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Navan 18:40

Race 6 Navan Handicap (1m 20y)

2nd Sept 26

Horse
Moyassr
Jockey
Sam Coen
Trainer
A McGuinness
Starting off our analysis for the 18:40 race at Navan, Moyassr, a 5-year-old gelding, certainly catches the eye with a strong backing from the stables of A McGuinness. While his recent form isn't dazzling (no wins in the last 30 days), his past performance over this distance, with 4 wins across 10 starts, makes him an appealing candidate. The jockey Sam Coen's recent form adds to the optimism, bringing home 4 wins in 14 starts, hinting at a solid understanding of how to handle this course. With these odds, Moyassr seems set for a promising run, albeit against a competitive field. Moving on, Thompson Gunner, another 5-year-old gelding, has Colin Keane in the saddle – a factor that could never be ignored given Keane's stellar reputation. Trained by Cian Hughes, Thompson hasn't shown any significant moves on the track recently, but his long-term distance form with a single win across 8 starts hints at potential yet to be fully tapped. His training regime seems steady, though not exceptional, which could mean he's due for a breakthrough or could remain steady in his performances. Our third contender, Make The Tide, brings a slightly different profile to the mix. At just 3 years old and with Billy Lee guiding him, this filly could be considered a wildcard. Trained by W McCreery, her form is unremarkable with no wins in the last 180 days. However, her youth suggests room for improvement and unpredictability, which can sometimes play in favor of those willing to take a risk on underdogs. Her odds suggest she's a long shot, but surprises are not uncommon in racing. While these three lead our focus, Hastily at the very long odds could be an intriguing punt for those looking for a high-risk, high-reward bet. Despite lackluster form and a general low strike rate, racing can always surprise us. Finally, the attention firmly remains on Moyassr as our predicted winner for this face-off at Navan. He's combining solid distance success and savvy jockeyship, making him the one to watch this evening. Best of luck to all punters, and remember to bet responsibly!
Article prices indicative and correct at 3:20 am on 2nd September 2026

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Course SR 18.97% (from last 311 races)

Course & Distance SR 19.05% (from last 21 races)

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