May 25 / 16.50 Curragh

16.50

Good

Cryoclinic.ie Handicap

  • Prize money: £12677.69
  • 1m 6f 0y
  • 21 runners
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Cryoclinic.ie Handicap

Runners: 21 runners

Type: Flat Turf

Surface: Turf

Weather: Showers

Form: 11081-

Last run: 225 days

W: 10st 3lb

6 yo Gelding

OR: 93

Form & Verdict
Gained the last of his six wins when taking the 2m2f Cesarewitch at Newmarket when last seen in October; has won over shorter trips too but might need this seasonal debut; back with former trainer.
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4th

7

(6)

31st Jul 2026

Good To Firm

2m 4f 137y

Class 2

13:50 Goodwood

Alphonse Le Grande

8st 10lb

J: Jamie Powell

T: A J Martin

Held up and stays 2m4f; a superb 2024 culminated in his Cesarewitch win at Newmarket off the same mark as today; 2025 campaign went from promising to frustrating (including with trouble in running) to disappointing; however, his fifth of 20 to Believitanducan in Northumberland Vase at Newcastle five weeks ago was a step back in the right direction.

10/1

5th

3

(17)

27th Jun 2026

Standard To Slow

2m 0f 56y

Class 2

14:40 Newcastle (AW)

Alphonse Le Grande

9st 11lb

J: Sam Coen

T: A J Martin

Held up; a superb 2024 included wins in the Chester Plate, this race and the Cesarewitch at Newmarket; 2025 campaign was initially promising then frustrating, including with trouble in running, but ended up being disappointing; he's back to his last winning mark, but that's having been always behind at 40-1 in the Chester Cup last time; he will surely spark again at some point but it's hard to know exactly when.

10/1

12th

15

(14)

8th May 2026

Good

2m 2f 140y

Class 2

15:05 Chester

Alphonse Le Grande

8st 9lb

J: Jamie Powell

T: A J Martin

Held up; an excellent 2024 included wins in the Chester Plate on this card (his only run here) and the Cesarewitch at Newmarket; 2025 campaign was initially promising then frustrating, including with trouble in running, but ended up being disappointing; has a recent 1m2f run under his belt and would be competitive off this slightly reduced mark if back on song.

14/1

OUR TIP

Form: 1083-1

Last run: 135 days

W: 9st 8lb

4 yo Gelding

OR: 84

Form & Verdict
Won 1m4f Fairyhouse maiden last summer but was poor twice after; back to form when winning a Dundalk handicap over the same trip in January; this first run since; prospects if staying this trip.
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5th

1

15th Aug 2026

Good

2m 4f 139y

Class 4

17:30 Market Rasen

Brosna Town

11st 4lb

J: Conor Rabbitt

T: Jessica Bedi

Dual Flat winner for Dermot Weld; ran twice at the big recent meeting at Galway, predictably struggling in a Listed hurdle but then running okay over 1m4f; 0-5 as a jumper but was runner-up over C&D last month; chance.

7/1

11th

2

(16)

1st Aug 2026

Yielding To Soft

1m 3f 180y

18:05 Galway

Brosna Town

10st 0lb

J: Declan McDonogh

T: Jessica Bedi

British raider; won twice on the Flat when trained by Dermot Weld (1-9 on turf); ran well in a Market Rasen maiden hurdle on penultimate; out of depth in Listed hurdle here earlier this week; this more realistic but difficult draw.

22/1

5th

4

28th Jul 2026

Good

2m 0f 110y

16:40 Galway

Brosna Town

11st 2lb

J: Conor Rabbitt

T: Jessica Bedi

Flat winner; 0-4 over hurdles and rated 103; 1.25l second in Market Rasen maiden hurdle 23 days ago (20.5f, good); cheekpieces go on but surely out of depth in this company; due to run 5.40 here on Monday.

