MONDAY 4TH MAY 2026
Six-time Group 1 winner at 2, 3 and 4 years by DEEP IMPACT
FEATURING THE
Clem Murphy Memorial Mooresbridge Stakes (Gr.2)
Coolmore Auguste Rodin
Athasi Stakes (Gr.3)
Coolmore Henry Longfellow Tetrarch Stakes (L.R.)
MONDAY4THMAY
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
Evan Halford
No 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:
Mr. Charles C. Cunningham
Mr. John G. Moloney
Ms. Mary Cosgrave
Mr. Noel McCaffrey
Mr. L. Walsh
CLERKOFTHECOURSE:
Mr. P.F. Graffin
CLERKOFTHESCALES:
Ms. P. Hassett
STARTER:
Mr. J.R. Banahan
JUDGE:
Mr. D. Maher
HANDICAPPER
Mr. G. O’Gorman
STEWARDSSECRETARIES
Mr. H. Hynes & Mr. L. Aspell
MEDICALOFFICER:
Dr. B. Healy
VETERINARYOFFICER:
Mr. A. Tyrrell M.R.C.V.S.
VETERINARYASSISTANTS:
Ms. C. Murphy, Mr. D.J. Condell & Mr. J. Casey
RACEDAYINTEGRITYOFFICERSTEAM
13:20 Kildare Chinese Cultural Association
13:55 Moorefield v Sarsfield Football
14:00 KNC Performing Arts
14:30 Newbridge RFC v Cill Dara RFC
14:30 Kildare Irish Figure Dancers
15:05 Newbridge Town v Newbridge United
15:10 Stage Academy Stage School
15:40 Moorefield v Sarsfield Hurling
15:40 Rhythm Collective featuring Caelan Power
16:15 Newbridge Athletic Club
16:15 Leah Moran Stage School
Make sure to visit: Champions Hall
12:30 - 16:30 AES Recycling Game located in Champions Hall near the stage Moyglare Kids Zone
13:00 - 16:00 The Curragh Sensory Room next to the entrance to the playground
13:00 - 16:00 Face Painting Next to the Weigh Room (Under the sign for the Aga Khan Stand)
All Day Kildare Cups & Sam Maguire display
All Day Coolmore Kids Activity Table with colouring competition
Timings correct at time of print but are subject to change TRACK
CHAMPIONS HALL STAGE
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:
AIDAN O’BRIEN (157 wins from 750 runners, 21%) runs NEW YORKER (1.50), CAUSEWAY and NEOLITHIC (2.25), INSTITUTE (3.00), DROP DEAD GORGEOUS and WHITE SAND BEACH (3.35), EDWARD HAMILTON and MINNIE HAUK (4.10).
J P O’BRIEN (85 wins from 793 runners, 11%) runs OTHERWORLDLY and BELICOSO (1.15), STAR PROSPECT and REBEL DANCE (1.50), GREEK MYTHOLOGY and ANDAB (2.25), GREEN CARRERA (3.00), SINMARA (3.35), BESET and ADELAIDE RIVER (4.10).
J P MURTAGH (46 wins from 459 runners, 10%) runs DUKE OF ARRAKIS (1.15), TAKE CHARGE STAR (2.25), SHAOOL (4.10).
TRAINERSINFORM
MOSTWINSINTHELAST14DAYS:
J P O’BRIEN (11 wins from 55 runners, 20%) runners listed above AIDAN O’BRIEN (6 wins from 23 runners, 26%) runners listed above MRS J HARRINGTON (4 wins from 33 runners, 12%) runs BELLE OF THE BALL (1.15), IRON LILY (2.25).
TOPCOURSEJOCKEYS
LEADINGJOCKEYSATCURRAGH(2021-2026)WITHRIDES:
RYAN MOORE (109 wins from 351 rides, 31%) rides NEW YORKER (1.50), CAUSEWAY (2.25), INSTITUTE (3.00), DROP DEAD GORGEOUS (3.35), MINNIE HAUK (4.10).
BILLY LEE (61 wins from 513 rides, 12%) rides VELOZEE (1.50), SANCTIJUDE (3.00), BLACK CAVIAR GOLD (3.35), IFF IN DOUBT (5.20).
DYLAN MCMONAGLE (51 wins from 450 rides, 11%) rides BELICOSO (1.15), STAR PROSPECT (1.50), GREEK MYTHOLOGY (2.25), GREEN CARRERA (3.00), SINMARA (3.35), BESET (4.10), RAPPELL (5.20). JOCKEYSINFORM
MOSTWINSINTHELAST14DAYS:
RYAN MOORE (8 wins from 28 rides, 29%) rides listed above
JOSEPH SHERIDAN (6 wins from 27 rides, 22%) rides OTHERWORLDLY (1.15), ADELAIDE RIVER (4.10), GREEN ICON (5.20).
DECLAN MCDONOGH (5 wins from 29 rides, 17%) rides REBEL DANCE (1.50), ANDAB (2.25), SLANEY VIEW (3.00).
AIDAN O’BRIEN won the 1.50 race in 2022, 2023 and 2024. The stable is represented by New Yorker in the race today
AIDAN O’BRIEN won the 2.25 race in 2023 and 2025. The stable is represented by Causeway and Neolithic in the race today.
AIDAN O’BRIEN won the 4.10 race in 2016, 2017 and 2018 and 2019 and 2021 and 2025. The stable is represented by Edward Hamilton and Minnie Hauk in the race today
P J F MURPHY won the 4.45 race in 2019 and 2025. The stable is represented by Free Solo and Methgal in the race today
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 2nd May
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.
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.
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
FOODHALL
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.
SECOND FLOOR
GROUND FLOOR OF THE QUEENS ROOM
Take in one of the best views of the track while enjoying a traditional Ploughman’s Plate or a selection of freshly prepared chef’s sandwiches.
Enjoy the famous Queen’s View overlooking the Parade Ring while relaxing with tea, coffee, toasties and sweet treats.
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
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
A top-class Group 1 horse carries itself well, the good walk clear in the angle of hindquarters (bottom), large clear eye & ears
A short-coupled horse, rounder & plumper, is usually a better sprinter (5f/6f/7f)
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 DARK BLUE
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 atYork. Very interesting. Winning Range Gd-GF Star Rating 3
Search For A Song 2 flat wins r51,499.70— Handicap Rating 105
and
Oisin Murphy 8.12 won 1 3/4L hd from Vivionn (GB) 8.12 and Spirit of Appin (GB) 9.7 YORK 22 AUG
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
C.D. 9.0 4 to 9.0
1m 4f Gd 2/1Fav C.D. Hayes 9.0 2 3/4L 2nd to Trethias (GB) 9.0 NAAS 26 JUN 9rn Listed
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.
YES, WE HAVE A DEDICATED FREE SHUTTLE BUS SERVICE RUNNING ON ALL RACE DAYS FOR 2024. THE BUSES, PROVIDED BY FOSTERS, SERVE KILDARE AND NEWBRIDGE TOWNS AND TRAIN STATIONS, ALLOWING RACEGOERS TO ENJOY THEIR DAY OUT AND LEAVE THE CAR AT HOME. PLEASE VISIT THE TRANSPORT PAGE OF OUR WEBSITE FOR UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION ON TIMINGS AND PICK UP POINTS, AS THESE ARE COORDINATED ACCORDING TO THE ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE OF MAIN LINE TRAINS FOR EACH RACE DAY.
YES, WE TAKE CASH OR CARD THROUGHOUT THE RACECOURSE.
DO YOU HAVE MERCHANDISE FOR SALE?
YES, YOU WILL FIND OUR MERCHANDISE ON SALE AT THE RACECOURSE ON EACH FIXTURE AT THE INFORMATION DESK. YOU WILL ALSO FIND A SELECTION OF OUR MERCHANDISE AVAILABLE AT ORBY’S BY LUCY ON NON-RACE DAYS
WILL YOU BE SHOWING OTHER SPORTS ON THE SCREENS?
WE ALWAYS LOOK TO SHOW A SELECTION OF KEY SPORTS FIXTURES FEATURING ON THE DAY.
ONLY ASSISTANCE DOGS ARE PERMITTED PAST THE TURNSTILES. WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO LEAVE THEIR PETS SAFELY AT HOME.
WE DO HAVE A BAG DROP/ CLOAKROOM FACILITY PLEASE CHECK WITH A MEMBER OF THE RACE DAY STAFF IN THE MAIN RECEPTION. IS THERE AN ATM AT THE TRACK?
THERE ARE TWO ATMS ON SITE. ONE IS LOCATED ON THE GROUND FLOOR IN CHAMPIONS HALL AND THE OTHER IS NEAR THE DERBY BAR ON LEVEL 1.
YES, THE CURRAGH RACECOURSE IS COMMITTED TO BEING ACCESSIBLE TO ALL AND STRIVES TO BE AS INCLUSIVE AS POSSIBLE.
LOST PROPERTY IS LOCATED AT THE INFORMATION DESK, IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR A LOST ITEM AFTER GATES CLOSE THEN PLEASE RING THE RACECOURSE OFFICE ON + 353 (45) 441205 OPEN MONDAY – FRIDAY FROM 9AM – 5PM
Congratulations to some our winning owners from the Spring Raceday . It was a pleasure to celebrate with you!
THE CURRAGH WOULD LIKE TO THANK THE FOLLOWING FOR THEIR SUPPORT OF THE NEWBRIDGE PARISHES COMMUNITY RACEDAY!
