December 01 / 17.00 Dundalk (AW)

17.00

Standard

Gateway Hotel Dundalk Race & Stay Claiming Race

  • Prize money: £5482.3
  • 0m 7f 0y
  • 12 runners
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Gateway Hotel Dundalk Race & Stay Claiming Race

Runners: 12 runners

Type: Flat AW

Surface: Polytrack

Weather: Partly cloudy

11/2 (Won)

  • Win: £6.60
  • Place: £2.10

Form: 773445

Last run: 46 days

W: 8st 11lb

2 yo Filly

OR: 66

Form & Verdict
Respectable form in nurseries of late, invariably putting in best work at finish; nicely in at the weights so interesting to see how she takes to this surface.
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9th

7

(8)

19th Jan 2026

Standard

1m 4f 51y

Class 6

17:30 Wolverhampton (AW)

Pomeriggio

9st 4lb

J: Jack Dace

T: Nikki Evans

Ex-Irish; only win was in a 7f claimer (AW) in December 2023 and she finished a tailed-off last in her final two runs (hurdle/Flat) last year; 2m may have been too far here last month but she needs a major revival back at this trip.

50/1

5

23rd Sep 2025

Good

2m 3f 0y

Class 5

15:58 Warwick

Pomeriggio

11st 0lb

J: Ben Poste

T: Nikki Evans

Remote third on the Flat (1m5f) last time after three months off; has placed form in novice hurdles but doesn't look obviously well treated for this handicap debut.

7/1

2nd
8 (3)
Cool Dan

9/2

  • Place: £1.40

Form: 75564

Last run: 23 days

W: 8st 8lb

2 yo Colt

OR: 65

Form & Verdict
Seemingly flattered by Curragh maiden run over the summer and (having been gelded) below that form three times since, mildly encouraging run in first-time blinkers in nursery here last time over 6f when racing away from principals on far side; stamina remains unproven at this trip but could go well if staying.
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10th

6

(3)

5th Aug 2024

Good

0m 5f 205y

15:20 Naas

Cool Dan

9st 9lb

J: Scott McCullagh

T: Leanne Breen

Placed several times on AW up to 7f; however, has been poor on last two starts and now in a tongue-tie/cheekpieces combination.

25/1

5th

6

(6)

30th Mar 2024

Heavy

0m 7f 0y

14:20 Cork

Cool Dan

8st 12lb

J: Chris Hayes

T: Leanne Breen

raced in second, weakened quickly 2f out

10/1

7/1

  • Place: £3.10

Form: 955

Last run: 58 days

W: 8st 11lb

2 yo Filly

OR: 64

Form & Verdict
Fair level of form in three turf runs, extended 5f last time at Navan looking on the short side; back up in trip here with hood tried and has her chance at the weights.
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12th

13

22nd Aug 2024

Good

2m 1f 0y

16:33 Killarney

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10st 7lb

J: Patrick M O’Brien

T: Gavin Cromwell

didn't jump with fluency, towards rear throughout, detached halfway

14/1

6th

2

(1)

7th Aug 2024

Yielding

1m 5f 98y

19:32 Sligo

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9st 11lb

J: Gary Carroll

T: Gavin Cromwell

took keen hold, led at steady pace, headed under 3f out, soon weakened

8/1

5th

8

(4)

22nd Jul 2024

Yielding

1m 1f 126y

18:10 Ballinrobe

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8st 11lb

J: Robert Whearty

T: Gavin Cromwell

Third in a Dundalk claimer in December; has failed to build on that in two handicaps and was down the field in a recent claimer at Bellewstown; down 6lb from opening mark, may be competitive.

10/1

Form: 78061 CD

Last run: 9 days

W: 8st 8lb

2 yo Filly

OR: 60

Form & Verdict
Off the mark on first try at this trip in nursery nine days ago despite slipped saddle, allowed to dictate from early on and seeing it out well; could have more to offer at this trip and should go well.
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13th

10

(13)

10th Jan 2025

Standard

1m 0f 0y

18:30 Dundalk (AW)

Rhasidat

8st 13lb

J: Jimmy Dalton

T: Andrew Slattery

Both wins came over 7f on AW last winter but really struggled after a yard switch and probably best watched from the widest draw debuting for another new trainer.

20/1

13th

10

(13)

10th Jan 2025

Standard

1m 0f 0y

18:30 Dundalk (AW)

Rhasidat

8st 13lb

J: Jimmy Dalton

T: Andrew Slattery

Both wins came over 7f on AW last winter but really struggled after a yard switch and probably best watched from the widest draw debuting for another new trainer.

20/1

13th

14

(13)

30th Oct 2024

Standard

0m 7f 0y

16:45 Dundalk (AW)

Rhasidat

8st 10lb

J: Wayne Hassett

T: Patrick J McKenna

C&D winner a year ago for Ado McGuinness later won at Kempton; nothing yet for current yard this year and 6lb out of handicap here.

