17:30 Dundalk
Friday 22 December 2017
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Crowne Plaza Race & Stay Apprentice Rated Race
- 3YO plus  |  1m  |  Standard  |  13 Runners  |  Polytrack  |   Weighed In
- Off time: 17:31Â Â |Â Â Winning time: 1m 38.55s
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Horse A-Z
Show odds
Successful in this contest last year, but has been running without success over hurdles since then. Looks to have plenty to do following a break.
First run since joining this stable from Ralph Beckett in England saw him land a 1m2½f handicap at this track under this jockey. Drops in distance, but has to be respected.
In good form with two 7f wins at this track in last three starts, the latest in handicap company in first-time cheekpieces. Up 5lb and has to cope with rise in trip, but pedigree suggests it will suit.
Successful over C&D on his last two starts. In great heart and looks sure to make a bold bid for the hat-trick.
Has been a revelation since joining current stable, winning his last three starts over C&D. There may be more to come from this progressive type.
Winner over 7f at Laytown in September and has run with credit in four subsequent outings, including when second to Invincible Ryker at this track. Stamina to prove on this step up in distance.
Won on his first two starts in England for James Tate, but has been well held on his two outings at this track for new connections. Plenty to prove against one or two in-form rivals.
Won once on turf when trained by George Baker in England, having started his racing career in Ireland. Returns to the Irish scene on the back of three below-par efforts.
Not beaten far when third to Invincible Ryker and Rivellino over 7f at this track last time. Chance on that form, but step up in trip not ideal.
Boasts winning form at this venue, but has not been at his best since last successful around this time, last year. Signs of a revival in recent starts.
Won a C&D claimer three starts ago and has performed with credit in two subsequent runs. Dangerous to dismiss at a venue he clearly relishes.
Winner over 6f at this track last year, but that remains her only success. Steps up to 1m with plenty to prove, so others appeal more.
On quite a long, losing streak but generally goes well at this venue. Nothing more than an each-way squeak if getting a run.
Non-Runners
4
(3)
Red Avenger28
Weight: 9-9|Â Â Age: 7
T: D English  J: S M Mooney
NR
13
(8)
Mcguigan75
Weight: 9-1|Â Â Age: 5
T: J S Bolger  J: G M Ryan
NR
16
Six Silver Lane14
Weight: 9-1|Â Â Age: 9
T: J Feane  J: Reserve 2
NR
17
Chunkyfunkymonkey114
Weight: 9-0|Â Â Age: 3
T: Peter Fahey  J: Reserve 3
NR
Forecasts
Invincible Ryker (3/1), Settle For Bay (10/3), Koybig (7/2), Rivellino (8/1), Arbourfield (8/1), Ishebayorgrey (10/1), Six Silver Lane (11/1), Mcguigan (14/1), Gilded Reflection (16/1), Red Avenger (20/1), Chunkyfunkymonkey (20/1), Alcatraz (22/1), Reckless Lad (25/1), A Shin Impala (25/1), Poetic Choice (33/1), Meetyouatthemoon (50/1), Ocean Air (66/1)
Quite a hot race for its type and the ones to make most appeal are the in-form Settle For Bay and KOYBIG. The latter is improving and clearly loves the challenge of C&D. The dangers are headed by Invincible Ryker, while Gilded Reflection, Arbourfield, Reckless Lad and Rivellino are also respected.
- Koybig
- Settle For Bay
- Invincible Ryker
Prize Money
1st: €7,392.002nd: €2,292.003rd: €1,092.004th: €493.005th: €192.00
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