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Naas Races – Thursday 18th September 2025

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2:07 Irish Stallion Farms EBF Fillies Maiden

• Class: 4
• Distance: 6f
• Going: Yielding
• Win Prize: £9,558

Master Top Two Rated Horses (TimeWise Total):

1. Luna Mia (IRE) – Total: 292
2. Tornado Kiss (IRE) – Total: 268

Summaries and Comments:

• 11 Luna Mia (2yo)
  • Recent Form (LR-5LR): 81, 40, 19, 14, 7
  • Comments: Luna Mia was beaten a head on her debut at Listowel. She then finished fourth of six in a 6f Group 2 race at the Curragh, where she kept good company, with Lady Iman finishing second. She found 5f to be an inadequate trip at Goodwood and experienced trouble in running when finishing fourth over 7f at Naas. Most recently, she was 5l second at Gowran. Her overall credentials appear solid.
• 16 Tornado Kiss (IRE) (2yo)
  • Recent Form (LR): 78
  • Comments: Tornado Kiss was beaten only a neck over 5f at Naas in July. The winner of that race subsequently finished sixth in a valuable sales race at the Curragh. It is suggested that she will not need to improve much to go one better today.

Spotlight Verdict:
“Runner-up on her debut over 5f here in July, TORNADO KISS may find enough improvement to go one better in a competitive maiden. You’ll Think Of Me and Luna Mia appeal as likely future winners. Newcomer Lumiere Des Etoile has strong pedigree claims, and Salama Blue Point scores well on that basis too.”

Assessment of Chances for the Master Top Two:

• 11 Luna Mia:
  • Strengths: Possesses solid overall credentials with several promising runs, including a second in a Group 2 and a recent second-place finish. Her ability to perform over different distances (found 5f inadequate, trouble in 7f race, 6f Group 2) suggests versatility, though 6f might be her preferred trip today.
  • Weaknesses: Has encountered trouble in running previously, which could be a factor in a competitive race. While her form is solid, she is yet to secure a win.
  • Suitability: The 6f trip and yielding ground seem appropriate for her, given her past performances. The Spotlight views her as a likely future winner.
• 16 Tornado Kiss:
  • Strengths: Demonstrated strong debut performance, finishing second by a narrow margin, indicating immediate potential. The form of her debut race has been boosted by the winner’s subsequent performance. Needs only slight improvement to win.
  • Weaknesses: Less exposed than Luna Mia with only one recorded run. The Spotlight Verdict, while favouring her for the win, does not highlight any specific weaknesses.
  • Suitability: The 6f distance at Naas is suitable, as she has run well over 5f here previously. Her debut suggests she handles the conditions well. The Spotlight makes her the primary selection for the win.

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2:37 Irish Stallion Farms EBF (C & G) Maiden

• Class: 5
• Distance: 6f
• Going: Yielding
• Win Prize: £9,558

Master Top Two Rated Horses (TimeWise Total):

1. Wicklow Gap (IRE) – Total: 241
2. Roaring Fire – Total: 38

Summaries and Comments:

• 12 Wicklow Gap (IRE) (2yo)
  • Recent Form (LR-2LR): 72, 25
  • Comments: Wicklow Gap was priced at 8-1 for his debut in the Ballyhane Stakes but was slowly away and never involved. He ran at the same price over the same course and distance on his second start. He is closely matched on that running with Stolen Treasure, who was a 100-1 chance.
• 7 Roaring Fire (2yo)
  • Recent Form (LR): 0 (This indicates a newcomer with no prior race form in the listed columns.)
  • Comments: Roaring Fire was a £60,000 Goffs UK Breeze Up purchase. He is the ninth foal out of his dam, and a half-brother to four winners, including Group 3 scorer Eddie’s Boy. His dam placed over 5f and is a half-sister to 5f Listed winner Swiss Lake. He is likely to be well primed for his debut and is well worth considering with established form in short supply. He also had a third-place finish in a Leopardstown barrier trial last month.

