Naas 11 March 2012
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Successful in two hurdle races at 2m on soft and soft - heavy ground. Finished 8l behind Benefficient when fourth of 7 at 10-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 hurdle race in the Group 1 Deloitte Novice Hurdle at Leopardstown over 2m 2f (good to soft) last month.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m on soft and soft - heavy ground. Finished 8l behind Benefficient when fourth of 7 at 10-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 hurdle race in the Group 1 Deloitte Novice Hurdle at Leopardstown over 2m 2f (good to soft) last month.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
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| All Jumps Races | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% | |
| Hurdle | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% | |
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| D | Distance | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% |
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| Today (No Headgear) | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% | |
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| J | T J Doyle | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% |
| T | J H Culloty | 4 | 2 | 0 | 50% |
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Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m on yielding and soft - heavy ground. Finished 11l behind Abou Ben when fifth of 11 at 11-4jt-fav on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Fairyhouse over 2m (heavy) last month.
Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m on yielding and soft - heavy ground. Finished 11l behind Abou Ben when fifth of 11 at 11-4jt-fav on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Fairyhouse over 2m (heavy) last month.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
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| All Jumps Races | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% | |
| Hurdle | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% | |
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| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
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| D | Distance | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% |
| G | Similar Going | 6 | 2 | 1 | 33.3% |
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| Today (No Headgear) | 7 | 2 | 1 | 28.6% | |
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| J | D N Russell | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
| T | M Hourigan | 7 | 2 | 1 | 28.6% |
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A winner at 5-2 in a maiden hurdle race at Thurles over 2m (soft - heavy) on his latest outing last month, beating Charming Ways by 11l.
A winner at 5-2 in a maiden hurdle race at Thurles over 2m (soft - heavy) on his latest outing last month, beating Charming Ways by 11l.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
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| All Jumps Races | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% | |
| Hurdle | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% | |
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| D | Distance | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| G | Similar Going | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
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| Today (No Headgear) | 7 | 1 | 1 | 14.3% | |
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| J | D G Hogan | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% |
| T | Denis Hogan | 6 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% |
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Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m and 2m 4f on good and heavy ground. Well beaten at 20-1 behind Dooney Rock when eighth of 9 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Fairyhouse over 2m 4f (soft - heavy) in January.
Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m and 2m 4f on good and heavy ground. Well beaten at 20-1 behind Dooney Rock when eighth of 9 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Fairyhouse over 2m 4f (soft - heavy) in January.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
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| All Jumps Races | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% | |
| Hurdle | 4 | 1 | 0 | 25% | |
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| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
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| Today (No Headgear) | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% | |
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| J | P T Enright | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| T | K O'Sullivan | 5 | 2 | 0 | 40% |
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Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m 1f and 2m 4f on good to firm and yielding - soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race when 9-10fav at Navan over 2m 4f (yielding - soft) last month, beating Beef To The Heels by 1 1/4l.
Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m 1f and 2m 4f on good to firm and yielding - soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race when 9-10fav at Navan over 2m 4f (yielding - soft) last month, beating Beef To The Heels by 1 1/4l.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
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| All Jumps Races | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% | |
| Hurdle | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% | |
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| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
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| D | Distance | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0% |
| G | Similar Going | 7 | 1 | 6 | 14.3% |
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| Today (No Headgear) | 8 | 2 | 6 | 25% | |
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| J | R M Power | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| T | Mrs J Harrington | 8 | 2 | 6 | 25% |
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A winner at 10-1 in a maiden hurdle race at Fairyhouse over 2m (soft - heavy) on his latest outing in January, beating Caolaneoin by 3/4l.
A winner at 10-1 in a maiden hurdle race at Fairyhouse over 2m (soft - heavy) on his latest outing in January, beating Caolaneoin by 3/4l.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
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| All Jumps Races | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | |
| Hurdle | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | |
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| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
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| D | Distance | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
| G | Similar Going | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
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| Today (No Headgear) | 7 | 1 | 2 | 14.3% | |
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| J | P Carberry | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| T | N Meade | 7 | 1 | 2 | 14.3% |
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Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m on good to firm and good ground. A winner at 25-1 in a maiden hurdle race at Listowel over 2m (good) on his latest outing in June last year, beating Rebel Fitz by 6l.
Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m on good to firm and good ground. A winner at 25-1 in a maiden hurdle race at Listowel over 2m (good) on his latest outing in June last year, beating Rebel Fitz by 6l.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
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| All Jumps Races | 8 | 1 | 0 | 12.5% | |
| Hurdle | 8 | 1 | 0 | 12.5% | |
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| Course and Distance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Course | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| D | Distance | 10 | 2 | 1 | 20% |
| G | Similar Going | 9 | 1 | 0 | 11.1% |
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| Today (No Headgear) | 12 | 2 | 1 | 16.7% | |
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| J | J L Cullen | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| T | M L Fagan | 12 | 2 | 1 | 16.7% |
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A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on good ground. Finished 17l behind Tillahow when fourth of 8 at 25-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Limerick over 2m 3f (heavy) in December last year.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on good ground. Finished 17l behind Tillahow when fourth of 8 at 25-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Limerick over 2m 3f (heavy) in December last year.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
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| All Jumps Races | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
| Hurdle | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% | |
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| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
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| D | Distance | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| G | Similar Going | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
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| Today (No Headgear) | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% | |
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| J | J R Barry | 2 | 1 | 0 | 50% |
| T | Ms Hartnett | 3 | 1 | 0 | 33.3% |
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A winner at 40-1 in a maiden hurdle race at Gowran Park over 2m (soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Enchanted Forest by 6l.
