Saturday 9 May 2026 Every horse, A to Z
643 horses 64 races 9 meetings
The day's horses
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Daniel MuscuttAndrew Balding4410-1No signal22/1It was a French Group 1 (1m2f, very soft) which saw his progress arrested as a 2yo; his improved form to win a six-runner handicap here (1m2f, AW) on reappearance came by a neck off a mark of just 80 and although the runner-up has won twice since, this race clearly demands big improvement.
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Nicola CurrieIan Williams07078-No signal40/1Good 7f handicapper but has achieved his peak RPRs in the last two runnings of the Bunbury Cup, winning in 2024 and going very close in 2025; may be more interesting when going for a third attempt at Newmarket in July; his Ascot record isn't convincing.
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Jack Nicholls(5)Clive Cox8-No signal33/125-1, never-dangerous eighth of 11 in 7f Kempton novice on her debut in December; needs to take a big step forward.
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Abletai13:33 Naas race 1 of 8W J LeeM C Grassick8No signal50/1Betrayed inexperience when too keen and fading into last of 8 over 6f here on debut; drop in trip a plus but may need a bit more time.
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Cieren FallonDavid Menuisier434-No signal8/1Promise in three 7f runs as a 2yo; gelded since last seen; plenty of stamina on the bottom line of his pedigree and he could step forward now upped to 1m for his handicap/seasonal debut.
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Affinity Rock16:10 Killarney race 6 of 8Danny Gilligan 12%Cian Collins 9%2/10-2No signal18/1Maiden hurdle winner made a very pleasing start to her chasing career at Killarney (2m5f, gd-yld) when a 0.5l second of 12 on return from 283 days off under a positive ride; obvious chance if building on that. -
Gina ManganGeorgina Nicholls304235No signal16/1Is 0-9 but he comes here in decent nick, fifth of nine in 6f handicap here 26 days ago; in the mix back up to 7f now.
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Harry Atkins(5) 11%Neil Mulholland 15%3441-3No signal14/15-14 over hurdles, the latest win gained at Taunton (3m, good; wore cheekpieces) last month; posted another career-best performance when finishing well from the rear for close third in valuable Haydock handicap (3m, good; first-time visor) 16 days ago and commands respect here.
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Callum RodriguezOwen Burrows21001-No signal12/1Came up well short at Group level last summer but resumed his progression back in calmer waters with a 1m4f Newbury handicap debut success (good to firm) last August; this low-mileage sort has the potential for better again in 2026.
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Alaskan Bear14:35 Naas race 3 of 8James Ryan 7%2No signal40/1Kodiac colt ran a fine race on debut to chase home the Coventry Stakes-bound Ballydoyle colt Confucius at Naas (6f, good); pitched into Group 3 company now and others are more appealing on form. -
Tim Easterby 11%204208No signal17/2Close fourth in a division of this contest last year but up and down since and his last two runs have been poor; dangerously well handicapped but opposable on balance.
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Rowan ScottSteph Hollinshead308-02No signal10/1On a losing run but she got back on track when second of seven over C&D last month; this C&D winner can't be discounted nudged up 1lb.
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TBAEd Walker 16%5No signal9/1
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NON-RUNNEROlly Murphy1P43P-No signalSPMade a promising start to his chasing career last autumn, winning twice at around 2m, but he failed to go on and was pulled up at Aintree in April; now has something to prove back over hurdles.
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Billy LoughnaneWilliam Haggas1/85-No signal8/1Outclassed rivals on sole 2yo start, over 1m at Yarmouth (soft); had a much stiffer task when returning in a Group 3 last August, where she was struck into, but she was nowhere near justifying short odds on Newcastle AW (1m2f) in October; goes handicapping with potential but queries.
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William Carson 10%Adam Kirby 12%8No signal28/140-1 for her recent Leicester debut (5f, good to firm), a race where she was hampered at the start before failing to threaten; needs to leave that well behind.
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Alright Kid17:17 Killarney race 8 of 8Conor Clarke(7)Eoin Christopher McCarthy—No signal28/1Twelfth foal; half-brother to winners Master Dancer (1m-2m Flat inc 2yo, RPR 77; useful 2m and 2m5f hurdle) and A Song For You (7.5f/1m; 80); by a Leger winner and cost Eur8,000 as a 3yo; yard won this in 2022 so is worth a market check.
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Jonathon Bewley 12%George Bewley 11%4446-7No signal22/1Longstanding maiden and no recent evidence to suggest she's about to put that right.
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Jack Callan 14%Charlie Johnston 13%110-25No signal13/2Well beaten in the Lingfield Oaks Trial most recently but is somewhat interesting back down in grade, being a filly who has form figures of 112 when racing below Listed/Group level; ran well in Doncaster handicap (1m2f) the final time.
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Ancient Myth13:53 Killarney race 2 of 8Shane Fitzgerald 10%N F Glynn 0%0No signal40/1Flat winner for David O'Meara was tailed off when 50/1 on stable/hurdles debut at Killarney; hard to fancy. -
Benoit De La SayetteMarco Botti2No signal11/4April foal; £38,000 yearling; ran green after a slow start on Kempton debut (6f, AW; 17-2) last week but she got the hang of things in the closing stages and did well to finish runner-up behind the favourite; that was a promising start and she should know more this time; respected.
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NON-RUNNERNick Kent/6PP5-No signalSP
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Apache Star14:03 Naas race 2 of 8Wayne LordanE D Delany46-609No signal25/1Three-time winner in Britain at 5.5f-6f but hasn't scored since July 2023; hasn't looked like ending the drought in three runs for this stable; hood worn last time discarded; 2lb wrong.
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Tom MarquandSimon & Ed Crisford001-02No signal15/2Defied penalty in 3yo novice here (good) in 2024; back from a 145-day break and wind surgery when landing Class 2 at Newcastle (also 7f, AW) in December and beaten a neck at Abu Dhabi (1m, good) in March; career-high mark but still considered.
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Sam JamesEdward Bethell211-No signal17/2Progressive in three starts last autumn, finishing runner-up on her Leicester debut (6f, good) before winning AW novices at Chelmsford (7f) and Newcastle (6f); should stay 1m and she brings potential to her handicap debut; market instructive.
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Approval13:53 Killarney race 2 of 8Tom Kelly(7)E McNamara—No signal28/1One of three for trainer; progressive 3yo on Flat for William Haggas in 2024, winning twice over 1m2f on good to firm; hasn't reached those heights since, including in latest two starts for Owen Burrows; purchased for 16,000gns in October and goes hurdling now in new headgear.
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Kieren Fox 10%-22271No signal10/1Runner-up three times in a row over 7f on AW in the winter and returned to form with a win at Kempton (7f, AW) last month; unproven over 6f and 0-10 on turf, but placed on grass a few times and is not ruled out.
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Arctic Steps14:03 Naas race 2 of 8-62251No signal10/1Has a solid five-race record at this track and returns after winning for a second time on turf at Naas (5f), beating 15 rivals in the process under Patrick McGettigan; has a 6lb rise to deal with, but she's not exposed just yet. -
Tom BellamyAlan King53-No signal4/1Some promise in a big field on debut and he shaped well when third of 11 at Warwick (good; 3-1) next time, rallying; type to keep progressing and he's high on the list.
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Art Of Unity14:03 Naas race 2 of 81D0-305No signal18/1Veteran has shaped well in two of his three runs this season; has slipped to last winning mark and forecast rain is in his favour; has run well over C&D before; could go well. -
Kieran O'NeillPam Sly0No signal100/166-1, last of ten in maiden at Doncaster (7f, good to firm) on her debut two weeks ago; significantly more is required.
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Hollie Doyle 14%Clive Cox 17%1329-No signal10/1Made a winning debut at this track (7f, good to firm) last July and wasn't beaten far subsequently in a couple of similar races, and on his handicap/AW debut; has been gelded since and still unexposed and may have more to offer.
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Joe LeavyRichard Hannon716-63No signal17/2Made all at Nottingham in October under Joe Leavy and she stepped up on her seasonal return when third of six at Epsom (also 8.5f, good) 11 days ago; could be dangerous if she grabs the stands' rail.
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George WoodJames Owen5450-3No signal15/2Triple winner for Alice Haynes including over C&D; went the wrong way in five runs for Hugo Palmer last season but she reappeared with a creditable third on stable debut at Musseburgh (1m, good) last month; that was off 2lb lower than for her last success and has claims if she can back that up.
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Ashley Lewis(5)Ed Walker21755-No signal9/2Two wins for Ed Walker last season and positives can be drawn from the fact that one was on his seasonal return and the other was over C&D (good ground); returns from a six-month break on a manageable mark and a promising claimer is booked; contender.
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Mark WinnDavid O'Meara5-3000No signal28/1Group 1 Lockinge winner in 2024 but on a 12-race losing sequence and he ran badly on his last three starts in Dubai early this year; this is a drop in grade but he's proving increasingly hard to predict.
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Warren Fentiman(3)Richard & Peter Fahey0335-0No signal22/1Yet to win a handicap and he finished down the field on his seasonal return at Southwell in February; down in the weights but he has more to prove than many of these.
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Daniel MuscuttJames Fanshawe5324-4No signal5/4Scored on his reappearance at Newbury (7f) last April; string of good efforts followed from August onwards and he posted a career best when fourth of 24 in Newbury's Spring Cup (1m, also good) on his return three weeks ago; stall 1 might not be ideal but otherwise holds strong claims.
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Backinbusiness13:53 Killarney race 2 of 8Darragh O'Keeffe 13%P J Rothwell 7%P3-No signal11/195,000euros 3yo; pulled up in first point-to-point but took a 6l third next time; O'Keeffe is an interesting jockey booking.
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Murray Dodd 12%Max Young 2%332-44No signal4/10-35, often placed; recent respectable efforts suggest he's on a tough mark but he's versatile regarding trip and Murray Dodd can claim his full allowance on this occasion, so he should still be competitive.
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David NolanMichael Dods—No signal11/125,000 guineas yearling; half-brother to three winners, notably Alashar (French Listed 7f; RPR 101); dam, 6f-1m winner (Group 3; RPR 112), is out of a 1m Listed winner/1,000 Guineas third; this Minzaal colt needs considering.
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Callum HutchinsonEve Johnson Houghton30200-No signal40/1None too consistent in 2025, running well when second in 1m Listed event at Sandown (soft) in September but poorly twice afterwards; returns from a layoff and may find that conditions place the emphasis too much on speed.
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Silvestre De SousaJane Chapple-Hyam3-13No signal33/1Winning siblings include Claymore, a Group 3 winner at 1m2f for this yard; third to Maltese Cross in a 1m Newmarket maiden on sole 2yo start; evens when making all in a Kempton novice (1m, AW) on return and his rallying third of six in Listed race at Epsom (1m2f, good) suggested that this longer trip would suit; some others have better form but he can improve.
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Luke MorrisDr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole—No signal22/1
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Jonathon BewleyKevin HunterPPPP6-No signal150/1Chase/hurdle winner for Henry de Bromhead; has pulled up on five of his six starts for present connections (well beaten over 3m on the other); best watched for now.
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Lorcan WilliamsJonjo & A J O'Neill6-No signal16/1Half-brother to useful chaser Escaria Ten, but he was tailed off on his rules debut at Chepstow (2m, soft) in February and will need to have improved significantly to figure here.
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Rossa RyanAlan King660-1No signal4/5Gelded and upped in distance, showed much improved form to win 12-runner race at Beverley (1m2f, good to firm) on reappearance, pulling well clear with a rival who has since gone one better; should be at least as effective over this longer distance; still unexposed and has solid credentials.
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George BassDenis Coakley0342-1No signal10/1Won at Windsor (1m, good) last spring and he doubled his tally when justifying favouritism at Newcastle (1m, AW) in March; that was a narrow success but he's only 3lb higher and is respected after another break.
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Hector CrouchRalph Beckett511-No signal15/2Half-brother to smart Flat and hurdle winner Absurde; odds-on winner of maiden at Goodwood (1m2f, soft) and novice at Redcar (1m1f, good to soft) on last two starts as 2yo, in the latter making all and stretching 8l clear; needs a good deal better in this company but he's clearly promising.
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George WoodRod Millman31No signal9/4Cracksman filly who is out of half-sister to winners Hazzis (1m Group 3) and Whazzat (7f 2yo Listed); made a promising start when third at Bath (good) and she built on that when finishing well to land a Beverley novice (good to soft) ten days later; has a penalty but she looks a useful prospect and is open to more to progress on this step up in trip; key player.
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Alice Stevens 14%Micky Hammond 10%6736-5No signal16/1Extremely hard to win with and modest runs outweigh the good ones these days.
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Beauforts Storm16:10 Killarney race 6 of 8Mr D Doyle 6%P/U5-7No signal28/1Reverts to hurdling after an unsuccessful spell over fences; likes good ground but it remains to be seen if she can recapture useful 2024 form. -
Ryan SextonEdward Bethell1110-6No signal66/1Won five times over 6f in Hong Kong between November 2024 and March 2025, but he was only sixth of seven on British debut at Newcastle (AW; 7-2; flashed tail) seven weeks ago; headgear returns today but he still looks up against it.
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Beauty Queen15:10 Naas race 4 of 8Shane FoleyGerard O'Leary55-687No signal14/1Two novice wins for Kevin Ryan; one of better turf efforts for this yard came over 5f here last year off 4lb higher; below best on AW recently and others arrive in better form.
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Becasse15:00 Killarney race 4 of 8Brian HayesHenry De Bromhead5P1/2-No signal9/4Bought for 40,000euros after winning a French hurdle race on very soft in October 2024; returned from a 519-day absence with a positive runner-up finish at Wexford (2m, soft) despite being unfancied in the market (11-1); could step forward now but has never raced on this better ground.
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David EganTom Clover19113-No signal12/1No impact in sole turf start for the Crisfords, on handicap debut last September, but she fared much better over 1m on AW since, winning two of her last three starts; subsequently sold for 35,000gns; this may be needed.
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Mr Freddie Robson(7)Stuart ColtherdP/O25-No signal50/1Maiden; has been placed on a few occasions pointing (also run out twice) but hasn't shown much in his two runs in hunter chases; not an obvious candidate.
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Mr Frederick Philipson-Stow(7)Oliver Edward Hayes53522-No signal11/1Sole success came over hurdles in June 2023; last of three finishers at Leicester (2m6f, heavy) in February and beaten three times in points since, including in a match; has his work cut out here.
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Danny McMenaminNicky Richards48/P1/No signal3/1Very lightly raced 8yo who returned from a layoff to open account at Newcastle (2m1f, good to soft) in February 2025; not seen since but may still have potential and can evidently go well when fresh.
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Tom CannonAlan King1/14P-No signal15/2Won over 4m here in March 2025 (good to soft); won again at Bangor in October (3m, good); pulled up at Bangor last time (3m5f, soft) but has since has 73 days off; chance.
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Billie Frechette16:10 Killarney race 6 of 8Donagh MeylerNoel Meade/2122-No signal13/2Flat and hurdle winner is rated 120 in the latter sphere after showing consistent form last season; ran well enough on chase bow at Kilbeggan, albeit beaten 17l; can improve from that and be involved.
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Clifford LeeJames Tate15No signal18/1Justified short-priced favouritism in 1m novice at Southwell on New Year's Day; matched that RPR when fifth under a penalty at Yarmouth (1m2f, good) four weeks ago; the second and third haven't done much for that form since but she still brings unexposed potential to this handicap debut.
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Bint Majestic Roi15:10 Naas race 4 of 8Andrew SlatteryAndrew Slattery01-541No signal6/11m AW winner saw off Reposado by 2.25l at the Curragh (6f, soft) on latest and the runner up ran with credit off 4lb higher back there last weekend; however, she'll need a big career best off this mark and quick ground is a concern.
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Daniel MuscuttPaul Midgley2-2703No signal9/2Into the veteran stage but he retains plenty of dash, setting a good pace at Catterick 17 days ago before weakening into third (Tuscan Point second but 8lb worse off today); likely to make a beeline for the stands' rail and more minor money could be on the cards.
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210-40No signal14/1Made all for an easy win at Epsom (7f) last summer; fair return last month; needs more
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Harry Atkins(3)Sheila LewisPP32P-No signal9/1Pulled up in two of three chase starts, the latest at Bangor after some guessy jumps; had run well when runner-up at Hereford (2m5f, good) in March, however, and should do better at some stage; tongue tied this time.
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06No signal100/1Huge odds and no immediate promise in two starts at Leicester (6f/7f) this spring.
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Tom MarquandA P O'Brien71-3No signal9/2By Wootton Bassett out of a 9.5f Listed winner who's sister to Irish Guineas winner Roderic O'Connor; won a maiden at Cork (1m, yielding) last September and probably improved again when front-running third of seven in Group 3 at Navan (1m2f, good to yielding) two weeks ago; top trainer so often gets these 3yo middle-distance fillies to improve.
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2P12-3No signal11/4Got off the mark at the 22nd attempt in this sphere at Exeter (2m5f, good) last month when the pace collapse played into his hand; placed twice since but needs luck in running and his strike rate is off-putting. -
Billy GarrittyRuth Jefferson4112-9No signal22/1Three wins (one 5f and two 7f, including here) for Karl Burke as a 2yo; 50-1 and never threatened in a Newmarket handicap on his seasonal/stable debut last month (1m, good); gelded since; others look stronger.
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7488-0No signal16/1Ready winner on debut last year (1m2f, Polytrack) and ran to an RPR in the 90s each start after; returned from nearly eight months off with lacklustre effort at Ascot and is suddenly best watched; cheekpieces return.
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Beau Morgan(5)Tom Weston—No signal25/19,000euros foal; by Kew Gardens; dam unraced half-sister to winners Heron Heights (smart 2m3f-3m chase), Witness In Court (useful 2m-2m5f hurdle/chase) and Stellar Magic (useful 2m3f-3m1f hurdle/chase); stable has the odd bumper winner and runs two.
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James BowenNicky HendersonP/37P-No signal14/1Back with Nicky Henderson last season and showed he retained a chunk of ability on first two starts, latterly when seventh of 24 in the Pertemps Final at Cheltenham (3m, good); made the running at Aintree (22-1) four weeks ago but ended pulled up; remains well handicapped on old form but there's been no win since January 2023.
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William CoxTom Dascombe62810-No signal22/1Mixed form in five 2yo runs but she won a 7f nursery at Thirsk (good to firm; 5-2) on her penultimate run last season; only 2lb higher here and needs checking in market at this new trip on her return.
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Bravemans Bounce13:22 Killarney race 1 of 8Kevin Healy(7) 10%Cian Collins 9%8-0No signal150/1Triple-figure odds for both maidens and ran like it.
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Laura Pearson 10%David Loughnane 12%956285No signal14/1His fine 2025 season was always going to be a tough act to follow and he has generally struggled since his return to action in December; should be well treated but drops to 6f for the first time in his career.
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Toby WynneR Mike Smith66641-No signal9/2Off the mark over hurdles at 12th attempt, with clearcut success at Perth (2m, good) last month; 8lb rise demands more from her here but something may have clicked.
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Break My Soul14:25 Killarney race 3 of 8Keith DonoghueIan Patrick Donoghue4723P-No signal3/1Dual winning hurdler for Nicky Henderson and took fourth in Grade 1 company behind Lossiemouth at Aintree in 2025 (2m4f, good to soft); made a winning chase debut for this yard, and ran a valiant race when third in the Grand Annual at Cheltenham (2m, good); pulled up at Fairyhouse when last seen off top weight; top-rated of these reverting to hurdles; new headgear.
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Breeze Of Tobruk13:22 Killarney race 1 of 8Sean O'KeeffeTurlough O'Connor90-No signal150/1
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William CarsonTony Carroll06-No signal80/1Well held in a pair of 6f maidens at Haydock and here last July; has plenty to prove after nine months off.
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James Turner(5)Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies53355-No signal14/1Best effort over hurdles when third in a Hereford novice last November; below that form in a couple of handicaps since but she's still lightly raced and she could show more upped in trip off a sliding mark.
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Charlie HammondStuart Edmunds1/18P-No signal50/1Has run just four times since 2023; returned from long absence to win at Aintree (2m1f, good to soft) last November but failed to repeat the form in prestigious handicaps at Newbury and Sandown; something to prove.
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Harriet Tucker(7)Neil Mulholland42P13-No signal33/1Front-runner who regularly gives his all and was beaten off only on the run-in when third to Dance And Glance over C&D (good) five weeks ago; should make another bold bid but several of these look less exposed.