Spotlight Verdict:
“In what looks like an ordinary maiden for this venue, Aidan O’Brien’s once-raced Savile Row is an obvious contender despite not being guaranteed to benefit from a drop in trip. It may be worth opposing him with the Michael O’Callaghan-trained newcomer ROARING FIRE who obtained barrier trial experience last month. Sparky Sparky is an unknown quantity who could feature.”

Assessment of Chances for the Master Top Two:

• 12 Wicklow Gap:
  • Strengths: Has some race experience, having run twice, providing a known level of ability.
  • Weaknesses: His debut performance was hampered by a slow start, and he was never involved. His subsequent run over the same course and distance also yielded limited improvement. The form suggests he has a fair bit to find against potentially stronger rivals, especially considering the modest odds of a horse he is “closely matched” with.
  • Suitability: The 6f distance and yielding ground are conditions he has previously encountered. His prior runs indicate he might need to show significant improvement or a cleaner break to be competitive.
• 7 Roaring Fire:
  • Strengths: Possesses a strong pedigree, being a half-brother to a Group 3 winner. The fact he’s a breeze-up purchase and has had a barrier trial indicates he’s likely well-prepared for his debut. The Spotlight considers him a strong contender.
  • Weaknesses: As a newcomer, he lacks official racecourse experience. His TimeWise total rating is low due to no prior race performance, which might not fully reflect his potential.
  • Suitability: The 6f trip for his debut is common for well-bred juveniles. The barrier trial suggests he has some readiness for racing. Given the “established form in short supply” in this maiden, his potential and preparation make him a noteworthy candidate.

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3:07 Goffs Two Million Series Maiden

• Class: 6
• Distance: 5f
• Going: Yielding
• Win Prize: £7,965

Master Top Two Rated Horses (TimeWise Total):

1. Namiid (IRE) – Total: 300
2. Controlled (IRE) – Total: 287

Summaries and Comments:

• 3 Namiid (IRE) (2yo)
  • Recent Form (LR-7LR): 88, 44, 18, 12, 7, 5, 2
  • Comments: Namiid has shown promise in maidens and held his own when finishing third of seven in a 5f Curragh Listed contest last month. He also split two Ger Lyons-trained runners in a 5f maiden at Navan 12 days later. His experience should be an asset, and the stable is reported to be in good form.
• 2 Controlled (IRE) (2yo)
  • Recent Form (LR): 79
  • Comments: Controlled had a respectable Curragh debut, finishing seventh of 17 in his group within a 28-runner 6f maiden. That race was won by his stablemate Mission Central, who subsequently became a Group 3 winner. It is noted that a drop in trip may not be ideal for him. Improvement is likely, and he will be blinkered now.

Spotlight Verdict:
“The experience gained by NAMIID is seven outings may prove decisive. Placed in four of her seven races, including a Listed event, she faces a potentially smart filly in the once-raced Aegina who finished in front of the subsequent Norfolk Stakes winner Charles Darwin when second at the Curragh in April. Improvement can be expected from Controlled.”

Assessment of Chances for the Master Top Two:

• 3 Namiid:
  • Strengths: Highly experienced for a two-year-old in this field, with seven outings including a Listed placing. Her consistent form in competitive races and her stable’s good form are significant advantages.
  • Weaknesses: No clear weaknesses identified in the sources beyond facing “potentially smart” unexposed rivals.
  • Suitability: The 5f trip is well within her proven range, including Listed company. Her experience will be a major asset in this maiden race.
• 2 Controlled:
  • Strengths: Comes from a strong debut race where the winner became a Group 3 winner, suggesting good underlying form despite finishing seventh. Expected to improve and wears first-time blinkers, which could sharpen performance.
  • Weaknesses: The drop to 5f might not be ideal for him. Has less experience than Namiid.
  • Suitability: While the trip may be a concern, the expected improvement and new headgear could help. He represents a powerful yard, which often sees significant improvement from their juveniles.

