Curragh 12062020

Irish 2000 Guineas Friday 12 June 2020

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WELCOME

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THE CURRAGH Where Champions Are Made Good Afternoon, May I take this opportunity to welcome you to the Curragh for Day 1 of the Tattersalls Irish Guineas Festival, even though I know that most of you will not be here in person. While this is a delayed start to the season for us, it is great that we are racing again, as racing drives the whole industry which is so important to the wider economy. We are disappointed that we can’t welcome everybody here in person, hopefully we will be able to before too long when it is safe to do so.

I would particularly like to thank the owners with runners here today. The owners make a very valuable contribution to racing, we are very grateful to you for your support and look forward to having you back soon. We will also miss our members and all our loyal customers who create great atmosphere in the Curragh.

I would also like to acknowledge the contribution of the officials from HRI and IHRB for their hard work and dedication to put all the protocols in place to allow us to race and to the trainers, jockey and stable staff for helping us stage two magnificent days of racing.

The Tattersalls Irish Guineas Festival holds a very important place in the racing calendar. It really kicks off the season with our first two classics of the year, the Tattersalls 1000 and 2000 Guineas.

These are two very prestigious races and have produced so many great winners over the years. We are very grateful to Tattersalls for their continued support which means so much to us.

The Tattersalls Irish 2000 Guineas is always a great contest and this year’s race promises to be no exception.

In addition to the Tattersalls 2000 Guineas, we have two other Group races today, the Coolmore Magna Grecia Mooresbridge Stakes and the Coolmore Ten Sovereigns Gallinule Stakes and these look like being two great renewals. We are very grateful to Coolmore for their generous sponsorship over the two days.

The Paddy Power Irish Lincolnshire is one of the great handicaps of the year and will be a very competitive contest. This is always a very popular race with the public, and we are grateful to Paddy Power who also have a permanent presence in the Curragh with their shop in the Champions Hall.

We would also like to thank the sponsors of our other races today, Tally Ho Stud, Equine Medirecord, Anglesey Lodge Equine Hospital and the Irish European Breeders Fund.

This has been a very difficult time for everybody as we work our way through Covid-19. On behalf of the Board and all my colleagues at the Curragh, I would like to say a very big thank you to our frontline workers who have done such a wonderful job in getting us all through this. Thankfully, we appear to be dealing with this challenge well as a country and this could not have happened without the efforts of these heroes.

I hope that you and your family are well and please stay safe and I look forward to welcoming you back to the Curragh before too long.

PAT KEOGH Chief Executive

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OFFICIALS

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FRIDAY

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JUNE

2020

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The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board is responsible for the integrity of Irish Racing.

UNDER THE RULES OF RACING

In fulfiling this role, they provide Stewards and professional Officials at all racemeetings to ensure that their rules are properly observed.

The following list of Stewards and Officials are officiating at today’s race meeting:

RECEIVER OF ENTRIES: Horse Racing Ireland, Ballymany, The Curragh, Co. Kildare.

ACTING STEWARDS: Mr. Justice Tony Hunt Mr. Donal H. Gavin Mr. John Martin-Smith Mr. N. P. Lambert Mr. P. D. Matthews

STAKEHOLDER: Horse Racing Ireland MEDICAL OFFICERS: Dr Bernard Healy Dr David McConaghy Dr Dermot Nolan

CLERK OF THE COURSE: Mr. B. Sheridan CLERK OF THE SCALES: Mr. Hugh Hynes

VETERINARY OFFICERS: Mr Joe O’Donnell Mr John Byrne Mr Errnan O’Donnell

ASSISTANT CLERK OF THE SCALES: Mr. L. Walsh STARTER: Mr. P. F. Graffin

FARRIERS: Eamon Behan Sean Kelly

JUDGE: Mr. A. L. McKeever HANDICAPPERS: Mr. G. O’Gorman & Mr. Mark Bird STEWARDS SECRETARY: Mr. M. F. O’Donoghue

No card authentic unless signed by the Clerk of the Course.

MEDICAL OFFICER: Dr. Jennifer Pugh VETERINARY OFFICER: Dr. Lynn Hillyer, M.R.C.V.S. VETERINARY ASSISTANTS: Mr. Declan Condell & Miss. Colleen Murphy

CLERK OF THE COURSE: Mr. B. Sheridan

SECURITY OFFICER: Mr. D. Buckley

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2020

FIXTURES Friday 26th June

TRM Premier Handicap Curragh Apprentice Derby

Saturday 27th June

Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby Comer Group International Vintage Crop Stakes GAIN Equine Nutrition First Flier Stakes Dubai Duty Free Celebration Stakes Dubai Duty Free Alleged Stakes

Sunday 28th June

Juddmonte Pretty Polly Stakes Weatherbys Ireland Greenlands Stakes Paddy Power Rockingham Handicap

Friday 10th July

SkyBet Race to the Ebor Premier Handicap

Saturday 18th July

Irish Oaks Paddy Power Minstrel Stakes GAIN Railway Stakes Comer Group International Curragh Cup

Sunday 19th July

Kilboy Estate Stakes Sapphire Stakes Airlie Stud Stakes

Sunday 26th July

Tattersalls Gold Cup

Sunday 9th August

Keeneland Phoenix Stakes Rathasker Stud Phoenix Sprint

Friday 14th August

Royal Whip Stakes Comer Group International Irish St Leger Trial

Saturday 22nd August

Galileo Futurity Stakes ARM Holding Debutante Stakes

Friday 28th August

Paddy Power Irish Cambridgeshire Flame of Tara Stakes Snow Fairy Stakes

Sunday 13th September

Longines Irish Champions Weekend

Saturday 26th September

Renaissance Stakes

Sunday 27th September

Smurfit Beresford Stakes Weld Park Stakes

Sunday 11th October

Jebel Ali Racecourse and Stables Anglesey Stakes Paddy Power Irish Cesarewitch Staffordstown Stud Stakes

Thursday 15th October Monday 2nd November Friday 6th November

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10 SEARCH FOR A SONG (24) Br Ch f Galileo - Polished Gem B Moyglare Stud Farm Ltd O Moyglare Stud Farm

(123) (8) 1241 F Chris Hayes J D K Weld T

DARK BLUE Lightly-raced filly who is fast developing into a quality performer, and she backed up her commendable Irish Oaks fourth by outclassing her Galtres Stakes rivals at York. Very interesting. Winning Range Gd-GF. Star Rating 3 Search For A Song 2 flat wins r51,499.70— Handicap Rating 105 Oisin Murphy 8.12 won 1 3/4L hd from Vivionn (GB) 8.12 and Spirit of Appin (GB) 9.7 YORK 22 AUG 10rn Listed 1m 3f 188yds Gd 2min 30.3sec 14/1 C.D. Hayes 9.0 1/2L 4 1/2L 3/4L 4th to Star Catcher (GB) 9.0 here 20 JUL 8rn Group 1 1m 4f Gd 2/1Fav C.D. Hayes 9.0 2 3/4L 2nd to Trethias (GB) 9.0 NAAS 26 JUN 9rn Listed 1m 2f Gd 16

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The Handicapper allots ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicapper to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability. The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions. A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring penalties and allowances). The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in non-handicapped races the rating shown is that each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed. Any subsequently published change rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating.

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RACE ONE

FIRST RACE 4.05P.M. THE TALLY-HO STUD IRISH EBF (C & G) MAIDEN OF W17,500 (PLUS 10 RACE)

5f

Five Furlongs (1,000 metres) Flying Post

Stalls Centre Of Course. Value to winner: r10325; Second: r3500; Third: r1750; Fourth: r875; Fifth: r525; Sixth: r350.

(For Race Conditions see page 39)

RACE SPONSOR

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Placepot - Races 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 & 6. Jackpot – Races 3, 4, 5 & 6.

PLAY THE PLACEPOT NOW! TRIFECTA RACE Br Breeding

B Breeder

No Horse

1 ADMIRAL NELSON (GB) (-)

O Owner

F Form

J Jockey

T Trainer

Age st lb

(lbs) Draw

2 9 2

(128) (2)

Br B c Kingman (GB) - Shamandar (FR) B Mr & Mrs R & P Scott O Michael Tabor & Derrick Smith & Mrs John Magnier

F

Wayne Lordan J A P O’Brien T

Cost £440,000 last summer and he is out of a mare who scored at Listed level as a juvenile. It would be no surprise to see him in the mix this afternoon. Star Rating 5

2 BROKERS TIP (-)

2 9 2

Br Ch c Anjaal (GB) - Playful Promises B Cooneen Stud O Brian Bunyan

(128) (1) F

Leigh Roche J D J Bunyan T

A half-brother to Liquid, who won twice over 5f. There is plenty of speed in his pedigree but this event may be too competitive for him on his racecourse debut today. Star Rating 3

3 COOPER’S HAWK (-)

2 9 2

Br B c Awtaad - La Negra B Townbraccan Enterprises Ltd O Mill House LLC

(128) (10) F

Shane Foley J Mrs John Harrington T

Out of a full-sister to the Listed winner and multiple Group-placed Gabrial. The yard have already had a two-year-old winner this week and he certainly merits a market inspection. Star Rating 4

4 CURSORY EXAM (GB) (-)

2 9 2

Br B g Due Diligence (USA) - Woolfall Rose (GB) B W H R John and Partners O Lance Bloodstock Limited

(128) (8) F

Chris Hayes J Gerard O’Leary T

Cost €27,000 as a yearling and he is a half-brother to Rose Tinted Spirit, who won over 1m 1f and 1m 2f. May have to settle for a minor role in this contest. Star Rating 2

5 IRISH CHIEF (USA) (-)

2 9 2

Br B c War Front (USA) - Wedding Vow B OCW Bloodstock O Michael Tabor & Derrick Smith & Mrs John Magnier

(128) (11) F

P B Beggy J A P O’Brien T

Out of a mare who won a Group 2 over 1m 1f and she is from the family of Dylan Thomas and Queen’s Logic.

Has to be of some interest this afternoon. Star Rating 4

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2 9 2

Br B c Heeraat - Suzie Quw (GB) B Mickley Stud O Mrs M Harty

(128) (4) F

Gearoid Brouder (7) J Sabrina J Harty T

Half-brother to Pomme De Terre, who won three times over 6f. His dam won as a juvenile but a watching brief is advised given the apparent strength of this contest. Star Rating 2

7 LUNAR SPACE (-)

2 9 2

Br Ch c Dawn Approach - Luminaria B J S Bolger O Mrs J S Bolger

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(128) (6) F

Kevin Manning J J S Bolger T

A half-brother to the Listed winner Paene Magnus and he also shares his page with the likes of Cuis Ghaire and Gile Na Greine. Any market support would have to be noted. Star Rating 4

8 MATEO CRUZ (-)

2 9 2

Br Br c Elzaam (AUS) - Gangster Squad (FR) B Mr Liam Foley O Mrs E P Harty

(128) (5) F

M A Gallagher J Edward P Harty T

A full-brother to the 6f juvenile winner Vormir and his dam also scored as a two-year-old. That said, others appear to be safer picks in this contest. Star Rating 2

9 MERCHANTS QUAY (FR) (-)

2 9 2

Br Ch c No Nay Never (USA) - Painting B S A R L De Chambure Haras D’etreham O Derrick Smith & Mrs John Magnier & Michael Tabor

(128) (3) F

Seamie Heffernan J A P O’Brien T

Half-brother to Pisanello, who won twice at 1m including a Listed race. Connections parted with €300,000 to purchase him last year and he is another member of a strong Ballydoyle squad. Star Rating 4

10 PUERTO DE VEGA (GB) (-)

2 9 2

Br Ch c Lope de Vega - Exotic Isle (GB) B Eminent Kind Ltd O Ballylinch Stud

(128) (9) F

Ben Coen (3) J J P Murtagh T

A 90,000gns purchase who is a half-brother to Qaroun, a three-time winner between 7f and 1m. May be one for the future following this first race experience. Star Rating 3

11 TAMMANY HALL (-)

2 9 2

Br Ch c No Nay Never (USA) - Anna David (GB) B Miss Anna Giunta O C’est La Vie Syndicate

(128) (12) F

N G McCullagh J Charles O’Brien T

A 38,000gns purchase who is out of a 1m 2f winner. By No Nay Never but given the stamina on his dam’s side he may be better over further than this in time. Star Rating 3.

12 ZOFFANY’S DELIGHT (-)

2 9 2

(128) (7)

Br Ch c Zoffany - Shelley Beach F B Lynch - Bages & Longfield Stud Declan McDonogh J O Chanelle Phar Ltd Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

A half-brother to The Irish Rover, who was third in the Group 1 Phoenix Stakes as a two-year-old. Connections parted with 120,000gns as a yearling and he should not be underestimated. Star Rating 4

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RACE ONE

6 I’VE GOT WINGS (GB) (-)

RACE ONE

CPiece worn by No. 7.

Probable Starting Prices - 5/2 Merchants Quay (FR), 9/2 Admiral Nelson (GB), 6/1 Lunar Space, 7/1 Cooper’s Hawk, Zoffany’s Delight, 8/1 Irish Chief (USA), 14/1 Puerto De Vega (GB), 16/1 Brokers Tip, 25/1 Cursory Exam (GB), Mateo Cruz, Tammany Hall, 33/1 I’ve Got Wings (GB)

2019 - 1st Arizona 2nd King Of Athens (USA) 3rd New World Tapestry (USA)

CURRAGH COMMENT Given how well Aidan O’Brien’s string have been running of late the Ballydoyle trio all merit the utmost respect. ADMIRAL NELSON is arguably the pick having set a new record for the highestpriced yearling to be sold at the Goffs UK Premier Yearling Sale last summer at £440,000. The son of Kingman is out of a Listed-winning mare and it would be no surprise if he were to play a leading role today. Irish Chief and Merchants Quay also merit plenty of consideration, while Cooper’s Hawk and Zoffany’s Delight are the pick of the remainder.

WIN: ADMIRAL NELSON

DANGER: IRISH CHIEF

PLUS 10 BONUS SCHEME The connections of the winner, if qualified under the Rules of the Plus 10 bonus scheme, will share a prize of €12,500.

HORSE WELFARE - A PRIORITY At every race meeting there are specially qualified equine veterinary surgeons on duty to look after the wellbeing of all the horses racing. There is a vet in attendance at the start of each race who, follows the horses throughout the race and is quickly on hand if a casualty occurs.

It is normal procedure to erect screens around any horse receiving veterinary treatment. This allows the veterinary surgeon some privacy to fully assess the horses’ injuries and race goers should not assume the worst if screens are erected around an injured horse.

The Blue Cross ambulance is always present to transport the horse back to the stable yard for further treatment if necessary.

A second veterinary surgeon is in attendance in the stable yard to assess and treat any horses requiring such attention post race. The horses’ welfare is always our priority.

THE ASSOCIATION OF IRISH RACECOURSE VETERINARY SURGEONS (AIRCVS)

THE CURRAGH RACECOURSEWOULD TO THANK THE FOLLOWING SPONSORS OF THE TATTERSALLS IRISH GUINEAS WEEKEND

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SECOND RACE 4.40P.M.

1m 2f

THE IRISH STALLION FARMS EBF (C & G) MAIDEN OF W15,000 (PLUS 10 RACE)

One Mile and Two Furlongs (2,000 metres) Waterford Post

Starting from stalls. Value to winner: r8850; Second: r3000; Third: r1500; Fourth: r750; Fifth: r450; Sixth: r300.

RACE TWO

(For Race Conditions see page 39)

RACE SPONSOR

The Irish EBF will sponsor a prize to be awarded to the winning owner and to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse.

TRIFECTA RACE Br Breeding

B Breeder

No Horse

1 AISEIRIGH (-)

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Br B c Teofilo - Aiseiri B J S Bolger O Y H Yue

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Kevin Manning J J S Bolger T

He comes from a family that contains winners over this distance and represents a stable whose string have been running fairly well since the resumption of racing on Monday. Star Rating 3

2 CABOT HILLS (294)

3 9 7

(133) (6)

Br B c Gleneagles - Peeping Fawn (USA) 27- F B Coolmore Gavin Ryan (5) J O Derrick Smith & Mrs John Magnier & Michael Tabor Donnacha Aidan O’Brien T

Failed to build on his debut performance when a beaten favourite here last August. That said, his pedigree suggests he will improve with age, being out of multiple Group 1 winner Peeping Fawn. Star Rating 4 Cabot Hills 3/1Fav R.L. Moore 9.5 8L 7th of 16 to Sinawann 9.5 here 23 AUG 19 mdn 1m Gd /Yld 13/2 J.A. Heffernan 9.5 5L 2nd to Free Solo 9.5 LEP 25 JUL 19 8rn mdn 1m Gd

3 CANFORD LIGHT (217)

3 9 7

Br B c Canford Cliffs - Way of Light B Edgeridge Ltd O Mrs Helen Mullins & Edward Fitzpatrick

(133) (4)

09- F Ben Coen (3) J Thomas Mullins T

He finished down the field when running twice in quick succession last November and was gelded over the winter.