Father Ruairi O’Domhnail
Reverend Isobel Jackson
Tracey Maher
Charlotte Vard
Susan Robinson
Maggie McElroy
Peter O’Neill
Treacy Group
PG Duffy & Sons
Horse Racing Ireland
Keadeen Hotel
Floods Horse Feeds
Coolmore Stud
Spar Shop Ballymany
Newbridge Parish Youth Group
Glennon Funeral Directors
Anderson and Leahy Funeral Directors
Jordan Estates
Newbridge Celtic FC
SCB Services
Tank Storage Systems
Caelan Power and Westwood Trailers
Nolan Butchers
Whitewater Shopping Centre
Newbridge Travel
Lily O’Brien’s
McGreals Pharmacy
Cosgroves Pharmacy
Bergen’s Pharmacy
Life Pharmacy
Photo Processing, Newbridge
WE WOULD ALSO LIKE TO THANK THE FOLLOWING FOR TAKING PART IN VARIOUS ACTIVITIES TODAY
Newbridge Athletic Club
Sarsfield GAA
Moorefield GAA
Cill Dara Rugby Club
Newbridge Rugby Club
Newbridge Town FC
Newbridge Celtic FC
Kildare Irish Figure Dancing
Caelan Power and Rhythm Collective
KNC Performing Arts
Leinster Academy of Dance
Leah Moran Stage School
Stage Academy Stage School
THE CURRAGH WOULD LIKE TO WELCOME MEMBERS OF THE KILDARE IRISH CULTURAL ASSOCIATION TO THE RACECOURSE TODAY
Irish Stallion Farms will contribute €3.1 million towards Irish prize-money in 2026, bringing our total investment to over €66m since the foundation of the Irish EBF in 1983.
MAIDEN OF €25,000 (GOFFS €50,000 BONUS SERIES RACE)
Stalls centre of course Value to winner: €14725; Second: €5000; Third: €2500; Fourth: €1250; Fifth: €750; Sixth: €500. (For Race Conditions see page 54)
Br Breeding B Breeder O Owner F Form J Jockey T Trainer
Dam won at 1m. Looks a strong contender on paper for top connections. Star Rating HHHHH
Dam won twice at 6f The stable are already among the winners with their juveniles and he has to be of real interest. Star Rating HHH
Dam unraced. Beaten 18l behind A Bear Affair at 14-1 when 13th of 15 on his racecourse debut at Doncaster over 5f (good to soft) in March. Star Rating HH
Dam unraced. Improved his sale price from $3,000 to 90,000 euros at Tattersalls in September but others make more appeal. Star Rating HH
Rockview Stables Ltd
Half-brother to Hardstyle, won three times between 7f and 1m 1f Beaten 16l behind Great Barrier Reef at 14-1 when last of 7 on his latest outing over this course and distance (soft) last month. Star Rating HH
Ch c Calyx (GB) - Magic America (USA) (High Yield (USA))
O Barry Fowler & John C Oxley & Justin Edward Casse Donnacha Aidan O’Brien
Half-brother to Second To None, won five times at 1m 1f and 1m 4f He is also closely related to a Listed juvenile winner over 7f and commands plenty of respect. Star Rating HHHH
Half-brother to Ghaly, won five times at 1m. His pedigree suggests he will be at home over further but that shouldn’t stop him from being competitive Star Rating HHH
Dam unraced. He would be a surprise winner this afternoon all things considered. Star Rating HH
Dam won at 7f Beaten 6l by Great Barrier Reef when second of 7 at 100-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (soft) last month. Star Rating HHHH
Dam won at 1m. A relatively cheap purchase who may be the type who prove better in nurseries later in the season. Star Rating HH
(GB) - Mrs King (Dubawi)
Newtown Anner Stud
Swords Bloodstock Limited
Half-sister to Kings Time, won twice at 7f. Bred with plenty of speed in the pedigree and it wouldn’t be a huge surprise to see her in the mix. Star Rating HHH
Br B f Mohaather (GB) - Edelmira (Peintre Celebre (USA))
Piercetown Stud & Tactful Finance
OMEGA Racing & Belle Morris & Russell B Jones JR
Half-sister to Emiyn, won five times between 1m and 2m 3f Well-bred filly from a strong Aga Khan family but she may prove better in time Star Rating HHH
Br B f Dawn Approach - Gaire Os Ard (Teofilo)
B J S Bolger
O Mrs J S Bolger J S Bolger
Dam won at 6f The yard’s first two-year-old runner of the campaign and any market support should be heeded. Star Rating HHH
Probable Starting Prices - 3/1 Ischgl, 4/1 Immortal Guard, 11/2 Belicoso, 13/2 High King, Otherworldly, 10/1 Belle Of The Ball, Lan De Ghaire, 20/1 Best Love, Star Glory, 25/1 Ocean Club, 50/1 High Morals (USA), Duke Of Arrakis, Golden Arizona 2025 - 1st Andab 2nd Gavoo 3rd Innumerable (1 min. 13.2 sec.)
Joseph O’Brien looks to have a nice bunch of juveniles this season and newcomer BELICOSO can make a winning introduction. A son of Churchill, the colt is out of a decent mare who picked up black type in France With Dylan Browne McMonagle in the saddle, he appears to be the stable number one and a high draw is usually the place to be on the sprint track here Ischgl misbehaved at the start on debut but ultimately ran a decent race to finish second behind a well-regarded Ballydoyle colt, while High King is a well-bred debutant who also enters calculations.
WIN: BELICOSO DANGER: Ischgl
(Includesallracedaystodate)
In celebration of the ‘Year of the Horse’, The Curragh is delighted to welcome members of the Irish Chinese Information Centre and the local Chinese community to the racecourse today!
The Irish Chinese association information center was organized and established by Dr Katherine Chan Mullen in 2002 and officially registered with the Irish government. This move marked a more formal and systematic organizational platform for the Chinese community in Ireland, so as to better serve local Chinese and overseas Chinese and promote their integration into the mainstream Irish society. Up to now, the Irish Chinese association information center has been led by three generations of presidents. Each generation has innovated while inheriting and developed while innovating. At present, the center has nearly a hundred members, who come from all walks of life and have diverse backgrounds, but all share the common vision of serving Chinese. This center is dedicated to serving Chinese people in Ireland. It not only offers assistance and support in their daily lives but also actively promotes exchanges and cooperation between Ireland and China in the cultural and economic fields.
Ambassador Sha Hailin and the Mayor of Dublin, among others, attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony when the Irish Chinese association information center was established in 2002
The Irish Chinese association information center of Ireland holds a variety of activities every year, such as the grand Spring Festival celebrations. These activities not only brought joy and cohesion to the Chinese community, but also demonstrated the unique charm of Chinese culture to all sectors of Irish society. Through these activities, the center has effectively strengthened the connection and interaction among communities, enabling more people to understand and experience the essence of Chinese culture.
The Irish Chinese association information center successfully promoted the establishment of a sister city relationship between Hangzhou and Limerick. This move further deepened the friendly cooperation between the two countries. By promoting trade, investment cooperation and cultural exchanges between the two countries, the Center Contributed to the economic development of Ireland and China. To promote communication and understanding between the provinces and cities in Ireland and facilitate economic and cultural exchanges.
Charity plays an important role in the Irish Chinese association information center. In the charity activities, I.C.C.S.S.information center not only donated generously to the Irish Children’s Hospital, but also lent a hand to the earthquake-stricken areas in Sichuan, China, and contributed to the construction of schools in Africa. These charitable actions not only bring hope to those in need, but also fully demonstrate the selfless love and strong will of the Chinese community.
They have sent much-needed supplies to children and refugees in Ireland, China and Africa, allowing love to cross thousands of mountains and rivers and pass on warmth and care. During the epidemic, the center was concerned about the world and donated epidemic prevention materials to relevant cities and departments in China and Ireland.
Stalls centre of course Value to winner: €29450; Second: €10000; Third: €5000; Fourth: €2500; Fifth: €1500; Sixth: €1000. (For Race Conditions see page 54)
Dam a lightly raced maiden. Placed once in two starts. Finished 4l behind Star Prospect when fourth of 6 at 6-5fav on his latest outing over this course and distance (soft) last month. Star Rating HHH
Dam won five times at 5f and 6f including two Group 1 races. Won on his latest outing when 4-7fav at Dundalk over 5f last month, beating Litmus Test by 1 1/4l. Star Rating HHHH
Half-brother to Tell William, won twice at 1m. A winner at 9-2 over this course and distance (soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Carry The Flag by 1 1/4l. Star Rating HHHHH
Half-sister to Navy Chief, won at 5f Won on her latest outing when 4-9fav at Dundalk over 5f in March, beating Belle Island by 4 1/2l. Star Rating HHH
Half-sister to No Speak Alexander, won three times at 7f and 1m including a Group 1 race Despite lacking racecourse experience, she cannot be discounted in the slightest. Star Rating HHH
Dam unraced. A winner at 11-4 at Cork over 5f (soft) on her latest outing last month, beating Celestial Crown by a short head. Star Rating HHH
Half-sister to Evening Saigon, won twice at 5f and 6f Third of 6 behind Star Prospect beaten 1 1/2l at 7-1 on her racecourse debut over this course and distance (soft) last month. Star Rating HHHH
A Girl Wants
Probable Starting Prices - 9/4 New Yorker (USA), 5/2 Star Prospect, 11/2 Maria Quiteria, 6/1 Velozee, 10/1 What A Girl Wants, 11/1 Rebel Dance, 14/1 Blixen Force 2025 - 1st Lady Iman 2nd True Love 3rd Power Blue (1 min. 2.5 sec.)
Having shown a smart turn of foot to make a winning debut over course and distance last month, STAR PROSPECT can maintain his unbeaten record. Joseph O’Brien’s Starman colt travelled strongly throughout that contest before quickening smartly over a furlong out to readily open his account. Dundalk winner New Yorker will have to improve on that bare form but the No Nay Never colt was sent off a short price and had clearly been showing up well at home What A Girl Wants finished behind Star Prospect on debut but has place possibilities all the same
WIN: STAR PROSPECT
DANGER: New Yorker
A representative of AES Recycling will present a trophy to the winning owner and Tank Storage Systems will present €100 to the groom in charge of horse judged to be best turned out.
The team at The Curragh were deeply saddened to hear of the recent passing of John Fleming. He was a well-known figure in the Irish horse racing community, serving as a racehorse owner and the long-time publisher of the Irish Racing Yearbook, which he had produced for over 20 years.
Fleming was a patron of several trainers and was successfully involved in many horses trained by Michael O’Callaghan including the very speedy Navassa Island who broke her maiden at the Curragh as a two year old, while he was also a co owner of the Joe Murphy trained Cercene who finished third in the Tattersalls Irish 1000 Guineas last year
We extend our condolences to John’s family, especially his wife Marian and his children Danny, Fintan and Orlaith.
