Sat 1st Jul 2023
1.40 Curragh (13 runners)
Barronstown Stud Irish European
Breeders Fund (C & G) Maiden
7f 

Based on the provided ratings, here is the ranking of the runners from highest to lowest:

1. School Of Law (IRE)
2. Instant Appeal
3. Slurricane (IRE)
4. Huxley (IRE)
5. City Of Troy (USA)
6. Galen
7. King Of Gosford
8. Koniag (IRE)
9. Badda Bing (IRE)
10. Burn The Bridges (IRE)
11. Rapid Mission
12. Truly Kodi (IRE)
13. Auguste Lumiere (IRE)

Now let’s assess the comments for each runner and summarize their chances:

1. School Of Law (IRE): Showed fairly useful form when second in a C&D maiden. Likely to feature with a repeat performance. One to note.
2. Instant Appeal: Showed promise when second in a maiden at Leopardstown on debut. Open to improvement and expected to be in the mix.
3. Slurricane (IRE): Promising type who finished fifth in a minor event at this course on debut. Entitled to do better.
4. Huxley (IRE): Highly promising individual who was denied a run and finished seventh in a maiden at this C&D. Plenty of scope to improve.
5. City Of Troy (USA): Appealing pedigree with strong connections. Newcomer to note for powerful connections.
6. Galen: Well-bred colt with potential. Debutant with a notable pedigree. Keep an eye on this newcomer.
7. King Of Gosford: Warm introduction for this Zoustar colt. May find this race challenging.
8. Koniag (IRE): Debutant with a cheekpieces/tongue tie fitted. Half-brother to a 2-year-old winner. Moderate expectations for debut.
9. Badda Bing (IRE): Debutant colt by Sioux Nation. Dam has produced winners. Watch for any market support.
10. Burn The Bridges (IRE): Debutant gelding by Dandy Man. Yard having a good spell. Further improvement expected.
11. Rapid Mission: Noteworthy newcomer by Frankel. Half-brother to a 1¼m winner. Potential for a good debut performance.
12. Truly Kodi (IRE): Debutant colt by Kodi Bear. Half-brother to winners. Moderate expectations for debut.
13. Auguste Lumiere (IRE): Debutant colt with limited information available. Moderate expectations for debut.

Based on the analysis, the runner deemed best is School Of Law (IRE). It showed promise with a second-place finish in a C&D maiden and is likely to feature with a similar performance. Instant Appeal also showed promise on debut and should be in the mix. Slurricane and Huxley are both promising types and can’t be ignored.

2.15 Curragh (7 runners)
Airlie Stud Stakes (Fillies Group 2)
6f

Based on the provided ratings, here is the ranking of the runners from highest to lowest:

1. Matrika (IRE)
2. Do It With Style (IRE)
3. Gunzburg (IRE)
4. Launch (USA)
5. Grand Job (USA)
6. Ashwiyaa (IRE)
7. Miss Roberts

Now let’s assess the comments for each runner and summarize their chances:

1. Matrika (IRE): Impressive debut winner at Curragh and an excellent second in the Albany Stakes at Royal Ascot. Yard in good form. Very much the one to beat.
2. Do It With Style (IRE): C&D debut winner followed by a disappointing performance in the Albany Stakes. Not ruled out based on previous success.
3. Gunzburg (IRE): Twice-raced winner with a recent victory at Down Royal. Should progress further now back at 6f. Holds a strong chance.
4. Launch (USA): Thrice-raced maiden with a poor performance in the Queen Mary Stakes at Royal Ascot. Not expected to be a top contender.
5. Grand Job (USA): Second in a maiden at this C&D on debut. Yard in good form. Open to progress and has place claims.
6. Ashwiyaa (IRE): Twice-raced maiden with a good second-place finish at Listowel. Needs to step up further to be competitive in this race.
7. Miss Roberts: Twice-raced maiden with a fourth-place finish at Doncaster. Uphill task to compete against stronger opposition.

Based on the analysis, the runner deemed best is Matrika (IRE). It has shown strong form, including an impressive debut win and a second-place finish in a prestigious race at Royal Ascot. Do It With Style, Gunzburg, and Grand Job are the other top contenders based on their performances and form.

