Punchestown Racecard – Wednesday 15th October

THE JUMPS ARE BACK

WEDNESDAY 15 OCTOBER 2025

OFFICIALS

UNDER THE I.N.H.S. RULES

WEDNESDAY 15TH OCTOBER 2025

PUNCHESTOWN RACECOURSE, NAAS, CO KILDARE, IRELAND

TEL: 045 897704

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CEO: Mr Conor O’Neill

EMAIL: racing@punchestown.com

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DIRECTORS: Mr D. Mongey (Chairman), Ms L. Young, Mr R. O’Sullivan, Mr L. Queally, Mr J. Morris, Mr D. Ashmore, Mr C. O’Reilly and Mr N. Speirs

PUNCHESTOWN OFFICIALS

WEDNESDAY 15TH OCTOBER 2025

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board is responsible for the integrity of Irish Racing. In fulfiling this role, they provide Stewards and professional Officials at all racemeetings to ensure that their rules are properly observed The following list of Stewards and Officials are officiating at today’s race meeting:

Raceday Stewards:

Mr. R. Ryan (Chairman)

Mr J. Rearden

Mr J. Murphy

Mr. P. Curling

Mr L. Walsh

Clerk of the Course:

Mr B. Sheridan

Asst.Clerk of the Course: Mr S. Ryder

Clerk of the Scales:

Starter:

Judge:

Handicapper:

Stewards Secretary:

Medical Officer:

Veterinary Officer:

Veterinary Assistants:

Security Officer:

Mr H. Hynes

Mr. P.F. Graffin

Mr D. Maher

Mr S. Quinn

Mr. C.J. Sweeney

Dr A. McGoldrick

Ms J. Taylor M.V.B., M.R.C.V.S.

Ms. N. Moloney & Mr. J. Casey

Mr C. Gordon

RECEIVER OF ENTRIES:

Horse Racing Ireland, Ballymany, The Curragh, Co Kildare.

STAKEHOLDER:

Horse Racing Ireland

RACECOURSE FARRIER:

Mr Eamon Behan

Mr Sean Kelly

VETERINARY SURGEONS:

Mr. T. Austin (Stable Yard)

Ms. V. Hyde (Racetrack)

DOCTOR

Dr R. Downey

WELCOME TO

Dear Racegoer,

On behalf of all the team here at Punchestown, I would like to extend a very warm welcome back to the home of Irish jump racing. Today marks the first of our fixtures for the 2025/2026 season, and our staff have been working tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure the track looks its very best.

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We are delighted to welcome today’s sponsors: BetVictor, Callaghan Aluminium supporting Meath Hunt and Thoroughbred Remedies Ireland. Racing simply would not be possible without the commitment of sponsors, and we are truly grateful for their ongoing support of both Punchestown and Irish racing as a whole.

We are especially excited to partner with Thoroughbred Remedies Ireland (TRM) as they launch their Best Turned Out Series “Saddled In Style” at Punchestown. This initiative allows us to recognise the hard work and dedication of grooms and stable staff, giving them well-deserved acknowledgement while promoting excellence across our racing community

Looking ahead, we’re hoping to see you all at the Punchestown Premiere Weekend on Saturday 22nd & Sunday 23rd November With Grade 1 action on both days, delicious food, family packages, and plenty of surprises in store, it’s set to be an occasion not to be missed. Be sure to book early to secure the best value on tickets with limited availability on a €25 two-day weekend ticket.

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To all owners, trainers, jockeys, and stable staff, we wish you a successful and healthy season. As the temperatures drop, the racing action only heats up with our next fixture here at Punchestown on Thursday 13th November. We look forward to welcoming you again soon.

Warm regards,

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RACECARD EXPLAINED

CAPTAIN GUINNESS (IRE) (48) 9 11 12 (166)

O Declan Landy

T Henry de Bromhead, Waterford

B Arthur Fennelly

J Rachael Blackmore Br B g Arakan (USA) - Presenting d’Azy

F 221p-31

Star Rating HHHH

CAPTAIN GUINNESS 7 N.H. WINS €373,265.20 C HANDICAP RATING 164

Rachael Blackmore 11.10 won 1 1/2L 49L from Gentleman De Mee (FR) 11.10 and Funambule Sivola (FR) 11.10 CHELTENHAM 13 MAR 6rn chse Grade 1 1m 7f 199yds Sft

16/1 HR162 Rachael Blackmore 11.12 8 1/2L 6L 3rd to El Fabiolo (FR) 11.12 LEP 4 FEB 5rn chse Grade 1 2m 1f Yld/Sft

6/4Fav HR162 Rachael Blackmore 11.12 p.u. in race won by Dinoblue (FR) 11.5 LEP 27 DEC 23

5rn chse Grade 1 2m 1f Sft

Strong gelding: winning hurdler: high-class chaser: won second successive Fortria Chase at Navan (by 7 lengths from Riviere d’Etel) in November: 17/2, also won 6-runner Queen Mother Champion Chase at Cheltenham last time from Gentleman de Mee, idling run-in having looked in control last: unproven beyond 17f: acts on heavy going.

KEY AND INFORMATION ON THE FORM

1. OWNER’S SILK (ILLUSTRATION)

2. SADDLE CLOTH

3. HORSE NAME & COUNTRY OF BIRTH

4. NUMBER OF DAYS SINCE LAST RAN

5. AGE 6. ST 7. LB 8. LBS

9. COLOUR OF HORSE

B = BAY

BR = BROWN

CH = CHESTNUT

GR = GREY

RO = ROAN

10 SEX OF HORSE

C = COLT

F = FILLY

G = GELDING

H = HORSE

M = MARE

11. SIRE (FATHER)

12 DAM (MOTHER)

13. FORM GUIDE

14. PREVIOUS PERFORMANCES

15. FORM COMMENT

- = NEW RACING SEASON

/ = MISSED RACING SEASON

P = PULLED-UP AND DIDN’T FINISH THE RACE

F = HORSE FELL

U = RIDER UNSEATED

R = HORSE REFUSED TO RACE

CO = THE HORSE WAS FORCED OUT OF A RACE BY A LOOSE HORSE

B = HORSE WAS BROUGHT DOWN

S = HORSE SLIPPED

R = THE HORSE RAN AROUND A JUMP OR TOOK THE WRONG COURSE IN A FLAT RACE

D = DISQUALIFIED

ABOUT TOWN

ABANDONMENT

SHOULD TODAY’S MEETING BE ABANDONED BEFORE THE START OF THE 2ND RACE, A VOUCHER FOR 1 ADMISSION ON ANOTHER DAY WILL BE ISSUED AFTER SUCH TIME NO REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED

BINOCULAR HIRE

BINOCULARS CAN BE HIRED FROM THE BINOCULAR HUT ADJACENT TO THE PARADE RING.

BOTTLE & GLASS

RACEGOERS ARE REQUESTED NOT TO TAKE DRINKS IN BOTTLES AND GLASSES OUTSIDE BAR AREAS AS THEY MAY CAUSE ACCIDENTS.

CASH FACILITIES

THERE IS A MOBILE BANK LINK POSITIONED IN FRONT OF THE SADDLING AREA ADJACENT TO THE PARADE RING. CASH FACILITIES ARE ALSO AVAILABLE IN ALL BARS

CLOAK ROOM

THE CLOAKROOM IS SITUATED AT THE ENTRANCE TO THE PANORAMIC STAND BESIDE MADIGANS BAR.

EVACUATION

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE OF PUNCHESTOWN’S EVACUATION DRILL AND MAP WITHIN YOUR RACE CARD FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY SHOULD THE MANAGEMENT HAVE TO EVACUATE THE RACECOURSE FOR ANY REASON DURING THE RACE DAY.

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MEDICAL CENTRE

THE MEDICAL CENTRE IS SITUATED ADJACENT TO THE WEIGH ROOM IN THE PARADE RING ENCLOSURE.

TRANSPORT

A TAXI RANK IS IN OPERATION OUTSIDE THE MAIN ENTRANCE BUILDING ADJACENT TO THE NO.1 CAR PARK. A SHUTTLE SERVICE WILL BE IN OPERATION.

REFUSAL & REMOVAL

PUNCHESTOWN IS A PRIVATE PROPERTY AND THE MANAGEMENT HAVE THE RIGHT TO REFUSE ADMISSION OF ANY PERSON AND TO REMOVE ANY PERSON OR PARTY FROM THE GROUNDS.

TRAFFIC ARRANGEMENTS

WHEN DEPARTING THE RACECOURSE TO AID THE SMOOTH FLOW OF TRAFFIC, PLEASE FOLLOW PARKING ATTENDANTS, GARDA INSTRUCTIONS & DIRECTIONAL SIGNALS

WHEELCHAIR FACILITIES

DISABLED TOILETS ARE AVAILABLE AT ALL MAIN TOILET BLOCKS. VIEWING FACILITIES ARE PROVIDED ADJACENT TO THE PARADE RING NEAR THE WINNERS’ POSITION AND IN FRONT OF THE GRANDSTAND ADJACENT TO THE STEWARDS STAND

of €12,000 (FOR RACE CONDITIONS SEE PAGE 42)

(Generously sponsored by BetVictor)

VALUE TO WINNER:

FIRST €7080; SECOND: €2400; THIRD: €1200; FOURTH: €600; FIFTH: €360; SIXTH: €240

O David M Walsh

T John Joseph Hanlon, Carlow

B Mr L Devereux

Two Miles and 95 Yards

Br B g Califet (FR) - Definite Deploy (Definite Article (GB))

J Adam Leahy (7) F 556505 BACK TO CALI

100/1 Adam Leahy 10.11 28L 5th of 11fn, 16rn to Romany Brown 11.4 KILL 11

150/1 Mr A. Leahy 11.5 35L 13th of 18fn, 22rn to Icare D’aubrelle (FR) 11.12 FAIR 20 APR mdn hdl 2m Sft/Hvy (PtoP) 6/1 A Leahy 44L 5th to Passing Diamond LISRONAGH 23-MAR-25

Unplaced in all six starts. Well beaten at 100-1 behind Romany Brown when fifth of 16 on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Killarney over 2m 1f (good) in May.