THE COOLMORE STUD HENRY LONGFELLOW IRISH EBF TETRARCH STAKES OF €50,000 (LISTED RACE)
Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €29450; Second: €10000; Third: €5000; Fourth: €2500; Fifth: €1500; Sixth: €1000. (For Race Conditions see page 54)
Br B g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Tickled Pink (Invincible Spirit)
B T Stewart
O Al Shaqab Racing & Trevor C Stewart
McDonogh
Successful at 6f and 7f on good ground and on the all-weather Third of 7 behind Timeforshowcasing beaten 2 3/4l at 7-4fav on his latest outing at Newcastle over 1m last month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time Star Rating HHH
Andab 2 flat wins €42,775.00 C Handicap Rating 103 Billy Loughnane 9.7 nk 2 1/2L 3rd to Timeforshowcasing (GB) 8.13
Pierre-Charles Boudot 9.2 hd 2nd to August George 9.2 DOHA 14
11/10Fav HR103 Dylan Browne McMonagle 9.5 won 1 1/2L 1 1/4L from Which Wolf Wins 9.5 and Frescobaldi 9.5
2 CAUSEWAY (43)
Br B c Wootton Bassett (GB) - Heaven of Heavens (Galileo) (CPiece) 41-1 F B Coolmore Ryan Moore J O Michael Tabor
Successful twice at 7f on soft and soft - heavy ground. Won on his latest outing when 13-8fav at Naas over 7f (soft) in March, beating Controlled by a head. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time Star Rating HHHHH
3 GERYON (22)
Br B c Lope de Vega - Oboe (USA) (Mizzen Mast (USA)) (TStrap) 122-4 F B Newtown Anner Stud Farm Ltd Gary Carroll J O Newtown Anner Stud Farm Ltd G
A winner at 7f on good ground. Finished 4 1/2l behind Thesecretadversary when fourth of 11 at 17-2 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Ballylinch Stud Red Rocks Stakes at Leopardstown over 7f (good - yielding) last month. Star Rating HHH
Geryon 1 flat win €11,800.00 C Handicap Rating 106 17/2 HR107 Gary Carroll 9.5 (TS) 2 1/2L 3/4L 1 1/4L 4th to Thesecretadversary 9.5 LEP 12 APR 11rn Group 3 7f 42yds Gd/Yld 9/4 Colin Keane 9.5 3 1/4L 2nd to Hawk Mountain 9.5 here 27 SEP 25 5rn Group 2 1m Yld/Sft 3/1 Gary
Br B c Pinatubo - Liwa Palace (GB) (Oasis Dream (GB)) (TStrap) 1-2 F B Al Shira’Aa Racing Limited Dylan Browne McMonagle J O Al Shira’aa Racing Joseph Patrick O’Brien T
A winner at 7f on the all-weather Beaten 3 1/2l by Neolithic when second of 4 at 13-2 on his latest outing at Gowran Park over 7f (soft) last month. Star Rating HHH
Greek Mythology 1 flat win €12,980.00
5 IRON LILY (22)
(7) Br B c Wootton Bassett
A winner at 7f on the all-weather Finished 5l behind Thesecretadversary when sixth of 11 at 18-1 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Ballylinch Stud Red Rocks Stakes at Leopardstown over 7f (good - yielding) last month. Star Rating HH
Successful at 6f and 7f on good and soft ground. Won on his latest outing when 10-11fav at Gowran Park over 7f (soft) last month, beating Greek Mythology by 3 1/2l. Star Rating HHHH
Br B g Without Parole (GB) - Olivia Pope (Lilbourne Lad)
F B Abingdon & Witney College
McAteer J O MRC International David Marnane T
A winner at 7f on yielding ground. Third of 11 behind Thesecretadversary beaten 3 1/2l at 25-1 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Ballylinch Stud Red Rocks Stakes at Leopardstown over 7f (good - yielding) last month. Star Rating HHHH
Redemption Road (GB) 1 flat win €11,800.00 Handicap Rating 101
25/1
HR89 Luke McAteer 9.5 2 1/2L 3/4L 3rd to Thesecretadversary 9.5 LEP 12 APR 11rn Group 3 7f 42yds Gd/Yld 18/1
HR89 Robbie Colgan 9.11 (H) 3L 3 1/4L 3rd to Blanc De Blanc (USA) 9.3 DUN 27 FEB 9rn 1m Std 9/2 HR84 Luke McAteer 9.3 (H) 7 3/4L 8th of 11 to Alphecca 9.0 NAAS 12 OCT 25 7f Yld
B c Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Freedonia (GB) (Selkirk (USA))
F B Niarchos Family
O Maribeth Sandford J P Murtagh T
A winner at 7f on good - yielding ground. Beaten 4 1/2l by Hardy Warrior when second of 3 at 11-4 on his latest outing at Naas over 1m (soft) in March. Star Rating HH
Take Charge Star 1 flat win €10,620.00 Handicap Rating 92 11/4 HR92 Ben Coen 9.9 4 1/2L 2nd to Hardy Warrior 9.9 NAAS 22 MAR 3rn 1m Sft
8/1 Ben Coen 9.5 4 3/4L 6th of 30 to Dorset 9.5 here 27 SEP 25 7f Sft 7/2 Ben Coen 9.5 won 2 1/2L 1L from Spangled Sands 9.5 and Krasimir 9.5 GOW
CPiece worn by No 1, No 2, No 6. TStrap worn by No 3, No 4. Probable Starting Prices - 9/4 Neolithic, 5/1 Andab, Causeway, Geryon, 15/2 Greek Mythology, Redemption Road (GB), 16/1 Iron Lily, Take Charge Star 2025 - 1st Officer 2nd Currawood 3rd Alakazi (FR) (1 min. 39.2 sec.)
Madrid Handicap winner CAUSEWAY can step up in class to register a third successive win. Despite an official rating of 99, the Aidan O’Brien-trained colt is almost certainly better than that rating, and it is surely significant that Ryan Moore has elected to ride the Derby entrant here With stablemate Neolithic holding the highest official rating (107) of the octet, the presence of Moore on Causeway really catches the eye The aforementioned Neolithic finished third on his reappearance in the Gladness Stakes, before winning at Gowran after On bare form, the Sioux Nation colt sets the standard. Leopardstown Group 3 third Redemption Road should be capable of a big run for the David Marnane stable WIN: CAUSEWAY DANGER: Neolithic
A representative of Coolmore Stud will present a trophy to the winning owner and a gift to the groom in charge of the horse judged to be best turned out.
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.
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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)
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Starting from stalls. Handicaps calculated 29th April. Value to winner: €15314; Second: €5200; Third: €2600; Fourth: €1300; Fifth: €780; Sixth: €520. (For Race Conditions see page 54)
Br Breeding B Breeder O Owner F Form J Jockey T Trainer
Furlongs (1,400 metres) Rathbride Post
Placed once in three starts. Finished 5l behind Skydance when sixth of 15 at 7-1 on her latest outing at Leopardstown over 1m (good - yielding) last month. Star Rating HHH
Justiciar Handicap Rating 86
7/1 Gary Carroll 9.3 5 1/4L 6th of 15 to Skydance (GB) 9.3 LEP 12
mdn 1m Gd/Yld 15/8Fav Colin Keane 9.0 9L 7th of 10 to Diamond Necklace 8.11
Colin
A winner at 7f on the all-weather. Beaten 11l behind True Love at 80-1 when 11th of 13 on her latest outing in the
Placed twice in four starts. Beaten 7l behind Skydance at 10-1 when eighth of 15 on her latest outing at Leopardstown over 1m (good - yielding) last month. Star Rating HHH
Handicap Rating 82
10/1 HR82 Wayne Lordan 9.3 6 1/4L 8th of 15 to Skydance (GB) 9.3 LEP 12 APR mdn 1m Gd/Yld 5/2 J. Cleary 8.11 (TS) 3 1/2L 2nd to Aegina (GB) 9.2 DUN 31 OCT 25 7rn mdn 5f Std 16/5 Wayne Lordan 9.2 1 3/4L 2nd to Josh’s Joy 9.2 NAAS 12
4 PREVALENCE (GB) (178)
Br B f Dark Angel - Occurrence (GB) (Frankel (GB)) 01- F B Juddmonte Farms Ltd Nicola Burns (5) J O Juddmonte G M Lyons T
Prevalence (GB) 1 flat win €10,620.00 D Handicap Rating 82 11/4 Colin Keane 9.2 won 1/2L 3/4L from Astronomically 8.11 and Liberation Date (GB) 9.2 DUN 7 NOV 25
26.2sec 15/2 Gary Carroll 9.2 7 1/2L 10th of 13 to Yellowstone Lake (FR) 9.2 DUN 26 SEP 25 mdn 7f Std
GREEN CARRERA (GB) (196)
9 6 (132) (10)
Br B f Lope de Vega - Fool For You (Lawman (FR)) (TStrap) 614- F B Coverdale Stud Dylan Browne McMonagle J O Simon Munir & Isaac Souede Joseph Patrick O’Brien T
Finished 15l behind Shayem when fourth of 5 at 6-1 on her latest outing at Pontefract over 1m (soft) in October last year. Star Rating HHHHH
Green Carrera (GB) 1 flat win €10,620.00 Handicap Rating 80
Tom Marquand 9.0 (TS) 4 1/4L 7L 3 3/4L 4th to Shayem 9.5 PONTEFRACT 20 OCT
Placed in five of eight starts. Third of 15 behind Perisher beaten 4 1/2l at 7-2 on her latest outing at Gowran Park over 1m (soft) last month. Star Rating HHH
A winner at 7f on the all-weather Finished 1 1/2l behind Bishopton when fourth of 8 at 9-2 on her latest outing at Dundalk over 7f in March. She is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time Star Rating HHH
Molly&Paul Willis Racing,Mrs J S Bolger J S
Placed in three of four starts. Well beaten at 66-1 behind True Love when last of 13 on her latest outing in the Group 3 Ballylinch Stud Priory Belle Stakes at Leopardstown over 7f (good - yielding) last month. Star Rating HH
Slaney View Handicap Rating 76
66/1 HR77 Declan McDonogh 9.2 20L last of 13 to True Love 9.5 LEP 12 APR Group 3 7f 42yds Yld 11/4Fav Gary Carroll 9.3 1/2L 2nd to Opalite (GB) 9.3 here 28 MAR 12rn mdn 6f Sft/Hvy 15/8 Ross Coakley 9.2 1 1/2L 1L 3rd to Baby Basma 9.2 CK 6
9 SAINT AGATHA (33)
Br B f St Mark’s Basilica (FR) - Scream Blue Murder (Oratorio) 28-3 F B Coolmore & Cayton Park Stud Ltd Seamie Heffernan J O Cayton Park Stud & Mrs John Magnier J A Stack T
