INCHYDONEY

Gates Open: 12:30 pm
First Race: 2:30 pm
Admission Prices: €10
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Track Biography:

Clonakilty’s annual Point-to-Point races are held on historic Inchydoney Island on the lands of Leslie & Emily Beamish who kindly provide us with this fabulous venue.  Having started as a millennium project, the Clonakilty Point-to-Point meeting has grown beyond all expectations and is now regarded as one of the most outstanding meetings of its kind in Munster.

Since moving to our present location on Inchydoney Island, we have attracted even larger crowds from both near and far, which has helped even further in presenting Clonakilty as a wonderful place to visit and stay. This event is not only for horse enthusiasts, but has also proven to be a great family day out over the years.

We are very lucky to have a large committee of hard working volunteer racing enthusiasts, with each member being more dedicated than the next, under the stewardship of the Clerk of the Course.

Our Committee at Clonakilty Point to Point like to recognise and celebrate some unique achievements.  In the past we have done well with “Imperial Call”, “Newmill”,” Why So Mayo” and “Sir Frederick”.  We have also had a horse called “On the Fringe” which was bred locally by Pat Tobin who has created an incredible record by winning the Hunter Chases at Cheltenham, Aintree and Punchestown in 2015, repeating first again in 2016.  Horses rarely win at these three meetings, but his mother (Love & Porter) was sired by “Sheer Grit” and this fellow certainly has that.
 

Inchydoney Point-to-Point Races

Inchydoney,

Clonakillty,

Co. Cork

 

Contact Details

Padraig Ahern - 087 2377396

How To Get There

By Road

From the Bandon Road Roundabout at Cork take the N71 West for 46km until you arrive at Clonakilty.  At the Clonakilty Roundabout stay on the N71 and the course is well signposted along the road.

By Air

Cork Airport is only 50 minutes (49 kms) from Clonakilty
 

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A Day At The Races

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Facilities
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Food
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Amenities

Facilities

Our Point-to-Point is held on a Sunday each year and is the ideal day out for all the family, with free admission for children under 16.

We are delighted to be able to supply free parking, ideally located on the site. 

We also provide disabled parking close to the track with a good viewing point.

We provide portaloo facilities for all.

We also have catering and bar facilities.

Our course is located on top of a hill which allows spectators to have a clear view right around the track. The bookmakers are situated adjacent to the track, making it easy to bet without missing on the excitement of watching your favourite in full flight.

Food


In between races, spectators can avail of a variety of catering options provided.

Outside caterers provide tasty beef burgers, sausages, chips with tea, coffee and soft drinks on the day.

The venue lends itself very well to family picnics when the weather is favourable. Separate catering facilities are provided for sponsors and officials.

The Four Star Inchydoney Island Lodge & Spa is just a stone's throw from the racecourse, why not check out the Gulfstream Restaurant. Boosting panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean and Irish Coast, The Gulfstream Restaurant is the perfect post racing dinner spot !

Beverages

There are a choice of hot drinks on offer, from teas and coffees to soft drinks.

If you fancy something stronger, we also provide bar facilities for all our racegoers. 

The Four Star Inchydoney Island Lodge & Spa is just a stone's throw from the racecourse, why not check out the Dunes Pub & Bistro. The beautiful bar is the perfect place to celebrate your winnings or commiserate your loses.


 

faqs

Is there a dress code for point-to-points?

No, there is no official dress code but we advise race goers to stay warm and dry and dress according to the weather.

Yes, we allow dogs but would ask that they are kept on their leads at all times whilst at the track.

Yes, of course we welcome picnics for all the family to enjoy.

At our point-to-point, we are lucky to have wide open spaces for children to play in a safe environment.

No, we do not provide an ATM but we are only a very short drive from Clonakilty town which has plenty ATM facilities.

Amenities

Our Point-to-Point is held on a Sunday each year and is the ideal day out for all the family, with free admission for children under 16.

Clonakilty Point-to-Point is held on a beautiful scenic site at Inchydoney Island where race goers can get close to the action, while having the added attraction of overlooking Clonakilty Bay. 

The site is positioned on a hill, with the bookies situated adjacent to the track, making it easy to bet without missing out on the excitement of watching your favourite in full flight.

Inchydoney Island is situated just outside the colourful heritage town of Clonakilty and is surrounded by some of Ireland's most spectacular scenery.

