17.10
YieldingNavan Handicap
- Prize money: £7952.17
- 1m 5f 0y
- 16 runners
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Runners: 16 runners
Type: Flat Turf
Surface: Turf
Weather: Partly cloudy
14/1 (Won)
- Win: £8.80
- Place: £2.40
Form: 0/810- C BF
Last run: 274 days
W: 9st 0lb
5 yo Gelding
OR: 81
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
2 |
7th Feb 2026 Soft 1m 7f 158y |
11st 11lb |
Better known as a four-time winner on the Flat; maiden hurdle winner in 2023; ran out at the third-last when clear in a hurdle race at Fairyhouse in April 2024; returned from a long absence with a run in December; should be sharper now. |
8/1 |
|
18th 16 (4) |
29th Sep 2024 Yielding 2m 0f 170y |
9st 3lb |
led |
20/1 |
|
14th 4 (10) |
18th Jun 2024 Good To Firm 2m 3f 210y Class 2 |
9st 9lb |
Unraced on firmer than good; fairly useful hurdler who's won from the front in three of his last four Flat starts, including at Navan (1m5f, good to yielding) and Killarney (2m1f, soft; Almuhit fourth) in his two runs this season; the latter was in fine style and a major step forward with the step up in trip, so this improving 5yo is one to take seriously despite his rise in the weights and a much stronger race. |
14/1 |
8/1
- Place: £1.70
Form: 31331-
Last run: 188 days
W: 10st 0lb
4 yo Gelding
OR: 95
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
2 (24) |
29th Jun 2025 Good 2m 0f 0y |
9st 11lb |
Has kept good company over hurdles since his last Flat run almost a year ago; that was in the Group 2 Curragh Cup; this is more realistic but he has plenty of weight. |
16/1 |
|
7th 2 |
2nd May 2025 Yielding 2m 4f 140y |
11st 12lb |
Has outrun his odds in graded company on a couple of occasions including this meeting last year when 3l behind Kargese; however, well held in Grade 2 at Fairyhouse last month and this is even tougher. |
50/1 |
|
7th 2 |
2nd May 2025 Yielding 2m 4f 140y |
11st 12lb |
Has outrun his odds in graded company on a couple of occasions including this meeting last year when 3l behind Kargese; however, well held in Grade 2 at Fairyhouse last month and this is even tougher. |
50/1 |
9/2
- Place: £1.70
Form: 10/20-
Last run: 267 days
W: 9st 10lb
5 yo Gelding
OR: 91
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
10th 8 (8) |
31st Aug 2026 Good 1m 4f 17y |
9st 8lb |
Dual Flat winner in 2022 and added a maiden hurdle last year; nothing of note this year until signs of a return to form when a staying-on third over 2m at Tramore. |
14/1 |
|
3rd 7 (5) |
15th Aug 2026 Yielding 2m 0f 0y |
9st 3lb |
Dual Flat winner in 2022 and added a maiden hurdle last year; just okay Flat handicap runs this season before tailed off effort over hurdles at Ballinrobe; beaten 22l at Fairyhouse last time; others preferred. |
14/1 |
7/1
- Place: £3.00
Form: 23210-
Last run: 195 days
W: 9st 1lb
4 yo Filly
OR: 82
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
5th 1 (13) |
6th Sep 2024 Good 2m 2f 141y |
10st 2lb |
Didn't make the cut for the amateur handicap over 2m1f at Galway where she ran well in 1m4f handicap at last year's festival; good comeback over 1m5f at Navan in April and missed 1m7f engagement last month due to quick ground; trainer obviously thinks she'll stay and chance under talented claimer if she can get her toe in. |
15/2 |
8/1
Form: 23019-
Last run: 216 days
W: 9st 9lb
5 yo Gelding
OR: 90
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
5th 7 (2) |
18th Jul 2026 Good To Firm 2m 0f 110y Class 2 |
8st 12lb |
Made most for two game wins in four-runner C&D races (good to firm) last summer, latterly in this race off 2lb higher than today; second to Baileys Khelstar over C&D on latest outing was in just a three-runner race but easily his best Flat effort this year, so he could be on his way back. |
9/2 |
|
2nd 1 (2) |
23rd Jun 2026 Good To Firm 2m 0f 0y Class 4 |
10st 1lb |
Comes into this off the back of winning a three-runner race over hurdles at Fontwell, but he is equally adept on the Flat with two wins in four-runner contests over C&D (good to firm) last summer, including this race off 1lb lower; respected. |
7/2 |
16/1
Form: 42198-
Last run: 198 days
W: 8st 11lb
6 yo Gelding
OR: 78
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
9th 1 (1) |
16th Jul 2026 Good 1m 2f 0y |
10st 4lb |