Placed twice in three starts. Third of 8 behind Ocean’s Breath beaten 3 1/2l at 4-1 on her latest outing at Dundalk over 6f last month. Star Rating HHHH
Saint Agatha Handicap Rating 75 4/1 Seamie Heffernan 9.3 3L 1/2L 3rd to Ocean’s Breath 9.8 DUN 1 APR 8rn mdn 6f Std 18/1 Seamie Heffernan 9.0 9 1/4L 8th of 10 to Diamond Necklace 8.11 here 9 AUG 25 7f Gd 9/1 Seamie Heffernan 9.2 1/2L 2nd to Sugar Island 9.2 here 20
10 STAR OF BEAUTY (30)
Br Ch f Starman (GB) - Russian Campaign (Declaration of War (USA)) (C,T) 53-65 F B Barouche Stud Ireland Ltd Ronan Whelan J O David K Kelly & Mrs Pauline Condon K J Condon T
Placed once in four starts. Finished 6l behind Wild Bessie when fifth of 11 at 18-1 on her latest outing at Cork over 7f (soft) last month. She is wearing cheekpieces and a tongue-tie for the first time Star Rating HHH
Star Of Beauty Handicap Rating 75
18/1 HR75 Billy Lee 9.3 (V) 5 3/4L 5th of 11 to Wild Bessie 9.3 CK 4
mdn 7f Sft 9/1 Billy Lee 9.3 5 3/4L 6th of 14 to Son Of Beauty 9.5 DUN 6 MAR mdn 1m Std 28/1 Ben Coen 9.0 nk s/hd 3rd to Fresh Fade 9.7 NAAS 24 AUG 25 13rn mdn 5f 205yds Gd
11 LAMBERELLA (9) 3 9 0 (126) (1)
Br Ch f Gleneagles - Lambari (FR) (Medicean (GB))
Lambari Partnership
MRC International
Unplaced in both starts. Finished 8l behind Signora when fifth of 13 at 66-1 on her latest outing at Limerick over 7f (yielding) last month. Star Rating HH
Lamberella Handicap Rating 74 66/1 Luke McAteer 9.3 8L 5th of 13 to Signora 8.12 LIM 25 APR mdn 7f 50yds Yld 125/1 Luke McAteer 9.3 9L 9th of 15 to Skydance (GB) 9.3 LEP 12 APR mdn 1m Gd/Yld 200/1 Luke McAteer 9.2 24L last of 16 to Bloom 8.11 CK 30 SEP 25 mdn 1m Yld
Br B f Starman (GB) - Vida Amorosa (Lope de Vega)
8450- F B Ballyheashall Stud Chris Hayes J O Ballyheashall Stud Noel Meade T
Beaten 10l behind All The Girls at 10-1 when 10th of 14 on her latest outing at Dundalk over 7f in October last year Star Rating HH
Stella Amorosa Handicap Rating 72
10/1 HR74 Chris Hayes 9.3 10L 10th of 14 to All The Girls 8.11 DUN
3/4L s/hd 4th to Mushaffar (FR) 9.2 here 16 AUG 25 19rn
C,T worn by No 10 TStrap worn by No 5, No 7. Probable Starting Prices - 11/4 Prevalence (GB), 7/1 Institute, Green Carrera (GB), Saint Agatha, 10/1 Justiciar, Sanctijude, Spinning Around, Slaney View, 12/1 Anushka, Lamberella, 16/1 Star Of Beauty, 33/1 Stella Amorosa 2025 - 1st Murkala 2nd Sweet Chariot 3rd Hugo’s Girl (1 min. 26.4 sec.)
GREEN CARRERA could prove well treated off a mark of 80 on her handicap debut. Winner of a Thurles maiden over a mile last October, the Joseph O’Brien-trained filly failed to get competitive when well beaten in a Listed race on her final juvenile start. However, given that that race was just two weeks after her maiden and was run on testing ground, she is readily forgiven that below-par effort. Prevalence came forward from her debut to win her maiden on second start. She is open to improvement. Dundalk third Saint Agatha is also worthy of consideration.
WIN: GREEN CARRERA DANGER: Prevalence
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The passing of Liam Browne marks the end of a remarkable chapter in Irish racing, a life defined by dedication, discipline, and a deep understanding of the horse.
Browne first made his name as a gifted jockey, rising to become a three-time champion apprentice from 1956 to 1958. His first big success in the saddle was on But Why for Cecil Brabazon in the 1957 Leopardstown November Handicap, while he went on to win the Pretty Polly Stakes on the Mickey Rogers-trained Owenello in 1958 and the Irish Lincoln on hot favourite Bright Talk in 1959.
As a Curragh based trainer, his name will forever be linked with the brilliant Dara Monarch, whose victories in the Irish 2,000 Guineas and at Royal Ascot brought Browne to the pinnacle of Flat racing Browne had a brilliant eye for a bargain, and Dara Monarch was picked up for a snip at just 5,000 guineas, while perhaps his best piece of business was buying Carlingford Castle for 7,500 guineas. He went on to finish runner-up behind Teenoso in the 1983 Epsom Derby (G1) before being sold on for £660,000.
Yet his achievements stretched beyond the Flat; Cheltenham Festival winners like Mr Kildare and Slaney Idol highlighted his versatility and skill across disciplines.
But statistics and trophies tell only part of the story. Browne’s true legacy lies in the people he guided. He was a mentor to generations of riders, including greats like Mick Kinane, helping to shape careers with a blend of discipline, patience, and belief. Those who came through his yard often spoke of a man who demanded high standards but gave just as much in return—a “perfectionist,” yet always fair As well as Kinane, Browne also brought the likes of Tommy Carmody, Jamie Spencer, Stephen Craine, and Mark Dwyer up through the ranks. His was the ultimate academy for young, up-and-coming riders back in the day.
Predeceased by his wife Anne, we extend our sympathy to his five children -Dermot, Caroline, Martin, Siobhan, and Anne Marie and other family members and friends
Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €41230; Second: €14000; Third: €7000; Fourth: €3500; Fifth: €2100; Sixth: €1400. (For Race Conditions see page 54)
Successful at 7f and 1m on yielding and soft - heavy ground. Beaten 6l behind Bobby Mcgee at 13-2 when seventh of 10 on her latest outing at Naas over 1m (good) last month. Star Rating HH
Br Gr f Havana Grey (GB) - Perfect Outing (GB) (Outstrip (GB)) (CPiece)
B Gerard Corry & Ringfort Stud
Successful twice at 7f on soft ground. Beaten 10l behind True Love at 3-1jt-fav when 9th of 13 on her latest outing in the Group 3 Ballylinch Stud Priory Belle Stakes at Leopardstown over 7f (good - yielding) last month. Star Rating HHHH
Black Caviar Gold 2 flat wins €46,020.00 C Handicap Rating 107
3/1Fav HR108 Billy Lee 9.2 9
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A winner at 7f on good ground. Beaten 10l behind True Love at 7-1 when eighth of 13 on her latest outing in the Group 3 Ballylinch Stud Priory Belle Stakes at Leopardstown over 7f (good - yielding) last month. Star Rating HHH
Half-sister to Gleneagles, won seven times at 7f and 1m including four Group 1 races. Won on her latest outing when evens fav at Naas over 1m (soft) in March, beating Fleur De Provence by 1 1/4l. Star Rating HHHHH
A winner at 7f on good - yielding ground. Beaten 8l behind True Love at 18-1 when seventh of 13 on her latest outing in the Group 3 Ballylinch Stud Priory Belle Stakes at Leopardstown over 7f (good - yielding) last month. Star Rating HH
A winner at 1m on good - yielding ground. Finished 7l behind True Love when fourth of 13 at 28-1 on her latest outing in the Group 3 Ballylinch Stud Priory Belle Stakes at Leopardstown over 7f (good - yielding) last month. Star Rating HHHH
A winner at 7f on yielding - soft ground. Finished 7l behind True Love when sixth of 13 at 20-1 on her latest outing in the Group 3 Ballylinch Stud Priory Belle Stakes at Leopardstown over 7f (good - yielding) last month. Star Rating HH
A winner at 10-1 here over 7f (heavy) on her latest outing in March, beating Signora by 1 3/4l. Star Rating HHH
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Won on her latest outing when 5-4fav at Gowran Park over 1m (soft) last month, beating Rayzera by 6l. Star Rating HHH
A winner at 5-1 at Dundalk over 1m on her latest outing in November last year, beating Guardian Of Realm by 2 3/4l. Star Rating HHH
Placed in all four of her starts. Third of 10 behind Drop Dead Gorgeous beaten 1 3/4l at 5-2 on her latest outing at Naas over 1m (soft) in March. She is wearing cheekpieces for the first time Star Rating HHH
White Sand Beach (USA) Handicap Rating 85 5/2 HR85 Wayne Lordan 9.3 1 1/4L 1/2L 3rd to Drop Dead Gorgeous 9.3
1/1Fav Wayne Lordan 9.2 1 1/2L 2nd to Mr Vettori 9.7 GOW 20 OCT 25 9rn mdn 1m 75yds Hvy 11/10Fav Wayne Lordan 9.2 4 1/2L 1 1/2L 3rd to Spangled Sands 9.7 here 28 SEP 25 12rn mdn 7f Sft 12 WILD BESSIE (30) 3 9
Br B f Space Blues - Wild Child (Galileo)
B Mrs S Rowley-Williams Ronan Whelan J O Mrs S Rowley-Williams Henry de Bromhead T
A winner at 28-1 at Cork over 7f (soft) on her latest outing last month, beating Signora by 3/4l. Star Rating HH
Wild Bessie 1 flat win €10,013.00 Handicap Rating 92 28/1 Ronan Whelan 9.3 won 3/4L 2 1/4L from Signora 9.3 and Expert Dancer (GB) 9.3 CK 4
CPiece worn by No 2, No 11. Probable Starting Prices - 3/1 Drop Dead Gorgeous, 5/1 Black Caviar Gold, 13/2 Killashee Warrior (GB), 7/1 Sinmara (GB), 10/1 Caught U Sleeping, 11/1 Pollenca, White Sand Beach (USA), Wild Bessie, 12/1 Kensington Lane, 14/1 Mayflower, 33/1 Alphecca, Sky Watch 2025 - 1st Atsila 2nd Cercene 3rd Barnavara (1 min. 40 sec.)