A winner at 40-1 in a maiden hurdle race at Gowran Park over 2m (soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Enchanted Forest by 6l.
| Race Record | Runs | Wins | Places | Win Rate | |
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| All Jumps Races | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
| Hurdle | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
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| Course and Distance | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
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| D | Distance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| G | Similar Going | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
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| Today (No Headgear) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% | |
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| Class | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
| This Handicap (OR) or Higher | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | |
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| J | A P Crowe | 0 | 0 | 0 | - |
| T | C Roche | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
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Ballynacree left a favourable impression when winning a 2m Gowran hurdle unextended on his racecourse debut last month. His victory came as somewhat of a surprise given his 40/1 starting price, but his ability to handle cut in the ground counts in his favour and he's considered a major player in receipt of weight all-around from his elders. Preference, however, is for LORD WINDERMERE, who is eased in grade having contested the Grade 1 Deloitte Hurdle at Leopardstown latest and is a Listed winner over 2m. The Gigginstown-owned Ballysteen, third behind the selection at Punchestown, is another to consider.
Lord Windermere posted a creditable effort in the Deloitte Novice Hurdle last time and, dropped significantly in grade here, has strong claims. However, the concession of 13 lb to 4-y-o Ballynacree is likely to prove beyond him, given the manner of the latter's debut victory at Gowran. Mr Sykes is the pick of the remainder.
Winner of a hurdle race, a NH flat race and three chases from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from soft to soft - heavy. Won on his latest outing in a chase when 1-5fav here over 2m (soft) last month, beating Slieveardagh by 11l.
Winner of a hurdle race, a NH flat race and three chases from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from soft to soft - heavy. Won on his latest outing in a chase when 1-5fav here over 2m (soft) last month, beating Slieveardagh by 11l.
He has won a hurdle race and three chases from 2m to 2m 1f on soft and soft - heavy ground. Won on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase when 6-4fav in the Group 1 Frank Ward Solicitors Arkle Novice Chase at Leopardstown over 2m 1f (soft) in January, beating Gift Of Dgab by 19l.
He has won a hurdle race and three chases from 2m to 2m 1f on soft and soft - heavy ground. Won on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase when 6-4fav in the Group 1 Frank Ward Solicitors Arkle Novice Chase at Leopardstown over 2m 1f (soft) in January, beating Gift Of Dgab by 19l.
He has won a hurdle race and three chases from 2m to 2m 5f on ground varying from soft to soft - heavy. Won on his latest outing in a Grade 2 chase when 4-5fav over this course and distance (soft) last month, beating Shot From The Hip by 9l.
He has won a hurdle race and three chases from 2m to 2m 5f on ground varying from soft to soft - heavy. Won on his latest outing in a Grade 2 chase when 4-5fav over this course and distance (soft) last month, beating Shot From The Hip by 9l.
Successful in a hurdle race and a chase at 2m 3f and 2m 5f on soft and soft - heavy ground. Pulled up 2 out when 7-4 at Thurles over 2m 4f (soft) in a chase won by Quietly Fancied in January on his latest outing.
Successful in a hurdle race and a chase at 2m 3f and 2m 5f on soft and soft - heavy ground. Pulled up 2 out when 7-4 at Thurles over 2m 4f (soft) in a chase won by Quietly Fancied in January on his latest outing.
Peter Casey couldn't contain his excitement when interviewed in the aftermath of Flemenstar's Irish Arkle romp in January and, while his gelding remains an outstanding prospect, over this longer trip, he may end up playing a supporting role to BOG WARRIOR. Tony Martin's representative was most impressive when routing a Drinmore field earlier in the season and although he fell in a Leopardstown Grade 1 thereafter, he showed no ill effects of that tumble when a clear cut winner at Naas latest. Over this trip and with cut in the ground, he should take all of the beating. Fellow Gigginstown runner Rathlin looks a useful sort and gives his owners a very strong hand. Frisco Depot pulled up at Thurles latest and looks up against it now taking on three highly promising novice chasers.
Connections of Bog Warrior will be hoping that their decision to bypass the RSA Chase at the Cheltenham Festival will be rewarded with victory here. However, while he beat Flemenstar at Navan in November, Peter Casey's charge has made giant strides since and is taken to come out on top here. Rathlin has a bit to find on ratings but is on an upward curve and should make his presence felt.
He has won two hurdle races and a NH flat race at 2m on heavy and soft - heavy ground. Well beaten at 50-1 behind Mourad when seventh of 8 on his latest outing in a Grade 2 hurdle race in the Group 2 Ladbrokes Boyne Hurdle at Navan over 2m 5f (yielding - soft) last month.
He has won two hurdle races and a NH flat race at 2m on heavy and soft - heavy ground. Well beaten at 50-1 behind Mourad when seventh of 8 on his latest outing in a Grade 2 hurdle race in the Group 2 Ladbrokes Boyne Hurdle at Navan over 2m 5f (yielding - soft) last month.
He has won three hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m to 2m 2f on ground varying from good - yielding to heavy. Beaten 13l behind Citizenship at 22-1 when 12th of 30 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Leopardstown over 2m (yielding) in January.