Three Flat wins for this yard, including over 1m6f and 2m; unplaced in five starts on the level since winning over 10.5f on AW in late 2024, but was placed in a maiden hurdle in February; has gone to Galway the last three years, and this is most likely a prep run. |
16/1 |
|
12th 11 (5) |
3rd Jun 2026 Good 1m 6f 0y |
8st 8lb |
Six-time Flat winner but losing run goes back to December 2024; hurdling last winter without success, may need this comeback run. |
16/1 |
|
3 (1) |
19th Oct 2025 Yielding 1m 4f 0y |
9st 9lb |
French soft ground winner won over 2m at Clonmel last year off 76 and later added AW win; restricted campaign this year, never counting at Galway last time over 1m4f and has twice missed engagements since due to yielding ground; remains a bit high in the handicap. |
16/1 |
20/1
Form: 42148-
Last run: 217 days
W: 9st 7lb
5 yo Gelding
OR: 88
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
11th 6 (6) |
5th Sep 2025 Good 2m 2f 141y |
9st 11lb |
Sole turf win came in 2m1f Galway handicap two years ago (yielding); safely held this summer, most recently when attempting repeat Galway win; bit to prove. |
16/1 |
|
12 (2) |
30th Jul 2025 Good 2m 0f 110y |
9st 11lb |
Won this race under this rider in 2023 when trained by Richard O' Brien, his sole victory on turf; just 1lb higher now and signs of returning to form on fourth start for this stable at Ballinrobe last time; could go well. |
16/1 |
|
12 (8) |
21st Jul 2025 Yielding 1m 4f 184y |
8st 7lb |
The last of his two wins was at Galway in 2023, over 2m; well held in three starts this year and needs loads more from 1lb out of the handicap. |
50/1 |
7/1
Form: 41128- D
Last run: 168 days
W: 10st 0lb
6 yo Filly
OR: 95
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
5th 7 (11) |
13th Oct 2024 Yielding 2m 0f 23y |
9st 0lb |
started quickly, led narrowly, prominent after 2f, lost position but in touch with leaders after 3f |
12/1 |
|
5th 8 (6) |
14th Sep 2024 Heavy 1m 7f 196y Class 2 |
8st 7lb |
Three 1m5f/1m4f handicap wins when making most last year; easily her most competitive show this term when never-nearer second at Killarney (extended 1m6f, yielding to soft) last time; that's the furthest she's been on the Flat and gives hope for this longer trip; acts on heavy; one to consider. |
11/2 |
|
2nd 4 (13) |
23rd Aug 2024 Good 1m 6f 80y |
9st 2lb |
midfield early, towards rear when pushed along briefly before halfway |
10/1 |
20/1
Form: 16949/
Last run: 625 days
W: 9st 2lb
6 yo Gelding
OR: 83
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
1st 1 |
28th Aug 2026 Good To Firm 3m 0f 0y |
11st 10lb |
Talented 8yo was well held when 8-1 (same price as Rocky's Diamond) in Galway Plate; easy winner of 3m conditions hurdle at Cork previously and won 2m handicap at the Curragh on Derby weekend (now rated 95 on the level); only third of five when favourite for this last year, but has improved in the interim. |
3/1 |
|
13th 12 |
29th Jul 2026 Good 2m 6f 111y |
11st 1lb |
2-4 over fences, though not seen in this discipline since well held in a Grade 3 at this fixture two years ago; he returns in excellent form, in recent weeks winning on the Flat (2m) and over hurdles at Cork (3m); could have a big run in him. |
16/1 |
|
1st 3 |
10th Jul 2026 Good 3m 0f 0y |
11st 6lb |
Smart dual-purpose type won a nice Flat prize over 2m a fortnight ago; came off worse in a couple of 3m clashes with Happy Jacky last year, but not by much, including when beaten a head in the corresponding race; relishes good ground. |
6/1 |
10/1
Form: 413-0
Last run: 17 days
W: 9st 0lb
4 yo Gelding
OR: 81
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
4 |
23rd Aug 2024 Good 2m 2f 120y |
11st 9lb |
prominent, not fluent 2nd, pressed leader and 5th, disputing second when fell 2 out |
16/1 |
|
10th 5 (22) |
31st Jul 2024 Good 2m 0f 110y |
10st 1lb |
prominent |
40/1 |
|
3rd 5 |
15th Jul 2024 Good 2m 5f 185y |
11st 2lb |
Hasn't been at his best on the Flat the last twice (effective in that scene) but he's talented and won a 2m maiden hurdle at Navan in March without much fuss, fulfilling the promise of his initial effort in a good race at Naas; just a worry that those best efforts have been in the mud and this trip represents a new venture. |
10/1 |
12/1
Form: 21200-
Last run: 195 days
W: 10st 2lb
7 yo Gelding
OR: 97
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
3rd 4 |
2nd Aug 2026 Good To Yielding 2m 0f 160y |
11st 10lb |