25/1

10/1

Form: 43463

Last run: 15 days

W: 8st 8lb

2 yo Filly

OR:

Form & Verdict
Pick of form in Britain for Peter Chapple-Hyam on AW when placed at Newcastle and final start last month when close third in Chelmsford nursery off 56, having been produced with every chance after a slow start; bought for 3,400gns a week later and one to consider on first start for Ado McGuinness.
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7

(1)

21st Jun 2025

Good

1m 4f 207y

17:10 Down Royal

Gregorina

9st 5lb

J: Sam Coen

T: Adrian McGuinness

Won from 4lb higher last year at Hamilton (1m4f, soft); has shown little since and was last seen on the end of a 34l defeat returning from an absence two weeks ago at Fairyhouse (1m2f, good); needs to bounce back.

33/1

8

(18)

6th Jun 2025

Good

1m 2f 0y

20:10 Fairyhouse

Gregorina

9st 5lb

J: Jamie Powell

T: Adrian McGuinness

Won twice last summer, at Ballinrobe off 49 and Hamilton off 52; going through the motions at Dundalk earlier this year; capable off this mark on return to turf but drawn wide and might need this after a 114-day break.

33/1

11

(1)

12th Feb 2025

Standard

1m 4f 0y

17:05 Dundalk (AW)

Gregorina

9st 2lb

J: Adam Caffrey

T: Adrian McGuinness

Well drawn but recent form means a case is hard to make for her.

33/1

Form: 047

Last run: 2 days

W: 8st 11lb

2 yo Filly

OR:

Form & Verdict
Much improved on second start and AW debut when speed for much of way in finishing fourth in 6f auction maiden (Go Go Gonzo behind) a month ago but didn't appear to stay this trip on Wednesday when well held.
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6th

3

(10)

1st Dec 2023

Standard

0m 7f 0y

17:00 Dundalk (AW)

Miss Alaska

8st 11lb

J: Declan McDonogh

T: Joseph Patrick O’Brien

Much improved on second start and AW debut when speed for much of way in finishing fourth in 6f auction maiden (Go Go Gonzo behind) a month ago but didn't appear to stay this trip on Wednesday when well held.

8/1

7th

8

(6)

29th Nov 2023

Standard

0m 7f 0y

15:55 Dundalk (AW)

Miss Alaska

9st 0lb

J: Mikey Sheehy

T: Joseph Patrick O’Brien

pressed leader

11/4

4th

5

(8)

1st Nov 2023

Standard

0m 6f 0y

15:00 Dundalk (AW)

Miss Alaska

9st 0lb

J: Mikey Sheehy

T: Joseph Patrick O’Brien

Kodiac filly dropped out tamely on Gowran debut in July on soft; given time off since and could appreciate this sounder surface but watching brief advised.

14/1

Form: 08055

Last run: 23 days

W: 8st 8lb

2 yo Filly

OR: 56

Form & Verdict
Opening two runs in nurseries just okay and seemingly good bit of improvement needed to play a major role here.
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7th

6

(8)

1st Dec 2023

Standard

0m 7f 0y

17:00 Dundalk (AW)

Avanti Avana

8st 8lb

J: Wesley Joyce

T: John S O’Donoghue

Opening two runs in nurseries just okay and seemingly good bit of improvement needed to play a major role here.

25/1

5th

8

(4)

8th Nov 2023

Standard

0m 6f 0y

14:00 Dundalk (AW)

Avanti Avana

9st 2lb

J: Ronan Whelan

T: John S O’Donoghue

Not a lot of promise in three maiden runs; gave first sign of winning potential when fifth of 11 on handicap debut at Navan, further progress is needed.

10/1

5th

8

(5)

4th Oct 2023

Soft

0m 5f 164y

14:25 Navan

Avanti Avana

8st 12lb

J: Wesley Joyce

T: John S O’Donoghue

Not a lot of promise in three maiden runs and will have to improve on nursery debut but in-form apprentice claims a valuable 7lb; check market.

12/1

Form: 51600

Last run: 42 days

W: 9st 12lb

2 yo Filly

OR: 70

Form & Verdict
Bellewstown maiden winner (1m) was outclassed in a pair of Group 3 races on soft ground and didn't count on AW debut in C&D nursery in October; stiff enough task conceding lumps of weight all-round here.
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14th

5

(11)

20th Dec 2023

Standard

0m 7f 0y

16:45 Dundalk (AW)

Lady Craftsman

9st 11lb

J: Jack Cleary

T: Adrian Murray

Disappointing since 1m Bellewstown maiden win on her second start, blinkers tried now; hard to be confident.

16/1

8th

1

(5)

1st Dec 2023

Standard

0m 7f 0y

17:00 Dundalk (AW)

Lady Craftsman

9st 12lb

J: Robbie Colgan

T: Adrian Murray

Bellewstown maiden winner (1m) was outclassed in a pair of Group 3 races on soft ground and didn't count on AW debut in C&D nursery in October; stiff enough task conceding lumps of weight all-round here.

14/1

13th

12

(10)

20th Oct 2023

Standard

0m 7f 0y

18:15 Dundalk (AW)

Lady Craftsman

9st 1lb

J: Robbie Colgan

T: Adrian Murray

A Bellewstown maiden winner over 1m was outclassed in a pair of Group 3 races since on soft ground; certainly has a chance on AW debut.