He has won three hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m to 2m 2f on ground varying from good - yielding to heavy. Beaten 13l behind Citizenship at 22-1 when 12th of 30 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Leopardstown over 2m (yielding) in January.
Successful in two hurdle races at 3m on good to firm and heavy ground. A winner at 14-1 in a hurdle race at Punchestown over 3m (heavy) on his latest outing last month, beating Really Unique by 1/2l.
Successful in two hurdle races at 3m on good to firm and heavy ground. A winner at 14-1 in a hurdle race at Punchestown over 3m (heavy) on his latest outing last month, beating Really Unique by 1/2l.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m and 2m 3f on heavy ground. Finished 10l behind Cootamundra when sixth of 18 at 20-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Punchestown over 3m (heavy) last month.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m and 2m 3f on heavy ground. Finished 10l behind Cootamundra when sixth of 18 at 20-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Punchestown over 3m (heavy) last month.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m on soft and heavy ground. Finished 20l behind That'll Do Me when fifth of 10 at 10-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Punchestown over 2m 4f (heavy) in December last year.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m on soft and heavy ground. Finished 20l behind That'll Do Me when fifth of 10 at 10-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Punchestown over 2m 4f (heavy) in December last year.
Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m 2f on good and soft - heavy ground. Beaten 1 1/2l by The Bishop Looney when second of 8 at 2-1fav on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Punchestown over 2m 4f (soft - heavy) last month.
Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m 2f on good and soft - heavy ground. Beaten 1 1/2l by The Bishop Looney when second of 8 at 2-1fav on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Punchestown over 2m 4f (soft - heavy) last month.
He has won three hurdle races from 2m to 2m 2f on soft and yielding ground. Finished 14l behind The Bishop Looney when fifth of 8 at 8-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Punchestown over 2m 4f (soft - heavy) last month.
He has won three hurdle races from 2m to 2m 2f on soft and yielding ground. Finished 14l behind The Bishop Looney when fifth of 8 at 8-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Punchestown over 2m 4f (soft - heavy) last month.
Winner of five hurdle races and a chase from 2m to 2m 5f on soft and heavy ground. Beaten 1l by Hans Crescent when second of 12 at 25-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Fairyhouse over 2m 4f (soft - heavy) last month.
Winner of five hurdle races and a chase from 2m to 2m 5f on soft and heavy ground. Beaten 1l by Hans Crescent when second of 12 at 25-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Fairyhouse over 2m 4f (soft - heavy) last month.
Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m and 2m 4f on good and heavy ground. A winner at 13-2 in a maiden hurdle race at Punchestown over 2m 4f (heavy) on his latest outing last month, dead-heating with Allure Of Illusion.
Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m and 2m 4f on good and heavy ground. A winner at 13-2 in a maiden hurdle race at Punchestown over 2m 4f (heavy) on his latest outing last month, dead-heating with Allure Of Illusion.
He has won a hurdle race and two NH flat races from 2m to 2m 2f on ground varying from good to yielding. Third of 6 behind Rebel Fitz beaten 6l at 11-4 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Cork over 2m (yielding) in October last year.
He has won a hurdle race and two NH flat races from 2m to 2m 2f on ground varying from good to yielding. Third of 6 behind Rebel Fitz beaten 6l at 11-4 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Cork over 2m (yielding) in October last year.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m on heavy and soft - heavy ground. Well beaten at 40-1 behind Zaidpour when fourth of 6 on his latest outing in a Grade 2 hurdle race in the Group 2 Red Mills Trial Hurdle at Gowran Park over 2m (soft) last month.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m on heavy and soft - heavy ground. Well beaten at 40-1 behind Zaidpour when fourth of 6 on his latest outing in a Grade 2 hurdle race in the Group 2 Red Mills Trial Hurdle at Gowran Park over 2m (soft) last month.
Successful in a hurdle race and a chase at 2m on soft and heavy ground. Finished 2 3/4l behind Idarah when sixth of 10 at 20-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race here over 2m (soft) last month.
Successful in a hurdle race and a chase at 2m on soft and heavy ground. Finished 2 3/4l behind Idarah when sixth of 10 at 20-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race here over 2m (soft) last month.
Winner of three hurdle races and two chases from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to soft - heavy. A winner at 16-1 in a hurdle race at Fairyhouse over 2m 4f (soft - heavy) on his latest outing last month, beating Four Chimneys by 1l.
Winner of three hurdle races and two chases from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to soft - heavy. A winner at 16-1 in a hurdle race at Fairyhouse over 2m 4f (soft - heavy) on his latest outing last month, beating Four Chimneys by 1l.
He has won three hurdle races at 2m on ground varying from good to soft - heavy. Beaten 6l behind Idarah at 7-1 when eighth of 10 on his latest outing in a hurdle race here over 2m (soft) last month.
He has won three hurdle races at 2m on ground varying from good to soft - heavy. Beaten 6l behind Idarah at 7-1 when eighth of 10 on his latest outing in a hurdle race here over 2m (soft) last month.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m on firm and soft ground. Finished 4l behind Steel Park when fifth of 14 at 33-1 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Leopardstown over 2m (good) earlier this month.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m on firm and soft ground. Finished 4l behind Steel Park when fifth of 14 at 33-1 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Leopardstown over 2m (good) earlier this month.