2.50 Curragh (15 runners)
Sherry FitzGerald Country Homes Handicap
6f 

Based on the provided ratings, here is the ranking of the runners from highest to lowest:

1. Dandyville (IRE)
2. Apache Outlaw (IRE)
3. Gordon Bennett (IRE)
4. Ice Cold In Alex (IRE)
5. Heavenly Power (IRE)
6. Song For Whoever (IRE)
7. Parting Glass (IRE)
8. Coumshingaun (IRE)
9. Greek Flower (IRE)
10. Midnight Fire (IRE)
11. Gabriellas Spirit (IRE)
12. Iva Batt (IRE)
13. Dream Today (IRE)
14. Hallowed Time (IRE)
15. Navalny (IRE)

Now let’s assess the comments for each runner and summarize their chances:

1. Dandyville (IRE): Multiple wins on the Flat, including a C&D victory. Fifth in a conditions event at Fairyhouse on reappearance. Should be spot on with that run behind him. Respected.
2. Apache Outlaw (IRE): Fourth in a handicap at this course. Stable in good form. Tongue strap back on. Open to improvement. Considered a big player for a leading stable.
3. Gordon Bennett (IRE): C&D winner. Fifth in a handicap at Fairyhouse. Should be in better form now. Respected.
4. Ice Cold In Alex (IRE): Four-time course winner. Fourth in a handicap at Fairyhouse. Unsuited by the drop in trip. Can bounce back.
5. Heavenly Power (IRE): C&D winner but ran poorly in a handicap at this course. A bounce back is needed.
6. Song For Whoever (IRE): One win from three runs this year. Sixth in a handicap at this course. Below form recently.
7. Parting Glass (IRE): Lightly-raced winner. Fifth in a handicap at Cork. Below form but has shown promise.
8. Coumshingaun (IRE): Defending champion. Third in a handicap at Gowran. Lower in the weights than last year. A bold bid is expected.
9. Greek Flower (IRE): Second in a handicap at Down Royal. Sticking to task. Creditable performance.
10. Midnight Fire (IRE): Three-time C&D winner. Third in a handicap at this course. Running on. Engaged to run again soon. Tongue strap back on.
11. Gabriellas Spirit (IRE): One win from two runs this year. Below form in a handicap at Cork. Needs to improve.
12. Iva Batt (IRE): Below form in a handicap at Roscommon. Needs to bounce back.
13. Dream Today (IRE): Latest win at Dundalk. Fifth in a minor event at Limerick. Needs improvement.
14. Hallowed Time (IRE): Respectable fourth in a handicap at Down Royal. Stable in good form. Considered.
15. Navalny (IRE): Below form in a maiden at Limerick. Makes handicap debut. Improvement needed.

Based on the analysis, the runner deemed best is Dandyville (IRE). With multiple wins on the Flat and a C&D victory, the fifth-place finish in the recent race should have brought him to the right fitness level. Apache Outlaw, Gordon Bennett, and Ice Cold In Alex are the other top contenders based on their performances and potential for improvement.

3.25 Curragh (9 runners)
Yulong Pretty Polly Stakes (Fillies
And Mares Group 1)
1m2f

Based on the provided ratings, here is the ranking of the runners from highest to lowest:

1. Rosscarbery (GER)
2. Never Ending Story (IRE)
3. Via Sistina (IRE)
4. Goldana (IRE)
5. Above The Curve (USA)
6. Insinuendo (IRE)
7. Comhra (IRE)
8. Stay Alert
9. Trevaunance (IRE)

Now let’s assess the comments for each runner and summarize their chances:

1. Rosscarbery (GER): Resumed with a win in the Munster Oaks at Cork. Smart mare. One for the shortlist.
2. Never Ending Story (IRE): Second in the Prix de Diane at Chantilly. Smart filly. Yard in good form. Considered.
3. Via Sistina (IRE): Won the Dahlia Stakes at Newmarket in impressive fashion. Very smart mare. Sets a high standard.
4. Goldana (IRE): Fourth in the Lanwades Stud Stakes at this course. Useful filly. Up in trip. Yard in good form, but hard to make a case for.
5. Above The Curve (USA): Career-best win in the Prix Corrida at Saint-Cloud. Smart filly. Yard having a good spell. Firmly in the picture.
6. Insinuendo (IRE): Third in the Lanwades Stud Stakes. Smart mare. Course winner. Back up in trip. Uphill task here.
7. Comhra (IRE): Third in the Irish 1000 Guineas. Smart filly. Cheekpieces on for the first time. Getting better with each recent run. Not to be discounted.
8. Stay Alert: Fifth in the Middleton Stakes at York. Smart filly. Unsuitable race conditions. Yard in good form. Tongue strap on for the first time. In the mix.
9. Trevaunance (IRE): Last of six in the Tattersalls Gold Cup. Smart filly. Needs to bounce back.

Based on the analysis, the runner deemed best is Via Sistina (IRE). With an impressive win in the Dahlia Stakes at Newmarket and a very smart performance, she sets a high standard in this race. Rosscarbery, Never Ending Story, and Above The Curve are the other top contenders based on their recent form and potential.

