Roscommon Racecards Horse Racing Tips: Monday, 8th July 2024

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Roscommon 17:00

Knockcroghery Claiming Hurdle

•  4yo+, 19 Runners
•  Jumps,Turf , 2m 4f 125y , GOOD, Good to yielding in places
•  Winner £5,130, 2nd £1,652, 3rd £783, 4th £348, 5th £174, 6th £87

Dollar Value – 4/1 – Bet365: Consistent performer, finished second in a handicap last time. Alex Harvey rides for T G McCourt.

Postileo – 7/2 – Betvictor: Has strong Flat form, making him a top contender here. Donagh Meyler rides for Emmet Mullins.

Epson Du Houx – 5/1 – Unibet: Once a top-class horse, but current form is a concern. Keith Donoghue rides for J P Dempsey.

Broken Ice – 15/2 – Bet365: Recently second in a claiming hurdle at Sligo, but this is a tougher race. Ben Harvey rides for John C McConnell.

Daicheadacuig – 66/1 – Betvictor: Struggling to find form, making it hard to recommend. Michael O’Sullivan rides for Brian Mortell.

Darkened – 33/1 – Unibet: Hasn’t shown much lately and needs a big improvement. Jody McGarvey rides for Noel C Kelly.

Britzka – 33/1 – Bet365: Three-time hurdle winner but appears to be declining. Kieren Buckley rides for Shane Nolan.

Brownstone – 25/1 – Betvictor: Needs to improve significantly to compete here. James Smith rides for Ian Patrick Donoghue.

Summer Tide – 14/1 – Unibet: Capable hurdler and chaser, can be competitive in this company. Phillip Enright rides for C Byrnes.

Kaleosun – 12/1 – Bet365: Disappointing since winning a maiden, needs to find better form. Sam Ewing rides for Gordon Elliott.

Balinaboola Steel – 25/1 – Betvictor: Veteran who hasn’t shown much recently. Paddy Hanlon rides for John Joseph Hanlon.

Coastal World – 100/1 – Unibet: Poor recent form, making him hard to support. Mr M E McCrory rides for Noel C Kelly.

Kendancer – 5/1 – Bet365: In good form but faces a stiffer challenge here. Philip Byrnes rides for C Byrnes.

Attitash – 50/1 – Betvictor: Some good runs in the past, but recent form is poor. Caragh Monaghan rides for Ian Patrick Donoghue.

Gordons Aura – 7/1 – Unibet: Fourth in a Sligo claimer but struggled on the Flat since. Danny Gilligan rides for Gordon Elliott.

Dark Voyager – 33/1 – Bet365: Winner for Willie Mullins, but form has dipped since changing stables. Jake Coen rides for Anthony McCann.

Cathy West – Reserve: Reserve, no appeal at these weights. Mark McDonagh rides for Patrick J F Hassett.

Gino Drummer Boy – 33/1 – Betvictor: Reserve, behind Kendancer in recent claimers, looking exposed.

Times A Wastin – 100/1 – Unibet: Reserve, lightly raced but no form claims. Finn Brickley rides for Nigel Thomas Slevin.

Verdict

Postileo 7/2 – Betvictor brings superior Flat form to this race, making him the one to beat. Dollar Value 4/1 – Bet365 is a consistent performer who should be in the mix, and Kendancer 5/1 – Bet365 is another to consider despite facing a tougher challenge.

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Roscommon 17:35

Adare Manor Opportunity Maiden Hurdle

•  5yo+, 19 Runners
•  Jumps,Turf , 2m 4f 125y , GOOD, Good to yielding in places
•  Winner £6,157, 2nd £1,983, 3rd £939, 4th £417, 5th £209, 6th £104

Sage Conseil – 9/2 – Bet365: After an impressive debut win, this horse didn’t fire last time but remains a solid contender. Alex Harvey rides for John C McConnell.

Another Question – 33/1 – Betvictor: Yet to show much on the track but could improve. Liam McKenna rides for Miss J M Lee.

Drumcliff Bay – 12/1 – Unibet: Has shown promise in past runs, needs to step up here. Philip Byrnes rides for Mark Michael McNiff.

Drumgill – 5/1 – Bet365: Consistent performer with a chance to win. Paddy Hanlon rides for John Patrick Ryan.

Island McCoo – 6/1 – Betvictor: Improved with each run and can be competitive here. James Smith rides for Barry T Murphy.

Major Barry – 15/2 – Unibet: Runner-up previously but needs to show more. Danny Gilligan rides for John E & Thomas Kiely.

