November 22 / 15.07 Tipperary

15.07

Yielding To Soft

Tipperary Beginners Chase

  • Prize money: £5643.48
  • 2m 0f 90y
  • 8 runners
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Tipperary Beginners Chase

Runners: 8 runners

Type: Chase Turf

Surface: Turf

Weather: Partly cloudy

10/1 (Won)

  • Win: £5.80
  • Place: £1.60

Form: 11373- D

Last run: 204 days

W: 11st 5lb

6 yo Mare

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Form & Verdict
Ran up a hat-trick in bumpers and a maiden hurdle this time last year; ended campaign with fair third in Punchestown novice with a rating of 125 so needs to improve for switch to fences here to feature.
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3rd

4

1st May 2026

Yielding

2m 4f 55y

16:50 Punchestown

Only By Night

11st 3lb

J: Keith Donoghue

T: Gavin Cromwell

Last year's Arkle runner-up is 4-8 over fences; won a Naas Grade 3 on her seasonal return in November; disappointed in a Grade 1 at Leopardstown a month later but back on song when chasing Dinoblue home in the Mares' Chase at Cheltenham; big player again here.

9/4

2nd

4

13th Mar 2026

Good

2m 4f 127y

Class 1

14:40 Cheltenham

Only By Night

11st 5lb

J: Keith Donoghue

T: Gavin Cromwell

Runner-up in the Arkle here (2m, good to soft) 12 months ago and returned from a break with a game win Grade 3 against males at Naas (2m, soft) in November; unproven at today's trip and well beaten in Grade 1 against males at Leopardstown (2m1f, yielding) in December, but was badly hampered at the second fence; has an each-way shout if seeing out the distance.

7/1

2nd

6

1st May 2025

Yielding

2m 0f 75y

17:25 Punchestown

Only By Night

11st 5lb

J: Keith Donoghue

T: Gavin Cromwell

Progressive mare whose record of 3-4 since switched to chasing features wins in Cork Grade 2 and Exeter Listed event, both against her own sex; belied her 25-1 odds with excellent second in dramatic Arkle most recently, edging ahead and looking the likely winner on the run-in only to be collared by the fast-finishing winner close home; had Majborough behind on that occasion but she might be reliant on the Mullins runner to falter in the jumping department again.

3/1

15/8

  • Place: £1.10

Form: 21314- D

Last run: 203 days

W: 11st 12lb

6 yo Gelding

OR:

Form & Verdict
138-rated hurdler last season, two Fairyhouse wins included 2m Grade 2 novice on heavy; fair fourth to Ballyburn in Grade 1 Champion Novice final start when 2m5f trip probably stretched him; brother to classy chaser Ferny Hollow should make his mark chasing and big shout here.
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3rd

4

1st May 2025

Yielding

2m 0f 75y

15:05 Punchestown

Mirazur West

11st 1lb

J: Jody McGarvey

T: W P Mullins

Grade 2-winning hurdler got off the mark over fences at the fourth time of asking when landing standard Cork beginners' (2m1f, yielding) 11 days ago, doing it from the front; won't be allowed to dictate things here but opening mark is fair and is another worthy of respect for the Mullins stable.

15/2

12/1

  • Place: £2.70

Form: /P1P9- D

Last run: 204 days

W: 11st 5lb

6 yo Mare

OR:

Form & Verdict
Didn't spend too much time hurdling last season, winning Fairyhouse maiden but didn't feature twice afterwards in much better company; like many in the yard, expected to make a better chaser but this looks a stiff introduction.
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15th

18

10th Mar 2026

Good To Soft

2m 4f 44y

Class 1

16:40 Cheltenham

Theatre Native

10st 7lb

J: Mike O’Connor

T: Henry De Bromhead

Hurdle winner on heavy but best form on good ground, when a wide-margin winner of a mares' novice handicap chase on the New course (about 2m4f) last April; well held back here in November and at Leopardstown on Boxing Day which leaves her with something to find.