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FRIENDS & COMMITTEE OF CLONAKILTY POINT TO POINT 4yo Maiden

Maiden Race For 4-Y-O

For Certified Hunters aged 4 years old only, maidens at starting, the property of subscribers to any Hunt in Ireland. Mares Allowed 5lbs.
(Prize Money €800: 1st €560, 2nd €160, 3rd €80)
Weights: 11st 11lbs About 3 Miles

No Form Horse Weight Owner Hunt/Handler DE
1 FAME VALLEY (IRE) (9yo B G)
FAME AND GLORY (GB) / MISS ISLAND (IRE) / DR MASSINI (IRE)		 11st 11lbs Richard Black
Colin Bowe		  
2 HACKSAW RIDGE (IRE) (9yo B G)
STOWAWAY (GB) / ERINS LASS (IRE) / ERINS ISLE (IRE)		 11st 11lbs Richard Black
Richard Black		  
3 FRENCH PARADOXE (FR) (9yo B G)
DAY FLIGHT (GB) / SCULTURE (FR) / SHAANMER (IRE)		 11st 11lbs Monbeg Syndicate
Donnchadh Doyle		  
4 KNIGHT ROCKER (IRE) (9yo B G)
CALIFET (FR) / KYLEBEG DANCER (IRE) / GENERAL MONASH (USA)		 11st 11lbs Monbeg Syndicate
Donnchadh Doyle		  
5 PASVOLSKY (IRE) (9yo CH G)
AIZAVOSKI (IRE) / SNOWLAW (IRE) / LUSO (GB)		 11st 11lbs Monbeg Syndicate
Donnchadh Doyle		  
6 PRESS YOUR LUCK (IRE) (9yo B G)
DOYEN (IRE) / MERRY GLADNESS (IRE) / KING'S RIDE (IRE)		 11st 11lbs Monbeg Syndicate
Donnchadh Doyle		  
7 STRAIGHT ACE (IRE) (9yo B G)
CALIFET (FR) / LUCKY HAND (IRE) / SHERNAZAR (IRE)		 11st 11lbs Monbeg Syndicate
Donnchadh Doyle		  
8 GALWAY KID (IRE) (9yo CH G)
SHOLOKHOV (IRE) / SHE'S MY AUNT (IRE) / BENEFICIAL (GB)		 11st 11lbs Derek Tobin
Michael Goff		  
9 RUSSIAN INVASION (IRE) (9yo B G)
AIZAVOSKI (IRE) / KERSO (IRE) / LUSO (GB)		 11st 11lbs Derek Tobin
Michael Goff		  
10 ALL THE FAME (IRE) (9yo B G)
FAME AND GLORY (GB) / ABHAINN RI (IRE) / SADDLERS' HALL (IRE)		 11st 11lbs Denis Paul Murphy
Denis Paul Murphy		  
11 LAW SCHOOL (IRE) (9yo B G)
COURT CAVE (IRE) / COLLEGE DAISY (IRE) / CITY HONOURS (USA)		 11st 11lbs Paul McKeon
Denis Paul Murphy		  
12 AHEAD OF SCHEDULE (IRE) (9yo CH G)
SHIROCCO (GER) / COLLEEN BAWN (FR) / COCKNEY REBEL (IRE)		 11st 11lbs Milestone Racing Partnership
Colin Bowe		  
13 COOL COUNTRY (IRE) (9yo B G)
DYLAN THOMAS (IRE) / MAE'S CHOICE (IRE) / PRESENTING (GB)		 11st 11lbs Monbeg Partnership
Sean Thomas Doyle		  
14 DON'T SAY NEVER (FR) (9yo B G)
NO RISK AT ALL (FR) / SLEEPING JANE (FR) / SLEEPING CAR (FR)		 11st 11lbs Catherine Holden
Ellmarie Holden		  
15 JUNIOR RATTLER (IRE) (9yo B G)
ARAKAN (USA) / MAXWELLS DEMON (IRE) / KING'S THEATRE (IRE)		 11st 11lbs John Edward Walsh
John Edward Walsh		  
16 UBETYA (IRE) (9yo B BR G)
LE FOU (IRE) / VALENTINA GAYE (IRE) / SNURGE (IRE)		 11st 11lbs Cobajay Syndicate
Aidan Fitzgerald		  

Preview

AHEAD OF SCHEDULE bounced back from a disappointing run at Oldcastle when a very respectable third in a competitive Loughanmore maiden just last Sunday. With plenty of form behind him, he sets a very solid benchmark. Pasvolsky was beaten by less than four lengths on his debut at Necarne and hails from another yard that is very much in form at present, whilst stablemates All The Fame and Law School may not be without hope following their respective debuts.