O Basil Holian

T Henry de Bromhead, Waterford

B Mr D Breen

Br B g Yeats - By The Hour (Flemensfirth (USA))

J Darragh O’Keeffe F 1 GAMEBALL 1 N.H. WIN €5,900.00 13/8Fav Mr A.P Ryan 11.9 won 12L 1 3/4L from Largy Meadow 11.7 and Tricksofthetrade

Half-brother to Marie’s Rock, won eight times over hurdles between 2m and 3m and in NH flat race at 2m including two Grade 1 races. Won on his latest outing in a NH flat race when 13-8fav at Ballinrobe over 1m 7f (good) in July, beating Largy Meadow by 12l. Having his first run for a new stable today.

O Gigginstown House Stud T Gordon Elliott, Meath

B MME Laure Giethlen Cadiergues & M Didier Giethlen

Br Gr g Tunis (POL) - Nova D’auteuil (FR) (Le Nain Jaune (FR))

J Jack Kennedy F 11-6

KOVANIS (FR) 1 N.H.

6/1 Mr J.H. Williamson 11.4 55L 6th of 9 to Sortudo 11.11 FAIR 21

Bumper 2m 25yds Sft/Hvy 1/1Fav Mr H.C. Swan 12.0 won 3/4L 2 3/4L from Global Submission (GB) 11.11 and Soir De Garde (FR) 12.0 LEP 28 DEC 24 5rn Bumper 2m 34yds Yld (PtoP) 1/1FF N McParlan won 10L 1/2L from Daydream Nation and King Du Brivet (FR) PORTRUSH 12-OCT-24

Successful in a NH flat race and a point-to-point at 2m and 3m on yielding ground. Well beaten at 6-1 behind Sortudo when sixth of 9 on his latest outing in a NH flat race at Fairyhouse over 2m (soft - heavy) in April.

Ryan Treacy 11.12 98L 12th of 17fn,

Half-brother to Sophosc, won six times in all weather flat races between 1m and 1m 5f, three times over hurdles at 2m and 2m 4f and three times over the flat at 1m. Well beaten at 300-1 when 12th of 18 on his racecourse debut at Listowel over 2m (yielding) last month.

O John J Nallen

T John J Nallen (R), Tipperary

B John Mounsey

Br B g Beat Hollow (GB) - Annie Spectrim (Spectrum)

J Daniel King F 114-4

MINELLA HOLLOW 2 N.H. WINS €12,685.00

100/30Fav Daniel King 11.12 s/hd 10L 9L 4th to Friary Road 11.7

Sam Twiston-Davies 11.2 1/2L 3L 3 1/4L 4th to Fortune De Mer 11.2 CHELTENHAM 17

100/30 Mr J.C. Barry 11.9 won 6L 1 3/4L from Churchfield Sunset 11.0 and Dramatic License 10.12

Successful in two NH flat races at 2m on good and good - yielding ground. Finished 20l behind Friary Road when fourth of 16 at 10-3fav

(FR) (12)

O Ms Bernadette Leigh

T Peter Fahey, Kildare

B S A R L Baileys Haras Des Trois Chapelles

Br B g Frankel (GB) - Fann (USA) (Diesis)

J Sam Ewing F 760033

O’REILLY (FR) 1 FLAT WIN €7,080.00

7/1 Sam Ewing 11.12 3/4L 12L 3rd to Ma Jacks Hill 11.12 GOW 3 OCT 12rn mdn hdl 2m 80yds Sft

11/2 Sam Ewing 11.12 5 1/2L 6L 3rd to Nadia’s Boy 11.12 LIST 26 SEP 11rn mdn hdl 2m 2f Gd/Yld 50/1 HR85 Robert Whearty 8.9 (CP) (TS) 12L 12th of 18 to Nans View 8.12 GAL 1 AUG Ext hcp 1m 4f Yld 7 PAVILION END (GB)

O Michael L Keating

T Charles O’Brien, Kildare

B Overbury Stallions & Conduit Farm Stud

Br Ch g Jack Hobbs (GB) - Munstead Star (GB) (Sir Percy (GB))

J Gavin Brouder (3) F 246757 (Hood)

PAVILION END (GB) 1 FLAT WIN €6,490.00

66/1 Gavin Brouder 11.9 (H) 42L 7th of 11fn, 12rn to Ma Jacks Hill 11.12 GOW 3 OCT mdn hdl 2m 80yds Sft 12/1 Gavin Brouder 11.9 (H) 16L 5th of 7 to Faithful Follower 10.11 KILB 9 AUG mdn hdl 2m Gd/Yld 22/1 HR78 Keithen Kennedy 9.7 (H) 21L 7th of 9fn, 10rn to Tatum 8.9 LEP 17 JUL Ext hcp 1m 4f 180yds Gd

BANNER

O Brendan Lynch

T Paul John Gilligan, Galway

B Brendan Lynch

Br Br g Berkshire - Humble Pie (Vale of York)

J Jack Gilligan (5) F r09

PREMIER BANNER

150/1 Jack Gilligan 11.7 last of 9fn, 11rn to Nadia’s Boy 11.12 LIST 26 SEP mdn hdl 2m 2f Gd/Yld 200/1 Jack Gilligan 10.13 86L 10th of 14fn, 16rn to Fast Felix 10.11 KILL 23 AUG mdn hdl 2m 100yds Gd

150/1 Jack Gilligan 11.7 ref. in race won by Hipop De Loire (FR) 11.12 GAL 30

O Stephen R Power

T Gavin Cromwell, Meath

B Victor Connolly

Br B g Jukebox Jury - Belle Again (Shantou (USA))

J Keith Donoghue F 0

THE GUINNESS BOYS

33/1 Keith Donoghue 11.12 15th of 17fn, 18rn

O Urban War Syndicate

T John Joseph Hanlon, Carlow

B Michael Buckley

Br B g Mehmas - Urban Beauty (Sea The Stars)

J Sean Flanagan F 6-88232//- (TStrap)

URBAN WAR 2 FLAT WINS €8,904.30

Star Rating HH

P. J. McDonald 9.9 (CP) 1L 2nd to The New Marwan (GB) 8.8 CHESTER 9 JUL 22 8rn hcp (61-80)1m 2f 70yds Gd

Kevin Stott 8.13 (CP) nk 3 3/4L 3rd to Society Red (GB) 8.13 RIPON 16 JUN 22 4rn hcp (71-90)1m 1f 170yds Gd

Beaten 1l by The New Marwan when second of 8 at 6-1 on his latest outing at Chester over 1m 2f (good) in July ‘22. He is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Miss Amy Murphy. Best watched after a long absence from the Flat.

Stefano Cherchi 9.5 (CP) 1 1/4L 2nd to Mark of Respect 9.4 BATH 3 JUN 22 7rn hcp (61-80)1m Gd /Frm 11

PIEL (FR) (165)

O Damian Tiernan

T Emmet Mullins, Carlow

B Mme Joelle Morruzzi & M Pierre Morruzzi

Br B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Blue Arrow (FR) (Blue Bresil (FR))

J Donagh Meyler F 1

VITORIO PIEL (FR) 1 N.H. WIN €8,850.00 C

7/4Fav Mr J.L. Gleeson 12.0 won 6L 12L from It’s Only A Game (FR) 11.8 and Ladbroke Grove (FR) 11.1 here 3

Dam unraced. Won on his latest outing in a NH flat race when 7-4fav here over 2m (yielding) in May, beating It’s Only A Game by 6l.

O Readsland Racing

T Dermot Anthony McLoughlin, Meath

B P E I Newell Br B f My Dream Boat - Concience (Kutub)

J Patrick M O’Brien (5) F

Star Rating HH

O P P Egan

T Kieran P Egan (R), Kildare

B Kieran Egan

Br Br f Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Orchidsforallison (Excellent Art (GB))

J Shane O’Callaghan (5) F 8-7

Dam won in NH flat race at 2m 2f. Bred to stay well, so she may find this test on the sharper side. Star Rating H

SOMETHING BLACK

150/1 Tom Harney 10.11 89L last of 7 to Switch From Diesel 11.6 NAAS 9

Bumper 2m 7yds Sft 125/1 Tom Harney 11.4 16L 8th of 11 to Carrigmoornaspruce 11.11 NAAS 10 NOV 24 Bumper 2m Gd/Yld

Unplaced in both NH starts. Well beaten at 150-1 behind Switch From Diesel when last of 7 on her latest outing in a NH flat race at Naas over 2m (soft) in March.

TELLMEMAMEMA (IRE) (-)

O Molly Willis & Paul Willis

T E Buckley, Meath

B Con Smyth

Br B f Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Grannys Kitchen (Flemensfirth (USA))

J Kieren Buckley F

Star Rating HH

Half-sister to Manintheshadows, won four times over hurdles between 2m 7f and 3m 1f. Others appear to have stronger credentials on paper.

Hood worn by No 7. TStrap worn by No 10

Probable Starting Prices - 6/4 Gameball, 15/8 Vitorio Piel (FR), 13/2 Kovanis (FR), 8/1 O’reilly (FR), 12/1 Minella Hollow, 20/1 Urban War, 25/1 Back To Cali, On The High Seas, Tellmemamema, 50/1 Pavilion End (GB), 100/1 Magnificent Era, Premier Banner, The Guinness Boys, Something Black 2024 - 1st Cappucino 2nd The Mediator 3rd Nelson Muntz (3 min. 59 sec.)