Others are likely to have his measure today. Star Rating 2 Canford Light 25/1 J.M. Sheridan 8.12 9 1/2L 9th of 13 to Ocean Monarch 9.5 DUN 8 NOV 19 mdn 1m Std 66/1 N.G. McCullagh 9.5 14L 12th of 17 to Nobel Prize 9.5 NAAS 3 NOV 19 mdn 1m Hvy

4 COVENTRY (257)

3 9 7

(133) (11)

Br B c Galileo - Moonstone (GB) 0- F B Coolmore Wayne Lordan J O Michael Tabor & Derrick Smith & Mrs John Magnier & Flaxman Stables Ireland Ltd A P O’Brien T

A well-bred individual who struggled to land a blow on his racecourse debut here last September. That effort came on heavy ground so he is worth another chance on a much quicker surface. Star Rating 4 Coventry 10/1 J.A. Heffernan 9.5 22L 17th of 19 to Pablo Diablo 9.5 here 29 SEP 19 mdn 7f Hvy

5 DAWN RISING (230)

3 9 7

Br B c Galileo - Devoted To You B Barronstown Stud O Michael Tabor & Derrick Smith & Mrs John Magnier

(133) (2)

5- F P B Beggy J A P O’Brien T

Pitched in at the deep end on his debut at Leopardstown when last of 5 in a Group 3 in October. This rates as an easier assignment and he appears the pick of the O’Brien runners. Star Rating 5 Dawn Rising 5/1 D. O’Brien 9.3 8L last of 5 to Degraves 9.3 LEP 26 OCT 19 Group 3 1m 1f Sft/Hvy

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6 FREE ROYAL (351)

3 9 7

Br B c Free Eagle - Marque Royale (GB) B Tinnakill Bloodstock O John Lavery

(133) (21)

0- F Robbie Colgan J Ms Sheila Lavery T

7 GALILEO CHROME (237)

3 9 7

(133) (1)

Br B c Australia (GB) - Curious Mind (GB) 5- F B Mr Mohamed Ali Meddeb Shane Crosse (3) J O Mohamed Ali Meddeb Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

He ran with some encouragement on his first outing at Leopardstown in October and promises to benefit from the step up in trip on the evidence of his finishing effort. Star Rating 4 Galileo Chrome 33/1 S.M. Crosse 9.0 8 1/2L 5th of 13 to Celtic High King 9.5 LEP 19 OCT 19 mdn 1m Sft

8 HOWEY (-)

3 9 7

Br B c Camelot (GB) - Centreofattention (AUS) B Lynch Bages Ltd & Rhinestone B/Stock O Williams/Gudinski/Ateam Syndicate

(TStrap)

(133) (19) F

Declan McDonogh J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

DARK BLUE, white armlet, white cap

A €140,000 purchase at the Goffs Orby Yearling sale and his half-brother was placed at Group 3 level over this distance. Any market support would make him of interest. Star Rating 3

9 IRISH MASTER (81) Br Gr Ro c Mastercraftsman - Selva Real (GB) B Redpender Stud Ltd O Jon Kelly

3 9 7

(133) (15)

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0 F Tom Madden J Mrs John Harrington T

He appears to be the second string from the stable with a pair of blinkers applied to sharpen him up after his debut performance at Naas. Star Rating 2 Irish Master 33/1 T.P. Madden 9.7 12L 10th of 17 to Russian Emperor 9.7 NAAS 23 MAR mdn 1m Sft/Hvy

10 KHAIRY (294)

3 9 7

Br Ch c Teofilo - Tamadhor B Shadwell Estate Company Limited O Hamdan Al Maktoum

(TStrap)

(133) (9)

8- F Chris Hayes J Kevin Prendergast T

He was fancied to make an impact on his debut when eighth to 2000 Guineas runner-up Wichita here last August and is expected to step forward with the application of a tongue-tie to aid his cause. Star Rating 3 Khairy 7/1 C.D. Hayes 9.5 5 3/4L 8th of 18 to Wichita 9.5 here 23 AUG 19 mdn 7f Yld

11 KING ARTHURS SWORD (392)

3 9 7

Br B c Camelot (GB) - Balakera B Sebastian Curran O Michael O’Callaghan

(133) (17)

0- F Leigh Roche J M D O’Callaghan T

Only beat one rival home on his debut at Leopardstown last May when sent off favourite. That, however, didn’t appear to be his true running and he is definitely worth another chance. Star Rating 3 King Arthurs Sword 11/4Fav L.F. Roche 9.5 14L 10th of 11 to Mohican Heights 9.5 LEP 17 MAY 19 mdn 7f Gd /Yld

12 KING OF THE THRONE (USA) (203) 3 9 7 Br Ch c Hard Spun (USA) - You Make Luvin Fun (USA) B Mount Brilliant Farm & Ranch, LLC O Emmet Mullins

(TStrap)

(133) (14)

4963- F Billy Lee J Emmet Mullins T

He was highly tried last season, finishing sixth to Kameko in the Vertem Futurity at Newcastle, and he could put his experience to good use against this field. Star Rating 4 King Of The Throne (USA) — Handicap Rating 92 15/8Fav G.F. Carroll 9.5 3/4L nk 3rd to Psyche (GB) 9.5 DUN 22 NOV 19 13rn mdn 1m Std P.Hanagan 9.1 11L 6th of 11 to Kameko (USA) 9.1 NEWCASTLE 1 NOV 19 Group 1 1m 5yds AWT 9/1 R.P. Whelan 9.5 14L 9th of 13 to Celtic High King 9.5 LEP 19 OCT 19 mdn 1m Sft 13

RACE TWO

A €13,000 purchase who showed signs of inexperience on his debut at the course last June. He will need to improve a fair amount to feature on this occasion. Star Rating 2 Free Royal 50/1 R.C. Colgan 9.5 15L last of 11 to Armory 9.5 here 27 JUN 19 mdn 7f Gd /Yld

13 LOUGH CUTRA (GB) (81)

3 9 7

Br B c Oasis Dream (GB) - Zulema (GB) B Juddmonte Farms (East) Ltd O K Abdullah

(133) (3)

2-3 F Colin Keane J G M Lyons T

RACE TWO

Placed on both his outings to date and he rates a key player with the potential for improvement tackling faster ground for the first time, along with the step up to 1m 2f. Star Rating 4 Lough Cutra (GB) 3/1 C.T. Keane 9.7 s/hd 3/4L 3rd to Russian Emperor 9.7 NAAS 23 MAR 17rn mdn 1m Sft/Hvy 100/30 C.T. Keane 9.5 1/2L 2nd to Ten Year Ticket 9.5 here 22 OCT 19 14rn mdn 7f Sft

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3 9 7

Br B g Sea The Stars - Mona Brown B Michael Ryan O M A Ryan

(133) (16) F

N G McCullagh J John M Oxx T

Cost 48,000 euros as a yearling and boasts a pedigree that suggests he will be more at home tackling longer trips than he encounters on this occasion. Star Rating 3

15 SERPENTINE (269)

3 9 7

Br Ch c Galileo - Remember When B Coolmore O Mrs John Magnier & Michael Tabor & Derrick Smith

(133) (7)

0- F Seamie Heffernan J A P O’Brien T

Comes from a blue-blood family, being related to several Group winners and his dam was placed in the Oaks.

He is likely to have learnt plenty on his debut at Galway. Star Rating 4 Serpentine 10/1 W.M. Lordan 9.5 16L 10th of 11 to Persia 9.5 GAL 17 SEP 19 mdn 1m 123yds Sft

16 SIN E SHEKELLS (GB) (81)

3 9 7

Br Ch g Bated Breath (GB) - Meddling (GB) B Treacy Bloodstock Ltd O Raymond Treacy

(133) (5)

0 F Joe Doyle J Denis Gerard Hogan T

Steps up markedly in distance having raced over 6f on his sole outing at Naas in March and has plenty to find with the leading contenders on that performance. Star Rating 2 Sin E Shekells (GB) 66/1 James J. Doyle 9.7 18L 11th of 18 to Woodford General 9.4 NAAS 23 MAR mdn 6f Sft/Hvy

17 TIMOURID (81)

3 9 7

Br B g Gleneagles - Timabiyra B His Highness the Aga Khan’s Studs S C O H H Aga Khan

(133) (12)

4-0 F Oisin Orr J D K Weld T

Showed some promise on his sole juvenile outing but was unable to progress as expected when down the field at Naas. He has since been gelded which could make a difference. Star Rating 3 Timourid 16/1 B.M. Coen 9.4 13L 11th of 17 to Russian Emperor 9.7 NAAS 23 MAR mdn 1m Sft/Hvy 10/1 O.J. Orr 9.5 5 1/2L 1 1/4L 4 1/2L 4th to Geometrical 9.5 GOW 14 AUG 19 10rn mdn 1m Yld

18 YULONG MAGICREEF (-)

3 9 7

Br B g Fastnet Rock (AUS) - Lindikhaya B Forenaghts Stud Farm O Zhang Yuesheng

(133) (13) F

Shane Foley J Mrs John Harrington T

Cost €55,000 as a yearling and represents a team who have begun strongly this week, so any positive moves in the market should be noted. Star Rating 3

RESERVES 19 ZANAHIYR (234)

3 9 7

Br Ch c Nathaniel - Zariyna B His Highness The Aga Khan’s Studs S C O H H Aga Khan

(133) (20)

6- F Ronan Whelan J M Halford T

GREEN, red epaulettes, red cap

He shaped better than his finishing position suggests when sixth here on debut in October and the step up in distance looks sure to be in his favour if getting a run. Star Rating 3 Zanahiyr 16/1 R.P. Whelan 9.5 4 1/2L 6th of 14 to Ten Year Ticket 9.5 here 22 OCT 19 mdn 7f Sft

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20 DELPHI (250)

3 9 7

Br B c Galileo - Bye Bye Birdie B Coolmore O Derrick Smith & Mrs John Magnier & Michael Tabor

(Blinkers)

(133) (8)

7- F J

A P O’Brien T

21 ASHTARAK (237)

3 9 7

Br B c Sea The Stars - Askeria B His Highness the Aga Khan’s Studs S C O H H Aga Khan

(133) (10)

0- F J

D K Weld T

Boasts a strong pedigree, being closely related to Azamour, and didn’t appear to be in love with soft ground on his first start at Leopardstown. Interesting contender if making the field. Star Rating 3 Ashtarak 14/1 O.J. Orr 9.5 18L 10th of 13 to Celtic High King 9.5 LEP 19 OCT 19 mdn 1m Sft

Blinkers worn by No. 9, No. 20. TStrap worn by No. 8, No. 10, No. 12.

Probable Starting Prices - 4/1 Lough Cutra (GB), 11/2 King Of The Throne (USA), 6/1 Serpentine, 7/1 Cabot Hills, 8/1 Dawn Rising, 10/1 Aiseirigh, Howey, 12/1 Galileo Chrome, Khairy, 14/1 Yulong Magicreef, 16/1 Coventry, 20/1 King Arthurs Sword, Mona’s Star, 25/1 Timourid, 33/1 Canford Light, Irish Master, 50/1 Free Royal, 66/1 Sin E Shekells (GB)

No corresponding race.

CURRAGH COMMENT Aidan O’Brien holds a strong hand with preference of his runners going to DAWN RISING. The son of Galileo was considered good enough to run in a Group 3 on his debut at Leopardstown in October and, despite finishing last on that occasion, he is expected to have benefited plenty from that experience. Serpentine is related to plenty of Group winners and warrants the utmost respect with Seamie Heffernan onboard, while others worth considering include Lough Cutra, who has placed on both his starts to date, and Cabot Hills, who has switched to Donnacha O’Brien over the winter.

WIN: DAWN RISING

DANGER: LOUGH CUTRA

PLUS 10 BONUS SCHEME The connections of the winner, if qualified under the Rules of the Plus 10 bonus scheme, will share a prize of €12,500.

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He is entitled to have improved from his first outing at Tipperary in October, with the application of blinkers and drier ground also potentially helping him. Second reserve. Star Rating 3 Delphi 16/1 M.C. Hussey 9.5 18L 7th of 11 to Sunchart (GB) 9.0 TIPP 6 OCT 19 mdn 1m 1f Sft/Hvy

THIRD RACE 5.10P.M. THE EQUINE MEDIRECORD HANDICAP OF W21,000

6f

Six Furlongs (1,200 metres) Three Quarter Mile Post

Stalls Centre of Course. Handicaps calculated 8th June. Value to winner: r12390; Second: r4200; Third: r2100; Fourth: r1050; Fifth: r630; Sixth: r420.

(For Race Conditions see page 39)

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RACE THREE

Jackpot – Races 3, 4, 5 & 6. PLAY THE JACKPOT NOW! TRIFECTA RACE Br Breeding

B Breeder

No Horse

1 FLASH GORDON (349)

O Owner

F Form

J Jockey

T Trainer

Age st lb

(lbs) Draw

4 10 0

(140) (6)

Br B c Kodiac (GB) - Oasis Sunset B Gigginstown House Stud O Ms Fiona Carmichael

1330- F Shane Foley J Mrs John Harrington T

A winner at Naas on his debut last spring and he was then seen in some hot contests as the season developed.

He makes his handicap debut today for a shrewd yard and requires consideration. Winning Range GY. Star Rating 4 Flash Gordon 1 flat win r9,856.00 D — Handicap Rating 96 8/1 HR96 S. Foley 9.0 12L 10th of 12 to Speak In Colours (GB) 9.12 here 29 JUN 19 Listed 6f Gd 12/1 S. Foley 9.2 2 1/4L 1 3/4L 3rd to So Perfect (USA) 9.0 NAAS 19 MAY 19 10rn Group 3 6f Gd /Frm 15/2 S. Foley 9.3 1 1/4L s/hd 3rd to Shelir 9.3 here 6 MAY 19 10rn Listed 7f Yld

2 GEOLOGICAL (127)

8 9 11

(137) (5)

Br B g Rock Of Gibraltar - Bean Uasal 1107-88 F B Mrs Helen Keaveney Gavin Ryan (5) J O Grougha Stables Limited Damian Joseph English T

This versatile performer has won 13 times in his career, but has become somewhat an all-weather specialist of late.

Looks up against it here on his first outing since a trip to Dubai. Winning Range GY-GF & AW. Star Rating 2 Geological 13 flat wins r150,221.70 D — Handicap Rating 93 Vanessa Maye 8.3 4 1/2L 8th of 10 to Beyond Reason 9.2 MEYDAN 6 FEB hcp 7f Gd Vanessa Maye 8.2 4 1/4L 8th of 16 to Roulston Scar 9.1 MEYDAN 16 JAN 6f Gd 14/1 HR96 Vanessa Maye 8.10 8 3/4L 7th of 12 to Yuften (GB) 8.6 DUN 20 DEC 19 hcp 7f Std

3 VERHOYEN (GB) (243)

5 9 11

Br B g Piccolo (GB) - Memory Lane (GB) (Blinkers) B Miss K Rausing O Paul Cullen & Joseph E Keeling & E J Dwyer & Patrick Pearse

(137) (4)

342172- F Billy Lee J M C Grassick T

He possesses a fine track record, including a course-and-distance victory, and he is just 2lb higher than when denied by a short head here on his final outing of 2019. Winning Range Yld-Gd & AW. Star Rating 4 Verhoyen (GB) 3 flat wins r87,918.00 CD — Handicap Rating 93 10/1 HR91 W.J. Lee 9.9 (BK) s/hd 2nd to Miacomet 7.13 here 13 OCT 19 12rn hcp 6f Sft/Hvy 9/1 HR91 W.J. Lee 9.5 (BK) 7 1/4L 7th of 20 to Make A Challenge 9.8 here 28 SEP 19 Ext hcp 5f Sft 14/1 HR80 R.P. Cleary 8.4 (BK) won 3/4L 2 3/4L from Buffer Zone (GB) 9.2 and Ice Cold In Alex 8.5 here 20 JUL 19 19rn Ext hcp 6f 63yds Gd 1min 14.3sec

4 CITYMAN (GB) (224)

4 9 10

Br Br g Slade Power - Ebrah (GB) B Springcombe Park Stud O Michael G Quinlan

(136) (3)

177168- F Ben Coen (3) J Andrew Slattery T

A solid enough performer who is more than capable of playing a part, but he could be in the grip of the handicapper at present some 7lb higher than his last winning mark. Winning Range Gd-GF & AW. Star Rating 2 Cityman (GB) 3 flat wins r38,440.00 D — Handicap Rating 92 7/1 HR93 A.J. Slattery 9.0 (BK) 4 3/4L 8th of 13 to Geological 8.2 DUN 1 NOV 19 hcp 6f Std 11/1 HR93 A.J. Slattery 9.1 (BK) 6 3/4L 6th of 20 to Make A Challenge 9.8 here 28 SEP 19 Ext hcp 5f Sft 8/1 HR85 A.J. Slattery 8.5 (BK) won 1 3/4L 1L from Only Spoofing 8.13 and Blue Uluru 9.4 NAV 7 SEP 19 12rn hcp 5f Gd /Frm 59.4sec

5 ARDHOOMEY (233) Br B g Dark Angel - Moy Joy B John Quinn O Moyville Racing Syndicate

8 9 8 (TStrap)

(134) (11)

