Mullingar Race Fields - 31st Mar 2024

Such has been the impression created by LAHINCH DOLLY (trap 2), she is often backed blind and that may not be a bad approach to this contest. A solid performance is expected from Lorna (trap 6), but is she good enough to chin the selection? Minimum excuses will be entertained if Killiskey Lad (trap 1) doesn't get amongst them.

The odds of BAWN PROMISE (trap 2) are invariably kept on the short side given his ability within this grade and he has an excellent chance in this. Amandas Bay (trap 3) has quite a big army of fans and they'll no doubt stick around as she is a big player. Like A Biscuit (trap 1) has been dealt a fair hand but could be folding once the stakes are raised.

The bookies have been known to run for cover from punters' cash for SLIABH MOR (trap 1) and there may be no let up from the barrage today. Bective Ink (trap 5) would be handful to the selection and a few others if getting a fairly good start. The best form of Droopys Crisp (trap 4) is likely to be shown in due course but he merits respect.

HORSELEAP BETTY (trap 5) takes the eye here. Although needing to tread carefully through the opening metres, she should have too much speed for these. The cash is likely to be down on Bective Chief (trap 6) again and it could prove to be well placed if the selection slips up. Howsdoegan (trap 1) has a chance if avoiding the one or two obstacles standing in his way.

The chances of BLACK FUSILEER (trap 6) in this field pretty much leap off the page and his supporters are entitled to be hopeful of a return on any investment. Saunders Savanah (trap 1) is expected to be in the mix when it comes to the line and could provide the forecast. Leap Of Luck (trap 5) should feel more comfortable in this and can make a contribution.

OVER THE TOP (trap 6) possesses enough ability to be a major player at this level of competition and he can get the job done against these. Bective Ender (trap 4) has a strong allegiance of fans and they'll be hopeful of a solid effort. The SPs of Aughaboy Miss (trap 2) tell a story and she is unlikely to be friendless here either.

There's invariably plenty of interest in HAWKFIELD FERAL (trap 5) and she could again attract plenty of cash as this looks a fine opportunity. White Toe Butler (trap 4) can often attract the lion's share of the market and she looks the main danger. Lahinch Blaze (trap 6) regularly attracts a large share of the market and enters the reckoning.

TRUSH (trap 5) will be looking to show these who's the boss and she has the form in the book to suggest she is indeed the one to beat. It's opportunity knocks so far as Killeshil Lilac (trap 6) is concerned from this draw and she rates a threat. The market could suggest this will be tough for Drumroe Rocky (trap 4), but it may be mistaken.

BAWN SEEKER (trap 6) is expected to be the subject of all the pre-race hype and with a high degree of justification. If running up to his recent form, he should win. The money is quite often down on Knockmant Biker (trap 1), who looks the biggest danger. Punters will be anxious to include Dutch Pammi (trap 5) in forecast and tricasts.

BAWN HERO (trap 2) regularly comes in for significant demand and a similar scenario can be expected today as this is well within his compass. The chances of Phoenix Pearl (trap 1) rest on a clear run and the inside slot should help in that regard. Swift Hazed (trap 5) has a chance and will probably be popular in the ring once more.