Midweek Voices – 3/1 – Bet365: Consistent and likely to be in the mix. Shane O’Callaghan rides for Eoin Doyle.

Mighty Soldier – 66/1 – Betvictor: Poor recent form makes him hard to support. Niall Moore rides for James Andrew Fahey.

Mr Eastwood – 33/1 – Unibet: Unproven but could surprise. Liam Quinlan rides for David Harry Kelly.

Storms End – 11/1 – Bet365: Needs to improve but has potential. Conor Stone-Walsh rides for C A Murphy.

Way Down South – 16/1 – Betvictor: Modest form but can surprise. Jack G Gilligan rides for Gillian Scott.

Dear Orla – 33/1 – Unibet: Needs to improve significantly. Aidan Kelly rides for Stephen Gerard Carey.

Doyen Og – 66/1 – Bet365: Unlikely to feature based on past performances. Harry Sexton rides for Adrian Sexton.

Nicolas Fortune – 33/1 – Betvictor: Struggling for form and hard to recommend. Philip Donovan rides for K A Heffernan.

Pasquetta – 66/1 – Unibet: Needs to show more to be competitive. Patrick M O’Brien rides for Mrs Prunella Dobbs.

Tell Me This – 13/2 – Bet365: Showed promise last time out and could be a contender. Tom Harney rides for Ross O’Sullivan.

Ourgingernut – Reserve: Reserve with no strong form claims.

Raby Mere – Reserve: Reserve with no strong form claims.

Ballinvasas Best – Reserve: Reserve with no strong form claims.

Verdict

Midweek Voices 3/1 – Bet365 is a consistent performer and is likely to be in the mix. Drumgill 5/1 – Bet365 also looks strong with consistent performances. Sage Conseil 9/2 – Bet365 is another to consider despite needing to bounce back from a poor last run.

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Roscommon 18:05

Frenchpark Maiden Hurdle

•  4yo+, 19 Runners
•  Jumps,Turf , 1m 7f 204y , GOOD, Good to yielding in places
•  Winner £5,130, 2nd £1,652, 3rd £783, 4th £348, 5th £174, 6th £87

Marcher Lord – 20/1 – Bet365: Displayed decent form on the flat, but untested over hurdles. Danny Gilligan rides for Michael John O’Connor.

Caman Eileen – 6/4 – Unibet: Impressive bumper winner, making hurdles debut. Ridden by Paul Townend for W P Mullins.

Getawiggleon – 33/1 – Betvictor: Has struggled over hurdles so far. Darragh O’Keeffe rides for Michael Hourigan.

Kiwi Kiss – 66/1 – Bet365: Needs significant improvement. Kevin Sexton rides for Paul W Flynn.

Al Medix – 25/1 – Unibet: Struggled in previous maiden hurdle. J J Slevin rides for S R B Crawford.

Irina’s Path – 13/2 – Betvictor: Showed promise with a second-place finish on stable debut. Sam Ewing rides for Gordon Elliott.

Pahlavi – 11/4 – Bet365: Consistent performer, placing second in recent runs. Paddy Hanlon rides for John Joseph Hanlon.

What’s Lariat Now – 150/1 – Unibet: No significant form to recommend. Alex Harvey rides for Francis Casey.

Gilded Moon – 100/1 – Betvictor: Showed little on hurdling debut. Phillip Enright rides for Alan Fleming.

Market House – 50/1 – Bet365: Needs to improve significantly over hurdles. Michael O’Sullivan rides for Barry Connell.

Pearl Of Grange – 40/1 – Unibet: Poor showing in previous races. Sean Flanagan rides for Mrs John Harrington.

Tamborasi River – 100/1 – Betvictor: Yet to show any form. Liam Quinlan rides for Ray Hackett.

Takemeuptocarlow – 66/1 – Bet365: No significant form to recommend. Harry Sexton rides for Adrian Sexton.

Awakino – 25/1 – Unibet: Fifth place in a Kilbeggan maiden hurdle shows potential. Simon Torrens rides for Denis W Cullen.

Jeaniemacaroney – 11/4 – Betvictor: Consistent runner-up in hurdles, likely contender. Mark Walsh rides for Joseph Patrick O’Brien.

Mrs Tk – 33/1 – Bet365: Beaten heavily in debut, needs to improve. Rachael Blackmore rides for Mrs Lorna Fowler.

Jeu De Pic – 33/1 – Unibet: Improved showing when third at Bellewstown. Reserve.

