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1. 13:10 Cork – Irish Stallion Farms EBF Academy Hurdle (2m1½f, Good)

This is a National Hunt Non Handicap Hurdle race for 3-year-olds.

Rank	Horse Name	Total Score
1	Ronnies Rascal (IRE)	53.493
2	Hardy Stuff (USA)	52.385

Recent Form and Comments

• Ronnies Rascal (IRE) (3yo): His recent form is recorded as 0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0. He is the sole runner for the Champion trainer (W. Mullins) so warrants plenty of respect. He is by a quality sire, notably of fillies, and his dam was a French 1m5f Flat/2m1f chase winner.
• Hardy Stuff (USA) (3yo): His recent form is recorded as 0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0. He is the first foal of a dam who was placed over 7f/1m. He is Flat-bred, cost 80,000gns as a 2yo, and is from a top yard (G. Elliott). He was reportedly through the breeze-ups as a 2yo, suggesting he is well seasoned.

Spotlight Verdict

The first race in this new initiative for developing young NH horses makes it a guessing game where the market can be revealing. Ronnie’s Rascal merits respect as the sole runner for the Champion trainer, but HARDY STUFF makes more appeal as he is well seasoned. Out Of Aces also catches the eye due to a proper dual-purpose pedigree.

Race Statistics

Category	Detail	Source(s)
Age Groups	3yo only. Statistics: 3yo 2-3-17
Fate of Favourites	44
Trainer Records	William Durkan 0-2-2 (w-pl-r)

Assessment of the Top Two

• Ronnies Rascal (IRE):
  • Strengths: Represents Champion Trainer W. Mullins. Good jumping pedigree on the dam’s side.
  • Weaknesses: No previous form recorded. Needs to justify respect based on pedigree/connections.
  • Suitability: High chance based on yard reputation.
• Hardy Stuff (USA):
  • Strengths: Highest TimeWise Master rated among those with zero prior runs (total score 52.385). Comes from a top yard (G. Elliott) and is considered “well seasoned”.
  • Weaknesses: No previous form recorded.
  • Suitability: Preferred by the Spotlight Verdict over the Mullins runner.

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2. 13:42 Cork – WTW Willis 3-Y-O Maiden Hurdle (1m7½f, Good)

This is a National Hunt Non Handicap Maiden Hurdle for 3-year-olds.

Rank	Horse Name	Total Score
1	Bridezilla (IRE)	270.2626
2	Kibris (IRE)	257.2212

Recent Form and Comments

• Bridezilla (IRE) (3yo): Her recent form contributions are strong (77.105, 30.5434, etc.). She is a Flat maiden who was just denied in that sphere last time at Listowel (1m3f; heavy) and is now rated 63. She makes her hurdles debut.
• Kibris (IRE) (3yo): His recent form contributions are slightly lower (58.4178, 30.2806, etc.). He was a Flat 2yo maiden winner on his sole start last year but subsequently did not progress as hoped this term, despite facing some stiff tasks. He is likely to be well-prepared from the top Joseph Patrick O’Brien yard and is respected on his hurdle debut.

Spotlight Verdict

BRIDEZILLA has to be respected on her hurdles debut. Crooked Path was just denied at Gowran last week and should go well.

Race Statistics

Category	Detail	Source(s)
Age Groups	3yo only.
Fate of Favourites	Not provided for this specific race.
Trainer Records	Not provided for this specific race.

Assessment of the Top Two

• Bridezilla (IRE):
  • Strengths: Highest rated (270.2626). Showed excellent form on her recent Flat run (just denied at Listowel).
  • Weaknesses: Hurdles debut. Needs to translate Flat form to jumping sphere.
  • Suitability: Respected and should go well if taking to hurdles.
• Kibris (IRE):
  • Strengths: Comes from a high-calibre yard and was a 2yo Flat winner. High rating suggests inherent ability.
  • Weaknesses: Failed to progress as hoped on the Flat this year.
  • Suitability: Respected due to connections and flat ability on hurdles debut.

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3. 14:17 Cork – William Hill Each Way Extra Challenge Series Handicap Hurdle (0-100) (2m2½f, Good)

This is a National Hunt Handicap Hurdle race for 4-year-olds and upwards.

