Youghal Race Fields - 11th Jan 2025

The formbook points to KERRYROAD MARY (trap 1) giving a solid account against these rivals and many will join in with her bid for victory. There's not much in weighing up the pros and cons of Renata (trap 4), who can be dangerous. Witches Aswan (trap 3) shouldn't be a stranger against these and has a squeak.

The odds on reward for DOWER STAR (trap 5) tend to be skinny for a reason and she has another ace opportunity to put the opposition in the shade. Drained (trap 6) won't find this a penalty kick but may still be on target if the selection mucks things up. Knockglass Joker (trap 3) will need luck but won't be far away if the 'good fortune' fairies are on her side.

ITS PADDYS WISH (trap 6) should have a sniff of victory at some stage of the contest and his backers will be hopeful that he is in charge at the wire. Kerryroad May (trap 2) needs to avoid forming the meat in the sandwich as drawn but has a chance on form. Masterly Moment (trap 3) is being backed with good reason and has chances.

CAVIES ELLA (trap 3) has a strong following here and there's no obvious reason why her fans won't be back for more today as she looks the most likely. Only Saint (trap 4) will have her supporters and is capable of laying it down to the selection. White Wolfe (trap 6) looks a player in this and can take a hand in the finish.

There's plenty of clues on the form card to suggest MR BOOMBASTIC (trap 6) can do the business against these rivals and he looks the play. The true extent of what Springside Syd (trap 3) does or is capable of remains under wraps so he is feared. Seaview Malachi (trap 5) often commands a chunk of the market and can certainly make the frame.

CANVAS ELLIE (trap 5) is the standout bet of the meeting. As with most, she will need to tread carefully early, but should be in a position to kick off the second bend. Lucky Heather (trap 6) has the necessary talent and should be in the heat of the battle come the line. Rubies Are Red (trap 1) would get involved if things go to plan through the crucial early going.

DOWER TANGO (trap 2) should be shouldering much of the workload here and is fancied to be taking the chequered flag in pole position. The bookies tend to chalk up Canvas Minnie (trap 3) tentatively for a reason and she should make a bold show. Minimum excuses will be entertained if Heisenberg (trap 6) doesn't get amongst them.

SEAVIEW RODGE (trap 6) lines up with above-average claims and is likely to be solid in the market. With usual good fortune, he should oblige. The support seems unrelenting for Wanted Diamond (trap 2), who makes fairly good appeal. Miracle Moment (trap 4) will be one of the leading fancies, but needs to steer a hassle-free passage.

CORRIN CHLOE (trap 3) takes the eye here. Although needing to tread carefully through the opening metres, she should have too much speed for these. Cavies Sue (trap 6) needs to clear those on her immediate inside but would rate a big danger if doing so. Database (trap 5) possesses enough ability for this class and should be in there pitching.

On all known recent form, SLANEYSIDE MEG (trap 1) is the one they all have to beat. With a clear run, she will take plenty of holding at crunch time. The bookies may again be running scared of Portrait (trap 3), who can step in if the selection errs. Deady Kate (trap 6) usually sees plenty of support - will her fan club be back for more?

SLANEYSIDE BABY (trap 2) regularly comes in for significant demand and a similar scenario can be expected today as this is well within her compass. The bookies are often cautious when it comes to Dower Queen (trap 4) and she is deemed a threat. Cavies Lilibet (trap 6) will attempt to pave her way around the outside and hit the frame.

The layers are often inundated with support for SIRIUS DAWN (trap 3) and those players could well go in again today as this looks very winnable. Carefree Raven (trap 4) has quite a big army of fans and they'll no doubt stick around as she is a big player. Cooladerra Magic (trap 2) should make a contribution and sniff out a medal at the close of play.