13:15 CorkSat 8 Apr 7f Mdn

Sibyl Charm is a promising type who finished second in her only run for Johnny Murtagh and should be well up to winning a maiden. You Send Me is also a promising sort who finished fifth on debut at the Curragh and is open to progress. Thunder Dance is a newcomer but has a good pedigree and the market can guide for her debut.

Beauty Bella and Allie Bear could also be in with a chance as they have shown some promise in their previous runs. Beauty Bella ran quite well for a long way on debut and the drop in trip could suit her. Allie Bear never got into the argument on debut but could improve.

Arancha, Perfectlikethemoon, Timeless Piece, Chica Linda, and Lolyta are unlikely to win based on their previous performances.

Red Carpet is a bit of an unknown quantity as she is a Galileo sister to Group-placed 1m 2yo winner Bluegrass, but her debut run was not impressive. However, her yard’s 3yo maidens have begun the season well, so she may have a chance.

Overall, the top three horses with the potential to win are Sibyl Charm, You Send Me, and Thunder Dance, but Beauty Bella and Allie Bear should not be ruled out.

13:45 CorkSat 8 Apr 7f Mdn

Chiketto is a promising sort who showed improvement on his second start last year, finishing third in a Curragh maiden over this trip on softish ground. Gelded since and off a break, he’s open to progress.

Why Comply is a Fast Company filly who is half-sister to several winners, including useful 1m-1¼m winner Global Hunter and winner up to 1¼m Eagle Spirit. She has a noteworthy jockey booking for debut and every chance she’ll handle the ground.

Semblance Of Order is a fairly useful gelding with claims based on his 2-year-old form, but his below-par performances on softer ground are a concern.

Neowise and Zaragoza are interesting newcomers who could be worth a market check, with both having good pedigrees. Passionate is also closely related to a useful winner and should not be overlooked. Parish Centre is a Parish Hall half-brother to several winners, and the market should point the way for his debut.

Coach Madden, Cozy Cartel, Red Shield, Sneddy Eddie, Teejaydee, and Heartrate are unlikely to win based on their previous performances.

14:20 CorkSat 8 Apr 7f Hcap

1. Tiymara – Ran well on her best run last year when second in a Leopardstown nursery over a mile on easy ground. Same mark today and yard is in form, so has possibilities.
2. Rochester Mike – Ran well in a Curragh maiden over this trip last year when second to smart Paddington. Showed potential again on recent AW run and interesting on h’cap debut with yard in form.
3. Coco Hill – Won two 6f nurseries on easy ground in UK, previously ran well over this trip, and bought for 6,000gns last Autumn. The yard debut and merits consideration.

Other horses that could be in with a chance include Aussie Girl, Queenie St Clair, and Magnanimous Mehmus, who all showed potential on recent runs. Horses that are unlikely to win include Spirit Of Eagles, Broad Daylight, and Fast Trek, who need to improve on their recent performances.

Something Nice has shown promise in all three of his starts, including a second-place finish on seasonal return over this trip at the Curragh on similar ground, and the yard is in good form, so he should be thereabouts.

Overall, the top three horses with the potential to win are Chiketto, Why Comply, and Semblance Of Order, but Something Nice could also be in with a chance.

14:55 CorkSat 8 Apr 7f Hcap

This is a competitive 7f handicap race at Cork, with a mix of experienced and improving horses. Here is an assessment of the runners:

All Lies Ahead showed good attitude to hold on at Leopardstown last time, but the 7lb penalty and higher grade make it tougher here. However, as she is only on her fifth start, there could be more improvement to come.

Big Baby Bull won at Naas last summer, but has not performed well in his two runs this year and is hard to see finding the required improvement.

Cheers Again is a rapid improver from Dundalk over the winter, but his earlier turf form was nowhere near that level. He was withdrawn at Leopardstown last weekend due to heavy ground, so his participation here is doubtful. If he runs, the tongue tie could make a difference.

Coumshingaun was not competitive on her recent comeback run at Naas when hooded. She was progressive last summer, but the handicapper seems to have her measure right now and this trip stretches her.

Crystal Black’s sole win came in a Ballinrobe maiden last year. He was too keen and didn’t count on yard debut at Naas last month, so it is hard to see him featuring here.

Hotrocket made a promising start for his new yard with a good second at Dundalk in November. He remains open to improvement on his handicap debut and could merit consideration.

Independent Expert is a dual winner at this trip and was a very encouraging fourth at Naas last month. He could run a big race back to his optimum trip off a light weight.

Joe Masseria ran a creditable midfield finish at the Lincoln last time, but this easy 7f is probably verging on the inadequate. The testing conditions could make it more of a test and Keane is back aboard.

Laughifuwant likes the mud, but has not won since 2020 and recent form has not been encouraging.

Maud Gonne Spirit may still be too high in the handicap, despite conditions suiting.

Navagio’s sole win came in a Curragh maiden over this trip, but ended last season with sound defeats in handicaps and should probably be watched on seasonal return for his new yard.

San Aer put in a really good effort when fourth in last month’s Lincoln and is down in grade here. He is likely to be a big player on ground he clearly handles.

Secret Magician finds this trip his limit, but was in good form when last seen in the autumn, just denied in heavy ground at the Curragh over 6f. He has run well fresh and has no problem with the ground, but may find a few stronger in the finish.

Spanish Tenor won a couple of races at this trip last year but has been on a downward trajectory of late. He has a fair bit to find with Vocal Studies on recent Naas running.

Vocal Studies won a Galway maiden last autumn in heavy ground and confirmed his liking for heavy when a good clear second at Naas recently. The valuable 3lb claimer negates his rise in the weights, so he has to be considered a major player.