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Bud Fox13:53 Killarney race 2 of 8Keith DonoghueGavin Cromwell1/367-No signal7/2Form of his debut bumper win has worked out well but disappointing since; beaten favourite in a Cheltenham November bumper when third and weakened tamely at Leopardstown; hurdles didn't spark a return to form at Down Royal last time; big chance if back to form of bumper win, but that's a big if.
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Bull Shark14:35 Naas race 3 of 8Donagh O'ConnorRobson De Aguiar33No signal6/1Third in both starts at the Curragh, over 5f on debut (heavy) and over 6f on soft; more needed to take this but his full brother won on good ground so he should improve for these quicker conditions; can go well.
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Rob Hornby 11%Jonathan Portman 13%143-32No signal8/1Yet to finish out of the frame and his last win was achieved here; stall 14 might not be terminal over this trip but the handicapper may now have his measure.
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Bundle Of Interest15:10 Naas race 4 of 8W J LeeW McCreery46437-No signal20/1Won off 4lb lower at Navan last July (6f, good); poor run over 1m when last seen at Dundalk in November and she needed her first run back last season; others appeal more.
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Butch Cassidy15:35 Killarney race 5 of 8Brian HayesHenry De Bromhead/435P-No signal15/8Bumper and maiden hurdle winner in 2024 hasn't really built on that promise; ran a fine race on second chase start at Punchestown in December but not as good since; bled when pulled-up last time at Fairyhouse so questions now.
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3330-6No signal33/1First reserve; much better NH performer, gaining third hurdles win at Thurles last October; out of depth in recent Killarney Mares' Listed contest; 0-20 on the Flat but good third at Navan over this trip last autumn would give her claims. - C
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Caesar Rock16:45 Killarney race 7 of 8Josh Williamson(5)M F Morris83422-No signal10/1A record of 1-29 over fences but has been placed lots of times including at Limerick and Wexford the last twice; needs to do more but shouldn't be far away off an unchanged mark.
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Billy LoughnaneRuth Carr-30004No signal9/1Far from straightforward and his best form has come on AW; two good runs and three poor runs since joining Ruth Carr, his latest Newcastle fourth (blinkered first time) falling into the former category; not the most solid option but he is better than this level on his day and it is always worth a second look when Billy Loughnane is booked for the stable (four wins and four seconds from 22 rides).
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Ryan Kavanagh 11%Ian Williams 11%634235No signal8/1Just 1-20 on turf and below par at Lingfield (7f, good) last Tuesday, but prior to that he finished close-up twice in a row here (6f/7f, good to firm) and he can be bang there if leaving last time behind.
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Calzaghi13:53 Killarney race 2 of 8G B NoonanE McNamara—No signal12/1One of three for trainer; winner of a Navan Flat handicap in 2024 (1m2f, good to yielding); placed in final three starts for Kevin Coleman on differing ground types before being purchased for 29,000gns; brings a Flat rating of 78 to this hurdles/stable debut.
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William Maggs(3)Donald McCain20361-No signal6/1Scored for the first time in two years at Newcastle (2m4f, good) four weeks ago; up 4lb and should not be far away in this follow-up bid.
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Ryan MooreA P O'Brien0314-5No signal10/3Wootton Bassett half-sister to a 1m4f Listed winner; won 7f maiden at the Curragh before below-form favourite in a 1m Group 3 later in October; fifth of ten in another 1m Group 3 there on reappearance was her best form and suggested she's a middle-distance filly; those last three runs were in the mud, which is most unlikely here, but another step forward otherwise looks assured; Ryan Moore rides her for the first time.
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Cappa Hill15:00 Killarney race 4 of 8Sam EwingSean Joseph Allen31188-No signal6/1Won back-to-back handicaps at Cork (2m1f, good) and Tipperary (2m, good to yielding) in August/October; tailed off in a Punchestown novice handicap next time (2m1f, soft to heavy); not too bad at Cork last month when eighth of 19 (2m3f, yielding); could build on that and this ground is what he wants.
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Tom Hutsby(7)David Bridgwater41232-No signal9/2Off the mark when well clear at Huntingdon (2m4f, soft) in February but paid the handicapping price after; it's been harder since but he was unfortunate to run up against one who relished the new 3m3f test at Stratford (good) in April, although he still ran well; major player in first 3m run.
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Carry The Flag13:33 Naas race 1 of 8W. M. Lordan 16%Aidan O'Brien 22%21No signal2/5Made a pleasing debut when runner-up here over 5f (soft); didn't win as easily as the market suggested at Naas last time (30-100), getting up late to beat an 80-1 chance by a head; the step up to 6f will suit, but Great Barrier Reef is the more attractive of the trainer's two. -
Caught U Sleeping16:57 Naas race 7 of 8Colin KeaneNoel Meade136-88No signal25/1
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Chicago Pope15:45 Naas race 5 of 8Ben CoenJ P Murtagh2501-2No signal5/1Beat the debuting Michael's Well in C&D maiden (yielding) in October and second over 5f on testing ground at Cork on return, having led both times.
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Tom Broughton(5)Fergal O'Brien42PU3-No signal11/2
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Chosen One16:20 Naas race 6 of 8Gavin RyanDonnacha Aidan O'Brien0-No signal40/1Second foal of 1m 2yo/1m2f Listed winner (RPR 112), sister to Irish Derby winner Latrobe, half-sister to winners Diamond Fields (6f 2yo/7f Group 3) and Entangling (useful 1m-1m4f); 12s, started slowly and never a factor on sole 2yo start at Dundalk.
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Chou Chou13:53 Killarney race 2 of 8Danny GilliganEamonn O'Connell0/No signal66/1Didn't jump with fluency when running no race in sole hurdles start at Punchestown in 2024 for Noel Meade; bagged a Flat win at Clonmel in September off 48 (1m2f, soft); moderate form in three Flat starts since.
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Sean Levey 13%Richard Hannon 12%1-0934No signal17/2
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Kevin StottHarriet Bethell931-62No signal9/4Did well for Harriet Bethell last season and his two runs this year have been encouraging, second of 13 to an unexposed one at Thirsk three weeks ago; mark left unchanged; big player.
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Kieran O'NeillNikki Evans24673-No signal8/1Consistent mare who signed off for Mark Loughnane with a solid third in 9.4f Wolverhampton handicap in October; has gone well fresh so not out of things for her new yard.
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Oisin MurphyAndrew Balding1-25No signal12/1Won Southwell maiden (1m4f, AW) on debut last autumn and best of the rest behind superstar hurdler Constitution Hill in Kempton novice (1m4f again) on his return in March; on the back of that he was sent off 11-10 favourite for his 2m Newbury handicap and turf debut three weeks ago but pulled too hard; retains potential back down in trip, but the outside stall has the potential to make life awkward.
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Philip Kirby 8%24514-No signal11/1Usually saves his best for Sedgefield, where he won over fences in April (subsequent fourth was over hurdles); two visits here has produced a second place; no surprise to see him run well.
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Liam Wright(3) 14%Charlie Clover 21%5-4654No signal10/1Sole win over 1m at Brighton last June; running well for new yard and although he hasn't shone over this far in two previous attempts he kept on quite well when a close fourth over 1m2f here last time; not ruled out.
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Closely16:20 Naas race 6 of 8Jack Cleary(5)A P O'Brien54-7No signal12/1Daughter of No Nay Never has been beaten 6l over 6f last twice and 71-rated filly needs to improve plenty for going farther; taken out of a recent 1m handicap due to soft ground.
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Rebecca Menzies 11%4No signal12/1Won a Class 6 handicap on the Flat last year over 1m3f (on good ground); ran better on his hurdle debut at Hexham (good to soft) than his margin of defeat may suggest; this surface will suit him better.
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Collective Power15:10 Naas race 4 of 8Ben Coen 11%Edward Lynam 11%1-5639No signal15/2Six-time AW winner on a good mark and was close up behind Clonmacash on his last visit here, since when he's finished ninth at Naas; like others in here, this place is more his scene. -
Kaiya FraserHarry Charlton74-110No signal22/1Looks well treated on this year's AW form but failed to transfer it back to turf (in Group 3) last time when bidding for a 6f hat-trick, and still has a weaker strike-rate in this sphere; bit to prove back at 7f and doesn't look the percentage call.
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Confucius14:35 Naas race 3 of 8Wayne LordanA P O'Brien2No signal1/3No Nay Never colt denied by a nose on debut at the Curragh (5f, sft-hvy) when showing signs of greenness; the 3.5l third Edward Thatch has since franked that form and top yard won this with the smart Albert Einstein last season; 6f should be fine and obvious chance.
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Ryan Mania 16%Adam Nicol 16%244P-1No signal5/2Well supported when landing his second C&D success (good to soft) on his stable debut ten days ago following a five-month break; 8lb rise may not be enough to stop him going in again.
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Paul MulrennanTom Tate-14159No signal16/1Won two 5f handicaps at Newcastle (AW) this year but he's not finished closer than fifth in six starts on turf; got badly hampered at Ripon (6f, good) two weeks ago but he was the outsider in that race others are more convincing.
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Ryan MooreAndrew Balding51146-No signal9/4Seems tactically versatile; hooded when winning Naas Listed event (good) last May and followed up in Leopardstown Group 3 (also 7f, soft) the following month; left Michael O'Callaghan (same owner) after disappointing on heavy ground in October; Ryan Moore booked and she sets the standard on this stable debut/reappearance; plenty to like.
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David AllanSteph Hollinshead99-436No signal40/1Up and down in his short career to date, running badly on stable debut at Wolverhampton last month; others appeal more.
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Jamie HamiltonTim Easterby3322P-No signal7/1Pulled up over 4m here last time (soft); plenty of decent placed efforts in 3m chases before that; has an each-way chance.
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George DowningEd Walker—No signal7/1April foal; 38,000euros foal, 120,000gns yearling; half-sister to winners Lancillotto (French 1m4f) and Bibiche (French 2m1f hurdle); dam 1m6f winner (RPR 79), half-sister to US 1m1f/1m4f Grade 2 winner Grandeur, out of half-sister to Doncaster Cup winner Far Cry; has lots of stamina in pedigree but she needs checking in market on debut.
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Crescent Moon16:10 Killarney race 6 of 8Keith DonoghueGavin Cromwell55PPP-No signal22/1Hurdle winner last year but lost her form in that sphere; has run well at times over fences but pulled-up last two tries and not easy to fancy.
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Connor Planas 11%Phil McEntee 11%5-5170No signal66/1
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Joe Leavy 11%Richard Hannon 12%684783No signal16/1Both wins have been at Chelmsford AW (1m2f) last spring; progression has stalled this year but handicap mark has reflected that and he finished third of eight at Lingfield (1m2f, AW) two weeks ago; his turn is near but not sure drop back to 1m will be in his favour.
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Cromac Quay16:20 Naas race 6 of 8Shane FoleyMrs John Harrington3No signal15/8Third foal; closely related to Japanese 6f turf winner Irifi (inc 2yo); dam 1m 2yo winner and won 1m2f Listed contest here at three (RPR 105), closely related to 1m Listed winner Mooharib, out of maiden half-sister to 1m2f/1m4f Group 1 winners Rewilding and Dar Re Mi; 33-1 for Leopardstown debut over this trip (good to yielding), bit green but got the message late on when promising third behind two smart types.
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Billy GarrittyIvan Furtado-82221No signal5/1
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Robert Havlin 15%3No signal9/4100,000gns yearling by Havana Grey, out of 1m 2yo winner; promising third of ten at Ascot (6f, good; 2-1 favourite) two weeks ago, briefly looking a threat; open to improvement and looks the one to beat.
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Hector Crouch 18%Rod Millman 13%006-59No signal20/1A dual winner over the extended 7f at Ffos Las (good/soft) last August; made an encouraging return when fifth over 7f at Kempton in March but well held back on turf at Leicester 12 days ago.
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D Art D Art15:35 Killarney race 5 of 8Ricky DoyleThomas Cooper/P90-1No signal4/1
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Da Capo Glory15:35 Killarney race 5 of 8Michael Kenneally(5)Padraig ButlerP338U-No signal11/4Three hurdle wins and ran a fine race in the Martin Pipe at Cheltenham, beaten only 8l; unluckily unseated at Punchestown last week; his best chase effort of three came at Gowran in February; gets weight from some of his rivals today and has a solid chance.
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Hollie DoyleArchie Watson1-2227No signal9/1Gelded and well backed when making all on handicap debut at Newcastle in December; runner-up on his next three starts but form dipped at Southwell (also 7f, AW) towards the end of March; having just his second go on turf and could be well drawn to attack.
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Sam Twiston-DaviesAnthony Honeyball41251-No signal11/25-14 strike-rate and steadily progressive form, gaining his latest success over this C&D (good ground; three of today's rivals behind) in convincing fashion; a 6lb rise does not look harsh, and with further improvement on the cards he has solid claims.
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Lorcan WilliamsJonjo & A J O'Neill0/6P4-No signal11/2Made a promising start in bumpers but has shown little in three runs over hurdles; still early days and wears first-time cheekpieces on handicap debut up in trip; may well show improvement.
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Ryan ManiaAnn HamiltonP425P-No signal14/1Pulled up over fences at Kelso when last seen out having won a Carlisle handicap chase (3m, good) in October; runs over hurdles for the first time for more than two years (C&D winner in October 2023); second run after wind op.
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Tyler HeardMark Pattinson160-20No signal40/1Ran well on his stable debut at Kempton (6f) in March but he was down the field, albeit in Class 3 company, at Newbury three weeks ago; now tongue tied; others appeal more.
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Lewis Edmunds 12%-48925No signal8/1He has a much better strike-rate on AW than turf and was well beaten over C&D last time; however, prior to that he was second of six at Yarmouth (6f, good to firm) and is not written off today.
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Hector CrouchRalph Beckett70128-No signal10/3Made a winning handicap debut at Kempton (AW) on her return last May and scored again at Thirsk (good) in September; fine effort despite not getting the breaks when just denied in Ascot Listed event (also 7f, soft) the following month and midfield finish from a poor draw at Longchamp a fortnight later is easily glossed over; commands respect on this return.
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Kaiya Fraser 12%Rebecca Menzies 11%45-527No signal9/2Eight-race maiden but she ran well at both Newcastle and Musselburgh (5f; met trouble) last month; took a backwards step at Nottingham 16 days ago and she needs to resume her progress.
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Dawn Romance15:45 Naas race 5 of 8Jamie PowellM D O'Callaghan2210-6No signal28/1C&D good-ground maiden winner in August on third start; well beaten in pair of stakes races since, including at Cork last weekend.
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Paul Mulrennan 14%Bryan Smart 12%-36443No signal9/2AW maiden winner; 0-13 in handicaps but is in a consistent vein of form, most recently third at Nottingham (5f, good) returned to turf; possibilities off same mark.
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Sean LeveyAlan King31-3No signal11/2Just three runs but her Sandown win (7f, soft) on second start turned out very useful form with the second doing really well after and the next three also successful since; her comeback third in a Nottingham novice (about 1m, good) was perfectly satisfactory; interesting newcomer to handicaps.
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Jack TudorChristian Williams1150P-No signal18/13m hat-trick in 2025 started with a success over hurdles at Aintree (good) in April before two chase wins late in the year; three marked backward steps over fences since but he's well handicapped on best chase efforts.
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James DoyleHamad Al Jehani0249-1No signal9/1Low-mileage 4yo who was gelded prior to justifying favouritism with 1l success at Kempton (7f) on AW/seasonal debut, opening his handicap account and taking overall record to 3-9; this Wathnan Racing runner may well be capable of further improvement; ties in closely with Mudbir on Sandown running last July; major contender.
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20-603No signal22/1Lightly raced 5yo who went close on handicap debut at Haydock (1m, good to firm) last August and, after three lesser runs on AW, was back on song when 1l third at Nottingham (8.3f, good) 11 days ago; this front-runner can make another bold bid and could be bang there once more.
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Sam James 14%K. R. Burke 20%4-5316No signal8/1Landed 1m Southwell handicap in April; only sixth under an aggressive ride at Haydock (1m) six days ago but no surprise to see him bounce back with cheekpieces added.
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Paul O'BrienSteph Hollinshead—No signal33/1Second foal; dam 2m4f chase winner, half-sister to 2m7f hurdle winner So Ladylike, out of point winning half-sister to useful 2m jumper Blueberry Boy; yard not renowned for their exploits in bumpers and may need more time.
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Pierre-Louis JaminPaul Midgley9288-7No signal14/1Had a BHA mark 26lb higher than today when starting out for this yard last summer but he's struggled to make much of an impact; did finish second at Newcastle in November (well backed) but that form hasn't worked out at all; recent Redcar reappearance is easy to excuse (went off hard and raced in a group of two, finishing sixth and seventh, on the far side); stable looks to hold stronger claims with Birkenhead.
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James DoyleJohn & Thady Gosden2434-2No signal9/2Six-race maiden but he looked unlucky not to collect on his 1m3f Kempton reappearance in April, just failing have been denied a clear run; has looked a little ungainly on occasions but he's talented enough to win races.
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233248No signal12/1Not an easy horse to win with but he had a solid AW campaign and is on a feasible mark; below par back on turf 12 days ago and needs to bounce back quickly.
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Billy Garritty 11%Liam Bailey 9%4-7529No signal10/1Beat Winged Messenger in a big-field 6f handicap at York last summer and he is 11lb better off with that rival today; went close at Southwell in April but he wasn't in the same form at Ascot 16 days ago; should be winning soon but perhaps not today.
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Joanna Mason 12%5336-9No signal8/1Failed to win last year but ran some good races, including on his reappearance; chance
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TBADonald McCain 15%4318-3No signal3/1Two-time bumper winner who won two Flat handicaps last year; market should guide on return
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Disco Dancer14:25 Killarney race 3 of 8Danny GilliganGordon Elliott45/58-No signal22/1One of two for trainer; bumper/dual winning hurdler; returned from almost a year off when well beaten on Flat in February; more promise in 10l fifth over hurdles at Navan (2m, soft); didn't build on that at Bellewstown last time.
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Sean Dylan Bowen 11%Saeed bin Suroor 20%2No signal13/2Well-connected colt; easy to back for recent Leicester debut (7f; 13-2) where he raced freely/erratically and had no answer to a more experienced rival in the closing stages; the bare form puts him in the picture and he should know more this time.
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Kevin StottBrian Meehan3231-7No signal16/1Promise in Britain as a 2yo before winning a 1m1f conditions event in France last August; well held in a 1m2f conditions event at Chantilly last month (soft ground); not obviously well treated back in a handicap but new cheekpieces could give him a lift.
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442-4No signal6/1Shaped encouragingly on seasonal/handicap debut when fourth at Nottingham (5f, good; 10-1) last week; it's still early days in his career, and he remains open to further improvement.
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Kevin StottHugo Palmer623-4No signal10/10-4 but has made the frame on his last three starts, leading for most of the way when fourth on handicap debut at Lingfield (1m2f, AW) in January; doesn't look thrown in but cheekpieces could eke out some improvement.
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David ProbertHenry Candy3815-1No signal4/1Hit the ground running last year, winning twice at Nottingham in April, over 8.5f (good) and 1m2f (good to firm); also scored at Epsom (good to soft) in September and once again made a winning return when picking up an AW handicap here (1m2f) 19 days ago; up 5lb and this is tougher but he's progressive and can't be ignored.
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Rob Hornby 11%Clive Cox 17%1-2555No signal8/1Previously effective on turf but form dipped returned to this sphere last time and he still hasn't scored on grass since his 2yo days; admittedly on a workable mark provided he rebounds.
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Georgia DobieClive Cox/0-635No signal7/1Made all in very valuable auction race as a juvenile but winless since taking Redcar's Two-Year-Old Trophy six weeks later; looked to be rediscovering his level when third on AW in March and it was a solid fifth of 18 behind Royal Velvet (declared for preceding Group 3) at Newmarket (7f, good) last time; if the stands' rail proves the place to be this could be the day to revert to forcing tactics; interesting.
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Dougie CostelloSteph Hollinshead6422-3No signal7/1Seven-race maiden but she has form form figures of 4223 in handicaps and that latest third was on her reappearance at Bath (5f, good) last month; 1lb lower here and she should be in mix again.
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Brian Ellison 10%023-70No signal50/1Low-level maiden who has not finished closer than 6l to a winner so far; opposable
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Charlie DeutschTom George61-No signal10/1From the family of these connections' high-class staying chaser Nacarat; still green but off the mark at the second attempt when getting up late in five-runner Exeter bumper (good) three weeks ago; doubtful that was a strong event and he'll surely want further in time but attitude was pleasing; hurdles debut.