40/1

Form: 63171- C

Last run: 217 days

W: 9st 7lb

6 yo Filly

OR: 83

Form & Verdict
Dual-purpose sort is a five-time winner on turf including the Leopardstown October handicap last year; up 4lb on Flat return but has been running over hurdles over the winter; considered.
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4th

1

(20)

30th Aug 2026

Good To Yielding

1m 4f 0y

17:15 Cork

Arch Enemy

10st 0lb

J: Sam Coen

T: Patrick Magee

Seven-time turf winner won twice in July and ran a decent race on latest off this mark when a 3.75l fifth of 16 at Galway; has won off higher ratings in the past so not dismissed with in-form claimer taking off 5lb.

15/2

5th

18

(6)

1st Aug 2026

Yielding To Soft

1m 3f 180y

18:05 Galway

Arch Enemy

9st 4lb

J: Terry Casey

T: Patrick Magee

Seven-time turf winner on a hat-trick after back to back wins at Navan (1m2f, good) and Killarney (11.5f, good); has gone up 11lb for those wins but she has won off higher marks in the past; however, was unplaced in the 5.40 here on Thursday.

5/1

12th

1

(7)

30th Jul 2026

Yielding

1m 4f 0y

17:40 Galway

Arch Enemy

10st 0lb

J: Sam Coen

T: Patrick Magee

Ground-versatile sort has hit form lately, winning over 1m2f at Navan and carrying a 7lb penalty at Killarney over just short of this trip; up another 4lb but has run well in defeat at this track and looks a player.

4/1

22/1

Form: /7535-

Last run: 364 days

W: 9st 6lb

6 yo Gelding

OR: 82

Form & Verdict
Sole turf win came in a 2m Galway handicap in 2023 off 6lb lower; last seen when beaten 8l in this race a year ago; debut for a new yard and the run might be needed.
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11th

6

(6)

5th Sep 2025

Good

2m 2f 141y

18:24 Down Royal

Last Ammo

9st 11lb

J: Jack Kearney

T: Laura Hourigan

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

20:20 Galway

Last Ammo

9st 11lb

J: Jack Kearney

T: Laura Hourigan

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

19:30 Ballinrobe

Last Ammo

8st 7lb

J: Wayne Lordan

T: Laura Hourigan

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

Form: 42541-

Last run: 260 days

W: 9st 6lb

4 yo Gelding

OR: 82

Form & Verdict
One of two runners for yard; won a 1m2f Navan maiden when last seen on the level last September; Grade 3 juvenile hurdle winner since though was below form at Punchestown last time; respected back in this sphere.
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7

1st Jul 2025

Good To Yielding

2m 0f 120y

13:48 Tipperary

Naturally Nimble

11st 0lb

J: J J Slevin

T: Joseph Patrick O’Brien

Flat maiden winner was a smart juvenile hurdler last season, winning a Grade 3, but was below form in cheekpieces at Punchestown; beaten a long way in a Flat handicap at the Curragh since; however, has a chance if his jumping holds up on chasing bow.

8/1

5

(17)

25th May 2025

Good

1m 6f 0y

16:50 Curragh

Naturally Nimble

9st 6lb

J: Declan McDonogh

T: Joseph Patrick O’Brien

One of two runners for yard; won a 1m2f Navan maiden when last seen on the level last September; Grade 3 juvenile hurdle winner since though was below form at Punchestown last time; respected back in this sphere.

9/1

18th

5

(17)

25th May 2025

Good

1m 6f 0y

16:50 Curragh

Naturally Nimble

9st 6lb

J: Declan McDonogh

T: Joseph Patrick O’Brien

One of two runners for yard; won a 1m2f Navan maiden when last seen on the level last September; Grade 3 juvenile hurdle winner since though was below form at Punchestown last time; respected back in this sphere.