25/1

3rd

1

19th Oct 2025

Good

2m 3f 50y

16:50 Limerick

Theatre Native

11st 12lb

J: Darragh O’Keeffe

T: Henry De Bromhead

Hurdle winner got off the mark over fences in a valuable mares' Grade 3 handicap at Cheltenham in April; was well below that level at Punchestown next time; however, has gone well fresh before so considered.

6/1

Form: 4P398- D

Last run: 206 days

W: 11st 12lb

6 yo Gelding

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Form & Verdict
137-rated hurdler though just 1-8 in that discipline having faced some stiff tasks; just okay runs in competitive handicaps final two starts last term, in Scottish Champion Hurdle and when 20L off stablemate Daddy Long Legs at Punchestown; related to some smart chasers and has to be respected from top yard.
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4

29th Sep 2025

Yielding

2m 0f 147y

16:35 Roscommon

Westport Cove

11st 1lb

J: Paul Townend

T: W P Mullins

Smart hurdler, though with an inferior mark to King Of Kingsfield; however, he's already a better chaser and after dominating Itsalladream at Ballinrobe he was runner-up (from the front) in a Grade 3 at Galway; standout claims.

8/11

2nd

8

31st Jul 2025

Good

2m 2f 54y

14:10 Galway

Westport Cove

11st 1lb

J: Paul Townend

T: W P Mullins

Decent hurdler is a higher-rated chaser despite just one win from six attempts, unchallenged in beating Itsalladream at Ballinrobe in May (good) on latest; posted higher RPR's in defeat earlier under similar forcing tactics, notably fourth in valuable 2m1f Plumpton handicap; Townend's pick but possibly vulnerable at this level.

7/2

10

26th May 2025

Good

2m 1f 54y

18:00 Ballinrobe

Westport Cove

11st 12lb

J: Paul Townend

T: W P Mullins

Useful hurdler, though won only once from eight starts; 0-5 over fences and appears flattered by an official rating of 140; made a couple of mistakes when beaten favourite (fourth) for a Plumpton handicap five weeks ago; reproduction of neck second to Aspire Tower at Wexford might be enough in this company.

11/8

Form: 2023-7 D

Last run: 25 days

W: 11st 5lb

6 yo Filly

OR:

Form & Verdict
Solid 120-rated performer over hurdles but made little impact when well beaten on chase debut at Wexford last month behind another in the same ownership; again looks the owner's second-choice here.
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1st

4

29th May 2026

Good

2m 0f 0y

19:35 Tramore

Splashing Out

10st 13lb

J: Peter Smithers

T: Eoin Griffin

Hurdle/chase winner; had lost her way but off a reduced mark she rediscovered some form when beaten about 6l into third at Downpatrick three weeks ago (2m2f, good); won't be far away if as good again.

5/1

3rd

3

8th May 2026

Good To Yielding

2m 1f 165y

18:35 Downpatrick

Splashing Out

11st 9lb

J: Peter Smithers

T: Eoin Griffin

Out of sorts since winning at Down Royal last October; finished more than 10l behind A Snow White Park in a recent handicap chase at Tramore.

8/1

7th

6

19th Apr 2026

Soft

1m 7f 110y

17:00 Tramore

Splashing Out

11st 5lb

J: Peter Smithers

T: Eoin Griffin

Hurdles and chase winner; out of sorts since winning at Down Royal in October but has slipped back down to her last winning mark and ran well on only previous visit to this track; can't dismiss.

22/1

Form: 5023-5 D

Last run: 25 days

W: 11st 12lb

6 yo Gelding

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Form & Verdict
128-rated hurdler with wins at Clonmel and Cork last season on soft/heavy and best efforts on final two starts when placed in competitive handicaps at Punchestown and Fairyhouse; okay chase debut effort in good-class Wexford beginners last month and expected to come on for that.
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2nd

4

25th May 2026

Good

2m 7f 80y

18:35 Ballinrobe

Conyers Hill

11st 0lb

J: Alan O’Sullivan

T: Paul Nolan

Basically a bridle horse who doesn't find much when let down, but plenty of strong form and couldn't knock his latest second to an improver at Punchestown where he pulled clear of the rest (2m4f, yielding); doubt he wants this far, but easy track will help and valuable 7lb claimed.