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Dunsy Rock14:25 Killarney race 3 of 8Sean Bowen 24%Gordon Elliott 18%41-5No signal10/1Off the mark at just the second attempt in 2m Fairyhouse maiden in February and not disgraced when fifth in 2m1f Listed event at Killarney two weeks ago; remains with potential now going handicapping. - E
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Mason Paetel(5)Julia & Shelley Birkett0700-6No signal25/1Yet to offer much in his seven runs to date, sixth of nine in 9.5f Wolverhampton handicap 30 days ago; not easy to warm to.
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Philip ByrnesWilliam Durkan/1572-No signal17/2Back hurdling (from chasing) in a first-time visor when an excellent second of 22 at Aintree (3m, good to soft) four weeks ago, always prominent; back up 2lb but a serious each-way player.
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Mr John DawsonM Cregan3231-2No signal3/1Five-time point winner; runner-up in two hunter chases, both at Kelso, latest on Wednesday when beaten 7l (2m7f, good; 5-2); makes a quick return, but could go well.
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Earthwatch13:22 Killarney race 1 of 8Daniel KingDenis Gerard Hogan4-No signal40/1
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Mr Nick Orpwood(3)James WaltonP1111-No signal9/4Pulled up in a maiden hurdle on this card 12 months ago; has since won all four of his point-to-points, showing useful form last time when winning at Tranwell; has since been aimed at this race; bold bid expected.
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Sean BowenOlly Murphy47524-No signal11/4Yet to win over fences, but creditable second at Wetherby in March (3m, good to soft; cheekpieces tried); has had wind surgery since fair fourth at Carlisle last month (3m, good; blinkers on); tongue-tie plus cheekpieces this time; chance.
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Miss Lucy Brown(7)Mrs Morag Herdman47423-No signal33/11-22 in points; has run a couple of fair races recently; has a much stiffer task here.
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Eichan San14:03 Naas race 2 of 8Terry Casey(7)Daniel James Murphy84-704No signal11/20-6 but has ability and didn't run badly last time at the Curragh when a keeping on 4.5l fourth of 21 (6f, soft); not sure the drop to 5f is ideal, however, but good ground should be fine.
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Kieran ShoemarkEd Walker41/2-7No signal12/1Won on second and final 2yo start (1m, AW); seen only twice since but had a very tough task in attempting to give weight to a subsequent big improver at Windsor (1m, good to firm) last May and wasn't seen to best advantage over 7f on Kempton AW in March; could well play a part back at 1m.
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Ellis Brittle13:53 Killarney race 2 of 8Alex HarveyJ P Flavin—No signal66/1Dam well beaten in bumpers, half-sister to winners Smitty Bacall (bumper and 2m4f-3m2f hurdle/chase), Palm Sur (bumper) and Sullivan's Brow (2m hurdle), out of close relative of smart 2m-2m6f hurdle/chase winner Blazing Tempo; best watched.
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Emily Love16:10 Killarney race 6 of 8Sam EwingGordon Elliott11341-No signal3/1One of her five hurdle wins came here over 2m4f last year; ended her campaign with a win in a valuable mares' hurdle at Far Hills in USA and is rated 129 in that sphere; has won when fresh and is a big player if ready after the break.
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David NolanPaul Midgley40-401No signal7/2Has won on a range of surfaces but two 6f wins in 2025 came on good to firm and he was racing on that surface for the first time since when winning at Thirsk last week; back up 3lb and has another good run in him.
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George DowningEd Walker73-8No signal4/1His best effort from three runs during the winter was an 8l third of 12 at Wolverhampton (8.6f) on his second start; opening mark looks on the high side but he's been gelded and is a possible improver with headgear added on handicap/turf debut; needs watching in market.
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Harry DaviesSimon & Ed Crisford16No signal11/1In need of the experience but kept on well to collar the useful Generic close home on his 1m Kempton debut in March; only sixth to the same rival at Yarmouth (1m again) 17 days later but retains potential now handicapping; wears first-time cheekpieces.
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David NolanMichael Herrington240917No signal11/1Resumed winning ways in 7f Southwell handicap in April but he beat only two home back there eight days later; this C&D scorer needs to bounce back.
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Eretria16:57 Naas race 7 of 8Gavin RyanDonnacha Aidan O'Brien21No signal6/4Purchased for 420,000gns as a yearling; beaten 0.75l by stablemate Emmeleia (runner-up in Group 3 next time) over this trip at Dundalk, then bolted up over 1m2f at Leopardstown; holds entries for Oaks/Irish Oaks.
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David EganRobert Cowell06551-No signal12/1Ended 2025 with a 6f win at Chelmsford in December; 2lb higher mark and stronger opposition might find him out back from five months off.
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Fast Felix15:00 Killarney race 4 of 8Thomas O'Connor(7)Eoin Christopher McCarthy115P9-No signal11/1One of two for trainer; C&D maiden winner here last summer (good) and added a second hurdles win at Listowel (2m, good to yielding) next time when vanquishing Paul's Dream into a 3.25l second; form dropped off in three subsequent runs, including here; break needs to have done him good; remains 6lb above last winning mark.
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8-5673No signal10/1Has won five times on turf but is not the force of old; has dropped a career-low mark but this race looks too competitive.
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Feel Happy16:20 Naas race 6 of 8Chris HayesDonnacha Aidan O'Brien—No signal10/1Sister to 6f 2yo winner Jewelry (RPR 86), half-sister to winners Sir Lamorak (10.6f-1m3f inc AW/Australia; 108) and A New Dawn (Group-placed 6f 2yo; 104); dam 5f 2yo winner (95), half-sister to 1m4f Group 1 winner Bracelet; yard is strong this term in 3yo fillies' category.
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Pam Sly 12%23-236No signal5/1Made it 0-16 when well beaten here 16 days ago; however, this was his first attempt at 7f and he was running well over 6f previously (AW/good to firm); might not be far away off a career-low mark back down in trip.
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Fergy Five13:22 Killarney race 1 of 8Jack G Gilligan(5)Paul John Gilligan—No signal40/1
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Darragh KeenanLemos De Souza305-67No signal18/1Scored over hurdles at Stratford last May but below par on the AW over the winter, beating just one home in 1m2f handicap at Chelmsford in February; more is required after a break in a change of headgear.
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Tom Broughton(5)Alastair Ralph38-No signal33/1Staying chasers in the family and he was outpaced before sticking on for third in good-ground bumper at Uttoxeter last May; didn't build on that when well held in course bumper (good to soft) in December; hurdles debut.
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Ruth Carr 12%-68322No signal4/1Done the bulk of his winning on AW (6-26), but one of his two turf wins came over C&D (from 8lb lower) in August 2024; in fine fettle, with form figures of 322, since returning to turf, beaten just over 2l by Mumayaz at Leicester (6f, good to firm) latest; should give his best.
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Harry Davies 13%Michael Appleby 13%6No signal33/1Slowly away and trailed in last on debut at Nottingham 18 days ago (8.3f; 66-1); surely needs more time.
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Fleu Du Glaye17:17 Killarney race 8 of 8Mr S E O'Rourke(7)P J Rothwell—No signal22/1First foal; dam unraced half-sister to winners Batonnier (bumper/useful 2m4f hurdle) and Le Bazin (prolific French 2m1f-2m5f hurdle/chase); by a useful sire and cost Eur30,000 as a 3yo; likely to improve from this; tongue-tie.
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Kevin Stott 15%Sandy Thomson 12%—No signal7/1Grade 2 bumper winner at Aintree in April 2023; well beaten over hurdles on last two starts (stable debut latest) but he's shown some useful form in that code and is an interesting contender on this Flat debut.
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Flower Forest16:20 Naas race 6 of 8Wayne LordanA P O'Brien4No signal9/4
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James Bowen 20%Mickey Bowen 16%/494-0No signal14/1Won four on the trot at about 2m4f in 2024, culminating in a Grade 2 novice; hasn't recaptured that form since returning from an absence and she's in another competitive race here.
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Silvestre De SousaTony Carroll1-6134No signal22/1The winner of three of his last six starts (1m, heavy and AW) and ran another solid race when close fourth of ten here (AW) in March; also acts on good ground but this is hotter than the races he usually contests.
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William PyleKevin Frost—No signal80/113,500gns foal, 85,000gns yearling, 4,200gns 2yo; brother to 7f-9.7f winner Leopold Bloom (including Italy; RPR 75), half-brother to winners Conservationist (1m 2yo; 92) and Custodian (6f 2yo; 81); dam 5f winner (including Listed; 98) from smart family; has good standard to aim at on debut and is probably best watched.
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Fortunate Lighting16:10 Killarney race 6 of 8Eoghan Finegan(7)Thomas Coyle51605-No signal40/1Won a Sligo handicap hurdle last August but was poor twice after; a better effort on return but is rated 111 over hurdles and has a bit to find with some of these on chase debut.
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Daniel Muscutt 14%James Horton 11%165-06No signal50/1Similar type to Shiplake, with still having to prove that best AW form can be transferred back to turf; not exactly solid on 2026 efforts anyway and doesn't look the percentage call in this competitive field.
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Sean BowenOlly MurphyP6074-No signal9/2But disappointing in four runs over hurdles since a spell chasing; has dropped to a good mark as a result and better run last time; down in grade; could go well.
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Freedom And Light17:30 Naas race 8 of 8Declan McDonoghJ S Bolger9-84No signal16/1Better last time (150-1) when stepping up to this trip at Leopardstown, beaten 9l by promising type who contests the preceding Oaks Trial today; wasn't far off the placed horses, but more needed all the same.
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Alec Voikhansky 11%Richard Hannon 12%24-254No signal4/1Usually runs some sort of race but he has not finished with much purpose at Southwell (AW) or Lingfield (turf) on his last two starts, and this is more competitive; needs a revival.
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Kieren Fox 10%6045-6No signal25/1Couldn't make the most of Lingfield's golden highway when weakening over 7f on his stable debut (50-1) a fortnight ago; drop back to 6f probably in his favour but others hold more pressing claims.
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Jack HoganFergal O'Brien35334-No signal20/1Has proved a model of consistency in the last 12 months and he rallied for fourth behind Dance And Glance over C&D last time; however, that run underlined that the handicapper appears to have his measure for now; needs to be boosted by the fitting of cheekpieces.
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John Fahy 12%Richard Hannon 12%3-73No signal12/1Inclined to pull hard on comeback and was said to have hung right last time, both round undulating courses (7f); has shown enough ability to suggest he can be a factor now handicapping at a sensible level though.
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Galileo Noir17:30 Naas race 8 of 8Colin KeaneNoel Meade7-31No signal7/21m1f maiden winner on soft to heavy at the Curragh and placed horses both won next time out; Keane thought he could go back in trip, trainer thinks he'll get this far.
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Gaoth Chuil16:10 Killarney race 6 of 8Colin Keane 16%T M Walsh 12%7/4-No signal4/1Decent NH mare, winning a bumper and three times over hurdles at up to 3m; recent chase form not quite at same level but useful; previous two Flat runs include decent fourth in 1m7f Leopardstown amateur maiden last summer; would probably appreciate a stiffer test. -
Charlie Maggs(3)Mike Sowersby33311-No signal11/2Bidding for a C&D hat-trick having won here on last two starts (soft/good); has gone up 9lb but has run well off much higher marks in the past; could go well.
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Gavoo15:45 Naas race 5 of 8Luke McAteer 8%David Marnane 10%0351-4No signal13/2Two wins last season were over 6f; well beaten at Galway on his only attempt at 7f; kept on for fourth place over 6f at Naas on seasonal debut (Nakamura, seventh); worth another shot at the extra furlong on that evidence. -
Joshua Thompson(5)Iain Jardine69326-No signal9/2C&D winner off 6lb lower last August (good); some sound runs since, both over hurdles and on the Flat (9.4f Wolverhampton winner in February); chance.
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Genesis15:10 Naas race 4 of 8Wesley Joyce 6%650-14No signal4/1Two-time AW winner gained a breakthrough turf win over C&D early this month (good) off 71; close Naas fourth was another step in the right direction, despite getting upset in stalls; 2lb wrong here. -
Shane Gray 15%K. R. Burke 20%135-02No signal5/4Won twice over about 1m6f last September; low-key seasonal return last month but he fared better, albeit beaten at a short price, at Nottingham 18 days ago; shouldn't be too far away.
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Owen Lewis(5)Roger Teal5350/7No signal33/1Without a victory since 2023; off 21 months before a never-dangerous seventh of ten in 9.5f Wolverhampton handicap last month; she needs to take a major step forward.
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Sean Bowen 24%Sam England 15%3455-2No signal9/2Flat/hurdle winner who left Dan Skelton for 4,400gns; finished a clear second at Hexham (1m7f, good to soft; effective on good) on stable/chase debut and the revitalised winner has struck again since; gets in here off the same mark.
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Stan SheppardTom Lacey10577-No signal5/1Easy winner at Chepstow (2m, good) last October and he took a big step back in right direction when seventh of 23 in the County at Cheltenham (2m1f, soft); missed the Scottish Champion Hurdle last month due to heavy ground; still only five and he's 1lb lower than in the County; major player.
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Give Me Liberty14:35 Naas race 3 of 8W J LeeW McCreery—No signal50/1Home-bred The Irish Rover gelding; dam five-time 5f winner (RPR 76), closely related to 6f 2yo/1m winner Point Made, out of unraced half-sister to 1m2f-2m Flat and 2m1f-3m hurdle winner Mith Hill; likely best watched on debut.
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Jason HartHugo Palmer6-448No signal16/1Showed some promise in AW novice events this spring but she was tailed off in handicap debut at Bath (1m, good to soft; 10-1) three weeks ago; the slow ground may have been an issue but she was always in rear and has something to prove after that laboured effort.
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Connor Beasley 13%Michael Dods 12%49-077No signal8/1
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Jason HartMichael Bell364-11No signal11/4Has improved since being gelded and he made it 2-3 in handicaps when completing a double at Yarmouth (5f, good) 11 days ago; up another 5lb but he beat a clear second with a bit in hand last time and he's open to more progress; big player.
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Chad Bament(5)Andy Irvine49P31-No signal5/1Ex-Olly Murphy; off the mark for present yard when winning five-runner handicap chase by a short head at Fontwell last time (3m2f, good); up 3lb; interesting.
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Ned Fox(3)Tom Symonds8PP31-No signal14/1
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Golddream17:30 Naas race 8 of 8Luke McAteerDavid Marnane61No signal5/1Won at 22-1 over 1m on AW; pedigree suggests he's almost certain to improve for this trip, his brother a French 10.5f winner, dam a Listed winner over 1m7f and stayed even farther.
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Warren Fentiman(3)Richard & Peter Fahey001-72No signal28/1Good second at Musselburgh (7f) with reappearance under his belt but is by no means certain to go one better off 103 in this deep field; has gained all handicap wins off marks in in the high-90s and still needs to prove he can break the triple-digit barrier.
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Miss Charlotte Butler(7)E Turner3P1U2-No signal7/2Got off the mark on his rules debut in a Fakenham maiden hunter chase (3m, good) in April 2025 and has performed with credit in points this year, winning at Higham last month; carries a 3lb penalty but should run well.
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Goodmancon13:53 Killarney race 2 of 8Dylan Whelan(7)P J Breen56743-No signal20/1Still winless after nine bumper starts and his hurdling debut last time when third (1.75l in front of Whet The Appetite); others preferred.
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Neil CallanGeorge Baker111-93No signal28/1In the form of his life when winning four in a row for Ben Brookhouse last summer, namely a maiden hurdle followed by three Flat handicaps over 1m2f and 1m4f (twice) on good/good to firm; better effort in Bahrain for George Baker this year when third of seven over 1m2f (good to firm) five weeks ago; returns to Britain on a career-high mark and may prove vulnerable to less-exposed sorts.
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The Gradual Slope16:45 Killarney race 7 of 8Mark McDonaghSean O O'BrienPP041-No signal16/1Won for the second time over fences when taking a Fairyhouse handicap over 2m5f last time despite jumping right late on; raised 5lb for that in a stronger contest so will have to do more from 1lb out of the handicap.
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Charles BishopEve Johnson Houghton240-03No signal11/1Six-time winner, including in first-time blinkers at Glorious Goodwood; close third at Haydock (7f) with reappearance under his belt, paving the way nicely for a crack at this prize; has made the frame in both C&D attempts; possibilities in new headgear (visor).
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Tom Broughton(5)Fergal O'Brien62876-No signal14/1Sole success over hurdles came here over two years ago and his best effort came when runner-up at Uttoxeter (2m7f, good) last July; well beaten in three runs since, the latest on chase debut at Taunton in November; cheekpieces worn last time are left off and doesn't appeal for win purposes.
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Dougie CostelloMark Walford204-7No signal33/1Made a promising start when runner-up at Carlisle (6f, soft) in September but she's struggled in three subsequent runs including on handicap/seasonal debut at Ripon (1m, good to soft) last month; still unexposed but she weakened quickly last time and has plenty to prove.
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Brendan PowellJames Owen12205-No signal25/10-14 on Flat turf and a beaten favourite at Musselburgh two weeks ago; his hurdles record (2-7) is better but he had no obvious excuse when fifth to Indemnity at Plumpton (33-1) last month; others appeal more.
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Happy Jacky16:45 Killarney race 7 of 8Ricky Doyle 8%Mark Fahey 13%3711-3No signal4/1Prolific winner over hurdles (rated 144); did okay over fences last year and was fair third over 3m2f on his return to action at Killarney; stays 3m well, so this trip looks too short, plus he was disappointing when favourite for last year's Mayo National. -
Tom BellamyAlan King/1P46-No signal17/2Won by a neck in this race (good) last year off 1lb lower, having been third in it the year before; 33-1 sixth at Aintree last month suggested he's working his way back to that level, so has to be considered seriously.
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Tom MarquandWilliam Haggas7115-2No signal6/4Maiden and novice winner (6f, good to firm/good) last summer who was a shade disappointing when fifth of ten on handicap debut at Newbury (good to soft) in September; subsequently gelded and his neck second of 13 at Newmarket (also 7f, good) was much more like it on his comeback last month; mixed messages have come out of that race but still commands plenty of respect.
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David Egan 14%952-04No signal20/10-5 and it's possible others here have greater potential but she again showed useful form when fourth on handicap debut at Haydock (1m, good) this month; may well be in the mix.
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Haroussa16:20 Naas race 6 of 8Ben CoenJ P Murtagh—No signal10/1Seventh foal; closely related to 11.5f/1m4f Flat (RPR 100) and 2m5f hurdle winner Hamsiyann, half-sister to winners Harannda (7f; 86) and Haroya (French 1m1f); dam 7f 2yo winner (inc Group 3; 109), half-sister to Derby winner Harzand.
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Pat Dobbs 14%Peter Crate 10%439691No signal9/1Took advantage of a career-low mark to land his first win on turf over C&D (good to firm) ten days ago; up 4lb but will need luck in running to weave through.
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Harry Longabaugh14:03 Naas race 2 of 8J M SheridanP C O'Donnell775-No signal40/1Handicap debutant hasn't shown a whole lot in three maidens at 6f-7.5f on yielding and soft ground; breeding suggests he could improve for this quicker ground; check the market.
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Joshua Thompson 12%Micky Hammond 10%4708-5No signal80/1Lightly raced but looks limited and she's 13lb out of the weights on handicap debut; tries cheekpieces.
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Hastily14:03 Naas race 2 of 8Jack Cleary 8%0209-0No signal22/1Winner of four of her 42 races; most recent success was over 6f at Cork last July; not the most consistent sort and has rarely shown her best form at this trip. -
Ryan Sexton 12%Julie Camacho 11%0054-6No signal18/1Ended 2025 with two solid AW runs (after a wind op); returns to turf in a competitive race
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Jamie Spencer 12%Richard Hughes 15%4No signal9/2100-30 third favourite for her Nottingham debut 11 days ago (6f, good), a race where she travelled strongly but then looked an extremely difficult ride under pressure; possible that was just greenness and she can't be discounted.
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Joe LeavyJohn Gallagher300-01No signal17/2Tough mare who won two handicaps around this time last year, scoring at Windsor (6f, good to firm) and following up at Goodwood (7f, good) 18 days later; registered plenty of other good efforts last term and was back on the scoresheet with narrow win at Yarmouth (7f, good) 11 days ago; something to find on the figures but she's the type to make her presence felt.
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Ross CoakleyJames Fanshawe3-3124No signal28/1In good form on the AW this year, winning a handicap at Lingfield (7f) in February and running creditably when fourth in similar event at Newcastle (6f) on Good Friday; has shown he's up to Listed level but this is still a warm race in which to be making his debut on grass.