Granda George – 33/1 – Betvictor: Little form shown in maiden hurdles. Reserve.

Ballinvasas Best – 50/1 – Bet365: Reserve with no notable form.

Verdict

Jeaniemacaroney 11/4 – Betvictor stands out with consistent runner-up finishes and should be the one to beat. Caman Eileen 6/4 – Unibet looks promising on hurdles debut for top connections. Pahlavi 11/4 – Bet365 also has strong form and can be in the mix.

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Roscommon 18:38

SuperValu Co. Roscommon Ladies Day Novice Hurdle

•  5yo+, 8 Runners
•  Jumps,Turf , 1m 7f 204y , GOOD, Good to yielding in places
•  Winner £7,696, 2nd £2,478, 3rd £1,174, 4th £522, 5th £261, 6th £130

If You Let Me – 4/1 – Bet365: Easily won a Kilbeggan maiden hurdle but couldn’t replicate that form in a novice race at Hexham. Keith Donoghue rides for Gavin Cromwell.

Le Coq Hardi – 10/3 – Betvictor: Won a maiden hurdle at Down Royal over 2m1f but struggled over 2m4f in a novice event here. Rachael Blackmore rides for Henry De Bromhead.

On The Steel – 10/1 – Unibet: Claimed victory in a soft-ground maiden hurdle at Ballinrobe but pulled up in a novice event at Killarney. Charlie O’Dwyer rides for Conor O’Dwyer.

Valsorpresa – 11/2 – Bet365: Performed poorly in a Listowel handicap over 2m4f and needs to bounce back over this shorter distance. Sam Ewing rides for Gordon Elliott.

Morning Soldier – 20/1 – Betvictor: Has shown ability but recent form has been disappointing. Jack Foley rides for Thomas Mullins.

Stenatee – 200/1 – Unibet: Former flat winner in France who has struggled over hurdles in the UK. Paddy Hanlon rides for John Joseph Hanlon.

Rockstown Girl – 9/4 – Bet365: Achieved a career-best win at Tipperary last time and looks strong coming into this race. James O’Sullivan rides for Anthony McCann.

Penny West – 100/30 – Betvictor: Nicely bred and making a debut at this level for W P Mullins. Brian Hayes rides.

Verdict

Rockstown Girl 9/4 – Bet365 stands out with her recent career-best performance at Tipperary. Le Coq Hardi 10/3 – Betvictor and If You Let Me 4/1 – Bet365 also have strong chances based on their previous wins.

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Roscommon 19:10

www.roscommonracecourse.ie Opportunity Maiden Hurdle

•  4yo, 19 Runners
•  Jumps,Turf , 1m 7f 142y , GOOD (Watering)
•  Winner £5,130, 2nd £1,652, 3rd £783, 4th £348, 5th £174, 6th £87

The Truant – 5/1 – Bet365: Triumphed at Sligo last month and nearly followed up with a win on the Flat recently. Ridden by Kevin Sexton for trainer Paul W Flynn.

Aussie Warrior – 5/1 – Unibet: Won his maiden here and finished a solid second at Tipperary last Thursday. Jockey J J Slevin rides for Thomas R Hughes.

Pidoyne – 20/1 – Betvictor: Scored a win at Tramore last year and was also second in a handicap here. Recent form was decent. Ethan O’Sullivan rides for Henry De Bromhead.

Baltinglass Hill – 9/2 – Bet365: Made a return to form with a win over C&D four weeks ago. Jockey Conor Owens rides for P J Rothwell.

Top Line Tommy – 33/1 – Unibet: His best form is on good ground but was well beaten last time despite suitable conditions. Mark McDonagh rides for E J O’Grady.

Verbal Sparring – 9/2 – Bet365: His breakthrough win had been anticipated and he delivered at Sligo with a bit in hand. Rachael Blackmore rides for Desmond McDonogh.

Slamadoor – 12/1 – Betvictor: Dual Flat winner up to 1m2f. Finished fifth in a recent maiden and now tries his hand at handicapping. Peter Smithers rides for Jarlath P Fahey.

Spick And Span – 20/1 – Betvictor: Finished down the field at Tipperary last Thursday, behind two of today’s rivals. Jockey Simon Torrens rides for Aidan Anthony Howard.

Dark Image – 12/1 – Bet365: Beat 15 rivals over C&D four weeks ago. A 5lb rise seems manageable. G B Noonan rides for Eoin Christopher McCarthy.

