in September last year He is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time Star Rating HHH
2 flat wins €51,800.00 C Handicap Rating 99 12/1 HR102 Dylan Browne McMonagle 10.0 15L 11th of 12 to Engines On 8.11 here 27 SEP 25 Ext hcp 7f Sft 9/1 HR106 Dylan Browne McMonagle 9.2 (BK) 11L 9th of 11 to Copacabana Sands 8.10 LEP 12 JUN 25 Group 3 7f 47yds Sft 7/2 HR107 Dylan Browne McMonagle 9.8 7 1/4L 5th of 6 to Whistlejacket 9.10 NAV 26 APR 25 Listed 5f 180yds Sft
Br B g Ribchester - White Light (GB) (Dubawi) (TStrap) 3311-15 F B Oristown Stud Gary Carroll J O Lee Regan Partnership Michael Mulvany T
He has won four times from 7f to 1m on ground varying from soft to soft - heavy Finished 7l behind Beset when fifth of 8 at 8-1 on his latest outing at Naas over 1m 3f (soft) last month. Star Rating HHH
Ribee 4 flat wins €81,025.00 C Handicap Rating 98 8/1 HR98 Gary Carroll 9.7 (TS) 6 1/2L 5th of 8 to Beset
Successful at 1m 4f and 2m on good and yielding ground. Third of 20 behind Light As Air beaten 3l at 7-1 on his latest outing at Naas over 2m (yielding) in October last year Star Rating HHH
COEUR D’OR (152)
Br B g Dubawi - Irresistible Jewel (Danehill (USA)) (TStrap)
B Moyglare Stud Farm Ltd Chris Hayes J O Mark E Phelan & S P O’Connor D K Weld T
He has won four times from 7f to 1m 1f on good and yielding - soft
Coeur D’or 4 flat wins €133,930.00 C Handicap Rating 93
25/1 HR94 Chris Hayes 9.13 (V) (TS) 12L 14th of 23 to Titanium (FR) 8.0 here 2 NOV 25 Ext hcp 1m Hvy 10/1 HR95 Chris Hayes 10.0 (V) (TS) 1/2L 1 1/4L 3/4L 4th to Retracement 9.1 here 16 OCT 25 8rn Ext hcp 1m 2f Yld 11/4 HR95 Chris Hayes 9.10 (V) (TS) 3/4L 2nd to Barbizon 9.11 PUN 16 SEP 25 5rn 1m 1f 58yds Gd/Yld 8 AKECHETA (19)
Br Gr f Sioux Nation (USA) - Veneration (GB) (Dalakhani)
F B Louis & Joan Walshe
O L I Walshe
Successful twice at 7f on heavy and soft - heavy ground. Well beaten at 7-2fav behind Ribee when 17th of 25 on her latest outing here over 1m (heavy) last month. Star Rating HHH
Akecheta 2 flat wins €19,470.00 Handicap Rating 92
7/2Fav HR93 Colin Keane 9.2 (TS) 22L 17th of 25 to Ribee 8.12 here 15 MAR Ext hcp 1m Hvy
Shane Gray 9.4 14L 8th of 18 to Danielle (GB) 9.4 DONCASTER 8 NOV 25 Listed 1m 2f 43yds Hvy 11/2 HR93 Seamie Heffernan 9.5 1/2L hd 2 1/2L 4th to Onemoredance 9.2 NAAS 12
9 DARK SUMMIT (GB) (19) 4 9 1 (127) (13)
Br Gr g Dark Angel - Icespire (GB) ()
B Juddmonte Farms Ireland Ltd
O Raymond Treacy
A winner at 1m on good to soft ground. Beaten 9l behind Ribee at 80-1 when eighth of 25 on his latest outing here over 1m (heavy) last month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time Star Rating HHH
Dark Summit (GB) 1 flat win €10,500.00 Handicap Rating 87 80/1 HR88 J.M. Sheridan 8.13 9 1/4L 8th of 25 to Ribee 8.12 here 15 MAR Ext hcp 1m Hvy D. Provost 9.0 3 3/4L 7th of 10 to Charibelle 8.10 CLAIREFONTAINE 26 JUL 25 7f Sft M. Guyon 9.1 8L last of 8 to Boniface (FR) 9.1 SAINT-CLOUD 29 JUN 25 1m Gd /Sft 10 GLEN TO GLEN (24)
B J S Bolger
O E S Racing
9 1 (127)
Patrick O’Brien
A winner at 6f on soft ground. Beaten 11l behind Rowdy Yeats at 7-2 when last of 7 on his latest flat outing here over 7f (soft) in September last year Star Rating HHH
Glen To Glen 1 flat win €11,800.00 1
J. J. Slevin 11.5 28L 18th of 22 to Saratoga 11.6 CHELTENHAM 10
15/2 R. Deegan 11.0 23L 7th of 13 to Quinta Do Lago (FR) 11.0 PUN 22 NOV 25 mdn
Br B g Muhaarar
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 4f on ground varying from soft to soft - heavy, but last win was over two years ago Finished 4 1/2l behind Blake when fifth of 16 at 15-2 on his latest flat outing at Leopardstown over 1m 4f (heavy) in October last year Star Rating HHH
3 flat wins €45,135.00 1 N.H.
