16:00 Fri 21 April 2023

SPRING TWO DAY N.H. RACE MEETING MAIDEN HURDLE

Distance 2m

Prize €10,000 Age 4yo to 5yo Race State Declaration Runners 16

Going Yielding

Looking at the ratings, Stuzzikini (IRE) is the top-rated horse with a total of 243.4 points, followed by Je Tai Porte (IRE) with 236.2 points, and Alhaajeb (IRE) with 226.3 points. Men Of Dreams (IRE) has a rating of 208.6 points, making it the fourth top-rated horse in this race.

In terms of odds, Stuzzikini has the lowest odds at Evens, followed by Je Tai Porte at 100/30, and Alhaajeb at 14/1. Men Of Dreams is priced at 20/1.

Last race rating (LR) is also an important factor to consider. Stuzzikini has the highest LR among the runners, with a rating of 45.7. Je Tai Porte has an LR of 66.6, followed by Alhaajeb with 58.0. Men Of Dreams has an LR of 35.8.

Speed rating is also a key factor, and Stuzzikini has the highest speed rating among the runners with 45.6, followed by Port Nelson (IRE) with 20.0, and Alhaajeb with 11.6.

In terms of jockey and trainer ratings, there is no information provided in the table.

From the comments, it seems that Stuzzikini has to bounce back from a poor run at Down Royal, while Alhaajeb has to improve significantly on its hurdles debut at Fontwell last November. Je Tai Porte put up an improved effort over hurdles last time at Naas and can run another respectable race. Men Of Dreams is probably best watched on its hurdling debut after a break.

Overall, based on the ratings and comments provided, Stuzzikini, Je Tai Porte, Alhaajeb, and Men Of Dreams seem to be the top contenders in this race, with Stuzzikini and Je Tai Porte having the highest chances of winning. However, it is important to note that factors such as current form, track conditions, and jockey and trainer performance can also impact the outcome of the race.

16:35 Fri 21 April 2023

FOLLOW KILBEGGAN ON INSTAGRAM MARES HANDICAP HURDLE

Distance 2m 3f 50y

Prize €11,000 Age 4yo+ Race State Declaration Runners 19

Going Yielding

Looking at the race card and analysis provided, there are several horses with good chances of winning based on their ratings, last race ratings, and suitability for today’s conditions.

The top-rated horse is Scenic Look, who has a total rating of 299.2 and is priced at 11/2. She won a maiden hurdle at Down Royal last year and ran a good race in a mares’ conditions hurdle at Limerick last time, suggesting that the 2m3f trip should be within her reach. Her speed rating is also impressive, and she has a good jockey and trainer rating.

Hide And Seek is another horse with a decent chance. She won a Tramore maiden hurdle last year and has a speed rating of 64.7. Her last race rating is not as good as some of the other runners, but she cannot be dismissed from a yard that knows how to win races.

Betty Dutton has a total rating of 279.5 and is priced at 15/2. She won a Roscommon maiden hurdle last autumn and has a fair mark for her handicap debut. However, she lacks a recent run, which could be a concern.

Fruit Blossom has shown improved form lately, finishing second in a Downpatrick handicap last time. Her total rating is 264.6, and she is priced at 8/1. She has a good speed rating and should appreciate the longer trip.

Other horses that could be in with a shout include Parvos, who has been consistent in defeat lately and has a good jockey rating. Game And Glory also ran well last time out and could be involved if repeating that form off a 1lb higher mark.

It is worth noting that some horses have not run for a while or are yet to prove themselves at this level, so their chances cannot be accurately assessed based on the available data. Additionally, the ground condition is yielding, which could favour certain types of runners, so it is important to take this into account when assessing each horse’s chances.

17:10 Fri 21 April 2023

kilbegganraces.com MAIDEN HURDLE

Distance 2m 3f 50y

Prize €10,000 Age 5yo+ Race State Declaration Runners 19

Going Yielding

Looking at the provided horse racing data and comments, it seems that the top-rated horse is Zaidi, who has a total of 377.6 points and is the current favorite at odds of 4/7. Zaidi is a point-to-point winner who easily won a bumper on debut for this yard last month and ran a fine race on hurdling debut over 2m4f at Fairyhouse since. With improvement likely from that run, Zaidi is expected to take high rank today.

The second-highest rated horse is Fameaftertheglory, who has a total of 301.8 points and is the second favorite at odds of 100/30. Fameaftertheglory is a point and bumper winner who has been placed numerous times over hurdles and fences from 2m-3m. However, his losing run is a concern, although the cheekpieces that replace his other headgear may help him to perform better.