The exceptionally well-bred DROP DEAD GORGEOUS can make it two-from-two A daughter of Dubawi, the Aidan O’Brien-trained filly is closely related to multiple black type and Classic winners. Having made a winning introduction at Naas in March, connections will be hoping that the Oaks entrant can continue her progress before having her sights raised further in the coming months. A Group 3 winner as a juvenile, Black Caviar Gold sets the standard. Although a beaten favourite on her reappearance, the Paddy Twomey-trained daughter of Havana Grey is entitled to improve for that outing. Killashee Warrior, who finished in front of Black Caviar Gold last time, also holds claims in a decent affair
WIN: DROP DEAD GORGEOUS
DANGER: Black Caviar Gold
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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
of more than 15 runners –1/4 , 1,2,3,4
Clem Murphy, one of the most respected and long-serving members of the Coolmore team is being honoured today with the Mooresbridge Stakes being named in his memory.
“We count ourselves extremely lucky to have had Clem with us at Coolmore since the outset. He soon became part of our family and his friendship was treasured by us all. He had an unparalleled knowledge of the global bloodstock market and a great interest in the sport of racing. Firm but always fair, he was an extraordinarily clear thinker who could always find solutions where others only saw problems. A family man through and through, I will miss him greatly as will all who had the pleasure of knowing him. Clem had no enemies and the respect of all, a perfect example for us all to follow.”
“A visionary leader and devoted ambassador who helped elevate the Breeders’ Cup to global prominence through decades of dedicated service, integrity, and passion for thoroughbred racing.”
Starting from stalls. Value to winner: €76570; Second: €26000; Third: €13000; Fourth: €6500; Fifth: €3900; Sixth: €2600. (For Race Conditions see page 54)
at 1m and 1m 4f on good ground and on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago Beaten 7l behind Half Yours when 12th of 18 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Sportsbet Caulfield Cup at Caulfield over 1m 4f in October last year Having his first run for a new stable today Star Rating HH
8.9 3 1/4L 7th of 14 to Sir Delius (GB) 9.2 FLEMINGTON 4 OCT 25 1m 2f Gd T. Schiller 8.12 ns 2nd to Birdman 8.9 RANDWICK 20 SEP 25 14rn 1m 2f Gd
Br B g Frankel (GB) - Blue Kimono (Invincible Spirit)
F B White Birch Farm, SC Wayne
J O Peter M Brant & Mrs John Magnier & Michael Tabor & Derrick
A P O’Brien
A winner at 1m 3f on the all-weather Well beaten at 66-1 behind Starford when last of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (soft) last month. Star Rating H
Edward Hamilton 1 flat win €7,080.00 Handicap Rating 88 66/1 Wayne Lordan 9.5 (BK) 20L last of 12 to Starford 9.5 here 19 APR Group 3 1m 2f Sft 16/1 Ronan Whelan 9.3 35L last of 10 to Shaool 9.2 LEP 19 OCT 25 Listed 1m 2f Hvy 11/10Fav Wayne Lordan 9.8 won 1 1/2L 1/2L from Ben Lawers (GB) 9.8 and Hamadhan 9.8
3 TIBERIUS THUNDER (43)
(4) Br Ch c Night of Thunder - Ellthea (Kodiac (GB))
B Castlefarm Stud David Egan
O AMO Racing Limited & Giselle De Aguiar Robson De Aguiar
A winner at 1m on the all-weather. Well beaten at 12-1 behind Beset when seventh of 8 on his latest outing at Naas over 1m 3f (soft) in March. Star Rating HH
Tiberius Thunder 1 flat win €7,080.00 Handicap Rating 103
12/1 HR104 David Egan 9.7 51L 7th of 8 to Beset (GB) 9.5 NAAS 22 MAR Listed 1m 2f 125yds Sft Frankie Dettori 8.10 3 1/2L 8th of 9 to World Beater (USA) 8.10 SARATOGA 2 AUG 25 Group 1 1m 1f 110yds Frm David Egan 9.2 3 1/2L 1L nk 4th to Trinity College 9.2 ASCOT 19 JUN 25 12rn Group 3
4 BESET (GB) (15)
9 2 (128) (1) Br B f Expert Eye (GB) - Beshayer (FR) (Galileo) (CPiece) 5921-12 F B Dunchurch Lodge Stud Company Dylan Browne McMonagle J O Kevin Blake & Emma Palmer & Michael Wilson & N E F Luck Joseph Patrick O’Brien T
She has won four times from 1m 2f to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to heavy and on the all-weather Beaten 3/4l by Starford when second of 12 at 7-2 on her latest outing over this course and distance (soft) last month. Star Rating HHH
Beset (GB) 4 flat wins €80,921.40 C Handicap Rating 106 7/2 HR106 Declan McDonogh 9.2 (CP) 3/4L 2nd to Starford 9.5 here 19 APR 12rn
11/4 HR106 Declan McDonogh 9.5 (CP) won 3L 2L from Lemsairbat (FR) 9.2 and Sunchart (GB) 9.7 NAAS 22 MAR 8rn Listed
7/1 HR100 Declan McDonogh 9.2 (CP) won 7 1/2L 3/4L from Royal Entry 9.2 and Snapretend 8.11 here 2
5 CERCENE (233)
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Br Ch f Australia (GB) - Tschierschen (Acclamation (GB)) 323125- F B China Horse Club International Ltd Gary Carroll J O Shane R Stafford Joseph G Murphy T
Successful at 7f and 1m on good to firm and good ground. Finished 3l behind Fallen Angel when fifth of 11 at 5-1 on her latest outing in the Group 1 Coolmore America ‘Justify’ Matron Stakes at Leopardstown over 1m (good - yielding) in September last year Star Rating HHHH
Cercene 2 flat wins €510,620.80 Handicap Rating 113
5/1 HR113 Gary Carroll 9.2 3L 5th of 11 to Fallen Angel (GB) 9.7 LEP 13 SEP 25 Group 1 1m Gd/Yld
G. F. Carroll 9.0 5L 2nd to Whirl 9.0 GOODWOOD 31 JUL 25 5rn Group 1 1m 1f 197yds Hvy
G. F. Carroll 9.2 won 1/2L 1L from Zarigana (GB) 9.2 and January 9.2 ASCOT 20 JUN 25
MINNIE HAUK (184)
Br B f Frankel (GB) - Multilingual (GB) (Dansili (GB)) 111126- F B B V Sangster Ryan Moore J O Derrick Smith & Mrs John Magnier & Michael Tabor A P O’Brien T Minnie Hauk 5 flat wins €1,179,168.60 C Handicap Rating
Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Finished 5l behind Ethical Diamond when sixth of 14 at 6-4fav on her latest outing at Del Mar over 1m 4f (good) in November last year Star Rating HHHHH
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Br B f Belardo - Imtidaad (USA) (Lemon Drop Kid (USA)) (CPiece) 33211-6 F B Belmont Bloodstock Ltd Ben Coen J O Broadfield Group Syndicate J P Murtagh T
She has won three times from 1m 1f to 1m 2f on ground varying from good - yielding to heavy Finished 13l behind Beset when sixth of 8 at 5-4fav on her latest outing at Naas over 1m 3f (soft) in March. Star Rating HH
Shaool 3 flat wins €126,850.00 CD Handicap Rating 107
5/4Fav HR108 Ben Coen 9.5 12L 6th of 8 to Beset (GB) 9.5 NAAS 22 MAR Listed 1m 2f 125yds Sft 6/4Fav HR97 Ben Coen 9.2 won 6L 1 3/4L from Acapulco Bay 9.3 and Certain Lad (GB) 9.7 LEP 19 OCT 25
11/2 HR85 Ben Coen 9.0 won 2 1/2L nk from Tony Montana (GB) 9.9 and Crown Of Oaks (GB) 9.2 here 14 SEP 25
Blinkers worn by No 2. CPiece worn by No 4, No 7. TStrap worn by No 1. Probable Starting Prices - 10/11 Minnie Hauk, 15/8 Cercene, 10/1 Beset (GB), 16/1 Shaool, 20/1 Adelaide River, 25/1 Tiberius Thunder, 50/1 Edward Hamilton 2025 - 1st Los Angeles 2nd White Birch (GB) 3rd Trustyourinstinct (2 min. 5.2 sec.)
Dual Oaks winner MINNIE HAUK can make a victorious reappearance under Ryan Moore Having landed her first four starts last term, the Aidan O’Brien-trained filly clearly runs well fresh and is sure to be close to peak fitness with some big early-season targets just around the corner Coronation Stakes winner Cercene is an intriguing runner on what is only her second start over this trip On the evidence of her Nassau Stakes second, she should have no stamina worries. Beset is next best.
WIN: MINNIE HAUK
DANGER: Cercene
A representative of Coolmore Stud will present a trophy to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a gift to the groom in charge of the horse judged to be best turned out.
Have you ever wondered why some horses wear headgear? Is it just a fashion accessory? Most definitely not. Headgear is a useful tool in the armoury of a trainer and is used to aid a horse’s performance on the track.
BLINKERS - Blinkers can be used to aid concentration. A half cup placed behind the horses eye helps them to keep looking forwards to focus on the job at hand - winning their race!
VISORS - Very similar to blinkers but with a slit cut in the side of the cup, which enables a horse to see the other runners around them.
CHEEKPIECES - Sheepskin Cheekpieces work on a similar principle to Blinkers and Visors but allow a slightly better range of vision.
EYE SHIELDS - Eye Shields are a fine mesh that covers the entire eye but they do allow full vision.
