Naas Race 1 - Matchbook Exchange Irish Ebf Mdn
MAN'S BEST FRIEND (4) represents leading connections and a top stable. Missed the frame when fourth contesting a maiden at The Curragh providing first career appearance. Anticipated to be thereabouts. NEW BOND STREET (16) finished fifth on sole career outing in a maiden at Cork a month ago. Improvement expected racing second-up. ILE DE FRANCE (3) is the pick of the debutants and a stablemate to the top pick. Bred by Gun Runner out of two-time G1 winner Campanelle. Worth giving serious consideration. ANGLESEA BRIDGE (1) needs to offer more on second attempt after finishing fifth debuting at Fairyhouse three weeks ago.
Jockey: Colin Keane
Weight: 60.5kgs
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At debut, 5th of 8 at Fairyhouse on July 1 over 1207m, 5.5 len behind Alwaysanangel carrying 57kg at $7.50. Progressive type who can improve sharply.
Last Starts 21 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/8 | 01/07/2026 | - | 2 | $43,080.00 | Fairyhouse | 1207m | Good | Colin Keane | 57kg | 1:13.33 | - | 2 |
| 5.5L | $7.50 |
Jockey: Luke Mcateer
Weight: 60.5kgs
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First-starter by Ardad out of Max's Dandy. Hard to recommend without a market push.
Jockey: J Cleary
Weight: 60.5kgs
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Two-year-old colt by Gun Runner out of Campanelle having his first start. Looks ready to make a bright start.
Jockey: Wayne Lordan
Weight: 60.5kgs
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At debut, 4th of 12 at Curragh on June 26 over 1207m, 4.5 len behind Abraham Lincoln with 58kg at $19. Better for that run and can go on with it.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/12 | 26/06/2026 | - | MDN 2 | $43,080.00 | Curragh | 1207m | Good | Jack Cleary | 58kg | 1:13.39 | - | 11 |
| 4.3L | $19.00 |
Jockey: Dylan Browne Mcmonagle
Weight: 60.5kgs
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First-starter by Golden Pal out of Tulsa. Profiles well and worth watching for any market moves.
Jockey: Shane Foley
Weight: 60.5kgs
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Was at big odds at debut, ran last of 8 at Fairyhouse on July 8 over 1207m, 17 len behind Nail House carrying 59.5kg at $41. Can't enthuse.
Last Starts 14 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 | 08/07/2026 | - | MDN 2 | $39,440.00 | Fairyhouse | 1207m | Good | Ben Coen | 59.5kg | 1:14.09 | - | 7 |
| 17.5L | $41.00 |
Jockey: Declan Mcdonogh
Weight: 60.5kgs
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Two-year-old colt by Starspangledbanner out of Albemarle having his first start. Must be kept safe.
Jockey: Andrew Slattery
Weight: 60.5kgs
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Resuming after a break; only one run when ran second last of 10 at Cork on May 3 over 1005m, slow going 17 len behind Edward Thatch with 60.5kg at $11. Wait until he shows something.
Last Starts 80 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 | 03/05/2026 | - | SELL MDN 2 | $44,140.00 | Cork | 1005m | Soft | Andrew Slattery | 60.5kg | 1:03.20 | - | 10 |
| 17.0L | $11.00 |
Jockey: Diego Lima
Weight: 60.5kgs
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First-starter by Territories out of Eleanor D. Watch for any market moves.
Jockey: Ben Coen
Weight: 60.5kgs
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Jumped at a huge quote at debut, 9th of 12 at Curragh on June 26 over 1207m, 8 len behind Abraham Lincoln with 60.5kg at $101. Better for that run but may need more time.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/12 | 26/06/2026 | - | MDN 2 | $43,080.00 | Curragh | 1207m | Good | Ben Coen | 60.5kg | 1:13.39 | - | 10 |
| 8.8L | $101.00 |
Jockey: Robert Whearty
Weight: 60.5kgs
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Was as a despised roughie at debut, 15th of 17 at Navan on July 11 over 1207m, 15 len behind Shesthedevil carrying 56.5kg at $51. Doubt he will trouble these.
