Down Royal Racecards Horse Racing Tips: Friday, 19th July 2024

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Down Royal 17:07

Irish Stallion Farms EBF Maiden

•  2yo, 7 Runners
•  Flat,Turf , 5f , GOOD, Good to firm in places (Selective watering)
•  Winner £9,235, 2nd £2,974, 3rd £1,409, 4th £626, 5th £313, 6th £157

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1. Tommy McJohn (9/4) – bet365

Tommy McJohn showed promise when finishing second in his debut at Naas. After some time off, he is expected to improve further.

2. Ace King Queen (13/2) – Betvictor

Ace King Queen had a decent debut at Navan but was withdrawn at the same venue afterward. He could show more today.

3. Bean Tintreach – Unibet

Bean Tintreach, a well-bred newcomer, appears to be the second choice from his stable based on jockey bookings.

4. Fiamma – bet365

Fiamma is a debutant from a yard known for producing winners first time out. She is one to watch in the market.

5. Origami (9/1) – Betvictor

Origami showed good speed on debut at Naas. The addition of a tongue-tie might bring improvement.

6. Tempest Star (Evs) – Unibet

Tempest Star ran strongly at Naas, only losing out late after racing alone. She is favored to win today.

7. Wee Mary (50/1) – bet365

Wee Mary was never in contention after a slow start on her Navan debut and needs significant improvement to feature.

Verdict

Tempest Star, who narrowly missed out at Naas while running alone, is our top pick to win. Tommy McJohn, after a promising debut and some rest, is a strong contender. Ace King Queen and Origami are also worth considering for each-way bets.

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Down Royal 17:42

Weatherbys Digital Solutions Handicap

•  3yo+, 10 Runners
•  Flat,Turf , 1m 2f 75y , GOOD, Good to firm in places (Watered)
•  Winner £5,387, 2nd £1,735, 3rd £822, 4th £365, 5th £183, 6th £91

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1. Reinforce (4/1) – bet365

Reinforce recently broke his maiden at Navan and, despite an 8lb higher mark, he remains a strong contender today.

2. Havana Notion (7/2) – Betvictor

Havana Notion won well at Tipperary last time and, even with a 6lb penalty, looks set to run another big race.

3. Realtin Fantasy (7/1) – Unibet

Realtin Fantasy has been consistent with placings and benefits from a 6lb pull at the weights with Havana Notion.

4. Elliott (15/2) – bet365

Elliott finished third over this course and distance recently but couldn’t replicate that form at Bellewstown. The return to this track could see him bounce back.

5. Layoftheland (18/1) – Betvictor

Layoftheland has struggled for form recently, and the addition of cheekpieces will need to spark improvement.

6. Marble Angel (12/1) – Unibet

Marble Angel showed promise earlier in the season but took a step back last time out. He will need to regain his form to feature.

7. Hero Of The Hour (13/2) – bet365

Hero Of The Hour’s recent performance at Bellewstown was encouraging, but he may prefer a longer distance.

8. Spirit Of Eagles (15/2) – Betvictor

Spirit Of Eagles, last year’s winner, is back to the same mark and benefits from a talented rider’s 7lb claim.

9. Astral Beat (28/1) – Unibet

Astral Beat was only 2 lengths off the winner over this course and distance last time and races off his true mark today.

10. Ginormous (8/1) – bet365

Ginormous has shown improvement over shorter trips, finishing a good third at Tipperary last time.

11. Babyface (11/1) – Betvictor

Babyface needs to find more based on recent form but has potential to improve.

12. Theriverrunsdeep (12/1) – Unibet

Theriverrunsdeep was a good fourth at Tipperary but disappointed last time over a longer trip. Back at 5f, he could bounce back.

Verdict

Havana Notion, who won well at Tipperary and carries a manageable 6lb penalty, is our top pick. Reinforce, fresh off a maiden win, and Realtin Fantasy, with a weight advantage, are also strong contenders.

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Down Royal 18:17

BoyleSports Irish EBF Ulster Oaks Fillies Handicap

•  3yo+, 8 Runners
•  Flat,Turf , 1m 2f 75y , GOOD, Good to firm in places (Watered)
•  Winner £16,161, 2nd £5,204, 3rd £2,465, 4th £1,096, 5th £548, 6th £274

1. Devine Genius (11/2) – bet365

Devine Genius took a step forward with a third-place finish at Tipperary last time out. More improvement is needed but he has potential.

2. Heishybrid (10/11) – Betvictor

Heishybrid finished strongly for second at Bellewstown and should be well-suited by this trip. A strong contender to win.

3. King Thistle (7/2) – Unibet

King Thistle showed promise with a third-place finish at Listowel. Bred to appreciate this longer distance and one to watch.

4. Pure Granite (40/1) – bet365

Pure Granite has not shown much in two starts, and a significant improvement is required, even with headgear fitted.

