Race Conditions: An EBF fillies-only handicap with €9,900 up for grabs. The 1m4f trip suits stamina-laden types who can travel well and kick off a steady pace. This race often rewards those who sit close to the front in steadily run affairs.

Pace & Draw Angles: A relatively even pace is forecast. Historically, Tramore at this trip favours those ridden close to the pace. NO NIKI NO and FRATAS are likely to benefit most tactically. STAR MIND may need to overcome a tendency to be slowly away.


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Strongest Contenders:

FRATAS (TFR 83)
Reliable dual-code performer with a solid recent profile on turf and over hurdles. Proven at the trip, acts on varying ground, and races on the pace. Jockey claims 3lb, helping her stay competitive off 81. Trainer out of form, but horse is holding hers. Suitability score: 8.5/10

NO NIKI NO (TFR 83)
Veteran mare who bounced back at Ballinrobe with a closing third from the front. Acts on all surfaces, goes well at the trip, and has form in better races. Race setup could again suit. Suitability score: 8/10

STAR MIND (TFR 85)
Progressive and lightly raced relative to rivals. Up markedly in trip, but bred to stay and shapes as if more to come. Trainer in form. Has placed on last two starts when well backed, though slow starts remain a concern. Suitability score: 7.5/10


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Others to Note:

LEITZEL (TFR 84) – Fair form in UK handicaps in 2023, lightly raced for new yard. Poor over hurdles but showed ability in staying races on the flat. Unexposed over this trip but risky. Suitability score: 7/10

INCHIQUIN STAR (TFR 82) – Won at Gowran in May but poor since. Likely to be ridden forward, but stamina under pressure at this trip. Suitability score: 6.5/10

LA DAME BLANCHE (TFR 80+) – Returned from a long layoff with a very poor run. Was capable in the past but hard to assess after such a break and change of trainer. Suitability score: 5.5/10

ORIOLE (TFR 82+) – Won at Galway last year but form since has been poor. Showed little last time and may prefer shorter. Trainer has positive meeting stats, which is worth noting. Suitability score: 5/10


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Suitability Ratings (out of 10):

Horse Suitability

Fratas 8.5
No Niki No 8
Star Mind 7.5
Leitzel 7
Inchiquin Star 6.5
La Dame Blanche 5.5
Oriole 5



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Private Tissue Estimate:

Fratas – 3/1

No Niki No – 10/3

Star Mind – 4/1

Leitzel – 7/1

Inchiquin Star – 10/1

La Dame Blanche – 14/1

Oriole – 20/1



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Summary:

This is a modest affair with a few reliable types and a possible progressive contender. FRATAS ticks most boxes—fitness, pace setup, trip, and rider claim. NO NIKI NO has the tactical edge and experience. STAR MIND needs to prove stamina but has untapped potential.


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Smart Play (Professional Punter’s View):

Win Bet: Fratas – tactically suited, reliable, and well handicapped in current form.
Saver: No Niki No – solid third last time, well positioned for another bold bid.