9/1

Form: 412/3- C BF

Last run: 284 days

W: 9st 5lb

6 yo Gelding

OR: 81

Form & Verdict
Second runner for yard; useful dual-purpose sort scored sole Flat win over 1m4f at this track in 2022; mostly jumping since and won a Thurles Grade 3 novice chase in March before a fine Punchestown fourth; respected back on the level.
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14

30th Jul 2025

Good

2m 6f 111y

18:40 Galway

Common Practice

11st 3lb

J: Simon Torrens

T: Joseph Patrick O’Brien

Won a Thurles Grade 3 novice chase in March before a solid Punchestown fourth behind Sea Music; placed in a 20-runner Flat handicap at the Curragh in May; stablemate of the strongly-fancied Nurburgring, and same colours as another leading fancy Down Memory Lane.

16/1

6

(11)

25th May 2025

Good

1m 6f 0y

16:50 Curragh

Common Practice

9st 5lb

J: Dylan Browne McMonagle

T: Joseph Patrick O’Brien

Second runner for yard; useful dual-purpose sort scored sole Flat win over 1m4f at this track in 2022; mostly jumping since and won a Thurles Grade 3 novice chase in March before a fine Punchestown fourth; respected back on the level.

6/1

Form: 414-

Last run: 304 days

W: 9st 5lb

4 yo Filly

OR: 81

Form & Verdict
Won a Limerick maiden over just short of 1m4f on second start last summer but was below that form at Leopardstown next time; needs to be ready up in trip on return.
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4th

2

(2)

23rd Aug 2025

Good

1m 4f 0y

14:52 Curragh

La Vita Nova

9st 12lb

J: Shane Foley

T: Mrs John Harrington

Limerick maiden win at this trip last summer hasn't been added to, although good efforts in staying handicaps this season, twice here and when third behind a stablemate at Down Royal; way below best on fast ground at Ascot latest but respected on overall profile; back in trip.

7/1

9

(3)

9th Aug 2025

Good To Firm

1m 7f 209y

Class 2

14:10 Ascot

La Vita Nova

9st 2lb

J: Hollie Doyle

T: Mrs John Harrington

4yo filly who has had just six races; won a maiden last July and sent handicapping this season, placed twice in big fields at the Curragh (1m6f/2m) before her good third of five at Down Royal (1m5f), all on good ground; cheekpieces are added today; his Irish trainer won this event two years ago and this representative may well have more to offer on this return to 2m.

4/1

3rd

2

(3)

18th Jul 2025

Good

1m 5f 0y

20:00 Down Royal

La Vita Nova

9st 11lb

J: Shane Foley

T: Mrs John Harrington

Excellent efforts both starts this season in handicaps at the Curragh, finishing 3l second of 20 over 1m6f and a 2.75l fourth of 25 upped to 16.5f last time, both on good ground; nudged up another 1lb for that last run but should go well again; Foley's pick over Mo Ghille Mar and leading chance.

13/2

Form: 15-881

Last run: 9 days

W: 9st 5lb

6 yo Gelding

OR: 81

Form & Verdict
Won his fifth race when taking a 1m4f Leopardstown handicap last time under this rider; raised 3lb for that; disappointed sole start over this trip on soft ground but this surface suits better; considered.
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4th

5

(4)

2nd Sep 2026

Good

2m 0f 0y

17:08 Navan

Not Just Any Eagle

11st 11lb

J: Mr D Doyle

T: Patrick J Flynn

Four-time winner, most recently over 1m4f at Leopardstown early last season; went very close at the same venue last time, confirming a return to form at Fairyhouse; rider provides good value for 7lb claim.

8/1

2nd

2

(3)

6th Aug 2026

Good To Firm

1m 7f 0y

20:20 Leopardstown

Not Just Any Eagle

12st 2lb

J: Mr Cian Murphy

T: Patrick J Flynn

Four-time winner, most recently here over 1m4f in May 2025; 2lb lower here and shaped like coming back to form when a 1.75l third at Fairyhouse (1m6f) on latest; stays this trip and enters calculations now.