788288- F Colin Keane J G M Lyons T

The eight-year-old has a course Group 2 and Listed contest amongst his five career wins and can’t be ignored here off a nice mark, with his most recent outings better than the bare results suggest. Winning Range Hvy-GF & AW. Star Rating 5 Ardhoomey 6 flat wins r217,800.00 C — Handicap Rating 90 8/1 HR94 C.T. Keane 9.13 (TS) 6L 8th of 16 to All The King’s Men 10.1 NAV 23 OCT 19 Ext hcp 5f 164yds Yld/Sft 11/2 HR94 C.T. Keane 9.12 (TS) 3 3/4L 8th of 12 to Miacomet 7.13 here 13 OCT 19 hcp 6f Sft/Hvy 12/1 HR94 G.F. Carroll 9.8 (TS) 6L 2nd to Make A Challenge 9.8 here 28 SEP 19 20rn Ext hcp 5f Sft 16

6 ALFREDO ARCANO (97)

6 9 4

Br B g Arcano - Cheherazad B Ronnie Boland O Laurence O’Kane & Ms Melanie Marnane

(H,T)

(130) (8)

3541-80 F Oisin Orr J David Marnane T

He is much more at home on the all-weather, but his sole turf victory came at this track and the talented Oisin Orr returns to the saddle. Winning Range GF & AW. Star Rating 3 Alfredo Arcano 9 flat wins r103,373.00 C D — Handicap Rating 86 Fernando Jara 9.0 (H) (TS) 8 1/4L 10th of 14 to Wafy 9.0 MEYDAN 7 MAR Group 3 6f Frm Pat Cosgrave 9.0 (H) (TS) 8 1/2L last of 8 to Gladiator King (USA) 9.2 MEYDAN 30 JAN Group 3 6f Frm 6/4Fav HR98 W.J. Lee 9.10 (H) (TS) won 1/2L 1/2L from Arcanears 7.11 and War Hero 8.5 DUN 13 DEC 19 9rn hcp 6f Std 1min 12.1sec

5 9 3

Br B g Arcano - Ondeafears B Mrs Carol Roper O Mrs C Roper

(129) (10)

152-214 F Ronan Whelan J M Halford T

A course and distance winner who was in fine form on the all-weather at Dundalk over the winter and was a respectable fourth when last seen at Naas in March. Winning Range Hvy & AW. Star Rating 4 Arcanears 3 flat wins r22,487.50 CD — Handicap Rating 85 12/1 HR88 L.W. Browne 8.13 4L 3L hd 4th to Fastar 9.1 NAAS 23 MAR 14rn Ext hcp 6f Sft/Hvy 11/8Fav HR79 R.P. Whelan 9.11 won 3/4L 2 3/4L from Tommy Taylor (USA) 9.12 and Red Cymbal (GB) 8.10 DUN 17 JAN 14rn hcp 6f Std 1min 12.1sec 9/2 HR79 E.A. Fitzgerald 8.12 1 3/4L 2nd to Red Cymbal (GB) 7.13 DUN 3 JAN 13rn hcp 5f Std

8 ICE COLD IN ALEX (272) Br B g Olden Times (GB) - Telesina (ITY) B Thomas Kinsella O Middleham Park Racing Ireland

6 9 3 (TStrap)

(129) (14)

1-32343- F N G McCullagh J K J Condon T

A versatile and consistent performer who wasn’t beaten far when third off this mark at Leopardstown when last seen.

There could be plenty more to come and he has to be given plenty of respect. Winning Range Gd-GF & AW. Star Rating 4 Ice Cold In Alex 4 flat wins r50,140.00 C — Handicap Rating 85 15/2 HR85 N.G. McCullagh 8.12 (TS) nk nk 3rd to Current Option 8.12 LEP 14 SEP 19 17rn Ext hcp 7f Gd 12/1 HR84 N.G. McCullagh 8.6 (TS) 3/4L hd 3/4L 4th to Jassaar (GB) 8.8 here 30 AUG 19 25rn Ext hcp 1m Gd /Yld 13/2 HR83 N.G. McCullagh 8.5 (TS) 3/4L 2 3/4L 3rd to Verhoyen (GB) 8.4 here 20 JUL 19 19rn Ext hcp 6f 63yds Gd

9 DARK VADER (3)

3 9 2

(128) (15)

Br Gr c Dark Angel - Cheetah (GB) 4-12124 F B Woodnook Farm Pty Ltd Dylan Browne McMonagle (7) J O Hayden,Casse,All In Line Partnership Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

All three of his victories have come at Dundalk, but he went close at Naas off this rating in March and ran with credit when reappearing in a Leopardstown Listed contest earlier this week. Winning Range AW. Star Rating 4 Dark Vader 3 flat wins r26,580.00 D — Handicap Rating 92 11/2 HR92 D.P. McDonogh 9.5 nk 1 3/4L 2L 4th to Ten Year Ticket 9.5 LEP 9 JUN 7rn Listed 7f Gd /Frm 5/2Fav HR92 D. McMonagle 8.7 4L 2nd to Fastar 9.1 NAAS 23 MAR 14rn Ext hcp 6f Sft/Hvy 15/8 HR92 D. McMonagle 8.13 won nk 3/4L from You’resobeautiful 8.8 and The King Of Kells 9.3 DUN 13 MAR 6rn 6f Std 1min 12.4sec

10 ZIG ZAG ZYGGY (289)

5 9 0

Br B g The Carbon Unit (USA) - Dancing Cosmos B Thistle Bloodstock Limited O Thistle Bloodstock Limited

(126) (12)

819726- F Kevin Manning J Andrew Hughes T

Often seen on raiding missions to the UK and was a winner at Hamilton over this trip last season. Appears weighted to his best, but the booking of the experienced Kevin Manning is a positive. Winning Range Sft-GF & AW. Star Rating 3 Zig Zag Zyggy 4 flat wins r25,011.90— Handicap Rating 82 T.P. O’Shea 9.7 4L 6th of 10 to Holmeswood (GB) 9.6 MUSSELBUR 28 AUG 19 hcp (66-85)5f 1yds Gd T.P. O’Shea 9.8 ns 2nd to Orion’s Bow (GB) 9.1 HAMILTON 19 JUL 19 4rn hcp (66-85)5f 7yds Sft Rowan Scott 9.7 (V) 15L last of 7 to Dapper Man 9.4 HAMILTON 27 JUN 19 hcp (61-80)5f 7yds Gd /Frm

11 MARY SALOME (81) Br Gr f Zebedee (GB) - Christa Maria (GB) B Noel O’Callaghan O Frederik Tylicki & Paul A Clarke

4 8 13 (TStrap)

(125) (16)

50030-0 F Gary Carroll J Madeleine Tylicki T

Her latest efforts have been disappointing, but she often saves her best for this track, including when third off a 1lb higher mark in October. Declared to run at Gowran yesterday. Winning Range Sft-Gd. Star Rating 3 Mary Salome 2 flat wins r27,695.00— Handicap Rating 81 33/1 HR82 G.F. Carroll 9.3 17L 12th of 14 to Fastar 9.1 NAAS 23 MAR Ext hcp 6f Sft/Hvy 12/1 HR83 K.J. Manning 9.2 16L 13th of 16 to All The King’s Men 10.1 NAV 23 OCT 19 Ext hcp 5f 164yds Yld/Sft 9/1 HR82 C.D. Hayes 8.13 s/hd 1/2L 3rd to Miacomet 7.13 here 13 OCT 19 12rn hcp 6f Sft/Hvy

12 NORDIC PASSAGE (4) Br B g Dabirsim (FR) - Nordic Spruce (USA) B Ammerland Verwaltung GMBH & Co Kg O Hugh P Ward

5

8 13?+2 (125) (13)

(TStrap) (6lb extra) 95-1801 F Donagh O’Connor (3) J J F Levins T

Dropped back to this distance in style when scoring comfortably at Naas on Monday and looks set for another big performance under a penalty if arriving in the same form. Winning Range GF & AW. Star Rating 4 Nordic Passage 3 flat wins r16,076.50 D — Handicap Rating 81 14/1 HR75 D.W. O’Connor 9.13 (TS) won 3 3/4L s/hd from Doonard Prince 8.4 and Eleuthera (GB) 8.11 NAAS 8 JUN 17rn hcp (50-75)6f Gd /Frm 1min 11.1sec 15/2 HR76 D.W. O’Connor 9.7 (H) (TS) 6L 11th of 14 to Mutadaawel 9.5 DUN 13 MAR Ext hcp 1m Std 11/2 HR77 D.W. O’Connor 9.10 (H) (TS) 7 1/2L 8th of 12 to Bucky Larson 10.0 DUN 21 FEB Ext hcp 1m Std 17

RACE THREE

7 ARCANEARS (81)

13 FRIDTJOF NANSEN (GB) (210) Br B g Kyllachy (GB) - Thankful (GB) B T J Cooper O Francis O’Carroll

5 8 10 (Blinkers)

(122) (1)

429500- F M A Gallagher J Kieran P Cotter T

Has failed to hit the target off this mark on his last four outings and, despite often running well at this track, the ground could prove a little on the quick side. Winning Range Yld. Star Rating 2 Fridtjof Nansen (GB) 1 flat win r6,796.50 C — Handicap Rating 78 13/2 HR78 D.P. McDonogh 9.11 (BK) 4L 11th of 14 to Arcanears 9.1 DUN 15 NOV 19 hcp 5f Std 8/1 HR78 C.T. Keane 9.7 (BK) 11L 14th of 18 to Tide Of Time (GB) 9.0 NAAS 3 NOV 19 hcp 5f Hvy 6/1 HR78 D.P. McDonogh 8.10 1 1/4L 5th of 12 to Miacomet 7.13 here 13 OCT 19 hcp 6f Sft/Hvy

14 MAID OF SPIRIT (244)

5 8 9

RACE THREE

Br Br f Invincible Spirit - Indian Maiden B C F Harrington O C F Harrington

(TStrap)

(121) (2)

353160- F Chris Hayes J K J Condon T

She was a winner on soft ground at Salisbury when with Clive Cox last season, but is 7lb higher here and a watching brief is advised on her first outing on these shores. Winning Range Sft-Gd. Star Rating 2 Maid Of Spirit 2 flat wins r10,588.80— Handicap Rating 77 Adam Kirby 9.1 11L 11th of 15 to Richenza (FR) 9.1 NEWMARKET 12 OCT 19 Listed 6f Sft Adam Kirby 9.4 3L 6th of 9 to Harry Hurricane (GB) 9.4 WINDSOR 2 SEP 19 hcp (66-80)5f 21yds Gd /Frm Adam Kirby 9.2 won 2 1/4L nk from Texting (GB) 9.7 and Gnaad 9.2 SALISBURY 14 AUG 19 7rn hcp (61-80)5f Sft 1min 2.3sec

15 MIACOMET (222)

4 8 8

Br B f Dandy Man - Moon Unit B Killarkin Stud O Mrs Paula Davison

(120) (7)

213168- F Andrew Slattery (5) J Jack W Davison T

She is often seen at her best when the ground is slower than this, including when a winner over course and distance in October. She is 3lb higher than that success. Winning Range SH-YS. Star Rating 3 Miacomet 2 flat wins r16,843.50 CD — Handicap Rating 76 9/1 HR76 A.J. Slattery 9.0 6 1/2L 8th of 18 to Tide Of Time (GB) 9.0 NAAS 3 NOV 19 hcp 5f Hvy 10/1 HR77 T.P. Madden 8.7 4 3/4L 6th of 16 to All The King’s Men 10.1 NAV 23 OCT 19 Ext hcp 5f 164yds Yld/Sft 4/1Fav HR73 A.J. Slattery 7.13 won s/hd 1/2L from Verhoyen (GB) 9.9 and Mary Salome 8.13 here 13 OCT 19 12rn hcp 6f Sft/Hvy 1min 18.1sec

16 NEVER BACK DOWN (4)

5 8 7

Br B g Kodiac (GB) - Steer By The Stars B Cooneen Stud O Gary Devlin & Joseph McCrory & Dooley Thoroughbreds

(Visor)

(119) (9)

25069-5 F Nathan Crosse (5) J Adrian McGuinness T

He is yet to score for this handler and others look to hold stronger win claims, but he finished fifth off this mark at Naas earlier this week and could build on that decent reappearance. Winning Range GF & AW Star Rating 3 Never Back Down 4 flat wins r74,399.70 D — Handicap Rating 75 12/1 HR75 S.M. Mooney 9.9 4 3/4L 5th of 17 to Parkers Hill 10.1 NAAS 8 JUN hcp (50-75)6f Gd /Frm 12/1 HR77 R.P. Cleary 8.4 (CP) 7 1/4L last of 9 to Alfredo Arcano 9.10 DUN 13 DEC 19 hcp 6f Std 9/2 HR78 C.T. Keane 9.7 (CP) 2L 6th of 14 to Dash D’or 8.7 DUN 29 NOV 19 Ext hcp 6f Std

Blinkers worn by No. 3, No. 13. H,T worn by No. 6.

TStrap worn by No. 5, No. 8, No. 11, No. 12, No. 14. Visor worn by No. 16. ?+2 indicates possible 2lb overweight.

Probable Starting Prices - 9/2 Nordic Passage, 11/2 Ice Cold In Alex, 7/1 Verhoyen (GB), 8/1 Flash Gordon, Arcanears, 10/1 Cityman (GB), Dark Vader, Miacomet, 12/1 Ardhoomey, Fridtjof Nansen (GB), 20/1 Mary Salome, 25/1 Alfredo Arcano, Maid Of Spirit, 33/1 Geological, Zig Zag Zyggy, Never Back Down

2019 - 1st Blairmayne 2nd Arcanears 3rd Fridtjof Nansen (GB) (1 min. 12.4 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT Nordic Passage looks the obvious starting point having successfully dropped to 6f at Naas on Monday, winning with ease. He is sure to be popular under a 6lb penalty, but a chance is taken on Ger Lyons’ ARDHOOMEY, who has landed some top races here in the past. The eight-year-old former Group 2 winner has dropped to a very winnable mark and seems to save his best for this venue. Others to consider are Verhoyen and Ice Cold In Alex, with Flash Gordon also of interest on his handicap debut.

WIN: ARDHOOMEY

DANGER: NORDIC PASSAGE

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GORDON LORD BYRON (IRE)

Gordon Lord Byron made 25 of his 108 racecourse appearances at the Curragh, winning back-to-back renewals of the Friarstown Stud Minstrel Stakes (Group 2) in 2015 and 2016 and the Weatherbys Ireland Greenlands Stakes (Group 2) in 2017.

His career is highlighted by Group 1 triumphs at Longchamp in the 2012 Prix de la Foret, at Haydock in the 2013 Sprint Cup and at Rosehill (AUS) in the George Ryder Stakes.

A winner of 16 races, he accumulated â‚Ź2.1million in prize money and was a true globetrotter, racing in Ireland, the United Kingdom, France, Australia, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, the Czech Republic and Hong Kong.

A racing trendsetter, our hearts are with the Hogan and Cahalan families and to all connected with the remarkable Gordon Lord Byron.

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FOURTH RACE 5.40P.M. THE ANGLESEY LODGE EQUINE HOSPITAL HANDICAP OF W21,000

7f

Seven Furlongs (1,400 metres) Rathbride Post

Starting from stalls. Handicaps calculated 8th June. Value to winner: r12390; Second: r4200; Third: r2100; Fourth: r1050; Fifth: r630; Sixth: r420.

(For Race Conditions see page 39)

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TRIFECTA RACE Br Breeding

B Breeder

O Owner

No Horse

1 LATIN FIVE (236)

F Form

J Jockey

T Trainer

Age st lb

(lbs) Draw

3 10 0

(140) (11)

RACE FOUR

Br B c Camacho (GB) - Penolva 431803- F B Canice Farrell Shane Crosse (3) J O Annus Mirabilis Partnership Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

Posted a number of solid efforts from 5f to 6 1/2f last year, rounding off with a solid third at Naas. Appears to handle any type of ground and warrants plenty of respect on his 7f debut. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 4 Latin Five 1 flat win r10,342.50 C — Handicap Rating 91 16/1 HR91 M.P. Sheehy 8.5 1L 1L 3rd to For The Trees 8.8 NAAS 20 OCT 19 7rn Ext hcp 6f Sft/Hvy J.A. Heffernan 9.0 16L 12th of 21 to Mums Tipple 9.5 YORK 22 AUG 19 6f Gd 8/1 HR91 S.M. Crosse 8.11 20L last of 8 to Harpocrates 9.0 NAAS 5 AUG 19 6f Gd

2 SIAMESE (USA) (259)

3 10 0

Br B f Kitten’s Joy (USA) - Keri Keri (USA) B Kenneth L Ramsey & Sarah K Ramsey O Qatar Racing Limited & Fergus Galvin

(140) (16)

41- F Ben Coen (3) J J P Murtagh T

Built on her promising debut fourth with an impressive victory over this trip at Dundalk and there should be lots more to come as a three-year-old. Must enter calculations on handicap/seasonal bow. Winning Range AW. Star Rating 4 Siamese (USA) 1 flat win r8,865.00 D — Handicap Rating 91 2/1 C.T. Keane 9.0 won 3 1/4L 1 1/4L from Music To My Ears 9.0 and Chasing The Dawn 9.0 DUN 27 SEP 19 12rn mdn 7f Std 1min 26.2sec 7/1 N.G. McCullagh 9.0 1/2L 1L 2L 4th to Fancy Blue 9.0 NAAS 18 SEP 19 16rn mdn 7f Gd

3 UNITED FRONT (USA) (105)

3 9 13

Br B c War Front (USA) - Shell House B Springhill Farm O Derrick Smith & Mrs John Magnier & Michael Tabor

(139) (10)

449-1 F Seamie Heffernan J A P O’Brien T

Promising as a juvenile and showed he has improved when readily winning a 6f maiden at Dundalk in February. Stepping back up in trip for his handicap debut shouldn’t be a problem. Leading claims. Winning Range AW. Star Rating 5 United Front (USA) 1 flat win r7,080.00— Handicap Rating 90 5/6Fav J.A. Heffernan 9.5 won 4L 2L from Chanell Eclipse 8.11 and War Flight 9.2 DUN 28 FEB 12rn mdn 6f Std 1min 12.6sec W.M. Lordan 9.3 12L 9th of 14 to Pinatubo 9.3 ASCOT 22 JUN 19 Listed 7f Gd 4/7Fav D. O’Brien 9.5 3/4L 1/2L 1/2L 4th to Royal Lytham (FR) 9.5 NAV 8 JUN 19 9rn mdn 5f 162yds Gd /Yld

4 ARRANMORE (GB) (243)

3 9 10

Br B g Oasis Dream (GB) - Ceisteach B Newsells Park Stud O Ballylinch Stud & China Horse Club International Ltd

(136) (14)

22108- F Kevin Manning J J S Bolger T

Shaped with lots of promise in maiden company but struggled on his last couple of starts as a juvenile at Pattern level.