Won this 2022 & 2023 and bids for third win on the back of a fine third of 20 in Connacht Hotel QR Handicap here on Monday, staying on well after not clear run; below best on flat here on Friday, questionable whether he'll turn out for a third time this week. |
6/1 |
|
5th 3 (5) |
31st Jul 2026 Yielding 1m 6f 14y |
9st 9lb |
Six-time course winner bounced back to form with an excellent effort in the QR handicap here on Monday, beaten just 1.25l off 88; this trip possibly on the sharp side but loves it here and not discounted for place purposes. |
9/2 |
|
3rd 15 (13) |
27th Jul 2026 Good To Yielding 2m 0f 179y |
11st 6lb |
Course specialist, four of his five Flat wins and both hurdle wins here; highlight when a winning favourite in this race in 2023; scored at a more modest level at last year's meeting, despite almost falling when clipping heels in the dip; rash to ignore; good point-to-point rider claims 7lb. |
12/1 |
16/1
Form: 6521-7
Last run: 43 days
W: 9st 2lb
4 yo Colt
OR: 83
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
13th 11 (8) |
7th Jun 2026 Good 1m 5f 0y |
9st 2lb |
4-20 on turf but hasn't won since 2023; not a bad run over 2m at Listowel (2m, good) after missing the break latest; more needed back in trip, but positive rider booking. |
14/1 |
|
6th 14 (9) |
31st May 2026 Good 2m 0f 40y |
8st 7lb |
Four-time winner over 1m4f back in the day in Britain; nothing like that sort of form for current yard, mark rapidly descending of late but 5lb outside the handicap here; declared reserve in 7.25 at Down Royal on Friday. |
25/1 |
11/2
Form: 33-311
Last run: 36 days
W: 9st 0lb
4 yo Colt
OR: 81
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
9th 4 (7) |
30th Aug 2026 Good To Firm 2m 0f 0y Class 3 |
10st 1lb |
Pulled up over hurdles on final two runs for Ben Pauling but he won his two previous Flat races when trained in Ireland and belatedly completed a hat-trick when coming from last to first despite steady fractions in a 1m6f handicap at Sandown in June (good); raised a fair 5lb; showed some early promise on slow ground. |
7/2 |
|
1st 2 (6) |
13th Jun 2026 Good 1m 6f 0y Class 4 |
9st 8lb |
Four AW wins in Ireland in 2024 (10.7f-1m4f), all in blinkers; modest hurdle form for Ben Pauling in 2025; makes his stable debut after 205 days off and he goes without headgear. |
16/1 |
40/1
Form: 82450- D
Last run: 211 days
W: 9st 2lb
8 yo Gelding
OR: 83
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
9 |
24th Nov 2024 Yielding 2m 0f 166y |
10st 3lb |
One-time useful Flat horse has been regressive this year; much the best of four hurdle runs came on debut in 2023; isn't shouting to be backed on handicap debut. |
22/1 |
|
9 |
24th Nov 2024 Yielding 2m 0f 166y |
10st 3lb |
One-time useful Flat horse has been regressive this year; much the best of four hurdle runs came on debut in 2023; isn't shouting to be backed on handicap debut. |
22/1 |
|
10th 1 (3) |
30th Oct 2024 Standard 1m 4f 0y |
10st 2lb |
C&D winner over four years ago; later won four times on turf; on a long losing run; huge price when always at the back here 19 days ago. |
25/1 |
50/1
Form: 00/50-
Last run: 195 days
W: 9st 2lb
11 yo Gelding
OR: 83
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
10th 5 (9) |
8th Aug 2024 Good 1m 7f 0y |
11st 2lb |
prominent behind clear leader |
33/1 |
|
10th 3 (13) |
19th Jul 2024 Good 1m 5f 0y |
10st 0lb |
midfield |
28/1 |
|
16th 10 (12) |
28th Jun 2024 Good 2m 0f 0y |
9st 6lb |
Eight career wins but no trace of his best form for some time; not disgraced in a Fairyhouse handicap last time but much more needed. |
66/1 |
16/1
Form: 41233- BF
Last run: 232 days
W: 8st 12lb
4 yo Colt
OR: 79
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
5th 3 |
20th Aug 2026 Good 2m 1f 0y |
11st 7lb |
Maiden/novice wins during the summer of 2024; mostly disappointing since then, fell at Thurles when last seen in January; makes stable debut. |
25/1 |
|
1 |
18th Jan 2026 Yielding 1m 7f 168y |
11st 12lb |
Maiden/novice wins during the summer of 2024; mostly disappointing in the meantime, 35l behind at Leopardstown last time (2m, yielding); others preferred. |
33/1 |
Non-runners
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| Payout | |
|---|---|
| Exacta | €102.20 |
| Straight Forecast | €83.71 |
| Tricast | €582.44 |
| Trifecta | €775.40 |
Selections
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