HOOD - Covering the ears and head, a hood is used for horses that are easily spooked by crowds or noises, rather than for concentration purposes.
NOSEBAND - A Noseband is designed to restrict the field of vision and encourage a horse to focus on the race, usually lowering their head in the process.
TONGUE STRAP - Horses do not breathe through their mouth but even so, it can hamper speed and performance to have their mouth open or tongue flopping about. A tongue strap prevents this by keeping the tongue in place for the duration of the race.
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Starting from stalls. Handicaps calculated 29th April. Value to winner: €10602; Second: €3600; Third: €1800; Fourth: €900; Fifth: €540; Sixth: €360. (For Race Conditions see page 54)
Winner of six races from 7f to 1m on good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 12l behind Glory To Be at 40-1 when 11th of 16 on his latest outing at Leopardstown over 7f (yielding - soft) last month. Star Rating H
25/1 HR77 Ben Coen 9.11 (CP) (TS) 9L 12th of 15 to
Br B f Churchill - Queen Grace (Choisir (AUS))
F B Ms Sinead Maher Robyn Donaghue-Leahy (4) J O Ms Sinead Maher Patrick J Flynn T
She has won three times from 5f to 6f on good and good - yielding ground and on the all-weather Beaten 8l behind Bint Majestic Roi at 16-1 when eighth of 21 on her latest outing here over 6f (soft) last month. Star Rating HH
Carrigans Grove 3 flat wins €22,420.00 C Handicap Rating 71 16/1 HR72 Robyn Donaghue-Leahy 9.9 (CP) 7 3/4L 8th of 21 to Bint Majestic Roi 9.12 here 19 APR Ext hcp 6f Sft 4/1Fav HR72 Robyn Donaghue-Leahy 9.9 (CP) 3 1/2L 10th of 14 to Rappell 9.12 DUN 26 SEP 25 hcp 6f Std 6/1 HR67 Robyn Donaghue-Leahy 9.8 (CP) won 1/2L nk from Amicitia 8.13 and Send Harry 9.5 here 30 AUG
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Br B g Henrythenavigator (USA) - Only Exception (Jeremy (USA)) (TStrap)
B M Grassick & A Goonan J Cleary
Winner of seven races from 7f to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to soft - heavy. Beaten 7l behind Electric Night at 14-1 when seventh of 14 on his latest outing at Limerick over 1m (yielding) last month. Star Rating HH
Loingseoir 7 flat wins €49,855.00 CD Handicap Rating 71 14/1 HR73 Hugh Horgan 9.12 (TS) 7L 7th of
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O Mrs John Murphy & John Pearson & Karl Kirwan
Placed in three of nine starts. Beaten 6l behind Bint Majestic Roi at 20-1 when seventh of 21 on his latest outing here over 6f (soft) last month. He is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time Star Rating HHHH
14/1 HR72 Shane
9.9 6L 7th of 12 to Smoke Them Out 9.5 here 15 MAR Ext hcp 6f Hvy 11/4Fav HR73 Reese Holohan 9.10 5 1/2L 8th of 11 to I’m Spartacus 9.6 DUN 6 MAR Ext hcp 6f Std 5 PINAR DEL RIO (GB) (108)
He has won three times from 6f to 7f on soft and soft - heavy ground, but last win was over two years ago Finished 5l behind Clonmacash when fourth of 14 at 4-1 on his latest outing at Dundalk over 7f in January Star Rating HHHHH
Pinar Del Rio (GB) 3 flat wins €28,910.00 C Handicap Rating 70 4/1 HR71 Patrick McGettigan 9.8 (CP) 2 1/2L 1 1/4L 1 1/2L 4th to Clonmacash
He has won four times at 1m on the all-weather Beaten 19l behind Electric Night at 12-1 when 12th of 14 on his latest outing at Limerick over 1m (yielding) last month. Star Rating HH
Br Gr g Requinto - Talkin Kate (Talkin Man (CAN)) (Hood) 70801- F B Mr Peadar Kelly Julian Pietropaolo (4) J O Peadar Kelly Kevin Michael Smith T
A winner at 40-1 at Dundalk over 1m on his latest outing in November last year, beating Georg Zhukov by 1 1/4l. Star Rating HHH
Java Wood 1 flat win €5,900.00 Handicap Rating 65
40/1 HR59 Julian Pietropaolo 9.8 (H) won 1 1/4L 1/2L from Georg Zhukov 8.9 and Ballymagreehan (GB) 9.11 DUN 26 NOV 25
100/1 Seamie Heffernan 9.10 (H) 21L 12th of 15 to Spodo Komodo (GB) 9.8 here 28 SEP 25 mdn 6f Yld/Sft
50/1 Wesley Joyce 9.6 (H) 6 1/2L 8th of 10 to Shadow Of The Moon 9.3 DRYL 5 SEP 25 mdn 5f Gd
Br B g Caravaggio (USA) - Anita Partner (Majestic Warrior (USA)) 500-163 F B Brandywine Farm (Jim & Pam Robinson) Paddy Harnett J O Nigel O’Hare & Martin W White & Mark Devlin & C G Bryson Natalia Lupini T
A winner at 1m on the all-weather Third of 14 behind Lahore Da King beaten 4l at 4-1 on his latest outing at Bellewstown over 1m (soft) last month. Star Rating HHH
Summer Island (USA) 1 flat win €5,900.00 Handicap Rating 65
4/1 HR65 Billy Lee 9.9 1 1/4L 2 1/2L 3rd to Lahore Da King 9.4 BELW 11 APR 14rn hcp 7f 205yds Sft 13/8Fav HR66 Wayne Lordan 9.10 (H) 3 3/4L 6th of 14 to Ohailbhic 9.10 DUN 13 MAR Ext hcp 1m Std 7/2 HR59 Reese Holohan 9.8 won 1/2L 2 3/4L from Beat The Devil 9.12 and
Br Gr g Alhebayeb - Begin The Beguine (Peintre Celebre (USA)) (Visor) 520431 F B Thomas G Cooke
Has won ten races from 7f to 1m on good and heavy ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 4-1 at Dundalk over 1m on his latest outing last month, beating Famous Enough by a neck. Star Rating HHH
Comfort Line 10 flat wins €74,045.00 D Handicap Rating 64 4/1
She has won three times from 7f to 1m on soft and yielding ground and on the all-weather Finished 6l behind Electric Night when fifth of 14 at 14-1 on her latest outing at Limerick over 1m (yielding) last month. Star Rating HH
La Tulipe Noire 3 flat wins €20,650.00 Handicap Rating 63 14/1
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Jessica O’Gorman 8.7 (CP) 15L 9th of 16 to Sindria 10.2 GOW 8
hcp 7f 180yds Sft 12/1 HR67 Jessica O’Gorman 9.4 (CP) 16L 10th of 25fn, 26rn to Electric Beauty 9.10 here 15 MAR Ext hcp 1m
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Placed once in nine starts. Beaten 19l behind Obscenity at 66-1 when 19th of 23 on his latest outing at Navan over 1m 2f (good - yielding) last month. Star Rating H
Pebble Island (GB) Handicap Rating 62
66/1 HR66 Donagh O’Connor 9.10 (TS) 18L 19th of 23 to Obscenity 9.9 NAV 25 APR Ext hcp 1m 2f 40yds Gd/Yld 80/1
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Br B g Holy Roman Emperor - Djidda (GER) (Lando (GER)) (B,T) 0-48122 F B J
A winner at 7f on the all-weather Beaten a short head by Exceeding when second of 12 at 4-1 on his latest outing at Leopardstown over 7f (yielding - soft) last month. Star Rating HHH
Successful twice at 7f on the all-weather Third of 10 behind Comfort Line beaten 1 1/4l at 7-1 on his latest outing at Dundalk over 1m last month. Star Rating HH
A winner at 6f on the all-weather Beaten 4 1/2l behind Bucaneer’s Spirit at 14-1 when eighth of 18 on his latest outing at Cork over 1m (good - yielding) last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time Star Rating HH
Unplaced in all five starts. Well beaten at 80-1 behind Electric Night when last of 14 on her latest outing at Limerick over 1m (yielding) last month. Star Rating H
Has won ten races from 7f to 1m on good to firm ground and on the all-weather. Third of 18 behind Bucaneer’s Spirit beaten 1 1/2l at 14-1 on his latest outing at Cork over 1m (good - yielding) last month. Star Rating HHHH
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18rn hcp (0-60)1m Gd/Yld 20/1 HR63 Wayne Hassett 9.4 (CP) 4 1/4L 8th of 14 to Ohailbhic 9.10 DUN 13
Ext hcp 1m Std 25/1 HR64 Wayne Hassett 8.9 (BK) 5 1/4L 10th of 14 to Una
B,T worn by No 12. Blinkers worn by No 14, No 16. C,T worn by No 1, No 4. CPiece worn by No 2, No 10, No 13. Hood worn by No 7. TStrap worn by No 3, No 6, No 11. Visor worn by No 9. Probable Starting Prices - 5/2 Methgal, 9/2 Comfort Line, 13/2 Summer Island (USA), Notforalongtime (GB), 10/1 Roman Harry, 11/1 Java Wood, 12/1 Carrigans Grove, Oxford Circus, 16/1 Pinar Del Rio (GB), 20/1 Go Out (FR), Moyassr, La Tulipe Noire, 50/1 Loingseoir, 100/1 Free Solo, Pebble Island (GB), Cannonball Queen
2025 - 1st Free Solo 2nd Finsceal Annie 3rd El Bello (GB) (1 min. 26.4 sec.)
PINAR DEL RIO can strike on his second start for trainer Alan McIntyre A three-time winner, the Havana Gold gelding ran a solid race on stable debut when fourth at Dundalk in January Given that he had never raced on the surface before, it was a pleasing effort and he makes plenty of appeal back on turf Down to a mark of 70, the seven-year-old looks nicely treated these days and can get the better of Go Out and Cork third Notforalongtime.