MCCARTHY GREEN BUILD CONSTRUCTION 5yo Geldings Maiden

Maiden Race For 5-Y-O Geldings

For Certified Hunters aged 5 years old, Geldings only, maidens at starting, the property of subscribers to any Hunt in Ireland.
(Prize Money €800: 1st €560, 2nd €160, 3rd €80)
Weights: 12st 2lbs About 3 Mile

No Form Horse Weight Owner Hunt/Handler DE
1 MICKEY CORBITT (IRE) (10yo B G)
MAHLER (GB) / RIVERSIDE LOUGH (IRE) / SADDLERS' HALL (IRE)		 12st 2lbs Tom Keating
Tom Keating		  
2 ROAD FRONTAGE (IRE) (10yo B G)
VINNIE ROE (IRE) / EADESTOWN LADY (IRE) / PRESENTING (GB)		 12st 2lbs Alexandra Hutter
Gordon Elliott		  
3 SHOULDN'T BE HERE (IRE) (10yo B G)
OSCAR (IRE) / INVER LEADER (IRE) / SUPREME LEADER (GB)		 12st 2lbs Tom Keating
Tom Keating		  
4 BAIGNARD (FR) (10yo GR G)
AL NAMIX (FR) / VIRGINIA RIVER (FR) / INDIAN RIVER (FR)		 12st 2lbs Denis Paul Murphy
Denis Paul Murphy		  
5 THE NEW KID (IRE) (10yo B G)
FLEMENSFIRTH (USA) / DONT ASK NOW (IRE) / KING'S THEATRE (IRE)		 11st 11lbs Denis Paul Murphy
Denis Paul Murphy		  
6 MASTERS VOICE (IRE) (10yo B G)
MILAN (GB) / AGLADORA (FR) / TAKE RISKS (FR)		 11st 11lbs P.G. Coffey
Denis Paul Murphy		  
7 YES DES TAILLONS (FR) (10yo GR G)
GRIS DE GRIS (IRE) / ENKELLIE ROYALE (FR) / MARTALINE (GB)		 11st 11lbs Alan Harte
Denis Paul Murphy		  
8 CLONDAW TONIC (IRE) (10yo B G)
JEREMY (USA) / REEVOLESA (IRE) / REVOQUE (IRE)		 11st 11lbs Caitriona Goff
Michael Goff		  
9 INTO THE WOODS (IRE) (10yo B G)
MILAN (GB) / WALL OF SILENCE (IRE) / LAHIB (USA)		 11st 11lbs Mrs T Hyde
T.E. Hyde		  
10 KILGOREY (IRE) (10yo CH G)
SHANTOU (USA) / TRALUIDE (FR) / TROPULAR (GB)		 11st 11lbs Edward J. Byrne
William P. Murphy		  
11 RED VITA (IRE) (10yo CH G)
VITA VENTURI (IRE) / ROSSGAVAND (IRE) / STRATEGIC CHOICE (USA)		 11st 11lbs Liam Sheahan
Michael G. Kennedy		  
12 ROCCO EXPRESS (GB) (10yo B G)
SHIROCCO (GER) / TAY JAY VAY (IRE) / ROBIN DES CHAMPS (FR)		 11st 11lbs John Paul Murphy
Richard Black		  
13 SHATTERED GLASS (IRE) (10yo B G)
SHOLOKHOV (IRE) / ANNS PRESENT (IRE) / PRESENTING (GB)		 12st 2lbs Monbeg Partnership
Sean Thomas Doyle		  
14 USURPER (IRE) (10yo B G)
FAME AND GLORY (GB) / NORA D (IRE) / REVOQUE (IRE)		 12st 2lbs Paul McKeon
Colin Bowe		  
15 WHAT A JEREMY (IRE) (10yo B G)
JEREMY (USA) / WHAT AN FLYER (IRE) / BROADWAY FLYER (USA)		 12st 2lbs Virginia Considine
Virginia Considine		  

Preview

USURPER got no further than the first fence at Loughanmore last Saturday and could be turned out quickly in search of compensation here. The Colin Bowe-trained son of Fame And Glory was a real eye-catcher at Oldcastle over Easter on his debut and will look to follow that up here. Into The Woods posted a career best at Bartlemy last time out which is encouraging, whilst Red Vita improved upon his Liscarroll debut when second at Dromahane last month.