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Clifford LeeLiam Bailey19-444No signal33/1Back to his last winning mark and his first two runs in 2026 were respectable; eligible for weaker races than this and easy enough to look elsewhere.
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David Probert 13%-62132No signal10/18yo who has been in fine form this spring, winning at Kempton (1m, AW) last month then going close at Lingfield (1m, AW) and Nottingham (1m, good); there's every chance he'll be bang there once more.
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Tom BellamyAlan King2252F-No signal12/1Often gives his running in strong handicaps (second in this event 12 months ago) but losing sequence is up to 11 and he looked held when falling two out in the Plumpton race won by Indemnity last time; cheekpieces left off today; opposable off unchanged mark.
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Jason HartPaul Midgley44-442No signal10/3Has reached the frame on AW in his last six starts including when a close second at Newcastle (5f; tongue-tie added) last month; record of 1-21 on turf but conditions should be fine back in this sphere and he had a close call off 1lb higher at Beverley last summer; interesting contender for yard that has won this race in the last two years.
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Billy Loughnane 18%Ian Williams 11%5114-4No signalSPTwo soft-ground wins (1m4f/2m) in France; bold show at York (1m4f) on recent British debut
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Hermino AA16:45 Killarney race 7 of 8Calum Hogan(5)E McNamara/56P6-No signal25/1Three wins over hurdles when trained in the UK and was Grade 3-placed; below that form in four chase starts for this yard and has to stage a revival.
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Saffie OsborneJamie Osborne35212-No signal17/2Ended last season with a win and second-place finish, enhancing his good record at Ascot; two attempts at this race comprise a creditable fourth in 2024 and narrow success last year; impossible to dismiss, despite being an 8yo who is on another new career-high mark.
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Hill Silver17:17 Killarney race 8 of 8Eoghan Finegan(7)Ciaran Murphy—No signal33/1Fifth foal; half-brother to winners Ellen Kelly (dual bumper) and Metalor (point); dam unraced half-sister to smart 10.5f-2m winner Litigant; decent pedigree but made only Eur2,000 as a 3yo; likely to improve from this.
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Hinder16:20 Naas race 6 of 8Colin KeaneG M Lyons5No signal9/1Half-sister to six winners inc Babouche (6f inc 2yo Group 1; RPR 117), Zarinsk (6f-1m inc 2yo/Group 2), Derevo (1m2f/12.4f inc AW/KSA; 106) and Society Lion (6f-1m inc 2yo/AW; 102); dam 7f and 1m (Listed) winner (103); 5-2 for AW debut over 6f last month, underwhelming when beaten nearly 6l.
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Faleh BughenaimHamad Al Jehani/9331-No signal9/1Won the same Listed event at Chester in 2023 (soft) and 2025 (good), posting a personal best in latter; not seen since but he has plenty of form when fresh and cannot be ruled out.
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Sean Quinlan 15%Jennie Candlish 17%122F-4No signal11/2Four-time hurdle winner who is 0-6 over fences (despite a lower mark) and was beaten a good way at Hexham (3m) on his return to this discipline after a break; the other two appeal more.
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Kieran Shoemark 14%James Owen 18%/065-9No signal50/1Group 3 winner in France as a 2yo in 2024; below best figures in AW handicap and Meydan Group 2 during the winter on his only two starts for David O'Meara; needs to prove he retains full ability and, unless the betting speaks favourably, best watched on this debut for another new yard.
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John Dixon 2%68458-No signal12/1Winless since his hurdling debut in June 2023 but comes here in decent nick, tongue-tie refitted when eighth in 2m1f Carlisle handicap in March; reportedly bled there and not out of things after a break.
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Marco GhianiStuart Williams8534-0No signal33/1Gained his final win for previous yard and sole placed effort for current stable over 7f; overall record at this trip is 2-5; gelded prior to never landing a blow in another 6f event on seasonal debut; could go well, with this step back up in distance a plausible plus.
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Hydream16:20 Naas race 6 of 80No signal40/1Half-sister to five winners inc Vadream (5f/6f inc 2yo/AW/Group 3; RPR 111), Humam (6f/7f inc 2yo/AW; 99) and Midream (6f; 94); dam maiden (69) half-sister to Australian 1m5f Group 2 winner Swashbuckling; never sighted after slow start on recent Naas debut. - I
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I Bid You Ajou15:10 Naas race 4 of 8Reese Holohan 10%Mark Fahey 13%U7-282No signal10/1All three wins at Fairyhouse last season came at this trip on decent ground; back to form on favoured ground at Leopardstown early this month when beaten a short-head in three-way photo; 3lb rise takes him back to a career-high mark but capable 7lb claimer booked. -
Icare Desbois15:00 Killarney race 4 of 8Cian QuirkeDavid Harry Kelly5/030-No signal28/1Won a bumper and maiden hurdle over 2m for Willie Mullins in an interrupted career; form for current yard over hurdles and Flat suggests he needs to find a fair bit of improvement.
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Ice Dancer16:57 Naas race 7 of 8Wayne LordanA P O'Brien013-7No signal11/2
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Paul O'Brien 14%Harry Derham 20%P758-1No signal12/1Put a disappointing run of form behind him when returning to winning ways over C&D (good) 11 days ago, making all; whether he can reproduce that effort is another matter but he is still well handicapped on his old form.
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Bryan Carver 13%I Chanin 0%/421-4No signal7/1Two wins for Chris Down last year, with the first at Chepstow (2m3f, good) and latest at Newton Abbot (3m2f, good); well-held fourth of seven on recent stable debut at Worcester (2m5f) but he ran well for a long way and should benefit from that run; could be dangerous if he can get back near best.
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Rebecca Menzies 11%1134-PNo signal22/1Pulled up on soft ground this month, after a layoff, but this three-time course winner is now only 1lb higher than when holding on for narrow C&D (good) success last summer; dangerous to ignore.
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/P41-6No signal18/1Won good-ground point by wide margin last month; ran well until tiring in soft-ground hunter chase at Hexham (3m) 16 days ago but is tricky to weigh up on this first hurdling start since 2021.
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Impero15:00 Killarney race 4 of 8Danny Gilligan 12%Cian Collins 9%/013-2No signal12/1Took this in good style 12 months ago; lightly raced since but advanced his form after nine months off when second of ten in 2m1f handicap at Killarney 15 days ago; up 4lb here but this Irish challenger rates a player. -
Kieran ShoemarkHenrietta C Knight1447-1No signal25/1Won at Pontefract (1m4f, good to soft) for Mick Appleby last September and bounced back from below-par efforts to end 2025 when making a successful start for the Henrietta Knight stable over 1m4f at Thirsk (good) four weeks ago; did that readily but this looks significantly tougher than that five-runner affair.
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Jonathan BurkeEmma Lavelle12341-No signal9/14-6 on good ground over hurdles, notching another personal best when returning from a break to win readily at Plumpton (2m; 15-2) last month; a 10lb rise demands further improvement but he's thriving and should encounter suitable conditions again.
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Individualism13:53 Killarney race 2 of 8Calum Hogan(5)E McNamara—No signal11/1One of three for trainer; won twice on the Flat for Charlie Johnston on good ground; rated 83 in that sphere; signed off British career with a tailed off finish at Hamilton in September; makes hurdling/stable debut now in a first-time tongue tie.
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TBAEdward Bethell 17%43-35No signal11/2
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Inishfallen15:10 Naas race 4 of 8Jack Kearney(3)Stephen Thorne-44424No signal11/2Sole win in June 2023; in good form on the AW off this mark recently, beaten less than 1l the last twice; best turf form on fast ground and on a dangerous mark based on a 2l second at Windsor off 7lb higher last June; could go well.
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Robert HavlinMichael Appleby794-09No signal10/1Third in 2yo Group 2 in 2024; ran respectably off a falling mark on a few occasions last season but he's struggled in two 1m handicaps (good to soft/good to firm) this spring; has plenty to prove and overall record is now 1-14.
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Clifford Lee 17%Mark Loughnane 10%4-1444No signal15/2Four-time AW winner; consistent and is one to consider in a race that may set up for him
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Ryan MooreA P O'Brien2154-4No signal3/1Camelot colt; maiden winner at Glorious Goodwood and best form when staying on from off the pace to take fourth in Group 1 Criterium de Saint-Cloud (1m2f, very soft) in October; shaped as if he needed the race when fourth of seven from the back in Listed event at Newmarket (1m1f, good) on return, and this is a different trip, so it's far too early to write him off.
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Billy Loughnane 18%Ed Dunlop 12%57-252No signal13/2Won two handicaps last July (1m4f, good and 1m6f, firm); he has finished second in two of his three runs this year, latterly beaten a short-head at Leicester 11 days ago (1m4f, good to firm); had just one run on slower than good and finished well beaten, so conditions may be a concern.
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Joe Leavy 11%Richard Hannon 12%6No signal7/1Weakened in the closing stages when sixth of ten in an Ascot novice (6f, good) 18 days ago; this looks easier and although he is bred to need further, he's still of serious interest.
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Lauren Young(3) 11%Jim Goldie 14%9-0978No signal22/1Yet to find her form this year but she has dropped 6lb in the weights and this C&D winner is just 2lb higher than for her last win; well held in the 3.42 Ayr Wednesday. -
Ashley Lewis(5)Ed Walker2245-1No signal9/4Promise as a 2yo; gelded prior to his reappearance in which he won a 7f Catterick maiden in good style; hit with a 6lb rise for that but 1m should suit and further progress seems likely; trainer in good form.
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Jerry From Kerry13:53 Killarney race 2 of 8/86F-4No signal40/1Course bumper winner; rated 110 after three runs over hurdles, the best of which came on latest at Killarney when an 11l fourth; could go well. -
Ryan ManiaMartin Todhunter36664-No signal13/2Has won three times over fences, the latest over 2m4f here in March last year (good to soft; visored first time); hasn't done quite as well since; stays 3m and on a good mark now.
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Jack Callan(3)Jamie Osborne-44532No signal9/2Low-mileage 4yo who posted his best effort when second of five in 1m6f handicap at Southwell 16 days ago; can't be ruled out on his turf debut nudged up 1lb.
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Gina ManganShaun Lycett/1-762No signal4/1
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Jamie HamiltonMark Walford8733P-No signal16/1Has won eight of his 21 races over hurdles; doesn't seem to be the force of old as was pulled up at Haydock last time having finished last of eight on previous hurdle run.
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Paul Mulrennan 14%Jim Goldie 14%80-026No signal25/1Nine course wins to his name from 22 starts here (3-7 over C&D); in good form of late, having spent last year in the grip of the handicapper, but that was over 7f and whether he still has the toe for 5f, at his age off this mark, is the question; yard also runs Woohoo.
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Joyful Tidings15:45 Naas race 5 of 8Gavin Cromwell 11%57-750No signal14/1Tipperary maiden winner last season (5f, yielding); not far behind a few of these when fifth at Naas on penultimate (6f, good); held by stablemate Treasure Royal in 6f premier handicap back there on latest; drop to 5f and easier ground a plus; not discounted. -
Jp's Express15:45 Naas race 5 of 8Wesley Joyce(3)Michael Mulvany56-6No signal50/1Just okay runs in 7f maidens last year and well held over same trip on return; handicap debut.
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Kevin Stott 15%Michael Appleby 13%212132No signal11/2
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Oliver Carmichael(7)Eve Johnson Houghton3640-8No signal40/1Two-time Group winner over 7f but is on a near three-year losing spell and current mark reflects that he's not the force of old (admittedly showed bits of useful form in 2025); needs to step up on reappearance effort; failed to shine in the last two runnings of this contest.
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Sean Quinlan 15%Jennie Candlish 17%4P2F-2No signal15/2Second to progressive rival at Uttoxeter (2m, soft) in November and running well before penultimate-flight fall next time; below that level when a remote second at Hexham but he's better than that and now goes in a tongue-tie.
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Kamikaz Du Plessis16:45 Killarney race 7 of 8Danny GilliganGordon Elliott33634-No signal10/1Dual hurdle winner is rated 128 in that sphere; hasn't been as good over fences in four starts but best effort came when fourth in a Clonmel novice last time; raced a bit awkwardly then; will need plenty more today.
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Harry CobdenClive Boultbee-Brooks56446-No signal4/1Ex-French mare; followed up a couple of fair efforts at Exeter and Taunton with a below-par run at Ffos Las last month; has slipped to a career-low mark and Harry Cobden rides for the first time but she's still looking for her first win in Britain and others are preferred.
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Charlie ToddDan Skelton2/1/No signal11/2Two starts in six-runner Irish points; 6-4 when close second in April 2024 then scored by 11l at 1-2 eleven months later; sold for £75,000 four days on and has joined leading yard; hooded and tongue tied for this hurdling debut.
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Harry Burns 10%William Haggas 23%90-952No signal9/1Much better a fortnight ago, when narrowly beaten; only 1lb higher and is shortlisted
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Rossa Ryan 18%Clive Cox 17%8No signal14/120-1 when always in rear on recent debut at Ascot (6f, good); takes on some very interesting newcomers today but he's the only one with experience and it will be no surprise if he takes a sizeable step forward.
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Callum BewleyDaragh Bourke3/985-No signal18/1Two wins in Ireland, both with give in the ground; has become well handicapped after being dropped 10lb for three poor runs last season; interesting back after wind surgery.
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Callum RodriguezEdward Bethell1793-5No signal18/1Lightly raced 4yo who ties in with Great Acclaim on a stable/seasonal debut effort at Haydock that took his form figures over 7f to 1135; may resume progress with that outing under his belt; one to consider, especially if the market signals speak positively.
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Jack Callan 14%Brian Meehan 9%59No signal33/1Nothing exciting on his debut and went backwards from it at Ascot a fortnight ago; yard ended a dry run recently but 0-5 with 2yos this spring and he needs a deal more.
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James DaviesNigel Hawke/5052-No signal5/1Unexposed; showed improved form on handicap debut when second at Sedgefield last time (2m1f, good); further progress likely; a possible.
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Luke MorrisJames Tate6-2No signal5/6Kingman colt who has shaped well on both his runs, runner-up in C&D novice last month; can do better still so he's one to consider.
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Tabitha WorsleyGeorgie HowellP/755-No signal14/1Well handicapped on old Irish form but lightly raced and disappointing in recent years; difficult to enthuse over.
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Luke Morris 12%James Owen 18%/434-7No signal33/1Won over 1m in France; picked up for 72,000euros by these shrewd connections and wasn't disgraced when seventh of 14 on first start for them and for nearly a year at Ascot recently (1m4f; 50-1); cheekpieces retained; should step forward but has plenty of ground to make up on the second Bulletin.
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Saffie Osborne 14%Jamie Osborne 12%2No signal15/2Ran above market expectations (22-1 shot) in 6f event on good ground at Nottingham, finishing half-length second of seven; the form pick, assuming that promise is confirmed.
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Knocknasuff17:17 Killarney race 8 of 8Ms A Verling(7)Patrick Michael Verling—No signal66/1Fifth foal; closely related to 5f 2yo/6f winner Pals Battalion (inc AW; RPR 93); dam French maiden from 6f-11.5f (73), half-sister to 10.6f/1m4f Listed winner Fire Fighting; Flat-bred was a Eur3,000 vendor buyback as a yearling; one to watch on debut.
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Kolirisk De Couely17:17 Killarney race 8 of 8Miss N Lockhead Anderson(7)S Curling—No signal7/1Brother to French 2m2f hurdle/chase winner Koliriska, half-brother to French 2m1f hurdle winner Kerkadova; dam well held only start over hurdles; by a top French sire and cost Eur52,000 as a 3yo; respected yard won this last year and the market can guide on debut.
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Harry CobdenFaye BramleyP/301-No signal5/2Former Willie Mullins inmate who got off the mark on her stable debut in a Huntingdon maiden (2m4f, heavy) in February; makes handicap debut on contrasting ground and a fascinating contender here.
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Harry Burns(3)Lawrence Mullaney/510-4No signal10/1Won a 5f novice at Musselburgh (good to soft) for Richard Fahey last autumn; left that yard for 1,400gns but she made an encouraging start for new stable when a close fourth in C&D handicap (good) last month; still has potential after only six starts and she's in the mix with hood added.
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Rowan ScottJames Tate6-3462No signal10/3Reliable sort who comes here on the back of a good second of five in 1m2f handicap at Nottingham 13 days ago; this longer trip promises to suit so she's a player in her bid for a breakthrough success.
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Tom MarquandKevin Ryan15437-No signal20/1Ex-French filly who didn't run as 2yo; won at Chantilly (1m, soft) on her debut last May; creditable effort despite not staying 1m2f at Listed level next time and she left Andre Fabre for 125,000euros after midfield finish in Saint-Cloud Listed race (1m, heavy) in November; unraced on good or quicker ground but not fully exposed and interesting to see how she goes in the market on this stable debut and first start at 7f.
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La Fogata16:57 Naas race 7 of 8Chris HayesDonnacha Aidan O'Brien4418-No signal18/1Last three juvenile starts were all over 1m; beaten 5l in six-runner Curragh Group 3, strong at the line when landing Punchestown maiden, then weak in the market when last of eight in another Curragh Group 3 (heavy ground a possible excuse); with Ger Lyons at two, has changed hands and now starts off for Eretria's trainer; entered in both Oaks and dam was Stakes-class at up to 1m6f.
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La Note Verte16:10 Killarney race 6 of 8Paul TownendW P Mullins/1164-No signal4/1Bumper winner in 2024 won twice over hurdles last summer but wasn't at her best on last two 2025 runs; however, she is a quality sort and can go well fresh so is respected on chase bow.
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Nico de BoinvilleNicky Henderson2/332-No signal5/1Consistent sort but she's won just once (a maiden last January) from 13 starts; rallied into a remote second here (good) last time, so perhaps a first attempt beyond that 2m5f will help the cause.
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Philip ByrnesWilliam Durkan/0551D-No signal16/1Useful on Flat and has quickly reached a similar level over hurdles, posting a career best when first past the post in a big field at Aintree's Grand National meeting (2m, good to soft) only to be disqualified for a whip offence; seeks compensation but a 6lb higher mark will make things tougher.
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Kieran ShoemarkIan Williams/231-6No signal50/11m2f AW maiden winner last August on her final start for Peter Chapple-Hyam but always behind in 1m3f Southwell handicap on her recent return for Ian Williams; can only be watched after that.
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Cieren FallonWilliam Haggas62207-No signal7/4Won the Group 2 Gimcrack as a 2yo and finished second in the Group 1 City Of York (7f, good to firm) last August; made no show in two Group 1s in Australia in the autumn and he's since been gelded; returns in a much lower grade than usual and very dangerous if ready to roll after six months off.
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Sean QuinlanJennie Candlish21/P5-No signal17/2Useful novice two seasons ago, last win over 2m here in March 2025; below his best on both starts last season; cheekpieces now tried; needs to bounce back.
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Tim Easterby 11%6300-5No signal6/1Ended 2025 in poor form but he built up a head of steam to take a late fourth on his recent Pontefract return (1m, good); now 4lb lower than his Haydock win (1m, good to firm) last August so weighted to be competitive.
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Ben JonesBen Pauling2-No signal4/5
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2-21No signal1/3Runner-up at Yarmouth (1m, good to soft) last September on sole 2yo start and filled same position in big-field maiden at Newbury (1m, good) on return; had to work pretty hard to win at 1-4 at Nottingham (1m, good) last time but has potential off his opening mark; cheekpieces go on. -
Jack GarrittyJedd O'Keeffe37-7No signal22/1Well held in three novice/maiden events including when 11-4 favourite at Leicester (1m) on her second start; now goes handicapping but she needs a transformation on her second run after a break; first run was on good ground and last two have been on good to soft.
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Ellis Collier(5)Mrs C Williams67334-No signal10/10-11 over hurdles; third in handicaps at Windsor in January (2m, good) and Sedgefield in February (2m1f, good to soft); can be forgiven lesser effort on testing ground last time; each-way chance.
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Mr Dale PetersD Peters111U1-No signal5/2Won four of his five starts pointing last season (going well when unseated three out in the other), the latest at Charm Park in April (3m, good); rules debut; contender.
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Linford17:17 Killarney race 8 of 8Mr P W MullinsW P Mullins—No signal2/1Fifth foal; half-brother to French winners Lady Barbarella (2m2f-2m6f jump) and Erik Le Viking (2m2f chase); dam maiden hurdler (best run at 3m2f), half-sister to 2m7f hurdle winner Dream Deal; by a leading French sire and maximum respect from this yard especially if strong in the market.
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Ethan Tindall 10%Nigel Tinkler 11%662-90No signal18/1Generally performed with great credit last season, including a 6f Hamilton win in May off the same mark as today; never involved in either start this year but his stable's good recent form provides some hope.