Gamigin – 16/1 – Unibet: Needs to rediscover the form of his placed effort at Leopardstown in March. Mr O McGill rides for Noel C Kelly.

L’Un Deux Trois – 25/1 – Betvictor: 0-7 over hurdles but has been performing well enough on the Flat to be worth a second look. Phillip Enright rides for Oliver McKiernan.

Magic Olinger – 16/1 – Bet365: Still a maiden after eight starts but has the ability to be competitive. Jack Kearney rides for Gerard Keane.

Let’s Avit – 40/1 – Unibet: Tailed off in his previous handicap and did no better in a maiden three weeks ago. E Walsh rides for Ciaran Murphy.

High Honour – 25/1 – Betvictor: Won for Godolphin and now makes his handicap debut over hurdles. John Shinnick rides for Donal Kinsella.

Someone’s Wish – 15/2 – Bet365: Close finishes in his last two outings, including behind Aussie Warrior at Tipperary. Sam Ewing rides for Gordon Elliott.

Shahbaz – 20/1 – Unibet: A flat winner in Britain but hard to recommend based on his hurdling performances. Keith Donoghue rides for Gavin Cromwell.

In For The Night – 14/1 – Betvictor: Reserve; has shown inconsistency but has threatened off a higher mark previously. Trained by Desmond McDonogh.

Arch Enemy – 12/1 – Bet365: Reserve; yet to win over hurdles but recent Flat form bodes well. Trained by Patrick Magee.

Helicon – 33/1 – Unibet: Reserve; finished well behind in his two handicap outings and needs to step up. P J O’Hanlon rides for Dermot A McLoughlin.

Verdict

Magic Olinger 16/1 – Bet365 is becoming expensive to follow but there were excuses last time. One more chance is given to this mare. The Truant 5/1 – Bet365 and Aussie Warrior 5/1 – Unibet also have strong claims based on their recent performances.

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Roscommon 19:45

Re/Max Team Earley Handicap Hurdle

•  4yo+, 19 Runners
•  Jumps,Turf , 1m 7f 204y , GOOD, Good to yielding in places
•  Winner £5,643, 2nd £1,817, 3rd £861, 4th £383, 5th £191, 6th £96

Cloughroe – 13/2 – Bet365: Finished second at Kilbeggan recently, needing to show more to win. Ridden by Jack G Gilligan for Paul John Gilligan.

Hurricane Honey – 16/1 – Betvictor: Has not shown much in recent outings, finishing well behind in a Kilbeggan maiden last time. Needs to improve under Sam Ewing for Gordon Elliott.

Evans Secret – 3/1 – Unibet: Had a tough race last time when finishing second at Ballinrobe. Philip Byrnes rides for Mark Michael McNiff, and they aim to go one better.

Cosmic Blizzard – 7/1 – Bet365: Below par over fences at Clonmel but has a lower rating over hurdles, which could be advantageous. Liam Quinlan rides for S Curling.

Make The Switch – 33/1 – Betvictor: Has struggled on the flat and over hurdles recently. Keith Donoghue rides for T G McCourt.

Arrycan – 8/1 – Unibet: Did not perform well over fences on return. Needs to improve in this sphere under Richard Deegan for Liam P Cusack.

Everystep Oftheway – 6/1 – Bet365: Finished fourth at Kilbeggan and aims to build on that under Phillip Enright for Oliver McKiernan.

Smitty Bacall – 33/1 – Betvictor: Veteran who has pulled up on his last two starts over hurdles and fences. Needs a revival under Darragh O’Keeffe for J P Flavin.

Sineads Fancy – 14/1 – Unibet: Third on handicap debut at Ballinrobe but needs to bounce back from a lesser effort there last time. Ridden by J J Slevin for Stephen Ryan.

Elegant Dan – 14/1 – Bet365: Was a decent third two starts ago and could be a contender if repeating that form under Sean Flanagan for David M O’Brien.

Mini Getaway – 12/1 – Betvictor: Fourth on handicap debut at Ballinrobe over 2m6f, might play a role over this trip under Charlie O’Dwyer for M M Lynch.

Bearwithmenow – 16/1 – Unibet: Decent effort at Ballinrobe but pulled up at Punchestown. Needs to find form under Hugh Morgan for J P Flavin.

Cafe Del Mar – Non-runner

Realta Geal – 50/1 – Bet365: Modest form when last seen, and hard to recommend after a long absence. Benjamin P Kennedy rides for Francis J Flood.

