14:10 – Bar One Racing Maiden Hurdle (2m 3f 109y)
Kainsbourg (136) – Highest-rated, ridden by Mark Walsh.
Come Walk With Me (128) – Keith Donoghue rides; solid rating.
Grey Pharoh (127p) – ‘p’ flag suggests potential improvement.
Redemption Day (119p) – Paul Townend’s ride with a ‘p’ for progressiveness.
Classy CC (105p) – Another ‘p’ flag suggesting upside.
✅ Standout: Kainsbourg looks strongest on ratings, while Grey Pharoh and Redemption Day have potential for more.
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14:40 – Kingsfurze Novice Hurdle (Grade 3, 2m 7y)
Belloccio (150p) – Highest-rated, with ‘p’ flag for improvement.
Stormalong (149) – Strong rating, lacks a ‘p’ but still a contender.
Goraibhmaithagat (148p) – Has a ‘p’ for improvement.
Relieved of Duties (148+) – ‘+’ suggests significant untapped potential.
Cloonainra (148) – Respectable figure.
✅ Standout: Belloccio (150p) looks top-rated, but Relieved of Duties (148+) is an interesting unexposed type.
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15:10 – Handicap Hurdle (2m 7y)
King in Love (113) – Highest-rated.
Mayos Vendangeur (112) – Close on ratings.
No Big Deal (111) – One of a few with this rating.
High Honour (111) – Solid contender.
It’s Never Simple (?) – Uncertain rating.
✅ Standout: King in Love (113) edges it on ratings, but the race looks open.
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15:40 – Handicap Hurdle (2m 3f 109y)
Cadatharla (150) – Highest-rated; solid mark.
Western Walk (148) – Big return off a layoff (286 days).
Duke of Leggagh (148) – Same mark as Western Walk.
Heroes Rise (149) – Just below top-rated.
Dont Tell Jack (138p) – ‘p’ flag suggests scope for better.
Uhavemeinstitches (143p) – Another improver.
✅ Standout: Cadatharla (150) is clear on ratings, but Dont Tell Jack (138p) and Uhavemeinstitches (143p) have more to offer.
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16:12 – Beginners Chase (2m 4f 29y)
Olympic Man (147) – Highest-rated.
Sir Argus (141+) – ‘+’ suggests improvement possible.
Western Fold (143) – Strong figure.
✅ Standout: Olympic Man (147) is best on paper, but Sir Argus (141+) has untapped ability.
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16:45 – Leinster National Handicap Chase (Listed, 3m 174y)
Any Second Now (158) – Highest-rated; Grand National regular.
Tyre Kicker (159) – Surprisingly rated higher.
Hartur D’Arc (153) – Solid contender.
Better Times Ahead (154) – Has a chance.
✅ Standout: Any Second Now (158) is the class act, but Tyre Kicker (159) is interestingly rated just higher.
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17:20 – Mares (Pro/Am) INH Flat Race (2m 7y)
Switch From Diesel (111) – Top-rated.
Apples Jane (104p) – ‘p’ suggests improvement.
Blue Velvet (102p) – Another with ‘p’ flag.
✅ Standout: Switch From Diesel (111) sets the standard, but Apples Jane (104p) and Blue Velvet (102p) could be improving.
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🔹 Summary of Key Timeform Horses at Naas
Most Talented: Any Second Now (158), Tyre Kicker (159), Cadatharla (150), Belloccio (150p).
Potential Improvers: Relieved of Duties (148+), Grey Pharoh (127p), Redemption Day (119p), Sir Argus (141+), Dont Tell Jack (138p), Apples Jane (104p).
Likely Winners (On Ratings): Kainsbourg (136), Belloccio (150p), Cadatharla (150), Olympic Man (147), Any Second Now (158).
Naas – 09/03/2025: Key Horses to Watch Based on Timeform Ratings & Flags
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