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Sean Bowen 24%0P23-8No signal8/1Returned to form with two placed runs towards end of last season (2m7f/3m, good), and wasn't beaten far when eighth, behind Al Sayah, at Haydock (3m, good) this month; Sean Bowen rides here; can make presence felt.
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Luca Brillante14:35 Naas race 3 of 8Chris HayesD K Weld—No signal18/1No Nay Never filly; half-sister to winners Nation's Call (7.5f/1m inc Australia; RPR 96) and Man Of Worth (Australian 6f/1m); dam 7f/1m winner (inc 2yo/Group 3; 110); appealing pedigree; market can reveal expectations on debut.
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Lucky Signal17:17 Killarney race 8 of 8Mr H C SwanGordon Elliott8-No signal9/2Well beaten on debut at Leopardstown on heavy ground, albeit behind a smart winner; debut for a new yard and likely to do better.
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Gina ManganShaun Lycett067-No signal13/2Son of Teofilo who cut little ice in a trio of runs in 2025, seventh in 1m Lingfield maiden in September; lots more is needed on his return/handicap debut.
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Tristan DurrellDan Skelton3112-No signal8/14yo filly who gets weight all round; made it 2-3 over hurdles with a Listed juvenile win at Musselburgh (1m7f, good to soft) in January and she improved further when a close second at Sandown (2m, good) last month; open to further progress and she's a second plausible candidate for Dan Skelton.
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Brian Ellison 10%635926No signal7/1
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Harry SkeltonTom Weston—No signal4/1French-bred half-brother to 1m4f AQPS Flat and useful 2m1f-3m hurdle winner Hititi; dam 1m4f/1m5f AQPS Flat and 2m1f hurdle winner; a second runner for Tom Weston and he makes some appeal on pedigree; the booking of Harry Skelton catches the eye.
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Magico13:53 Killarney race 2 of 8Paul TownendW P Mullins—No signal13/8Three-time Flat winner for Marco Botti in Britain; purchased for 89,000gns in August; brings a Flat rating of 89 for his hurdling/stable debut; should be suited by this better ground and of obvious interest given trainer/rider combination.
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Ciaran GethingsAlastair Ralph/4113-No signal18/1Trained in Shropshire but has raced mainly in Scotland; followed two wins at Musselburgh (1m7f, good to soft) over the winter with creditable third of 15 at Ayr (2m, soft) three weeks ago; more needed off unchanged mark.
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Tom Marquand 16%Ian Williams 11%3136-4No signalSPRunner-up in this race last year and he scored off 1lb lower at Chester (5f, good) last July; never a threat on his reappearance at Lingfield (6f) last month but he pulled hard and this drop back in trip is a positive; usually comes from off the pace and has claims if he gets the breaks.
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William BuickCharlie Appleby1-1No signal13/8Hot favourite when winning with great authority in five-runner races for a maiden at Kempton (1m3f, AW; led 2f out) in December and novice event at Newmarket (1m2f, good; made all) in April, beating O'Brien and Gosden runners in the latter; Dubawi colt with speed on the dam's side but he's won over 1m3f already and has made a striking start to his career.
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Finley Marsh 14%Gary Brown 11%9-0608No signalSPLatest effort when eighth of 11 here (11.5f, good to firm) was comfortably his best for this yard but that still leaves him with work to do.
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Alan Doyle 11%Lisa Harrison 12%3P7-32No signal16/1Returned to form at Perth (2m4f, good to soft) on Wednesday, when he was reeled in after blasting off in front but kept on gamely for second; also suited by this C&D and a recent 2lb drop has now taken effect but he had a hard race at Perth and has become inconsistent.
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Miss Heidi PalinMiss Hannah Lewis0/211-No signal5/4Ex-Irish; has made a bright start in points for his current trainer, winning twice last month under Heidi Palin; races prominently and should give a good account.
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Tom MarquandWilliam Haggas21-1No signal11/4Went close on debut at Ascot (1m, soft) and beat notable rivals in a Newmarket maiden (1m, good) later in September; favourite for a valuable novice event at Newbury (1m2f, good) three weeks ago and battled his way to another narrow win, in a blanket finish but there's a good chance he will come on from that run and be suited by this longer trip (very much supported by pedigree); firmly in the mix.
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Caoilin QuinnNick Scholfield107U3-No signal11/1Won three times for the O'Neill's, including over C&D; ran his best race for current trainer when third of four finishers at Exeter (2m5f, good) last month when clouting the second-last; knocking on the door and should run well.
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Duran FentimanTim Easterby55800-No signal50/1
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Marjorie Daw17:30 Naas race 8 of 8Seamie HeffernanJoseph G Murphy41-84No signal16/1
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Tom Marquand 16%William Haggas 23%32-5No signal13/8Two promising runs as a juvenile, at 7f and about 1m, but they were on good to soft and soft ground and he may have been feeling the good to firm surface when hanging under pressure on his Leicester return; should be capable of much better; cheekpieces fitted.
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Ciaran GethingsKim Bailey & Mat Nicholls/3412-No signal13/2Irish point winner who comfortably accounted for a subsequent Grade 2 novice winner in maiden at Doncaster (2m5f, good to soft) in November; had wind surgery soon afterwards and came a satisfactory second of four in novice here (2m5f, good) on last month's return; the longer trip is an appealing option for this unexposed handicap debutant.
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Mehman15:10 Naas race 4 of 8Luke McAteerP J F Murphy232292No signal9/1Four-time AW winner, sole turf success came in 5f handicap (good) on this card in 2024 and he's just 1lb higher now; solid effort over 1m at Bellewstown latest (soft); should get a strong pace to aim at here and not discounted.
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Darragh KeenanJessica Macey-53366No signal22/1It's now 17 outings since his last success but he arrives on the back of a respectable sixth of 11 in 1m Newcastle handicap last month; easing in the weights and no forlorn hope.
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Tom Broughton(5)Alastair Ralph4/P45-No signal6/1Yet to be placed from seven runs but shapes as though this step up in trip will suit; has dropped another 4lb and should do better.
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Michael's Well15:45 Naas race 5 of 8Chris HayesEddie & Patrick Harty21-6No signal12/1Made 125,000gns at the breeeze-ups; second to Chicago Pope here on debut, went one better at Navan with odds-on Ocean's Breath only fourth; big drifter in market when poor at Cork on comeback, but capable of much better; has only encountered easy ground thus far.
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Philip Kirby 8%/4P-73No signal33/1Pulled up in point in March and safely held in two 2m Hexham novice hurdles for new stable this month; ought to be suited by the move back up in trip for this handicap debut, though, and remains unexposed under rules.
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Midnight Dusk15:45 Naas race 5 of 8Luke McAteer 8%Jack Foley 11%61-335No signal11/1Won 2yo AW maiden (6f) on debut for this yard in December; stayed on well for a 2l fifth of 14 on handicap debut at Naas latest (6f, good) in first-time cheekpieces (retained); eased 1lb and will be doing best work at the finish dropped back to 5f.
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Jack QuinlanBen Case4-No signal11/2Shaped with some promise at Market Rasen (2m, good to soft) in December but isn't sure to progress much in bumpers, being first foal of a 2m4f-3m hurdle winner for his owner.
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Midnight Our Fred16:45 Killarney race 7 of 8Alex Harvey 10%J P Flavin 5%2P447-No signal12/1Stays a lot farther and needs good ground; some good runs in defeat around Cheltenham and when second to Perceval Legallois in 2024 Paddy Power at Leopardstown; second off much lower hurdles mark in November, but moderate form since; reckon this track will be plenty sharp for him. -
Paul MulrennanK R Burke43No signal11/1550,000euros (breeze-up) 2yo; shaped with promise when fourth on Newcastle debut (1m, AW) in February but he failed to build on that when a remote third there (7f) the following month; still early days but he needs plenty of progress on this switch to turf.
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Mike Des Mottes17:17 Killarney race 8 of 8Mr B T Stone(7)Cian Collins4-No signal2/1French-bred posted a solid effort on debut at Leopardstown behind a subsequent Punchestown winner; that was in testing ground but if he handles this terrain as well should get involved with more to come.
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Minella Mate13:53 Killarney race 2 of 8Daniel KingJohn J Nallen/2315/No signal13/2Bumper winner in June 2023 added a Galway Flat maiden later that summer; lightly raced since but ran well on AW when runner-up on penultimate start; disappointed as favourite in sole hurdling start in 2023.
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Mint Man14:03 Naas race 2 of 8Ronan WhelanP J F Murphy488-78No signal11/2Course form figures of 1-2 over 6f, the win coming off 1lb higher last August; has won over 5f on AW; below best in two outings this season but could revive back at this venue.
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Mischievous Fun17:17 Killarney race 8 of 8Mr A P Ryan(5)Andrew Slattery0-No signal33/1Has a useful Flat pedigree but was beaten a long way in an Academy hurdle over Christmas and has to improve hugely; respected yard.
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Miss Doyenne16:10 Killarney race 6 of 8Mike O'ConnorHenry De Bromhead1/331-No signal4/1Was a point and bumper winner last year; seemed to get stuck in heavy ground at Punchestown on her second hurdle start in January; much better when winning at Down Royal last time over 2m4f; should go well on chase debut.
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Jack TudorChristian Williams—No signal25/1Out of a French 2m4f/2m7f cross-country chase winner; looks likely to be of more interest over obstacles and longer distances; hooded for debut.
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Mixed Feelings16:57 Naas race 7 of 8Dylan Browne McMonagleJoseph Patrick O'Brien3-1No signal9/4
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Finley MarshRichard Hughes4-1No signal7/2Shaped well on his 2yo debut and justified strong market support to win a Kempton maiden in February, in workmanlike fashion but he was well on top at the finish; moves into handicaps with considerable potential.
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Conor O'FarrellMicky Hammond3P/42-No signal10/1Won over hurdles in France (2m3f, heavy); some fair form since joining Micky Hammond and was a close second at Sedgefield in November (2m4f, soft) but hasn't run since.
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Monamie16:20 Naas race 6 of 8Leigh Roche 6%Paul W Flynn 9%—No signal66/1Eighth foal; Cotai Glory filly out of a Galileo mare who was a 1m4f winner for John Oxx; dam closely related to useful hurdle/chase winner Glenstal Abbey, half-sister to Group-placed 7f/1m winner Margay; potentially interesting in this grade on debut. -
Money Shuffler13:53 Killarney race 2 of 8Harry Sexton 4%W M Roper 3%70-No signal80/1
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Marco GhianiStuart Williams/1331-No signal11/1Second win for Stuart Williams when getting up on the line over 1m6f at Newmarket (good to firm) last August; not seen since, though, and possibly best watched racing short of 1m3f for the first time on her return.
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636-4No signal50/1Bumper and pretty useful hurdle winner, including at Haydock in the prestigious 2m Swinton 18 days ago when tongue tied for the first time; Flat career of just four races, latest when fourth of eight from the back when joint-favourite on Flat handicap debut at Southwell (1m6f, AW) in April; has more to offer in this sphere and is one to note.
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Callum PritchardJohn C McConnell67037-No signal28/1Inconsistent chaser who's saved his best for Cheltenham in 2025 and 2026, including a win (his only handicap success) in January 2025 and third at the Festival this March; both were over an extended 2m4f and he's shown his form only once from seven attempts under rules over 3m+; not the percentage call.
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Moonlit Sun16:20 Naas race 6 of 8Keithen Kennedy(5)Mrs John Harrington—No signal33/1Fifth foal; half-sister to winners Blue For You (7f/1m inc 2yo; RPR 109), Soaring Sun (1m4f AW; 78) and Forgetmenotblue (2m; 64); dam 8.4f/1m1f winner (82), closely related to HK 1m2f Group 1 winner Designs On Rome; had a spin in a barrier trial last summer; second-string for Harrington yard.
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Sean D BowenAdrian Wintle-49474No signal11/2Fair ex-Irish 1m1f winner; arrives in good nick for his current yard, fourth of ten in 1m Nottingham handicap three weeks ago; not dismissed from an easing mark.
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Joe LeavyRichard Hannon3338-0No signal8/1Close third in this in 2024 and he enhanced a good C&D record when winning last year's edition (good to firm) from this mark; placed on his next four starts and had a soft-ground excuse on final start that term; had wind surgery ahead of a quiet comeback at Newbury three weeks ago but no surprise if this day has been ringed in his calendar.
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Jonathon BewleyGeorge Bewley5P72P-No signal10/1Displayed huge improvement when 80-1 second in C&D (good) novice in October, her third start over hurdles; raced too freely and was pulled up after weakening quickly in handicap here (2m4f, good to soft) the following month but significant positives can sill be taken from that run; drops back in trip today, having had wind surgery; a possible if fully tuned up.
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211-00No signal40/1Produced form figures of 1211 once upped to 7f last term; has posted two duck eggs this season but raced further back than usual on reappearance and was unfavourably drawn in the Victoria Cup latest; may prove resurgent.
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Motta Alta16:20 Naas race 6 of 8Ronan WhelanJarlath P Fahey—No signal33/1Second foal; half-sister to 5f 2yo winner Aubergine (RPR 74); dam Italian 5f/6f winner (inc 2yo), half-sister to winners Thunderbear (5f Group 3) and Dancing Feet (useful 6f/7f), out of maiden half-sister to 1m4f Group 2 winner Move Up.
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Mountain Sky17:17 Killarney race 8 of 8Mr J L GleesonGerard Edmund O'Leary—No signal18/1First foal; dam Group-placed 1m2f winner (RPR 96), sister to 1m2f Group 2 winner Vancouverite, half-sister to 9.5f Group 2 UAE Derby winner Khawlah (dam of Derby winner Masar), from the family of Sea The Stars and Galileo; sold by Godolphin unraced for 40,000Gns last autumn; fine Flat pedigree and a top rider aboard; worth a market check.
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Alan Doyle 11%5655-3No signal12/1Yet to win in 37 runs Flat and jumps; beaten a long way in a non-handicap seller last time.
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Jack TudorJack Jones81736-No signal28/1Free-goer who was on a roll last autumn, winning three times; well held behind Star Of Guiting at Musselburgh on New Year's Day and couldn't land a blow behind Dance And Glance over C&D last month, but he should get plenty of cover in this big field and could outrun his likely odds.
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Mr Montauk13:33 Naas race 1 of 857No signal9/1With a top yard but has failed to fire in a pair of 5f maidens at Naas; beaten 12.5l when last of seven there on latest; others hold more pressing claims. -
Jason Hart 14%1820-7No signal13/2Runner-up off this mark at Ascot (1m, soft) last September in a competitive handicap; however, well beaten in the Cambridgeshire at Newmarket later that month (pulled hard) and there was no return to form on his reappearance at Lingfield a fortnight ago.
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Daniel Muscutt 14%James Fanshawe 18%562-42No signal15/2Has some potential but needs to settle better if he is to fulfill it
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Cam Hardie 6%Paul Midgley 11%4548-7No signal12/1Last summer's two wins came over 6f, the second of them off this mark; should come on for her recent return to action but others appeal more for win purposes.
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Danny McMenaminNicky Richards5844-No signal6/1Unexposed mare who shaped with promise when a running-on fourth in a Carlisle novice last time (2m1f, good to soft); improvement likely now going handicapping.
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Oisin MurphyJohn & Thady Gosden15117-No signal4/1Well-bred colt whose record of 3-6 overall and 2-3 in handicaps (7f) features a narrow win at Glorious Goodwood; hindered by traffic issues at same venue when last seen (effort best forgiven); cheekpieces worn that day are retained; beat Defence Minister by half a length at Sandown last July; still open to further progress and remains of strong interest.
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Joe Bradnam 6%Tony Carroll 13%462461No signal17/2
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Luke Morris 12%356064No signal18/1Won twice on the AW at Chelmsford in January over 7f; outpaced on his return to turf here (5f, good to firm) ten days ago until staying on well for fourth; back to a more suitable distance and not out of this.
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My Mary Ellen16:10 Killarney race 6 of 8Kevin Healy(7)Adrian MurrayP6/FP-No signal80/1Failed to win in four point starts and looks way out of her depth on rules bow with cheekpieces on.
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Derek Fox 13%4U94-PNo signal15/2Showed fair form in bumpers but she's yet to match that in this sphere, pulled up in 2m Hexham handicap 15 days ago; has something to prove now.
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Liam Wright(3) 14%George Scott 19%7No signal14/115,500gns late April foal, 20,000euros yearling; by Ardad; 22-1 and no real impact when seventh of nine at Leicester (5f, good to firm) on her debut a fortnight ago; goes up in trip for this second start.
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David AllanSteph Hollinshead002-51No signal13/2Likeable 5yo with a good (7-18) strike-rate; shaped well in Listed event at Doncaster on reappearance and dug deep to win conditions race at Thirsk (7f, good) next time; may not have reached his ceiling and is high on the list.
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William Carson 10%Tony Carroll 13%152361No signal6/1Finally got off the mark at Lingfield (1m2f, good) and has continued in good form in the main since, narrowly winning over this C&D (good to firm) last time; just 1lb higher today and he's high on the list.
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Oisin Orr 14%David O'Meara 13%313-3No signalSPWon soft-ground Hamilton maiden (8.3f) in the autumn and made quite pleasing seasonal/handicap debut when third in 0-75 contest at Doncaster (1m2f, good to firm) last month; ought to make her presence felt.
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David ProbertNeil Mulholland5337-6No signal14/1Useful filly for Eve Johnson Houghton, readily made all in Epsom maiden (7f, good; Assaranca 4l second) in July; transferred to Neil Mulholland (same owners) but it was a low-key start when last of six in conditions race at Kempton (1m, AW) on her comeback in March; needs to put that behind her on this handicap debut.
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Joe WilliamsonSamantha & Jacqueline CowardPP7/P-No signal100/1Smart on the Flat in his prime but struggled off lowly mark on stable/handicap hurdle debut in March (3m1f); may benefit from this steep drop back in trip but still has too much to prove.
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James DoyleJohn & Thady Gosden6511-1No signal5/2Ended 2025 firmly on the up with a pair of 1m handicap wins last October and improved again to complete the hat-trick in 1m2f Doncaster handicap (good to firm) on reappearance a fortnight ago; raised 8lb but there should be more to come; leading stable won this with a 4yo in the Strawbridge silks last season.
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Nakamura15:45 Naas race 5 of 8J. P. Murtagh 11%114-87No signal25/1Did plenty of racing at two; winner of two 6f nurseries on easy ground and ran well to take fourth in the Birdcatcher at Naas; a bit high in the ratings since then; needs to step up on the form of a recent Cork run. -
Callum RodriguezOwen Burrows92138-No signal18/1Won a fast-ground Salisbury novice over this trip for Kublers last summer; remote third in a soft-ground handicap and down the field in a Listed race on her final two outings last year; the betting is perhaps the best guide to expectations on return for new trainer (same owner).
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Gavin SheehanCharlie Longsdon—No signal4/120,000euros foal, 40,000euros 3yo; seventh foal; closely related to point winner Fortunate Soldier, half-brother to 2m4f hurdle winner Sporty Jim; dam 2m2f hurdle winner, closely related to useful bumper/2m-2m3f hurdle winner Royal Guardsman; in good hands and he needs watching in market on debut.
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Joshua Thompson(5)Adam Nicol51516-No signal9/1Three wins last season, the latest at Carlisle (2m1f, good to soft) in March; managed only sixth off today's mark last month (2m4f) but wasn't beaten far and may yet have more improvement to come; respected.
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Danny McMenaminChris Grant/4532-No signal10/31-15 over fences; clear of the rest when beaten 1.75l second at Sedgefield last time (2m, good); chance on that form.
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Oisin MurphyMartin Dunne4-5715No signal9/1Off the mark in a 6f handicap at Southwell last month; finished behind Dicko The Legend when fifth back at Southwell ten days ago; improvement essential but the booking of Oisin Murphy catches the eye.
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Night Chaperone17:17 Killarney race 8 of 8Mr B Doyle Murphy(7)Liz Doyle—No signal22/1Fourth foal; half-brother to bumper winner Will Wilde; dam fourth over 1m1f/1m3f in France, sister to point winner On Se Calme, half-sister to smart French/US 7.5f-8.5f winner Yorktown; cost Eur27,000 as a yearling; decent pedigree and could run well on debut.
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Charles Bishop 10%1No signal17/260,000gns yearling; Lucky Vega half-brother to five winners; got on top towards the finish in Ascot contest (6f, good) and looks a plausible Royal Ascot hope; respected.