He has won a hurdle race, a NH flat race and two chases from 2m to 2m 2f on ground varying from soft to soft - heavy. Beaten 2 3/4l by Osirixamix when second of 7 at 4-5fav on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Fairyhouse over 2m (soft) in January.
He has won a hurdle race, a NH flat race and two chases from 2m to 2m 2f on ground varying from soft to soft - heavy. Beaten 2 3/4l by Osirixamix when second of 7 at 4-5fav on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Fairyhouse over 2m (soft) in January.
Has won five hurdle races and three chases from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy. Well beaten at 33-1 behind Citizenship when 22nd of 30 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Leopardstown over 2m (yielding) in January.
Has won five hurdle races and three chases from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy. Well beaten at 33-1 behind Citizenship when 22nd of 30 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Leopardstown over 2m (yielding) in January.
He has won three hurdle races and a chase from 2m to 2m 6f on soft and heavy ground. Pulled up at the 6th when 8-1 at Gowran Park over 2m 4f (soft) in a hurdle race won by Up For The Match last month on his latest outing.
He has won three hurdle races and a chase from 2m to 2m 6f on soft and heavy ground. Pulled up at the 6th when 8-1 at Gowran Park over 2m 4f (soft) in a hurdle race won by Up For The Match last month on his latest outing.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on soft - heavy ground. Well beaten at 6-1 behind Temlett when 9th of 14 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Cork over 2m (yielding) in March last year.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on soft - heavy ground. Well beaten at 6-1 behind Temlett when 9th of 14 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Cork over 2m (yielding) in March last year.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m and 2m 4f on soft and yielding - soft ground. Beaten 14l behind Cootamundra at 16-1 when eighth of 18 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Punchestown over 3m (heavy) last month.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m and 2m 4f on soft and yielding - soft ground. Beaten 14l behind Cootamundra at 16-1 when eighth of 18 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Punchestown over 3m (heavy) last month.
A winner at 12-1 in a hurdle race at Gowran Park over 2m 4f (soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Novarov by 1 1/2l.
A winner at 12-1 in a hurdle race at Gowran Park over 2m 4f (soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Novarov by 1 1/2l.
Placed in a hurdle race from four starts. Well beaten at 25-1 behind Ros Brin when 12th of 20 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Leopardstown over 2m 4f (soft) in January.
Placed in a hurdle race from four starts. Well beaten at 25-1 behind Ros Brin when 12th of 20 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Leopardstown over 2m 4f (soft) in January.
Winner of two hurdle races and four chases from 2m 1f to 2m 2f on good and soft ground. Pulled up 3 out when 25-1 at Punchestown over 2m 4f (soft - heavy) in a hurdle race won by Paco Jack in January on her latest outing.
Winner of two hurdle races and four chases from 2m 1f to 2m 2f on good and soft ground. Pulled up 3 out when 25-1 at Punchestown over 2m 4f (soft - heavy) in a hurdle race won by Paco Jack in January on her latest outing.
Winner of four hurdle races and three chases from 2m to 2m 6f on ground varying from good to soft to soft - heavy. Well beaten at 10-1 behind Up For The Match when fifth of 15 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Gowran Park over 2m 4f (soft) last month.
Winner of four hurdle races and three chases from 2m to 2m 6f on ground varying from good to soft to soft - heavy. Well beaten at 10-1 behind Up For The Match when fifth of 15 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Gowran Park over 2m 4f (soft) last month.
MAGGIE CONNOLLY has been knocking hard on the door in recent months and could improve now finally switched to handicaps. A mark of 128 looks workable for Willie Mullins' representative, although it is hard to be too confident about her chances given the wide-open nature of this contest. Lastoftheleaders has been raised 7lb for finishing second over 2m at Fairyhouse in January but this step up in trip has the potential to unlock further improvement and he looks a big danger. Last-time-out Punchestown scorer Cootamundra drops back from 3m and has place possibilities.
An extremely competitive handicap but little doubt that the pair that stand out as potential improvers in a field of mainly exposed handicappers are King Vuvuzela and Up For The Match, with preference for the latter. At the likely prices, Knockcroghery could outrun his odds.
Well beaten at 9-1 behind Golden Call when fifth of 10 on his racecourse debut at Tipperary over 2m 2f (good to firm) in May last year.
Well beaten at 9-1 behind Golden Call when fifth of 10 on his racecourse debut at Tipperary over 2m 2f (good to firm) in May last year.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on yielding ground. Well beaten at 50-1 behind Flemenstar when sixth of 7 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase in the Group 1 Frank Ward Solicitors Arkle Novice Chase at Leopardstown over 2m 1f (soft) in January.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on yielding ground. Well beaten at 50-1 behind Flemenstar when sixth of 7 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase in the Group 1 Frank Ward Solicitors Arkle Novice Chase at Leopardstown over 2m 1f (soft) in January.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m on yielding ground. Well beaten at 12-1 behind Colls Corner when 13th of 19 on his latest outing in a hurdle race here over 2m (soft) last month.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m on yielding ground. Well beaten at 12-1 behind Colls Corner when 13th of 19 on his latest outing in a hurdle race here over 2m (soft) last month.
Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m on yielding and heavy ground. Refused to race when 11-1 at Leopardstown over 2m 1f (good) in a chase won by Slieveardagh earlier this month on his latest outing.
Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m on yielding and heavy ground. Refused to race when 11-1 at Leopardstown over 2m 1f (good) in a chase won by Slieveardagh earlier this month on his latest outing.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on good ground. Unseated rider when 16-1 at Thurles over 2m (heavy) in a chase won by Shootin The Breeze last month on his latest outing.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on good ground. Unseated rider when 16-1 at Thurles over 2m (heavy) in a chase won by Shootin The Breeze last month on his latest outing.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m and 2m 4f on good to firm and heavy ground. Pulled up 2 out when 5-1 here over 2m 4f (soft) in a chase won by Mister First last month on his latest outing.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m and 2m 4f on good to firm and heavy ground. Pulled up 2 out when 5-1 here over 2m 4f (soft) in a chase won by Mister First last month on his latest outing.
A winner of a hurdle race at 3m on soft ground. Well beaten at 6-4fav behind Galant Ferns when eighth of 9 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Fairyhouse over 2m 6f (soft) in January.
A winner of a hurdle race at 3m on soft ground. Well beaten at 6-4fav behind Galant Ferns when eighth of 9 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Fairyhouse over 2m 6f (soft) in January.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 4f on soft ground. Pulled up having jumped the last when 12-1 at Clonmel over 2m 4f (soft) in a chase won by Mr Eko last month on his chase debut.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 4f on soft ground. Pulled up having jumped the last when 12-1 at Clonmel over 2m 4f (soft) in a chase won by Mr Eko last month on his chase debut.
Placed in six hurdle races and three chases from 12 NH starts. Third of 8 behind Colbert Station beaten 4 1/2l at 4-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Leopardstown over 2m 1f (yielding) in January.
Placed in six hurdle races and three chases from 12 NH starts. Third of 8 behind Colbert Station beaten 4 1/2l at 4-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Leopardstown over 2m 1f (yielding) in January.
Half-brother to Our Victoria, won in a point to point race at 3m, in a chase at 2m 1f, in NH flat race at 2m 2f and over hurdles at 2m 4f. Well beaten at 7-4fav when fifth of 7 on his racecourse debut at Punchestown over 2m (soft) in November last year.
Half-brother to Our Victoria, won in a point to point race at 3m, in a chase at 2m 1f, in NH flat race at 2m 2f and over hurdles at 2m 4f. Well beaten at 7-4fav when fifth of 7 on his racecourse debut at Punchestown over 2m (soft) in November last year.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m on good ground. Finished 16l behind Harpsy Cord when fourth of 18 at 20-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Gowran Park over 2m 2f (soft) last month.
Successful in two hurdle races at 2m on good ground. Finished 16l behind Harpsy Cord when fourth of 18 at 20-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Gowran Park over 2m 2f (soft) last month.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on soft ground. Well beaten at 25-1 behind Shootin The Breeze when sixth of 14 on his latest outing in a chase at Thurles over 2m (heavy) last month.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on soft ground. Well beaten at 25-1 behind Shootin The Breeze when sixth of 14 on his latest outing in a chase at Thurles over 2m (heavy) last month.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 4f on soft ground. Well beaten at 9-4 behind Changing Times when seventh of 9 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Fairyhouse over 2m 4f (heavy) last month.
A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 4f on soft ground. Well beaten at 9-4 behind Changing Times when seventh of 9 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Fairyhouse over 2m 4f (heavy) last month.
Spanish Auriga has hinted at ability in three chase outings this term but hasn't progressed as much as hoped and preference is for BAILY GREEN. The selection, too, hasn't quite gone on as expected since switched to the larger obstacles and has failed to build upon his promising third to Bog Warrior at Navan in November. However, this looks a more realistic assignment than the Grade 1 races he's contested the last twice and a drop in grade could see him open his account. Grey Soldier has place claims on the pick of his best efforts and is another to consider.
Baily Green will appreciate tackling less exalted company here, having been pitched against the cream of Ireland's 2m novice chasers the last twice, and earns the vote ahead of Spanish Auriga and potential improver Undertheboardwalk.
Winner of a hurdle race, a NH flat race and three chases from 2m 2f to 3m on ground varying from good to heavy. Beaten 2l by Quel Esprit when second of 7 at 14-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase in the Group 1 Hennessy Gold Cup at Leopardstown over 3m (good to soft) last month.
Winner of a hurdle race, a NH flat race and three chases from 2m 2f to 3m on ground varying from good to heavy. Beaten 2l by Quel Esprit when second of 7 at 14-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase in the Group 1 Hennessy Gold Cup at Leopardstown over 3m (good to soft) last month.
Winner of a hurdle race and four chases from 2m to 2m 7f on ground varying from yielding to soft - heavy. Third of 8 behind Prince De Beauchene beaten 6l at 12-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 2 chase in the Group 2 At The Races Bobbyjo Chase at Fairyhouse over 3m 1f (soft) last month.
Winner of a hurdle race and four chases from 2m to 2m 7f on ground varying from yielding to soft - heavy. Third of 8 behind Prince De Beauchene beaten 6l at 12-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 2 chase in the Group 2 At The Races Bobbyjo Chase at Fairyhouse over 3m 1f (soft) last month.
He has won four chases from 2m 4f to 3m 1f on soft and heavy ground. Finished 14l behind Prince De Beauchene when fifth of 8 at 14-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 2 chase in the Group 2 At The Races Bobbyjo Chase at Fairyhouse over 3m 1f (soft) last month.