Last Starts 11 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15/17 | 11/07/2026 | - | SELL MDN 2 | $43,080.00 | Navan | 1207m | Good | Robert Whearty | 56.5kg | 1:11.10 | - | 14 |
| 15.3L | $51.00 |
Jockey: Chris Hayes
Weight: 60.5kgs
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First-starter by No Nay Never out of Big Brothers Pride. Likely to be better for this experience.
Jockey: Rory Cleary
Weight: 58kgs
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Was at big odds at debut, ran last of 8 at this track on June 24 over 1005m, 15 len behind Brazilian Diva with 58kg at $41. Better for that run but happy enough to avoid.
Last Starts 28 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 | 24/06/2026 | - | MDN F 2 | $37,910.00 | Naas | 1005m | Good | Leigh Roche | 58kg | 0:59.29 | - | 9 |
| 15.5L | $41.00 |
Jockey: Gavin Ryan
Weight: 58kgs
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Having third race start. At debut, ran second last of 8 at Listowel on May 31 over 1307m, 18 len behind Beibhinn carrying 58kg at $9.50. Last start raced on the pace before fading 11th of 13 at Curragh on June 28 over 1408m, 16 len behind Alpha with 58kg at $201. Unlikely to trouble these.
Last Starts 24 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/13 | 28/06/2026 | 28 | MDN F 2 | $69,960.00 | Curragh | 1408m | Good | Andrew Slattery | 58kg | 1:23.91 | - | 6 |
| 16.5L | $201.00 |
| 7/8 | 31/05/2026 | - | MDN F 2 | $37,910.00 | Listowel | 1307m | Good | Seamie Heffernan | 58kg | 1:21.10 | - | 4 |
| 18.0L | $9.50 |
Jockey: Jamie Powell
Weight: 58kgs
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Lining up for just third start. At very big odds at debut, 8th of 10 at Leopardstown on June 4 over 1408m, 20 len behind Blonde Over Blue carrying 55kg at $81. Last start ran last of 13 at Curragh on June 28 over 1408m, 20 len behind Alpha carrying 58kg at $251. Unlikely to threaten.
Last Starts 24 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13/13 | 28/06/2026 | 24 | MDN F 2 | $69,960.00 | Curragh | 1408m | Good | Ben Coen | 58kg | 1:23.91 | - | 3 |
| 20.0L | $251.00 |
| 8/10 | 04/06/2026 | - | MDN F 2 | $37,910.00 | Leopardstown | 1408m | Good Soft | C Geerdharry | 55kg | 1:35.36 | - | 5 |
| 20.3L | $81.00 |
Jockey: Billy Lee
Weight: 58kgs
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Was well-supported at debut, 5th of 14 at Cork on June 14 over 1207m, 6 len behind Ballinea Star carrying 58kg at $1.50. Makes appeal.
Last Starts 38 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/14 | 14/06/2026 | - | MDN F 2 | $37,910.00 | Cork | 1207m | Good | W J Lee | 58kg | 1:13.38 | - | 12 |
| 6.5L | $1.50 |
Jockey: James Ryan
Weight: 58kgs
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Raced twice to date. At big odds at debut, ran last of 14 at Cork on June 14 over 1207m, 19 len behind Ballinea Star with 58kg at $34. Last start 6th of 9 at Fairyhouse on July 8 over 1207m, 12 len behind Livenka with 58kg at $126. Likely improver who can get off the mark this time.
Last Starts 14 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/9 | 08/07/2026 | 24 | MDN F 2 | $39,440.00 | Fairyhouse | 1207m | Good | James J G Ryan | 58kg | 1:13.05 | - | 5 |
| 12.5L | $126.00 |
| 14/14 | 14/06/2026 | - | MDN F 2 | $37,910.00 | Cork | 1207m | Good | James J G Ryan | 58kg | 1:13.38 | - | 13 |
| 19.3L | $34.00 |
Jockey: J M Sheridan
Weight: 58kgs
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First-starter by Dandy Man out of Picture Frame. Pay to keep an eye on market moves.