8/1

2nd

8

29th Apr 2026

Yielding

2m 4f 80y

17:25 Punchestown

Conyers Hill

10st 9lb

J: Sean Flanagan

T: Paul Nolan

Novice win came at Down Royal last season and pick of this season's handicap form when fourth in 2m4f Paddy Power Gold Cup at Cheltenham and held narrow lead when faller two out in 2m4f Tim Duggan Memorial at Limerick over Christmas; didn't stay 3m1f in Thyestes following month and has had time off since; could go well.

13/2

5th

16

22nd Jan 2026

Heavy

3m 1f 0y

15:30 Gowran Park

Conyers Hill

10st 9lb

J: Sean Flanagan

T: Paul Nolan

Two good runs at Cheltenham this season, including fourth in the Paddy Power in November, and a creditable second at Limerick on his seasonal debut the previous month; in the lead but beginning to look vulnerable when falling two out in the Tim Duggan at Limerick on latest.

20/1

Form: 8110P-

Last run: 237 days

W: 11st 12lb

6 yo Gelding

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Form & Verdict
Smart 134-rated novice hurdler last season, twice a winner on heavy ground including running away with 2m4f Punchestown novice; veterinary excuses when ending season on a disappointing note at Fairyhouse but half-brother to smart chaser Dancing On My Own greatly respected here on chase debut.
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2

21st Mar 2026

Soft To Heavy

2m 7f 150y

16:17 Navan

Built By Ballymore

11st 9lb

J: Ricky Doyle

T: Martin Brassil

No wins since two hurdles two seasons ago at around 2m4f; much improved to take third in the Punchestown Grand National Trial in February (3m4f, heavy), coming from further back than first two; may have won a Listed contest at Naas last time (3m1f, soft to heavy) but unseated at the last when jumping into challenger; he's in form and no surprise to see him feature.

10/1

14

8th Mar 2026

Heavy

3m 0f 174y

16:02 Naas

Built By Ballymore

10st 0lb

J: Gavin Brouder

T: Martin Brassil

Two hurdles wins two seasons ago at around 2m4f; 0-3 chasing last term; never dangerous in opening two runs this season, however much improved in the Punchestown Grand National Trial (3m4f, heavy) last month when taking third; came from further back than the first two that day so deserves extra credit; 4lb wrong but in the mix with a repeat.

7/1

Form: 0-2160 C

Last run: 25 days

W: 11st 12lb

6 yo Gelding

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Form & Verdict
Modest enough (109-rated) hurdler whose two chase efforts have been poor and looks a more likely one for handicaps down the line.
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4th

6

4th May 2026

Good

3m 2f 50y

15:55 Down Royal

Secrecies Of Stone

11st 2lb

J: Richard Deegan

T: Paul Nolan

Won over extended 2m5f last year and was leading when exiting two out on his next start; hasn't been finishing out his races lately and not sure this longer trip will help matters.

9/1

9th

6

3rd Mar 2026

Soft To Heavy

2m 5f 120y

16:55 Leopardstown

Secrecies Of Stone

11st 9lb

J: Mr J W Hendrick

T: Paul Nolan

Won this race last year with plenty to spare under this rider; three failures to complete since then make him a risky proposition; however, not badly handicapped if he can put in an error-free round.

11/2

12

4th Oct 2025

Yielding

2m 4f 0y

16:50 Gowran Park

Secrecies Of Stone

10st 8lb

J: Conor Stone-Walsh

T: Paul Nolan

Maiden hurdle winner at Tipperary early last season; very weak chase form initially; turned a corner when winning readily at Leopardstown in March; in the lead when stumbling and falling two out at Fairyhouse in April; can win more races

4/1

Non-runners

Ballycallan King, Big Island, Black Bamboo

+o+e Accumulators

Payout
Exacta €12.20
Straight Forecast €9.04
Trifecta €55.50

Selections

SPOTLIGHT:

Mirazur West

POSTDATA:

Westport Cove

The Irish Sun:

Mirazur West