RACE SUMMARY

VITORIO PIEL looked a smart prospect when making all on debut in a 20-runner bumper at the Festival meeting here in May. That form appears solid as his rivals were well strung out behind and the race has thrown up a number of winners. Gameball easily won a Ballinrobe bumper for Andy Slattery this summer and looks an exciting gelding for new connections, while point-to-point winner Kovanis made a successful start under Rules at the Leopardstown Christmas meeting. Minella Hollow was a dual bumper winner last year and has the benefit of a run over hurdles at Navan last month, while O’Reilly has been placed twice recently over hurdles.

WIN: VITORIO PIEL

RACE FACTS A CLOSER LOOK

EACH-WAY: GAMEBALL

Leading course trainer (20-25): G Elliott (94 wins from 716 runners, 13%) runs KOVANIS

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G Elliott (12 wins from 51 runners, 24%) runs KOVANIS

Fancy That: G Elliott won this race in 2016, 2017 and 2020 The stable runs KOVANIS today.

Longest Traveller: PREMIER BANNER trained by P Gilligan, Galway, 125 miles.

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OPEN TODAY FOR GOOD FOOD, DELICIOUS TREATS AND HOT DRINKS with Lily & Wild

SITUATED BESIDE THE WINNERS ENCLOSURE

HORSE WELFARE

At every race meeting there are specially qualified equine veterinary surgeons on duty to look after the wellbeing of all horses.

In total two veterinarians are in attendance at today’s meeting.

The Blue Cross ambulance is always present to transport the horse back to the stable yard for further treatment if necessary.

The horses’ welfare is our priority

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(FOR RACE CONDITIONS SEE PAGE 42) Two Miles and 95 Yards

VALUE TO WINNER:

FIRST €8555; SECOND: €2900; THIRD: €1450; FOURTH: €725; FIFTH: €435; SIXTH: €290

W Ward

T Peter Fahey, Kildare

B Michael Quigley & Lawman Syndicate Br B f Lawman (FR) - Azlaa (GB) (Dubawi)

J Sam Ewing F 103u69 (Visor)

A LAW OF HER OWN 3 N.H. WINS €32,450.00

10/1 HR116 Sam Ewing 10.10 (V) 46L 9th of 10 to Grann’s Boy 11.0

20/1 HR116 Danny Gilligan 10.10 (V) 4 1/2L 6th of 15 to Come On The Lads 10.2 GAL 2 AUG

Gd 12/1 HR125 Ben Harvey 11.0 (V) u.r in race won by Itsalladream 10.13 ROS 9

O Charobana Ltd

T Henry de Bromhead, Waterford

B Imelda Harney

Br B f Doyen - Leanne (Alderbrook (GB)) J Darragh O’Keeffe F p110

LADY DOYANNE 1 N.H. WIN €5,900.00 HANDICAP RATING 106 16/1 HR107 Darragh O’Keeffe 10.13 17L 15th of 16 to Ragmans Corner 11.3 NAV 20 SEP Ext

Yld 6/4Fav Darragh O’Keeffe 10.11 won 1/2L 1/2L from The Monkey Pole 10.12 and Kara De Thaix (FR) 10.11 WEX 8 AUG

180yds Gd/Yld (PtoP) 7/2 B O’Neill won 9L 5L from Cross Of Redmoor and Craan Rose TAYLORSTOWN 05-APR-25 6r Mares Mdn

C Brennan

Br Br f Mount Nelson (GB) - Toile d’Auteuil (FR) (Discover d’Auteuil

J Michael Kenneally (7) F 668341 FLIDAIS 4 N.H. WINS €29,205.00

9/2 HR96 Michael Kenneally 10.8 won 8L 1 3/4L

O Click & Collect Racing Syndicate

T Martin Brassil, Kildare

B Colm McEvoy

Br Ch f Galileo Gold (GB) - Maghzaa (Aqlaam (GB))

J Ricky Doyle F 22-3721 (TStrap)

Star Rating HHHH

GALILEO SPRINGS 1 N.H. WIN €8,850.00  HANDICAP RATING 102

1/1Fav HR100 Ricky Doyle 10.13 (TS) won 1 1/2L nk from Jazzy Rock 10.6 and Our Girl Ellie 10.13 KILL 5 OCT 10rn mdn hdl 2m 1f Yld

5/4Fav Ricky Doyle 10.13 (TS) 5L 2nd to Atomic Queen 11.7 DWNP 10 AUG 8rn mdn hdl 2m 1f 165yds Gd

7/1 Ms E.L. Herbison 11.4 (TS) 17L 7th of 9 to Master Sydney 11.0 ROS 7 JUL Bumper 1m 7f 204yds Gd

Won on her latest outing in a maiden hurdle race when evens fav at Killarney over 2m 1f (yielding) earlier this month, beating Jazzy Rock by 1 1/2l.

O Roca Partnership

T Martin Brassil, Kildare

B Joe Cashin & David Rogers

Br B f Doyen - Even Though (Trans Island (GB))

J Conor Brassil (5) F 57-00 (TStrap)

CLASSY CC HANDICAP RATING 100

Star Rating HH

100/1 Ricky Doyle 11.5 (TS) 32L 12th of 18fn, 22rn to Icare D’aubrelle (FR) 11.12 FAIR 20 APR mdn hdl 2m Sft/Hvy

125/1 Ricky Doyle 11.5 (TS) 66L 17th of 24fn, 25rn to Redemption Day (GB) 11.12 NAAS 9 MAR mdn hdl 2m 3f 109yds Sft

Unplaced in all four starts. Well beaten at 100-1 behind Icare D’aubrelle when 12th of 22 on her latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Fairyhouse over 2m (soft - heavy) in April.

66/1 Ricky Doyle 11.7 (TS) 20L 7th of 19fn, 20rn to Baby Kate 11.7 NAAS 16 DEC 24 mdn hdl 2m 51yds Gd/Yld 7

BURVEA (IRE) (24)

O Broad Damree Partnership

T D Broad, Meath

B Annemarie Lyons

Br Ch f Buratino - Monivea (Fasliyev (USA))

J Danny Gilligan F 63p049 (CPiece)

BURVEA 1 N.H. WIN €6,195.00 HANDICAP RATING 97

Star Rating H

14/1 HR100 Danny Gilligan 11.2 (TS) 22L 9th of 13fn, 18rn to Pampar Lady 11.6 LIST 21 SEP Ext hcp hdl 2m 2f Yld/Sft 13/2 HR102 Danny Gilligan 11.0 5 1/2L 5 1/2L 10L 4th to Radar Ahead (GB) 10.10 SLGO 13 JUL 9rn Ext hcp hdl 2m 1f 90yds Gd 20/1 HR55 Robbie Colgan 9.11 (TS) 15L last of 12 to Makaiah 10.0 NAV 17 MAY hcp (0-60)1m 5f Gd

A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 1f on good ground. Well beaten at 14-1 behind Pampar Lady when 9th of 18 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Listowel over 2m 2f (yielding - soft) last month. She is wearing cheekpieces for the first time.

O We Win Entertainment Limited

T John Patrick Ryan, Tipperary B Mr Oliver Broderick Br B f Court Cave - Lucyintheskywith (Flemensfirth (USA))

J Daniel King F f2u44f

Star Rating HHH

ANDYOURBIRDCANSING 1 N.H. WIN €6,195.00 HANDICAP RATING 95 4/1 HR88 Michael Kenneally 9.11 fell in race won by Inthenickoftime 11.8 GAL 7 OCT 9rn Ext hcp chse 2m 2f 54yds Yld 11/2 HR88 Michael Kenneally 11.0 3/4L 1 3/4L 1 3/4L 4th to Spellacy’s Cross 11.11 CLON 2 OCT 12rn hcp chse (0-100)2m 2f 141yds Gd/Yld 7/1 HR90 Liam McKenna 10.6 3/4L 2 1/4L 12L 4th to Charlies Pride 10.11 ROS 9 JUN 13rn Ext hcp chse 2m 35yds Gd

A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 2f on good ground. Fell at the last when 4-1 at Galway over 2m 2f (yielding) in a chase won by Inthenickoftime earlier this month on her latest outing.

CPiece worn by No 7. TStrap worn by No 5, No 6. Visor worn by No 1

Probable Starting Prices - 2/1 Galileo Springs, 11/4 Flidais, 5/1 Andyourbirdcansing, 7/1 Spick And Span, 11/1 Classy Cc, 12/1 A Law Of Her Own, 20/1 Burvea, 25/1 Lady Doyanne 2024 - 1st Hasten Slowly 2nd Vischio 3rd Cash The Cheque (3 min. 57 sec.)

RACE SUMMARY

A LAW OF HER OWN may record a fourth win under Rules. She probably found 2m4f a bit too far at Listowel last time but a reproduction of her previous sixth behind Come On The Lads at the Galway Festival should see her go close Galileo Springs was placed a number of times in bumpers last season and now tackles handicap company for the first time after comfortably landing a Killarney maiden hurdle earlier this month. Flidais showed improved form last time when scoring over 2m7f at Tipperary, while John Ryan is also represented by Andyourbirdcansing, who was still in contention when falling at the last over fences at Galway last week.

WIN: A LAW OF HER OWN EACH-WAY: GALILEO SPRINGS

RACE FACTS A CLOSER LOOK

Leading course trainer (20-25): H De Bromhead (40 wins from 375 runners, 11%)

runs LADY DOYANNE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): H De Bromhead (7 wins from 30 runners, 23%)

runs LADY DOYANNE

Longest Travellers: ANDYOURBIRDCANSING & FLIDAIS trained by J P Ryan, Tipperary, 98 miles.