He has won four chases from 2m 4f to 3m 1f on soft and heavy ground. Finished 14l behind Prince De Beauchene when fifth of 8 at 14-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 2 chase in the Group 2 At The Races Bobbyjo Chase at Fairyhouse over 3m 1f (soft) last month.
He has won a hurdle race, a NH flat race and a chase from 2m to 3m 4f on soft and heavy ground. Finished 19l behind Prince Of Forwards when sixth of 15 at 10-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Thurles over 2m 6f (soft) in January.
He has won a hurdle race, a NH flat race and a chase from 2m to 3m 4f on soft and heavy ground. Finished 19l behind Prince Of Forwards when sixth of 15 at 10-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Thurles over 2m 6f (soft) in January.
He has won two hurdle races and a chase from 2m 4f to 2m 6f on soft and heavy ground. Finished 11l behind The Bishop Looney when fourth of 8 at 25-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Punchestown over 2m 4f (soft - heavy) last month.
He has won two hurdle races and a chase from 2m 4f to 2m 6f on soft and heavy ground. Finished 11l behind The Bishop Looney when fourth of 8 at 25-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Punchestown over 2m 4f (soft - heavy) last month.
He has won two hurdle races and a chase at 2m on good to soft and soft ground, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 18l behind Seabass when sixth of 16 at 33-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Limerick over 2m 3f (heavy) in December last year.
He has won two hurdle races and a chase at 2m on good to soft and soft ground, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 18l behind Seabass when sixth of 16 at 33-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Limerick over 2m 3f (heavy) in December last year.
Winner of two hurdle races, a NH flat race and two chases from 2m to 3m on soft and heavy ground, but last win was over two years ago. Pulled up 5 out when 25-1 here over 3m (soft) in a hurdle race won by Paddy Pub last month on his latest outing.
Winner of two hurdle races, a NH flat race and two chases from 2m to 3m on soft and heavy ground, but last win was over two years ago. Pulled up 5 out when 25-1 here over 3m (soft) in a hurdle race won by Paddy Pub last month on his latest outing.
Successful in two chases at 2m 4f and 2m 6f on heavy ground. Beaten 13l by On His Own when second of 18 at 12-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Gowran Park over 3m (soft) in January.
Successful in two chases at 2m 4f and 2m 6f on heavy ground. Beaten 13l by On His Own when second of 18 at 12-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Gowran Park over 3m (soft) in January.
Successful in a hurdle race and a chase at 2m and 2m 4f on heavy ground, but last win was over two years ago. Pulled up having jumped the last when 25-1 at Punchestown over 3m 4f (heavy) in a chase won by Portrait King last month on his latest outing.
Successful in a hurdle race and a chase at 2m and 2m 4f on heavy ground, but last win was over two years ago. Pulled up having jumped the last when 25-1 at Punchestown over 3m 4f (heavy) in a chase won by Portrait King last month on his latest outing.
He has won two hurdle races, a NH flat race and a chase from 2m to 3m 5f on soft ground. Finished 13l behind Portrait King when sixth of 17 at 4-1fav on his latest outing in a chase at Punchestown over 3m 4f (heavy) last month.
He has won two hurdle races, a NH flat race and a chase from 2m to 3m 5f on soft ground. Finished 13l behind Portrait King when sixth of 17 at 4-1fav on his latest outing in a chase at Punchestown over 3m 4f (heavy) last month.
Winner of a hurdle race and four chases from 2m 7f to 3m 1f on ground varying from good to heavy. A winner at 14-1 in a hurdle race here over 3m (soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Castle Wings by a neck.
Winner of a hurdle race and four chases from 2m 7f to 3m 1f on ground varying from good to heavy. A winner at 14-1 in a hurdle race here over 3m (soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Castle Wings by a neck.
He has won two hurdle races and a chase from 2m 3f to 3m on soft and heavy ground, but last win was over two years ago. Well beaten at 25-1 when fourth of 11 on his latest outing in a chase at Thurles over 2m 6f (heavy) last month.
He has won two hurdle races and a chase from 2m 3f to 3m on soft and heavy ground, but last win was over two years ago. Well beaten at 25-1 when fourth of 11 on his latest outing in a chase at Thurles over 2m 6f (heavy) last month.
Rare Bob appeared to be staying on with purpose when fifth in the Grade 2 Bobbyjo Chase at Fairyhouse last month but there is nothing to suggest he can reverse the form with ROI DU MEE. Gordon Elliot's charge finished a creditable third on that occasion behind the subsequent Aintree Grand National favourite, Prince De Beauchene, and is forced to give only 4lb to Dessie Hughes' gelding today. Roberto Goldback is another to take seriously.
Roi du Mee looks feasibly treated back in a handicap following his sound effort in a Grade 2 at Fairyhouse. This slightly shorter trip will be in his favour and he earns the nod ahead of Smoking Aces and Tullintain.
A winner of a NH flat race at 2m on soft ground, but that win was over two years ago. Finished 14l behind Castle Wings when fifth of 12 at 15-8jt-fav on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Limerick over 2m 6f (heavy) in December last year. Having his first run for a new stable today.
A winner of a NH flat race at 2m on soft ground, but that win was over two years ago. Finished 14l behind Castle Wings when fifth of 12 at 15-8jt-fav on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Limerick over 2m 6f (heavy) in December last year. Having his first run for a new stable today.