9/2

Form: 312-11 D

Last run: 16 days

W: 9st 3lb

7 yo Filly

OR: 79

Form & Verdict
One of two runners for yard; won for the fifth time when taking a 1m5f Ballinrobe handicap last time; won over this trip on seasonal debut too; up 7lb and has an unhelpful draw so more needed again.
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22

(12)

29th Jun 2025

Good

2m 0f 0y

17:55 Curragh

Molly Hall

8st 7lb

J: Rory Cleary

T: Alan McIntyre

Went up 14lb in total for early-season wins at Gowran and Ballinrobe; down the field over 1m6f here last time, and held by several of these on that evidence; probably a bit high in the ratings now.

22/1

10

(21)

25th May 2025

Good

1m 6f 0y

16:50 Curragh

Molly Hall

9st 3lb

J: Robert Whearty

T: Alan McIntyre

One of two runners for yard; won for the fifth time when taking a 1m5f Ballinrobe handicap last time; won over this trip on seasonal debut too; up 7lb and has an unhelpful draw so more needed again.

8/1

Form: 78-424

Last run: 9 days

W: 9st 3lb

4 yo Gelding

OR: 79

Form & Verdict
Second runner for yard; maiden posted similar efforts in three handicaps this term, including when 3.75l behind Not Just Any Eagle at Leopardstown last time; down 1lb; needs more up in trip.
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17th

2

(16)

29th Jul 2026

Yielding

2m 0f 110y

20:20 Galway

Rock Of Ireland

10st 1lb

J: Luke McAteer

T: Rory Anthony Devine

Successful yard debut on seasonal return at the Curragh in March (1m4f, heavy) and has run well on both turf starts since over same trip; stamina unproven over this far.

10/1

4th

19

(2)

3rd May 2026

Yielding

1m 4f 30y

15:43 Cork

Rock Of Ireland

8st 7lb

J: Luke McAteer

T: Rory Anthony Devine

On the upgrade on first two 2026 turf runs; 5lb out of the handicap; more needed.

6th

10

(10)

23rd Apr 2026

Standard

1m 4f 0y

19:45 Dundalk (AW)

Rock Of Ireland

8st 12lb

J: Luke McAteer

T: Rory Anthony Devine

Off the mark over this trip at the Curragh on yard debut last month under a positive ride in testing conditions by a diminishing margin; good effort at Gowran from 7lb higher a fortnight ago when runner-up (well-backed); not certain to replicate that form on AW.

5/1

Form: 612-42 D BF

Last run: 12 days

W: 9st 2lb

4 yo Gelding

OR: 78

Form & Verdict
One win apiece over hurdles and on the Flat (this trip); runner-up in the Fred Winter Hurdle at Cheltenham and two solid Flat efforts lately; needs a bit more with cheekpieces added.
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5th

5

31st Aug 2026

Good

2m 3f 100y

16:29 Downpatrick

Robbies Rock

11st 12lb

J: Kevin Sexton

T: Gavin Cromwell

Rated 83 on the Flat and 127 over hurdles; did not show a great deal on his chase debut at Galway but this is easier and stable in fine form.

8/1

8th

9

28th Jul 2026

Good

2m 2f 54y

17:10 Galway

Robbies Rock

11st 12lb

J: Keith Donoghue

T: Gavin Cromwell

Useful dual-purpose performer; rated 83 on the Flat; 1-6 over hurdles and rated 127; out of form on the Flat this year, however, and not bred for chasing; others appeal more.

12/1

Form: 1220-6

Last run: 19 days

W: 9st 1lb

4 yo Filly

OR: 77

Form & Verdict
Won a 1m4f Galway maiden last autumn and some fine efforts in defeat since, including over hurdles; beaten 5l at Cork last time but can get closer today down 3lb.
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29

(18)

29th Jun 2025

Good

2m 0f 0y

17:55 Curragh

Dark Oak

8st 7lb

J: Andrew Slattery

T: Joseph G Murphy

Won a 1m4f Galway maiden last autumn, some useful efforts in defeat since, notably in a 1m6f handicap at the Listowel festival, and also over hurdles; 4lb out of the handicap.

