1.35 Irish Stallion Farms EBF Fillies Maiden (7f)

• Minerva (IRE)
  • TimeWise Rank: 1st with a total score of 339.
  • Odds: 15-8 in the race card, and 4.50 according to TimeWise ratings.
  • Assessment: Minerva, a Frankel filly, was purchased for 1,500,000gns as a yearling and is trained by A. P. O’Brien, who has a 65% win-rate. She has gained valuable experience across her runs. After finishing 4l behind Little Sure Shot on her Leopardstown debut, she has shown significant improvement. She was well clear of the third when beaten by the subsequent Group 3 winner Queen Of Hawaii at Leopardstown and then finished second to a promising stablemate at the Curragh. The spotlight tips her as the most progressive filly in the field, expecting her to reverse the form with Little Sure Shot, who had beaten her on debut.
• Punica Granatum (IRE)
  • TimeWise Rank: 2nd with a total score of 308.
  • Odds: 6-1.
  • Assessment: Punica Granatum is an E100,000 yearling, trained by Mrs. J. Harrington, who holds a 61% win-rate. On her debut at the Curragh, she was prominent before fading late to finish fourth. In her subsequent start, she chased home the favourite over the same course and distance. The spotlight suggests that her trainer, Mrs. J. Harrington, has a more evident chance with Punica Granatum, indicating confidence in her potential.

2.10 Irish Stallion Farms EBF (C & G) Maiden (7f)

• Charles Fort
  • TimeWise Rank: 1st with a total score of 322.
  • Odds: 2-1 in the race card, and 3.25 according to TimeWise ratings.
  • Assessment: Trained by A. P. O’Brien (65% win-rate), Charles Fort was the favourite on his debut over 6f at Fairyhouse. He ran green but stayed on well to secure second place, holding off Krasimir. He appeared somewhat raw when finishing third at the Curragh, a race whose form has since been boosted by the winner, Geryon, and the fifth-placed Hawk Mountain. The spotlight recommends Charles Fort to confirm his debut form with Krasimir, highlighting his strong underlying quality.
• Spangled Sands (IRE)
  • TimeWise Rank: 2nd with a total score of 294.
  • Odds: 7-2 in the race card, and 4.00 according to TimeWise ratings.
  • Assessment: Spangled Sands, a E130,000 yearling, is trained by J. P. O’Brien, with a 68% win-rate. On his debut at Galway, he was no match for the front-runner, Constitution River, but finished well clear of the third-placed horse. The form of this race was significantly boosted when the winner went on to land the Group 2 Futurity Stakes. A tongue-tie is fitted for this race. He is considered a leading contender by the spotlight and is the stable’s preferred runner among its four entries.

2.45 Irish Stallion Farms EBF Maiden (7f)

• Gran Habano (IRE)
  • TimeWise Rank: Tied 1st with a total score of 278.
  • Odds: 5-1 in the race card, and 6.50 according to TimeWise ratings.
  • Assessment: Gran Habano, trained by A. Murray (25% win-rate), has placed in six of his 12 starts. In his most recent outing at Galway, he overtook Men Of Honour to finish second. Although he is considered well exposed at this stage, he is expected to be in contention, though he might find one or two rivals superior. The spotlight notes he holds a slight edge over Men Of Honour and Poweracclaim, suggesting he makes some appeal.
• Minaun View
  • TimeWise Rank: Tied 1st with a total score of 278.
  • Odds: 8-1 in the race card, and 5.50 according to TimeWise ratings.
  • Assessment: Trained by H. De Bromhead (78% win-rate), Minaun View was entered at an ambitious level in her first two starts. Her fourth-place finish at the Curragh in a 21-runner contest, where she was beaten by under 3l, offers considerable promise. The fifth-placed horse in that race, Proxima Centauri, has since beaten Tina’s Charm.

3.20 Golf At Gowran Park Handicap (7f)

• Washington Street (IRE)
  • TimeWise Rank: 1st with a total score of 292.
  • Odds: 7-2 in the race card, and 4.00 according to TimeWise ratings.
  • Assessment: Trained by G. Lyons (62% win-rate), Washington Street has shown useful maiden form this term, aside from one poor performance. She finished second in a C&D handicap in June, with the winner subsequently placing twice at the Galway festival, which boosts the form. Her recent third in a 6f Curragh maiden suggests she might benefit from returning to 7f. The spotlight tips her to achieve a breakthrough win, citing her consistent form, and her trainer appears to favour her over stablemate Misappropriation.
• Sun Soldier (IRE)
  • TimeWise Rank: 2nd with a total score of 262.
  • Odds: 6-1 in the race card, and 11.00 according to TimeWise ratings.
  • Assessment: Sun Soldier is trained by A. Oliver (50% win-rate) and has displayed consistent form in maidens. In his only handicap start at Galway, he finished sixth, not beaten far, in a race where both Gangsta Man (ahead) and Sir Jeremy (behind) experienced trouble. The addition of blinkers could aid his performance. The spotlight suggests he shaped well enough at Galway to be a contender.

