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2.22 Crottys Lake Maiden Hurdle

(2m 205y, Yielding)

Rank	Horse (Odds)	TimeWise Master Rating	Trainer (W-R)	Jockey
1	Irish Panther (4-9)	130	E & P Harty (0%)	Cian Cullinan (7)
2	In The Trenches (100-30)	120	G Cromwell (83%)	Keith Donoghue

Recent Form and Comments

Irish Panther (8yo, H)

• Form: 83303-
• Comments: Has been placed in nine of his 11 races, including all three bumpers and his first three maiden hurdle starts. He slotted into handicaps effectively last season. He was twice in the money at Leopardstown before being set a tough task in the County Hurdle. He stands out in this company based on his Punchestown festival third behind the British-trained pair Ascending Lark and Wilful.

In The Trenches (5yo, H)

• Form: 4-3409
• Comments: He has run 28 times without winning and is described as immensely frustrating overall, having been placed 17 times (including seven seconds and three third placings). He was recently beaten 10l when runner-up in a handicap chase at Cork 11 days ago. He meets Irish Panther on 15lb worse than handicap terms and looks booked for second again.

Spotlight Verdict

This looks straightforward for IRISH PANTHER who was good enough to make the cut for the County Hurdle before signing off with a fine Punchestown run. He meets the frustrating In The Trenches on 15lb better than handicap terms and Cian Cullinan takes off a useful 7lb into the bargain. Kentucky Beach is the pick of the others.

Race Statistics

• Age Groups: 5yo 9-13-78, 6yo 0-4-27, 7yo 1-1-8, 8yo 0-0-2.
• Fate of Favourites: 1121022132.
• Trainer Records (w-pl-r): John Patrick Ryan 1-0-1, Gavin Cromwell 0-1-2.

Assessment of the Top Two

• Irish Panther (130):
  • Strengths: Sets the standard on form. Highly consistent (9/11 placed runs). His Punchestown third was a fine run. Receives a useful 7lb claim from his jockey.
  • Weaknesses: None apparent; his form is superior here.
  • Suitability: The race is considered straightforward for him.
• In The Trenches (120):
  • Strengths: Highly reliable for place money (17 career placings). Recently runner-up over fences.
  • Weaknesses: Frustrating maiden record (0-28). Meets Irish Panther on significantly worse terms (15lb disadvantage).
  • Suitability: Expected to run well, but primarily for second place.

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2.52 Kilclooney Woods (Q.R.) Handicap Hurdle

(2m 205y, Yielding)

Rank	Horse (Odds)	TimeWise Master Rating	Trainer (W-R)	Jockey
1	Stonecarthy (10-1)	96	K Purcell (0%)	Mr D Doyle (7)
2	Go Gill Go (12-1)	95	D J Grace (0%)	Mr Finian Maguire

Recent Form and Comments

Stonecarthy (6yo, B1)

• Form: 0P-2P0
• Comments: His second place at Wexford in May was promising. However, his confidence has been dented by two recent runs. He is now blinkered.

Go Gill Go (10yo, TP)

• Form: 30-070
• Comments: Her sole success remains a Sligo maiden win from 2021. She has been placed twice at this venue, including last winter. Otherwise, it is hard to make a case for her.

Spotlight Verdict

A sequence of placing on the Flat and over hurdles makes NO BIG DEAL an attractive proposition against less dependable rivals. The obvious danger is Hickeys Hill who may continue on an upward curve after a long-priced win in his first handicap. Flashthelights could feature in retrieving last season’s best form. Wayside Lady is fit from the Flat.

Race Statistics

• Age Groups: 4yo 0-2-19, 5yo 4-4-31, 6yo 2-5-34, 7yo 3-4-24, 8yo 0-5-15, 9yo 1-1-6, 10yo 0-1-6, 11yo 0-0-3.
• Fate of Favourites: 1042242121.
• Trainer Records (w-pl-r): Eoin Christopher McCarthy 0-1-1, John Patrick Ryan 0-1-1, W J Burke 0-1-5.

Assessment of the Top Two

• Stonecarthy (96):
  • Strengths: Showed a promising second earlier in the season. Now tries blinkers, which may help improve performance.
  • Weaknesses: Recent form is poor (confidence dented).
  • Suitability: Needs the new headgear to spark a revival.
• Go Gill Go (95):
  • Strengths: Has track experience, placing twice previously here.
  • Weaknesses: Only one career win (2021). Hard to make a positive case otherwise.
  • Suitability: Needs to recapture local form.

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3.22 Irish Stallion Farms EBF Mares Maiden Hurdle

(2m 4f 51y, Yielding)

Rank	Horse (Odds)	TimeWise Master Rating	Trainer (W-R)	Jockey
=1	Music Of Life (5-2)	118	D Hogan (50%)	Mr H C Swan
=1	Lau And Shaz (3-1)	118	G Cromwell (83%)	Keith Donoghue

Note: Bar Nonie (Master 67) is a non-runner.

Recent Form and Comments

Music Of Life (5yo, P)

• Form: C5-522
• Comments: Demonstrated promise last season. She has shown improved form for her new yard, finishing beaten only a neck at Limerick and then hitting the crossbar again at Roscommon eight days later. She sets the standard on form.