Rank	Horse Name	Total Score
1	Onefortheditch (IRE)	255.3052
2	Tea It Is (IRE)	222.7683

Recent Form and Comments

• Onefortheditch (IRE) (7yo): Recent form contributions are high (76.21, 29.8303, etc.). She is a C&D winner and has been running okay over longer trips recently without threatening a win. She remains 6lb above her C&D winning mark but is capable of running into a place off this mark.
• Tea It Is (IRE) (8yo): Recent form contributions are high (65.53, 24.9412, etc.). This maiden has gone off at relatively short odds for his last seven starts. He ran well over 2m1f (good) at Cork in August. On his latest run at Gowran (2m4f, yielding), he finished fourth as a 7-2 favourite; he is now down 1lb and drops in trip, making him a place shout.

Spotlight Verdict

The less exposed MON SHERIFFE has hinted at winning potential the last twice and dropping back in trip should suit him, making him the preference. Jaadil ran well at Navan last time and should be in the mix again, while Tea It Is is also a player.

Race Statistics

Category	Detail	Source(s)
Age Groups	4yo+ (No specific statistics provided for this race)
Fate of Favourites	Not provided for this specific race.
Trainer Records	Not provided for this specific race.

Assessment of the Top Two

• Onefortheditch (IRE):
  • Strengths: Highest rated (255.3052). Proven course and distance winner. Has demonstrated capability off this mark.
  • Weaknesses: Running slightly above her last winning mark (6lb higher).
  • Suitability: Strong place chance given course form and handicap capabilities.
• Tea It Is (IRE):
  • Strengths: Ran well at Cork previously. Drops 1lb and returns to a shorter trip after his last run, which suggests conditions might be optimal.
  • Weaknesses: Remains a maiden. The Spotlight selected Mon Sheriffe over him.
  • Suitability: Considered a strong place contender.

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4. 14:52 Cork – Connollys RED MILLS Irish EBF Auction Maiden Hurdle (2m4½f, Good)

This is a National Hunt Non Handicap Auction Maiden Hurdle for 4-year-olds and upwards.

Rank	Horse Name	Total Score
1	Kevins Pride (IRE)	262.8567
2	Found A Diamond (IRE)	213.1459

Recent Form and Comments

• Kevins Pride (IRE) (6yo): Recent form contributions include 77.0881 and 35.0494. He was a Kilbeggan bumper winner on debut last year. He has been consistent in defeat in four hurdle starts since (up to 3m). He lacks a recent start (172 days) but has gone well fresh in the past.
• Found A Diamond (IRE) (5yo): Recent form contributions include 65.8283 and 28.2573. He was runner-up on his sole bumper start last winter and posted solid runs in defeat over hurdles either side of that. He has to improve plenty from his recent Listowel comeback but is considered capable of better.

Spotlight Verdict

Though he lacks a recent run, KEVIN’S PRIDE has gone well fresh in the past and has the rating to take this if close to his best. Itsaworkinmaniam and Found A Diamond could be the ones to give him most to do.

Race Statistics

Category	Detail	Source(s)
Age Groups	4yo+. Statistics: 4yo 0-3-18, 5yo 3-2-20, 6yo 2-4-17, 7yo 0-1-4, 8yo 0-0-1
Fate of Favourites	10214
Trainer Records	Not provided for this specific race.

Assessment of the Top Two

• Kevins Pride (IRE):
  • Strengths: Highest rated (262.8567). Proven bumper winner and consistent hurdler. Good record when fresh.
  • Weaknesses: Absence (172 days) is a concern.
  • Suitability: The main selection, holding the best official rating in the field.
• Found A Diamond (IRE):
  • Strengths: Second highest rated (213.1459). Capable of better than his comeback run suggests.
  • Weaknesses: Needs substantial improvement from his recent Listowel performance.
  • Suitability: Expected to be in the leading challengers.

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5. 15:27 Cork – Irish Stallion Farms EBF Novice Hurdle (3m, Good)

This is a National Hunt Non Handicap Novice Hurdle for 4-year-olds and upwards.

