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Dundalk 13:45

Race 1 Irish Stallion Farms EBF Maiden (7f)

19th Nov 25

Horse
Watch Tower
Jockey
Colin Keane
Trainer
G M Lyons
Kicking things off with Watch Tower, a 2-year-old colt prepped by the reputable G M Lyons and steered by the exceptional Colin Keane. With their maiden event set at Dundalk's all-weather track over 7 furlongs, the combination of Lyons’ solid training performance and Keane's awe-inspiring 33% win rate across the past two weeks could make for a promising debut. Despite having no notable strike rates recently, they're secured by Lyons' stable, hinting at potential unseen prowess. The current odds at 3.5 signal some confidence, but it remains a balanced risk at this maiden encounter. Next up, we have Cosmic Motion, sharing the same trainer as our top pick but paired with jockey James Ryan. There’s a stark contrast here as Ryan's recent outings haven't exactly set the world alight. Cosmic Motion’s experience is limited to just one outing, with no victories, therefore odds of 26 might be generous but also reflective of the uphill task he faces in this contest, especially given the modest 6% win rate for the trainer and jockey combo over recent races. Seoul Force, another 2-year-old colt trained by Mrs J Harrington and guided by Shane Foley, holds a price just shy of Watch Tower at 3.25. With an altogether different setup, Seoul Force emerges with a rating of 78, suggesting some confident expectations from their camp. Foley has a respectable win rate recently, and the smooth collaboration with Harrington under race conditions could spell success. However, with no victories yet over this distance, backing Seoul Force might come down to how much punters trust the jockey-trainer duo to unlock this colt's potential on race day. Watch Tower, in my book, leads the pack not just based on odds but also the promising dynamics from the Lyons-Keane duo. As the horses line up for the 13:45 at Dundalk, keep an eye on these debutants ready to make a statement. And remember, whether you’re here for the thrill of the race or just fancy a flutter, bet wisely and good luck!
Article prices indicative and correct at 3:15 am on 19th November 2025

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Course SR 19.13% (from last 601 races)

Course & Distance SR 20.00% (from last 140 races)

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