€7,080.00 Handicap Rating 86 22/1 HR122 Danny Mullins 11.8 38L 10th of 12fn, 13rn to Eachtotheirown 11.10 THU 18 JAN Ext hcp hdl 1m 7f 168yds Yld 14/1 HR123 Ryan Treacy 11.12 23L 6th of 7fn, 8rn to Sea Of Sands (GER) 11.12 PUN 11 DEC 25 hdl 2m 12yds Sft/Hvy 15/2 HR86 Dylan Browne McMonagle 9.6 4 1/4L 5th of 16 to Navy Waters(disq) 8.13 LEP 19 OCT 25 Ext hcp 1m 4f Hvy
TAMAM DESERT (19)
(3) Br B f Sea The Moon (GER) - My Spirit (Invincible Spirit)
A winner at 7f on yielding ground. Beaten 11l behind Ribee at 66-1 when 10th of 25 on her latest outing here over 1m (heavy) last month. Star Rating HH
A winner at 1m 4f on soft - heavy ground. Beaten 20l behind Minnie Hauk at 125-1 when last of 7 on her latest outing here over 1m 4f (good) in July last year Star Rating HHH
Won on his latest outing when 4-1fav at Gowran Park over 1m 1f (heavy) in September last year, beating Direct Approach by 6l. Star Rating HHH
Won on his latest outing when evens fav at Roscommon over 1m 2f (soft) in October last year, beating Mcloughlin by a neck. Star Rating HHHH
1/1Fav HR83 Ben Coen 9.8 won nk 6L from McLoughlin 9.8 and Bobby Kirova (GB) 9.8
Augustin Madamet 8.13 (CP) 23L 14th of 15 to Yellow Jersey (FR) 9.3 DEAUVILLE 14 AUG 25 1m 2f Sft 9/1 HR85 Ben Coen 9.9 2 1/4L 1 1/4L 3rd to Lady In Paris (GB) 9.7 here 20
NARLITA (GER) (19) 7 8 10 (122) (7) Br B f Guiliani - Nadine (GER) (Perugino (USA)) (CPiece) 24314-5 F B Ulrich Kolks Siobhan Rutledge (3) J O B Fitzpatrick H Rogers T
Successful twice at 1m 4f on heavy ground. Finished 7l behind Ribee when fifth of 25 at 40-1 on her latest outing here over 1m (heavy) last month. Star Rating HHH
Narlita (GER) 2 flat wins €13,865.00 Handicap Rating 82 40/1 HR82 Siobhan Rutledge 8.4 (CP) 6 1/2L 5th of 25 to Ribee 8.12 here 15 MAR Ext hcp 1m Hvy 7/2Fav HR80 Adam Caffrey 9.4 1L s/hd 3/4L 4th to Slurricane 8.13 GAL 27 OCT 25 16rn hcp 1m 3f 180yds Hvy 100/30Fav HR72 Adam Caffrey 9.6 won 1 3/4L 2 1/2L from Calzaghi 9.3 and Ina Mina (GB) 8.11 GOW
17 TITANIUM (FR) (6) 7 8 10 (122) (20)
Br B g Zarak (FR) - Kyurem (Verglas) (Visor) 130-065 F B S C E A Haras De La Perelle Patrick McGettigan (5) J O Damian C Nolan & D P Kilmurray & Exors of the Late Liam Gavin & Kieran Clarke Ciaran Murphy T
Has won eight races from 1m to 1m 1f on good to soft and heavy ground and on the all-weather Finished 11l behind Perry Mason when fifth of 14 at 6-1 on his latest outing here over 1m (soft - heavy) last month. Star Rating HHH
Titanium (FR) 8 flat wins €121,145.00 C Handicap Rating 82