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O Barry Connell

T Barry Connell, Kildare

B Guy Bloodstock Ltd Br B f Kapgarde (FR) - Doubly Guest (GB) (Barathea Guest (GB))

J Mr F Maguire F 5302-10 (TStrap)

NINE GRACES (GB) 3 N.H. WINS €24,485.00 C

Mr Finian Maguire 11.3 (TS) 26L 12th of 23 to Daily Present 10.7 CHELTENHAM 13

11/4 HR120 Mr F. Maguire 11.12 (TS) won 4L 2 1/2L from Prince Zaltar (FR) 10.2 and Daily Present 11.11 here 12 JAN 8rn Ext hcp chse 2m 6f 148yds Sft 6/1 HR118 Mr F. Maguire 10.12 (TS) 4L 2nd to La Malmason 11.11 FAIR 1

O Cheeky Pups Syndicate

T M F Morris, Tipperary

B M Francois-Marie Cottin

Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Matnie (FR) (Laveron (GB))

J Gavin Brouder (3) F 96-4770 (C,T)

INDIANA JONES (FR) 3 N.H. WINS €41,595.00 C HANDICAP

50/1 HR122 Gavin Brouder 11.8 (CP) (TS) 15L 12th of 13 to Duke Silver 11.2 LIST 24 SEP Ext hcp hdl 3m Yld 25/1 HR140 Gavin Brouder 10.12 (CP) (TS) 29L 7th of 10fn, 14rn to James Du Berlais (FR) 11.11 here 30 APR Ext hcp chse Grade 3 2m 4f 80yds Yld 16/1 HR140 Darragh O’Keeffe 11.4 (CP) (TS) 19L 7th of 11fn, 14rn to An Peann Dearg 10.0 LEP 1 FEB hcp chse (0-150) Listed2m 1f Yld

3 SAINT LE FORT

Damian Tiernan T Philip Fenton, Tipperary

B S A R L Jedburgh Stud

Br B g Ultra - Saroushka (FR) (Westerner (GB))

J Niall Moore (5) F 32-3159 SAINT LE FORT (FR) 1 N.H. WIN €7,080.00 HANDICAP

11/2 HR122 Darragh O’Keeffe 10.12 (TS) 21L last of 9fn, 14rn to Ad Caelum 10.0 KILB 16 MAY Ext hcp

50yds Gd 12/1 HR122 Brian Hayes 11.12 23L 5th of 9fn, 10rn to Kaid D’authie (FR) 11.12 here 30 APR hdl 2m 3f 58yds Yld

3/1 HR113 Brian Hayes 11.12 won 1 1/4L 1/2L from Bright Legend 11.12 and St Cuthbert’s Cave 11.12 CK 20

O Derek Coles & Family

T Henry de Bromhead, Waterford

B Mr Patrick Hugh Murphy

Br B g Affinisea - Ryans Robin (Robin des Champs (FR))

J Darragh O’Keeffe F p-52215

CAPTAIN RYAN MATT 1 N.H. WIN €5,900.00  HANDICAP RATING 117

9/2 HR117 Darragh O’Keeffe 11.7 14L last of 5 to Davy Crockett 11.5 LIST 24 SEP nov.hdl 2m Yld 8/13Fav HR117 Darragh O’Keeffe 11.12 won 9L hd from October Hill 11.5 and Penny Express 11.12 TRAM 15 AUG 9rn mdn hdl 2m 80yds Gd

3/1 Darragh O’Keeffe 11.12 4L 2nd to Grimaud (FR) 11.12 GOW 8 MAR

O Walter O’Connor

T John Patrick Ryan, Tipperary

B Mr Stephen O’Flynn

Br B g Malinas (GER) - Deep Sunset (Supreme Leader)

J Danny Mullins F 205175

MY GAFFER 5 N.H. WINS €49,265.00  HANDICAP RATING 117

18/1 HR125 Danny Mullins 10.13 63L last of 5 to Gold Dancer (FR) 11.6 TIPP 5 OCT nov.ch Grade 3 2m 3f 160yds Gd/Yld 5/1 HR118 Danny Mullins 11.2 14L 7th of 8fn, 12rn to Millstream Lady 10.13 KILL 23 AUG Ext hcp hdl 2m 6f 80yds Gd 13/2 HR117 Danny Mullins 10.13 won 14L 2L from Clonshire River 10.11 and A Wave Of The Sea 11.2 KILB 9

Tipperary over 2m 4f (good - yielding).

O Giddy Up Boy Syndicate T Gavin Cromwell, Meath B Gestut Wittekindshof Br Gr g Sea The Moon (GER) - Saldenehre (GER) (Highest Honor (FR))

J Keith Donoghue F 0-13617 (Hood)

SERIENMOND (GER) 2 FLAT WINS €14,500.00 2 N.H. WINS €13,275.00 HANDICAP RATING 117 17/2 HR118 Conor Stone-Walsh 10.4 (H) 15L 7th of 12 to Casheldale Lad 11.5 LIST 26 SEP Ext hcp hdl Listed 2m Gd/Yld 10/11Fav Keith Donoghue 11.12 (H) won 3/4L 1/2L from Belle The Lioness 11.5 and Wonleg 11.12 TRAM 30 MAY 8rn beg.ch 1m 7f 110yds Gd/Yld 7/1 HR118 Conor Stone-Walsh 9.11 (H) 8L 6th of 17 to Ascending Lark (GB) 10.6 here 29

Successful in a hurdle race and a chase at 1m 7f and 2m on good - yielding and yielding ground. Beaten 16l behind Casheldale Lad at 17-2 when seventh of 12 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Listowel over 2m (good - yielding) last month.

O Philip McGee

T Thomas Coyle (R), Meath

B Aileen Sloane & Margaret O’ Sullivan

Br B f Soldier of Fortune - Sandymount Lady (Okawango (USA)) J Alex Harvey F 556516 FORTUNATE LIGHTING 2

16/1 HR107 Alex Harvey 10.8 won 5L 1 1/4L from Grange Walk 11.5 and Brave Soldier

Gd 25/1

Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m and 2m 5f on good and soft ground. Well beaten at 10-1 behind World Of Fortunes when sixth of 9 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Ballinrobe over 2m 6f (soft) last month.

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 3f and 2m 4f on good ground. Beaten 11l behind Ballykinlar at 25-1 when 9th of 10 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Sligo over 2m 4f (good) in August.

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LINDEN ARDEN (IRE) (106)

O John P Bowe

T David Harry Kelly, Tipperary

B John Bowe

Br B g Jet Away (GB) - Solerina (Toulon (GB))

J Brian Hayes F 0-13f9p

LINDEN ARDEN 3 N.H. WINS €23,600.00 C  HANDICAP RATING 114

Star Rating HH

22/1

HR128 Brian Hayes 11.11 p.u. in race won by Arctic Fly 11.10 TIPP 1 JUL 15rn Ext hcp chse 2m 120yds Yld 14/1

HR130 Brian Hayes 11.4 27L 9th of 11fn, 15rn to Western Fold 11.12 BAL 26 MAY Ext hcp chse Listed 2m 7f 72yds Gd 9/1

HR130 Brian Hayes 11.12 fell in race won by St Faz (FR) 10.11 TIPP 8 MAY 11rn Ext hcp chse 2m 130yds Gd/Yld

He has won a hurdle race and two chases from 2m 3f to 2m 7f on ground varying from soft to soft - heavy. Pulled up 2 out when 22-1 at Tipperary over 2m (yielding) in a chase won by Arctic Fly in July on his latest outing. Having his first run for a new stable today.

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BALLYCASHIN (IRE) (24)

O Cora Greene & Vera Deegan

T Anthony Mullins, Kilkenny

B R McCarthy

Br B f Flemensfirth (USA) - Midsummer Drama (King’s Theatre)

J Anna McGuinness (7) F 032663 (TStrap)

Star Rating HHHH

BALLYCASHIN 2 N.H. WINS €13,275.00 HANDICAP RATING 112 12/1 HR109 Anna McGuinness 11.4 nk hd 3rd to Pampar Lady 11.6 LIST 21 SEP 18rn Ext hcp hdl 2m 2f Yld/Sft 14/1

HR110 J.J. Slevin 10.8 14L 6th of 8fn, 12rn to Millstream Lady 10.13 KILL 23 AUG Ext hcp hdl 2m 6f 80yds Gd 16/1 HR111 Sean Cleary-Farrell 11.0 8 1/4L 6th of 11fn, 15rn to Duty Bound (GB) 11.4 KILL 17 JUL Ext hcp hdl 2m 4f 85yds Yld/Sft

Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m and 2m 3f on yielding and heavy ground. Third of 18 behind Pampar Lady beaten 1/2l at 12-1 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Listowel over 2m 2f (yielding - soft) last month.

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(IRE) (20)

O Seamus Perry & Brian P Larkin & Ms Bernadette Leigh

T Peter Fahey, Kildare

B Peter & Sandra McCarthy

Br B g Sageburg - Silca Wings (GB) (Multiplex (GB))

J Sam Ewing F 162332

AVALO 1 N.H. WIN €5,900.00 HANDICAP RATING 110

Star Rating HHHHH

5/1 HR108 Sam Ewing 11.0 4L 2nd to Shadow Paddy 11.2 LIST 25 SEP 17rn Ext hcp hdl 2m 4f Gd/Yld 6/1 HR108 Sam Ewing 11.0 2 1/2L 1 1/4L 3rd to Ragmans Corner 11.3 NAV 20 SEP 16rn Ext hcp hdl 1m 7f 165yds Yld 7/2Fav HR108 Jake Coen 11.10 nk 3/4L 3rd to Eastmore (GB) 10.6 DRYL 29 AUG 13rn Ext hcp hdl 2m 1f 87yds Gd/Frm

A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 4f on good ground. Beaten 4l by Shadow Paddy when second of 17 at 5-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Listowel over 2m 4f (good - yielding) last month.