50/1

13

(9)

25th May 2025

Good

1m 6f 0y

16:50 Curragh

Dark Oak

9st 1lb

J: Wayne Lordan

T: Joseph G Murphy

Won a 1m4f Galway maiden last autumn and some fine efforts in defeat since, including over hurdles; beaten 5l at Cork last time but can get closer today down 3lb.

12/1

10th

13

(9)

25th May 2025

Good

1m 6f 0y

16:50 Curragh

Dark Oak

9st 1lb

J: Wayne Lordan

T: Joseph G Murphy

Won a 1m4f Galway maiden last autumn and some fine efforts in defeat since, including over hurdles; beaten 5l at Cork last time but can get closer today down 3lb.

12/1

Form: 31/1-7 D

Last run: 12 days

W: 9st 1lb

7 yo Gelding

OR: 77

Form & Verdict
Three-time Flat winner up to 2m has also won over hurdles; beaten 9l at Killarney last time and has to do more off 3lb lower.
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7th

8

(12)

4th Sep 2026

Good

2m 2f 141y

18:00 Down Royal

Sign From Above

9st 5lb

J: Ben Coen

T: Peter Fahey

Three wins on the Flat include one at this venue; fair sixth in a 19-runner contest at Galway; blinkered first time now.

12/1

6th

13

(15)

29th Jul 2026

Yielding

2m 0f 110y

20:20 Galway

Sign From Above

9st 9lb

J: Ben Coen

T: Peter Fahey

Three wins on the Flat include here over 1m6f three years ago; below best under both codes of late, fair bit to find with Gaoth Chuil on recent Killarney effort.

14/1

6th

5

(2)

14th Jul 2026

Good

2m 0f 185y

19:40 Killarney

Sign From Above

9st 3lb

J: Ben Coen

T: Peter Fahey

Three wins on the Flat and two over hurdles for this versatile performer; most recently landing a 2m4f handicap hurdle at Gowran in October; ground versatile in the past although might just prefer it a bit softer these days.

5/1

Form: 179-30

Last run: 12 days

W: 9st 0lb

8 yo Mare

OR: 76

Form & Verdict
Came back to form last year with two wins over approx' 2m; didn't get the clearest of runs but still beaten 14l at Killarney last time; improve from that but needs more.
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5

(4)

26th Aug 2025

Yielding

2m 1f 110y

19:55 Bellewstown

Curious Bride

11st 10lb

J: Mr P A King

T: Eamonn O’Connell

Four-time Flat winner has also won over hurdles; won over 1m7f at Leopardstown in July but has been below that level since off this mark and has to rebound.

16/1

6

(9)

16th Aug 2025

Yielding

2m 0f 0y

19:37 Tramore

Curious Bride

9st 8lb

J: Conor Cusack

T: Eamonn O’Connell

Likes a stamina test, last three wins at around this trip including at Leopardstown last month off 71; hampered start when never counting at same venue 9 days ago but that run can be forgiven and remains a player.

15/2

6th

1

(9)

7th Aug 2025

Good

1m 7f 0y

20:25 Leopardstown

Curious Bride

12st 2lb

J: Miss T Hjalmarsson

T: Eamonn O’Connell

Won two staying handicaps last year and added another one over C&D (gd-yld) two weeks ago; a 6lb rise makes things harder but another good run likely on the cards.

9/4

Form: 7731/

Last run: 888 days

W: 9st 0lb

5 yo Filly

OR: 76

Form & Verdict
Flat winner in France won over hurdles last year for Willie Mullins ad some good runs in defeat after; however, was pulled-up over fences when last seen and back on the level now for new yard.
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3rd

2

28th Jun 2026

Good

2m 6f 31y

Class 4

15:02 Cartmel

Miss Manzor

12st 0lb

J: Sean Bowen

T: Gordon Elliott

Useful as juvenile hurdler for Willie Mullins but didn't take to fences; three recent runs for Gordon Elliott haven't been great, but not ruled out.