6/1 HR82 Rory Mulligan 9.11 (BK) 11L 5th of 14 to Perry Mason (GB) 9.8 here 28 MAR Ext hcp 1m Sft/Hvy 16/1 HR83 Rory Mulligan 8.2 (V) 8 1/2L 6th of 25 to Ribee 8.12 here 15 MAR Ext hcp 1m Hvy 40/1 HR84 Rory Mulligan 8.10 (V) 5 1/4L 11th of 13 to Carolina Jetstream (GB) 9.9 DUN 20 FEB Ext hcp 1m Std
18 DUTCH GOLD (6)
8 8 (120) (17)
Br B g Galileo Gold (GB) - Dutch Monarch (GB) (Dutch Art (GB)) (CPiece) 5580-00 F
B Ms Vivienne Anne Bird Rory Cleary J O Albert Dravins & Exors of the Late Eamonn Scanlon Noel Meade T
Successful twice at 1m 2f on yielding and soft - heavy ground, but last win was over two years ago Well beaten at 28-1 behind Rock Of Ireland when 10th of 14 on his latest outing here over 1m 4f (soft - heavy) last month. Star Rating HH
Dutch Gold 2 flat wins €21,240.00 CD Handicap Rating 80
28/1 HR80 Adam Caffrey 10.0 (CP) 30L 10th of 14 to Rock Of Ireland 9.0 here 28 MAR Ext hcp 1m 4f Sft/Hvy 14/1 HR81 Reese Holohan 8.0 47L 24th of 25 to Ribee 8.12 here 15 MAR Ext hcp 1m Hvy 7/1 HR85 Chris Hayes 9.0 (CP) 15L last of 10 to San Salvador 10.0 BAL 21 JUL 25 Ext hcp 1m 4f 184yds Gd/Yld
19 CHICA GUERRERA (152)
Br B f Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Elusive Gold (Elusive City (USA))
F B Tom McDonald Wayne Lordan J O Trouble & Strife Syndicate Mark Fahey T
Successful at 7f and 1m 4f on good - yielding and soft - heavy ground. Third of 23 behind Titanium beaten 3 1/2l at 12-1 on her latest outing here over 1m (heavy) in November last year. Star Rating HHH
She has won four times from 1m 1f to 1m 2f on good and good - yielding ground. Third of 8 behind Retracement beaten 1 3/4l at 6-1 on her latest flat outing over this course and distance (yielding) in October last year Runs from 1lb out of the handicap Star Rating HHHH
C,T worn by No. 1. CPiece worn by No. 9, No. 16, No. 18. Hood worn by No. 12.
TStrap worn by No 4, No 5, No 7. Visor worn by No 17
Runner-up in the Irish Lincolnshire on his reappearance, EASTWATCH can go one place better Twice a winner last season, the lightly-raced son of Make Believe showed a definite preference for an ease in the ground. Sure to have come on from that recent outing, the Andy Slattery-trained four-year-old will also appreciate stepping back up in trip With his stable among the winners in recent days, he has plenty to recommend him. Although it took him until the end of the season to open his account last term, Mocking often gave the impression of being well handicapped. The Johnny Murtagh-trained gelding can progress further this year Fiver Friday is also worthy of consideration in a competitive heat.