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GIANT HAYSTACKS (IRE) (90) 6 10 8 (148)

O Keep It Simple Syndicate

T Ross O’Sullivan, Kildare

B Michael Lyons

Br Br g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Varnay (GB) (Machiavellian (USA))

J Danny Gilligan F 21-pp08 (TStrap)

GIANT HAYSTACKS 1 N.H. WIN €8,850.00 HANDICAP RATING 107

Star Rating HH

22/1 HR109 Shane O’Callaghan 11.0 (TS) 17L 8th of 11fn, 15rn to Duty Bound (GB) 11.4 KILL 17 JUL Ext hcp hdl 2m 4f 85yds Yld/Sft 10/1 HR111 Donagh Meyler 11.13 19L 10th of 15 to Queenofthelodge 11.7 TIPP 3 JUL Ext hcp hdl 2m 4f 90yds Gd/Yld 16/1 HR112 Tom Harney 11.0 p.u. in race won by Thanksforthehelp (FR) 11.8 here 30 APR 25rn Ext hcp hdl 2m 3f 58yds Yld

A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 4f on yielding ground. Beaten 18l behind Duty Bound at 22-1 when eighth of 15 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Killarney over 2m 4f (yielding - soft) in July.

C,T worn by No 2, No 9. Hood worn by No 7. TStrap worn by No 1, No 11, No 13

Probable Starting Prices - 4/1 Captain Ryan Matt, 5/1 Nine Graces (GB), Avalo, 11/2 Ballycashin, 13/2 Serienmond (GER), 11/1 Rockymountainbleu, My Gaffer, 14/1 Saint Le Fort (FR), 16/1 Fortunate Lighting, 20/1 Linden Arden, 25/1 Golden Temple, Giant Haystacks, 50/1 Indiana Jones (FR) 2024 - 1st D Art D Art (FR) 2nd Missus Beeton 3rd Pray Tell (4 min. 46.7 sec.)

RACE SUMMARY

AVALO won a Wexford maiden in good style back in May and has been a model of consistency since. The selection has been placed on his latest four starts including when beating all bar favourite Shadow Paddy over this trip at Listowel. Ballycashin went close over this trip at Clonmel back in June and looks a serious threat after finishing well when narrowly denied over 2m2f at Listowel last time Serienmond weakened in the closing stages when reappearing after a summer break at Listowel, while Tramore maiden winner Captain Ryan Matt is an interesting recruit to handicaps.

WIN: AVALO

RACE FACTS A CLOSER LOOK

Leading course trainer (20-25): G Cromwell (43 wins from 325 runners, 13%) runs SERIENMOND

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): H De Bromhead (7 wins from 30 runners, 23%)

runs CAPTAIN RYAN MATT

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ABBREVIATIONS EXPLAINED

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 Punchestown. 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 Punchestown 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 Punchestown 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 Punchestown 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.

So now when you run through today’s runners and riders, you can identify which horses run well here at Punchestown and those which will be well suited by the distance that they are racing over.

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(TS) won 8L 25L from The Dara Man 11.2 and Saint Peregrine 10.11 BAL 25

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Mullins, Kilkenny

B Brian Groarke

Br B g Getaway (GER) - Enniscoffey (Old Vic)

J Danny Mullins F 248562

BLAZE THE WAY 2 N.H. WINS €17,700.00  HANDICAP RATING 127

9/2 Danny Mullins 11.12 1 3/4L 2nd to Addragoole 11.12 SLGO 1 OCT 8rn beg.ch 2m 1f 120yds Gd/Yld 5/1 Danny Mullins 11.2 13L 6th of 7fn, 8rn to Birdie Or Bust 11.7 LIST 21 SEP nov.ch 2m 1f 150yds Yld/Sft 16/1 R. Deegan 11.12 24L 5th of 11fn, 15rn to Western Fold 11.12 TIPP 8 MAY beg.ch 2m 7f 110yds Gd/Yld

O Ladies Who Gin Partnership

T R K Watson, Armagh

B Eamonn Hogan

Br Ch g Altruistic - Rosshill Opera (Arcadio (GER))

J Mike O’Connor F 6403p5

I’M FOR HOME  HANDICAP RATING 77

15/2 HR78 Mike O’Connor 10.9 (TS) 10L 5th of 11 to Pralognan (FR) 11.9 DWNP 15 JUN hcp hdl (0-100)2m 1f 165yds Yld/Sft 7/1 HR78 Mike O’Connor 10.6 p.u. in race won by Splendid Choice 10.12 WEX 17 MAY 14rn hcp hdl (0-100)2m 1f Gd 10/1 HR78 Mike O’Connor 10.6 6 1/2L 6L 3rd to Our Zebo 11.9 DWNP 9 MAY 11rn hcp hdl (0-100)2m

BIRDIE OR BUST (IRE) (24)

O John P McManus

T Henry de Bromhead, Waterford

B Eclipse Bloodstock Ltd & G Hadden

Br B f Walk In The Park - Bint Valkyrie (Beneficial (GB))

J Mark Walsh F 91u471 (TStrap)

Star Rating HHHH

BIRDIE OR BUST 4 N.H. WINS €43,070.00  HANDICAP RATING 132

5/1HR129DarraghO’Keeffe11.7(TS)won21/2L21/2LfromTheElectricalKid11.2andHashtagPretender(FR)11.2LIST21SEP8rnnov.ch2m1f150ydsYld/Sft 16/5Fav HR131 Darragh O’Keeffe 11.4 (TS) 30L 7th of 9fn, 13rn to Coming Up Easy 11.5 KILL 23 AUG Ext hcp chse Listed 2m 4f 180yds Gd/Yld 15/2 HR132 Mark Walsh 10.8 2 1/2L 9 1/2L 3 1/2L 4th to Gold Dancer (FR) 11.1 GAL 31 JUL 11rn nov.ch Grade 3

She has won two hurdle races and two chases from 2m to 2m 5f on ground varying from good - yielding to yielding - soft. A winner at 5-1 in a chase at Listowel over 2m 2f (yielding - soft) on her latest outing last month, beating The Electrical Kid by 2 1/2l.

O Andrew Heffernan T Andrew McNamara, Westmeath B Gestut Hof Ittlingen & Sebastian Weiss Br Gr f Mastercraftsman - Enjoy The Life (GB) (Medicean (GB))

J Brian Hayes F 2-52212 (TStrap)

Star Rating HH

ENJOY THE DREAM (GB) 1 FLAT WIN €4,200.00 2 N.H. WINS €32,155.00 HANDICAP RATING 124 13/2 HR122 Brian Hayes 11.7 (TS) 2 3/4L 2nd to Cloonainra 10.7 LIST 24 SEP 7rn nov.ch 2m 3f 100yds Yld 16/5 HR120 Brian Hayes 11.5 (TS) won 3L 16L from Luminous Light (GB) 11.9 and Sayitfirst 11.5 TRAM 14 AUG 4rn nov.ch 1m 7f 120yds Gd 9/4 HR120 Brian Hayes 12.0 (TS) 1/2L 2nd to Clarens 11.2 TRAM 13 APR 4rn nov.ch 1m 7f 110yds Gd/Yld

Successful in a hurdle race and a chase at 1m 7f and 2m on good and yielding - soft ground. Beaten 2 3/4l by Cloonainra when second of 7 at 13-2 on her latest outing in a chase at Listowel over 2m 3f (yielding) last month.

C,T worn by No 4. TStrap worn by No 1, No 5, No 6. Probable Starting Prices - 15/8 King Of Kingsfield, 5/2 Birdie Or Bust, 4/1 Enjoy The Dream (GB), 13/2 Blaze The Way, 7/1 War Correspondent, 33/1 I’m For Home 2024 - 1st Jordans (FR) 2nd Monbeg Park 3rd Broomfield Bijou (4 min. 32.1 sec.)

RACE SUMMARY

KING OF KINGSFIELD looks to have decent claims of winning for the third time over fences. A smart hurdler, the Gordon Elliott-trained gelding won his first two starts over fences this season. Although beaten at Roscommon on his last run, this looks an easier assignment. Stepping up an additional two furlongs in trip could easily see the former point-to-point winner improve on what he has done to date. Birdie Or Bust has yet to reach the same heights over fences that she did as a hurdler However, the Henry De Bromhead-trained mare showed a bit more when winning at Listowel last month. Blaze The Way has to step up on what he has shown thus far but shouldn’t be discounted WIN: KING OF KINGSFIELD EACH-WAY: BIRDIE OR BUST

RACE FACTS A CLOSER LOOK

Leading course trainer (20-25): G Elliott (94 wins from 716 runners, 13%) runs KING OF KINGSFIELD

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G Elliott (12 wins from 51 runners, 24%) runs KING OF KINGSFIELD

Fancy That: H De Bromhead won this race in 2016, 2019 and 2020 The stable runs BIRDIE OR BUST today.

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Sam Ewing 11.7 30L 7th of 9 to Impaire Et Passe (FR) 11.7

11/1

7/2 Sam Ewing 11.10 won hd 19L from Better Days Ahead 11.10 and Buddy One 11.10

Winner of two hurdle races, three chases and a point-to-point from 2m 1f to 3m 1f

Gordon Elliott, Meath B Martin J Dibbs Br B g Westerner (GB) - Fieldtown (Anshan)

J Danny Gilligan F 321111

WESTERN FOLD 6 N.H. WINS €267,565.00 HANDICAP RATING 157 5/6Fav HR157 Danny Gilligan 11.3 won 4 1/4L 2

11/1HR148DannyGilligan11.10won41/2L51/2LfromJesseEvans11.3andShecouldbeanything11.2GAL30JUL22rnExthcpchseGrade32m6f111ydsGd 5/1 HR138 Danny Gilligan 11.12 won 4L 8L from Drumgill 11.2 and A Penny A Hundred (FR) 10.13 BAL 26

Winner of two hurdle races and four chases from 2m to 2m 7f on

Won on his latest outing when 5-6fav in the Grade 2 PWC Champion Chase at Gowran Park over 2m 4f (yielding - soft) earlier this month, beating Affordale Fury by 4 1/2l.