Gelded since he was last sighted, though, and can’t be dismissed on his handicap bow. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 3 Arranmore (GB) 1 flat win r9,751.50— Handicap Rating 87 12/1 HR91 K.J. Manning 9.3 18L last of 8 to Tango 9.0 here 13 OCT 19 Listed 6f Sft/Hvy 7/1 K.J. Manning 9.3 8 1/2L 11th of 12 to Lope Y Fernandez 9.3 here 30 AUG 19 Group 3 6f Gd /Yld 15/8Fav K.J. Manning 9.5 won hd 1 1/4L from Reducta (GB) 9.0 and Koolasice 9.5 CK 17 AUG 19 21rn mdn 6f Gd 1min 12.6sec

5 HONG KONG (USA) (81) Br Gr Ro c American Pharoah (USA) - Mekko Hokte (USA) B Windmill Manor Farms, Inc & Petaluma Bloodstock O Derrick Smith & Mrs John Magnier & Michael Tabor

3 9 10 (Blinkers)

(136) (9)

78217-0 F Wayne Lordan J A P O’Brien T

Disappointing when sent off favourite for his handicap/seasonal debut at Naas in March and stable appear to have a better chance with United Front. Although not dismissed, he does have questions to answer. Winning Range SH. Star Rating 2 Hong Kong (USA) 1 flat win r9,751.50— Handicap Rating 87 3/1Fav HR88 J.A. Heffernan 9.1 (BK) 14L 10th of 14 to In From The Cold 8.6 NAAS 23 MAR Ext hcp 7f Sft/Hvy Seamie Heffernan 9.0 (BK) 9L 7th of 11 to Kenzai Warrior (USA) 9.0 NEWMARKET 2 NOV 19 Group 3 7f Hvy 11/2 D. O’Brien 9.5 (BK) won 1 1/2L 2L from Johan Zoffani 9.5 and Nullifier 9.5 NAAS 20 OCT 19 15rn mdn 6f Sft/Hvy 1min 15sec 22

6 HOWLING WOLF (105)

3 9 10

Br Gr g Footstepsinthesand (GB) - Aussie Opera B Danny Coogan O D Coogan

(136) (5)

317-7 F Luke McAteer (7) J Anthony Mullins T

Promising last summer, winning a maiden over this trip at Leopardstown, but struggled afterwards when upped in both distance and class. Gelded during his break and the betting market will likely prove a good guide. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 2 Howling Wolf 1 flat win r11,229.00 D — Handicap Rating 87 9/2 HR89 R.P. Whelan 9.3 9 3/4L 7th of 9 to Crossfirehurricane (USA) 9.3 DUN 28 FEB Listed 1m Std 14/1 R.P. Cleary 9.3 8L last of 7 to Mogul (GB) 9.3 LEP 14 SEP 19 Group 2 1m Gd 9/4Fav R.P. Whelan 9.5 won 1/2L 1 1/2L from Santiago 9.5 and Kingslayer (FR) 9.5 LEP 18 JUL 19 14rn mdn 7f Gd 1min 31.9sec

7 NEVER BEFORE (91)

3 9 10

(136) (7)

Br Ch c No Nay Never (USA) - Endure 252-124 F B Lynn Lodge Stud Mikey Sheehy (7) J O Never Before Syndicate Joseph Patrick O’Brien T BLACK, blue hoop, royal armlet, black cap Shapedroyal encouragingly inblue three starts earlier

this year, starting off with a victory over this distance at Dundalk.

4lb higher than latest handicap start, though, and might be a shade vulnerable. Winning Range AW. Star Rating 2 Never Before 1 flat win r7,092.00 D — Handicap Rating 87 3/1 HR87 M.P. Sheehy 8.10 nk 3/4L 2 3/4L 4th to Dark Vader 8.13 DUN 13 MAR 6rn 6f Std B.A. Curtis 9.0 1/2L 2nd to Will To Win (GER) 9.7 LINGFIELD 8 FEB 5rn hcp (76-95)6f 1yds AWT 11/4 HR80 M.P. Sheehy 8.12 won 1 1/2L 2L from Comradery 9.5 and Turbo Command 9.5 DUN 24 JAN 14rn mdn 7f Std 1min 26.9sec

3 9 9

Br B f Elzaam (AUS) - La Cuvee (GB) B Mr Karl Bowen O Fitzwilliam Racing

(135) (15)

32612- F Danny Sheehy (5) J J P Murtagh T

A winner at 6f on heavy ground. Favourite for a handicap at Naas the next time out, finishing a length behind For The Trees. Winning Range Sft-Hvy. Star Rating 3 Champers Elysees 1 flat win r17,700.00 C — Handicap Rating 86 15/8Fav HR84 A.J. Slattery 8.3 1L 2nd to For The Trees 8.8 NAAS 20 OCT 19 7rn Ext hcp 6f Sft/Hvy 5/2 HR79 S. Foley 8.10 won 3/4L hd from Johan Zoffani 8.13 and Xian Express 8.13 here 29 SEP 19 9rn 6f Hvy 1min 17.1sec 12/1 S. Foley 8.8 1 1/2L 6th of 26 to Stone Circle 9.5 here 15 SEP 19 6f 63yds Gd

9 THE KING OF KELLS (81)

3 9 9

Br B Gr g Tough As Nails - One of Three B Larry Mulvany O L Mulvany

(135) (1)

2011-33 F Gary Carroll J Michael Mulvany T

Showed that he has improved from two to three years when twice finishing third earlier in 2020. Two from two here and it’s easy to see him running another big race. Winning Range Sft & AW. Star Rating 4 The King Of Kells 3 flat wins r19,503.00 C — Handicap Rating 86 13/2 HR86 G.F. Carroll 8.12 1/2L 1 1/2L 3rd to In From The Cold 8.6 NAAS 23 MAR 14rn Ext hcp 7f Sft/Hvy 25/1 HR80 G.F. Carroll 9.3 nk 3/4L 3rd to Dark Vader 8.13 DUN 13 MAR 6rn 6f Std 7/1 HR69 G.F. Carroll 9.10 won 3 1/2L 1/2L from Enchanted One 8.6 and Miss Sassyboots 9.3 DUN 6 NOV 19 14rn hcp 6f Std 1min 13sec

10 ELUSIVE KING (81)

3 9 8

Br B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Lost Icon B Peter McCutcheon O David K Kelly

(TStrap)

(134) (2)

51-4 F Billy Lee J K J Condon T

Hasn’t done a great deal wrong in three starts thus far and latest fourth-placed effort shows that he has likely improved from two to three. Tongue-tie now fitted and has an each-way squeak. Winning Range Hvy. Star Rating 3 Elusive King 1 flat win r9,751.50— Handicap Rating 85 8/1 HR85 N.G. McCullagh 8.11 1/2L 1 1/2L 1 3/4L 4th to In From The Cold 8.6 NAAS 23 MAR 14rn Ext hcp 7f Sft/Hvy 7/1 C.D. Hayes 9.5 won ns 2L from Soul Seeker 9.5 and Madaket Mystery 8.11 NAAS 3 NOV 19 22rn mdn 6f Hvy 1min 18.5sec 16/1 W.J. Lee 9.5 6 1/2L 5th of 15 to Hong Kong (USA) 9.5 NAAS 20 OCT 19 mdn 6f Sft/Hvy

11 LAYFAYETTE (236)

3 9 7

Br Br c French Navy (GB) - Scala Romana B Matthew Duffy O Mrs Patricia Hunt

(133) (4)

012- F Chris Hayes J Noel Meade T

Took giant strides forward with each start as a juvenile, only narrowly missing out on the double last time. Likely to make up into an even better three-year-old and must come into the reckoning. Winning Range GF. Star Rating 4 Layfayette 1 flat win r14,160.00— Handicap Rating 84 7/1 HR85 C.D. Hayes 8.13 s/hd 2nd to Lustown Baba 8.8 NAAS 20 OCT 19 13rn 7f Sft/Hvy 7/2 C.T. Keane 8.11 won 1/2L hd from Mutiny 8.8 and Moonhall Milly 8.6 NAV 7 SEP 19 18rn mdn 5f 164yds Gd /Frm 1min 11.5sec 25/1 C.T. Keane 9.5 7 1/4L 11th of 18 to Wichita 9.5 here 23 AUG 19 mdn 7f Yld

12 LEADERSHIP RACE (238) Br B g Brazen Beau (AUS) - Veiled Beauty (USA) B Chasemore Farm O Vincent Gaul

3 9 7 (TStrap)

(133) (12)

707011- F Colin Keane J G M Lyons T

Ended last year with two all-weather victories at Dundalk and respected on his reappearance. He does, however, have a further 6lb rise to deal with and his turf form isn’t the best. Winning Range Yld & AW. Star Rating 3 Leadership Race 2 flat wins r13,888.50 D — Handicap Rating 84 4/1Fav HR78 C.T. Keane 9.10 (TS) won 3/4L 1L from Red Lark 9.0 and Recall The Show (GB) 9.12 DUN 18 OCT 19 14rn hcp 7f Std 1min 26.3sec 9/1 HR70 C.T. Keane 8.12 (TS) won 1 1/4L 1/2L from Spirit Of Sahara 7.12 and Gunmetal Jack 8.10 DUN 4 OCT 19 11rn hcp 7f Std 1min 26sec 4/1Fav HR72 C.T. Keane 8.12 (TS) 25L last of 12 to Silver Spear 8.8 FAIR 23 SEP 19 hcp 6f Yld 23

RACE FOUR

8 CHAMPERS ELYSEES (236)

13 OCEAN MONARCH (177)

3 9 7

Br B c Bungle Inthejungle (GB) - Spinning Ruby (GB) B P Burns O Alpha Racing

(133) (17)

513- F Shane Foley J Mrs John Harrington T

Progressive as a two-year-old and probably not badly treated on his handicap debut. Needs to prove he has trained on, though, and tackling turf for the first time this evening. Winning Range AW. Star Rating 2 Ocean Monarch 1 flat win r8,865.00— Handicap Rating 84 3/1 S. Foley 9.7 1 1/4L 1 1/4L 3rd to Choice Of Mine (AUS) 8.13 DUN 18 DEC 19 8rn 1m Std 2/1Fav S. Foley 9.5 won hd hd from Numberoneson 9.2 and Balmari 9.5 DUN 8 NOV 19 13rn mdn 1m Std 1min 39sec 25/1 N.G. McCullagh 9.5 4 1/2L 5th of 14 to Now The King 9.5 DUN 11 OCT 19 mdn 7f Std

14 MUSIC TO MY EARS (217)

3 9 6

Br Ch f Australia (GB) - Back On Top B Mrs Noreen McManus O John P McManus

(132) (8)

(TStrap)

021- F Declan McDonogh J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

The way she progressed as a juvenile suggests that she will likely make up into a better three-year-old. Comfortable winner last time and an opening mark of 83 doesn’t look beyond her. Winning Range AW. Star Rating 3 Music To My Ears 1 flat win r8,865.00 D — Handicap Rating 83 11/4 W.M. Lordan 9.0 (TS) won 1 1/2L nk from Hieroglyphic (GB) 9.0 and Snapollentia 8.11 DUN 8 NOV 19 14rn mdn 7f Std 1min 27.3sec 25/1 D.P. McDonogh 9.0 (TS) 3 1/4L 2nd to Siamese (USA) 9.0 DUN 27 SEP 19 12rn mdn 7f Std 33/1 D.P. McDonogh 9.0 (TS) 9 3/4L 10th of 19 to Nurse Barbara 9.0 CK 1 SEP 19 mdn 6f Gd

15 BRIGHT IDEA (282)

3 9 5

(131) (3)

RACE FOUR

Br B c Zoffany - Cushion (GB) 623- F B Floors Farming, Chelston & Orpendale Edward Greatrex J O Michael Tabor Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

Two past visits to the track should stand him in good stead and his latest effort, when finishing third at Gowran, was probably his best yet. Starts handicap life on a fair mark and cannot be ruled out. Star Rating 3 Bright Idea — Handicap Rating 82 5/1 S.M. Crosse 9.0 1/2L 3L 3rd to Royal Dornoch 9.5 GOW 4 SEP 19 15rn mdn 7f Yld 9/2 S.M. Crosse 9.0 1 3/4L 2nd to Lady Jane Wilde 9.0 here 9 AUG 19 19rn mdn 7f Yld/Sft 6/1 D.P. McDonogh 9.5 8L 6th of 9 to Lope Y Fernandez 9.5 here 7 JUN 19 mdn 7f Gd /Yld

16 HIEROGLYPHIC (GB) (175)

3 9 0

Br Ch f Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Philae (USA) B Godolphin O Godolphin

(126) (13)

221- F Ronan Whelan J M Halford T

Lots to like about her three runs as a juvenile on the all-weather and there seems no reason why she can’t be just as good, if not better, at three. Respected on turf/handicap bow. Winning Range AW. Star Rating 3 Hieroglyphic (GB) 1 flat win r8,865.00 D — Handicap Rating 77 7/4Fav R.P. Whelan 9.0 won nk 1L from Turbo Command 9.5 and Abby Hatcher 9.0 DUN 20 DEC 19 14rn mdn 7f Std 1min 28sec 13/8 N.G. McCullagh 9.0 2 1/4L 2nd to Dark Vader 9.5 DUN 29 NOV 19 14rn mdn 7f Std 10/1 R.P. Whelan 9.0 1 1/2L 2nd to Music To My Ears 9.0 DUN 8 NOV 19 14rn mdn 7f Std

17 JOVEN (219)

3 8 11?+2 (123) (6)

Br B c Camacho (GB) - Julieta B Hyde Park Stud & Lissglen Bloodstock O Mrs Helen Mullins

3265- F J M Sheridan (7) J Thomas Mullins T

Although not disgraced as a juvenile, there are plenty of others with better form and he will need to take giant strides forward if he’s to be competitive on his handicap/seasonal debut. Star Rating 1 Joven — Handicap Rating 74 4/1 HR77 J.M. Sheridan 8.8 2 3/4L 5th of 14 to So Suave 9.1 DUN 6 NOV 19 mdn 7f Std 8/1 J.M. Sheridan 8.12 4L 6th of 17 to Nobel Prize 9.5 NAAS 3 NOV 19 mdn 1m Hvy 8/1 J.M. Sheridan 8.12 5 1/2L 2nd to San Pedro 9.5 LEP 26 OCT 19 16rn mdn 7f Sft/Hvy

Blinkers worn by No. 5. TStrap worn by No. 10, No. 12, No. 14. ?+2 indicates possible 2lb overweight.

Probable Starting Prices - 9/2 United Front (USA), 5/1 Siamese (USA), 8/1 Leadership Race, 10/1 Latin Five, Music To My Ears, 12/1 Champers Elysees, Hieroglyphic (GB), 14/1 Never Before, The King Of Kells, Ocean Monarch, Bright Idea, 16/1 Arranmore (GB), Hong Kong (USA), Elusive King, 20/1 Layfayette, 25/1 Joven, 33/1 Howling Wolf

No corresponding race.

CURRAGH COMMENT UNITED FRONT ran well on three separate occasions as a juvenile, dipping his toe into Listed company last June, and showed that he has trained on when running away with a 6f Naas maiden in February. Going back up in trip for his handicap debut shouldn’t be a problem and he looks sure to go close. Layfayette improved rapidly as a two-year-old so it will be exciting to see what he can do at three, while Champers Elysees, The King Of Kells, Siamese and Latin Five add further spice to the race.

WIN: UNITED FRONT

DANGER: LAYFAYETTE

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THE TATTERSALLS IRISH 2,000 GUINEAS LEADING TRAINER

AIDAN O’BRIEN 11 WINS

LAST YEAR’S WINNER

THE MASTER OF BALLYDOYLE HAS WON THIS RACE WITH THOROUGHBRED LEGENDS SUCH AS GLENEAGLES (2015), MASTERCRAFTSMAN (2009) AND ROCK OF GIBRALTAR (2002).