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331608No signal80/1Not disgraced in the Victoria Cup last time but, generally speaking, is perhaps still on a difficult mark on turf; gained last three wins on Newcastle AW and has shown peak form there.
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Ben Jones 17%Faye Bramley 15%0761-0No signal28/1Off a reduced mark he won over 2m4f on good ground at Sandown and some interference didn't help matters when well beaten off this 5lb higher mark in the Swinton; still well treated on old form.
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Danny McMenaminNicky Richards36248-No signal15/2Veteran; has won on soft ground, but seems best on good ground; fair second over C&D in October (good) but has been beaten more than 30l on his two subsequent starts.
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Tom MarquandOli Rix21583-No signal9/2Consistent for William Haggas and he made all to land Leicester novice (1m2f, good to firm) in July; signed off for that yard with creditable third of 19 at York (10.5f, good; not clear run) off this mark in October; secured for 140,000gns a fortnight later and subsequently gelded; a player on stable debut/reappearance.
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North Shore13:22 Killarney race 1 of 8Keith DonoghueGavin Cromwell340F-No signal4/6One of two for trainer; 1m4f winner in France on debut (soft); highly tried in 2m juvenile hurdles last season, finishing 11l behind top prospect Narciso Has in a Leopardstown Grade 2 (yielding) and then Grade 1 (heavy); didn't appear to give true running in Triumph; fell three out at Fairyhouse last time; big player dropped to this level.
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Alistair RawlinsonMichael Appleby68000-No signal28/1
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Nouvel Espoir14:03 Naas race 2 of 8Gavin Ryan 8%48-002No signal12/1Three turf wins include one over C&D (yielding) off 5lb lower; sole win last year at Cork (5f, gd-yld) and was beaten just 0.5l off the same mark at Naas on latest (5f, good); raised 3lb for that and this is a deeper race.
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TBATim Easterby 11%0-4905No signal14/1
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O'Moore Park16:45 Killarney race 7 of 8Paul TownendW P Mullins05067-No signal5/2Point and hurdle winner is yet to score over fences but has lots of fine efforts to his name; only beaten 13l in the competitive Topham Chase at Aintree last time; this is a bit easier so has to be on the shortlist even though is unproven over this far.
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Oisin Orr 14%Edward Bethell 17%556-3No signal17/2Signs of ability in three Tapeta runs in the winter and came home nicely on her turf/handicap debut back from a break off this mark recently; entitled to have come on for that and this stiffer 5f should suit; one to consider.
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Rossa Ryan 18%Grace Harris 11%2-5213No signal3/1Just two wins from 30 starts but her last success was by 4l over C&D (firm) last month and she backed that up with a close third at Leicester (1m2f, good to firm); on same mark as last time and she should be in the thick of things again.
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Ocean Club13:33 Naas race 1 of 8Donagh O'ConnorRobson De Aguiar0No signal12/1Failed to fire on debut in the Brocklesby at Doncaster (5f, gd-sft) when a 14-1 shot; given a 42-day break since and returns with yard in flying form; by Persian Force so could improve plenty for this faster ground; not dismissed.
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Ocean's Breath15:45 Naas race 5 of 8Colin KeaneG M Lyons24-1No signal7/2Was still a bit weak physically when twice showing promise at Navan last year; odds-on for the second time when readily beating subsequent winner in AW maiden over 6f last month.
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Sam JamesGemma Tutty1129-0No signal11/1Down the field on his reappearance at Thirsk three weeks ago but last summer's form brings him right into the reckoning and he could take a step forward today.
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James DoyleWilliam Haggas4/149-No signal4/1Edged out St Leger runner-up Rahiebb in Haydock novice (11.6f, good) last spring; badly hampered when well-held fourth to Amiloc in a Listed race at Goodwood (1m3f) next time and not too hard to forgive a heavy defeat behind that same rival in the King Edward VII over C&D at the Royal meeting (good to firm); off since (gelded); a very interesting handicap newcomer, particularly if the betting speaks in his favour.
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Pierre-Louis JaminHarry Eustace31-No signal9/1Good start when third on AW here (7f) in November and didn't need to improve to beat 11 others returned to that C&D the following month; interesting to see blinkers go on for this handicap/turf debut but still of clear interest on his reappearance.
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Oisin OrrEdward Bethell6615-3No signal15/2Added to her Southwell novice win when landing a C&D handicap (good to soft) in October; well held in final run last season but she reappeared with a fair third at Wolverhampton last month; this is a deeper race but she's not ruled out back at this track.
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Osco Flyer13:22 Killarney race 1 of 8Danny Gilligan 12%Cian Collins 9%5No signal18/1Irish raider; shaped with a degree of promise when 28l fifth of 14 in a maiden hurdle at Killarney this month (2m1f, good to yielding; 16-1); should improve; one to consider. - P
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Callum BewleyDaragh Bourke7-No signal25/1Ex-Irish; maiden on the Flat and a well-beaten 40-1 shot at Perth (2m, good) on hurdles debut last month; improvement needed.
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Hector Crouch 18%Ralph Beckett 19%964-44No signal22/1
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Alec VoikhanskyKevin Frost-53553No signal9/2Four-time AW winner who is 0-29 on turf but he ran well to finish third over C&D (good; 100-30 favourite) three weeks ago; rallied well in that race and he should be in the thick of things again off only 1lb higher.
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Pass Me If You Can15:45 Naas race 5 of 8Wayne LordanMiss Natalia Lupini64-1No signal14/1Three AW runs at Dundalk over the winter; won well over 5f last time, and trainer never underestimated, but opening mark looks stiff.
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Paul's Dream15:00 Killarney race 4 of 8Danny Mullins 11%21F0-5No signal10/1Mostly reliable in the first half of last season; enjoyed a fine spell during which she notched two wins and two seconds; may show the benefit of a recent outing at Killarney. -
Mr Henry Bailey(7)Fred Timmis428P3-No signal12/1Ex-Henry de Bromhead; fair novice hurdler, but pulled up on only start over fences; fair third in a maiden point in April on stable debut; tongue-tie on; has a much stiffer task here.
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Daniel TudhopeDavid O'Meara78550-No signal28/1Record of 3-14 for James Owen, reaching a useful standard but proving rather difficult to place after the third success ruined his mark; sold for 52,000gns and gelded since last run; probably still too high in the weights for this level of competition.
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Perisher17:30 Naas race 8 of 8Dylan Browne McMonagleJoseph Patrick O'Brien253-31No signal13/8Consistent in defeat over 7f/1m before narrowly getting the better of a debuting stablemate over 1m at Gowran, finding plenty off the bridle for McDonogh who said post-race that the gelding might like 10 furlongs.
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Harry ReedTristan Davidson/975/3No signal7/1Won a Hamilton handicap for Stuart Coltherd in September (1m5f, good to soft); subsequently changed yards and promising third over 2m here on stable debut after a break last week (good); should improve on that but yet to prove he is as effective at this trip.
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Grace McEnteeMicky Fenton—No signal40/13,000 guineas yearling; Kameko filly; dam unraced half-sister to winners Kilmah (7f Group 3) and Tears Of The Sun (useful 1m-1m4f); the betting can prove an accurate indicator.
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Caoilin QuinnTom Symonds35/36-No signal13/2
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Phil's Dream14:03 Naas race 2 of 8Jessica Maye(7)John C McConnell/0-021No signal14/1Back to form the last twice at Wolverhampton over 5f, beaten a neck in a handicap off 46 then winning a class 6 classified stakes; 0-5 on turf though and yet to trouble the judge.
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Pierre Grosse17:30 Naas race 8 of 8Shane FoleyMrs John Harrington436-3No signal10/3Quietly fancied and seemed to improve for this trip when placed in Leopardstown handicap on his return, and that can be marked up because he was on the slower ground up the straight; most of the Harrington string are coming on for their first runs, too, so lots to like.
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Pillartou13:22 Killarney race 1 of 8Philip Donovan(3)Paul John GilliganP-No signal66/1
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Pinar Del Rio15:10 Naas race 4 of 8Ronan WhelanAlan McIntyre009-40No signal8/1Three-time winner on turf at 6f-6.5f with all three victories coming on soft or heavy ground; has gone well on good ground, however, including when beaten a neck in this race last year off 11lb higher; below best latest but may have needed that and he could go well at a price.
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Ned Fox(3)Tom Symonds22-No signal3/1Built on debut form (had wind surgery afterwards) when 1l second of 11 at Hereford (good ground; 3-1 joint-favourite) five weeks ago, leading from over 2f out until near the finish; that's the best form on offer and he should be in the thick of things again.
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Plushy14:03 Naas race 2 of 8Robert WheartyGavin Cromwell60-236No signal10/13yo is 0-9 overall (0-3 on turf) but has run well in defeat; placed on first two starts in 5f maidens last year at Bellewstown (good) and Cork (gd-fm); 1.5l behind Stone Bear at Dundalk in January and weighted to reverse that; sharper for latest run; interesting.
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Sam JamesK R Burke/922-2No signal4/17f specialist, a Group 2 winner in July 2024; below best when finding Myal just too strong in conditions event at Thirsk (7f, good; 15-8 favourite) on return; may build on that but he's 4lb worse off with that rival here.
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Polanco14:03 Naas race 2 of 8Wesley Joyce(3)P F O'Donnell080-No signal40/1No sign of winning potential in 7f-7.5f maidens last year; gelded in the off season; best watched on handicap debut and seasonal return.
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Saffie OsborneMartyn Meade95-11No signal13/2Complete turnaround on two modest turf runs when upped to about 1m on AW, well clear at Lingfield then winning with something to spare on handicap debut at Wolverhampton recently; up 6lb but she can rise further.
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Pollenca16:57 Naas race 7 of 8Andrew SlatteryAndrew Slattery410No signal25/1Won 7f Curragh maiden on heavy; 16s for 1m Group 3 back there on Moday, ran green and was blocked in her run when starting to stay on from rear in the last quarter-mile; quick turnaround but could go well.
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P J McDonaldEd Walker321227No signal40/1Campaigned on AW since December, proving consistent until coming up a tad short on finals day last time; has loads of Ascot form but three defeats in this race (finishing positions 074) suggest he can be opposed, especially now aged eight.
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Tyrese Cameron(5)Tony Carroll13109-No signal40/1Won three 1m handicaps (AW/good) last season but he ended his 5yo campaign with heavy defeats over C&D and at Chelmsford; has bit to prove after six months off and he doesn't have a great record when fresh.
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Portnahapple13:22 Killarney race 1 of 8Paul TownendW P Mullins—No signal13/8Runner-up in both Curragh maiden starts for Andy Oliver at 1m2f/1m4f on yielding/yielding to soft; gelded since and now makes hurdling debut for champion trainer; player.
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Sam HitchcottAdam Kirby89No signal40/1Well held in 5f Bath novice and maiden over C&D last month; she needs to take a major step forward.
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Poweracclaim14:03 Naas race 2 of 8Yudish Geerdharry(7)J P Murtagh3735-4No signal3/10-7 but capable of winning a race and made a pleasing return to action at Navan last month, running on for fourth after losing ground at the start (upset in stalls); thereabouts if gets away better here.
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Pride Of Place16:45 Killarney race 7 of 8Charlie O'Dwyer(5)E Bolger19998-No signal14/1Won over fences at Tipperary and Listowel up to 3m last year; struggled off higher marks in softer ground after but could do better back on a sound surface.
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Benoit De La SayetteHarry Eustace5345-0No signal9/2Acts on good to firm and heavy ground; won off 1lb higher at Goodwood (1m) last July but has mixed record since and was beaten 11l in the Spring Mile on his reappearance in March; this is a big drop back in grade but he's now 1-11 in handicaps and others are more convincing.
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David ProbertAndrew Balding41-1No signal6/1Sister to 2022 Derby second Hoo Ya Mal; made an eye-catching debut (good to soft) before her novice win at Kempton (1m, AW) later in October; 4-7 for another novice here (1m4f, AW) last month and easily dismissed her only three rivals in slowly run race; faces radically different opposition today and returns to turf but she's promising, for sure.
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Miss Pippa Brown(5)A C Wilson/P53-3No signal40/1Ex-Irish; third in a maiden hunter chase in January 2024 (2m5f, heavy); didn't show much in two chases for new yard in the winter, nor in two points in April; others stronger.
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Pure Logic13:53 Killarney race 2 of 8Donagh MeylerJohn Joseph Hanlon242/3-No signal9/1Consistent placed form in bumpers, and took second on hurdling debut at Ballinrobe last year (2m1f, good); a bit below that when last seen at Taunton in November; should run her race but likely to find a few too good.
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Liam Wright(3) 14%546900No signal40/1Is 0-17 and she beat just one home in 1m4f classified event at Lingfield last time
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George DowningEd Walker7-3No signal7/1Half-brother to two useful winners at 1m; made a low-key start at Wolverhampton (8.6f) in November but he returned after a break with a front-running third here (1m2f, good) last month; that was a promising effort and he's respected on this drop back in trip.
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Jamie Spencer 12%David Simcock 14%/233-4No signal9/1Lightly raced maiden; good handicap debut over 1m2f on AW in December; tricky again
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John FahyRichard Hannon25No signal9/1
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Queenofthelodge14:25 Killarney race 3 of 8S Curling 11%P157-4No signal18/1Progressive in handicaps last year; gained third win in 2m4f Clonmel mares' event in October; has been found wanting in conditions races since; may have needed recent Killarney run. -
Hector Crouch 18%Ian Williams 11%-46417No signal6/1Off the mark at the seventh attempt with an improved performance at Wolverhampton (8.6f, AW) in March; did it nicely on that occasion but he was soundly beaten in mid-division at Kempton (1m, AW) on Wednesday. - R
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Robbie Downey 13%Roger Varian 20%—No signalSP25,000gns foal; 135,000euros yearling; half-brother to winners Texas Starlight (7f AW 2yo; RPR 87), Al Alaali (French 1m1f) and First Smiling (German 1m3f); dam French 10.5f winner, half-sister to 1m4f Listed winner Barsanti; already gelded; market informative on debut.
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Sean Quinlan 15%/3P8-2No signal16/1Ex-Irish; modest form in points and well beaten in a bumper; hard to gauge what she actually achieved when a 17l second to a long odds-on favourite over 2m here 10 days ago; bred to be suited by this longer distance but more likely needed in this company.
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James DoyleJames Owen4113-6No signal5/1Progressive in 2025, coming right away for a 1m Redcar win on yard debut before following up on Kempton AW (7f); races freely and saw too much daylight at Newmarket (1m, good) in October but, hanging on well for third, she lost nothing in defeat; up against it in a Listed AW race at Kempton in March but it was a good return; has another handicap in her.
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Rhys ClutterbuckGary & Josh Moore1222-0No signal22/1Not without his quirks but he has plenty of ability for one of his rating and everything clicked in a Class 6 handicap at Salisbury last June (6f, good to firm); three second placings followed and he should be sharper with last week's return to action under his belt; the start will remain a concern but he is not discounted back at 6f.
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Ragmans Corner15:00 Killarney race 4 of 8Jack Kearney 9%Gerard Keane 9%13330-No signal6/1Record of 1-9 on Flat with the win coming at Navan last June (1m6f, good) off 73; good hurdler and added a fourth win in that sphere at Killarney last time; not discounted. -
Shane Foley 11%44-216No signal17/2Lightly-raced filly from a top yard; responded well for pressure to win her maiden over C&D but lacked the gears to land a blow when upped to 6f at Naas (handicap debut); could be given another chance back here. -
The Rebel County15:35 Killarney race 5 of 8Donagh MeylerG AhernP5677-No signal40/1Hunter chase winner at Tipperary last year has been soundly beaten over hurdles and fences lately and has lots to find in this company.
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Saffie Osborne 14%3356-4No signal11/110yo who's 2-55, with last win in 2022; well handicapped on some 1m6f form last term and probably needed recent run, but whether he can be competitive at this trip nowadays remains to be seen.
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Freddie Keighley(5)Martin Keighley2345-1No signal4/1Two good runs behind subsequent winners at Hereford and Catterick (both 3m1f, good) in late 2025; always struggling over an inadequate 1m7f at Wincanton (no headgear; cheekpieces return) in April and perhaps fortunate to get dropped 2lb; fair chance of another win.
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Redwood Queen14:25 Killarney race 3 of 8Cian Collins 9%28U3-PNo signal20/1Has failed to distinguish herself since the controversy generated by her rider's unseat at the last in this race; travelled powerfully into the straight then and was well in command; out of her depth in a Listed race at Killarney last time; previously only a moderate third at Tramore, but in front of Oh So Charming and Hasten Slowly, with War Correspondent pulled up. -
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Ribble Emperor15:10 Naas race 4 of 8322-90No signal20/1Has placed form here but he's now 0-8 and exposed; unlikely to be winning this. -
River Ara16:57 Naas race 7 of 8Ronan WhelanA P O'Brien6231-0No signal6/1
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Robbie Diamonds17:17 Killarney race 8 of 8Alan O'Sullivan(7)P A Fahy0-No signal20/1Did too much from the front when beaten 36l in a Punchestown bumper; has to settle better.
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Rodeo Blues16:20 Naas race 6 of 8Dylan Browne McMonagleJoseph Patrick O'Brien09No signal33/1Big prices and well held so far; turned out again promptly to get a mark.
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Liam HarrisonDavid Brace23-No signal9/1Runner-up in a point in March; beaten 18l on his rules debut when third of seven at Taunton (2m, good) last month and needs to show more.
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William BuickCharlie Appleby1-1No signal13/8Sister to winners including Yibir (7f-2m including US Grade 1; RPR 123) and Wild Illusion (1m/1m2f including Group 1, also Oaks second; 116); 10-11 when getting the better of a pretty useful rival at Newmarket (1m, good) last September, preceding another novice win at much shorter odds in good style for six-runner race at Kempton (1m3f, AW) one month ago; lots of potential.
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Daniel Tudhope 18%William Haggas 23%32No signal6/1180,000gns yearling; clear of the rest when pushing the long odds-on favourite close at Nottingham (1m, good) and could easily win this en route to some good handicaps.
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Paddy BradleyCharlie Fellowes—No signal10/1160,000gns yearling; by Frankel out of 4.5f-1m winner (including 2yo/Australian Group 1; RPR 110); yard's 2yo runners this term feature a couple of debut scorers (SPs 5-1 and 18-1); reasonably interesting.
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Saffie OsborneJames Fanshawe683-31No signal9/2Big step forward when making a winning handicap debut at Yarmouth (1m2f, good to firm) in a first-time hood (retained) 18 days ago, edging out a next-time-out winner with the pair 3.5l clear; a 6lb rise may not stop her with further progress likely.
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Royad13:53 Killarney race 2 of 8Aidan Kelly(3)Mrs Y Dunleavy0-No signal80/1Winner of a French AW Flat race in 2024 before being purchaed for 41,000euros; well beaten in sole hurdles start in July (2m, good); 306-day layoff to overcome.
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Royal Alliance13:22 Killarney race 1 of 8John ShinnickMaurice Andrew Ahern—No signal66/1AW winner for George Boughey in 2024; no positive Flat form since joining this yard; goes hurdling now.
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Royal Hollow14:25 Killarney race 3 of 8Cian QuirkeAndrew Slattery00121-No signal3/1Flat winner has landed three hurdle races, the latest of which came at Gowran in October in a conditions event (2m1f, soft); proved her health when winning her chasing debut at Clonmel last month; a small bit to find on ratings but by no means dismissed.
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William BuickWilliam Knight1815-1No signal15/8Progressive mare who scored for the eighth time when beating 18-runner field at Newmarket (7f, good) at last month's Craven meeting; might need some luck in running if the field gravitates to the stands' side but thoroughly deserves this first crack at a Pattern race, with the ceiling of her ability probably yet to be reached.
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Jason WatsonMichael Appleby871-04No signal40/1Ties in with Golden Mind on Musselburgh running but the pair of them are facing a stiffer assignment in this major prize; remains useful on turf but a lower mark in this sphere reflects that his peak form, namely dual Listed honours, has been shown on AW.
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Nicola CurrieAndrew Balding35-4No signal6/1Isn't going to be up to justifying her Oaks entry but it suggests her top yard thinks a bit of her and she has to be of interest setting out in handicaps from a mark in the mid-70s.
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Benjamin Macey(5)Seamus Mullins1-No signal11/2Clearcut winner on debut at Huntingdon (good ground; 11-2) five weeks ago; will need some improvement to defy a penalty but it's certainly possible and his stable remains in good form.
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Jonathan Portman 13%1531-1No signal9/4Course winner (2m) who bids a for hat-trick after wins at Ffos Las (2m, heavy) last September (by 12l) and on her Nottingham return under Donagh Murphy (1m6f, good) 17 days ago; only 2lb higher and much respected.