WIN: EASTWATCH
RACESPONSOR
DANGER: Mocking
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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
Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €17670; Second: €6000; Third: €3000; Fourth: €1500; Fifth: €900; Sixth: €600. (For Race Conditions see page 42)
Br Gr c Ghaiyyath - Pakora (FR) (Gentlewave)
B Pier House Stud
O Sean & Bernardine Mulryan
Third of 20 behind James J Braddock beaten 9l at 11-1 on his racecourse debut here over 1m (heavy) in November last year Star Rating HHHH
Br Ch c Sea The Moon (GER) - Dream Melody (GB) (Selkirk (USA))
B Plantation Stud
O Donnchadh Doyle
Half-brother to May Night, won seven times between 7f and 1m 1f Sold for 58,000 euros as a yearling but it will be a surprise if he is good enough to take this prize Star Rating HH
Br B c Dubawi - Rhododendron (Galileo)
B Coolmore
O Michael Tabor & Derrick Smith & Mrs John Magnier
Half-brother to Auguste Rodin, won eight times between 7f and 1m 4f including six Group 1 races. Impeccably-bred Irish Derby entry who is sure to prove popular Star Rating HHHHH
Br B g Wootton Bassett (GB) - Snow Queen (Danehill Dancer) (TStrap)
Barronstown Stud
MacLennan,Magniers,Shanahan,Smith,Nagle
Half-brother to Arturo Toscanini who won a 7f maiden here and finished runner-up in Group 3 company Cost 100,000 euros as a yearling and he must be considered closely Star Rating HHH
Br B c Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Sundiata (GB) (Showcasing (GB))
B Middlelane Farm
O Patrick Sexton
Unplaced in both starts. Third of 7 behind Accredited beaten 4l at 14-1 on his latest outing at Naas over 7f (soft) last month. Star Rating HHHH
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Br B c Dubawi - So Wonderful (USA) (War Front (USA)) (Blinkers) F B Coolmore Ryan Moore J O Michael Tabor & Derrick Smith & Mrs John Magnier A P O’Brien T
Half-brother to Appealynn, won at 5f Out of a 1m Listed winner who made the frame in a couple of Group 1 contests. Interesting to see how he fares in the market compared to his stable companions. Star Rating HHH
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Br B c Wootton Bassett (GB) - Tanoura (Dalakhani)
B Barronstown Stud
O Westerberg,Mrs J Magnier,M Tabor,D Smith
Half-brother to Taniyar, won three times at 7f and 1m including a Group 3 race Beaten 18l behind Victory Tip at 6-1 when seventh of 23 on his racecourse debut here over 1m (heavy) last month. Star Rating HHH
Br Ch f Space Blues - Acqua di Gioia (Galileo)
B Moyglare Stud Farm Ltd
O Moyglare Stud Farm
Finished 12l behind Daytona when fifth of 7 at 25-1 on her racecourse debut at Naas over 1m (good) in July last year Star Rating HHH
Br B f Camelot (GB) - Princess Noor (Holy Roman Emperor)
Barronstown Stud
Half-sister to Knight Of Honour, won seven times between 1m 1f and 1m 6f. By Camelot so expected to come into her own once she tackles longer distances, and she is in the Irish Oaks. Star Rating HHH
Blinkers worn by No 6. TStrap worn by No 4.
