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Tomorrow, September 4, 2025Flat7f

Verdict

MULLACASH BUZZ ran one of his best turf races for a while when second at Gowran Park in July and has previously shown his best form on the all-weather. He should be suited by this test and can capitalise on his basement mark, while Rock Etoile remains interesting at this level and could be the main danger if the market speaks in his favour. Punk Poet won this race in 2023 and finished third here last year and could well bounce back to form.

Mullacash Buzz
Rock Etoile
Punk Poet

Win or Each Way

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

6. Nibras Rainbow
J: G. F. CarrollT: Gavin Patrick Cromwell, Ireland
F: 40-059082
Price History:
-
Age:
5
Weight:
10-4
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
48
Days Since Last Run:
9
Verdict
Has tumbled down the weights but encouraging signs when finishing second of 15 in a handicap at Bellewstown (4/1) 9 days ago, running much better than on stable debut. Hasn't been with the excellent Gavin Cromwell yard long and could well take another step forward (cheekpieces now removed).
5. Distillate
J: Adam CaffreyT: Adrian McGuinness, Ireland
F: 83867543
Price History:
-
Age:
5
Weight:
10-9
Gear:
tongue strap
Official Rating:
53
Days Since Last Run:
9
Verdict
Bounced back to form last month, latest third of 15 in 7.9f handicap at Bellewstown (7/1) 9 days ago, running respectably after just a 2-day break. On a long losing run but should remain competitive off a career-low mark.
4. Punk Poet
J: Ben Martin CoenT: Edward Lynam, Ireland
F: 8-0730006
Price History:
-
Age:
8
Weight:
10-12
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
56
Days Since Last Run:
20
Verdict
Won this race in 2023 (also sent off favourite when third here this time last year). Below form of late but that's reflected in his mark and he should benefit from a return to this track. One to consider.
3. Roman Harry
J: C. T. KeaneT: Ms Claire O'Connell, Ireland
F: 52033948
Price History:
-
Age:
5
Weight:
10-13
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
57
Days Since Last Run:
9
Verdict
Struggled to land a telling blow having been held up when eighth of 15 in handicap at Bellewstown (5/1) 9 days ago but now returns to the scene of sole career win and no surprise to see him make more of an impact with Colin Keane retained in the saddle.
8. Mullacash Buzz
J: Jack ClearyT: Thomas Dowling, Ireland
F: 29206926
Price History:
-
Age:
7
Weight:
10-2
Gear:
tongue strap
Official Rating:
46
Days Since Last Run:
21
Verdict
Best turf effort for some while when second of 16 at Gowran Park in July. Not in same form on turf last time but has typically proven much better on all-weather than turf. Expected to be suited by this test and should run a big race off this sort of mark.
11. Chou Chou
J: ReserveT: Eamonn O'Connell, Ireland
F: 50801725
Price History:
-
Age:
4
Weight:
10-6
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
50
Days Since Last Run:
22
Verdict
One win from 24 Flat runs. Not disgraced when fifth of 16 in handicap (11/2) at Gowran (9.4f, good to firm) 22 days ago, left poorly placed. Back down in trip. Reserve 1.
1. Rock Etoile
J: J. CoenT: A. Slattery, Ireland
F: 120-00860
Price History:
-
Age:
7
Weight:
11-0
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
58
Days Since Last Run:
28
Verdict
Six-time winner who turned in best effort of the season when sixth of 12 in a handicap at Killarney (16/1) in July. Disappointed when 14th of 18 in a 7f handicap at Leopardstown (18/1) 28 days ago but isn't one to dismiss, especially if attracting support.
2. Cherry Pink
J: J. J. SlevinT: William Durkan, Ireland
F: 31326704
Price History:
-
Age:
5
Weight:
10-13
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
57
Days Since Last Run:
20
Verdict
Struggled in multiple recent starts before returning to form on second start for new connections when fourth of 14 in handicap at Dundalk (33/1) 20 days ago despite being caught further back than ideal. Visor removed today but will need to take another step forward to resume winning ways.
9. Jazz Dreamers
J: R. P. WhelanT: Seamus Fahey, Ireland
F: 0/08-38700
Price History:
-
Age:
7
Weight:
10-1
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
45
Days Since Last Run:
9
Verdict
Again disappointed when 11th of 15 at Bellewstown (14/1) 9 days ago, racing wide before weakening. Hard to fancy unless market hints at a revival.
12. Barretstown
J: ReserveT: Conor O'Dwyer, Ireland
F: 5214-7000
Price History:
-
Age:
7
Weight:
10-10
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
54
Days Since Last Run:
77
Verdict
Bit below form tenth of 16 in handicap at Leopardstown (9f, good to firm, 25/1) 77 days ago, weakening final 1f. Down in trip. Reserve 2.
13. Nika Pika
J: ReserveT: Noel C. Kelly, Ireland
F: 8-3809000
Price History:
-
Age:
4
Weight:
10-7
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
51
Days Since Last Run:
54
Verdict
One win from 25 Flat runs. 33/1, again showed little when twelfth of 14 in handicap at Dundalk (8f) 54 days ago. Reserve 3.
7. Saxon Kingdom
J: G. M. RyanT: Thomas Dowling, Ireland
F: 21034580
Price History:
-
Age:
4
Weight:
10-3
Gear:
tongue strap
Official Rating:
47
Days Since Last Run:
19
Verdict
Had some good summer form but followed a below-par run with an even worse one when finishing 20th of 21 in handicap at Curragh (18/1) 19 days ago. Blinkers removed and questions to answer now (yard also saddle Mullacash Buzz)
10. Shining Aitch
J: J. J. G. RyanT: T. G. McCourt, Ireland
F: 70-096090
Price History:
-
Age:
8
Weight:
9-13
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
43
Days Since Last Run:
71
Verdict
Shown poor form recently, finishing last of 13 in handicap at Naas (50/1) 71 days ago. Has not won in 17 consecutive races. Tongue strap and cheekpieces removed today but remains with plenty to prove.
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