Overall, there are several horses with a chance of winning this race, but the top three horses that could win are Independent Expert, San Aer, and Vocal Studies. Independent Expert ran a promising race last time and could benefit from returning to his optimum trip. San Aer is down in grade and handles the ground well, while Vocal Studies has proven form on heavy ground and has a valuable 3lb claimer. Other horses that could be in with a chance include All Lies Ahead, Hotrocket, and Secret Magician.

15:30 CorkSat 8 Apr 6f Listed

In this 6f Listed race at Cork, Tenebrism looks to be the horse to beat, with a solid effort in a Group 1 at Ascot last year and a 5lb penalty for winning a Group 1 over 7f in France. Moss Tucker also has potential, with impressive form at the end of last season and a win in a Listed race at the Curragh. Wodao, who won in this grade at Tipperary and stepped up to this trip for a career-best at Doncaster, is also a contender.

My Eyes Adore You has shown good form at this level before and should be considered for an each-way bet, while Wave Machine, a winner of a 6f Curragh maiden last season, will need to step up again in this company. Saliteh has race-fitness but has plenty to find, while Lovely Mana and Pretty Rebel have potential but will need to improve to challenge the leading contenders.

Clever And Cool was beaten 8l in the Group 3 1000 Guineas Trial last week and faces a tough task here.

16:05 CorkSat 8 Apr 5f Mdn

Alabama looks to be the standout horse in this field based on the comments. He is a No Nay Never colt who comes from powerful connections and has been highly spoken of by his trainer. He is also closely related to some high-class winners, including Sioux Nation, who won at Gr 1 level over 5-6f as a 2-year-old.

Sturlasson showed ability on debut, finishing runner-up to a well-regarded rival. He is by a well-touted first-season sire out of a Listed-winning dam and can use his experience to good effect.

Noche Magica is a Night of Thunder colt who was a relatively expensive yearling and is half-brother to a 2-year-old 6f winner. His dam is also a half-sister to some high-class sprinters, including 5f Group 3 winner Dandy Man.

It is difficult to separate the rest of the field. Port Louis is a James Garfield colt who is entitled to come on for the run, and Thia is a Vocalised colt whose progeny usually handle soft ground. Capall Donn weakened on debut, and it remains to be seen if he can improve, while there is not much to suggest that he will.

Overall, the top three horses that have the potential to win are Alabama, Sturlasson, and Noche Magica. The others are unlikely to win unless there is a significant improvement or a surprise performance. However, it is important to watch the market for any clues as to how the race might pan out.

16:40 CorkSat 8 Apr 5f Hcap

In this 5f handicap race, there are several runners with chances. Hurricane Ivor, a Group 3 winner in the UK, could be well-handicapped on his yard debut if he returns to form. Downforce is another course specialist who is likely to relish the testing ground, while Craft Irish is a four-time winner last year over 5f-7f, including over C&D and on soft ground. Although she has been below form on her last two starts, she could still improve and cannot be discounted.

Real Force is a three-time winner from 5f-7f, including on heavy ground, and his debut for a new yard can’t be discounted if he returns to his best. Screen Siren is a course and distance winner who has several solid runs in defeat last season and may have an advantage from her recent AW run. Sounds of Spring is another horse who enjoys cut in the ground and is dropping back to 5f, which should suit him. He was just run out of it at Naas on his recent comeback and should be fitter this time.

Aljady, a former seven-time winner in the UK, has not been in his best form since joining this yard but could run well with the addition of blinkers replacing cheekpieces. Harry’s Hill has been a consistent performer over this trip and ground, with solid efforts in defeat on his last two starts, and should be sharper for his recent comeback run.

Among the others, Noche Magica is a well-bred newcomer and could be respected on debut, while Dun Na Sead has won recently but has to prove himself on this ground. Mount Ruapehu is 3lb out of handicap and needs to improve, while Only Spoofing has won 12 times but all his victories have come on a sound surface.

Overall, Hurricane Ivor, Downforce, and Craft Irish are the top three horses with potential to win this race, but Real Force, Screen Siren, and Sounds of Spring cannot be overlooked.

17:15 CorkSat 8 Apr 5f Mdn

Greek Flower has been consistent in maidens, finishing third in her last two races at Dundalk over 5f. She has a good chance of winning, and the high draw could be a positive.

Billboa ran well on debut when finishing third in a 6f maiden at Dundalk, where he chased home two experienced rivals. He could progress and handle these more testing conditions, making him another one to consider.

Two Stars is a well-bred newcomer by Starspangledbanner out of a mare closely related to a 5f 2yo Listed winner. He has lots to like on paper, and his connections are respected, making him a possible contender.

Beaumadier ran a decent fourth in a heavy ground maiden over 6f at Naas, and the drop back in trip to 5f could suit him well. He should be in with a chance.

Oneplusone has shown improvement on his second start, finishing third in a minor event over 5f at Dundalk. He should have more to offer and can’t be ruled out.

National Question is a newcomer by Fracas and half-brother to the Group 1 Criterium International winner Loch Garman. He’s worth a market check, although he may need further in time.

Ano Manna hasn’t shown much in two runs last summer for Jim Bolger, and much improvement is needed on debut for her new yard.

Capallcliste showed early speed on debut at Naas, but he dropped away in the closing stages. He could take a step forward here, but others may be stronger.

Cholita was fifth in a Dundalk maiden in September, but she may need more time to make a serious impact.

Billboa, Greek Flower, and Two Stars are the top three picks to win this maiden race, with Beaumadier and Oneplusone having chances as well.