The third highest-rated horse is Sir Jimmy Mac, who has a total of 261.5 points and is priced at 9/1. Sir Jimmy Mac was a wide-margin Downpatrick bumper winner on debut last year but performed way below that level at Punchestown next time. However, he has the ability to run well if ready enough on his return.

The fourth highest-rated horse is More Info, who has a total of 237.0 points and is priced at 66/1. More Info is a bumper winner who has been placed a few times over hurdles but is returning from a long lay-off and may need this run.

Among the other horses, Ostend has been improving and is expected to be involved. Hamartia and Is That So will have to improve significantly to win. Jimli’s Cave, Longagoanfarbehind, and Share The Joy have shown little in their previous races and are best looked over. Sand Castle has shown little in four hurdle starts and is passed over. Shoe String was well-held in a Flat maiden when last seen and will have to step up on form to take this on hurdling debut. Ounce Of Gold has not shown much sign of ability and has jumping issues, while Max Time pulled-up on hurdling debut at 100-1.

Overall, it seems that Zaidi, Fameaftertheglory, Sir Jimmy Mac, and Ostend are the most likely contenders, with Zaidi being the clear favourite. However, any factors that might be overlooked by the overall rating should be taken into account when making a final decision.

17:40 Fri 21 April 2023

MULLINGAR HANDICAP HURDLE

Distance 3m

Prize €10,000 Rated (80-95) Age 4yo+ Race State Declaration Runners 18

Going Yielding

Looking at the data provided, the top four rated horses in the race are Merry Moves (273.3 points), Female Approach (229.4 points), Hockworthy Flyer (228.9 points), and Winnie Woodnutt (205.4 points).

Merry Moves won a handicap hurdle at Limerick last month over 2m6f on soft ground, but was not as impressive in a similar contest 18 days later. She may be on a high enough mark now, and the quicker ground may not be ideal.

Female Approach is a dual flat winner for Noel Meade, and showed some improvement when finishing third in a Ballinrobe mares’ maiden over 2m2f on good ground last week. She may appreciate the drying ground, although she has not yet proven herself over this longer trip.

Hockworthy Flyer finished third in a maiden at Clonmel over 2m4f on good-to-yielding ground last September, and was a fair fourth at Thurles in December. She has a good chance of staying the longer trip and the ground is in her favor.

Winnie Woodnutt is a triple point-to-point winner who made an encouraging return to the track when third in a 2m Naas handicap last month on ground probably plenty soft enough. The better ground should suit, and the hood is now tried. She is a contender if she stays.

Among the others, Elle Dorado Rock was second in a staying flat handicap at Gowran Park on Wednesday, and may be a major player if making a quick reappearance here. Camilla’s Choice, second reserve, is a point-to-point winner and has a couple of hurdle placings on decent ground earlier in the season, which would give cause for hope if she gets in.

In terms of jockeys and trainers, there are no standout combinations, so it is difficult to make any conclusions based on those factors alone.

Overall, Merry Moves, Female Approach, Hockworthy Flyer, and Winnie Woodnutt appear to be the main contenders based on their ratings and recent form, with Elle Dorado Rock and Camilla’s Choice as potential outsiders to consider.

18:10 Fri 21 April 2023

IRISH STALLION FARMS EBF MARES BEGINNERS CHASE

Distance 2m 3f 100y

Prize €14,000 Age 5yo+ Race State Declaration Runners 9

Going Yielding

Looking at the ratings, the top four horses in the race are Elle Perfecta, Happy D’ex, Robyndeglory, and Vera Verto.

Elle Perfecta has a total of 356.6 points and is rated 119 in her last race. She has decent speed ratings and her suitability for today’s conditions is good, as she has won on good ground in the past. Her trainer and jockey ratings are not provided, so it’s difficult to determine if she has an advantage in that area.

Happy D’ex has a total of 316.3 points and is rated 78.5 in her last race. She has good speed ratings and is well-suited to the 2m4f distance and good ground. She has also shown good form in mares’ beginners chases, finishing second in two of three starts. Her trainer and jockey ratings are not provided, so it’s difficult to determine if she has an advantage in that area.

Robyndeglory has a total of 271.6 points and is rated 68.6 in her last race. She is trip and ground versatile but has a bit to find with some of her rivals on hurdle ratings. Her trainer and jockey ratings are not provided, so it’s difficult to determine if she has an advantage in that area.