WIN: PINAR DEL RIO
DANGER: Go Out
A representative of PG Duffy & Sons will present a trophy to the winning owner and Anderson and Leahy Funeral Directors will present a gift of €100 to the groom in charge of the horse judged to be best turned out
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Stalls centre of course Handicaps calculated 29th April. Value to winner: €10602; Second: €3600; Third: €1800; Fourth: €900; Fifth: €540; Sixth: €360. (For Race Conditions see page 54)
He has won four times from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to yielding. Beaten 3l behind Merisi Diamond at 40-1 when seventh of 17 on his latest outing here over 7f (soft) last month. Star Rating HHHH
9/1 HR79 Ben Coen 10.0 (V) 5 3/4L 5th of 17 to Dmaniac (GB) 9.2
B g Harry Angel - Send Up (Fastnet Rock (AUS))
B Peter, Hugh & Philip McCutcheon
Brown Syndicate
Beaten a neck by Oiche Rua when second of 14 at 5-2fav on his latest outing at Dundalk over 7f in November last year Star Rating HHHH
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Br Ch f Gleneagles - Symposium (GB) (Exceed And Excel (AUS)) 748298- F B Foxhill Bloodstock Ltd Siobhan Rutledge (3) J O John Bowden Ross O’Sullivan T
Beaten 8l behind Spanish Temptress at 18-1 when eighth of 15 on her
outing at Roscommon over 7f (soft) in October last year Star Rating HH
Four Blondes 1 flat win €8,555.00 Handicap Rating 74 18/1 HR77 Gavin Ryan 9.11 (H) 8 1/4L 8th of 15 to Spanish Temptress 9.3 ROS 13 OCT 25 Ext hcp 7f 111yds Sft 11/1 HR78 Gavin Ryan 9.11 (H) 6L 9th of 12 to Miracle Beauty 9.8 FAIR
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6/1 HR80 Shane Foley 10.0 (H) 4 1/4L 2nd to Free Solo 9.4
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Gary Carroll J O M Foley Michael Mulvany T
Successful twice at 6f on the all-weather Well beaten at 40-1 behind Tango Flare when last of 23 on his latest outing over this course and distance (yielding) in September last year Star Rating HH
Genesis 2 flat wins €20,060.00 D Handicap Rating 71 40/1 HR73 Wesley Joyce 8.4 (TS) 33L last of 23 to Tango Flare 9.1 here 14 SEP 25 Ext hcp 6f Yld 9/2 HR73 Wesley Joyce 8.4 (TS) 5L 5th of 7 to Nezeeh 8.6 NAV 6 SEP 25 hcp 5f Gd 7/2 HR77 Rory Cleary 8.7 (TS) 3L last of 6 to Little Queenie 8.13 NAV 28 AUG 25 Ext hcp 5f 180yds Yld
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Br B g Holy Roman Emperor - Iffa Red (Iffraaj (GB)) 756240- F B Kilweelran Ltd Alan Persse (5) J O Dream Team Syndicate Patrick J Flynn T
Beaten 14l behind Dontspoilasale at 16-1 when last of 10 on his latest outing at Dundalk over 6f in November last year Star Rating HH
Placed in three of 14 starts. Beaten 2 1/4l by Bint Majestic Roi when second of 21 at 11-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (soft) last month. Star Rating HHHHH
He has won four times at 6f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 11l behind Bint Majestic Roi at 20-1 when 10th of 21 on his latest outing over this course and distance (soft) last month. Star Rating HH
He has won three times from 5f to 7f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Beaten 12l behind Bint Majestic Roi at 14-1 when 13th of 21 on his latest outing over this course and distance (soft) last month. Star Rating HH
Blue Anthem (GB) 3 flat wins €14,346.10 Handicap Rating 67 14/1 HR69 Siobhan Rutledge 9.10 12L 13th of 21 to Bint Majestic Roi 9.12 here 19 APR Ext hcp 6f Sft
18/1 HR71 Siobhan Rutledge 9.2 4 3/4L 5th of 8 to Bishopton 9.13 DUN 27 MAR Ext hcp 7f Std 10/1 HR73 Shane Foley 9.7 5L 9th of 14 to Una Matata 9.3 DUN 6
Br B g Showcasing (GB) - Ultradargent (FR) ()
B Framont Limited J M
Raymond Treacy
Successful twice at 7f on good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 10l behind Monvoe at 40-1 when 11th of 15 on his latest outing at Limerick over 1m (yielding) last month. Star Rating H
Green Icon (FR) 2 flat wins €9,625.70 Handicap Rating 63 40/1 HR66 Mel Sheridan 9.0 10L 11th of 14fn, 15rn to Monvoe 8.7 LIM 25 APR Ext hcp 1m 50yds Yld
HR68 Alan Casey 9.5 32L 20th of 23 to Red Charlie (USA) 9.2 here 28 MAR Ext hcp 7f Sft/Hvy 33/1 HR69 J.M.
Placed in three of 14 starts. Beaten 9l behind Glory To Be at 14-1 when 10th of 16 on her latest outing at Leopardstown over 7f (yielding - soft) last month. Star Rating HH
Hugo’s Girl Handicap Rating 63 14/1 HR64 Rory Mulligan 8.7 (H) 9L 10th of 16 to Glory To Be 9.8 LEP 15
28/1 HR64 J. Cleary 8.5 2L 1 1/4L 3rd to Ohailbhic 9.4 DUN 20 MAR 11rn
A winner at 6f on the all-weather Third of 11 behind I’m Spartacus beaten 1 1/2l at 4-1 on her latest outing at Dundalk over 6f in March. Star Rating HHH
100/30Fav HR56 Rory Mulligan 9.9 (TS) won 2 1/4L 2 1/2L from Hasiyna 9.6 and Rattletheonionbag 9.0 DUN 11 FEB 14rn
14/1 HR56 Rory Mulligan 8.7 (TS) 1 1/4L 1/2L 1/2L 4th to Inishmot Prince 9.6 DUN 28 JAN 13rn Ext hcp 6f Std
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Br B f New Bay (GB) - Perfect Haven (GB) (Singspiel) (Visor) 43-4259 F B Littlejohn Bloodstock Ltd Jessica O’Gorman
A winner at 6f on yielding ground, but that win was over two years ago Beaten 4 1/2l behind Staysound Susie at 7-1 when 9th of 16 on her latest outing over this course and distance (soft - heavy) last month. She is wearing a visor for the first time. Star Rating HHH
Has won 13 races from 5f to 7f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather A winner at 11-4 at Dundalk over 6f on his latest outing last month, beating Sovereign Banter by a head. Star Rating HHH
Br B g Blue Point - Baheeja (GB) (Dubawi) (C,T) 2-23567 F B Tinnakill Blds, J Cantillon & A Byrne Ben Coen J O Paul M O’Loughlin Daniel James Murphy T
Placed in six of 12 starts. Beaten 3 1/2l behind Amiata at 20-1 when seventh of 12 on his latest outing at Naas over 6f (good) last month. Star Rating HH
This Guy Handicap Rating 68
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HR70 Ben Coen 9.2 (CP) (TS) 3 1/4L 7th of 12 to Amiata 9.11 NAAS 27 APR Ext hcp 5f 205yds Gd 15/2 HR72 Shane Foley 9.4 (TS) 5 1/2L 6th of 9fn, 10rn to Bye Bye Now 8.7 DUN 20 MAR Ext hcp 5f Std Oisin McSweeney 9.8 (CP) (TS) 6L 5th of 7 to Henrythenate (GB) 9.2 LINGFIELD PARK 12 FEB hcp (56-75)5f 6yds Std
Br B g Iffraaj (GB) - Between The Sheets (El Kabeir (USA)) (TStrap) 034-412 F B John Cullinan Billy
O Cheeky Pups Syndicate
A winner at 7f on the all-weather Beaten 1/2l by Keepsgettingbetter when second of 9 at 11-10fav on his latest outing at Dundalk over 1m in March. Star Rating HHH
Iff In Doubt 1 flat win €6,785.00 Handicap Rating 66 11/10Fav HR62 Billy Lee 9.4 (TS) 1/2L 2nd to Keepsgettingbetter 9.0 DUN 20
7/2Fav HR57 Billy Lee 8.13 (TS) won s/hd 1 1/4L from One Cool Bear 9.4 and Battleforsupremacy 8.13 DUN
15/2 HR57 Enola Pollet 8.6 (TS) ns 3/4L 2L 4th to Boston Benjamin 10.0 DUN 11
Br Gr f Dark Angel - Via Ballycroy (Lawman (FR)) (C,T)
F B Rollx Syndicate James Ryan J O Breen White & Mrs Karena Maxwell Conor David Maxwell T
A winner at 6f on the all-weather Beaten 5l behind Alnofoor at 18-1 when eighth of 15 on her latest outing at Bellewstown over 5f (soft) last month. Star Rating HH
Platino Bianco 1 flat win €5,675.40 D Handicap Rating 56
18/1 HR59 Nicola Burns 9.10 (CP) (TS) 5L 8th of 15 to Alnofoor (GB) 9.8 BELW 11 APR hcp (0-60)5f 3yds Sft 22/1 HR60 Nicola Burns 9.11 (CP) (TS) 13L 11th of 15 to Alnofoor (GB) 9.2 NAV 30 MAR hcp (0-60)5f 180yds Hvy 66/1 HR48 Nicola Burns 9.4 (CP) (TS) nk 2nd to The Liffey 9.9 DUN 27 FEB 8rn 6f Std 17 AMERILIS (GB) (37) 3
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Br B f Lope Y Fernandez - Happy Holly (Holy Roman Emperor) (TStrap) 66-4 F B Happy Holly Partnership Leigh Roche J O Amerilis Syndicate Gillian Scott T
Yet to place in three starts. Finished 5l behind Opalite when fourth of 12 at 33-1 on her latest outing over this course and distance (soft - heavy) in March. Star Rating HH
Amerilis (GB) Handicap Rating 65
33/1 Donagh O’Connor 9.3 (TS) 1/2L 3L 1 1/2L 4th to Opalite (GB) 9.3 here 28 MAR 12rn mdn 6f Sft/Hvy 9/4 Chris Hayes 8.11 (TS) 13L 6th of 7 to Mayflower 8.13 LEP 24 JUL 25 mdn 7f 57yds Yld 17/2 Billy Lee 9.2 8 1/2L 6th of 13 to Balantina 9.2 here 25 MAY 25 mdn 6f Gd
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Br Ch g Profitable - Air Of Mystery (GB) (Sakhee’s Secret (GB))
F B Donal Boylan Adam Caffrey J O P & C McKeever Adrian McGuinness T
Winner of six races at 6f on the all-weather Beaten 8l behind Clonmacash at 13-2 when eighth of 12 on his latest outing at Dundalk over 6f last month. Star Rating HH
I’m Spartacus 6 flat wins €33,714.30 D Handicap Rating 55
13/2 HR67 Adam Caffrey 9.1 8 1/4L 8th of 12 to Clonmacash (GB) 9.6 DUN 1 APR Ext hcp 6f Std 5/1 HR62 Adam Caffrey 9.6 won 1 1/4L hd from Reposado (GB) 9.9 and Masked Angel 9.2 DUN 6 MAR 11rn Ext hcp 6f Std 1min 13.6sec 10/1 HR64 Rory Cleary 8.12 6 1/2L last of 8 to Prairie Girl 9.11 DUN 6 FEB hcp 5f Std
19 THE LOVE MACHINE (15)
Br B g Far Above - Dujac (GB) (Muhaarar (GB))
Mr Micheal Orlandi
A winner at 6f on yielding ground. Beaten 20l behind Bint Majestic Roi at 80-1 when 19th of 21 on his latest outing over this course and distance (soft) last month. Star Rating H
Yet to place in four starts. Beaten 11l behind Bint Majestic Roi at 20-1 when 11th of 21 on his latest outing over this course and distance (soft) last month. Star Rating H
Blinkers worn by No. 7. C,T worn by No. 14, No. 16. H,T worn by No. 2. TStrap worn by No. 1, No. 4, No 11, No 15, No 17 Visor worn by No 12, No 13.