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TBAJames Owen 18%7No signal9/1Has fair standard to aim at on debut and she could be a longer-term prospect
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William PyleDavid & Nicola Barron6-2533No signal11/2Ten-race maiden but he's been placed in three of his four runs this year including when a 4l third behind two major improvers at Ripon (1m, good to soft) last month; 1lb lower here and he should be in the mix again.
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Sainte Lucie14:25 Killarney race 3 of 8Paul TownendW P Mullins/0071-No signal6/4Back to life when seventh in the Martin Pipe (2m5f, soft) at Cheltenham after not getting the clearest run and built on that to win by 3.25l at Cork (2m3f, yielding) under a claimer; Townend takes over now and she looks like a mare on an upward curve having disappointed earlier in her career.
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Daniel MuscuttJames Fanshawe2326-1No signal11/4
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Cieren FallonDan Skelton76-72No signal9/2Unplaced over 6f/7f first three starts but he fared much better upped to 1m4f when short-headed at Kempton six weeks ago; should be just as effective on turf and may still have untapped potential.
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Sandor Clegane15:35 Killarney race 5 of 8Sean O'KeeffePaul Nolan76001-No signal11/4Useful sort at his best and has run well in defeat in Grade 1 company over hurdles and fences; finally got off the mark over fences at Down Royal last time over 2m4f; this trip will suit better; a big player.
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Santorini Storm13:33 Naas race 1 of 8Seamie HeffernanJ P Murtagh76No signal50/1Soundly beaten in 5f maidens at the Curragh (sft-hvy) and at Cork (soft); not easy to make a case for on the back of those tame efforts.
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Sean QuinlanLizzie QuinlanP88PP-No signal22/1Ex-Olly Murphy; well handicapped on his hurdles form, but hasn't shown much in three runs over fences; pulled up over hurdles on first run back after wind surgery last time; hard to fancy.
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Danny McMenaminNicky Richards3/231-No signal4/1Lightly raced; second hurdles win at Doncaster in March (second run at 2m5f, good to soft); stiffer task on this 7lb higher mark but a chance.
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Saffie OsborneOwen Burrows1-4No signal10/3Had plenty to do turning for home but picked up well to make a winning debut at Wolverhampton (8.5f, AW) in December; bettered that form when fourth under a penalty in a stronger race at Southwell (1m) four months later; his pedigree suggests he should benefit from this longer trip on handicap and turf debut; likely improver.
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Dylan JohnstonJoe Tickle745P3-No signal11/1Two more chase wins in 2025, the latest at Windsor (3m, good to soft; suited by good) in November; often battled with unsuitable ground over the winter but 4lb lower than at Windsor so has a weights chance.
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Conor O'Farrell 12%Ewan Whillans 11%3331-2No signal11/4Gained a first win for two years at Sedgefield (2m1f) in April and backed it up with a good second of nine in 2m Hexham handicap 15 days ago when set a lot to do; this veteran is not taken lightly eased 1lb.
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Screaming Eagle13:53 Killarney race 2 of 8Harry Sexton 4%A. J. Martin 7%0/8-No signal40/1Regressed on the Flat in Britain (rated 70 now); unfancied when twice well held over hurdles a year ago.
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Jack Callan(3)Kevin Ryan6No signal6/1Sent off 7-2 but very green when a never-dangerous sixth of eight in novice at Pontefract (5f, good) 18 days ago, running on late; this son of Naval Crown looks the sort to do a fair bit better now; not without interest.
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Leah Noreci 7%James Moffatt 13%41P9-0No signal50/1Has plenty of form around here over hurdles and fences, and very nearly won this race 12 months ago off 1lb higher (under Charlotte Jones); ran surprisingly well when 125-1 for a Class 2 at Haydock last time; in the mix.
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Dale SwiftSeb Spencer3716-No signal33/1Made all in an Ayr novice (1m, good to soft) in September, his third start, and that form has worked out; fluffed his lines when favourite for a 1m2f nursery at Nottingham one month later; has left Adrian Keatley and makes his stable/seasonal debut in a competitive race; not fully exposed and it will be interesting to see if his backers return.
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Miss Venetia Thompson(7)Miss V Thompson44321-No signal25/1Exposed; plenty of fair form in points, winning on three occasions, the latest at Charm Park last month (3m, good); didn't show a great deal on two previous attempts chasing, but has an each-way chance.
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Selwyn14:35 Naas race 3 of 8Colin KeaneG M Lyons—No signal6/1Sioux Nation colt; 87,000gns foal, 150,000gns yearling; brother to 1m/1m1f winner Lakota Seven (inc 2yo/Singapore; RPR 96), closely related to 7f AW winner No Nay Data (77), half-brother to 6f AW winner Hello Goodbye (81); dam unraced; respected source and appeal on paper; market best guide.
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Serendipia16:20 Naas race 6 of 8W J LeeW McCreery6No signal11/1Seventh foal of trainer's Matron Stakes winner Fiesolana (116); half-sister to winners Up Helly Aa (8.5f-1m7f inc Listed; RPR 107), Earendel (French 10.5f; 91) and Innervisions (French 7f/7.5f); sent off 18-1, travelled nicely to the straight before getting tired when beaten 11l over 1m2f at Leopardstown; shorter trip may suit better and should take a nice step forward.
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Rob Hornby 11%Mike Murphy 12%5-4500No signal80/1Not particularly solid on his 7f/1m form for a few yards since leaving Ballydoyle; chance largely depends on the effects of new trip and first-time tongue-tie.
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Jack MitchellJames Horton1109-3No signal11/1Pair of 1m2f novice wins on good to firm at the start of last summer; disappointed in handicaps on final two starts last year but got his career back on track when third of nine in 1m4f Kempton handicap on reappearance 33 days ago; subsequently gelded; surprise if he's reached his limit after six starts.
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Charles BishopTony Carroll162638No signal20/1Chance on this winter's AW best but he failed to fire back on turf at Goodwood last week (5f); return to 6f can help but others are stronger.
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Theo GillardDonald McCain51721-No signal11/1Regular winner, including of ten-runner C&D race (good) last month when he travelled up smoothly to lead two out before answering some serious questions; raised another 5lb but highly respected after that career best.
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Philip Armson(3)Alan King6-No signal12/1Originally cost 425,000gns as a yearling; finished well behind stablemate Aribidia when sixth of 11 at Warwick (9-1) six weeks ago, racing freely despite the hood (now left off); needs a big leap forward.
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Seventy Eight Team16:10 Killarney race 6 of 8Jack G Gilligan(5)Paul John GilliganP245P-No signal80/1Maiden in all disciplines is rated just 83 over fences so has a mountain to climb in this company.
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Edward GreatrexIan Williams-31201No signal12/1Low-mileage 4yo who is 2-5, all at about 1m on AW/turf, this year for new stable; prevailed at Epsom (good) returned to this sphere most recently, despite taking a good hold; may settle better and show further progress in this big-field scenario over a stiff 7f; not ruled out.
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Jason Watson 13%Charlie Wallis 10%152226No signal11/2Three wins in the winter, including over C&D, and he has continued to run well off his revised mark; drawn wide on turf last time and usually gives his running round here, so holds each-way claims.
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Lewis Stones(3)Olly Murphy17/81/No signal28/1Won a 3m handicap hurdle on soft ground at Carlisle in December 2024 but hasn't been out since; looks his stable's second string.
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Shanbally Kid16:45 Killarney race 7 of 8Brian HayesW P Mullins0P4PU-No signal10/1Bumper and hurdle winner won a valuable chase at Punchestown last year over just short of 4m; not as good off higher marks since and unseated there last time; looks the yard's second-string on jockey bookings.
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Jack Nicholls(5)Denis Coakley478-52No signal15/2Back from five months off in good form, set a lot to do and nearest at the finish when second of 14 in 1m Bath handicap last month; she can go well again.
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She's A Gift14:03 Naas race 2 of 8Chris HayesJohn C McConnell70-457No signal40/10-14 and yet to finish in the first three; best effort a 2l fourth of 14 at Dundalk (5f) in January off 40; hiked up 10lb for 6l seventh in Dundalk maiden latest; hard to fancy.
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David Egan 14%361-10No signal11/1Record of 3-5 on AW includes two stylish wins over 7f at Southwell for new yard; unfavourable draw played a part in him failing to transfer the form back to turf in the Victoria Cup when admittedly taking record in this sphere to 0-6.
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The Short Go16:45 Killarney race 7 of 8Mike O'ConnorHenry De BromheadP/430-No signal6/1Won a maiden hurdle here in 2023 and is 1-10 over fences; hasn't had much racing in the last two years but ran two fine races in valuable Cheltenham handicaps last winter; not as good after wind surgery in the Ultima handicap last time; player if at best.
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Jason WatsonDaniel & Claire Kubler11637-No signal50/1The winner of eight of his 22 starts, the latest success coming at Kempton (1m4f) off a 2lb lower mark; ended 2025 with a couple of lesser runs and might be best watched on return.
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Gavin SheehanKaty Price70032-No signal10/3Has shown improvement since stepping up in trip and switching to handicaps, latest when runner-up at Fakenham (2m7f, good) last month; should go close here.
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Rose Dawes(5)Jack Channon113311No signal11/2The winner of four of his six handicap runs since fitted with a visor, including two impressive front-running displays since returned to turf (1m; good to soft and good to firm); 5lb higher in a stronger race but he cannot be passed over at all lightly, such has been his progress.
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Hollie Doyle 14%Andrew Balding 18%3231No signal7/2Made debut in February; advanced his RPR on all three starts in maiden/novice events and made a winning handicap debut at Ascot (1m2f, good to firm) last Saturday; that was just a five-runner race and he is 9lb higher today, including 4lb out of the handicap, but the win came in pretty taking style.
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Six Wings16:20 Naas race 6 of 8Paul W Flynn 9%0No signal66/1Always at the back when 100-1 chance first time out in a 1m maiden at Naas nine days ago -
Bryan CarverLaura Horsfall623-No signal18/1Showed ability when second to a good one in Irish point at the start of the year and offered something to work on in a hood (retained) when third of 12 in Hereford bumper (good) on stable debut three weeks ago; might have a say on his introduction to hurdles.
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Jack Nicholls(5)Clive Cox4No signal11/815-8, encouraging debut fourth of 12 in C&D maiden (good to firm) two weeks ago, leading long way; this son of A'ali seems sure to improve.
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Smallcraftwarning16:45 Killarney race 7 of 8Daniel King 10%224P-8No signal14/1Won at Killarney last July off 12lb lower; respectable run in Cork National (3m4f, gd-yld) off 106 (3lb wrong) last November; pulled up back there three weeks later; out of depth in Killarney National on return from break latest; these are calmer waters and could rebound. -
Charlie Maggs(3)Rebecca Menzies45851-No signal11/2Seemed to benefit from combination of drop back in trip and first-time cheekpieces when finishing well to snatch victory over C&D (good to soft) last month; her overall profile remains unconvincing but she's effectively only 1lb higher today and features prominently in calculations.
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Snowballs14:03 Naas race 2 of 8Leigh Roche 6%W. McCreery 9%97-787No signal40/1Maiden is 0-5 on turf and yet to trouble the judge; beaten 4l when seventh of 16 in first-time blinkers (retained) at Naas on latest; eased 3lb; needs more and soft ground would be a query. -
Kieran ShoemarkEd Walker135-06No signal25/1Campaigned mostly over 6f, winning four times for previous yard; 2-5 on grass; mixed results on AW for new stable; ran respectably in sole 7f attempt but chance of landing this hot handicap partly depends on the effects of first-time headgear.
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Lorcan WilliamsJonjo & A J O'Neill15-No signal9/1Attracted plenty of support when winning a Haydock bumper (good) one year ago; subsequently changed hands for £100,000 but weakened on stable/hurdling debut at Newcastle (2m1f, good to soft) in January; disappointing if he's not capable of better.
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Grace Harris 11%27-465No signal7/1C&D (good to soft) winner in August 2024 who won at Lingfield (good to firm) and Ffos Las (again 5f, good) last year; couldn't repeat his win in that Lingfield event 12 days ago and this looks a warmer race than the ones he regularly contests; still not dismissed.
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Society Gent17:17 Killarney race 8 of 8Mr O T Gilligan(7)Paul John Gilligan—No signal33/1Third foal; dam unraced half-sister to winners incl' Minella Awards (smart 2m4f-3m1f hurdle/chase) and Montys Meadow (useful bumper/2m hurdle/2m4f chase); made Eur8,500 as a foal but only Eur5,000 as a 3yo; likely to improve from this debut run.
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James BowenJohn David Riches—No signal28/1Cost 1,000gns as a 3yo; Ribchester half-brother to 1m4f winner Kate The Cook, out of a 1m2f/1m6f winner; rare runner in this sphere for mainly Flat yard; fitted with hood for debut.
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Sommelier15:10 Naas race 4 of 800-048No signal16/1Dual AW winner; dangerously well-handicapped on best form for Marco Botti; signs of revival last two starts; ran better than the bare result on latest when drawn on the wrong side at Naas; eased another 3lb and the drop back to 5f is a plus; go well.
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Sean Kirrane 11%Tim Easterby 11%67-229No signal11/20-16 since 2yo win but runner-up on both starts for this yard and he's on the shortlist
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Daniel TudhopeS Woods6211-2No signal10/1Limited action so far but she ended 2025 in fine fettle, finding plenty to win a 7f Leicester novice (good) and was not at all hard pressed to win on handicap debut at Newcastle (1m, AW); useful comeback run when runner-up on Southwell AW in April and should come on for the outing; further improvement likely.
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Sovereign Cry15:45 Naas race 5 of 8021-0No signal13/2Progressive profile here last season, beating an 82-rated filly the final time; the glaring concern is his recent heavy defeat at Naas. -
Sparan Nua16:20 Naas race 6 of 8J S Bolger 7%1No signal28/1Made a good first impression when winning a 1m maiden at Naas 11 days ago at the main expense of the once-raced favourite; sent off at 25-1, although trainer remarked that she has been showing plenty at home; appeals as a filly who could progress to Pattern level with experience. -
Sporting Hero15:10 Naas race 4 of 8Jamie Orr 12%William Durkan 13%410610No signal9/1Won for a first time on turf at Navan (5f) but then finished last at Naas; loves it around here but stall 11 looks troublesome. -
Nico de BoinvilleNicky Henderson—No signal4/127,500euros 3yo; half-brother to French 2m2f hurdle winner Atacama Du Mazet; dam maiden half-sister to winners Askar Tau (2m/2m2f Group 2) and Arango (Group placed 1m2f/1m3f), out of German 1m-1m2f Listed winner; yard does well (19%) in bumpers; one of the more likely newcomers.
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Paul Mulrennan 14%Clive Cox 17%9308-0No signal66/1Lightly raced 4yo whose reduced mark appeals on form as recent as last June, but he was disappointing on his final two starts last season and (following wind/gelding operations) it was the same story on his recent return.
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Theo GillardEwan Whillans11P58-No signal18/1Won twice at Musselburgh (1m7f, good to soft) in the winter and has had excuses since, making late headway after a slow start when eighth of 21 at Aintree four weeks ago; probably in much better heart than recent form-figures suggest, and he's an interesting each-way proposition.
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James SullivanRuth Carr26-953No signal10/1A dual 1m2f scorer in 2025; back to form when third of nine in 1m Pontefract handicap ten days ago so ought to be thereabouts eased 1lb.
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Joanne Foster 13%2PP7-4No signalSPClose second over fences at Catterick in January (1m7f, good) but mainly poor efforts since, the latest in a selling hurdle.
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Stone Bear14:03 Naas race 2 of 8Siobhan Rutledge(3)Ross O'Sullivan75-171No signal6/13yo; minor promise in turf maidens; progressive on AW, winning two of last three, both at 6f; has gone up a total of 15lb for those two wins; 5f should be fine, as should good ground; go well.
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Cameron IlesBrian Rothwell54PP-PNo signal125/1Modest form over jumps so far and has been pulled up on last three chase starts; can only watch from 9lb out of the weights.
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Clifford LeeJames Tate1321-6No signal12/1Lightly raced 4yo who has a largely solid record and is 2-4 on turf; gelded prior to respectable effort in big field at Newmarket on seasonal debut, taking form figures since upped to 7f to 216; may still have more to offer; big run looks plausible.
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Stormalong16:10 Killarney race 6 of 8John ShinnickDavid Kenneth Budds4444B-No signal10/1Her three hurdle wins includes a Listed hurdle at this meeting last year; hasn't matched that form in five starts over fences yet but is capable of better and returning to this track may help.
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Straightenyourhand13:22 Killarney race 1 of 8Alan O'Sullivan(7)W J Burke—No signal66/1
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Andrew Mullen 10%Nigel Tinkler 11%56809No signal28/1Fair effort when close fifth in a Newcastle novice on debut in January (6f); hasn't progressed (tried over 5f on reappearance) and cheekpieces now tried.
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Strong Contender13:53 Killarney race 2 of 8J J SlevinNorman Lee3F0-No signal100/1Has it all to do on basis of opening three maiden hurdle runs.
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Billy Loughnane 18%Mark Loughnane 10%-83734No signal16/10-9 since debut win at Salisbury in July 2024 and untested at 1m2f, but he's dropped down the weights and was a very close fourth here (1m, good to firm) last time; could be in the mix if seeing out the trip.
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Sun Goddess13:33 Naas race 1 of 8Ryan Moore 24%Aidan O'Brien 22%2No signal11/2Sioux Nation filly cost 120,000GBP as a yearling; forced a dead heat for second on debut at Naas (good) when finishing powerfully over 5f, just a head behind better fancied stablemate; this step up in trip is likely to suit and she looks like a big player. -
David ProbertStuart Williams11764-No signal20/1Progressive novice (6f, AW) and dual handicap winner (7f, good and soft) who signed off for Rae Guest with solid fourth of ten in Listed event on AW here (1m) in November; can likely do better again with just eight starts behind her; stable debut.
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Susan Corbett 10%55U4-2No signal14/1Failed to build on an encouraging return over fences in November, but latest effort over hurdles following a break was a good step forward when a close second over C&D ten days ago; nudged up 3lb for that and yet to win in handicap company, which suggests she possibly remains on a tough enough mark.
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Mr Thomas Easterby(5)Mrs C A Coward2/112-No signal12/1Has won three of his ten starts pointing, the latest by 14l in March; suited by good/faster ground, tongue-tie tried and an each-way chance.
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James Owen 18%-32726No signal6/1His last win was 13 months ago but he's run two promising races for James Owen this spring and was beaten less than 2l when sixth at Leicester (1m, good to firm; 9-2) last time; remains well handicapped on his old form and he shouldn't be far away.
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Supreme Gift16:45 Killarney race 7 of 8G B Noonan 9%E McNamara 10%/85P-4No signal28/1134-rated hurdler; 1-8 in chases and rated 23lb lower in this sphere but hasn't yet been able to exploit that lower rating in four handicap chase runs for this yard; a bit better in the Killarney National (3m2f, gd-yld) on latest and this is easier; rain fine and can't discount if builds on that for local yard. -
Finley Marsh 14%Michael Bell 13%5No signal14/1April foal by Minzaal; 50,000euros yearling; 33-1 and she got the message late on when beaten just over 2l at Nottingham (6f, good) a fortnight ago; likely improver.
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William Pyle 9%David Loughnane 12%-86162No signal7/1Battled well for narrow win at Nottingham (8.3f, good) last month and probably bettered that performance when very close second at Leicester (1m, good to firm) nine days ago; respected in current form.
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Freddie MitchellPolly GundryP3133-No signal10/3Went chasing late in her career but she's making a good fist of it and was going best from some way out when winning at Exeter (3m, good) in March; no blame attached for defeat next time and she didn't appreciate the 3m2f trip at Fontwell recently; a sharp 3m should suit; close up.
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Olivia Tubb 12%Jonathan Portman 13%557-21No signal4/1Might not improve for comeback second (8.5f) but this trip is more suitable; each-way shot
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David ProbertStuart Williams00820-No signal20/1Patchy form for David O'Meara last term but won in June (good to firm; first-time hood) and ran a corker when third of 21 in valuable Ascot handicap (good) in July; back in form when slightly unlucky second at Newcastle (also 7f, AW) in October and sold for 40,000gns later that month; hood (absent when disappointing on final start) missing again; tongue tied for stable debut and warrants a market check.
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Jonathan Burke 15%James Owen 18%—No signal9/4Odds-on winner over nearly 1m4f at Yarmouth (good) last month and ran okay on faster ground at Leicester (both runs in a visor); he's been found a very winnable race for his hurdle debut.