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3:37 Aloga Equestrian Nursery Handicap

• Class: 3
• Distance: 5f
• Going: Yielding
• Win Prize: £6,105

Master Top Two Rated Horses (TimeWise Total):

1. Gelato (IRE) – Total: 241
2. Sup Of Red (IRE) – Total: 239

Summaries and Comments:

• 3 Gelato (IRE) (2yo)
  • Recent Form (LR-4LR): 57, 24, 15, 8
  • Comments: Gelato’s first run remains her best, finishing fourth in a six-runner contest at Tipperary in May. Her run in the Ballyhane Stakes, where she faced a very tough task, can be forgiven. She finished last of 12 in her first nursery at the Curragh. Blinkers are discarded, and a top apprentice is booked.
• 4 Sup Of Red (IRE) (2yo)
  • Recent Form (LR-5LR): 87, 20, 12, 10, 7
  • Comments: Sup Of Red finished second at Cork on debut in April. Her next three starts showed ordinary form, but her Navan fourth-place finish 12 days ago offers hope. She looks well handicapped relative to Hooves Your Daddy on that running.

Spotlight Verdict:
“Worthwhile form is scarce. SUP OF RED seemed to find her early-season form again when fourth at Navan and may be good enough. She has the beating of Hooves Your Daddy on that run, but could be tested by the experienced Believe In Glory and the less exposed Final Melody.”

Assessment of Chances for the Master Top Two:

• 3 Gelato:
  • Strengths: Her debut fourth was her strongest performance. The discarding of blinkers and the booking of a top apprentice could signal a positive change.
  • Weaknesses: Has shown inconsistent form, with her debut being her best run and a last-place finish in her first nursery. The TimeWise rating of 241 is high but it seems to precede some less impressive runs that aren’t fully reflected in the LR series.
  • Suitability: The 5f trip is within her experience. Her performance might depend on whether the change in headgear and jockey can unlock her earlier promise.
• 4 Sup Of Red:
  • Strengths: Showed early promise with a second on debut and a recent fourth-place finish suggests a return to form. Considered “well handicapped” by the comments. The Spotlight Verdict singles her out as the likely winner.
  • Weaknesses: Experienced some “ordinary form” in her races following her debut.
  • Suitability: The 5f trip is suitable given her debut performance and recent race. Her improved recent form and favourable handicap mark make her a strong contender.

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4:07 Irish Stallion Farms EBF Claiming Maiden

• Class: 5
• Distance: 1m
• Going: Yielding to Soft (YLD-SFT)
• Win Prize: £9,558

Master Top Two Rated Horses (TimeWise Total):

1. Iamimmaculate (IRE) – Total: 233
2. Survivors Code (IRE) – Total: 225

Summaries and Comments:

• 1 Iamimmaculate (IRE) (2yo)
  • Recent Form (LR): 66
  • Comments: Iamimmaculate unseated his rider on the way to the start before his low-key debut at the Curragh last month, where he was sent off at 40-1. The yard has a 1-15 record with 2yos this term. He is probably more of a long-term prospect.
• 11 Survivors Code (IRE) (2yo)
  • Recent Form (LR): 58
  • Comments: Survivors Code was beaten 11l when running at 16-1 for a Down Royal maiden 13 days ago. Cheekpieces are on, and it will be interesting to see what the market makes of her.

Spotlight Verdict:
“This maiden claimer shouldn’t take much winning. Ipanema Beach sets the standard on his best efforts but he ran poorly in a maiden claimer last time and preference is for DARWIN’S ANGEL. She is at least heading in the right direction after a fourth in a handicap last time and there’s a good chance she’ll improve again for further. Positive market moves for Leblon Sunshine would be worth noting on debut.”