O Richard J Farrell

T John G Carr, Kildare B Whitson Bloodstock Limited Br B g Yeats - Maiden Voyage (GB) (Slip Anchor) J Patrick M O’Brien F p-p9425 (TStrap) FR GILLIGANSVOYGE (GB) 1 N.H.

14/1 HR68 Patrick M O’Brien 9.9 (V) (TS) 13L 5th of 11fn, 12rn to

5f 27yds Gd/Yld 20/1 HR67 Jake Coen 10.0 (V) (TS) 12L 2nd to Person Of Interest 11.5 DWNP 25 AUG 8rn hcp chse (0-100)2m 3f 100yds Gd 20/1 HR67 Patrick M O’Brien 9.7 (V) (TS) hd 1/2L 10L 4th to Thehairyfella 10.13 DWNP 14 JUL 8rn hcp chse (0-100)2m

Successful in a chase and a point-to-point at 2m 5f and 3m on yielding ground, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 14l behind The Striker Dylan when fifth of 12 at 14-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Sligo over 2m 5f (good - yielding) earlier this month.

He has won a hurdle race and two chases from 2m 2f to 2m 7f on ground varying from soft to yielding - soft. Pulled up 2 out when 7-4fav in the Grade 2 Jack McInerney Memorial Fairyhouse Chase at Fairyhouse over 2m 4f (soft - heavy) won by Found A Fifty in April on his latest outing.

O Dapper & Nat Partnership

T Paul John Gilligan, Galway

B S J Leahy Bloodstock Ltd

Br Ch g My Dream Boat - Perilously (USA) (Mr Greeley (USA))

J Jack Gilligan F 210354

ITSALLADREAM 2 N.H. WINS €15,045.00  HANDICAP RATING 124

40/1

Star Rating HH

HR124 Jack Gilligan 11.1 1 1/4L 1 3/4L 17L 4th to Westport Cove (FR) 11.1 ROS 29 SEP 6rn nov.ch Grade 3 2m 147yds Gd/Yld

100/30 HR126 Danny Gilligan 11.6 40L last of 5fn, 6rn to Boston Rover 11.6 KILL 23 AUG nov.ch 2m 7f 80yds Gd/Yld

5/2 Jack Gilligan 10.8 5 1/2L 15L 3rd to Catena Zapata 10.13 DWNP 10 AUG 4rn hdl 2m 1f 165yds Gd

Successful in a hurdle race and a chase at 2m and 2m 1f on good and yielding ground. Finished 20l behind Westport Cove when fourth of 6 at 40-1 on his latest outing in the Grade 3 Ballymore Group Irish EBF Kilbegnet Novice Chase at Roscommon over 2m 1f (good - yielding) last month.

O Donnchadh Doyle

T Jack Foley, Carlow

B Grange Stud

Br B g Walk In The Park - Cyclone’s Sister (Stowaway (GB))

J J J Slevin F 3140p4 (C,T)

Star Rating HHH

MONBEG PARK 5 N.H. WINS €59,590.00 C HANDICAP RATING 145

22/1 HR147 J.J. Slevin 11.3 (CP) (TS) 4 1/4L 2 1/4L 12L 4th to Western Fold 11.3 GOW 4 OCT 5rn chse Grade 2 2m 4f Yld/Sft 28/1 HR149 Mr R. James 11.4 (CP) (TS) p.u. in race won by Spanish Harlem (FR) 11.1 LIST 24 SEP 18rn Ext hcp chse Grade 3 2m 7f 180yds Yld 22/1 HR132 Jordan Gainford 11.2 (CP) (TS) 13L 11th of 20fn, 23rn to Jeriko Du Reponet (FR) 11.9 here 1 MAY Ext hcp hdl Listed

Winner of two hurdle races, a NH flat race, two chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to soft - heavy. Finished 19l behind Western Fold when fourth of 5 at 22-1 on his latest outing in the Grade 2 PWC Champion Chase at Gowran Park over 2m 4f (yielding - soft).

O Drury Tea & Coffee Limited T Colin Motherway (R), Cork B Denis Hayes Br Gr f Blue Bresil (FR) - Cathodine Cayras (FR) (Martaline (GB)) J Michael Kenneally F 6628f4 (H,T)

Star Rating H

PEBBLE BLEU 1 N.H. WIN €6,785.00 CD HANDICAP

6/1 HR91 Michael Kenneally 10.13 (H) (TS) 1 3/4L 2L 6 1/2L 4th to Love Bite 10.1 TIPP 6 OCT 15rn hcp hdl (0-100)2m 7f 60yds Gd/Yld 7/1 HR103 Mr M.J. Kenneally 10.5 (H) fell in race won by Solly Attwell 10.9 GAL 8 SEP 13rn Ext hcp chse 2m 6f 111yds Gd/Yld 17/2 HR104 Liam Quinlan 11.3 (H) (TS) 17L 8th of 12fn, 18rn to Prince Zaltar (FR) 11.8 here 7 JUN Ext hcp chse 3m 157yds Gd/Yld

A winner of a chase at 2m 7f on good - yielding ground. Finished 10l behind Love Bite when fourth of 15 at 6-1 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Tipperary over 2m 7f (good - yielding) earlier this month.

C,T worn by No 6. H,T worn by No 7. TStrap worn by No 3. Probable Starting Prices - 6/5 Heart Wood (FR), 5/2 Western Fold, 4/1 Monbeg Park, 11/2 Croke Park, 33/1 Itsalladream, 50/1 Pebble Bleu, 200/1 Fr Gilligansvoyge (GB) 2024 - 1st French Dynamite (FR) 2nd Minella Indo 3rd Hewick (5 min. 50.3 sec.)

RACE SUMMARY

With an official rating of 160 and receiving weight from his main danger, HEART WOOD should take the beating. A winner of a Listed race at Wexford on his return last October, the Henry De Bromhead-trained gelding clearly runs well fresh. His narrow defeat in the Grade 1 Drinmore Chase and, runner-up position in the Ryanair Chase, set a very high standard in the context of this race Galway Plate winner Western Fold has to be respected in his bid for a five-timer Lightly raced over fences, the Gordon Elliott-trained six-year-old has leading claims but won’t find the concession of 8lb an easy task. Stablemate Croke Park is also not without his chance in a competitive affair WIN: HEART WOOD EACH-WAY: WESTERN FOLD

RACE FACTS A CLOSER LOOK

Leading course trainer (20-25): G Elliott (94 wins from 716 runners, 13%) runs CROKE PARK and WESTERN FOLD

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G Elliott (12 wins from 51 runners, 24%) runs CROKE PARK and WESTERN FOLD

Fancy That: G Elliott won this race in 2015, 2020, 2021 and 2022. The stable runs CROKE PARK and WESTERN FOLD today.

HEADGEAR EXPLAINED

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.

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

22 & 23 NOVEMBER 2025

Cian Quirke 10.11 58L

of 14fn, 15rn

Arctic Fly 11.10 TIPP 1 JUL Ext hcp chse 2m 120yds Yld 14/1 HR123 Mr A.P Ryan 10.4 98L 16th of 17fn, 20rn to Battleoverdoyen 10.8 GAL 2 AUG 24 Ext hcp

Successful in two chases at 2m 5f and 3m 1f on good - yielding and yielding ground, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 18l behind Pride Of Place when fifth of 12 at 25-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Listowel over 3m (good - yielding) last month.

O Frank Reynolds T James Andrew Fahey, Laois B Thomas Mulhern Br Ch g Getaway (GER) - Midnight Macarena (GB) (Midnight Legend (GB)) J Mr S Connor (7) F 772650 (TStrap) Star Rating HH IAMAGETAWAY 1 N.H. WIN €7,375.00 HANDICAP RATING 103

22/1

HR107 Kevin Sexton 11.9 (TS) 25L 10th of 11fn, 16rn to Gaelic Des Chastys (FR) 10.11 LIST 26 SEP Ext hcp chse 2m 3f 50yds Gd/Yld 16/1 HR108 Philip Byrnes 11.12 (TS) 28L 5th of 6fn, 9rn to Chance Another One 11.12 BAL 25 AUG beg.ch 2m 7f 65yds Gd 15/2 Kevin Sexton 11.12 (TS) 44L 6th of 7fn, 9rn to Nouvotic (FR) 11.12 WEX 23 JUL beg.ch 2m 3f 100yds Gd

A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 5f on good ground. Well beaten at 22-1 behind Gaelic Des Chastys when 10th of 16

McCutcheon

Br B g Gale Force Ten (GB) - Scrumptious (GB) (Sakhee (USA)) J Mr J H Williamson (7) F u41373 (TStrap) Star Rating HHH SMALLCRAFTWARNING 3 N.H. WINS €17,995.00

Yld 4/1 HR100 Daniel King 11.2 28L 7th of 9 to Hees Dynamite 9.9 KILL 21 AUG Ext hcp chse 2m 4f 180yds Gd 8/1 HR99 Daniel King 11.1 (TS) 2 1/4L 6L 3rd

O Sheamus Ahern

T James M Barcoe, Kilkenny

B Jodie, Katie & Rosie Foley

Br B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Lady Lorabelle (Old Vic)

J Mr J C Barry F 26-58p0 Star Rating HH

ELUSIVE PRINCE HANDICAP RATING 97

14/1 HR99 Mike O’Connor 11.13 22L 10th of 12fn, 14rn to Ag Obair Go Crua 10.12 GOW

Yld 16/1 HR100 Darragh O’Keeffe 12.0 (CP) (TS) p.u. in race won by May Call You Back (GB) 11.2 TIPP 1 JUL 16rn hcp

15/2 HR101 Rachael Blackmore 11.3 21L 8th of 11fn, 13rn to Inchidaly Copper 10.10 TIPP 8

Gd/Yld A winner of a point-to-point at 3m, but that win was over two years ago. Well beaten at 14-1 behind Ag Obair Go Crua when 10th of 14 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Gowran Park over 2m 4f (yielding) earlier this month.