Rank	Horse Name	Total Score
1	Penny Perfect (IRE)	277.1246
2	Tackletommywoowoo (IRE)	241.5551

Recent Form and Comments

• Penny Perfect (IRE) (4yo): Recent form contributions are high (77.6928, 38.1373, etc.). Form figures are 412, indicating a recent win and placement over hurdles. Rated 116, she won over hurdles on her penultimate start and was placed on her last start. She comes from the yard of Gordon Elliott.
• Tackletommywoowoo (IRE) (5yo): Recent form contributions are strong (71.55, 39.2256, etc.). Form is 7-2F16. He is 1-8 over hurdles and rated 110. His win came in a 3m Wexford handicap. He was beaten over 5l on his latest start at Listowel off a revised mark. Stamina is assured.

Spotlight Verdict

No Spotlight Verdict is provided in the sources for the 15:27 Cork race.

Race Statistics

Category	Detail	Source(s)
Age Groups	4yo+. Statistics: 4yo 0-0-4, 5yo 5-4-26, 6yo 4-4-22, 7yo 1-1-5, 10yo 0-0-1
Fate of Favourites	2121213612
Trainer Records	Declan Queally 1-0-1, Gordon Elliott 1-0-6 (w-pl-r)

Assessment of the Top Two

• Penny Perfect (IRE):
  • Strengths: Highest rated (277.1246). Strong recent form including a win. Represents a successful trainer in this race type (Gordon Elliott, 1-0-6).
  • Weaknesses: Faces opposition from a rival (Tackletommywoowoo) whose stamina is assured at this exact trip.
  • Suitability: Looks the primary contender on figures and form.
• Tackletommywoowoo (IRE):
  • Strengths: Second highest rated (241.5551). Stamina is assured, having won over 3m previously. The trainer (Declan Queally) rides himself and has a 1-0-1 record in this race type.
  • Weaknesses: Has a bit to find on the figures (rated 110).
  • Suitability: Solid chance if he can improve slightly on his most recent run.

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6. 16:02 Cork – William Hill Each Way Extra Challenge Series Rated Novice Chase (2m1½f, Good)

This is a National Hunt Non Handicap Rated Novice Chase for 4-year-olds and upwards.

Rank	Horse Name	Total Score
1	Kazakh Darthel (FR)	258.1195
2	Rockstown Girl (IRE)	239.7053

Recent Form and Comments

• Kazakh Darthel (FR) (5yo): Recent form contributions are strong (82.945, 22.9567, etc.). Form is 7UF-U4. He is a maiden after eleven career starts. He achieved a decent fourth over hurdles off 108 recently. His best chase run saw him fall at the last when 1 length down at Thurles last February. He holds an official rating of 108 over fences.
• Rockstown Girl (IRE) (7yo): Recent form contributions are strong (69.59, 22.8519, etc.). Form is 70-U04. She ran well enough over hurdles last time. However, she unseated on her sole chase start.

Spotlight Verdict

With a rating of 108 over fences, KAZAKH D’ARTHEL is the best horse in the race and can win if jumping soundly. Rockstown Girl ran well enough over hurdles last time, though she did unseat on her sole chase start.

Race Statistics

Category	Detail	Source(s)
Age Groups	4yo+. Statistics: 5yo 0-1-1, 6yo 3-3-11, 7yo 5-2-27, 8yo 1-5-32, 9yo 1-6-18, 10yo 0-1-5, 11yo 0-0-1, 13yo 0-0-1
Fate of Favourites	2432110101
Trainer Records	Not provided for this specific race.

Assessment of the Top Two

• Kazakh Darthel (FR):
  • Strengths: Highest rated (258.1195) and highest official fence rating (108). Showed winning potential over fences before falling.
  • Weaknesses: Maiden status. Needs to jump soundly.
  • Suitability: Expected to win if proficient over the obstacles.
• Rockstown Girl (IRE):
  • Strengths: Second highest rated (239.7053). Recent hurdles form was satisfactory.
  • Weaknesses: Lack of successful chase experience (unseated once).
  • Suitability: Needs to prove herself over fences.

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7. 16:37 Cork – Co-Op Superstores Handicap Chase (2m1½f, Good)

This is a National Hunt Handicap Chase for 4-year-olds and upwards.

