Naas Race 3 - Matchbook El Classico 100 Moneyback Special Irish EBF Maiden
CONFUCIUS (3) demonstrated plenty of ability despite racing green when placing a close second over 1005m at The Curragh on debut. Taken to register his first victory. BULL SHARK (2) placed third both previous starts including suffering a 7.75L defeat over 1207m at The Curragh. Expected to play a role. Unraced No Nay Never filly LUCA BRILLANTE (7) is a half-sister to a couple of multiple winners in Nation's Call and Man Of Worth. Rates highly providing her first attempt. TWO BRIGADE (6) missed the start trailing home 28L last of eight in a 1005m maiden at The Curragh on debut. Better expected on this occasion.
Jockey: James Ryan
Weight: 60.5kgs
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First-starter by Kodiac out of Midsummer Breeze. Hard to recommend without a market push.
Jockey: Donagh O'Connor
Weight: 60.5kgs
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Having third race start. At debut, 3rd of 7 at Curragh on March 15 over 1005m, on rain affected going; 3.5 len behind Ruler's Control with 60.5kg at $7. Last start 3rd of 7 at Curragh on April 19 over 1207m, on a slow track; 7 len behind Great Barrier Reef carrying 60.5kg at $4. Coming along nicely and is one of the main chances.
Last Starts 20 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/7 | 19/04/2026 | 35 | MDN 2 | $39,520.00 | Curragh | 1207m | Soft | David Egan | 60.5kg | 1:18.39 | - | 6 |
| 7.8L | $4.00 |
| 3/7 | 15/03/2026 | - | MDN 2 | $38,920.00 | Curragh | 1005m | Heavy | Rowan Scott | 60.5kg | 1:06.50 | - | 2 |
| 3.5L | $7.00 |
Jockey: Wayne Lordan
Weight: 60.5kgs
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Was well-supported at debut, 2nd of 8 at Curragh on April 3 over 1005m, nose behind Lars Soldier with 60.5kg at $2.30. Should take the next step today and is among the leading contenders.
Last Starts 36 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/8 | 03/04/2026 | - | MDN 2 | $53,890.00 | Curragh | 1005m | SH | Ryan Moore | 60.5kg | 1:05.11 | - | 6 |
| 0.1L | $2.25 |
Jockey: Billy Lee
Weight: 60.5kgs
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First-starter by The Irish Rover out of Sweetest Taboo. Should kick off on the right note.
Jockey: Colin Keane
Weight: 60.5kgs
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Two-year-old colt who is first starter by Sioux Nation out of All Time High. Expected to run well.
Jockey: Jamie Powell
Weight: 60.5kgs
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At debut, ran last of 8 at Curragh on April 3 over 1005m, 28 len behind Lars Soldier with 60.5kg at $13. Others look better prospects.
Last Starts 36 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/8 | 03/04/2026 | - | MDN 2 | $53,890.00 | Curragh | 1005m | SH | Leigh Roche | 60.5kg | 1:05.11 | - | 4 |
| 28.0L | $13.00 |
Jockey: Chris Hayes
Weight: 58kgs
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First-starter by No Nay Never out of Making Light. Market watch advised.