Assessment of Chances for the Master Top Two:

• 1 Iamimmaculate:
  • Strengths: Unseated rider on debut, so his true ability might be hidden and he could improve significantly with a clean run.
  • Weaknesses: Had a “low-key debut” and is considered a “long-term prospect”. The yard’s 2yo strike rate is not particularly strong.
  • Suitability: The 1m trip is new to him in terms of a completed race. His potential is unknown, but the initial comment suggests caution.
• 11 Survivors Code:
  • Strengths: The addition of cheekpieces could bring about improvement. She is lightly raced, offering scope for progress.
  • Weaknesses: Was well beaten in her recent maiden. Her TimeWise rating is not particularly high in the context of other races.
  • Suitability: The 1m trip is suitable for a maiden. Her chances are largely dependent on the effect of the new headgear.

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4:38 GAIN The Advantage Series Nursery Handicap

• Class: 4
• Distance: 1m
• Going: Yielding to Soft (YLD-SFT)
• Win Prize: £7,965

Master Top Two Rated Horses (TimeWise Total):

1. Celestial Siren (IRE) – Total: 273
2. Wild Berries (IRE) – Total: 251

Summaries and Comments:

• 1 Celestial Siren (IRE) (2yo)
  • Recent Form (LR-3LR): 82, 31, 17
  • Comments: Celestial Siren showed a promising debut at the Curragh, despite being 66-1, but then disappointed when favourite at Leopardstown in her second outing. She has since ran with credit from the front in a Navan maiden claimer over 1m on yielding ground. She doesn’t look particularly well treated now handicapping and has stall 15 to negotiate.
• 2 Wild Berries (IRE) (2yo)
  • Recent Form (LR-3LR): 80, 35, 13
  • Comments: The best of her three efforts in maidens came when stepped up to 7f at Naas last month. She is not ruled out over this new trip from a workable handicap mark, provided she handles the slower conditions.

Spotlight Verdict:
“After a much improved effort on his handicap debut at Killarney last month, THE HOLY APOSTLE looks like a major player from this same mark and there should be more to come at this sort of distance. Servare and War Saint are two others that arrive on the back of promising efforts and a drop in class should help Leblon Queen get more competitive.”

Assessment of Chances for the Master Top Two:

• 1 Celestial Siren:
  • Strengths: Demonstrated promise on debut and ran creditably from the front in a recent maiden claimer. Has handled yielding ground.
  • Weaknesses: Disappointed when favourite, and is considered not “particularly well treated” now handicapping. A wide draw (stall 15) is a significant disadvantage.
  • Suitability: The 1m trip and yielding-to-soft ground are suitable based on her recent run. However, the handicap mark and wide draw present challenges.
• 2 Wild Berries:
  • Strengths: Showed her best maiden form when upped to 7f, suggesting the longer trip of 1m might suit her. Her handicap mark is considered workable.
  • Weaknesses: Her ability to handle “slower conditions” (yielding to soft) is a proviso.
  • Suitability: The 1m trip is a new test but her 7f form is encouraging for it. If she adapts to the softer ground, she could be competitive.

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5:13 Irish EBF Auction Series Maiden

• Class: 6
• Distance: 7f
• Going: Yielding to Soft (YLD-SFT)
• Win Prize: £13,274

Master Top Two Rated Horses (TimeWise Total):

1. Prime Artist (FR) – Total: 304
2. Madbadanddangerous (IRE) – Total: 296

Summaries and Comments:

• 3 Prime Artist (FR) (2yo)
  • Recent Form (LR): 99
  • Comments: Prime Artist outran odds of 33-1 when finishing fourth of 16 in Sunday’s big sales race at the Curragh. He is expected to get similar conditions today, and his effort is worth marking up due to meeting trouble in running. He looks capable of going well.
• 8 Madbadanddangerous (IRE) (2yo)
  • Recent Form (LR): 88
  • Comments: Madbadanddangerous was only beaten half a length when finishing runner-up in a 13-runner Tipperary maiden. This effort is worth marking up as he missed the break early. His draw could have been kinder, but he looks like a major player with progress likely.