CLONA DAIRIES Winner Of One

Winners Of One

For Certified Hunters aged 4 years old and upwards, the property of subscribers to any Hunt in Ireland, which have not won a race under the Rules of Racing or Steeplechasing in any Country and not more than one Point to Point Steeplechase of any description. No Penalties. Mares allowed 5lbs. 4-y-o Maidens Excluded.
(Prize Money €1750: 1st €1225, 2nd €350, 3rd €175)
Weights: 4yo 11st 11lbs 5yo 12st 2lbs About 3 Miles

No Form Horse Weight Owner Hunt/Handler DE
1 CARRIG HILL (IRE) (11yo B G)
MILAN (GB) / THREEQUARTER MOON (IRE) / PRESENTING (GB)		 12st 2lbs Eoin Seymour
Eoin Seymour		  
2 CLOUDYBACKWEST (IRE) (12yo GR G)
WESTERNER (GB) / PEARLSFORTHEGIRLS (GB) / CLOUDINGS (IRE)		 11st 11lbs Blue Diamond Syndicate
William P. Murphy		  
3 GETTING CLOSER (IRE) (10yo B G)
WINGED LOVE (IRE) / SIXOFONE (IRE) / TIKKANEN (USA)		 12st 2lbs James G. Sheehan
James G. Sheehan		  
4 IHAVENT A CLUE (IRE) (11yo B G)
ARAKAN (USA) / GARRAI ARD (IRE) / IDRIS (IRE)		 12st 2lbs Ashling Daly
Aidan Fitzgerald		  
5 POETIC PRESENCE (IRE) (14yo B M)
PRESENTING (GB) / JOHNSTON'S CREST (IRE) / BE MY NATIVE (USA)		 11st 11lbs Sam Curling
Sam Curling		  
6 PREMIER D'TROICE (FR) (10yo B G)
GREAT PRETENDER (IRE) / MICK BORA (FR) / VOIX DU NORD (FR)		 12st 2lbs Monbeg Syndicate
Donnchadh Doyle		  
7 RIVERS END (IRE) (11yo CH G)
WATAR (IRE) / CRANN RIVER (IRE) / OVER THE RIVER (FR)		 12st 2lbs Milestone Racing Partnership
Colin Bowe		  
8 ROYAL HASLAR (IRE) (16yo B G)
SPARTACUS (IRE) / KINGS BAY (GB) / BEVELED (USA)		 11st 11lbs Pat Power
Ms. Margaret Flynn		  
9 SUPER CITIZEN (GB) (10yo B G)
MULTIPLEX (GB) / KALLITHEA (IRE) / DR FONG (USA)		 11st 11lbs Mrs Alurie O'Sullivan
Eugene M. O'Sullivan		  

Preview

PREMIER DTroice made his first competitive appearance for nine months a winning one when staying on strongly in the closing stages to get off the mark at Loughrea just seven days ago. This could be a good opportunity for him to quickly double up. Tramore Hunter Chase runner-up Super Citizen could be the big danger having steeped up from his Dawstown success, whilst Rivers End made his first appearance for the Colin Bowe yard a winning one when getting his head in front at Necarne.

FERNHILL HOUSE HOTEL & GARDENS 5yo+ Mares Maiden

Maiden Race For 5-Y-O & Upwards Mares

For Certified Hunters aged 5 years old and upwards, Mares only, maidens at starting, the property of subscribers to any Hunt in Ireland.
(Prize Money €1750: 1st €1225, 2nd €350, 3rd €175)
Weights: 11st 11lbs About 3 Miles