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Tahcawin15:45 Naas race 5 of 8G. F. Carroll 10%Joseph G Murphy 11%610-52No signal8/1
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Sean BowenOlly Murphy7/122-No signal1/10Irish point winner in November (3m, yielding to soft; second has won since); runner-up on both starts over hurdles, on first occasion beaten a neck at Wincanton (1m7f, good to soft) by one who was second in a Punchestown handicap last week; beaten at 2-13 at Carlisle last time (2m4f, good to soft); the one to beat despite that reverse.
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Gavin SheehanOlly Murphy13-No signal11/8Won 11-runner Irish 4yo point in October on sole start in that sphere; backed into odds-on when only third of eight in Newton Abbot bumper (good) last month; that still represents the best bumper form in this field and he's respected on hurdles debut.
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Andrew Mullen 10%Charlie Johnston 13%425318No signal9/2Some good form this spring prior to winning at Musselburgh (7f, good) last month; flopped at Leicester (7f, good to firm) 11 days ago but he shouldn't be written off today.
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Telegram Sam17:17 Killarney race 8 of 8Adrian Murray 14%P-No signal40/1E11,000 F, E15,500 Y; fourth foal; dam unraced sister to smart 2m-2m4f hurdle/chase winner Tumbling Dice, out of unraced half-sister to top-class chaser Remittance Man; pulled up in a point on testing ground in March -
Harry Skelton 26%Dan Skelton 22%5/30-8No signal9/4Both wins came at Huntingdon when trained by Ben Pauling; made his stable debut in the County Hurdle at the Cheltenham Festival, when not beaten far, and he wasn't disgraced when hooded and held up out the back in the Swinton at Haydock (favourite) two weeks ago; this will feel like a drop in the ocean in comparison and, although turned over at a short price last October in his only chase, he should make light work of these two rivals on his return to fences.
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Ashley LewisEd Walker1830-4No signal7/2Reappeared last season with victory in the Group 3 John Of Gaunt over C&D and he signed off the campaign with a fine third in the Group 1 Foret at Longchamp; might have needed the run when fourth in Listed event at the Curragh six weeks ago; versatile in terms of the ground; solid chance.
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Andrea Pinna(7)Joey Ramsden41-488No signal20/1Broadly progressive for previous yard but proved disappointing in this race last year, having raced freely; ran well in the Wokingham at Royal Ascot next time; not particularly solid on his 2026 form for new stable and it remains to be seen whether he settles returned to this C&D.
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Harry Vigors(5) 12%George Baker 10%333-23No signal9/1Very pleasing return from 275-day break at Leicester this month; lacked a change of gear at Newmarket (also 7f) subsequently and returning to 1m looks in his favour; draw hasn't been kind, though.
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Lewis Edmunds 12%David Loughnane 12%-64614No signal7/4Unraced here; all three wins have been over about 7f, the latest at Leicester last month; 6f probably explains a lesser show last time and he has a chance judged on peak efforts.
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Oscar Palmer(7)Henry Oliver22341-No signal3/1Bumper winner in June last year and got off the mark over hurdles at Stratford (2m2f, good) last month; looks sure to be suited by this step up in trip and holds claims.
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Rowan ScottDavid Loughnane2No signal11/410-1 and green, shaped well when a debut second of seven in novice at Ripon (6f, good) two weeks ago, nearest finish; this daughter of Bungle Inthejungle is a likely player with more to come.
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P J McDonaldJames Horton—No signal33/1Night Of Thunder half-brother to 6f-8.6f winner Commander Of Life (including 2yo; RPR 86), out of 7f AW 2yo scorer (81); potentially the least forward, being a May foal who is effectively the youngest contender.
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Hector Crouch 18%Jonathan Portman 13%520-57No signal12/1Winner of five 6f handicaps on turf/AW last year; latest performance was a bit better than it looked and she is now back to her last winning mark, but this trip does appear to stretch her.
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George Wood 11%Rod Millman 13%054514No signal4/1Off the mark at the 12th attempt when beating 14 rivals at Nottingham (6f, good) last month (two of these behind), but didn't seem suited by the drop to 5f when fourth of nine there (good) 17 days ago; well drawn for a prominent racer and a major player back up in trip.
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George DowningIan Williams07634-No signal16/11m1f winner in France last March but he's not made an impact in four runs at up to 1m4f for Ian Williams; has dropped down the weights but he needs to raise his back at this trip after 162 days off.
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Time For Talking13:22 Killarney race 1 of 8—No signal100/1Half-brother to small yard's recent 100-1 first-time-out hurdles winner Local Lingo and point/2m5f chase winner Hollywood Harmon; dam unraced half-sister to winners Bob Lingo (useful bumper and 2m-2m6f hurdle/chase) and Talk The Lingo (2m2f-3m hurdle/chase), out of half-sister to useful 2m-2m5f chase winner Dev. -
Tir Og14:25 Killarney race 3 of 8Calum Hogan 7%E Seymour 5%5038-7No signal33/1
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Kieran ShoemarkEd Walker35821-No signal8/1Off the mark at the ninth attempt when winning a 6f novice at Lingfield (AW) in December; upped 4lb for that but he is unexposed as a sprinter and he makes more appeal than many.
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Ryan Kavanagh 11%Ian Williams 11%1-1315No signal4/1
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Rhys Clutterbuck 11%338-04No signal50/1No win since 2yo, having come up short in Group races, Listed races and four handicaps; fourth of 14 off this mark at Ascot (1m4f) latest was his closest finish in that winless period and he kept on well, so some hope is revived.
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Ray DawsonTony Carroll-41350No signal18/1Improved once returned to AW and bagged a hat-trick across October and December (1m); on the scoresheet again upped to 9.5f at Wolverhampton (career-best form) in February; form took a slight dip on last two starts, while his earlier turf form isn't comparable so interesting to see how he fares back on grass.
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Harry Skelton 26%Dan Skelton 22%4801-4No signal3/1Bounced back to form with ready win in valuable race at Plumpton (3m1f, good) in April, and encountered traffic before keeping on for fourth at Haydock (3m, good; behind Al Sayah) 16 days ago; remains of strong interest.
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Treasured Royal15:45 Naas race 5 of 8G. F. Carroll 10%Gavin Cromwell 11%160-03No signal20/1Navan maiden winner last September (6f, good); no impact in listed company at Dundalk and Newmarket next twice; back on song with 1.25l third of 14 in premier handicap at Naas latest (6f, good); just 1lb higher now; forecast rain a concern. -
Tribal13:22 Killarney race 1 of 8Norman Lee 5%0No signal40/1Sent off at 80-1 on debut at Killarney earlier this month and ran accordingly; 4yo may need more time. -
Billy LoughnaneDavid Menuisier6107-3No signal11/2Useful handicapper at about 1m, winning five times; did well to finish third in the Lincoln at Doncaster in sole outing this term, having come from a difficult position; each-way possibilities, provided he copes with the drop back to 7f for first time since his early days.
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Owen Lewis(5)Ed de Giles11523-No signal18/1Bagged a hat-trick (including over C&D) last summer and he signed off for 2025 with a solid third in 1m6f Wolverhampton handicap in October; has won off a break too.
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Daniel TudhopeFionn McSharry325522No signal10/1
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James DoyleJames Tate—No signal14/142,000gns foal, 62,000gns yearling; by Showcasing out of 1m2f AW winning (RPR 94) half-sister to Listed scorers in Britain (7f) and Australia (1m4f); others have stronger-looking overall credentials.
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Billy LoughnaneGeorge Boughey821-42No signal4/1Winner of an AW novice over the extended 1m at Wolverhampton last autumn; beaten at short odds on both starts since but recent handicap debut second back at Wolverhampton was creditable and she remains one who could have a bigger performance in her; steps up in trip for her return to turf.
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Charles Bishop 10%Adam Kirby 12%125212No signal13/8Back on the up for Adam Kirby this spring, winning at Southwell (6f, AW) and Lingfield (5f, AW) as well as three second-place finishes; 0-16 on turf but effective on fast ground and this intermediate trip could be ideal.
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Ashley Lewis 13%-58581No signal18/1
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Jamie Spencer 12%Oliver Cole 11%/21-65No signalSP
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Gregor Walkingshaw(10)Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore/3638-No signal10/1Not really firing on all cylinders when last seen in the winter but returns from 12-week break on a good mark and is versatile regarding ground; gained his only hurdle win over C&D; no surprise if he features.
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Two Brigade14:35 Naas race 3 of 8Jamie PowellM D O'Callaghan8No signal50/1Heavy defeat on debut when slowly away and last of 8 at the Curragh (5f, sft-hvy) in the race in which Confucius finished second; could improve plenty for quicker ground but can only be watched for now.
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Tyson Fury13:53 Killarney race 2 of 8D G HoganDenis Gerard Hogan402-No signal11/2Added fourth Flat win in a Dundalk claimer in March; creditable efforts in three starts over hurdles; distant runner-up at Tramore last time (2m, soft); not totally discounted.
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Jason Hart 14%Charlie Johnston 13%314701No signal20/1Won two of his last five starts (with and without headgear), scrambling home at Leicester (1m, good to firm) 18 days ago; a 2lb rise not excessive and he has a good strike-rate for one of his rating; chance.
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Oisin Orr 14%-83923No signal11/2Placed twice since dropped back to 1m last month, more recently when very close third (just behind The Sweet Escape) at Leicester (1m, good to firm) nine days ago; competes off same mark here; big player if new cheekpieces have any positive effect.
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Isabelle Ryder(5)Hughie Morrison/5876-No signal7/10-7 under rules and a beaten co-favourite on his handicap debut when sixth of 12 finishers at Exeter (2m5f, good) last month; first-time cheekpieces now on and still lightly raced so cannot dismiss.
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Usuario Amigo15:10 Naas race 4 of 8093-97No signal20/1 - V
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Callum BewleyMartin Todhunter27/4P-No signal8/1Hurdle/Flat winner; wasn't at his best on the Flat following a break at Catterick last month but should come on for the run; conditions fine; quite interesting on chase debut.
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/41-26No signal6/4All the rage in the betting for both starts this term; the line came a touch too soon for his strong finish at Newbury (1m2f) on handicap/seasonal debut, while trying to come from further off the pace did not work out at Ascot on the step up to 1m4f but he did muster some late headway (despite hanging right); that sees him upped further in trip today with first-time headgear; it will be interesting to see whether his backers dare go in again.
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Finley Marsh 14%523-11No signal2/1Made the breakthrough on handicap debut/reappearance when taking Nottingham event (8.5f) in April and a 3lb nudge didn't stop her going in again over that C&D (also good) a fortnight ago; raised a further 4lb but that latest success was a cosy one and she's on the up.
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Edward Greatrex 14%Ralph Beckett 19%623-1No signal11/2Made all at Ascot (1m2f, good to firm) on handicap/seasonal debut, building on her 2yo efforts, and looks the type to progress further; bred to be suited by this longer distance; upped in class but receives plenty of weight all round; shortlisted.
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Verified14:03 Naas race 2 of 8Colin KeaneGerard Keane9339-0No signal10/1Maiden is 0-18 on turf; most of best efforts have come at Cork, including a 0.5l second behind Nouvel Espoir last June off 2lb higher; sent off at 13-2 on stable debut latest but never got involved under inexperienced claimer; Keane takes over now.
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Alex Chadwick 24%James Owen 18%3-No signal7/2Has regressed on the Flat since winning small-field Bath handicap for another stable a year ago; made fairly encouraging hurdle debut when keeping on for modest third at Plumpton (2m, good) last month but needs to build on that performance here and has since refused to race on the Flat.
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Oisin Murphy 22%Saeed bin Suroor 20%2No signal11/4Strong in the market at 5-2 when runner-up on debut at Ascot (6f, good) this month, having made the running; the winner has followed up and he sets a useful standard for the rest to aim at.
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Jack MitchellRoss Burdon292-19No signal12/1His two wins for Ross Burdon have come at a lower level; disappointed at Kempton when last seen and although he is relatively unexposed at 6f, he will need a clear personal best to take this after 108 days off.
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Walhaan15:00 Killarney race 4 of 8Conor Stone-WalshCiaran Murphy8/690-No signal16/1
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4P98-4No signal20/1Remains winless and he has been well below form in handicaps at Perth (2m4f) and Hexham (2m) this spring since undergoing wind surgery; others appeal more.
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Miss Anna Johnston(7)L Jefford2342-1No signal15/8Landed maiden hunter chase at Cartmel in May 2023 and a prolific winner in points with 12 wins in that sphere; beat two rivals in a point at Stafford Cross 13 days ago and she should go close.
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Harry Kimber 12%Faye Bramley 15%3P2F-5No signal22/1Back over hurdles with respectable fifth of 15 in Class 2 event at Haydock (3m, good) two weeks ago; 5lb lower back over fences but he's 0-12 in this sphere and he fell at Ayr on his penultimate run; down the list.
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Finley MarshMark Loughnane6933-8No signal20/1Well treated on last season's best efforts and a recent run at Thirsk should have sharpened him up; trip and ground suit and he is another to consider in an open race.
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Jude Fernandes(7)Gary & Josh Moore123-90No signal33/1Won two amateur riders' races last year but not competitive in either start this term; suspicion he'll come back to life returned to those earlier events when owner David Dunsdon is back in the saddle.
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Billy LoughnaneGeorge Boughey76-222No signal7/4Now 0-6 but he's posted progressive RPRs when runner-up on all three starts since joining George Boughey; the form of his latest 1m2f Newmarket second has been boosted by subsequent wins for the third and fourth (the winner also a creditable third in a Listed race); if he can pull out only a little more for the addition of cheekpieces he could take a bit of stopping.
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Peter KavanaghL J Morgan245U8-No signal6/1Has won three races over fences, the latest off this mark over C&D in October (good); has not been in top form last few starts; could bounce back.
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West Cork Wildway16:45 Killarney race 7 of 8Alan O'Sullivan(7)Paul O'Flynn37829-No signal18/1Course hurdle winner is 1-12 over fences but that came back in 2021; runner-up over fences at Limerick in March but was disappointing over hurdles at Cork since.
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Lewis Edmunds 12%Roy Bowring 14%142-72No signal13/2Confirmed his liking for Nottingham, where he won last autumn, when back-to-form second 12 days ago, again from the front; went close on Tapeta too around the turn of the year and enters calculations.
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Whats New13:22 Killarney race 1 of 8A. Slattery 11%2415-9No signal9/1Has made the frame in two runs in maiden hurdles (soundly beaten both times) since a below-par Flat run at Navan; last season's Roscommon win was gained over 1m4f; later ran well over 1m6f at the Curragh, so no major stamina doubt. -
Marco GhianiMickey Bowen23310-No signal50/1A useful 1m5f Flat winner for Sir Mark Prescott last year; only fair form at best in four hurdle outings for this yard since, including when well-held sixth on Stratford handicap debut in that sphere four weeks ago; returns to the Flat with something to prove; first-time cheekpieces go on.
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Whatswrongnow14:03 Naas race 2 of 8Batt Burke 0%326-69No signal18/10-16 on turf; has run well in defeat on good and soft ground; ran okay from out of the handicap over 5f on seasonal return at Naas (5f, good) when 0.5l behind Art Of Unity; has gone well over C&D; 11-2 when midfield at Navan (6f, yielding) 3 days ago, slightly hampered; drop back in trip a plus; top rider booked. -
Miss J WaltonMrs Diana Walton53643-No signal16/1Won a maiden point in February last year (3m, soft) and then showed fair form in a couple of hunter chases; creditable third in a restricted point last month (3m, good to soft); improvement needed.
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Whet The Appetite13:53 Killarney race 2 of 8Peter Smithers(7)E Bolger04-No signal22/1Good fist of improvement over moderate debut when fourth at Tramore last month at 50-1; needs to keep going the right way.
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White Smoke15:45 Naas race 5 of 8W J LeeM C Grassick2254-9No signal33/1Been a bit disappointing since finishing runner-up in pair of Curragh maidens over 6f; handicap debut.
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Who's Da Goose13:22 Killarney race 1 of 8G B NoonanEoin Christopher McCarthy—No signal50/1
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Wholelotofbusiness15:00 Killarney race 4 of 8G B NoonanEoin Christopher McCarthy22120-No signal13/2One of two for trainer; in decent form in the second half of last year, placing three times before gaining a C&D novice hurdle win (yielding); another positive effort when placed at Down Royal next time (2m1f, yielding) off 1lb lower; may come on for moderate return at Cork last time (2m3f, yielding).
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Saffie OsborneHarry Charlton75162-No signal10/1Winning handicap debut at Kempton (1m4f, AW) last August; didn't fire in the same way back at Kempton (1m3f) next time but resumed his progression in no uncertain terms when close second in valuable 3yo handicap at Newmarket (1m4f, good) on final start, form which was strongly boosted last weekend by the winner (Yabher) and third (Daiquiri Bay); could have a big say if the betting suggests he's ready to roll after 211 days off.
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Ben JonesBen Pauling2-No signal9/2Beaten 1l when second of 12 in Irish point (good to yielding) in January; bought for £50,000 the following month; pedigree suggests staying chases will be his game but still of interest on hurdles debut for respected yard.
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Toby Moore(7)Charles Hills6513-1No signal6/14yo who has won on AW in two of his last three runs including on Southwell reappearance (7f; first run since gelded) two weeks ago; up another 4lb but this return to 1m is no problem and he's shown clear promise on fast and slow ground on turf; shortlisted.
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Tyrese Cameron 11%Richard Hannon 12%514890No signal28/1His only turf wins came in a Royal Ascot handicap and Newbury Group 3, but they were in 2023 and he needs the cards to drop right for his late bids; scored on AW in January but subsequent form, including when 40-1 in the Victoria Cup last Saturday, isn't good enough.
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Neil CallanTom Clover60/39-No signal20/1Seen only twice, both times on AW, last term for new yard; made a winning reappearance off current mark in this contest (on good ground) two years ago on first start during a brief spell with Charlie Fellowes; fighting chance in repeat bid, assuming he's in top form.
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Woodlawn Lily13:33 Naas race 1 of 8Ben CoenJ P Murtagh4No signal9/1Space Blues filly produced something to build on with 2l fourth behind subsequent easy Listed winner Velozee on debut at Cork (5f, soft) when an unconsidered 25-1 shot; big chance if she acts on quicker ground (not certain on breeding).
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Kieran O'NeillAdrian Wintle087-63No signal4/1On a losing sequence but she really caught the eye when a running-on third of 14 in 1m2f handicap here two weeks ago; up 2lb but very much one to consider.
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Jack MitchellEdward Bethell51469-No signal25/1Effective on turf but still has a better strike-rate on AW and ended his rather truncated 2025 campaign with defeats (admittedly not entirely disgraced) in major handicaps over this C&D, finishing sixth then ninth; needs to raise his game on reappearance.
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Sean Quinlan 15%Micky Hammond 10%—No signal25/1Maxios filly; dam, dual bumper/2m4f hurdle winner, is out of a French 1m2f winner; possibilities on her debut, especially if the market vibes are positive.
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Richie McLernon 13%Rebecca Menzies 11%15P5-UNo signal12/1Made a winning start over fences at Newcastle (2m7f) in October; has failed to build on it though and she unseated her rider at Hexham (3m) two weeks ago; has a bit to prove.
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Paul MulrennanTony Carroll-88111No signal10/1Resurgent 8yo who has rattled off a hat-trick on AW this spring including a clearcut win at Wolverhampton (8.6f) last month; this is tougher off 9lb higher but he remains feasibly treated on his old form and is a five-time winner on turf; key player.
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98-886No signal33/14lb lower than when winning over this trip at Sandown (good to firm) last summer, but heavy defeats in his last four outings leave him with plenty to prove.
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Conor Ring 7%2334-3No signal10/117-race maiden under rules; reached the frame on numerous occasions over fences but he was beaten 21l when third at Hexham (1m7f, good to soft) two weeks ago; should be fine back on the forecast quicker ground but he needs to get back near his best.
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Oisin MurphyAndrew Balding17540-No signal4/1Off the mark in 1m2f Newmarket maiden last May; the Sandringham over C&D last June was a brutal start to her handicap career but a strong-finishing fifth of 12 at Glorious Goodwood (1m, good) next time, when blocked in her run, suggested this mark was within reach; had excuses on last two starts and has a big run in her under favourable conditions.
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Darragh KeenanGeorge Scott485-31No signal2/1Confirmed earlier promise when readily getting off the mark in 7f Doncaster handicap a week ago; hiked up 9lb but remains low mileage and merits serious consideration for his in-form stable.
No horse matches that.