Lau And Shaz (5yo, T)

• Form: 3520-5
• Comments: Went close in bumpers and was narrowly beaten on her hurdle debut at Naas in December. She was previously tailed off on her only start at this extended trip, but she has shaped as though this distance may suit at times, particularly when running fifth at Listowel last month. She should come on for that first run of the campaign.

Spotlight Verdict

The tentative vote goes to MUSIC OF LIFE who has produced back-to-back career best efforts in two runs for her new connections and she sets the standard on form. Point winner, Moonlight Paradise isn’t ruled out on rules debut and the market may guide on fitness for her return. Lau And Shaz and Jazzy Rock have both shaped like this trip could suit.

Race Statistics

• Age Groups: 4yo 1-6-40, 5yo 8-9-70, 6yo 1-3-33, 7yo 0-2-9, 9yo 0-0-1.
• Fate of Favourites: 10411P3221.
• Trainer Records (w-pl-r): Denis Gerard Hogan 1-1-3, Gordon Elliott 1-2-6, Paul Nolan 0-1-2.

Assessment of the Top Two

• Music Of Life (118):
  • Strengths: Sets the form standard. Excellent recent consistency (two consecutive seconds). Improved dramatically for the new yard.
  • Weaknesses: None noted.
  • Suitability: Strongly suited and holds the highest form rating.
• Lau And Shaz (118):
  • Strengths: Should benefit from her recent run. Good bumper and debut hurdle form. Has hinted that the extended trip is within her scope.
  • Weaknesses: Was tailed off on her previous attempt at this distance.
  • Suitability: Expected to go well if she proves her stamina at this trip.

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3.52 Mahon Falls Handicap Hurdle

(2m 4f 51y, Yielding)

Rank	Horse (Odds)	TimeWise Master Rating	Trainer (W-R)	Jockey
1	Faceman (12-1)	126	D Kelly (67%)	Brian Hayes
2	Rexem (7-2)	122	J McConnell (46%)	Dylan Kidd (7)

Recent Form and Comments

Faceman (6yo, P)

• Form: -01214
• Comments: Secured two wins over timber this summer, including a Tramore novice hurdle. He made errors in his most recent run at Downpatrick. He needs to prove he is as effective on this type of ground (Yielding/Slower).

Rexem (8yo, P)

• Form: -47531
• Comments: Got back to winning ways in a C&D claimer three weeks ago. He will need to do more here. While all his previous winning form was on better ground, he has shown he handles slower conditions.

Spotlight Verdict

There were promising signs that PORTNACOO was getting back on track at Gowran earlier this month and he should be competitive from his last winning handicap mark. Elusive Ogie looks like a threat stepping up in trip. Ballycashin isn’t ruled out back at her preferred venue.

Race Statistics

• Age Groups: 4yo 0-0-1, 5yo 1-0-3, 6yo 0-0-2, 7yo 0-1-2, 8yo 0-1-2, 9yo 0-0-1.
• Fate of Favourites: Only one winner is listed in the form history, the 10-3fav. No aggregated statistics available.
• Trainer Records (w-pl-r): No aggregated statistics available.

Assessment of the Top Two

• Faceman (126):
  • Strengths: High TimeWise rating. Proven winner over hurdles this summer.
  • Weaknesses: Recent errors. Questionable suitability for the expected ground conditions.
  • Suitability: Must overcome jumping issues and ground queries.
• Rexem (122):
  • Strengths: Recent course and distance claimer winner. Has handled slower ground previously.
  • Weaknesses: Needs to step up in class/performance based on recent win. Most winning form has been on better ground.
  • Suitability: Might struggle to deliver required improvement against high-rated rivals.

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4.22 Suir Blueway Mares Chase

(2m 2f 146y, Good to Yielding)

Rank	Horse (Odds)	TimeWise Master Rating	Trainer (W-R)	Jockey
1	Nara (FR) (6-4)	139	H De Bromhead (76%)	Mark Walsh
2	Speculatrix (5-2)	138	G Elliott (53%)	Jack Kennedy

Recent Form and Comments

Nara (FR) (5yo, H)

• Form: 121P-U
• Comments: She was seventh in the 2024 Fred Winter and had an encouraging start to her chase career last season, including a Grade 2 success at Thurles. She has failed to complete in her two subsequent starts due to errors, including an early unseat at Limerick on Monday. She will be a big player, despite conceding weight, if she can sort out her jumping.

Speculatrix (6yo, L)

• Form: 4-3141
• Comments: She won a beginners’ at Downpatrick. She firmly returned to form with a Listed success at Chepstow 11 days ago, where she easily handled Doyen Quest. She is expected to have more to come, provided she handles different conditions today. The yard won this race last year.

Spotlight Verdict

It may be worth giving NARA another chance after her early unseat on Sunday. She was a Grade 2 winner last term and will be hard to beat with a clear round of jumping down in class here. Speculatrix and Enjoy The Dream are closely matched on form and can fight it out if the selection falters.