3.55 Membership At Gowran Park Fillies Claiming Race (1m)

• Star Mind
  • TimeWise Rank: 1st with a total score of 244.
  • Odds: 11-4 in the race card, and 3.50 according to TimeWise ratings.
  • Assessment: Star Mind, trained by G. O’Leary (40% win-rate), has two AW wins over 7f. She secured her first turf win at Naas over the same distance in her last start. With a rating of 69, she is stepping up to a mile, a distance she is expected to handle well. The spotlight acknowledges her recent win and advises she should be respected.
• Gloriously Glam (IRE)
  • TimeWise Rank: 2nd with a total score of 237.
  • Odds: 5-2 in the race card, and 5.00 according to TimeWise ratings.
  • Assessment: Trained by A. McGuinness (38% win-rate), Gloriously Glam won a Sligo nursery for Jessica Harrington last year and had some strong runs in defeat. While her form has been inconsistent for her current yard, she benefits from dropping in grade for this race. The spotlight backs her to win, despite recent disappointments, due to the class relief.

4.30 Societies Welcome At Gowran Park Apprentice Handicap (1m)

• Sierra De Gredos
  • TimeWise Rank: 1st with a total score of 266.
  • Odds: 4-1 in the race card, and 4.50 according to TimeWise ratings.
  • Assessment: Trained by A. Oliver (50% win-rate), Sierra De Gredos has recorded two wins at this track this summer, over 7f and the current course and distance. He ran with a first-time visor for his initial win and blinkers in his last start, which are retained for this race. Despite being up 6lb since his last win, this prominent racer is considered a major contender. The spotlight tips him to follow up his C&D win.
• Goldmoyne (IRE)
  • TimeWise Rank: 2nd with a total score of 241.
  • Odds: 7-1 in the race card, and 5.00 according to TimeWise ratings.
  • Assessment: Goldmoyne is trained by T. Doyle, whose win-rate is 0% over the last 14 days. His two wins have been at the Curragh over 7f, and he was narrowly beaten there in his last outing over this trip. He needs to demonstrate that he can replicate his Curragh form at a different venue.

5.02 Support The Irish Injured Jockeys Fund Handicap (1m)

• Rockbury Lad
  • TimeWise Rank: 1st with a total score of 259.
  • Odds: 14-1 in the race card, and 13.00 according to TimeWise ratings.
  • Assessment: Trained by M. D. O’Callaghan (80% win-rate), Rockbury Lad won at Bellewstown over this trip in April. Although his form has dipped since, he is only 1lb higher than his last winning mark, making him a possibility for this race.
• Rampage (IRE)
  • TimeWise Rank: 2nd with a total score of 249.
  • Odds: 7-1 in the race card, and 6.00 according to TimeWise ratings.
  • Assessment: Rampage is trained by T. McCourt (43% win-rate). He won at Dundalk in July and has since recorded two narrow defeats at Galway and Leopardstown. He is adaptable to soft ground, so changing weather conditions would not be an issue. While he needs to find a bit more, his capabilities and proven versatility make him a strong contender. The spotlight includes him as having a shout.

5.37 Racing Again September 20th Maiden (1m 6f)

• Seo Linn (IRE)
  • TimeWise Rank: 1st with a total score of 324.
  • Odds: 5-2 in the race card, and 2.63 according to TimeWise ratings.
  • Assessment: Seo Linn, trained by P. Twomey (50% win-rate), boasts three bumper wins, including a Grade 2 mares’ race at Aintree. Her best Flat performance was a runner-up finish in a Tramore maiden over 1m4f, despite being a beaten odds-on favourite. This longer trip is expected to suit her better, positioning her as a major player. The spotlight suggests she can provide the main challenge to Galileo Sand.
• Ballysax Hank (IRE)
  • TimeWise Rank: 2nd with a total score of 317.
  • Odds: 11-2 in the race card, and 7.00 according to TimeWise ratings.
  • Assessment: Ballysax Hank is trained by G. Cromwell (60% win-rate). He is a smart jumps horse, with a bumper win and a Grade 3 chase victory in July. This will be his Flat debut, and while the 1m 6f trip might be sharp for him, he is capable of running well. His background suggests significant ability, and the spotlight indicates he can be involved.