Vera Verto has a total of 264.8 points and is rated 72.3 in her last race. She has a decent hurdle rating of 114 and winning form on yielding ground. However, it would be surprising if she made a major impact on her chasing debut. Her trainer and jockey ratings are not provided, so it’s difficult to determine if she has an advantage in that area.

Of the top four rated horses, Happy D’ex seems to be the strongest contender based on her good form in mares’ beginners chases and suitability for today’s conditions. Elle Perfecta also has a good chance, with her speed ratings and suitability for the ground. The comments suggest that Choice of Words could also be a contender if she can sort out her jumping, and Bay Ambition has run well over fences despite not yet winning. Kate Ill Know and Rebel Early have a bit to find based on their ratings and form.

18:40 Fri 21 April 2023

FOLLOW KILBEGGAN ON FACEBOOK HANDICAP CHASE

Distance 2m 3f 100y

Prize €11,000 Rated (0-109) Age 5yo+ Race State Declaration Runners 14

Going Yielding

The top-rated horses in this 2m3½f handicap chase at Kilbeggan are Arctic Ambition, Huntingtown, Oscer Romero, and Donnrua Dream.

Arctic Ambition has struggled with his jumping in his recent outings over fences but showed promise in his latest run over hurdles. The better ground might suit him, but he needs to improve his jumping.

Huntingtown is a handicap hurdle winner at this track and showed improvement last time out when wearing a visor. He has a good chance of being competitive here.

Oscer Romero has three hurdle wins at Ballinrobe and broke his duck over fences last time out with an all-the-way success at Wexford. The better ground should not be an issue, and he is likely to employ similar tactics. He looks like a strong contender.

Donnrua Dream won twice over hurdles on heavy ground but pulled up in both recent chasing starts. It is hard to be confident in him on his handicap chase debut.

Dylan Lombardy is making his chasing debut and showed good form in handicap hurdles last spring. He has a half-brother to Noble Yeats and should appreciate the better ground. He looks an interesting contender.

Gali Flight is a 20-race maiden over hurdles but put in a promising effort on his chasing debut at Thurles last month, finishing clear second. He had a disappointing run at Clonmel since, but he should be worth considering here.

The Connector broke his duck over hurdles in a 2m5f handicap at Punchestown in February and was well beaten last time out off a higher mark. He is now making his chasing debut and could be interesting if he takes to the fences.

In summary, Oscer Romero looks like a strong contender with Huntingtown and Gali Flight also worth considering. Dylan Lombardy and The Connector could be interesting at bigger odds if they take to chasing.

19:10 Fri 21 April 2023

RACING AGAIN FRIDAY EVENING MAY 12th BEGINNERS CHASE

Distance 2m 6f

Prize €11,000 Age 5yo+ Race State Declaration Runners 11

Going Yielding

Looking at the provided data and comments for the Kilbeggan “Racing Again Friday Evening May 12th Beginners Chase,” the top four rated horses are Slane Hill, Bodhisattva, Time Marches On, and Sphagnum.

Slane Hill is the highest rated horse with a total of 367.4 points and is currently priced at 3/1. He is a progressive hurdler who won a maiden at Naas and finished third in a Gowran Park handicap over similar trip as this race. However, he disappointed in his subsequent run at Gowran Park, and the ground conditions might not be in his favor since he performed well on soft/heavy grounds over the winter.

Bodhisattva is the second highest rated horse with a total of 267.8 points and is currently priced at 9/2. He won a Navan maiden hurdle over 2 miles on heavy ground last season, and although he has been running well over longer distances, his latest run was below his best. However, he comes from a family of Irish National winner Point Barrow, indicating that he might adapt well to chasing.

Time Marches On is the third-highest rated horse with a total of 260.9 points and is currently priced at 14/1. He is a maiden hurdler rated 113 who has shown good efforts over staying trips towards the end of last year. He is one of two runners for Robcour, and the market could provide insight into their respective chances.

Sphagnum is the fourth-highest rated horse with a total of 254.5 points and is currently priced at 16/1. He won handicap hurdles at Sligo and Downpatrick last summer on decent ground, but the handicapper appeared to have caught up with him by September. He is back from a winter off for his chasing debut but has a bit to find on hurdle ratings with some of the other runners.

It is worth noting that Clondaw Hollow, who is rated fifth and priced at 4/1, has experience in both point-to-points and hurdles, and although he struggled in his recent chase debut, he is entitled to be thereabouts on his hurdle rating of 121.

In conclusion, based on the provided data and comments, the horses with the best chances of winning are Slane Hill, Bodhisattva, Time Marches On, and Sphagnum. However, factors such as the ground conditions and the potential improvement of some runners cannot be overlooked.