Ballinrobe Race 8 - John Madden & Sons (Pro-Am) Flat Race
IRON SWORD (1) brings a fair pedigree and looks to be getting the hang of things with the more experience he has under his belt. Now sets the standard and should prove hard to beat. LE GRAND RETOUR (2) was a cheap purchase as a youngster. There are winners in the family and sire is going well at the moment. This isn't the deepest contest so deserves a market check. GAELIC SEER (5) is bred by Godolphin and there are many flat winners in her pedigree. Should have a future. Interesting on debut. WALKINEEZY (4) looked limited to date. Finds a more realistic assignment and is one for the future though could easily play a role here.
Jockey: Mr A P Ryan
Weight: 71kgs
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Third race start today. When well in the market at debut, 5th of 18 at Punchestown on June 6 over 3319m, 5.5 len behind Dee Bee Zed carrying 71.5kg at $4.30. Last start 3rd of 13 at Roscommon on August 4 over 3118m, 6 len behind Lola O C carrying 72kg at $3.50. Progressing well and could prove hard to beat.
Last Starts 39 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/13 | 04/08/2026 | 59 | FLAT 4 | $18,960.00 | Roscommon | 3118m | YS | A P Ryan | 72kg | 3:47.90 | - | 0 |
| 6.5L | $3.50 |
| 5/18 | 06/06/2026 | - | FLAT 4U | $18,960.00 | Punchestown | 3319m | GY | A P Ryan | 71.5kg | 3:59.10 | - | 0 |
| 5.5L | $4.33 |
Jockey: Mr H C Swan
Weight: 71kgs
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Four-year-old gelding (Goliath Du Berlais - Perlara) making his debut. Must be kept safe.
Jockey: Brian Barry
Weight: 71kgs
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Had two starts to date. At big odds at debut, ran last in a small field at Galway on August 2 over 3218m, 51 len behind Caislean Gear carrying 71.5kg at $29. Last start 6th of 11 at Kilbeggan on August 21 over 3218m, 25 len behind Hill Silver with 75kg at $67. Improvement to come and looks a good top-three prospect.
Last Starts 22 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/11 | 21/08/2026 | 19 | FLAT 4U | $18,960.00 | Kilbeggan | 3218m | GY | D Doyle | 75kg | 3:48.20 | - | 0 |
| 25.0L | $67.00 |
| 6/6 | 02/08/2026 | - | FLAT 4U | $30,420.00 | Galway | 3218m | Good | Harry Swan | 71.5kg | 3:35.30 | - | 0 |
| 51.8L | $29.00 |
Jockey: Mr J L Gleeson
Weight: 68kgs
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This Masar filly is a four-year-old having her first start. Should play a role in the finish.
Jockey: Miss L Costello
Weight: 68kgs
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Four-year-old filly by Vadamos out of Steel Lady who has taken a long time to make it to the track. Watch for any market moves.