Downpatrick

Tomorrow, September 19, 2025Hurdle2m1f

Verdict

ARCLAND has been a model of consistency for Gavin Cromwell with a recent runner-up finish on the Flat at Navan and previous solid hurdles form at this track. He's fancied to record a first win over hurdles. Must Meet Cecil posted his best handicap run of the season when third at Kilbeggan and could go well again in a change of headgear, while Mic Drop should appreciate this slightly longer trip having bounced back to form last time.

Arcland
Must Meet Cecil
Mic Drop

Win or Each Way

Each Way terms: 1/5 odds for first 3 places

1. Purse Price
J: Danny GilliganT: Ross O'Sullivan, Ireland
F: 5/918467-5
Price History:
-
Age:
8
Weight:
11-12
Gear:
tongue strap
Official Rating:
110
Days Since Last Run:
67
Verdict
Struggled for form in chases towards the end of last season for Gordon Elliott. Sold for 7,000 and was fifth of 7 in handicap chase at Downpatrick (6/1) on stable debut 67 days ago, probably needed the run. Could be more competitive back over hurdles.
2. Mic Drop
J: Sean FlanaganT: David M. O'Brien, Ireland
F: 94302-445
Price History:
-
Age:
6
Weight:
11-10
Gear:
tongue strap
Official Rating:
108
Days Since Last Run:
14
Verdict
Creditable second in a maiden hurdle last spring and bounced back to form when fifth of 11 in a handicap hurdle at Kilbeggan (16/1) 14 days ago, keeping on after being outpaced. Should appreciate the extra distance here.
3. Arcland
J: E. StaplesT: Gavin Patrick Cromwell, Ireland
F: F/8344-24
Price History:
-
Age:
9
Weight:
11-8
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
106
Days Since Last Run:
22
Verdict
Second on debut for current yard at this course and has been remarkably consistent across both codes since, including recent 2nd at Navan over 14f on the Flat. In fine heart and should give a good account back at this course.
4. Half A Chance
J: P. HanlonT: John Joseph Hanlon, Ireland
F: 81496-770
Price History:
-
Age:
6
Weight:
11-6
Gear:
cheekpieces
Official Rating:
104
Days Since Last Run:
47
Verdict
Won on hurdles debut at Limerick (soft) last season and has run respectably in handicap hurdles without threatening. Attracted support but below form when well held at Galway (16.7f, soft) 47 days ago. On a fair mark but remains to be seen if he gets the strong gallop he needs at this sort of trip.
5. Must Meet Cecil
J: Tiernan Power RocheT: Cian Michael Collins, Ireland
F: 82270363
Price History:
-
Age:
7
Weight:
11-6
Gear:
visor
Official Rating:
104
Days Since Last Run:
14
Verdict
Third of 11 in handicap hurdle at Kilbeggan (17/2) 14 days ago, putting up best handicap performance of the season. Claims if building on that effort in a change of headgear.
6. Wajaaha
J: A. McGuinnessT: P. J. McKenna, Ireland
F: P0-P72P44
Price History:
-
Age:
10
Weight:
11-4
Gear:
blinkers and tongue strap
Official Rating:
102
Days Since Last Run:
25
Verdict
Second in chase handicap at this course in July but poor recent form, 4th of 9 in chase here (10/1) 25 days ago. Back over hurdles with blinkers and tongue strap returning today but remains with plenty to prove.
7. No More Silver
J: J. W. KennedyT: Gordon Elliott, Ireland
F: 5840
Price History:
-
Age:
4
Weight:
11-0
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
100
Days Since Last Run:
59
Verdict
Best effort when fourth at Cork (16.9f) in a maiden but paid the price for again racing freely when 11th of 13 on qualifying run at Ballinrobe (9/2) 59 days ago. Now handicapping and chances will likely rest on how well she settles following a short break.
8. Montys Way
J: D. J. O'KeeffeT: George Stanley, Ireland
F: 90PPU/1P0-
Price History:
-
Age:
7
Weight:
10-11
Gear:
cheekpieces and tongue strap
Official Rating:
95
Days Since Last Run:
241
Verdict
Won at 40/1 in May 2024 but below form since, finished 12th of 16 in handicap hurdle at Down Royal (20/1) 241 days ago. Questions to answer following another absence.
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