5. Wizard Of Odds (11/4) – Betvictor

Wizard Of Odds seemed to need this trip when fifth at Listowel and should have no trouble making up the ground on King Thistle.

6. Coulstys Way (33/1) – Unibet

Coulstys Way caught the eye at Roscommon but may be more suited to nursery races in the future.

7. Pompano Beach (10/1) – bet365

Pompano Beach’s performances in Naas sprint maidens were average, but he has the potential to improve over this longer trip.

8. Rumba Bay (40/1) – Betvictor

Rumba Bay has been slow to start and never in contention in both maidens. Blinkers are now fitted but he needs a significant leap in form.

Verdict

Heishybrid showed a strong finish at Bellewstown and looks primed to win this time. King Thistle, with a promising third at Listowel and a liking for the longer distance, and Wizard Of Odds, who seems to need this trip, are both expected to challenge strongly.

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Down Royal 18:52

BoyleSports Ulster Derby (Premier Handicap)

•  3yo, 9 Runners
•  Flat,Turf , 1m 4f 175y , GOOD, Good to firm in places (Watered)
•  Winner £51,304, 2nd £16,522, 3rd £7,826, 4th £3,478, 5th £1,739, 6th £870

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1. Enough Already (11/1) – bet365

A seasoned campaigner with six wins in Britain, Enough Already has shown consistency. Now with a new trainer, the market can provide more insight.

2. Apercu (2/1) – Betvictor

Apercu looked in need of a longer trip when fourth at the Curragh and is lightly raced for this level. This extra furlong should suit perfectly.

3. God Knows (11/2) – Unibet

God Knows has previously won over this course and distance. Ran into trouble last time but still showed enough to be considered here.

4. Aird (5/1) – bet365

Aird showed some promise when trained by Kevin Prendergast. Needs to improve significantly from his recent debut for his new yard.

5. Dark Note (12/1) – Betvictor

Dark Note, a Tramore winner last summer, had a rough chase debut recently. His preparation for this race has been unorthodox.

6. Pillar Of Hope (22/1) – Unibet

Pillar Of Hope has struggled to make an impact for his current yard. Despite a declining mark, he remains a risky proposition.

7. Alma Libre (7/1) – bet365

Alma Libre, a runner-up last year, has yet to find form this season. The handicapper has given her a chance.

8. True Statesman (11/1) – Betvictor

True Statesman has been inconsistent this year, with modest overall form. The switch to a visor from blinkers might help.

9. Masoun (7/2) – Unibet

Masoun didn’t have the best trip at Roscommon last time but still shows potential for more improvement.

Verdict

Apercu showed signs of needing this extra furlong when finishing strongly at the Curragh. God Knows, with previous success over this course and distance, is a strong contender, while Masoun, still showing potential, should also be in the mix.

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Down Royal 19:27

Harvertech Handicap

•  3yo+, 9 Runners
•  Flat,Turf , 1m 2f 140y , GOOD, Good to firm in places (Selective watering)
•  Winner £5,900, 2nd £1,900, 3rd £900, 4th £400, 5th £200, 6th £100

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1. Falvio (33/1) – bet365

Falvio, yet to break his maiden tag, has been running over jumps recently. His form suggests he might struggle here against stronger opposition.

2. Jabbar (13/8) – Betvictor

Jabbar, who won at Roscommon, finished third there recently. He’s down 1lb and could be ready to score again with some freshening up.

3. Whiskey Sour (33/1) – Unibet

Whiskey Sour has shown a decline in performance on the flat and over hurdles for his current yard. His rapidly dropping mark is the only encouragement.

4. Not Just Any Eagle (9/2) – bet365

Consistent over approximately 1m2f recently, Not Just Any Eagle has yet to try this trip but could perform well if he stays.

5. Beautiful Chaos (18/1) – Betvictor

Beautiful Chaos has had some solid runs in defeat last year. Though ground-versatile, he will need to be ready on his return.

6. Vidisha (14/1) – Unibet

Vidisha’s best run for his current yard came over 1m6f at Gowran last time. He needs to improve further here.

7. Whatcouldhavebeen (4/1) – bet365

Whatcouldhavebeen has been below form over hurdles but is a dual Flat winner who would prefer more ease in the ground.

8. Dabana (6/1) – Betvictor

Dabana, a narrow runner-up over 1m2.5f at this track last time, was poor on her only try over this trip. The hood might help her chances.

9. Evening’s Empire (12/1) – Unibet

Evening’s Empire was beaten 9 lengths over this course and distance last time. She needs significant improvement with the addition of a tongue-tie.

10. My Kurkum (18/1) – bet365

My Kurkum was beaten 5 lengths over 1m1f at Leopardstown last time for this yard. He needs to show improvement over this longer trip.