Race Statistics

• Age Groups: 5yo 0-1-2, 6yo 4-2-14, 7yo 3-0-6, 8yo 0-1-10, 9yo 0-1-4, 10yo 0-0-1.
• Fate of Favourites: 1116211.
• Trainer Records (w-pl-r): Gordon Elliott 3-2-7, John Patrick Ryan 1-0-4.

Assessment of the Top Two

• Nara (139):
  • Strengths: Grade 2 winner; possesses high class. Runs down in class here. Has the highest TimeWise rating.
  • Weaknesses: Highly unreliable recently, having failed to complete twice due to jumping errors.
  • Suitability: Needs a clear round of jumping to win; otherwise difficult to rely on.
• Speculatrix (138):
  • Strengths: Recently won a Listed race easily. Yard has a good record in this race. Expected to improve further.
  • Weaknesses: Needs to prove she handles the different conditions today.
  • Suitability: Strong contender, capable of fighting for the win if Nara falters or if conditions suit.

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4.55 Botanica International Handicap Chase

(2m 4f 219y, Good to Yielding)

Rank	Horse (Odds)	TimeWise Master Rating	Trainer (W-R)	Jockey
1	The Dara Man (13-2)	126	J Ryan (18%)	Michael Kenneally (7)
2	Doyen Magic (12-1)	120	P Rothwell (50%)	Simon Torrens

Recent Form and Comments

The Dara Man (10yo, P)

• Form: P42P0U
• Comments: He was runner-up to King Of Kingsfield in a beginners’. In three runs since, he has either failed to complete or been tailed off. He was running well at Cork before unseating 11 days ago. He may prefer quicker ground than expected today.

Doyen Magic (6yo, L)

• Form: 0-91U7
• Comments: He won at Kilbeggan on his chase debut. However, he needs to bounce back from two lesser recent runs. He must prove himself on slower ground.

Spotlight Verdict

This may not take much winning and it could be a good chance for recent course winner, SPELLACY’S CROSS, to follow up. He’s only up 3lb for that success, and the runner-up has gone in over hurdles since. Ollie La Ba Ba won over timber last time out and operates from a lower chase mark, while Person Of Interest isn’t ruled out if he gets his jumping together.

Race Statistics

• Age Groups: 5yo 0-0-1, 6yo 1-1-5, 7yo 1-0-2, 8yo 0-2-6, 9yo 0-1-3.
• Fate of Favourites: 32.
• Trainer Records (w-pl-r): John Patrick Ryan 0-1-1.

Assessment of the Top Two

• The Dara Man (126):
  • Strengths: Highest Master Rating. Demonstrated ability when running well before unseating 11 days ago.
  • Weaknesses: Highly inconsistent record (U, P, 0). May prefer quicker ground.
  • Suitability: High-risk, high-reward prospect due to erratic form and ground concerns.
• Doyen Magic (120):
  • Strengths: Won on chasing debut.
  • Weaknesses: Must bounce back from two poor recent efforts. Needs to prove ability on slower ground.
  • Suitability: Ground suitability is a major question mark.

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5.25 Clonmel Oil Chase Day November 6th Handicap Chase

(2m 4f 219y, Good to Yielding)

Rank	Horse (Odds)	TimeWise Master Rating	Trainer (W-R)	Jockey
1	Toor Moon (9-2)	102	M Flynn (33%)	Danny Mullins
2	Due Course (IRE) (7-2)	100	G Cromwell (83%)	Keith Donoghue

Recent Form and Comments

Toor Moon (8yo, L)

• Form: 609322
• Comments: Has fair form over hurdles (seven placements but no wins from 21 attempts). He ran an encouraging second on his chasing debut at Downpatrick 13 days ago. He is likely to be in the mix.

Due Course (IRE) (7yo, TB)

• Form: 0-9592
• Comments: He has two hurdle wins. He was well beaten in two handicap chases during the summer. The application of blinkers seemed beneficial when he ran second at Sligo recently, where he would have been closer but for interference.

Spotlight Verdict

Potentially well handicapped relative to her hurdles mark, Onefortheditch is a hopeful choice to score on her fourth chase attempt. Blinkers appeared to have a positive effect on Due Course at Sligo and he can make his presence felt again. Toor Moon is another possibility.

Race Statistics

• Age Groups: 5yo 0-0-3, 6yo 0-3-9, 7yo 3-2-22, 8yo 0-2-8, 9yo 0-1-4, 10yo 1-2-8, 11yo 0-0-2, 12yo 1-1-2, 14yo 1-0-1.
• Fate of Favourites: 241041.
• Trainer Records (w-pl-r): Gavin Cromwell 1-0-1.

Assessment of the Top Two

• Toor Moon (102):
  • Strengths: Consistent placed form over hurdles. Ran a promising second on chase debut.
  • Weaknesses: Still seeking a career win over jumps.
  • Suitability: Expected to be highly competitive.
• Due Course (100):
  • Strengths: Recent second-place run suggests he is well-handicapped. Blinkers appear to have had a positive effect.
  • Weaknesses: Was previously beaten a long way in handicap chases this summer.
  • Suitability: Looks set to make his presence felt again if the blinkers work as effectively.