Probable Starting Prices - 5/1 Atomic City, Canary Island, Pendulum, 6/1 Chamonix, Galileo Noir, 15/2 Scientific, 8/1 Blue Blue Moon, 10/1 Glyfada, 16/1 Avoca Woods (GB) No corresponding race
CURRAGH COMMENT
A half-brother to dual Derby winner Auguste Rodin, CANARY ISLAND catches the eye on his debut. The stable struck with a similarly well-bred newcomer at Naas recently and this Irish Derby entrant is sure to know his job at the first time of asking. Third on his introduction at this track in November, Atomic City should be all the better for that experience Also boasting an Irish Derby entry, the son of Ghaiyyath holds leading claims for Joseph O’Brien. Having shaped with promise on his return at Naas, the Noel Meade-trained Galileo Noir is not without his chance
WIN: CANARY ISLAND
RACESPONSOR
DANGER: Atomic City
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Blue Moon
Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €17670; Second: €6000; Third: €3000; Fourth: €1500; Fifth: €900; Sixth: €600. (For Race Conditions see page 42)
Br B g Too Darn Hot (GB) - Light of Joy (USA) (Kitten’s Joy (USA))
B Flaxman Stables Ireland Ltd
O Flaxman Stables Ireland Ltd
Successful at 1m 1f and 1m 4f on good and soft ground. Beaten a neck by Tennessee Stud when second of 7 at 7-1 on his latest outing in the Group 2 Qatar Prix Chaudenay at ParisLongchamp over 1m 7f (good to soft) in October last year Star Rating HHHHH
Emit 2 flat
€37,170.00 Handicap Rating 111
Stephane Pasquier 9.2 (TS) nk 2nd to Tennessee Stud 9.2
15/8 HR102 Dylan Browne McMonagle 9.5 (TS) won 1/2L 1 3/4L from Sharpen 9.0 and Acapulco Bay 9.5
Br B g American Pharoah (USA) - Happily (Galileo)
B Coolmore
O F W Lynch
He has won three times at 1m 5f on ground varying from good to yielding - soft. Well beaten at 17-2 behind Puturhandstogether when 26th of 30 on his latest outing here over 2m 1f (yielding) in September last year Star Rating HHHH
Br B g Jukebox Jury - Activa (GER) (Sendawar) (TStrap) 732-3-02 F B MME Sheila Audoersch Shay Wallace (7) J O Syndicates Racing Joseph Patrick O’Brien T A Piece Of Heaven (FR) 3 flat wins €31,860.00 Handicap Rating 102 22/1 HR105 Shay Wallace 8.13 (TS) 5 1/2L 2nd to Gaucher (GB) 9.6 DUN 27 FEB 7rn 1m 2f 150yds Std 4/1 J.J. Slevin 11.12 (TS) 68L 12th of 17 to Laurets D’estruval (FR) 11.4 THU 5 FEB mdn hdl 2m 34yds Sft 2/5Fav Mr P.W. Mullins 11.12 1/2L 6L 3rd to Gentleman Joe (GB) 11.12 LEP 10 JUL 25 5rn 1m 7f Gd/Frm
He has won three times from 1m 4f to 2m on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 6l by Gaucher when second of 7 at 22-1 on his latest outing at Dundalk over 1m 3f in February Star Rating HHHH
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Br B g Cloth Of Stars - Agathe Rare (Sadler’s Wells (USA)) 3428-23 F B Mme Eliane Dieuaide,S A S Domaine Billard Et Fils David Egan J O AMO Racing Limited Robson De Aguiar T
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 3f on soft and heavy ground and on the all-weather Third of 7 behind Gaucher beaten 7l at 9-4 on his latest outing at Dundalk over 1m 3f in February Star Rating HHH
Dallas Star (FR) 3 flat wins €50,189.80 Handicap Rating 98 9/4 HR99 Donagh O’Connor 9.6 5 1/2L 1 1/4L 3rd to Gaucher (GB) 9.6 DUN 27 FEB 7rn 1m 2f 150yds Std 9/4 HR99 Donagh O’Connor 10.1 1 1/2L 2nd to Bryant 9.3 DUN 16 JAN 6rn 2m Std 125/1 HR101 David Egan 9.10 28L 8th of 9 to Al Riffa (FR) 9.10 here 14 SEP 25 Group 1 1m 6f Gd/Yld 5 FALCON EIGHT (173) 11 9 5 (131) (6) Br B g Galileo - Polished Gem (Danehill (USA)) (CPiece) 016000- F B Moyglare Stud Farm Ltd Chris Hayes J O Mark E Phelan & S P O’Connor D K Weld T
Winner of seven races from 1m 3f to 2m 3f on ground varying from good to firm to soft - heavy Well beaten at 80-1 behind Light As Air when last of 20 on his latest outing at Naas over 2m (yielding) in October last year Star Rating HH
Falcon Eight 7 flat wins €167,081.00 1 N.H. win €6,195.00 C D Handicap Rating 90
80/1 HR94 Leigh Roche 9.4 (CP) 36L last of 20 to Light As Air 8.12 NAAS 12 OCT 25 Ext hcp 2m 7yds Yld 40/1 HR95 Chris Hayes 9.6 (CP) 18L 22nd of 30 to Puturhandstogether 8.7