Probable Starting Prices - 5/2 Reposado (GB), 9/2 Iff In Doubt, 11/2 Masked Angel, 10/1 Amerilis (GB), 12/1 Jon Riggens, Send Harry, Tai Tam Bay, 14/1 Jered Maddox (GB), This Guy, 20/1 I’m Spartacus, 25/1 Four Blondes, Genesis, Platino Bianco, 33/1 Imperial Dream, Rappell, 50/1 Hugo’s Girl, Oppenheimer, 66/1 Blue Anthem (GB), 100/1 Green Icon (FR), 150/1 The Love Machine 2025 - 1st Prime Sign 2nd Velvet Skies 3rd Lismacbryan Hill (1 min. 13.1 sec.)
Second over course and distance last month, REPOSADO can go one better Prominent throughout from a similarly high draw, the Robson De Aguiar-trained gelding was headed over a furlong out but kept on well for minor honours. Despite being raised 4lb, the son of Wootton Bassett was rated much higher in the past and looks to have plenty in his favour C&D winner Jon Riggens loves to be covered up before coming home strongly In this big field, he has every chance, as does the consistent Send Harry
WIN: REPOSADO
DANGER: Jon Riggens
A representative of the Treacy Group will present a trophy to the winning owner and Glennons Funeral Directors will present a gift of €100 to the groom in charge of the horse judged to be best turned out.
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You will occasionally see letters after a horses form figures in the racecard today - for example 45-2301 CD BF. But what do these actually mean and why are they shown?
C Stands for course and simply means that the horse has previously won here at Curragh. You may have heard the phrase ‘Horses for courses’ which implies that some horses perform better at certain racecourses. Therefore, previous winning form here at Curragh may suggest that it will run well again today
D Stands for distance and means that the horse has won over the same distance it is racing over today but at another racecourse So today’s distance should suit.
CD Stands for course and distance so not only has the horse previously won here at Curragh but when doing so it also won over the same distance that it is racing over today So, winning form over today’s course and distance may indicate that another strong performance is on the cards.
C D If there is gap between the C and the D it means that the horse has previously won here at Curragh and also won over the same distance that it is racing over today but at another racecourse So today’s distance should suit and the horse will also be suited by the course
BF Stands for Beaten Favourite. Advises that a horse was well fancied in the past but despite being sent off favourite it failed to win. This can be off-putting to some punters especially if it is sent off favourite again today
FIRST RACE 1.15p.m. The Irish EBF Median Sires Series Maiden of €25,000 (IRE Incentive Scheme Bonus Race) (Goffs €50,000 Bonus Series 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 6 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 (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 Value to winner: €14725; Second: €5000; Third: €2500; Fourth: €1250; Fifth: €750; Sixth: €500 SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE
SECOND RACE 1.50p.m. The AES Recycling First Flier Stakes of €50,000 (Listed Race)
(Generously sponsored by AES Recycling) Winner will receive €30,000 (Penalty Value: €29,450), Second will receive €10,000, Third will receive €5,000, Fourth will receive €2,500, Fifth will receive €1,500, Sixth will receive €1,000 For two years old only About 5 furlongs €500 to enter, €50 extra if declared to run. Weights: 9st 5lbs. Fillies allowed 5lbs. Stalls centre of course Value to winner: €29450; Second: €10000; Third: €5000; Fourth: €2500; Fifth: €1500; Sixth: €1000
SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE
THIRD RACE 2.25p.m. The Coolmore Stud Henry Longfellow Irish EBF Tetrarch Stakes of €50,000 (Listed Race) (Generously sponsored by Coolmore Stud and the Irish EBF (€10,000)) 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 For three years old only that are EBF eligible About 1 mile €500 to enter, €50 extra if declared to run. Weights: 9st 5lbs. Fillies allowed 5lbs. Penalties - Winner of a Group 3 race 3lb extra Of a Group 2 or Group 1 race 5lb extra. Starting from stalls Value to winner: €29450; Second: €10000; Third: €5000; Fourth: €2500; Fifth: €1500; Sixth: €1000
SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE
FOURTH RACE 3.00p.m. The Keadeen Hotel Supporting Newbridge Community Day Irish EBF Fillies Handicap of €26,000 (Generously sponsored by the Keadeen Hotel and Irish EBF (€8,000)) (The Keadeen Hotel has made a generous contribution to Newbridge Parishes) Winner will receive €15,600 (Penalty Value: €15,314), Second will receive €5,200, Third will receive €2,600, Fourth will receive €1,300, Fifth will receive €780, Sixth will receive €520 An extended handicap for three years old fillies only that are EBF eligible (90 = 9st 12lbs) About 7 furlongs €260 to enter, €26 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 29th April. Weights raised by 4lbs. Starting from stalls Value to winner: €15314; Second: €5200; Third: €2600; Fourth: €1300; Fifth: €780; Sixth: €520
SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE
FIFTH RACE 3.35p.m. The Coolmore Auguste Rodin Irish EBF Athasi Stakes of €70,000 (Group 3)
(Generously sponsored by Coolmore Stud and the Irish EBF (€15,000)) Winner will receive €42,000 (Penalty Value: €41,230), Second will receive €14,000, Third will receive €7,000, Fourth will receive €3,500, Fifth will receive €2,100, Sixth will receive €1,400 For three years old fillies only About 1 mile €700 to enter, €70 extra if declared to run. Weights: 9st 2lbs. Penalty - Winner of a Group 2 or a Group 1 race 3lb extra. Starting from stalls Value to winner: €41230; Second: €14000; Third: €7000; Fourth: €3500; Fifth: €2100; Sixth: €1400
SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE
SIXTH RACE 4.10p.m. The Clem Murphy Memorial Irish EBF Mooresbridge Stakes of €130,000 (Group 2) (Generously sponsored by Coolmore Stud and the Irish EBF (€15,000)) Winner will receive €78,000 (Penalty Value: €76,570), Second will receive €26,000, Third will receive €13,000, Fourth will receive €6,500, Fifth will receive €3,900, Sixth will receive €2,600 For four years old and upwards About 1 mile 2 furlongs €780 to enter on April 1st €260 extra if forfeit not declared by April 15th €390 extra if forfeit not declared by April 29th or €13,000 if entered by April 29th. Weights: 9st 5lbs. Fillies allowed 3lbs. Penalties - (to count from 1st September, 2025) Winner of a Group 1 race 3lb extra. Closing Date: 1st April 2026 Starting from stalls Value to winner: €76570; Second: €26000; Third: €13000; Fourth: €6500; Fifth: €3900; Sixth: €2600
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SEVENTH RACE 4.45p.m. The PG Duffy & Sons Citroen Apprentice Handicap of €18,000 (PG Duffy & Sons have made a generous contribution to Newbridge Parishes) Winner will receive €10,800 (Penalty Value: €10,602), Second will receive €3,600, Third will receive €1,800, Fourth will receive €900, Fifth will receive €540, Sixth will receive €360 An extended handicap for four years old and upwards (70 = 10st) About 7 furlongs €180 to enter, €18 extra if declared to run. Penalties - (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 7lb extra for each race won. Riders: Apprentices who hold an Apprentice Licence under Rules of Racing issued by any recognised Turf Authority and who have not lost the right to claim the 3lb allowance (95 winners) Allowances - (up to and including 30th April and which are not cumulative) Apprentices who have not ridden 15 *winners allowed 7lb; Apprentices who have not ridden 30 *winners allowed 4lb; Apprentices who have not ridden 45 *winners allowed 2lb *Including races under any N.H. Rules. Handicaps calculated 29th April. Starting from stalls Value to winner: €10602; Second: €3600; Third: €1800; Fourth: €900; Fifth: €540; Sixth: €360
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EIGHTH RACE 5.20p.m. The Treacy Group Supporting Newbridge Community Day Handicap of €18,000 (Treacy Group have made a generous contribution to Newbridge Parishes) Winner will receive €10,800 (Penalty Value: €10,602), Second will receive €3,600, Third will receive €1,800, Fourth will receive €900, Fifth will receive €540, Sixth will receive €360 An extended handicap for three years old and upwards (70 = 10st) About 6 furlongs €180 to enter, €18 extra if declared to run. Penalties - (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 7lb extra for each race won. Handicaps calculated 29th April. Stalls centre of course Value to winner: €10602; Second: €3600; Third: €1800; Fourth: €900; Fifth: €540; Sixth: €360
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Sat 23rd - Sun 24th May
The Highstool Prophets Featuring
The stage is set. The race is on. The Maestro is ready.
UNBEATEN GROUP 1-WINNING 2YO BY DUBAWI