O Debbie Breslin T A J Martin, Meath B Berry Farms Br Ch g Mount Nelson (GB) - Battle Over (FR) (Sillery (USA)) J Mr D O’Connor F 23-4713 Star Rating HHHH AUREA FORTUNA 1 N.H. WIN €10,030.00

16/5Fav HR110 Miss M. O’Sullivan 12.0 15L 2L 3rd to Big Debates (FR) 11.0 NAV 20 SEP 16rn

8/1 HR101 Jake Coen 10.11 won 1 1/2L 3 3/4L from Ragmans Corner 11.7 and Kotkito Bello (FR) 10.9 GAL 3 AUG 15rn

160yds Sft 7/4Fav

Michael McCullagh Br B g Arcadio (GER) - Supreme Magical (GB) (Supreme Leader) J Mr B M Coonan (7) F 6443p-u (Blinkers)

25/1 HR90 Harry Sexton 10.11 (BK) u.r in race won by Ballagh Star 11.1 SLGO 1 OCT 11rn hcp chse (0-100)3m

Gd/Yld 11/1 HR92 Mr T. Walsh 10.8 p.u. in race won by Pebble Bleu 11.1 here 16 OCT 24 12rn Ext hcp chse 2m

6/1

He has won two hurdle races and a chase from 2m 5f to 3m 1f on good and yielding ground, but last win was over three years ago. Unseated rider when 25-1 at Sligo over 3m 2f (good - yielding) in a chase won by Ballagh Star earlier this month on his

O Morgan Ryan & Hugh Paul Finegan

T Hugh Paul Finegan (R), Meath

B Barry Judge

Br B g Sir Prancealot - Desert’s Queen (Desert Prince)

J Mr Finn Tegetmeier (7) F 094089 (CPiece) Star Rating HH FUTURUM REGEM 1 FLAT WIN €6,195.00 2

25/1

HR90 Ben Harvey 11.5 (CP) 28L 9th of 11fn, 12rn to The Striker Dylan 11.9 SLGO 1 OCT hcp chse (0-100)2m 5f 27yds Gd/Yld

33/1

HR93 Paddy Hanlon 9.9 (CP) 8 1/2L 8th of 10fn, 13rn to Solly Attwell 10.9 GAL 8 SEP Ext hcp chse 2m 6f 111yds Gd/Yld

50/1 HR97 Eoghan Finegan 11.4 17L 11th of 12fn, 14rn to Likable Chancer 10.6 TRAM 15 AUG hcp chse (0-100)2m 5f 180yds Gd

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m 4f and 2m 6f on good and good - yielding ground, but last win was over three years ago. Well beaten at 25-1 when 9th of 12 on his latest outing in a chase at Sligo over 2m 5f (good - yielding) earlier this month.

?+2 indicates jockey possible 2lb overweight

B,T worn by No 8. Blinkers worn by No 7, No 9. CPiece worn by No 4, No 10 TStrap worn by No 2, No 3.

Probable Starting Prices - 5/2 Aurea Fortuna, 10/3 He Fitz In, 9/2 Hit The Frame (GB), 7/1 Smallcraftwarning, 12/1 Ardaghs Choice, 14/1 Battle Of Mirbat, Iamagetaway, The Dabbler, Elusive Prince, 33/1 Futurum Regem 2024 - 1st Pebble Bleu 2nd Joyeux Vivo (FR) 3rd The Dabbler (6 min.)

RACE SUMMARY

Off the mark on his penultimate start at Wexford, HIT THE FRAME can regain the winning thread. The John Flavin-trained gelding made all on that occasion, staying on strongly once challenged approaching two out. Although unable to follow up at Killarney last time, the six-year-old ran a solid race to finish fourth. If getting into a nice jumping rhythm here, he should be hard to pass An improver over hurdles since his last run in a chase, the Tony Martin-trained Aurea Fortuna holds every chance. Having finished second over flights here in December, he obviously handles the track. Sligo third He Fitz In looks best of the remainder WIN: HIT THE FRAME EACH-WAY: AUREA

RACE FACTS A CLOSER LOOK

Leading course trainer (20-25): A J Martin (5 wins from 75 runners, 7%) runs AUREA FORTUNA

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J P Ryan (2 wins from 22 runners, 9%) runs SMALLCRAFTWARNING

Weightwatcher: HE FITZ IN won off a handicap mark of 94, his rating is now down 7lb to 87

Longest Traveller: BATTLE OF MIRBAT trained by M J McDonagh, Clare, 136 miles.

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(FOR RACE CONDITIONS SEE PAGE 42) Two Miles and 95 Yards

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€6490; SECOND: €2200; THIRD: €1100; FOURTH: €550; FIFTH: €330; SIXTH: €220

Seamus McKeogh T Maike Magnussen, Tipperary

B Seamus McKeogh

Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Norabelle (FR) (Alamo Bay (USA)) J Mr J C Barry F

Half-brother to Invitation Only, won three times in chases at 2m 4f and 3m 1f, twice in NH flat races at 2m, over hurdles at 2m and in a point to point race at 3m including a Grade 3 race. A well-bred individual who is expected to prove better in the longer term.

Mrs N Fahy

P A Fahy, Carlow

John Kenny Br B g Famous Name (GB) - Kates Doll (Vale of York)

J Mr F Maguire F 87

8/1 Harry Sexton 10.10 40L 7th of 8 to Governors Rock 11.3 BAL 12 SEP Bumper 2m 24yds Sft 80/1 Mr R.W Barron 11.5 9 3/4L 8th of 23fn, 24rn to

Unplaced in both NH starts. Well beaten at 8-1 behind Governors Rock when seventh of 8 on his latest outing in a NH flat race at Ballinrobe over 2m (soft) last month.

O Cool Out Again Syndicate

T T Hogan, Tipperary

B Mr Chris McHale

Br B g Raven’s Pass (USA) - Time Passes (Dalakhani)

J Mr Alan O’Sullivan (7) F 635s23 HOPEFUL HERO

12/1 Donagh Meyler 11.7 4 3/4L nk 3rd to Rakki (GB) 11.7 ROS 29 SEP 15rn mdn hdl 1m 7f 135yds Gd/Yld 5/1 Mr Alan O’Sullivan 11.4 11L 2nd to Parnell Street 11.9 KILL 21 AUG 7rn Bumper 2m 1f Gd 11/2 Mr Alan O’Sullivan 11.3 s.u. in race won by Ripsnorter (FR) 11.5 ROS 5 AUG 13rn Bumper 1m 7f 110yds Gd/Yld

O Ms Sarah Ann Madden

T Niall Madden, Kildare

B Mrs P Madden

Br B g Leading Light - Udontno (Oscar)

J Miss A B O’Connor F

Placed in a hurdle race and two NH flat races from six starts. Third of 15 behind Rakki beaten 5l at 12-1 on his hurdling debut at Roscommon over 2m (good - yielding) last month. Star Rating HHH

Half-brother to Forgetthesurprise, won twice over hurdles at 2m 6f and 3m and in NH flat race at 2m 1f Related to a couple of bumper winners and isn’t one to discount.

O R Stokes

T Gordon Elliott, Meath

B T McLoughlin

Br B g Pillar Coral (GB) - Brave Dante (Oscar)

J Mr J H Williamson (7) F 2

MAVERICK MACK (PtoP) 4/1 J W Hendrick s/hdL 2nd to Double The Dance TULLAHERIN 27-APR-25

Dam unraced. Beaten a short head by Double The Dance when second of 10 at 4-1 on his racecourse debut at Tullaherin over 3m in April. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Denis Paul Murphy in Ireland. Represents a top yard and commands the utmost respect.

O No Rush Man Syndicate

T Noel Meade, Meath

B Martin Treacy

Br B g Sumbal - Fingal Girl (Thewayyouare (USA))

J Mr Finn Tegetmeier (7) F 7

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7/1 Mr Finn Tegetmeier 11.3 16L 7th of 16 to Ade

Dam a lightly raced maiden. Beaten 17l behind Ade Boy at 7-1 when seventh of 16 on his racecourse debut at Navan over 2m (yielding) last month.

O Miss Rita Shah

T Anthony McCann, Monaghan

B RJB Bloodstock Ltd

Br Ch g Waldgeist (GB) - Raydiya (Marju)

J Mr D O’Connor F 545366 (Blinkers)

11.6 18L 6th of 14 to Fillyoureye 12.0 KILB 24

Bumper 1m 7f

Gd 16/1 Miss A.B. O’Connor 11.10 6 1/2L 4L 3rd to Jules

Placed in a NH flat race from six NH starts. Well beaten at 7-1 behind Stede Bonnet when sixth of 10 on his latest NH outing in a NH flat race at Clonmel over 2m 1f (good - yielding) in June. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.

& Gillian Khosla

Br B g Magna Grecia - Nimboo (USA) (Lemon Drop Kid (USA))

J Mr J L Gleeson F 3 (TStrap)

TAKIWATANGA 12/1 Conor Clarke 10.10 (TS) 5

Half-brother to Black Hawk Eagle, won three times over hurdles at 1m 7f and 2m and on the flat at 1m 5f. Third of 8 behind Governors Rock beaten 9l at 12-1 on his racecourse debut at Ballinrobe over 2m (soft) last month.