HE RUNS SIX IN THE FIELD TODAY, HEADED

BY ARMORY.

LEGENDARY WINNER

PHOENIX OF SPAIN

SADLER’S WELLS 1984 WINNER

ONES TO WATCH

SISKIN

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ARMORY

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VATICAN CITY

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FREE SOLO

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FIRST DEFENCE - BIRD FLOWN Trained by G M LYONS Unbeaten from four starts, this classy colt landed three of those wins at the Curragh last season, in Listed, Group 2 and Group 1 company. Withdrawn at Newmarket at the end of the season, he’s a warm favourite to win this.

GALILEO - AFTER Trained by A P O’BRIEN A Group 2 winner here last season, he faced tough challenges on his final three starts, all of which came in Group 1 company behind classy sorts. A tough horse, he is worthy of consideration.

GALILEO - YOU’RESOTHRILLING Trained by A P O’BRIEN This horse made a striking debut at Newmarket before landing the odds in a maiden at Dundalk. A full brother to dual Guineas’ winner Gleneagles, he has the pedigree, but does he have the experience?

SHOWCASING - AMUSER Trained by J HARRINGTON An outsider, perhaps, but the yard are in flying form - as is jockey Shane Foley. A runaway winner at Leopardstown, this is a big step up for sure, but he brings untapped potential to the table.

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FIFTH RACE 6.10P.M.

1m 2f

THE COOLMORE TEN SOVEREIGNS GALLINULE STAKES OF W50,000 (GROUP 3)

One Mile and Two Furlongs (2,000 metres) Waterford Post

Starting from stalls. Value to winner: r29500; Second: r10000; Third: r5000; Fourth: r2500; Fifth: r1500; Sixth: r1000.

(For Race Conditions see page 39)

RACE SPONSOR

Coolmore Stud will sponsor a prize to be awarded to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse.

TRIFECTA RACE Br Breeding

B Breeder

O Owner

No Horse

1 CHIRICAHUA (222)

F Form

J Jockey

T Trainer

Age st lb

(lbs) Draw

3 9 5

(131) (5)

Br B c Camelot (GB) - Dowager (GB) B Lynch Bages & Rhinestone B/Stock O Mark D Breen

22- F Colin Keane J G M Lyons T

RACE FIVE

Placed in both starts last year over 1m and promises to be suited to this step up to 1m 2f being a son of Camelot.

He is interesting for this top stable and cannot go unconsidered. Star Rating 3 Chiricahua 6/4Fav C.T. Keane 9.5 hd 2nd to Nobel Prize 9.5 NAAS 3 NOV 19 17rn mdn 1m Hvy 13/8Fav C.T. Keane 9.5 2 1/2L 2nd to Degraves 9.5 NAV 9 OCT 19 17rn mdn 1m Sft

2 CHOICE OF MINE (AUS) (105)

3 9 5

Br B c Redoute’s Choice (AUS) - Thislilsoulofmine (CAN) B Mr C Fipke O Charles E Fipke

(C,T)

(131) (3)

41-2 F Declan McDonogh J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

A winner over 1m on the all-weather at Dundalk last year and then wasn’t beaten far by his reopposing stable companion Crossfirehurricane in Listed company there in February. Winning Range AW. Star Rating 3 Choice Of Mine (AUS) 1 flat win r8,865.00— Handicap Rating 95 11/2 HR89 D.P. McDonogh 9.3 (TS) 1/2L 2nd to Crossfirehurricane (USA) 9.3 DUN 28 FEB 9rn Listed 1m Std 7/1 S.M. Crosse 8.13 (TS) won 1 1/4L 1 1/4L from Karbasann 9.2 and Ocean Monarch 9.7 DUN 18 DEC 19 8rn 1m Std 1min 40.5sec Andrea Atzeni 9.2 2L 2L 1 1/2L 4th to Bullfinch (GB) 9.2 CHELMSFOR 7 NOV 19 11rn 7f AWT

3 CROSSFIREHURRICANE (USA) (105) 3 9 5 Br Ch c Kitten’s Joy (USA) - Louvakhova (USA) B Glen Hill Farm & Scott C Heider O Scott C Heider

(131) (8)

(TStrap)

1-11 F Shane Crosse J Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

He has won all three of his starts, showing his versatility in winning on turf and all-weather. There could be more to come from him over this trip. Winning Range Yld & AW. Star Rating 4 Crossfirehurricane (USA) 3 flat wins r62,956.00— Handicap Rating 96 5/2 HR85 S.M. Crosse 9.3 (TS) won 1/2L 3L from Choice Of Mine (AUS) 9.3 and Orchid Gardens 8.12 DUN 28 FEB 9rn Listed 1m Std 1min 40.1sec 11/8Fav M.P. Sheehy 9.0 (TS) won 3 1/2L nk from Orchid Gardens 8.10 and Harbanaker 8.12 DUN 7 FEB 12rn 7f Std 1min 27sec 11/1 S.M. Crosse 9.0 won 1L s/hd from Marchons Ensemble (GB) 9.5 and Drasario 9.0 LIM 15 JUN 19 14rn mdn 7f Yld 1min 30.6sec

4 DUTCH ADMIRAL (84)

3 9 5

Br Ch g Dutch Art (GB) - Apasionata Sonata (USA) B Mitaab Abdullah O Swipe Right Syndicate

(131) (1)

0-442 F Rory Cleary J C W J Farrell T

Placed once in four starts and has finished behind Crossfirehurricane twice on the all-weather at Dundalk. His debut on turf at Cork wasn’t up to much, so he appears to have plenty on his plate. Star Rating 2 Dutch Admiral — Handicap Rating 80 3/1 HR83 R.P. Cleary 9.7 (TS) 1 1/2L 2nd to Juliet Rose 9.2 DUN 20 MAR 10rn mdn 1m 2f 150yds Std 66/1 R.C. Colgan 9.3 (TS) 1/2L 3L 1 3/4L 4th to Crossfirehurricane (USA) 9.3 DUN 28 FEB 9rn Listed 1m Std 33/1 W.M. Lordan 9.1 (TS) 3 1/2L nk 1 1/4L 4th to Crossfirehurricane (USA) 9.0 DUN 7 FEB 12rn 7f Std

5 GOLD MAZE (GB) (257)

3 9 5

Br B c Golden Horn (GB) - Astonishing B Apple Tree Stud O The Long Wait Partnership

(131) (4)

53- F Shane Foley J Mrs John Harrington T

Unplaced in both starts last year but his effort in the Group 2 Beresford Stakes here in September behind Innisfree will have pleased all connected. Still a maiden but cannot be overlooked. Star Rating 4 Gold Maze (GB) 9/1 S. Foley 9.3 nk 3 3/4L 3rd to Innisfree 9.3 here 29 SEP 19 5rn Group 2 1m Hvy 6/1 S. Foley 9.5 6 3/4L 5th of 16 to Sinawann 9.5 here 23 AUG 19 mdn 1m Gd /Yld 26

6 MYTHICAL (FR) (230)

3 9 5

Br B c Camelot (GB) - Inchmina (GB) B S A S Clear Light O Mrs John Magnier & Michael Tabor & Derrick Smith

(131) (7)

6143- F Seamie Heffernan J A P O’Brien T

Represents the in-form Ballydoyle operation and after impressively winning his maiden at Gowran last September, he was deemed good enough for the Zetland at Newmarket and Group 1 Criterium De Saint-Cloud. Winning Range Sft. Star Rating 5 Mythical (FR) 1 flat win r9,751.50— Handicap Rating 106 Mickael Barzalona 9.0 3L 1/2L 3rd to Mkfancy (FR) 9.0 SAINT-CLO 26 OCT 19 8rn Group 1 1m 4f Hvy R.L. Moore 9.2 3L 3/4L 2 3/4L 4th to Max Vega 9.2 NEWMARKET 12 OCT 19 8rn Group 3 1m 2f Sft 9/4Fav D. O’Brien 9.5 won 8 1/2L nk from Mccabe 9.5 and Stinglikeabee 9.5 GOW 26 SEP 19 8rn mdn 1m Sft 1min 45.6sec

7 SHERPA (298)

3 9 5

(131) (6)

Br Ch c Zoffany - Eirnin 671- F B Whisperview Trading Ltd Wayne Lordan J O Michael Tabor & Derrick Smith & Mrs John Magnier & Mrs A M O’Brien Donnacha Aidan O’Brien T

The trainer knows him well, because he was in the plate for all three of his juvenile starts last year when trained by Aidan O’Brien. He won well at Roscommon in August. Winning Range Sft. Star Rating 3 Sherpa 1 flat win r8,865.00— Handicap Rating 90 9/2 D. O’Brien 9.5 won 2 1/4L 2 1/4L from Maker Of Kings 9.5 and Agent Zero (FR) 9.5 ROS 19 AUG 19 13rn mdn 7f 89yds Sft 1min 37.4sec 11/4Fav D. O’Brien 9.5 6L 7th of 19 to Lady Jane Wilde 9.0 here 9 AUG 19 mdn 7f Yld/Sft 6/1 D. O’Brien 9.5 3L 6th of 12 to Iberia 9.5 here 20 JUL 19 mdn 7f Gd

8 TORONTO (271)

3 9 5

Br B c Galileo - Mrs Marsh (GB) B Coolmore O Derrick Smith & Mrs John Magnier & Michael Tabor

(131) (2)

51288- F P B Beggy J A P O’Brien T

Cannot be overlooked for a yard going great guns at present, but the Leopardstown winner likely represents Aidan O’Brien’s second hope on jockey bookings. He did run in a Group 1 last year, though. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 4 Toronto 1 flat win r10,780.00— Handicap Rating 93 50/1 HR96 M.C. Hussey 9.3 21L last of 8 to Pinatubo 9.3 here 15 SEP 19 Group 1 7f Gd /Frm 20/1 HR97 J.A. Heffernan 9.3 11L last of 8 to Armory 9.3 here 23 AUG 19 Group 2 7f Yld 7/1 D. O’Brien 9.3 5L 2nd to Armory 9.3 LEP 25 JUL 19 4rn Group 3 7f 20yds Gd

C,T worn by No. 2. TStrap worn by No. 3.

Probable Starting Prices - 15/8 Mythical (FR), 3/1 Crossfirehurricane (USA), 6/1 Chiricahua, Gold Maze (GB), 7/1 Choice Of Mine (AUS), 12/1 Sherpa, Toronto, 50/1 Dutch Admiral

CURRAGH COMMENT The 106-rated MYTHICAL is the one they all have to beat as he could hardly have been more impressive when shedding his maiden tag at Gowran last September and was then deemed good enough for the Group 3 Zetland Stakes at Newmarket before he performed creditably in the Group 1 Criterium De Saint-Cloud. Providing he goes on this quicker ground, he should have too much class for Crossfirehurricane, who is unbeaten in three starts but has more on his plate than when beating his stable companion Choice Of Mine (second) in Listed company at Dundalk in February. Gold Maze is also interesting on the evidence of his third in the Group 2 Beresford Stakes here.

WIN: MYTHICAL

DANGER: CROSSFIREHURRICANE

THE GALLINULE STAKES Gallinule was a promising juvenile who failed to fulfill his class on the racetrack, but will be remembered for his accomplishments while at stud. He sired many winners, highlighted by Pretty Polly, an outstanding racehorse who won the British Fillies Triple Crown in 1904.

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RACE FIVE

2019 - 1st Constantinople 2nd Buckhurst 3rd U S S Michigan (USA) (2 min. 10.2 sec.)

SIXTH RACE 6.40P.M. THE TATTERSALLS IRISH 2,000 GUINEAS OF W250,000 (GROUP 1)

1m

One Mile (1,600 metres) Guineas Post

Starting from stalls. Value to winner: r142500; Second: r50000; Third: r25000; Fourth: r12500; Fifth: r7500; Sixth: r5000; Seventh: r2500; Eighth: r2500.

(For Race Conditions see page 39)

RACE SPONSOR

Tattersalls will sponsor a prize to be awarded to the winning owner, trainer, jockey and to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse.

TRIFECTA RACE Br Breeding

B Breeder

No Horse

1 ARMORY (229)

O Owner

F Form

J Jockey

T Trainer

Age st lb

(lbs) Draw

3 9 2

(128) (4)

Br B c Galileo - After B Coolmore O Mrs John Magnier & Michael Tabor & Derrick Smith

111232- F Wayne Lordan J A P O’Brien T

Won the Group 2 Futurity Stakes over 7f here last August and only found Pinatubo too good in the National Stakes the following month. Has to be of some interest this evening. Winning Range Yld-Gd. Star Rating 5 Armory 3 flat wins r122,880.00 C — Handicap Rating 110 Groom: Michael Webster D. O’Brien 9.0 20L 2nd to Alson (GER) 9.0 PARISLONG 27 OCT 19 2rn Group 1 7f Hvy Ryan Moore 9.0 3/4L nk 3rd to Victor Ludorum (GB) 9.0 PARISLONG 6 OCT 19 7rn Group 1 1m Sft 100/30 HR110 R.L. Moore 9.3 9L 2nd to Pinatubo 9.3 here 15 SEP 19 8rn Group 1 7f Gd /Frm

2 FISCAL RULES (294)

3 9 2

Br B c Make Believe (GB) - Gold Mirage B J S Bolger O Mrs J S Bolger

(128) (8)

2- F Kevin Manning J J S Bolger T

Only found the subsequent 2000 Guineas second Wichita a head too good on his debut over 7f here last August.

The lack of race experience is a concern but he is clearly a talented individual. Star Rating 3 Fiscal Rules Groom: Tom Agar 14/1 K.J. Manning 9.5 hd 2nd to Wichita 9.5 here 23 AUG 19 18rn mdn 7f Yld

3 FORT MYERS (USA) (224)

3 9 2

RACE SIX

Br B c War Front (USA) - Marvellous B Orpendale, Chelston & Wynatt O Michael Tabor & Derrick Smith & Mrs John Magnier

(128) (1)

433417- F Michael Hussey J A P O’Brien T

A Listed winner last year at Dundalk but he will have to take a step forward this evening to be successful in this contest. Winning Range AW. Star Rating 2 Fort Myers (USA) 2 flat wins r53,490.00— Handicap Rating 107 Groom: Brian O’Dwyer W.M. Lordan 8.10 2 1/4L 7th of 13 to Structor (USA) 8.10 SANTA ANI 1 NOV 19 Group 1 1m Frm 1/1Fav HR106 D. O’Brien 9.3 won 1L hd from Justifier 9.6 and Punita Arora 8.12 DUN 4 OCT 19 6rn Listed 7f Std 1min 25.2sec D. O’Brien 9.0 nk 3/4L 1/2L 4th to Threat 9.3 DONCASTER 14 SEP 19 5rn Group 2 7f 6yds Gd /Frm

4 FREE SOLO (323)

3 9 2

Br Ch c Showcasing (GB) - Amuser B Niarchos Family O Niarchos Family

(128) (7)

31- F Shane Foley J Mrs John Harrington T

Got off the mark in impressive fashion in a maiden at Leopardstown when last seen in July but the layoff and big step up in class have to be concerns. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 2 Free Solo 1 flat win r10,342.50 D — Handicap Rating 97 Groom: Keith Farrell 4/1 S. Foley 9.5 won 5L s/hd from Cabot Hills 9.5 and Yankee Stadium 9.5 LEP 25 JUL 19 8rn mdn 1m Gd 1min 44.2sec 10/1 T.P. Madden 9.2 (TS) 4 1/4L 3L 3rd to Year Of The Tiger 9.5 NAAS 6 JUL 19 8rn mdn 7f Gd

5 LOPE Y FERNANDEZ (258)

3 9 2

Br B c Lope de Vega - Black Dahlia (GB) B S F Bloodstock LLC O Derrick Smith & Mrs John Magnier & Michael Tabor

(128) (9)

12316- F Seamie Heffernan J A P O’Brien T

Unfortunate to bump into Pinatubo on a couple of occasions last year but he did seem to improve when dropped back to 6f at the back end of the season. Winning Range GY. Star Rating 3 Lope Y Fernandez 2 flat wins r46,180.00 C — Handicap Rating 107 Groom: David Hickey D. O’Brien 9.0 3L 6th of 8 to Earthlight 9.0 NEWMARKET 28 SEP 19 Group 1 6f Gd 11/8Fav R.L. Moore 9.3 won 1 1/2L s/hd from Guildsman (FR) 9.3 and Fort Myers (USA) 9.3 here 30 AUG 19 12rn Group 3 6f Gd /Yld 1min 12.7sec Ryan Moore 9.1 5L 5L 3rd to Pinatubo 9.1 GOODWOOD 30 JUL 19 7rn Group 2 7f Gd 28

6 MONARCH OF EGYPT (USA) (244)

3 9 2

Br B c American Pharoah (USA) - Up B Ran Jan Racing, Inc O Peter M Brant & Mrs John Magnier & Michael Tabor & Derrick Smith

(128) (10)

12285- F Declan McDonogh J A P O’Brien T

Chased home Siskin twice over 6f at this track last summer but the worry has to be stamina judging on his effort in the Dewhurst. Winning Range GY. Star Rating 2 Monarch Of Egypt (USA) 1 flat win r15,375.00— Handicap Rating 111 Groom: Ross Whelan W.M. Lordan 9.1 10L 5th of 9 to Pinatubo 9.1 NEWMARKET 12 OCT 19 Group 1 7f Sft Ryan Moore 9.0 6L last of 8 to Earthlight 9.0 NEWMARKET 28 SEP 19 Group 1 6f Gd 6/4 R.L. Moore 9.3 3/4L 2nd to Siskin (USA) 9.3 here 9 AUG 19 5rn Group 1 6f Sft

7 REBEL TALE (USA) (272)

3 9 2

Br Ch c Tale Of The Cat (USA) - Purr And Prowl (USA) B Parrish Hill Farm & Ashford Stud O P Garvey

(128) (11)

413324- F Ben Coen J Andrew Slattery T

A consistent performer as a two-year-old and his best effort arguably came when a close second to Armory in the Futurity over 7f here. That said, others may be open to more improvement. Winning Range GF. Star Rating 2 Rebel Tale (USA) 1 flat win r11,088.00— Handicap Rating 104 Groom: Jake Cowen 14/1 HR107 B.M. Coen 9.3 1 1/4L 1 3/4L 1/2L 4th to Mogul (GB) 9.3 LEP 14 SEP 19 7rn Group 2 1m Gd 50/1 HR88 B.M. Coen 9.3 3/4L 2nd to Armory 9.3 here 23 AUG 19 8rn Group 2 7f Yld 10/1 HR85 O.J. Orr 9.3 1 1/2L 3 3/4L 3rd to Justifier 9.3 TIPP 11 AUG 19 5rn Listed 7f 115yds Sft/Hvy

8 ROYAL LYTHAM (FR) (308) Br B c Gleneagles - Gotlandia (FR) B S A R L Haras Du Logis Saint Germain O Michael Tabor & Derrick Smith & Mrs John Magnier

3 9 2 (Blinkers)

(128) (3)

1713- F Emmet McNamara J A P O’Brien T

Won the July Stakes and was only a length behind Siskin in the Phoenix when the rider’s saddle slipped at the start.