10/1

6th

3

14th Jun 2026

Good To Yielding

2m 2f 185y

14:50 Downpatrick

Miss Manzor

11st 8lb

J: Kevin Sexton

T: Gordon Elliott

Useful juvenile hurdler for Willie Mullins but didn't take to fences; beaten 20l in similar contest at Ballinrobe last month on second start for yard.

12/1

5th

4

26th May 2026

Good

2m 0f 13y

19:00 Ballinrobe

Miss Manzor

11st 1lb

J: Josh Williamson

T: Gordon Elliott

Has struggled in three different categories (hurdle/Flat/chase) on her last three starts; needs to show signs of a revival before becoming a betting proposition again.

16/1

33/1

Form: 0290-0

Last run: 57 days

W: 9st 0lb

5 yo Gelding

OR: 76

Form & Verdict
Sole Flat win came over 1m at Leopardstown on heavy ground last year but ran well up to 1m5f; well beaten here last time and this ground will be lively enough.
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Form: 22-034

Last run: 6 days

W: 9st 0lb

4 yo Colt

OR: 76

Form & Verdict
Maiden after 14 runs but plenty of fine efforts in defeat; got little luck in running over 1m4f at Roscommon six days ago and isn't ignored though up in trip and class.
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4th

5

(11)

17th Oct 2025

Standard

1m 2f 150y

16:45 Dundalk (AW)

Ozark Daze

9st 8lb

J: Wesley Joyce

T: Jack W Davison

20-race maiden; in the frame in five of his six course outings including over 1m4f last month; poor run at the Curragh since but respected back here for a yard that get winners in claimers.

5/1

2

(15)

28th Sep 2025

Good To Yielding

1m 2f 0y

17:30 Curragh

Ozark Daze

12st 2lb

J: Mr J Dunne

T: Jack W Davison

Is frustratingly still a maiden after 19 starts but has run well plenty of times including second over 1m4f at Dundalk last time; this trip suits better; disappointing previous time with cheekpieces; best on good ground.

8/1

Form: 1030-5

Last run: 51 days

W: 8st 12lb

5 yo Gelding

OR: 74

Form & Verdict
Won over 12m4f on soft ground last year but disappointing over C&D last run of the season; better on return at Dundalk in April but more needed.
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5

(4)

14th Oct 2025

Standard

1m 4f 0y

20:15 Dundalk (AW)

Scatchwah

9st 3lb

J: Robbie Colgan

T: Ms Sheila Lavery

Won a handicap off this mark at Roscommon (1m4f, soft) in September last year; nowhere near that in three runs this year and blood found in nostrils after penultimate run; new cheekpieces need to transform.

20/1

10

(5)

4th Oct 2025

Soft

1m 4f 0y

16:02 Curragh

Scatchwah

11st 3lb

J: Miss R Hogan

T: Ms Sheila Lavery

Won over 1m4f on soft ground last year off a similar mark and was later third in this race off 5lb higher; needs to get back on track after three lesser shows (blood found in nostrils last time) but dangerous to dismiss.

16/1

19th

19

(8)

25th May 2025

Good

1m 6f 0y

16:50 Curragh

Scatchwah

8st 12lb

J: Robbie Colgan

T: Ms Sheila Lavery

Won over 12m4f on soft ground last year but disappointing over C&D last run of the season; better on return at Dundalk in April but more needed.

22/1

Form: 60/41- D

Last run: 312 days

W: 8st 8lb

6 yo Gelding

OR: 70

Form & Verdict
Dual-purpose sort won a 1m6f Killarney handicap when last seen on the Flat in July 2024; two hurdle wins since; 11lb higher but has to be considered with yard in fine form.
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Time + Course Horse + Weight
Jockey / Trainer
Verdict Starting price

4th

13

(4)

21st Aug 2026

Good

1m 6f 80y

19:20 Killarney

Chutzpal

8st 7lb

J: Conor Cusack

T: Henry De Bromhead

Won this last year off 4lb lower; some good runs since and ran a solid race when beaten 2.25l into sixth over 1m7f at Leopardstown 15 days ago; 2-4 here so has to enter calculations.