No Form Horse Weight Owner Hunt/Handler DE
1 KATES LANE (IRE) (10yo B M)
SCORPION (IRE) / COPPER MAGIC (IRE) / ZAFFARAN (USA)		 11st 11lbs Milestone Racing Partnership
Colin Bowe		  
2 KILCONNY BRIDGE (IRE) (10yo B M)
STOWAWAY (GB) / WATTLE BRIDGE (IRE) / KING'S THEATRE (IRE)		 11st 11lbs Milestone Racing Partnership
Colin Bowe		  
3 BALLINAMONA FLYER (IRE) (11yo CH M)
MAHLER (GB) / REBEL FLYER (IRE) / PRESENTING (GB)		 11st 11lbs Patrick Hennessy
Colin Bowe		  
4 STOWAWAY SYMPHONY (IRE) (11yo CH M)
STOWAWAY (GB) / ANNILOGS SYMPHONY (IRE) / ACCORDION (IRE)		 11st 11lbs Carrigoona Syndicate
Colin Bowe		  
5 AFRICAN GLORY (IRE) (10yo B M)
FAME AND GLORY (GB) / AFRICAN MISS (IRE) / BENEFICIAL (GB)		 11st 11lbs Monbeg Partnership
Sean Thomas Doyle		  
6 HONEST TO GOODNESS (IRE) (13yo B M)
PAPAL BULL (GB) / SHEE'S SPEED (IRE) / MONASHEE MOUNTAIN (USA)		 11st 11lbs Christopher Buckley
Donncha Duggan		  
7 LADY ALKAA (IRE) (11yo B M)
ALKAADHEM (GB) / BURNT OIL BABE (IRE) / BENEFICIAL (GB)		 11st 6lbs William P. Murphy
William P. Murphy		  
8 LADY VELAZQUEZ (IRE) (12yo B M)
WINGED LOVE (IRE) / LEGAL ACTION (IRE) / SUPREME LEADER (GB)		 11st 6lbs Billy Loughnane
Ms. Margaret Flynn		  
9 MAMMOTH (IRE) (10yo B M)
COURT CAVE (IRE) / MOONEYS VALLEY (IRE) / DILSHAAN (GB)		 11st 11lbs John Paul Murphy
Richard Black		  
10 MOLL CARTY'S MARE (IRE) (12yo B M)
DUBAI DESTINATION (USA) / ON GOOD ADVISE (IRE) / TAIPAN (IRE)		 11st 6lbs Martin Paul Fitzgerald
Martin Paul Fitzgerald		  
11 QUEEN AMONG KINGS (IRE) (10yo B M)
SANS FRONTIERES (IRE) / MISS LEGEND (IRE) / LEND A HAND (GB)		 11st 11lbs Josephine King
John James King		  
12 STAR STATUS (IRE) (10yo B M)
ARAKAN (USA) / SITGES (IRE) / BOB BACK (USA)		 11st 11lbs Cobajay Syndicate
Aidan Fitzgerald		  

Preview

Colin Bowe has enjoyed particular success within the mares division this season and his hold four possible entries in this, of which BALLINAMONA FLYER offers the strongest form having finished third against geldings at Stowlin recently and could be seen to good effect here back against her own sex. Newcomers Mammoth, African Glory and Stowaway Symphony all hail from respected yard and would therefore enter the equation, whilst Honest To Goodness has served her connections well and would not be winning out of turn.

CLONAKILTY BLACK PUDDING Open

Open Lightweight Race

For Certified Hunters aged 4 years old and upwards, the property of subscribers to any Hunt in Ireland. No Penalties. Mares allowed 5lbs. 4-y-o Maidens excluded.
(Prize Money €1950: 1st €1365, 2nd €390, 3rd €195)
Weights: 4yo 11st 11lbs 5yo 12st 2lbs About 3 Miles

No Form Horse Weight Owner Hunt/Handler DE
1 LONGHOUSE MUSIC (GB) (15yo B M)
GAMUT (IRE) / SOFT SKIN (IRE) / RUDIMENTARY (USA)		 11st 11lbs John Duggan
Sam Curling		  
2 SOME ARE LUCKY (IRE) (13yo B G)
GOLD WELL (GB) / FOREIGN ESTATES (IRE) / BE MY NATIVE (USA)		 12st 2lbs Gerard Anthony Spain
Sam Curling		  
3 SOUND MONEY (GB) (12yo B G)
ZAMINDAR (USA) / ALPENSINFONIE (IRE) / MONTJEU (IRE)		 12st 2lbs Margaret O'Meara
Rory O'Meara		  
4 SAMANNTOM (IRE) (16yo CH G)
PORTRAIT GALLERY (IRE) / NATIVE OCEAN (IRE) / BE MY NATIVE (USA)		 11st 11lbs Mary Doyle
P.M.J. Doyle		  
5 SYDNEY PAGET (IRE) (17yo B G)
FLEMENSFIRTH (USA) / SHUIL AOIBHINN (IRE) / PHARDANTE (FR)		 11st 11lbs Roger O'Byrne
P.M.J. Doyle		  
6 DRAWN N DRANK (IRE) (18yo CH G)
SNURGE (IRE) / DOLLDYEDEE (IRE) / TORUS (GB)		 11st 11lbs Irene T. Walsh
Eugene M. O'Sullivan		  
7 EMPRESARIO (IRE) (15yo CH G)
HURRICANE RUN (IRE) / LA STRAVAGANZA (USA) / RAINBOW QUEST (USA)		 11st 11lbs Edward F. Power
Edward F. Power		  
8 KRUZHLININ (GER) (17yo CH G)
SHOLOKHOV (IRE) / KARUMA (GER) / SURUMU (GER)		 11st 11lbs Camilla Sharples
Gordon Elliott		  
9 NOAH WEBSTER (IRE) (15yo B G)
GALILEO (IRE) / MATIKANEHANAFUBUKI (IRE) / CAERLEON (USA)		 11st 11lbs Patrick O. Duggan
Eoin Doyle		  