Merits respect based on that evidence. Winning Range GY-GF. Star Rating 4 Royal Lytham (FR) 2 flat wins r60,572.80— Handicap Rating 111 Groom: Michael Murphy 9/2 HR106 D. O’Brien 9.3 3/4L hd 3rd to Siskin (USA) 9.3 here 9 AUG 19 5rn Group 1 6f Sft W.M. Lordan 9.0 won s/hd hd from Platinum Star 9.0 and Visinari (FR) 9.0 NEWMARKET 11 JUL 19 7rn Group 2 6f Gd /Frm 1min 11.1sec J.A. Heffernan 9.1 4L 7th of 17 to Arizona 9.1 ASCOT 18 JUN 19 Group 2 6f Gd

9 SINAWANN (272)

3 9 2

Br B c Kingman (GB) - Simawa B His Highness the Aga Khan’s Studs S C O H H Aga Khan

(128) (6)

512- F Ronan Whelan J M Halford T

After winning a maiden over C&D he only found Mogul too good in a Group 2 at Leopardstown in September.

May prove to be better over 1m2f in time. Winning Range Yld. Star Rating 3 Sinawann 1 flat win r10,342.50 CD — Handicap Rating 104 Groom: Nikica Jenjic 5/1 R.P. Whelan 9.3 1 1/4L 2nd to Mogul (GB) 9.3 LEP 14 SEP 19 7rn Group 2 1m Gd 9/1 R.P. Whelan 9.5 won 1L 1 3/4L from Agitare 9.5 and Degraves 9.5 here 23 AUG 19 16rn mdn 1m Gd /Yld 1min 43.1sec 16/1 R.P. Whelan 9.5 4L 5th of 19 to Lady Jane Wilde 9.0 here 9 AUG 19 mdn 7f Yld/Sft

3 9 2

Br B Br c First Defence (USA) - Bird Flown (GB) B Juddmonte Farms Inc O K Abdullah

(128) (2)

1111- F Colin Keane J G M Lyons T

An unbeaten juvenile who won the Group 1 Phoenix Stakes over 6f here in August. Will have to step up on that form to win this but he is an exciting prospect. Winning Range Sft-GF. Star Rating 4 Siskin (USA) 4 flat wins r292,470.00 C — Handicap Rating 114 Groom: Dan MacGrianna 10/11Fav HR110 C.T. Keane 9.3 won 3/4L hd from Monarch Of Egypt (USA) 9.3 and Royal Lytham (FR) 9.3 here 9 AUG 19 5rn Group 1 6f Sft 1min 17.1sec 4/6Fav HR103 C.T. Keane 9.3 won 2 1/2L 2 1/4L from Monarch Of Egypt (USA) 9.3 and Fort Myers (USA) 9.3 here 29 JUN 19 5rn Group 2 6f Gd 1min 13sec 11/8Fav C.T. Keane 9.3 won 2 1/2L 3/4L from King Neptune (USA) 9.3 and Harpocrates 9.3 here 24 MAY 19 5rn Listed 6f Gd /Frm 1min 12.6sec

11 VATICAN CITY (226)

3 9 2

Br Ch c Galileo - You’resothrilling (USA) B Coolmore O Mrs John Magnier & Michael Tabor & Derrick Smith

(128) (5)

51- F P B Beggy J A P O’Brien T

A full-brother to Gleneagles, who won this race in 2015, and Marvellous, who was successful in the fillies version the year before.

Looks to have a very bright future after winning impressively at Dundalk last October. Winning Range AW. Star Rating 4 Vatican City 1 flat win r8,865.00— Handicap Rating 93 Groom: Eoin McCormack 1/2Fav D. O’Brien 9.5 won 2 1/2L ns from Psyche (GB) 9.2 and Abeona 9.0 DUN 30 OCT 19 14rn mdn 7f Std 1min 26.5sec R.L. Moore 9.2 12L 5th of 15 to Kinross (GB) 9.2 NEWMARKET 5 OCT 19 7f Gd /Sft

Blinkers worn by No. 8.

Probable Starting Prices - 9/4 Siskin (USA), 9/2 Armory, 5/1 Lope Y Fernandez, 13/2 Vatican City, 8/1 Royal Lytham (FR), 12/1 Sinawann, 14/1 Fiscal Rules, 16/1 Free Solo, 20/1 Fort Myers (USA), Monarch Of Egypt (USA), 33/1 Rebel Tale (USA)

2019 - 1st Phoenix Of Spain 2nd Too Darn Hot (GB) 3rd Decrypt (GB) (1 min. 36.5 sec.)

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RACE SIX

10 SISKIN (USA) (308)

CURRAGH COMMENT A competitive renewal of this contest and the vote is for ARMORY, who showed a high level of ability as a juvenile. He won the Futurity prior to chasing home Pinatubo in the National Stakes, while he was only narrowly behind Victor Ludorum and Alson in the Prix Jean-Luc Lagadere and those two finished first and third respectively in the French Guineas. The unbeaten Siskin is an obvious threat but he will have to improve to beat the selection, judging on his two successes at the expense of Monarch Of Egypt.

The well-bred Vatican City merits plenty of respect, while similar comments apply to Royal Lytham.

WIN: ARMORY

DANGER: SISKIN

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SEVENTH RACE 7.15P.M. THE PADDY POWER IRISH LINCOLNSHIRE OF W75,000 (PREMIER HANDICAP)

1m

One Mile (1,600 metres) Guineas Post

Starting from stalls. Handicaps calculated 2nd June. Value to winner: r44250; Second: r15000; Third: r7500; Fourth: r3750; Fifth: r2250; Sixth: r1500.

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TRIFECTA RACE Br Breeding

B Breeder

O Owner

No Horse

1 BROAD STREET (GB) (272)

F Form

J Jockey

T Trainer

Age st lb

(lbs) Draw

5 10 0

(140) (21)

Br B c Sea The Stars - Bracing Breeze (GB) B Juddmonte Farms Ltd O Luke Comer

1-137- F Chris Hayes J Luke Comer T

Won his first two outings before running with credit when switched to Group 3 company when with Dermot Weld last season.

He now drops back in trip to a mile for his first outing for new handler Luke Comer. Winning Range Gd-GF. Star Rating 3 Broad Street (GB) 2 flat wins r17,248.00— Handicap Rating 104 9/2 HR106 O.J. Orr 9.9 6 1/4L 7th of 9 to Norway 9.1 LEP 14 SEP 19 Group 3 1m 4f Gd 7/2 O.J. Orr 9.8 3/4L 1 3/4L 3rd to Latrobe 9.8 LEP 8 AUG 19 6rn Group 3 1m 4f Gd /Frm 6/4Fav O.J. Orr 9.9 won 1/2L 2 3/4L from Wargrave 9.3 and Fancy Feat 8.12 GOW 16 JUN 19 5rn 1m 1f 100yds Gd 2min 3.1sec

2 ONLYHUMAN (99)

7 9 12

Br B g Invincible Spirit - Liscune B Bernard Cooke O Michael Cooke

(138) (4)

83015-3 F Scott McCullagh (5) J Mrs John Harrington T

A four-time winner who has proven himself to be a consistent performer since joining this handler and acquitted himself well in Listed company when last seen in this sphere. Worth a market check as he returns to the handicap ranks. Winning Range SH-Sft. Star Rating 4 Onlyhuman 4 flat wins r53,220.00 D — Handicap Rating 102 7/4 R.M. Power 11.12 s/hd 3 3/4L 3rd to Strange Notions 10.11 THU 5 MAR 18rn mdn hdl 2m Sft/Hvy 6/1 HR105 T.P. Madden 9.7 13L 5th of 10 to Mount Everest 9.3 LEP 19 OCT 19 Listed 1m 2f Sft/Hvy 8/1 HR96 T.P. Madden 9.11 won 3L 2L from Dare To Flare 7.13 and Art Of America (GB) 8.5 TIPP 6 OCT 19 11rn hcp (70-100)1m 1f Sft/Hvy 2min 6.5sec

3 BOWERMAN (GB) (118)

6 9 7

Br B g Dutch Art (GB) - Jamboretta B Cheveley Park Stud Limited O Total Recall Racing Club

(133) (1)

819-112 F Ronan Whelan J Adrian McGuinness T

He was in fine form earlier this year, following up back-to-back Dundalk victories with a narrow defeat in a Cagnes-Sur-Mer Listed race. He has to be on the radar off a favourable turf rating here. Winning Range Sft & AW. Star Rating 4 Bowerman (GB) 6 flat wins r47,632.90 D — Handicap Rating 97 Pierre-Charles Boudot 9.0 3/4L 2nd to Volfango 8.13 CAGNES-SU 15 FEB 8rn Listed 1m AWT 4/6Fav HR103 R.P. Whelan 9.6 won 3 3/4L 2 1/4L from Princess Yaiza 9.1 and Kasperenko (GB) 9.6 DUN 31 JAN 4rn 1m 2f 150yds Std 2min 16.2sec 100/30 HR101 R.P. Whelan 9.2 won 2 3/4L 5L from No Needs Never 8.13 and Yuften (GB) 9.2 DUN 10 JAN 8rn 1m Std 1min 39.8sec

RACE SEVEN

4 FREESCAPE (GB) (97)

5 9 7

(133) (16)

Br Ch g Cityscape (GB) - Careless Freedom (GB) (CPiece) 81-5765 F B Overbury Stallions Ltd Donagh O’Connor (3) J O City Equine Syndicate & McGettigans Management Services JLT David Marnane T

All three of his victories have come on the all-weather and he ran some useful races in defeat at Meydan in the spring, including when a respectable fifth in the Group 1 Jebel Hatta last time. Could run well on his return to turf. Winning Range AW. Star Rating 3 Freescape (GB) 3 flat wins r42,445.00 D — Handicap Rating 97 Pat Dobbs 9.0 (CP) 7 1/4L 5th of 13 to Barney Roy (GB) 9.0 MEYDAN 7 MAR Group 1 1m 1f Gd Pat Dobbs 8.9 3 1/4L 6th of 13 to Cliffs Of Capri (GB) 8.5 MEYDAN 20 FEB hcp (90-105)1m Gd Richard Mullen 8.11 4L 7th of 14fn, 16rn to Salute The Soldier (GER) 9.5 MEYDAN 30 JAN hcp 1m Gd

5 NEBO (189)

5 9 7

Br B g Kodiac (GB) - Kindling (GB) B Select Bloodstock & Melchior Bloodstock O Julie Routledge-Martin & David R Martin & Dan Hall

(TStrap)

(133) (18)

0-86250- F Ben Coen (3) J T Hogan T

It has been some time since the five-year-old has tasted success, but there were some shoots of optimism in his performances last summer, including when fifth in a course-and-distance Listed contest. He could run into a place. Winning Range Sft. Star Rating 3 Nebo 2 flat wins r34,297.70— Handicap Rating 97 33/1 HR98 B.M. Coen 9.2 15L 12th of 13 to Freescape (GB) 8.10 DUN 6 DEC 19 hcp 1m Std 20/1 HR96 W.J. Lee 9.9 (BK) (TS) 1 1/2L 6th of 9 to Insignia Of Rank 9.9 here 29 JUN 19 Listed 1m Gd 12/1 HR97 L.F. Roche 9.11 (BK) 1 3/4L 2nd to Black Magic Woman 8.13 FAIR 14 JUN 19 7rn 7f Gd /Yld 32

6 SALTONSTALL (GB) (237)

6 9 7

Br Ch g Pivotal (GB) - Macleya (GER) B Cheveley Park Stud Ltd O Dooley Thoroughbreds & Bart O’Sullivan

(C,T)

(133) (14)

186380- F Gavin Ryan (5) J Adrian McGuinness T

A course-and-distance winner whose last win came at Galway last summer. He has since struggled to trouble the judge and looks in need of a hand from the handicapper at present. Winning Range Sft-Gd. Star Rating 2 Saltonstall (GB) 3 flat wins r107,065.00 CD — Handicap Rating 97 Jason Watson 8.12 (CP) (TS) 10L 13th of 20 to Escobar 9.6 ASCOT 19 OCT 19 hcp 1m Hvy 8/1 HR97 C.D. Hayes 9.5 (CP) (TS) 11L 8th of 12 to Yulong Gold Fairy (GB) 9.2 TIPP 6 OCT 19 Group 3 7f 100yds Sft/Hvy 8/1 HR93 G.M. Ryan 8.13 (CP) (TS) 3/4L 1/2L 3rd to One Cool Poet 9.3 here 15 SEP 19 16rn Ext hcp 1m 2f Gd /Frm

7 TAURAN SHAMAN (251)

4 9 6

Br B c Shamardal (USA) - Danelissima B Mark Johnston Racing Ltd O Zhang Yuesheng

(132) (9)

115- F Shane Foley J Mrs John Harrington T

Was last seen in lofty company when tackling the Group 2 Prix Daniel Wildenstein at Longchamp and having won his only two starts before that, can be expected to have much more in the locker. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 4 Tauran Shaman 2 flat wins r26,569.50— Handicap Rating 96 S. Foley 8.13 10L last of 5 to The Revenant (GB) 9.4 PARISLONG 5 OCT 19 Group 2 1m Sft 7/2Fav HR90 S. Foley 9.7 won s/hd 1 1/4L from Insane Bolt 8.1 and Cosmic Horizon 9.5 GAL 31 JUL 19 12rn Ext hcp 1m 123yds Gd 1min 51.3sec 8/1 T.P. Madden 9.2 won 1/2L 3 1/2L from Time Tunnel (GB) 9.1 and Prisoner’s Dilemma (GB) 9.2 KILL 17 JUL 19 13rn mdn 1m 30yds Gd 1min 43.6sec

8 DESERT WIND (274)

5 9 5

Br B c Worthadd - Matula B Irish National Stud O Luke Comer

(131) (10)

4-30106- F Rory Cleary J Luke Comer T

A useful handicapper for Ed Vaughan and he placed in the Britannia Handicap at Royal Ascot in 2018 when last seen racing over this distance. Makes his first outing for Luke Comer today and can’t be discounted. Winning Range AW. Star Rating 3 Desert Wind 4 flat wins r22,577.70— Handicap Rating 95 Stevie Donohoe 9.13 7L 6th of 7 to Davydenko (GB) 9.7 DONCASTER 12 SEP 19 hcp (86-105)1m 2f 43yds Gd /Frm Stevie Donohoe 9.1 10L 11th of 17 to King’s Advice (GB) 9.4 NEWMARKET 12 JUL 19 hcp 1m 6f Gd /Frm Stevie Donohoe 9.7 won 1 3/4L 2 3/4L from Big Kitten (USA) 9.7 and Cosmelli (ITY) 9.10 KEMPTON P 5 JUN 19 12rn hcp (76-95)1m 3f 219yds AWT 2min 31.3sec

9 INSIGNIA OF RANK (81)

5 9 5

Br B g Epaulette (AUS) - Let Me Shine (USA) (Blinkers) B Eamonn Phelan & Reuben Solomon O Mrs Bridget Dillon & Dominick Glennane & Seamus O’Brien & Joseph G Murphy

(131) (13)

