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Leopardstown 20:30

Race 7 Leopardstown Lady Riders Handicap (1m 4f)

16th May 25

Horse
Reaching High
Jockey
Miss J Townend
Trainer
W P Mullins
Welcome to the picturesque settings of Leopardstown for the 20:30 Lady Riders Handicap, stretching over 1m 4f. The ground is reported as Good-good to firm in places, setting the stage for an intriguing contest. Leading the field is 'Reaching High', trained by the seasoned W P Mullins with Miss J Townend taking the reins. At 4 years old, this gelding shows a live_price of 3.75, placing him in the value range. Despite a lack of recent racing stats in the last 30 days, Reaching High's broader performance includes a win from 8 starts over the last 720 days, suggesting potential yet to be fully unveiled. The horse-rider combination, showing a strike rate of 40% over the last 60 days, hints at a promising performance today. 'Rock Of Ireland', another strong contender from Alan McIntyre's stable, mounts a challenge with Miss G Benson as the jockey. This 4-year-old gelding participates under similar race conditions with a live_price of 3.75, mirroring the favourite in odds but not in experience, hinting at a potentially closely fought race. With zero races in the last 30 days, Rock Of Ireland will be looking to shake off any rustiness for a spot at the forefront today. Lastly, 'Raydamann', handled by G Elliott and ridden by Miss H M Smullen, enters with longer odds at 13, placing him in the value territory. At 4 years old and lightly raced over the recent months, the team hopes to leverage his sporadic but notable past performance for a strong showing. Among the notable mentions, is 'Genoah', presenting as an intriguing outsider with long odds at 26, captained by J Burke. This horse could spice up the betting slips if he brings his unseen A-game. In conclusion, 'Reaching High' looks poised for the win, but don't discount Rock Of Ireland, who could offer a compelling showdown. Either way, buckle up for what promises to be a captivating dash at Leopardstown. Best of luck with your bets, and remember, always wager responsibly!
Article prices indicative and correct at 5:11 pm on 16th May 2025

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Course SR 21.50% (from last 307 races)

Course & Distance SR 18.75% (from last 16 races)

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