Rank	Horse Name	Total Score
1	Rebel Gold (IRE)	282.1153
2	Shes A Fine Wine (IRE)	267.7684

Recent Form and Comments

• Rebel Gold (IRE) (12yo): Recent form contributions are high (67.9248, 42.947, etc.). Form is 6214-5. He is a veteran who won his fourth chase (sixth overall) on his last handicap start at Wexford in April. He is only 3lb higher now and should improve from his seasonal reappearance in Gowran’s Champion Chase. The rider takes off 7lb.
• Shes A Fine Wine (IRE) (7yo): Recent form contributions are high (63.6642, 41.9833, etc.). Form is 2224U8. She won at Kilbeggan in May off 117 and was far from disgraced off 122 in the Blazers at Galway. She was below her best in a listed handicap chase most recently. She could rebound on this right-handed track.

Spotlight Verdict

The veteran Rebel Gold is feared returned to handicap company and last year’s winner The Banger Doyle is also respected. The Monaghan raider LUMINOUS LIGHT gets the vote. He is 2-3 here over hurdles and shaped encouragingly on his return to chasing at Tramore. In The Trenches can also go well.

Race Statistics

Category	Detail	Source(s)
Age Groups	4yo+. Statistics: 5yo 0-1-1, 6yo 3-3-11, 7yo 5-2-27, 8yo 1-5-32, 9yo 1-6-18, 10yo 0-1-5, 11yo 0-0-1, 13yo 0-0-1
Fate of Favourites	2432110101
Trainer Records	Henry De Bromhead 1-3-12, John Patrick Ryan 1-3-12, John Queally 1-0-1 (w-pl-r)

Assessment of the Top Two

• Rebel Gold (IRE):
  • Strengths: Highest rated (282.1153). Proven winner who is well-treated (only 3lb higher than last win). Benefits from a 7lb weight claim.
  • Weaknesses: 12-year-old. Needs to show improvement from a poor seasonal debut.
  • Suitability: Feared by the Spotlight panel, strong chance in handicap company.
• Shes A Fine Wine (IRE):
  • Strengths: Second highest rated (267.7684). Recent winner in May. Strong form off a higher mark during the summer. Returns to a right-handed track.
  • Weaknesses: Recent run was below par. The trip might be too sharp.
  • Suitability: Capable of a strong rebound.

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8. 17:12 Cork – Racing Again November 2nd (Pro/Am) Flat Race (2m3f, Good)

This is a National Hunt Non Handicap Flat Race for 4-year-olds and upwards.

Rank	Horse Name	Total Score
1	Something Fabulous (IRE)	257.9814
2	Minella Emperor (IRE)	197.8216

Recent Form and Comments

• Something Fabulous (IRE) (5yo): Recent form contributions include 76.7773 and 47.475. She was runner-up in a point-to-point. She took a big step forward on her second Rules start when scoring at Tramore (16.5f, good), and that form has been franked.
• Minella Emperor (IRE) (6yo): Recent form contributions include 35.5474 and 18.8394. He shaped well on his Rules’ debut over C&D in April and won at Kilbeggan (2m3f, good) the following month. Cheekpieces worn for his last two below par efforts (at 2m) are now discarded. He is interesting stepped back up in trip.

Spotlight Verdict

Minella Emperor will appreciate the return to this distance, but SOMETHING FABULOUS (nap) is preferred. The form of her Tramore win has been boosted and she has placed in a point-to-point so she should stay this far.

Race Statistics

Category	Detail	Source(s)
Age Groups	4yo+. Statistics: 4yo 4-4-28, 5yo 3-6-29, 6yo 3-6-20, 7yo 0-0-3, 10yo 0-0-1
Fate of Favourites	3231161341
Trainer Records	C Byrnes 1-0-2, Emmet Mullins 0-1-1 (w-pl-r)

Assessment of the Top Two

• Something Fabulous (IRE):
  • Strengths: Highest rated (257.9814). Demonstrated significant improvement to win last time, and that form has been boosted. Point-to-point form confirms stamina.
  • Weaknesses: Stepping up slightly in trip from her winning distance (16.5f).
  • Suitability: The NAP selection and highly likely to stay the distance.
• Minella Emperor (IRE):
  • Strengths: Won previously over 2m3f. Removal of cheekpieces suggests improvement is expected after two poor runs.
  • Weaknesses: Recent form was below par.
  • Suitability: Expected to run well now back up in distance.