Galway Race Fields - 16th May 2024

PIERVIEW QUEEN (trap 6) can be first to clap eyes on the winning line here providing she is in there pitching as the contest really starts to unfold. Fast Fit Malachi (trap 1) is dangerous despite still adjusting to the track contours. Yetellmethat (trap 3) may not have been here long but has already taken the eye.

The podium possibilities for BADGERFORT DENIS (trap 4) are as clear as the nose on your face and he is expected to be heading the formation passing the line. Croaghill Amy (trap 1) has the ammunition to run a huge race and could hit the target if the pick messes up. Pauls Lily (trap 3) will be better for track experience but is not out of it by a long chalk.

The cash will be burning holes in many a punter's pocket as CRINKILL CHIEF (trap 4) looks to have this contest at his mercy and he could find it a stroll in the park. Bobtailbuttercup (trap 6) looks destined to have an influence on the outcome and could chase the pick home. The tricast could be completed by Break The Deal (trap 3) as she shouldn't be fazed by these.

CROAGHILL ARCHIE (trap 3) looks pretty good in this line-up. With an uninterrupted passage around the early bends, he can be first to break the tape. Burkos Mojo (trap 6) is still picking up experience of the track but is capable of giving the selection a race. Crinkill Noel (trap 4) is a newish face to the track capable of getting involved.

There'll be few more popular choices at the meeting than BRILLIANT NEWS (trap 6) as he should simply leave these opponents toiling in his wake. You'd probably need a hammer to knock Glasheen Razor (trap 4) out of the frame and he is the forecast link. Balrobuck Shadow (trap 3) is not without a chance so shouldn't be underestimated.

SHANAKYLE SALLY (trap 1) has solid credentials for this contest and she is where many votes will be cast. Providing she avoids mishaps, she can prove too good. Bumblebee Hayley (trap 4) may hold a few aces but the selection is equipped with better cards to trump them. Nannys Star (trap 2) is on the shortlist and shouldn't be far away when it matters.

After much deliberating over this contest, the vote eventually went to FIVE ALLEY DUKE (trap 3), on the basis that he can prevail with a degree of luck. Hollywell Goose (trap 4) is capable at this mode of operations and she can keep the selection up to their work. Recent addition to the track Beebees Dream (trap 5) makes tricast appeal.