Whiskey Lady – 14/1 – Betvictor: Has shown glimpses of form in handicaps but well-held recently. Needs to bounce back under Daniel King for Gillian Scott.

Zingara Lass – 33/1 – Unibet: Finished 15 lengths behind in a recent handicap and needs significant improvement under Ricky Doyle for Miss Hilary McLoughlin.

Steps Match – 10/1 – Bet365: Won this race last year and has put in respectable efforts recently. Could be in the mix under Kieren Buckley for Michael Butler.

Klassman – 20/1 – Betvictor: Not shown much in four maiden hurdle runs but could improve in handicaps. Shane Fitzgerald rides for Shane Nolan.

Inthenickoftime – 16/1 – Unibet: Has shown glimpses of ability over 2m and now steps up significantly in trip. Watch the market for clues under E Bolger.

Verdict

Cosmic Blizzard has a lower hurdle rating and could capitalize on it. Evans Secret is another strong contender, while Everystep Oftheway could also be in the mix if improving from his recent run.

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Roscommon 20:18

Roscommon Herald Handicap Hurdle

•  4yo+, 19 Runners
•  Jumps,Turf , 3m 149y , GOOD, Good to yielding in places
•  Winner £5,387, 2nd £1,735, 3rd £822, 4th £365, 5th £183, 6th £91

Amanha – 5/2 – Bet365: Consistent performances in bumpers with a string of runner-up finishes. Trained by Dermot A McLoughlin, jockey Miss S Doyle will be looking to secure a win here.

Ballintemple Lady – 33/1 – Unibet: A daughter of a quality sire, with a decent damline. Trained by Andrew Slattery and ridden by Miss L Costello, she is worth watching in the market.

Caracci Queen – 66/1 – Betvictor: Showed little on her debut at Tramore, finishing well behind. Needs significant improvement under Miss T Quail for trainer S M O’Donoghue.

Dereks Dream – 33/1 – Unibet: Ran decently in previous bumpers but will need to find extra to be competitive. Miss S A Carter rides for Adrian Murray.

Hey Sunshine – 2/1 – Bet365: Comes from a strong yard and is expected to be a major player. Trained by W P Mullins and ridden by Miss J Townend.

Is She Now – 7/1 – Betvictor: Narrowly beaten on her debut in a Navan bumper. Returning now, she is expected to be competitive with Ms Laura Ward riding for V C Ward.

Jewel Of Windsor – 7/1 – Bet365: Showed promise with a third-place finish in a Musselburgh bumper. Needs to step up under Miss Georgie Benson for trainer Emmet Mullins.

Meitheal – 16/1 – Unibet: With a good pedigree, trained by John E & Thomas Kiely and ridden by Miss J Walton. Worth a market watch.

Olivine Queen – 25/1 – Betvictor: Two solid hurdle runs to her name. Ms J I Stokes rides for trainer N Stokes, and she might show improvement in this bumper.

Our June – 12/1 – Bet365: By a useful sire and debuting for Gordon Elliott, ridden by Ms Hannah Smullen. Worth monitoring.

Versace Twentyone – 20/1 – Unibet: Has shown some ability in six point-to-points but needs more on this rules debut. Miss Charlotte Butler rides for Gordon Elliott.

Whiskeyforluck – 66/1 – Betvictor: Two starts in bumpers with no notable performances. Best watched under Sarah Kavanagh for Eric Larkin.

Yeahgoonso Honey – 150/1 – Bet365: Pulled up in a point-to-point and well beaten in a bumper. Miss C F Macmahon rides for Mrs Grainne M O’Connor, but unlikely to feature.

Fool’s Errand – 33/1 – Unibet: Showed some promise on debut at Tramore. Miss A Hourigan rides for John Joseph Hanlon, and improvement is needed.

Former Flame – 17/2 – Betvictor: Second to a comfortable winner at Limerick. Should have improved from that run and is a player here with Miss E Cody riding for Liz Doyle.

Keep It Cool – 33/1 – Bet365: Second runner for the yard, trained by John Joseph Hanlon. Best watched unless supported in the market, with Ms T Kingsley riding.

The Diddler – 16/1 – Unibet: Better effort when third in a Punchestown maiden hurdle last time. Needs to improve but worth a reserve watch under Ms C J Worrell for P M Quinlan.

Verdict

A competitive field with some intriguing runners. Amanha has shown consistent form and looks ready to secure a win. Hey Sunshine from the powerful Mullins yard will be a major threat, while Former Flame could offer value with improvement likely.

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