Placed in two NH flat races from three starts. Finished 10l behind Marasonnien when fifth of 14 at 16-1 on his hurdling debut here over 2m 3f (soft - heavy) in January.
Placed in two NH flat races from three starts. Finished 10l behind Marasonnien when fifth of 14 at 16-1 on his hurdling debut here over 2m 3f (soft - heavy) in January.
Unplaced in all three starts. Well beaten at 50-1 behind Marasonnien when last of 14 on his hurdling debut here over 2m 3f (soft - heavy) in January.
Unplaced in all three starts. Well beaten at 50-1 behind Marasonnien when last of 14 on his hurdling debut here over 2m 3f (soft - heavy) in January.
Placed in a NH flat race from six starts. Unseated rider when 33-1 here over 2m (soft) in a maiden hurdle race won by Play The Market last month on his latest outing.
Placed in a NH flat race from six starts. Unseated rider when 33-1 here over 2m (soft) in a maiden hurdle race won by Play The Market last month on his latest outing.
Unplaced in all three starts. Well beaten at 50-1 behind Howryafeelin when sixth of 13 on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Thurles over 2m 6f (soft - heavy) last month.
Unplaced in all three starts. Well beaten at 50-1 behind Howryafeelin when sixth of 13 on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Thurles over 2m 6f (soft - heavy) last month.
Yet to place in 11 starts. Finished 6l behind Volkis O'Blue when fifth of 22 at 16-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Punchestown over 2m 6f (heavy) last month.
Yet to place in 11 starts. Finished 6l behind Volkis O'Blue when fifth of 22 at 16-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Punchestown over 2m 6f (heavy) last month.
A winner of a NH flat race at 2m on soft ground. Pulled up having jumped the last when 8-1 at Navan over 2m 4f (yielding - soft) in a maiden hurdle race won by Maller Tree last month on his hurdling debut.
A winner of a NH flat race at 2m on soft ground. Pulled up having jumped the last when 8-1 at Navan over 2m 4f (yielding - soft) in a maiden hurdle race won by Maller Tree last month on his hurdling debut.
Unplaced in all five starts. Fell at the 5th when 33-1 at Navan over 2m (soft - heavy) in a hurdle race won by Baby Whizz in January on his latest outing.
Unplaced in all five starts. Fell at the 5th when 33-1 at Navan over 2m (soft - heavy) in a hurdle race won by Baby Whizz in January on his latest outing.
Placed in a hurdle race from five starts. Third of 13 behind dead-heaters Allure Of Illusion and King Vuvuzela beaten 5l at 33-1 on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Punchestown over 2m 4f (heavy) last month.
Placed in a hurdle race from five starts. Third of 13 behind dead-heaters Allure Of Illusion and King Vuvuzela beaten 5l at 33-1 on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Punchestown over 2m 4f (heavy) last month.
Placed in two hurdle races from eight starts. Finished 18l behind Maller Tree when fourth of 10 at 16-1 on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Navan over 2m 4f (yielding - soft) last month.
Placed in two hurdle races from eight starts. Finished 18l behind Maller Tree when fourth of 10 at 16-1 on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Navan over 2m 4f (yielding - soft) last month.
Dam a lightly raced maiden. Well beaten at 50-1 behind Waaheb when last of 10 on his racecourse debut at Leopardstown over 2m (soft) in January last year.
Dam a lightly raced maiden. Well beaten at 50-1 behind Waaheb when last of 10 on his racecourse debut at Leopardstown over 2m (soft) in January last year.
Placed in a hurdle race from six starts. Third of 10 behind Maller Tree beaten 12l at 40-1 on her latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Navan over 2m 4f (yielding - soft) last month.
Placed in a hurdle race from six starts. Third of 10 behind Maller Tree beaten 12l at 40-1 on her latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Navan over 2m 4f (yielding - soft) last month.
Placed in three hurdle races and a NH flat race from 15 starts. Pulled up 2 out when 7-1 at Thurles over 2m 6f (soft) in a hurdle race won by Prince Of Forwards in January on her latest outing.
Placed in three hurdle races and a NH flat race from 15 starts. Pulled up 2 out when 7-1 at Thurles over 2m 6f (soft) in a hurdle race won by Prince Of Forwards in January on her latest outing.
Placed in six hurdle races from 15 NH starts. Finished 14l behind Catleen when fifth of 18 at 9-1 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Leopardstown over 2m 2f (good to soft) last month.
Placed in six hurdle races from 15 NH starts. Finished 14l behind Catleen when fifth of 18 at 9-1 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Leopardstown over 2m 2f (good to soft) last month.
Unplaced in both NH starts. Well beaten at 66-1 behind Daring Article when 9th of 12 on her hurdling debut at Cork over 2m 4f (soft - heavy) in November last year.
Unplaced in both NH starts. Well beaten at 66-1 behind Daring Article when 9th of 12 on her hurdling debut at Cork over 2m 4f (soft - heavy) in November last year.
Unplaced in all three starts. Finished 18l behind Maller Tree when fifth of 10 at 50-1 on her latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Navan over 2m 4f (yielding - soft) last month.
Unplaced in all three starts. Finished 18l behind Maller Tree when fifth of 10 at 50-1 on her latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Navan over 2m 4f (yielding - soft) last month.