4.00 Curragh (5 runners)
Paddy Power International Stakes (Group 3)
1m2f 

Based on the provided ratings, here is the ranking of the runners from highest to lowest:

1. Al Riffa (FR)
2. Mashhoor
3. Layfayette (IRE)
4. Alfred Munnings (IRE)
5. Self Belief (IRE)

Now let’s assess the comments for each runner and summarize their chances:

1. Al Riffa (FR): Impressive winner of the National Stakes at this course. Bred to relish the step up in trip. Leading claims if fully tuned-up.
2. Mashhoor: Career-best win in a listed race at this course. Clearly progressive and should give it a good shot.
3. Layfayette (IRE): Smart gelding. C&D winner. Recent winner of an 11-runner listed race at Limerick. Leading claims in this race.
4. Alfred Munnings (IRE): Twice-raced winner. Last seen finishing sixth in the Chesham Stakes at Royal Ascot. Needs to take a big step forward, but an intriguing contender with potential.
5. Self Belief (IRE): Lightly-raced winner. Fourth in the Alleged Stakes at this C&D. Others preferred.

Based on the analysis, the runner deemed best is Al Riffa (FR). With a strong win in the National Stakes and the potential to relish the step up in trip, he has leading claims in this race. Mashhoor and Layfayette are the other top contenders based on their recent performances and progressive form.

4.35 Curragh (15 runners)
Kildare Village Ladies Derby Handicap
1m2f

Based on the provided ratings, here is the ranking of the runners from highest to lowest:

1. Goodie Two Shoes (IRE)
2. Dancing Tango (IRE)
3. Longbourn (IRE)
4. Jungle Cove (IRE)
5. Coill Na Sionainne (IRE)
6. Yokkell (IRE)
7. Pachmena (IRE)
8. Roman Bull (IRE)
9. In From The Cold (IRE)
10. Charcor (IRE)
11. Lord Vader
12. Draco Pulchrac (IRE)
13. Believe In Science (IRE)
14. Higher Kingdom
15. Alanya (FR)

Now let’s assess the comments for each runner and summarize their chances:

1. Goodie Two Shoes (IRE): Promising on the Flat last year and capable of making a successful start in handicaps. Fell in a hurdles race but highly promising on the Flat.
2. Dancing Tango (IRE): Career-best win in a handicap at Fairyhouse, finishing well on top. In good form.
3. Longbourn (IRE): C&D winner. Third in a recent handicap at Leopardstown. Likely to be thereabouts.
4. Jungle Cove (IRE): Respectable fourth in a handicap at Epsom. Stable in good form. Respected.
5. Coill Na Sionainne (IRE): Second in a recent handicap at Leopardstown. Enters calculations.
6. Yokkell (IRE): Creditable second in a handicap at Leopardstown. Not to be discounted.
7. Pachmena (IRE): Creditable second in a handicap at Ballinrobe. Back down in trip and should remain competitive.
8. Roman Bull (IRE): Cheekpieces on for the first time. Creditable fifth in a handicap at Dundalk. Respected.
9. In From The Cold (IRE): Sixth in a handicap hurdle but won on the last Flat run. Well treated on old form.
10. Charcor (IRE): Ninth in a handicap at Leopardstown. Hard to fancy.
11. Lord Vader: Good fourth in a handicap at Limerick. Up in trip and could be of interest.
12. Draco Pulchrac (IRE): Good sixth in a handicap at Leopardstown. Back up in trip. Not a forlorn hope.
13. Believe In Science (IRE): Very good third in a handicap at Leopardstown. Back down in trip. Can make presence felt.
14. Higher Kingdom: Respectable seventh in a handicap at Leopardstown. Not to be completely dismissed.
15. Alanya (FR): Fifth in a minor event at Toulouse. First run for a new yard. Best watched.

Based on the analysis, the runner deemed best is Goodie Two Shoes (IRE). Despite falling in a hurdles race, she showed promise on the Flat last year and is capable of making a successful start in handicaps. Dancing Tango and Longbourn are also in good form and have strong chances in the race.