Miss Evanna McCutcheon, Tipperary

B Peter & Hugh McCutcheon

Br B f Rajj - Montbretia (GB) (Montjeu)

J Mr L P Shanahan (7) F 0 (TStrap)

BAYSWATER BLOOM 150/1 Miss A.B. O’Connor

Half-sister to Specialv, won three times between 6f and 1m. Beaten 18l behind Mister Pessimistic at 150-1 when 10th of 18 on her racecourse debut at Listowel over 2m (good - yielding) last month.

O J F Tuthill

T John G Carr, Kildare

B Owenstown Bloodstock Ltd

Br B f Ribchester - Takizada (Sendawar)

J Mr H C Swan F 47

TALAS KERA

Star Rating HH

28/1 Mr H.C. Swan 11.3 60L 7th of 8 to Mr Master Mac 11.10 SLGO 20 AUG Bumper 2m 2f 89yds Gd 25/1 Mr J.H. Williamson 10.10 3 1/2L 2L nk 4th to Governors Rock 11.3 WEX 24 JUL 10rn Bumper 2m 150yds Gd

Unplaced in both NH starts. Well beaten at 28-1 behind Mr Master Mac when seventh of 8 on her latest outing in a NH flat race at Sligo over 2m 2f (good) in August.

Blinkers worn by No 7. TStrap worn by No 8, No 9. Probable Starting Prices - 11/4 Maverick Mack, 10/3 Hopeful Hero, 7/2 Takiwatanga, 13/2 Premier Rogue, 8/1 Famous Figure, 10/1 Shabra Diya, 20/1 Bayswater Bloom, 25/1 Blue Rein, Talas Kera, 33/1 Ifuknowuknow 2024 - 1st Friary Road 2nd Whinney Hill (GB) 3rd Jerry From Kerry (3 min. 48.7 sec.)

RACE SUMMARY

Narrowly denied on his sole point-to-point outing, MAVERICK MACK can make a winning Rules debut. Having his first start for Gordon Elliott, the four-year-old Pillar Coral gelding is sure to be well prepared for this introduction. It will be interesting to see how strong he is in the market for a yard that tend to do well with their bumper runners. Famous Figure was disappointing at Ballinrobe last month but would be a serious contender on the form of his eighth placed finish at the festival here in April. Takiwatanga, who finished third in that aforementioned Ballinrobe race, has to be respected on his second start for Emmet Mullins.

WIN: MAVERICK MACK

RACE FACTS A CLOSER LOOK

EACH-WAY: FAMOUS FIGURE

Leading course trainer (20-25): G Elliott (94 wins from 716 runners, 13%) runs MAVERICK MACK

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G Elliott (12 wins from 51 runners, 24%) runs MAVERICK MACK

Longest Travellers: BAYSWATER BLOOM trained by E McCutcheon, BLUE REIN trained by M Magnussen, HOPEFUL HERO trained by T Hogan - all Tipperary, 98 miles.

HANDICAPS EXPLAINED

After three races on the track, the handicap rating system knows enough about a horse to give them an official rating, which in turn determines how much weight they carry in future contests.

For example, if one horse is rated 100, and the other is rated 95, the horse rated five points more than the other will essentially carry an additional 5lb in weight. Should the horse carrying 5lb extra continue to beat horses rated inferior to them or amongst those with similar figures, that horse would rise up the class system to tackle harder races against better individuals.

The aim of a handicap race is to give every horse an equal chance of winning, and the plan is to have every horse crossing the finish line at the same time - which is surprisingly yet to happen!

FIRST RACE 1.55p.m. The BetVictor Maiden Hurdle of €12,000 (Generously sponsored by BetVictor) Winner will receive €7,200 (Penalty Value: €7,080), Second will receive €2,400, Third will receive €1,200, Fourth will receive €600, Fifth will receive €360, Sixth will receive €240. A hurdle for five years old and upwards, maidens at starting. About 2 miles 95 yards. €108 to enter, €12 extra if declared to run. Weights: 11st 12lbs. Mares allowed 7lbs. Value to winner: €7080; Second: €2400; Third: €1200; Fourth: €600; Fifth: €360; Sixth: €240

SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE

SECOND RACE 2.30p.m. The Callaghan Aluminium Supporting Meath Hunt Mares Handicap Hurdle of €14,500 Winner will receive €8,700 (Penalty Value: €8,555), Second will receive €2,900, Third will receive €1,450, Fourth will receive €725, Fifth will receive €435, Sixth will receive €290 An extended handicap hurdle for four years old and upwards mares only (120 = 11st 12lbs). About 2 miles 95 yards. €130.50 to enter, €14.50 extra if declared to run. Penalties - Winner of a hurdle race after calculation of the handicap shall carry 7lb extra for each hurdle race won. Handicaps calculated 9th October. Value to winner: €8555; Second: €2900; Third: €1450; Fourth: €725; Fifth: €435; Sixth: €290

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE

THIRD RACE 3.05p.m. The TRM Nutrition - No.1 In Europe, Trusted Worldwide Handicap Hurdle of €16,000 (Generously sponsored by TRM Nutrition) Winner will receive €9,600 (Penalty Value: €9,440), Second will receive €3,200, Third will receive €1,600, Fourth will receive €800, Fifth will receive €480, Sixth will receive €320 An extended handicap hurdle for four years old and upwards (130 = 11st 12lbs). About 2 miles 4 furlongs 45 yards. €144 to enter, €16 extra if declared to run. Penalties - Winner of a hurdle race after calculation of the handicap shall carry 7lb extra for each hurdle race won. Horses which receive a published weight of 9st 13lbs 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 9th October. Value to winner: €9440; Second: €3200; Third: €1600; Fourth: €800; Fifth: €480; Sixth: €320

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE

FOURTH RACE 3.35p.m. The BetVictor Novice Steeplechase of €30,000 (Grade 3) (Registered as the Buck House Novice Steeplechase) (Generously sponsored by BetVictor) Winner will receive €18,000 (Penalty Value: €17,700), Second will receive €6,000, Third will receive €3,000, Fourth will receive €1,500, Fifth will receive €900, Sixth will receive €600 A novice steeplechase for four years old and upwards. About 2 miles 2 furlongs 75 yards. €270 to enter, €30 extra if declared to run. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 7lbs; 5-y-o and up 11st 1lbs. Mares allowed 7lbs. Penalties (handicaps excluded) - Winner of two steeplechases 4lb extra; Of three steeplechases or a Grade 3 steeplechase 7lb extra; Of two Grade 3 steeplechases or a Grade 2 steeplechase 9lb extra; Of a Grade 1 steeplechase 13lb extra. Value to winner: €17700; Second: €6000; Third: €3000; Fourth: €1500; Fifth: €900; Sixth: €600 SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE

FIFTH RACE 4.05p.m. The BetVictor Steeplechase of €37,500 (Grade 3) (Registered as the Carvill’s Hill Steeplechase) (Generously sponsored by BetVictor) Winner will receive €22,500 (Penalty Value: €22,125), Second will receive €7,500, Third will receive €3,750, Fourth will receive €1,875, Fifth will receive €1,125, Sixth will receive €750 A steeplechase for five years old and upwards. About 2 miles 7 furlongs 39 yards. €337.50 to enter, €37.50 extra if declared to run. Weights: 11st. Mares allowed 7lbs. Penalties (handicaps excluded) - to count from 5th May, 2024 Winner of two steeplechases 3lb extra; Of three steeplechases or a Grade 3 steeplechase 6lb extra; Of two Grade 3 steeplechases or a Grade 2 steeplechase 8lb extra; Of a Grade 1 steeplechase 12lb extra. Value to winner: €22125; Second: €7500; Third: €3750; Fourth: €1875; Fifth: €1125; Sixth: €750 SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE

SIXTH RACE 4.35p.m. The Premiere Weekend Ticket Just €25 For Limited Time Only (Q.R.) Handicap Steeplechase of €11,500 Winner will receive €6,900 (Penalty Value: €6,785), Second will receive €2,300, Third will receive €1,150, Fourth will receive €575, Fifth will receive €345, Sixth will receive €230 An extended handicap steeplechase for five years old and upwards (110 = 12st 4lbs). About 2 miles 7 furlongs 39 yards. €103.50 to enter, €11.50 extra if declared to run. Penalties - Winner of a steeplechase after calculation of the handicap shall carry 7lb extra for each steeplechase won. Riders: Qualified Riders under I.N.H.S. Rules. Top weight after the time of declaration shall not be less than 12st 4lbs and the minimum weight is 10st 7lbs. Handicaps calculated 9th October Value to winner: €6785; Second: €2300; Third: €1150; Fourth: €575; Fifth: €345; Sixth: €230

SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE

SEVENTH RACE 5.05p.m. The BetVictor Flat Race of €11,000 (Generously sponsored by BetVictor) Winner will receive €6,600 (Penalty Value: €6,490), Second will receive €2,200, Third will receive €1,100, Fourth will receive €550, Fifth will receive €330, Sixth will receive €220 An I.N.H. flat race for four years old only that have not won a race under any N.H. Rules or Rules of Racing (excluding Academy Hurdles and 3-y-o Junior N.H. Hurdles) other than one I.N.H. flat race or N.H. flat race. About 2 miles 95 yards. €99 to enter, €11 extra if declared to run. Weights: 11st 3lbs. Fillies allowed 7lbs. Penalty - Winner of an I.N.H. flat race or a N.H. flat race 7lb extra. Riders: Qualified Riders under I.N.H.S. Rules. Value to winner: €6490; Second: €2200; Third: €1100; Fourth: €550; Fifth: €330; Sixth: €220