Placed in a hurdle race and a NH flat race from five starts. Beaten 21l by Charlie's Vic when second of 20 at 6-1 on her latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Punchestown over 2m 4f (heavy) last month.
Placed in a hurdle race and a NH flat race from five starts. Beaten 21l by Charlie's Vic when second of 20 at 6-1 on her latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Punchestown over 2m 4f (heavy) last month.
Unplaced in both starts over hurdles. Well beaten at 66-1 behind Lisrose when 9th of 18 on her latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Limerick over 2m 3f (heavy) in January.
Unplaced in both starts over hurdles. Well beaten at 66-1 behind Lisrose when 9th of 18 on her latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Limerick over 2m 3f (heavy) in January.
Placed in three NH flat races from six starts. Beaten 3 1/2l by Scrapper Jack when second of 15 at 7-1 on her latest outing in a NH flat race at Limerick over 2m (heavy) in January.
Placed in three NH flat races from six starts. Beaten 3 1/2l by Scrapper Jack when second of 15 at 7-1 on her latest outing in a NH flat race at Limerick over 2m (heavy) in January.
Placed in a NH flat race from two starts. Finished 4 1/2l behind Kilcrea when fourth of 14 at 4-1 on his latest outing in a NH flat race at Gowran Park over 2m 1f (soft) last month.
Placed in a NH flat race from two starts. Finished 4 1/2l behind Kilcrea when fourth of 14 at 4-1 on his latest outing in a NH flat race at Gowran Park over 2m 1f (soft) last month.
PRESENT POTENTIAL looks the most likely of these maidens following a return to form when stepped up in trip (2m4f) at Punchestown latest. He is expected to thrive over 3m and won't mind the testing underfoot conditions, but A Fine Young Man continues to show improvement and there could be more to come from the lightly-raced seven-year-old. Big Generator completes the shortlist.
If A Fine Young Man bounces back from a disappointing effort at Limerick he should prove a tough nut to crack judged on previous placed efforts in this sphere, with this step up to 3m likely to be in his favour. With stamina doubts surrounding Jeunopse, Present Potential and Big Generator rate the main dangers.
Half-brother to Drum Bustible, won in a point to point race at 3m. Well beaten at 50-1 behind Morning Royalty when last of 10 on his racecourse debut at Punchestown over 2m (soft - heavy) in December last year.
Half-brother to Drum Bustible, won in a point to point race at 3m. Well beaten at 50-1 behind Morning Royalty when last of 10 on his racecourse debut at Punchestown over 2m (soft - heavy) in December last year.
Placed in a NH flat race from two starts. Finished 14l behind Pique Sous when fifth of 12 at 9-1 on his latest outing in a NH flat race at Leopardstown over 2m (good to soft) last month.
Placed in a NH flat race from two starts. Finished 14l behind Pique Sous when fifth of 12 at 9-1 on his latest outing in a NH flat race at Leopardstown over 2m (good to soft) last month.
Dam won in NH flat race at 2m 2f and over hurdles at 2m 4f.
Dam won in NH flat race at 2m 2f and over hurdles at 2m 4f.
Half-brother to Galoshes, won in NH flat race at 2m 1f. Beaten 2l by Kilcrea when second of 14 at 7-1 on his racecourse debut at Gowran Park over 2m 1f (soft) last month.
Half-brother to Galoshes, won in NH flat race at 2m 1f. Beaten 2l by Kilcrea when second of 14 at 7-1 on his racecourse debut at Gowran Park over 2m 1f (soft) last month.
Half-sister to Penel, won four times between 6f and 1m. Well beaten at 25-1 behind Van Diemens Land when last of 13 on her racecourse debut at Gowran Park over 2m (soft) in October last year.
Half-sister to Penel, won four times between 6f and 1m. Well beaten at 25-1 behind Van Diemens Land when last of 13 on her racecourse debut at Gowran Park over 2m (soft) in October last year.
Full sister to Oscar Hill, won in a chase at 2m 4f and over hurdles at 2m 2f.
Full sister to Oscar Hill, won in a chase at 2m 4f and over hurdles at 2m 2f.
Half-brother to Major Title, won six times at 1m. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Jason Titley in Ireland.
Half-brother to Major Title, won six times at 1m. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Jason Titley in Ireland.
Dam won four times over the flat at 1m 4f and 1m 6f, in an all-weather flat race at 1m 4f and over hurdles at 2m 3f. Third of 17 behind Ballynacree beaten 8l at 12-1 on his racecourse debut at Gowran Park over 2m (soft) last month.
Dam won four times over the flat at 1m 4f and 1m 6f, in an all-weather flat race at 1m 4f and over hurdles at 2m 3f. Third of 17 behind Ballynacree beaten 8l at 12-1 on his racecourse debut at Gowran Park over 2m (soft) last month.
OPERATING will have learned a lot from his debut second at Gowran Park last month and is entitled to come on for the run. The form of that bumper has work out well and a similar performance should suffice. Elsewhere, Catamongdepidgeons also warrants respect on his debut under Rules but Knocklong is feared most following a pleasing start last month.
Both Operating and Knocklong will almost certaintly stay further than 2m in time but that duo stand out in this contest nevertheless. Preference is for the latter who receives 12 lb from Operating due to his weight-for-age allowance. The market will prove illuminating where the newcomers are concerned but Centurian may well prove good enough to claim third place.