5.10 Curragh (15 runners)
Ornella Underwriting Ltd Bloodstock
& Equine Insurance Irish European Breeders Fund Median Auction Maiden
1m

Based on the provided ratings, here is the ranking of the runners from highest to lowest:

1. Expelliarmus (IRE)
2. Space Age (IRE)
3. Pittsford (IRE)
4. Neowise (USA)
5. Beyond The Steps (IRE)
6. Pink Sorrel (IRE)
7. Hot Moon
8. Highland Rahy (USA)
9. Parish Centre (IRE)
10. Capernoity (IRE)
11. Gardone (IRE)
12. Ghost Dance (IRE)
13. Let’s Avit (IRE)
14. Reclaim
15. Altitudeadjustment (IRE)

Now let’s assess the comments for each runner and summarize their chances:

1. Expelliarmus (IRE): Promising sort. Third in a maiden at Navan. Likely to improve.
2. Space Age (IRE): Second in a maiden at this course. Likely to be on the premises again.
3. Pittsford (IRE): Promising sort. Seventh in a maiden at this course. Open to improvement.
4. Neowise (USA): Eighth in a maiden at Gowran. Others make more appeal.
5. Beyond The Steps (IRE): Seventh in a maiden at this course on debut. Others preferred.
6. Pink Sorrel (IRE): Eleventh in a maiden at Naas. Hard to fancy.
7. Hot Moon: Sixth in a maiden at Fairyhouse on debut. Significantly up in trip. May do better.
8. Highland Rahy (USA): Last of five in a maiden at Listowel. Claims on best form but has been unreliable.
9. Parish Centre (IRE): Fifth in a maiden at Naas. Remains with potential, not completely ruled out.
10. Capernoity (IRE): Ninth in a maiden at Naas. Limited appeal.
11. Gardone (IRE): Eighth in a maiden at Dundalk on debut. Off for six months.
12. Ghost Dance (IRE): Not an obvious sort on paper.
13. Let’s Avit (IRE): Dam is a half-sister to a smart winner. Not much information available.
14. Reclaim: Dam is lightly raced in the US. Worth a market check.
15. Altitudeadjustment (IRE): Not much information available.

Based on the analysis, the runner deemed best is Expelliarmus (IRE). He showed promise with a third-place finish in a maiden at Navan and is likely to improve. Space Age and Pittsford also demonstrated promise in their previous outings and should be competitive.

5.40 Curragh (17 runners)
DMG Media Irish European Breeders Fund Handicap
2m

Based on the provided ratings, here is the ranking of the runners from highest to lowest:

1. Newfoundland (IRE)
2. Line Out (IRE)
3. Foveros (FR)
4. Magellan Strait (IRE)
5. Sheishybrid (IRE)
6. Ted Hastings (IRE)
7. Dartan
8. Almuhit (IRE)
9. Grappa Nonino (IRE)
10. Kingswear
11. Marvelosa (IRE)
12. Extensio (IRE)
13. Firstman (FR)
14. Coventry (IRE)
15. Crystal Caves (FR)
16. Immelmann (GER)
17. Kendancer (FR)

Now let’s assess the comments for each runner and summarize their chances:

1. Newfoundland (IRE): Creditable sixth in a handicap at this course. Open to improvement.
2. Line Out (IRE): Lightly raced winner on Flat. First run for the new yard. Others more persuasive.
3. Foveros (FR): C&D winner. Below form tenth in a handicap hurdle. Poor on last Flat outing.
4. Magellan Strait (IRE): Eighth in a handicap at Leopardstown. Needs a couple of these to falter.
5. Sheishybrid (IRE): Creditable fourth in a handicap at this course. Enters calculations.
6. Ted Hastings (IRE): Fifteenth in a handicap at this course. Others have achieved more.
7. Dartan: Fairly useful winner over hurdles. Respectable seventh in a handicap at Fairyhouse.
8. Almuhit (IRE): Good second in a handicap at this course. Heading back in the right direction.
9. Grappa Nonino (IRE): Winner of a handicap at Killarney. In good form this year.
10. Kingswear: Creditable sixth in a handicap at Cork. Significantly back up in trip.
11. Marvelosa (IRE): Creditable third in a handicap at Ballinrobe. Up in trip, can give a good account.
12. Extensio (IRE): Course winner. Creditable second in a handicap at Leopardstown. Can make presence felt.
13. Firstman (FR): Good sixth in a handicap at this course. Previously won at Dundalk.
14. Coventry (IRE): Ninth in a handicap hurdle. Poor on last Flat outing.
15. Crystal Caves (FR): Respectable fourth in a handicap at Fairyhouse. First run for the new yard.
16. Immelmann (GER): Lightly raced maiden. Respectable third in a minor event. Makes handicap debut.
17. Kendancer (FR): Fair winner over hurdles. Creditable fifth in a minor event. Up in trip.

Based on the analysis, the runner deemed best is Newfoundland (IRE). He showed promise with a creditable sixth-place finish in a handicap at this course and is open to improvement. Line Out and Foveros have potential but may need to show more to be competitive. Grappa Nonino has been in good form this year and should be considered.