A winner at 1m on good ground. Beaten 13l behind Blake at 8-1 when eighth of 16 on his latest flat outing at Leopardstown over 1m 4f (heavy) in October last year Star Rating HH
Has won nine races from 6f to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to soft - heavy, but last win was over two years ago Beaten 12l behind Sirius at 7-2fav when seventh of 12 on his latest outing here over 1m 4f (heavy) in October last year Star Rating HHH
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CPiece worn by No 5, No 7. TStrap worn by No 1, No 2, No 3. Probable Starting Prices - 6/4 Emit, 7/2 A Piece Of Heaven (FR), 9/2 Happy Pharoah, 11/2 Dallas Star (FR), 11/1 Layfayette, 14/1 Genealogy (GB), 25/1 Falcon Eight 2025 - 1st Falcon Eight 2nd War Rooms 3rd Taipan (FR) (3 min. 7.1 sec.)
CURRAGH COMMENT
Just denied in a Group 2 at Longchamp when last seen, EMIT has the potential to develop into a leading stayer this term. With an official rating of 111, the Joseph O’Brien-trained gelding has something in hand over these rivals and looks the one to beat provided that he is fit and ready for his first start since October A progressive type last season, Happy Pharoah may have been over the top when disappointing in the Irish Cesarewitch on his final appearance Although his best form has come on a sounder surface, the four-year-old has to be respected. A Piece Of Heaven has a bit to prove at this stage, but is more than capable on his best form.
WIN: EMIT
DANGER: Happy Pharoah
RACESPONSOR
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THANK YOU
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HORSEWELFARE-APRIORITY
At every race meeting there are specially qualified equine veterinary surgeons on duty to look after the wellbeing of all the horses racing. There is a vet in attendance at the start of each race who, follows the horses throughout the race and is quickly on hand if an injury occurs.
It is normal procedure to erect screens around any horse receiving veterinary treatment.
This allows the veterinary surgeon some privacy to fully assess the horses’ injuries and race goers should not assume the worst if screens are erected around an injured horse.
The Blue Cross ambulance is always present to transport the horse back to the stable yard for further treatment if necessary.
A second veterinary surgeon is in attendance in the stable yard to assess and treat any horses requiring such attention post race. The horses’ welfare is always our priority.
THE ASSOCIATION OF IRISH RACECOURSE VETERINARY SURGEONS (AIRCVS)
CONDITIONS
FIRST RACE 1.22p.m. The Curragh On Course Bookmakers Supporting Free Admission Irish EBF Maiden of €30,000 (Goffs €50,000 Bonus Series Race) (Generously sponsored by the Curragh On Course Bookmakers and the Irish EBF (€4,500)) Winner will receive €18,000 (Penalty Value: €17,670), Second will receive €6,000, Third will receive €3,000, Fourth will receive €1,500, Fifth will receive €900, Sixth will receive €600 For two years old only, maidens at starting that are EBF eligible About 5 furlongs €300 to enter, €30 extra if declared to run. Weights: 9st 7lbs. Fillies allowed 5lbs. (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). Stalls centre of course Value to winner: €17670; Second: €6000; Third: €3000; Fourth: €1500; Fifth: €900; Sixth: €600
SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE
SECOND RACE 1.57p.m. The 1xBet.ie Supports Safe Gambling Irish EBF Fillies Sprint Handicap of €50,000 (Generously sponsored by 1xBet and the Irish EBF (€5,000)) 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 and upwards fillies only that are EBF eligible (90 = 10st) About 6 furlongs €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 30th March. Stalls centre of course Value to winner: €29450; Second: €10000; Third: €5000; Fourth: €2500; Fifth: €1500; Sixth: €1000
SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE
THIRD RACE 2.32p.m. The Irish Stallion Farms EBF Median Auction Fillies Maiden (Smullen Series) of €30,000 (Generously sponsored by the Irish EBF (€13,000)) Winner will receive €18,000 (Penalty Value: €17,670), Second will receive €6,000, Third will receive €3,000, Fourth will receive €1,500, Fifth will receive €900, Sixth will receive €600 For three years old fillies 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 €50,000 About 1 mile 2 furlongs €300 to enter, €30 extra if declared to run. Weights: 9st 3lbs. Starting from stalls Value to winner: €17670; Second: €6000; Third: €3000; Fourth: €1500; Fifth: €900; Sixth: €600
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FOURTH RACE 3.07p.m. The Irish Stallion Farms EBF Park Express Stakes of €100,000 (Group 3) (Generously sponsored by the Irish EBF (€15,000)) Winner will receive €60,000 (Penalty Value: €58,900), 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 For three years old and upwards fillies only About 1 mile €700 to enter on March 11th €400 extra if forfeit not declared by March 30th or €10,000 if entered by March 30th. Weights: 3-y-o 8st 10lbs 4-y-o and up 9st 11lbs. Penalty - (to count from 1st May, 2025) Winner of a Group race 3lb extra. Closing Date: 11th March 2026 Starting from stalls Value to winner: €58900; Second: €20000; Third: €10000; Fourth: €5000; Fifth: €3000; Sixth: €2000
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FIFTH RACE 3.42p.m. The 1xBet.ie Proudly Supporting Irish Racing Mile Handicap of €50,000 (Generously sponsored by 1xBet) 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 four years old and upwards (100 = 10st) 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 30th March. Starting from stalls Value to winner: €29450; Second: €10000; Third: €5000; Fourth: €2500; Fifth: €1500; Sixth: €1000
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SIXTH RACE 4.17p.m. The 1xBet.ie Emerald Cup Handicap of €100,000 (Premier Handicap)
(Generously sponsored by 1xBet) Winner will receive €60,000 (Penalty Value: €58,900), 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 for four years old and upwards that have run at least three times under any Rules of Racing up to and including 23rd March, 2026 (100 = 10st) About 1 mile 2 furlongs €600 to enter on March 18th €400 extra if forfeit not declared by March 30th and €100 extra if declared to run. Penalties - (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 7lb extra for each race won. Closing Date: 18th March 2026 Handicaps calculated 24th March. Starting from stalls Value to winner: €58900; Second: €20000; Third: €10000; Fourth: €5000; Fifth: €3000; Sixth: €2000
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SEVENTH RACE 4.52p.m. The Feel The Rush With 1xBet.ie Easter Irish EBF Maiden of €30,000 (Generously sponsored by 1xBet and the Irish EBF (€3,000)) Winner will receive €18,000 (Penalty Value: €17,670), Second will receive €6,000, Third will receive €3,000, Fourth will receive €1,500, Fifth will receive €900, Sixth will receive €600 For three years old only, maidens at starting that are EBF eligible About 1 mile 1 furlong €300 to enter, €30 extra if declared to run. Weights: 9st 8lbs. Fillies allowed 5lbs. Starting from stalls Value to winner: €17670; Second: €6000; Third: €3000; Fourth: €1500; Fifth: €900; Sixth: €600
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EIGHTH RACE 5.27p.m. The Your Game. Your Odds. Your 1xBet.ie Stayers Trophy Race of €30,000 (Generously sponsored by 1xBet) Winner will receive €18,000 (Penalty Value: €17,670), Second will receive €6,000, Third will receive €3,000, Fourth will receive €1,500, Fifth will receive €900, Sixth will receive €600 For four years old and upwards that have not won a Group race since 1st May, 2025 About 1 mile 6 furlongs €300 to enter, €30 extra if declared to run. Weights: 9st 5lbs. Fillies allowed 5lbs. Penalties - (to count from 1st May, 2025) Winner of a race 4lb extra Of a race value €15,000 7lb extra. Starting from stalls Value to winner: €17670; Second: €6000; Third: €3000; Fourth: €1500; Fifth: €900; Sixth: €600
