Downpatrick Race 7 - Alan Dunlop, 90th Birthday Flat Race
CULLDOO (5) failed to justify favouritism here on racecourse debut in May (3600m) though wasn't without hope finishing 6L down in third. From the Willie Mullins yard and every reason to expect a better performance this time. LOVES A LAUGH (6) made a pleasing start when third also at this venue over 3800m four weeks ago. Key contender. TOMMY'S TICKET (3) improved from the first up outing when third at Ballinrobe (3100m) last time. Hood worn there is dispensed with. Can continue progression. MARTYMILL (2) has abundant experience. Placed in just one of his five outings though ran well when sixth at Galway recently. A win wouldn't be a major shock.
Jockey: Mr B M Coonan
Weight: 76kgs
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Seven-year-old gelding (Green Moon - Wild Brumby) at the races for the first time. Watch for any market moves.
Jockey: Miss A B O'Connor
Weight: 76kgs
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At the latest run 6th of 16 at Galway on July 30 over 3621m, 17 len behind Run Ted Run carrying 76kg at $15. The run before that 2nd of 10 at Listowel on June 1 over 4023m, 2.75 len behind Thelittleballerina with 73kg at $19. Best form stacks up nicely and deserves another chance.
Last Starts 10 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/16 | 30/07/2026 | 59 | FLAT 4U | $29,300.00 | Galway | 3621m | Good | Aine O'connor | 76kg | 4:18.80 | - | 0 |
| 17.5L | $15.00 |
| 2/10 | 01/06/2026 | 18 | FLAT 4U | $20,680.00 | Listowel | 4023m | Y | Aine O'connor | 73kg | 5:08.40 | - | 0 |
| 2.8L | $19.00 |
| 6/10 | 14/05/2026 | 120 | FLAT 4U | $18,960.00 | Clonmel | 3319m | GY | Aine O'connor | 76kg | 4:02.40 | - | 0 |
| 22.8L | $3.75 |
| 6/9 | 14/01/2026 | 45 | FLAT 4U | $18,910.00 | Fairyhouse | 3218m | Y | Aine O'connor | 76kg | 4:14.30 | - | 0 |
| 27.0L | $19.00 |
| 4/14 | 30/11/2025 | - | FLAT 4 | $18,910.00 | Fairyhouse | 3218m | YS | Eoghan Finegan | 71kg | 4:01.20 | - | 0 |
| 7.8L | $151.00 |
Jockey: Mr J Dunne
Weight: 76kgs
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Raced two times to date. At debut, 6th of 14 at Kilbeggan on June 15 over 3218m, 6 len behind Johnny Rambo with 73kg at $10. Second-up 3rd of 13 at Ballinrobe on July 21 over 3118m, 6 len behind Ealu Tapa carrying 73kg at $7. Further improvement likely; must be respected.
Last Starts 19 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 | 21/07/2026 | 36 | FLAT 4U | $18,960.00 | Ballinrobe | 3118m | Good | J Dunne | 73kg | 3:45.90 | - | 0 |
| 6.8L | $7.00 |
| 6/14 | 15/06/2026 | - | FLAT 4U | $18,960.00 | Kilbeggan | 3218m | GY | J Dunne | 73kg | 3:34.80 | - | 0 |
| 6.8L | $10.00 |
Jockey: Mr H C Swan
Weight: 76kgs
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Back from a long spell. Only had one start last campaign didn't finish the race at Ballycrystal P2p December 7 over 4828m. When resuming last campaign didn't finish the race at Toomebridge P2p May 3 2025 over 4828m. Assuming he is back on track this prep so worth considering.
Last Starts 245 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99/11 | 07/12/2025 | 218 | P2P MDN G 4 | $0.00 | Ballycrystal P2p | 4828m | Soft | D Higgins | 57.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 99.0L | $1.00 |
| 99/7 | 03/05/2025 | - | P2P MDN 4 | $0.00 | Toomebridge P2p | 4828m | Good | J W Hendrick | 60kg | - | - | 0 |
| 99.0L | $1.00 |
Jockey: Mr P W Mullins
Weight: 71.5kgs
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Resumes from a spell after only one run when 3rd of 9 at this track on May 8 over 3621m, 6 len behind Coco's Legacy with 72kg at $2.50. This is an ideal race to kick off. Rates highly and can break through.
Last Starts 93 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/9 | 08/05/2026 | - | FLAT M 4U | $18,960.00 | Downpatrick | 3621m | Good | P W Mullins | 72kg | 4:20.10 | - | 0 |
| 6.3L | $2.50 |
Jockey: Miss H Ross
Weight: 71.5kgs
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Jumped at long odds at debut, 3rd of 10 at this track on July 14 over 3822m, 6 len behind Its Time For A Run carrying 68kg at $26. Might find this line-up too tough.
Last Starts 26 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/10 | 14/07/2026 | - | FLAT 4U | $18,960.00 | Downpatrick | 3822m | Good | H Ross | 68kg | 4:26.50 | - | 0 |
| 5.8L | $26.00 |