Spotlight Verdict:
“There was plenty to like about the debut of PRIME ARTIST (nap) in the valuable sales race at the Curragh on Sunday and that’s an effort worth marking up given that he was slowly away and met some trouble in running. He was only a neck behind an an 88-rated rival and he looks up to conceding weight to these rivals. Madbadanddangerous could be the main threat after his eyecatching debut when runner-up at Tipperary and Duke Of Cumblerand should be in the mix given we know he handles conditions.”

Assessment of Chances for the Master Top Two:

• 3 Prime Artist:
  • Strengths: Highly impressive recent form, outrunning long odds in a significant race despite trouble in running and being slowly away. Expected to thrive in similar conditions. The Spotlight makes him the clear nap (best bet).
  • Weaknesses: No clear weaknesses identified, the “trouble in running” and “slow away” were factors that boost his perceived strength rather than detract from it.
  • Suitability: The 7f trip and yielding to soft ground are ideal given his recent performance. He is well-placed to concede weight to rivals.
• 8 Madbadanddangerous:
  • Strengths: Strong debut performance, finishing second by a narrow margin despite missing the break, indicating significant potential. Progress is likely.
  • Weaknesses: The draw “could have been kinder”.
  • Suitability: The 7f distance is appropriate for him. His ability to overcome a poor start on debut bodes well for his chances in a competitive field, and the Spotlight considers him the main threat to the favourite.

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5:48 Irish Stallion Farms EBF Maiden

• Class: 5
• Distance: 7f
• Going: Yielding to Soft (YLD-SFT)
• Win Prize: £9,558

Master Top Two Rated Horses (TimeWise Total):

1. Cape Primrose (IRE) – Total: 52
2. Port Ferdinand (IRE) – Total: 48

Summaries and Comments:

• 14 Cape Primrose (IRE) (2yo)
  • Recent Form (LR): 0 (Newcomer)
  • Comments: Cape Primrose is a St Mark’s Basilica filly, and a half-sister to four winners, including Delphinia (Listed winner with RPR 114) and Delano Roosevelt (RPR 111). Her dam was a 7f/1m winner, including a Group 1 Irish 1,000 Guineas victory. While the yard’s newcomers can often need the run, her pedigree, featuring several 2yo winners, warrants respect.
• 11 Port Ferdinand (IRE) (2yo)
  • Recent Form (LR): 0 (Newcomer)
  • Comments: Port Ferdinand is a Camelot colt, and a half-brother to 1m/10.5f winner King Lear (RPR 99). His dam was a 7f/1m winner, including two Group 1s. There is a suspicion that this 7f trip will be his bare minimum, and the yard’s newcomers often need the run, but any market support would be worth noting.

Spotlight Verdict:
“After a highly encouraging run in a recent barrier trial when showing a smart turn of foot, BREAKING DAWN (nap) could be hard to beat. Port Ferdinand and Cape Primrose both have strong pedigrees and warrant plenty of respect.”

Assessment of Chances for the Master Top Two:

• 14 Cape Primrose:
  • Strengths: Exceptionally strong pedigree with Group 1 winning dam and Listed/Group winners among siblings, many showing ability at 2yo. This suggests significant potential that is not reflected in her low TimeWise Total as a newcomer.
  • Weaknesses: As a newcomer, she lacks racecourse experience. Trainer’s newcomers sometimes need a run.
  • Suitability: The 7f trip is appropriate given her dam’s 7f winning form. Her pedigree suggests she could be a talented juvenile.
• 11 Port Ferdinand:
  • Strengths: Also boasts a top-class pedigree, with a dam who won two Group 1 races over 7f/1m, and a winning half-brother. Like Cape Primrose, his potential is likely much higher than his numeric TimeWise rating as a newcomer.
  • Weaknesses: Concerns exist that 7f might be his “bare minimum trip” and that he may need his debut run.
  • Suitability: While 7f might be short, his breeding indicates talent. Any significant market support should be noted as it would suggest confidence in his readiness. The Spotlight considers him a strong pedigree contender.

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