14/1

10/1

Form: 68

Last run: 9 days

W: 8st 8lb

2 yo Gelding

OR:

Form & Verdict
Made some late headway in a 6f maiden here a month ago (bit to find with Miss Alaska on that) but didn't get home over today's trip when racing keenly three weeks later; clearly needs to settle better.
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11th

9

(8)

20th Dec 2023

Standard

0m 7f 0y

16:45 Dundalk (AW)

Go Go Gonzo

9st 7lb

J: Jack Kearney

T: G M Lyons

One of three runners for Ger Lyons, Colin Keane on Alto Sax; others much preferred following a modest run under Keane here last week.

14/1

8th

3

(8)

13th Dec 2023

Standard

0m 6f 0y

15:45 Dundalk (AW)

Go Go Gonzo

9st 7lb

J: Colin Keane

T: G M Lyons

took keen hold, towards rear throughout

5/1

9th

9

(12)

1st Dec 2023

Standard

0m 7f 0y

17:00 Dundalk (AW)

Go Go Gonzo

8st 8lb

J: Leigh Roche

T: G M Lyons

Made some late headway in a 6f maiden here a month ago (bit to find with Miss Alaska on that) but didn't get home over today's trip when racing keenly three weeks later; clearly needs to settle better.

10/1

14/1

Form:

Last run:

W: 8st 8lb

2 yo Filly

OR:

Form & Verdict
Time Test filly cost 46,000gns as a foal and 50,000euros as a yearling; half-sister to winners Aristobulus (6f 2yo/1m4f inc AW; RPR 86), Mazikeen (1m AW 2yo; 69) and Anaz (French/Spanish 1m-1m4f inc AW); dam placed 8.5f, half-sister to 6f Listed winner Silva; newcomer from respected source, market support could prove significant.
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12th

11

(10)

4th Jul 2024

Good

1m 6f 109y

19:10 Bellewstown

Veil Dance

8st 7lb

J: Siobhan Rutledge

T: John C McConnell

Not much promise from four runs in maidens and claimers up to 1m2f; has to do much more on handicap debut up markedly in trip; 1lb out of the handicap; hood added.

16/1

12th

16

(1)

16th Jun 2024

Good

1m 1f 100y

16:51 Gowran Park

Veil Dance

9st 3lb

J: Siobhan Rutledge

T: John C McConnell

Two of her heavy defeats have been in claimers and she brings no form claims.

100/1

OUR TIP

12/1

Form:

Last run:

W: 9st 2lb

2 yo Filly

OR:

Form & Verdict
National Defense filly is third foal of an unraced half-sister to winners Sureness (1m-1m4f Flat inc AW/2m-2m1f hurdle), Top Frock (7f-1m2f inc AW), Billy Blue (1m AW 2yo) and Mecca's Missus (6f/7f inc 2yo); taking jockey booking for belated debut so worth a market check.
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7th

8

(1)

24th Jun 2024

Yielding

1m 1f 156y

17:10 Ballinrobe

National Style

9st 3lb

J: James Ryan

T: R P Cody

Never featured in an AW claimer in December; 200-1 shot when last of 15 in a 1m Gowran maiden a week ago.

33/1

15th

8

(13)

17th Jun 2024

Good

1m 0f 0y

15:35 Gowran Park

National Style

9st 3lb

J: Mikey Sheehy

T: R P Cody

Never figured in an AW claimer in December and impossible to recommend after that.

33/1

11th

2

(7)

1st Dec 2023

Standard

0m 7f 0y

17:00 Dundalk (AW)

National Style

9st 2lb

J: Colin Keane

T: R P Cody

National Defense filly is third foal of an unraced half-sister to winners Sureness (1m-1m4f Flat inc AW/2m-2m1f hurdle), Top Frock (7f-1m2f inc AW), Billy Blue (1m AW 2yo) and Mecca's Missus (6f/7f inc 2yo); taking jockey booking for belated debut so worth a market check.

12/1

33/1

Form:

Last run: 16 days

W: 8st 8lb

2 yo Filly

OR:

Form & Verdict
Never recovered from slow start on C&D debut last month when a 50-1 shot; best watched.
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12th

7

(1)

1st Dec 2023

Standard

0m 7f 0y

17:00 Dundalk (AW)

Bettys Secret

8st 8lb

J: Sean D Bowen

T: Mark Fahey

Never recovered from slow start on C&D debut last month when a 50-1 shot; best watched.

33/1

14th

13

(6)

15th Nov 2023

Standard

0m 7f 0y

13:50 Dundalk (AW)

Bettys Secret

8st 9lb

J: Jamie Powell

T: Mark Fahey

First foal out of a mare who won a handicap at 7f and 1m1f for this stable; she acted on most types of ground and her form included a course second placing over the extended 1m2f.

25/1

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Payout
Exacta €24.30
Straight Forecast €19.61
Trifecta €232.60

Selections

POSTDATA:

Gregorina

SPOTLIGHT:

Rhasidat

RP RATINGS (IRE):

Cool Dan

The Irish Sun:

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