0489-56 F Gary Carroll J Joseph G Murphy T

His latest efforts have been far from encouraging, but his handicap mark continues to fall and his last victory came in a Listed contest over course and distance. He won’t mind conditions and can’t be completely overlooked. Winning Range Sft-GF. Star Rating 3 Insignia Of Rank 4 flat wins r105,115.00 CD — Handicap Rating 95 40/1 HR97 G.F. Carroll 9.10 (BK) 13L 6th of 7 to Numerian 9.7 NAAS 23 MAR Listed 1m 2f Sft/Hvy 16/1 HR98 A.J. Slattery 9.7 13L 5th of 6 to San Andreas 9.8 DUN 28 FEB 7f Std 16/1 HR99 G.F. Carroll 9.12 8 1/4L 9th of 16 to One Cool Poet 9.3 here 15 SEP 19 Ext hcp 1m 2f Gd /Frm

10 ON A SESSION (USA) (250) Br B g Noble Mission (GB) - Destiny Calls (USA) B Green Lantern Stables LLC O Mrs Theresa Marnane

4 9 5 (TStrap)

(131) (8)

100200- F Mikey Sheehy (7) J Aidan F Fogarty T

Disappointed on his sole outing over a mile and was well held in a Group 3 on his final start of 2019. Could find things happening too quickly for him here and others appear more likely. Winning Range Yld. Star Rating 2 On A Session (USA) 3 flat wins r33,320.00— Handicap Rating 95 16/1 HR95 L.F. Roche 9.3 30L 11th of 12 to Yulong Gold Fairy (GB) 9.2 TIPP 6 OCT 19 Group 3 7f 100yds Sft/Hvy 11/1 HR96 W.J. Lee 8.12 8 3/4L 19th of 25 to Jassaar (GB) 8.8 here 30 AUG 19 Ext hcp 1m Gd /Yld 14/1 HR92 L.F. Roche 8.9 3/4L 2nd to Laughifuwant 8.11 GAL 4 AUG 19 16rn Ext hcp 7f Gd /Yld

4 9 4

Br B g Camelot (GB) - Coppertop B Grangecon Holdings Ltd O Dooley Thoroughbreds & Bart O’Sullivan & Shamrock Thoroughbreds

(130) (7)

321221- F Colin Keane J Adrian McGuinness T

Has looked a useful acquisition since joining Adrian McGuinness, picking up a silver medal on his first two outings for the handler (including when narrowly denied over course and distance), before scoring when last seen at Leopardstown. Winning Range GS-Gd. Star Rating 4 Current Option 2 flat wins r93,890.80— Handicap Rating 94 11/2 HR89 R.P. Whelan 8.12 won nk nk from Black Magic Woman 9.4 and Ice Cold In Alex 8.12 LEP 14 SEP 19 17rn Ext hcp 7f Gd 1min 27.1sec 12/1 HR87 N.M. Crosse 7.13 3/4L 2nd to Jassaar (GB) 8.8 here 30 AUG 19 25rn Ext hcp 1m Gd /Yld 6/1 HR85 C.T. Keane 9.10 2 1/2L 2nd to Bopedro (FR) 9.9 CK 17 AUG 19 17rn hcp (50-85)7f Yld/Sft

12 BASHIYR (258)

4 9 1

Br B g Invincible Spirit - Baliyana B His Highness the Aga Khan’s Studs S C O H H Aga Khan

(127) (12)

2116- F Andrew Slattery (5) J D K Weld T

Missed out on a hat-trick when sent off favourite for a course-and-distance handicap on his final outing of 2019, but kept on well on that occasion and could have more to come in this sphere. Winning Range Sft-Yld. Star Rating 4 Bashiyr 2 flat wins r17,730.00— Handicap Rating 91 4/1Fav HR92 C.D. Hayes 9.12 3 3/4L 6th of 15 to Bopedro (FR) 9.13 here 28 SEP 19 hcp 1m Yld 6/4Fav C.D. Hayes 9.5 won 1 1/2L 1/2L from Zander (GB) 9.6 and Master Speaker 9.3 GAL 17 SEP 19 10rn 1m 123yds Sft 1min 52.1sec 9/10Fav C.D. Hayes 9.5 won 1 1/4L 2 1/4L from Miss Clash 9.0 and Canning 9.5 GOW 4 SEP 19 11rn mdn 1m 1f 110yds Yld 2min 4.1sec 33

RACE SEVEN

11 CURRENT OPTION (272)

13 THEOBALD (161)

5 9 1

Br Ch g Teofilo - Sanaara (USA) B J S Bolger O Mrs J S Bolger

(127) (5)

11046-5 F Kevin Manning J J S Bolger T

A useful gelding who has been performing respectably on the all-weather this winter and could appreciate the return to a mile off a rating which has dropped to an eye-catching figure. Winning Range GF & AW. Star Rating 3 Theobald 5 flat wins r67,375.00 D — Handicap Rating 91 7/2 HR92 K.J. Manning 9.12 2 1/2L 5th of 8 to Guinevere 8.4 DUN 3 JAN hcp 1m 4f Std 9/4Fav HR93 K.J. Manning 9.0 6 3/4L 6th of 13 to Freescape (GB) 8.10 DUN 6 DEC 19 hcp 1m Std 9/2 HR93 K.J. Manning 9.10 3/4L nk 3/4L 4th to Innamorare 8.9 DUN 8 NOV 19 13rn hcp 1m Std

14 COLFER ME (210)

4 9 0

Br B g Canford Cliffs - Thistlestar (USA) B Vincent Kelly

(Blinkers)

(126) (11)

042870- F Billy Lee J K J Condon T

O Vincent Kelly

Canford Cliffs gelding who mixed racing on the all-weather with hurdles when with Joseph O’Brien and improvement is needed to figure on his first outing for new handler Ken Condon. Winning Range Gd & AW. Star Rating 2 Colfer Me 2 flat wins r14,476.00 D — Handicap Rating 90 20/1 HR96 Dylan Browne McMonagle 9.8 (BK) 4 1/2L 10th of 14 to Charcor 9.8 DUN 15 NOV 19 hcp 1m 2f 150yds Std 10/1 S.A. Shortall 10.12 (BK) last of 7fn, 10rn to A Wave Of The Sea 11.4 DRYL 2 NOV 19 hdl 2m 100yds Sft 20/1 HR97 S.M. Crosse 9.2 (BK) 4 1/2L 8th of 14 to Heliac (GB) 8.10 DUN 11 OCT 19 Ext hcp 1m 2f 150yds Std

15 ALLEGIO (255)

7 8 13

Br B g Galileo - Song Of My Heart B Sir Robert Ogden O Raymond Treacy

(125) (17)

40-7000- F J M Sheridan (7) J Denis Gerard Hogan T

It has been over two years since this seven-year-old has tasted success and his performances last year do little to inspire confidence.

However, he has run well here in the past and has been given a chance by the handicapper. Winning Range Hvy-Gd. Star Rating 2 Allegio 3 flat wins r38,758.00— Handicap Rating 89 20/1 HR94 J.A. Heffernan 9.7 21L last of 13 to Up Helly Aa 9.4 CK 1 OCT 19 Listed 1m 125yds Yld/Sft 28/1 HR98 James J. Doyle 9.9 9L 11th of 15 to Lady Wannabe 8.12 KILL 24 AUG 19 Listed 1m 50yds Gd /Yld 50/1 HR101 J.M. Sheridan 9.3 19L 17th of 18 to Saltonstall (GB) 8.12 GAL 30 JUL 19 Ext hcp 1m 123yds Gd

16 LORD RAPSCALLION (126)

4 8 12

Br Gr g Alhebayeb - Simply Topping B D G Iceton O Rapscallion Syndicate

(Visor)

(124) (20)

20511-3 F Danny Sheehy (5) J J P Murtagh T

A solid performer over this distance during the winter, winning two of his last three outings, and, despite a tough mark to overcome, he’s interesting in a first-time visor. Winning Range Gd & AW. Star Rating 3 Lord Rapscallion 3 flat wins r25,259.50 C D — Handicap Rating 88 100/30 HR88 B.M. Coen 9.4 (BK) (ES) 6 1/2L 1/2L 3rd to San Andreas 8.12 DUN 7 FEB 8rn hcp 1m Std 100/30Fav HR78 B.M. Coen 9.8 (ES) won 2 1/4L 1/2L from Calling Time 9.8 and Muzbid 9.8 DUN 18 DEC 19 14rn 1m Std 1min 38.9sec 4/1 HR70 S.B. Kelly 9.2 (ES) won 3 1/4L 1 1/4L from Calling Time 9.13 and Phoenix Open (USA) 9.12 DUN 22 NOV 19 13rn hcp 1m Std 1min 37sec

17 NJORD (228)

4 8 12

Br B g Roderic O’Connor - Rosalind Franklin (GB) B Mrs Eithne McDonnell O Blessingndisguise Partnership

(124) (15)

(TStrap)

642311- F Tom Madden J Mrs John Harrington T

A course-and-distance winner, who made it back-to-back victories when scoring at Galway on his first outing for Jessica Harrington.

He must have a fantastic chance of making it a hat-trick if handling the forecast conditions. Winning Range SH-YS. Star Rating 5 Njord 3 flat wins r25,688.00 CD — Handicap Rating 88 9/4Fav HR82 S. Foley 9.9 (TS) won 2 1/4L 1/2L from Lightning Amber 9.8 and Stormy Tale 9.1 GAL 28 OCT 19 9rn hcp 1m 73yds Sft/Hvy 1min 53.3sec 5/2Fav HR74 Dylan Browne McMonagle 8.12 (TS) won 3 3/4L hd from Passing Trade 9.3 and Hammersmith 9.6 here 13 OCT 19 12rn Ext hcp 1m Sft 1min 47.1sec 5/1Fav HR73 R.C. Colgan 9.12 (TS) 1L 3/4L 3rd to Stormy Tale 9.9 GAL 17 SEP 19 17rn hcp (50-75)1m 123yds Sft

18 KATIYMANN (175)

8 8 11

RACE SEVEN

Br B g Shamardal (USA) - Katiyra B His Highness the Aga Khan’s Studs S C O Paul Rooney

(TStrap)

(123) (3)

025276- F Sean Davis J M Halford T

A regular at Dundalk this winter, who is often there or thereabouts, and Mick Halford’s eight-year-old holds solid claims on his return to turf off a feasible enough mark. Winning Range GS & AW. Star Rating 3 Katiymann 5 flat wins r65,812.00 D — Handicap Rating 87 11/2 HR88 S. Foley 8.9 (CP) (TS) 8 1/2L 6th of 12 to Yuften (GB) 8.6 DUN 20 DEC 19 hcp 7f Std 11/4Fav HR89 R.P. Whelan 9.11 (TS) 5L 7th of 13 to Geological 9.2 DUN 20 NOV 19 7f Std 6/1 HR87 R.P. Whelan 9.4 (TS) 3/4L 2nd to Innamorare 8.9 DUN 8 NOV 19 13rn hcp 1m Std

RESERVES 19 KAFU (189)

4 8 10

Br Ch g No Nay Never (USA) - Crosstalk B Camas Park, Lynch Bages & Summerhill O David Spratt & Sean Jones & Mrs Lynne Lyons

(122) (19)

422162- F J

G M Lyons T

He has been in decent form this winter, narrowly denied by Freescape off this figure when last seen. He won’t mind conditions and is sure to give a decent account if making the final field. Reserve. Winning Range GF & AW. Star Rating 3 Kafu 2 flat wins r14,484.00 D — Handicap Rating 86 9/2 HR86 C.D. Hayes 8.6 1 1/2L 2nd to Freescape (GB) 8.10 DUN 6 DEC 19 13rn hcp 1m Std 4/1Fav HR86 G.F. Carroll 9.1 3L 6th of 13 to Innamorare 8.9 DUN 8 NOV 19 hcp 1m Std 5/2Fav HR80 C.T. Keane 9.8 won 1 1/2L 1 1/4L from Calling Time 9.2 and Mutadaawel 9.3 DUN 30 OCT 19 14rn hcp 1m Std 1min 38.3sec 34

20 PATRICK SARSFIELD (FR) (234) Br B g Australia (GB) - Ultra Appeal B China Horse Club International Ltd O Mrs C C Regalado-Gonzalez

4 8 10

(122) (2)

(TStrap)

32-21- F J

Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

Got off the mark in a course-and-distance maiden when last seen and is of real interest if making his handicap debut in this contest for a top operation. Second reserve. Winning Range Sft. Star Rating 4 Patrick Sarsfield (FR) 1 flat win r7,683.00 CD — Handicap Rating 86 1/5Fav HR86 D. O’Brien 9.5 (TS) won 4L hd from Aisteoir 9.0 and New York Ballet 8.9 here 22 OCT 19 14rn mdn 1m Sft 1min 49.2sec 1/2Fav D. O’Brien 9.5 1/2L 2nd to Dance Jupiter 9.5 CK 1 OCT 19 17rn mdn 1m 125yds Yld/Sft 10/1 W.J. Lee 9.5 1 1/2L 2nd to Sydney Opera House (GB) 9.5 here 1 SEP 18 13rn mdn 1m Gd /Yld

21 SKY SEVEN (175)

4 8 10

Br Ch g Helmet (AUS) - Ready When You Are B Oghill House Stud & Jimmy Hyland O Nasir Askar

(122) (6)

(CPiece)

844220- F J

M Halford T

He is most comfortable when racing on the all-weather and faces a tough task on his return to turf if making the final field. However, the drop back to a mile will help. Reserve. Winning Range AW. Star Rating 2 Sky Seven 2 flat wins r18,788.00 D — Handicap Rating 86 8/1 HR86 A.J. Farragher 8.6 (BK) 22L last of 13 to Charcor 9.6 DUN 20 DEC 19 hcp 1m 2f 150yds Std 11/4Fav HR84 R.P. Whelan 9.1 (CP) 1 1/2L 2nd to Bold Approach 9.10 DUN 6 DEC 19 10rn hcp 1m 4f Std 9/2 HR83 R.P. Whelan 9.2 (CP) 1L 2nd to Charcor 9.8 DUN 15 NOV 19 14rn hcp 1m 2f 150yds Std

Blinkers worn by No. 9, No. 14. C,T worn by No. 6. CPiece worn by No. 4, No. 21.

TStrap worn by No. 5, No. 10, No. 17, No. 18, No. 20. Visor worn by No. 16.

Probable Starting Prices - 4/1 Current Option, 6/1 Bashiyr, 7/1 Tauran Shaman, 8/1 Bowerman (GB), Njord, 10/1 Onlyhuman, Lord Rapscallion, 14/1 Theobald, Katiymann, 16/1 Saltonstall (GB), Insignia Of Rank, On A Session (USA), 20/1 Freescape (GB), Desert Wind, 25/1 Broad Street (GB), Nebo, Allegio, 33/1 Colfer Me

2019 (Held at Naas) - 1st Karawaan 2nd Trading Point (FR) 3rd Master Speaker (1 min. 47.2 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT Jessica Harrington appears to hold all the aces in this and it could be her hat-trick seeking NJORD who lands the spoils. The four-year-old scored on his first outing for the handler when last seen at Galway and the course-and-distance winner can continue his progress despite a 6lb rise. Stablemates Tauran Shaman, who was last seen in a Group 2, and the consistent Onlyhuman are also of interest.

Bowerman has been in top form this winter and warrants plenty of respect, with Current Option and Bashiyr others to note in a competitive heat.

WIN: NJORD

DANGER: TAURAN SHAMAN

RACE SEVEN

THE CURRAGH RACECOURSEWOULD TO THANK THE FOLLOWING SPONSORS OF THE TATTERSALLS IRISH GUINEAS WEEKEND

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EIGHTH RACE 7.45P.M.

1m 2f

THE COOLMORE MAGNA GRECIA IRISH EBF MOORESBRIDGE STAKES OF W100,000 (GROUP 2)

One Mile and Two Furlongs 110 Yards (2,100 metres) (Gold Cup Post)

Starting from stalls. Value to winner: r59000; Second: r20000; Third: r10000; Fourth: r5000; Fifth: r3000; Sixth: r2000.