12/1

6th

1

(8)

6th Aug 2026

Good To Firm

1m 7f 0y

20:20 Leopardstown

Chutzpal

12st 2lb

J: Frau Sally Langhard

T: Henry De Bromhead

Capable dual-purpose performer won a nice pot on the Flat at Killarney last August off 4lb lower; stepped forward from below-par seasonal return when a 4.75l fifth at Fairyhouse on latest (3l behind Not Just Any Eagle); eased 2lb and place chance.

11/2

5th

6

(3)

8th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

1m 5f 200y

18:15 Fairyhouse

Chutzpal

9st 4lb

J: W J Lee

T: Henry De Bromhead

Capable under both codes, both Flat wins coming in 1m6f Killarney handicaps, last summer off 72 before good second at Newmarket (2m2f); Curragh comeback run in late May was poor but more expected of here.

6/1

50/1

Form: 234-09

Last run: 9 days

W: 8st 8lb

6 yo Gelding

OR: 70

Form & Verdict
Dual-purpose sort is just 1-22 under all rules and needs to improve plenty on last two efforts; cheekpieces need to re-ignite the spark.
Place /
No / Draw
Date / Going /
Distance / Class
Time + Course Horse + Weight
Jockey / Trainer
Verdict Starting price

4th

2

9th Aug 2026

Good

2m 1f 165y

15:08 Downpatrick

Pralognan

11st 13lb

J: Daniel King

T: A J Martin

Dual-purpose 7yo who won C&D handicap hurdle last summer off 92; absent since November so may need this, but jockey/trainer going well and any market strength worth noting.

8/1

3rd

10

2nd Nov 2025

Yielding

2m 0f 0y

13:10 Cork

Pralognan

10st 6lb

J: Kevin Sexton

T: A J Martin

Dual-purpose; won off 5lb lower at Downpatrick in June (2m2f, yld-sft) and followed up on the Flat at Newcastle 13 days later; below par in three runs on the level since; career best needed off current mark on return to this sphere.

7/2

Form: 4/045-

Last run: 298 days

W: 8st 7lb

8 yo Gelding

OR: 69

Form & Verdict
Bumper and hurdle winner has run well in defeat several times in maidens; last Flat run in October 2023; others make more appeal.
Place /
No / Draw
Date / Going /
Distance / Class
Time + Course Horse + Weight
Jockey / Trainer
Verdict Starting price

5th

2

(6)

2nd Sep 2026

Good

2m 0f 0y

17:08 Navan

The Mediator

12st 0lb

J: Ms C E O’Ryan

T: Gordon Elliott

Bumper, hurdles and Flat winner on good and soft ground; 1-14 on Flat; soundly beaten in conditions races at Leopardstown and Bellewstown; down the field in last Saturday's charity race at the Curragh.

25/1

11th

8

29th Aug 2026

Good To Firm

1m 4f 0y

17:25 Curragh

The Mediator

12st 3lb

J: Max Hart

T: Gordon Elliott

Was 2nd in a charity race over C&D in June; poor last time but not out of this if rebounding.

7/1

5th

2

(3)

9th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

1m 7f 0y

20:13 Leopardstown

The Mediator

11st 12lb

J: Ms C E O’Ryan

T: Gordon Elliott

Bumper, hurdles and Flat winner on good and soft ground; soundly beaten in one of these races at Bellewstown on latest; rated 78 and a fair bit to find on the figures here; cheekpieces go on.

7/1

Non-runners

Granite Bay, Morse

+o+e Accumulators

Payout
Exacta €98.10
Straight Forecast €115.24
Tricast €375.99
Trifecta €907.50

Selections

RP RATINGS (IRE):

Ozark Daze

The Irish Sun:

La Vita Nova

TOPSPEED:

Scatchwah

SPOTLIGHT:

Common Practice

POSTDATA:

Ozark Daze