11. Calmafterthestorm (9/1) – Betvictor

Calmafterthestorm got off the mark on handicap/turf debut when winning over this course and distance. She’s up 8lbs but appears to be improving.

12. Butterfly Garden (11/1) – Unibet

Butterfly Garden, a dual winner, was regressive last year and makes limited appeal on her first run since February.

13. Rushford (50/1) – bet365

Rushford has been well beaten twice recently and needs a major revival with the first-time blinkers.

14. Wild Shot (40/1) – Betvictor

Wild Shot was poor on the Flat and over hurdles for Noel Kelly. He needs a significant turnaround for his former yard.

Verdict

Jabbar, who showed promise at Roscommon, is favored to win after a short break. Not Just Any Eagle, if he stays, is a strong contender, and Calmafterthestorm, improving after her recent win, is also a key player.

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Down Royal 20:00

Irish Stallion Farms EBF Fillies Maiden

•  3yo, 5 Runners
•  Flat,Turf , 1m 4f 175y , GOOD, Good to firm in places (Watered)
•  Winner £7,439, 2nd £2,396, 3rd £1,135, 4th £504, 5th £252, 6th £126

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1. Vera Verto (9/4) – bet365

Vera Verto hasn’t been at her best this season, with her last run in Listed company. She needs to show improvement to feature prominently here.

2. Fairytale Princess (9/4) – Betvictor

Fairytale Princess was nearly 4 lengths behind No Niki No at Ballinrobe last time. She has some ground to make up, but a 2lb better weight might help.

3. Fiver Friday (8/1) – Unibet

Fiver Friday ran a good race over an extended 1m2f here in the Ulster Oaks last time. She has a chance if she stays the longer trip.

4. Yokkell (9/1) – bet365

Yokkell has put in decent efforts on turf recently, including over 1m2f here. She needs to find more to be competitive over this longer distance.

5. No Niki No (2/1) – Betvictor

No Niki No was 2 lengths ahead of Fairytale Princess at Ballinrobe last time out and can confirm that form despite being 2lbs worse off.

6. New Year Honours (7/2) – Unibet

New Year Honours has two AW wins and ran well at Dundalk during the winter. Her form over hurdles has been poor, but she needs to bring her best to be in contention here.

Verdict

No Niki No, who finished strongly at Ballinrobe, is favored to confirm the form over Fairytale Princess despite the weight disadvantage. Vera Verto needs to bounce back to her best to be a serious contender, while New Year Honours must improve on her recent efforts.

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Down Royal 20:30

Jack Murphy Jewellers Maiden

•  4yo+, 10 Runners
•  Flat,Turf , 1m 4f 175y , GOOD, Good to firm in places (Watered)
•  Winner £5,643, 2nd £1,817, 3rd £861, 4th £383, 5th £191, 6th £96

1. Benvoy (8/1) – bet365

Benvoy, who was beaten by nearly 5 lengths last time, is now down 1lb with blinkers added. Improvement is anticipated.

2. Glimmerglass (15/2) – Unibet

Glimmerglass showed promise when finishing third in a 1m1f Tipperary handicap. The rise in trip could be beneficial if he stays.

3. Question Of Class (11/4) – Betvictor

Question Of Class has had good runs over 1m4f at Limerick and 1m2f at Naas. If she stays, she could be a strong contender despite the 3lb rise.

4. Mickey Cohen (6/1) – bet365

Mickey Cohen makes his handicap debut for a stable in great form. He’s of particular interest if there’s strong market support.

5. Dancing Steve (10/1) – Unibet

Dancing Steve was third over 1m2.5f here but underperformed over the same trip at Naas. He needs to bounce back to be competitive.

6. Empress Alma (3/1) – Betvictor

Empress Alma was a comfortable winner of a Naas handicap over 1m2.5f last time. Raised 6lb, she remains a major player if she stays the distance.

7. Seas And Oceans (11/1) – bet365

Seas And Oceans put in a decent effort on his seasonal and handicap debut. If he stays the trip, he could be involved.

8. Fine Print (14/1) – Unibet

Fine Print has shown consistent efforts in 1m2.5f handicaps. He needs to find more to be competitive over this longer trip.

9. Waystar (4/1) – Betvictor

Waystar caught the eye with an improved performance at Roscommon last time in a stronger race. He looks poised to break his maiden.

10. Highland Bells (20/1) – bet365

Highland Bells was well beaten at Killarney four days ago. She needs a significant improvement to be competitive here, racing 1lb out of the handicap.

Verdict

Waystar impressed with a much-improved effort at Roscommon and is well-placed to secure his first win. Empress Alma, who was a comfortable winner last time, is also expected to perform well despite the weight increase. Mickey Cohen, making his handicap debut for a stable in good form, is another to watch closely.

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