(For Race Conditions see page 39)

RACE SPONSOR

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TRIFECTA RACE Br Breeding

B Breeder

No Horse

1 GUARANTEED (272)

O Owner

F Form

J Jockey

T Trainer

Age st lb

(lbs) Draw

4 9 5

(131) (7)

Br B c Teofilo - Gearanai (USA) B J S Bolger O Mrs J S Bolger & Rectory Road Holdings Limited

015236- F Kevin Manning J J S Bolger T

Proved to be a consistent performer in Group company after taking a couple of starts to come right last season and he is expected to give a solid account. Winning Range GY-Gd. Star Rating 3 Guaranteed 3 flat wins r77,220.00 C — Handicap Rating 107 7/1 HR109 K.J. Manning 9.1 (TS) 5 3/4L 6th of 9 to Norway 9.1 LEP 14 SEP 19 Group 3 1m 4f Gd 12/1 HR109 K.J. Manning 8.13 (TS) hd 1 1/2L 3rd to Buckhurst 9.2 here 16 AUG 19 7rn Group 3 1m 2f Yld/Sft 9/2 HR107 K.J. Manning 8.12 (TS) 3/4L 2nd to Latrobe 9.8 LEP 8 AUG 19 6rn Group 3 1m 4f Gd /Frm

2 LATROBE (220)

5 9 5

(131) (5)

Br Br c Camelot (GB) - Question Times (GB) 442160- F B Sweetmans Bloodstock Wayne Lordan J O LLoyd J Williams Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

2018 Irish Derby winner who has conditions in his favour after running some decent races last season and is proven to be versatile regarding distance. Winning Range GF. Star Rating 4 Latrobe 3 flat wins r900,178.00 C — Handicap Rating 112 James McDonald 8.9 (TS) 6L 18th of 24 to Vow And Declare (AUS) 8.3 FLEMINGTO 5 NOV 19 Group 1 2m Gd /Sft 7/1 HR112 D. O’Brien 9.9 5 1/2L 6th of 10 to Search For A Song 8.11 here 15 SEP 19 Group 1 1m 6f Gd /Frm 9/10Fav HR112 D. O’Brien 9.8 won 3/4L 1 3/4L from Guaranteed 8.12 and Broad Street (GB) 9.8 LEP 8 AUG 19 6rn Group 3 1m 4f Gd /Frm 2min 35.5sec

3 LEO DE FURY (251)

4 9 5

Br Ch c Australia (GB) - Attire B B V Sangster O Zhang Yuesheng

(131) (9)

118254- F Shane Foley J Mrs John Harrington T

A lightly-raced individual who remains open to progression on his seventh career start and has run well on both his appearances at the track. Winning Range Gd-GF. Star Rating 3 Leo De Fury 2 flat wins r21,676.00 C — Handicap Rating 107 S. Foley 8.11 3/4L 1 1/4L 1 1/2L 4th to Skalleti (FR) 9.2 PARISLONG 5 OCT 19 6rn Group 2 1m 2f Sft 6/1 HR109 S. Foley 9.1 4 1/2L 5th of 9 to Norway 9.1 LEP 14 SEP 19 Group 3 1m 4f Gd 7/1 HR105 S. Foley 8.13 hd 2nd to Buckhurst 9.2 here 16 AUG 19 7rn Group 3 1m 2f Yld/Sft

4 NUMERIAN (81)

4 9 5

(131) (8)

Br B g Holy Roman Emperor - Delicate Charm 56322-1 F B Whisperview Trading Ltd Declan McDonogh J O Long Wait Two Partnership Joseph Patrick O’Brien T

He improved up the handicap ranks last season and took another step forward when scoring in Listed company at Naas in March. This, however, is a tougher assignment. Winning Range Hvy-Sft & AW. Star Rating 3 Numerian 3 flat wins r44,978.00— Handicap Rating 104 15/2 HR104 D.P. McDonogh 9.7 won 2 3/4L 3/4L from Sir Dragonet 9.12 and Halimi 9.7 NAAS 23 MAR 7rn Listed 1m 2f Sft/Hvy 2min 23sec 5/1 HR104 D.P. McDonogh 9.3 hd 2nd to Blenheim Palace 9.3 DUN 27 SEP 19 8rn Group 3 1m 2f 150yds Std 4/1Fav HR99 D. O’Brien 9.6 3/4L 2nd to One Cool Poet 9.3 here 15 SEP 19 16rn Ext hcp 1m 2f Gd /Frm

RACE EIGHT

5 PERSIAN LION (133)

5 9 5

Br Ch g Leroidesanimaux (BRZ) - Persian Memories B Windflower Overseas Holdings Inc O Miss Katy Brown

(131) (6)

99600-7 F Killian Hennessy J Miss Katy Brown T

He was a useful type for Jessica Harrington but has struggled over the winter months on the all-weather and faces an impossible task at this level. Winning Range GF. Star Rating 1 Persian Lion 1 flat win r10,780.00— Handicap Rating 72 Martin Dwyer 9.6 (BK) (TS) 17L last of 7 to Agent of Fortune (GB) 9.2 LINGFIELD 31 JAN hcp (61-75)1m 1yds AWT 33/1 HR75 M.A. Gallagher 9.10 (CP) (TS) 4 3/4L 11th of 14 to Art Of America (GB) 9.2 DUN 6 DEC 19 hcp 1m 2f 150yds Std 33/1 HR76 M.A. Gallagher 9.4 (CP) (TS) 44L 13th of 14 to Irradiate 8.2 DUN 29 NOV 19 hcp 2m Std 36

6 EFFERNOCK FIZZ (205)

5 9 2

Br B f Lovelace (GB) - Manx Fizz (GB) B Mr T B Sheridan O T B Sheridan

(128) (1)

210768- F Colin Keane J Miss Katy Brown T

She is better known for her exploits over hurdles and, like her stablemate, has a lot to find with the leading protagonists on the figures. Winning Range GF. Star Rating 1 Effernock Fizz 1 flat win r3,593.80 3 N.H. wins r22,467.00— Handicap Rating 68 25/1 HR64 M.A. Gallagher 9.13 10L 8th of 14 to Getaway Queen 8.8 DUN 20 NOV 19 hcp (45-65)1m 4f Std A.W. Short 10.5 47L 6th of 7 to Quel Destin (FR) 11.6 CHELTENHA 26 OCT 19 hdl 2m 87yds Hvy 20/1 HR68 O.J. Orr 9.3 5 1/2L 7th of 9 to Sweet Dime (GB) 8.6 DUN 11 OCT 19 hcp 1m 4f Std

7 FLEETING (237)

4 9 2

Br B f Zoffany - Azafata (SPA) B Mr Fernando Bermudez O Mrs John Magnier & Michael Tabor & Derrick Smith

(128) (2)

224524- F Seamie Heffernan J A P O’Brien T

She enjoyed a busy campaign in 2019, running well on numerous occasions without getting her head in front at the highest level, and appears set for another fine season. Winning Range Gd-GF. Star Rating 4 Fleeting 2 flat wins r54,350.20— Handicap Rating 114 D. O’Brien 8.13 s/hd 1L nk 4th to Star Catcher (GB) 8.13 ASCOT 19 OCT 19 12rn Group 1 1m 3f 133yds Sft W.M. Lordan 8.11 nk 2nd to Villa Marina (GB) 8.11 PARISLONG 6 OCT 19 12rn Group 1 1m 2f Sft W.M. Lordan 8.9 2 1/4L 5th of 9 to Star Catcher (GB) 8.9 LONGCHAMP 15 SEP 19 1m 4f Gd

8 MARIA CHRISTINA (222) Br B f Kodiac (GB) - Suitably Discreet (USA) B Moyglare Stud Farm Ltd O Moyglare Stud Farm

4 9 2 (CPiece)

(128) (4)

4-251- F Robbie Downey J D K Weld T

Won her maiden well at Naas in November but this is a big step up and she’s probably in here to ensure a good gallop for her stable companion Search For A Song. Winning Range Hvy. Star Rating 1 Maria Christina 1 flat win r7,387.50— Handicap Rating 73 9/2 HR73 O.J. Orr 9.0 won 1L 1L from Nan Yehi 9.0 and Double Jemmy 8.13 NAAS 3 NOV 19 13rn mdn 1m 3f 180yds Hvy 2min 53.8sec 11/4Fav O.J. Orr 9.0 1L 5th of 13 to De Name Escapes Me 10.4 ROS 10 JUN 19 mdn 1m 2f Sft/Hvy 3/1 C.D. Hayes 9.0 4 1/4L 2nd to Solage (GB) 9.0 GOW 9 APR 19 13rn mdn 1m 1f 130yds Yld/Sft

9 SEARCH FOR A SONG (271)

4 9 2

Br Ch f Galileo - Polished Gem B Moyglare Stud Farm Ltd O Moyglare Stud Farm

(128) (3)

12411- F Oisin Orr J D K Weld T

Improved markedly last year and won the Group 1 Irish St. Leger on her final start here in September. She’s dropping in distance but might get away with it as Maria Christina can ensure a strong pace. Winning Range Gd-GF. Star Rating 5 Search For A Song 3 flat wins r393,499.70 C — Handicap Rating 116 10/1 HR105 C.D. Hayes 8.11 won 2 1/4L 1 1/2L from Kew Gardens 9.9 and Southern France 9.9 here 15 SEP 19 10rn Group 1 1m 6f Gd /Frm 3min 3.2sec Oisin Murphy 8.12 won 1 3/4L hd from Vivionn (GB) 8.12 and Spirit of Appin (GB) 9.7 YORK 22 AUG 19 10rn Listed 1m 3f 188yds Gd 2min 30.3sec 14/1 C.D. Hayes 9.0 1/2L 4 1/2L 3/4L 4th to Star Catcher (GB) 9.0 here 20 JUL 19 8rn Group 1 1m 4f Gd

CPiece worn by No. 8.

Probable Starting Prices - 7/4 Fleeting, 5/2 Latrobe, 4/1 Search For A Song, 8/1 Numerian, 10/1 Guaranteed, Leo De Fury, 50/1 Maria Christina, 100/1 Persian Lion, Effernock Fizz

2019 - 1st Magical 2nd Flag Of Honour 3rd The King (2 min. 12.2 sec.)

CURRAGH COMMENT SEARCH FOR A SONG produced a career-best effort at this track on her final start last year, winning at the highest level at the expense of Kew Gardens, Southern France and Cross Counter. She improved markedly for the step up to 1m6f in the Irish St. Leger and the reopposing Latrobe was back in sixth.

In an ideal world she’d want further than an extended 1m2f, but on the evidence of her maiden win and Listed success at York she isn’t slow and will appreciate the quick ground on offer. Her stable companion Maria Christina could be in to ensure this doesn’t turn into a sprint finish. Fleeting is an admirable filly who always runs her race but probably doesn’t win as often as she should, while the 2018 Irish Derby winner Latrobe is entitled to get closer to the selection over this trip.

DANGER: LATROBE

RACE EIGHT

WIN: SEARCH FOR A SONG

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TODAY’S RACE CONDITIONS FIRST RACE 4.05p.m. The Tally-Ho Stud Irish EBF (C & G) Maiden of €17,500 (Plus 10 Race) (Generously sponsored by Tally-Ho Stud and the Irish EBF (€4,500)) Winner will receive €10,500 (Penalty Value: €10,325), Second will receive €3,500, Third will receive €1,750, Fourth will receive €875, Fifth will receive €525, Sixth will receive €350. For two years old colts and geldings only, maidens at starting that are EBF eligible.

About 5 furlongs. Maximum Runners: 18. €140 to enter, €35 extra if declared to run. Weights: 9st 2lbs. (The connections of the winner, if qualified under the Rules of the Plus 10 Bonus Scheme, will share a Prize of €10,000). Stalls Centre of Course. Value to winner: r10325; Second: r3500; Third: r1750; Fourth: r875; Fifth: r525; Sixth: r350.

SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE SECOND RACE 4.40p.m. The Irish Stallion Farms EBF (C & G) Maiden of €15,000 (Plus 10 Race) (Generously sponsored by the Irish EBF (€3,000)) Winner will receive €9,000 (Penalty Value: €8,850), Second will receive €3,000, Third will receive €1,500, Fourth will receive €750, Fifth will receive €450, Sixth will receive €300. For three years old colts and geldings only, maidens at starting that are EBF eligible. About 1 mile 2 furlongs. Maximum Runners: 18. €120 to enter, €30 extra if declared to run. Weights: 9st 7lbs. (The connections of the winner, if qualified under the Rules of the Plus 10 Bonus Scheme, will share a Prize of €12,500 subject to all of last year’s available two-year-old bonuses not being won). Starting from stalls.

Value to winner: r8850; Second: r3000; Third: r1500; Fourth: r750; Fifth: r450; Sixth: r300.

SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE THIRD RACE 5.10p.m. The Equine MediRecord Handicap of €21,000 (Generously sponsored by Equine MediRecord) Winner will receive €12,600 (Penalty Value: €12,390), Second will receive €4,200, Third will receive €2,100, Fourth will receive €1,050, Fifth will receive €630, Sixth will receive €420. An extended handicap for three years old and upwards (100 = 10st). Top weight in the original handicap and after the time of declaration shall not be less than 10st and the minimum weight is 8st 6lbs. About 6 furlongs. Maximum Runners: 18. €168 to enter, €42 extra if declared to run. Penalties - (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 6lb extra for each race won. Horses which receive a published weight of 8st 5lbs or less will be entitled to a 50% reduction in entry fee. Should they be declared to run they will then become liable for the full amount of the cost to run. Stalls Centre of Course. Handicaps calculated 8th June. Weights raised by 4lbs. Value to winner: r12390; Second: r4200; Third: r2100; Fourth: r1050; Fifth: r630; Sixth: r420.

SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE FOURTH RACE 5.40p.m. The Anglesey Lodge Equine Hospital Handicap of €21,000 (Generously sponsored by Anglesey Lodge Equine Hospital) Winner will receive €12,600 (Penalty Value: €12,390), Second will receive €4,200, Third will receive €2,100, Fourth will receive €1,050, Fifth will receive €630, Sixth will receive €420. An extended handicap for three years old only (95 = 10st). Top weight in the original handicap and after the time of declaration shall not be less than 10st and the minimum weight is 8st 6lbs. About 7 furlongs. Maximum Runners: 18. €168 to enter, €42 extra if declared to run. Penalties - (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 6lb extra for each race won. Horses which receive a published weight of 8st 5lbs or less will be entitled to a 50% reduction in entry fee. Should they be declared to run they will then become liable for the full amount of the cost to run. Starting from stalls. Handicaps calculated 8th June. Weights raised by 3lbs. Value to winner: r12390; Second: r4200; Third: r2100; Fourth: r1050; Fifth: r630; Sixth: r420.

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE FIFTH RACE 6.10p.m. The Coolmore Ten Sovereigns Gallinule Stakes of €50,000 (Group 3) Winner will receive €30,000 (Penalty Value: €29,500), Second will receive €10,000, Third will receive €5,000, Fourth will receive €2,500, Fifth will receive €1,500, Sixth will receive €1,000. For three years old only. About 1 mile 2 furlongs. Maximum Runners: 18. €400 to enter, €100 extra if declared to run. Weights: 9st 5lbs. Fillies allowed 3lbs. Penalties - (to count from 1st July, 2019) Winner of a Group 3 race 3lb extra; Of two Group 3 races or a Group 2 race 5lb extra. Of a Group 1 race 7lb extra. Starting from stalls. Value to winner: r29500; Second: r10000; Third: r5000; Fourth: r2500; Fifth: r1500; Sixth: r1000.

SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE SIXTH RACE 6.40p.m. The Tattersalls Irish 2,000 Guineas of €250,000 (Group 1) (Generously sponsored by Tattersalls) Winner will receive €145,000 (Penalty Value: €142,500), Second will receive €50,000, Third will receive €25,000, Fourth will receive €12,500, Fifth will receive €7,500, Sixth will receive €5,000, Seventh will receive €2,500, Eighth will receive €2,500. For three years old colts and fillies only. About 1 mile. Maximum Runners: 18. €312.50 to enter on September 25th or €6,250 if entered on April 22nd. €468.75 extra if forfeit not declared by December 11th. €625 extra if forfeit not declared by April 22nd. €1,093.75 extra if forfeit not declared by June 8th or €25,000 if entered by June 8th. Weights: 9st 2lbs. Fillies allowed 3lbs. Any entry or forfeit fee already paid for this race will be refunded in line with the above new fees. Starting from stalls. Value to winner: r142500; Second: r50000; Third: r25000; Fourth: r12500; Fifth: r7500; Sixth: r5000; Seventh: r2500; Eighth: r2500.

SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE SEVENTH RACE 7.15p.m. The Paddy Power Irish Lincolnshire of €75,000 (Premier Handicap) (Generously sponsored by Paddy Power) Winner will receive €45,000 (Penalty Value: €44,250), Second will receive €15,000, Third will receive €7,500, Fourth will receive €3,750, Fifth will receive €2,250, Sixth will receive €1,500. An extended handicap for four years old and upwards that have run at least three times under any Rules of Racing before 1st June, 2020, at least one of those runs having been on or after 1st May, 2019 (105 = 10st). Top weight in the original handicap and after the time of declaration shall not be less than 10st and the minimum weight is 8st 6lbs. About 1 mile. Maximum Runners: 18. €300 to enter on May 27th, €300 extra if forfeit not declared by June 8th and €150 extra if declared to run. Penalties - (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 7lb extra for each race won. Starting from stalls. Handicaps calculated 2nd June. Value to winner: r44250; Second: r15000; Third: r7500; Fourth: r3750; Fifth: r2250; Sixth: r1500.

SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE EIGHTH RACE 7.45p.m. The Coolmore Magna Grecia Irish EBF Mooresbridge Stakes of €100,000 (Group 2) (Generously sponsored by Coolmore Stud and the Irish EBF (€15,000)) Winner will receive €60,000 (Penalty Value: €59,000), Second will receive €20,000, Third will receive €10,000, Fourth will receive €5,000, Fifth will receive €3,000, Sixth will receive €2,000. For four years old and upwards. About 1 mile 2 furlongs 110 yards.

Maximum Runners: 18. €500 to enter on May 27th, €500 extra if forfeit not declared by June 8th or €10,000 if entered by June 8th. Weights: 9st 5lbs. Fillies allowed 3lbs. Penalties - (to count from 1st October, 2019) Winner of a Group 1 race 3lb extra. Starting from stalls. Value to winner: r59000; Second: r20000; Third: r10000; Fourth: r5000; Fifth: r3000; Sixth: r2000.

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