Irish Race Preview: Top Contenders at Bellewstown
– With the summer in full swing, horse racing enthusiasts are gearing up for some exciting races at Bellewstown. Here’s a preview of the top contenders, their form, and odds.
Dual Bumper Winner: The One to Watch
13/8
Likely contender. Dual bumper winner who found improvement in this sphere when very good third of 18 in handicap at Galway (16.5f, good to soft, 4/1) 27 days ago. A smart horse to keep an eye on.
Course Winner: A Strong Challenger
20/1
Fairly useful on the Flat, poor on last Flat outing. Course winner. Respectable fifth of 11 in handicap hurdle at Ballinrobe (26f, good, 12/1) 15 days ago. A serious contender.
Other Contenders
- Cheekpieces on for the first time, below form eleventh of 19 in handicap hurdle (25/1) at Galway (22.5f, good to soft) 24 days ago. Back up in trip.
- Tongue strap on for the first time, very good third of 15 in handicap hurdle (7/1) at Galway (16.8f, good to soft) 24 days ago, finishing with running left. Warrants respect back on level.
- Latest win at Leopardstown in July. 20/1, bit below form fifth of 10 in handicap at Tramore (16f, good to soft) 10 days ago. Others more persuasive.
- Twenty runs since last win in 2021. 22/1, very good second of 9 in handicap at Tramore (16f, good to soft) 10 days ago, never nearer. Enters calculations.
- Smart winner at 22f over fences. Posted solid fourth when last seen on Flat at Killarney (16.8f) in May and is 1 lb lower now. One for the shortlist.
- C&C course winner (took this last year under the same rider). Respectable fourth of 11 in handicap (8/1) at Leopardstown (15f, good) 19 days ago. Blinkers on for the first time.
Pro Tips
Remember to check the going and weather conditions before making your final decisions. Also, consider backing each-way if your chosen horse is priced at 3/1 or longer.
Expert tip from 247sports.news
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Call to Action
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