Preview

KRUZHLININ was back to his best last weekend, winning two races within 24 hours, including impressively defeating a very competitive line-up at Loughanmore on Saturday and he could face another quality line-up here. Sydney Paget got the better of Longhouse Music when that pair met in a Ladies Open in Quakerstown, with Samanntom, Sound Money and Some Are Lucky others to have won opens in recent weeks.

SPRINGMOUNT STUD 6yo+ Geldings Maiden

Maiden Race For 6-Y-O & Upwards Geldings

For Certified Hunters aged 6 years old and upwards, Geldings only, maidens at starting, the property of subscribers to any Hunt in Ireland.
(Prize Money €1750: 1st €1225, 2nd €350, 3rd €175)
Weights: 12st 2lbs About 3 Miles

No Form Horse Weight Owner Hunt/Handler DE
1 ARCH CHANCELOR (IRE) (14yo B G)
PRINCE ARCH (USA) / SWAN BRIDGE (IRE) / SUPREME LEADER (GB)		 12st 2lbs S.G. Walsh
S.G. Walsh		  
2 BUNNINADDEN (IRE) (12yo B G)
PAPAL BULL (GB) / TARADIYA (IRE) / DANEHILL (USA)		 12st 2lbs William P. Murphy
William P. Murphy		  
3 DREAM CAPTAIN (IRE) (11yo B G)
DOYEN (IRE) / DOLLY DREAMS (IRE) / PHARDANTE (FR)		 12st 2lbs Louis Dunne
Louis Dunne		  
4 GREENWAY MACHINE (IRE) (12yo B G)
ROBIN DES PRES (FR) / GO FOR GROGAN (IRE) / DIGAMIST (USA)		 12st 2lbs Robert Moloney
Robert Moloney		  
5 JIMMYS DELIGHT (IRE) (13yo B G)
MARIENBARD (IRE) / INDESHA (FR) / TOP VILLE (IRE)		 11st 11lbs Pat Power
Ms. Margaret Flynn		  
6 MR DUDE (IRE) (12yo B G)
OSCAR (IRE) / BALLYMAGUIRELASS (IRE) / PHARDANTE (FR)		 11st 11lbs Aine Dagg
John Dagg		  
7 SO WINNER (FR) (11yo B G)
RACINGER (FR) / SONIGHT (FR) / LESOTHO (USA)		 12st 2lbs Baltimore Stables Syndicate
Mary E. Doyle		  
8 TA SE RUA (GB) (11yo CH G)
FLYING LEGEND (USA) / FLEET FOOTED (GB) / FLEETWOOD (IRE)		 12st 2lbs P.J. Healy United Hunt (F)
P.J. Healy		  
9 VERMOUT FOUGERAY (FR) (15yo B G)
VISIONARY (FR) / ILE AU TRESOR (FR) / GRAND TRESOR (FR)		 11st 11lbs R.B. Tyner
R.B. Tyner		  

Preview

VERMOUT FOUGERAY looked destined to win this race 12 months only to cruelly part company with his rider and handler at the final fence with victory within his grasp. Lightly raced since then, he improved signifcnatly for his re-appearance run last season, and should do so once again this year having finished tailed off at Dawstown earlier in the month. Bunninadden would have claims if at his best, Arch Chancellor ran with respect at Monksgrange last month, whilst So Winner is closely related to the 2005 Cheltenham Foxhunters winner Sleeping Night. He makes his debut for a yard that would rarely have runners in these races and is certainly worth a second look as a result.
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