Race Title & Conditions
Race: 16:55 Roscommon – Next Meeting At Roscommon On Monday, 19th May Handicap (Div II)
Class: 0–60 Handicap
Distance: 7f111y
Surface: Turf
Going: Good
Eligibility: 3yo+
Field Size: 16 declared runners
TV: RTV
Pace and Draw Angles
- Pace Forecast: Very Strong. A frenetic early gallop is expected.
- Draw Bias: Strong low draw bias over this trip at Roscommon on good ground.
- Front-runners likely: Khutulun (15), Serengeti Sunrise (14), Clever And Classy (10), Manhattan Dandy (1)
- Horses drawn 1–6 likely to have a tactical advantage, particularly if tracking the pace.
Strongest Contenders
Clever And Classy (Draw 10)
Timeform Adj. Rating: 74 | Trainer: J.S. Bolger | TFR Rank: 1st | Score: 9/10
- Took a big step forward at Gowran when second over a mile; drop to 7f111y should still suit given strong pace here.
- Closely related to multiple winners; could have more in hand off 52.
- Timeform comment: “Took a step forward under an enterprising ride… makes plenty of appeal off the same mark.”
Browned Off (6)
Adj. Rating: 69 | Trainer: Paul Flynn | TFR Rank: 2nd | Score: 8.5/10
- Ran her best race when runner-up at Leopardstown.
- Pedigree is useful (Makfi damline, New Approach sire) and she could improve again.
- Nicely drawn to sit mid-div and finish off.
Bucky Larson (16)
Adj. Rating: 67+ | Trainer: R. Donohoe | TFR Rank: 3rd | Score: 8/10
- 10yo who retains ability, second at Gowran latest behind Hemight.
- Drawn wide but likely to be dropped in and produced late.
- Market support may be telling on the day.
Main Dangers
Cherry Pink (2)
Adj. Rating: 65 | Trainer: Adrian McGuinness | Score: 7.5/10
- Best work late when third at Gowran. Low draw a plus and looks set to be competitive again.
Albion Princess (12)
Adj. Rating: 68 | Trainer: Donal Kinsella | Score: 7/10
- Gained reward for consistency with a 10.7f win on the AW. Shorter trip not sure to suit but strong pace may help.
Si Senior (11)
Adj. Rating: 71 | Trainer: Patrick Magee | Score: 6.5/10
- Consistent without winning; best effort was 4th in a big-field handicap at Leopardstown. Slight ease in trip may help.
Manhattan Dandy (1)
Adj. Rating: 67 | Trainer: Thomas Coyle | Score: 6.5/10
- Well drawn in stall 1 and capable of better than latest Cork run. Will be prominent and could cling on for place.
Interesting Outsiders
Poppadom (3)
Adj. Rating: 64 | Trainer: A. Slattery | Score: 6/10
- Layoff of 187 days. Lightly raced and ran well last autumn on testing ground. Market move could be significant.
Khutulun (15)
Adj. Rating: Unknown | Trainer: Ciaran Murphy | Score: 6/10
- First start for new yard (ex-James Ferguson). Market vibes would be interesting; ran in stronger UK nurseries last year.
Serengeti Sunrise (14)
Adj. Rating: 66 | Trainer: R.K. Watson | Score: 6.5/10
- Just touched off at Gowran. Wide draw makes things harder in a race loaded with early speed.
Low Rated or Unexposed Types
- Nezeeh (13) – Modest overall profile, lacks finishing effort (Score: 5.5/10)
- Knockmore Prince (4) – Inconsistent and out of form (5.5/10)
- Romantic War (8) – Long absence and patchy maiden form (4.5/10)
- Dark Willow (5) – Poor turf record (3.5/10)
- Highland Harvey (7) – Uncompetitive and outclassed to date (4/10)
- Breath Of You (9) – Reserve only, out of form in France and Ireland (3.5/10)
Timeform Profile Flags & Trends
- Trainer J.S. Bolger (Clever And Classy) has a strong record bringing fillies along from maidens into handicaps.
- Adrian McGuinness is a consistent operator at this grade and his runners often improve with racing.
- No specific past winner trends exist for this division, as it is typically used for lower-level exposed horses or improvers.
Ratings Summary (Marks out of 10)
| Horse | Draw | Timeform Adj. | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clever And Classy | 10 | 74 | 9 |
| Browned Off | 6 | 69 | 8.5 |
| Bucky Larson | 16 | 67+ | 8 |
| Cherry Pink | 2 | 65 | 7.5 |
| Albion Princess | 12 | 68 | 7 |
| Si Senior | 11 | 71 | 6.5 |
| Serengeti Sunrise | 14 | 66 | 6.5 |
| Manhattan Dandy | 1 | 67 | 6.5 |
| Poppadom | 3 | 64 | 6 |
| Khutulun | 15 | ? | 6 |
| Nezeeh | 13 | 62 | 5.5 |
| Knockmore Prince | 4 | 66 | 5.5 |
| Romantic War | 8 | 68 | 4.5 |
| Highland Harvey | 7 | 57 | 4 |
| Dark Willow | 5 | ? | 3.5 |
| Breath Of You | 9 | ? | 3.5 |
Each-Way Angles (16 runners)
- Cherry Pink, Browned Off, and Manhattan Dandy are viable each-way considerations based on draw, current form and Timeform figures.
Tissue Estimate
| Horse | Estimated Odds |
|---|---|
| Clever And Classy | 9/2 |
| Browned Off | 11/2 |
| Bucky Larson | 13/2 |
| Cherry Pink | 7/1 |
| Si Senior | 8/1 |
| Albion Princess | 9/1 |
| Serengeti Sunrise | 10/1 |
| Manhattan Dandy | 10/1 |
| Poppadom | 14/1 |
| Khutulun | 16/1 |
| Nezeeh | 20/1 |
| Knockmore Prince | 25/1 |
| Romantic War | 25/1 |
| Highland Harvey | 28/1 |
| Dark Willow | 33/1 |
| Breath Of You (Res) | 33/1 |
Market Watch Advice:
- Poppadom and Khutulun both return from layoffs over 90 days; any strong support or sharp drifts would be significant.
- Clever And Classy and Browned Off are both profile horses likely to be backed further if conditions look suitable on the day.
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