Curragh Race 6 - Keeneland Phoenix Stakes (Group 1)
SUN GODDESS (7) Landed the spoils when winning by 3/4L last start at this venue and competing at a lower class. Been in the money 4 from 4 attempts this campaign. Will go well. CELERON (2) Comprehensive victory when winning by 3L last run at the track and competing in an easier class. Strong form this preparation winning 2 from 3 starts. Key player. FOLSOM BLUES (3) Placed 2nd last start at Leopardstown and up against a less challenging field. Placed at every start this campaign and honest performer putting a tidy record together. Big danger. KING OF CLOUGHAN (4) Honest race when 2nd last run at Chantilly and facing less formidable opponents. Will be pushing for a forward position early. In good form since resuming from a break. Chance in this field so include in exotics.

Jockey: Ronan Whelan
Weight: 59.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Was $7.00 and moderate showing when 7th last start at this track but matched against a less competitive field. Should jump out and bowl along. In fine form this preparation. Watch betting.
Last Starts 22 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/7 | 18/07/2026 | - | Group 2 | $130,000.00 | Curragh | 1207m | GOOD TO FIRM | Wayne Lordan | 59.5kg | - | - | 4 |
| 8.6L | $7.00 |
| 1/10 | 04/07/2026 | - | Listed | $49,998.00 | Naas | 1005m | GOOD | Ronan P Whelan | 59.5kg | - | - | 8 |
| 0.2L | $2.10 |
| 9/21 | 20/06/2026 | - | Group 2 | $172,147.00 | Ascot | 1005m | GOOD | R L Moore | 58.5kg | - | - | 13 |
| 6.95L | $3.50 |
| 2/7 | 24/05/2026 | - | Group 3 | $70,002.00 | Curragh | 1207m | GOOD | Wayne Lordan | 59.5kg | - | - | 8 |
| 1.25L | $6.00 |
| 1/7 | 09/05/2026 | - | 2yo | $21,999.00 | Naas | 1005m | GOOD | Wayne Lordan | 60.5kg | - | - | 5 |
| 0.2L | $1.30 |
| 2/6 | 19/04/2026 | - | 2Y | $23,000.00 | Curragh | 1005m | SOFT | Ryan L Moore | 59.5kg | - | - | 1 |
| 1.25L | $3.50 |

Jockey: Oisin Murphy
Weight: 59.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Blitzed its rivals when winning by 3L last run at this venue and going down in grade. Has won 2 from 3 starts this preparation. Solid claims.
Last Starts 22 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/7 | 18/07/2026 | - | Group 2 | $130,000.00 | Curragh | 1207m | GOOD TO FIRM | Oisin Murphy | 59.5kg | - | - | 6 |
| 3L | $4.50 |
| 15/25 | 17/06/2026 | - | Listed | $122,963.00 | Ascot | 1207m | GOOD | Colin Keane | 58kg | - | - | 7 |
| 7.15L | $10.00 |
| 1/13 | 03/06/2026 | - | 2Y MDN | $21,999.00 | Curragh | 1207m | SOFT | Jamie Powell | 60.5kg | - | - | 9 |
| 1.83L | $19.00 |

Jockey: Dylan Browne Mcmonagle
Weight: 59.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Did well when 2nd last start at Leopardstown and competing in a lower grade. Has run into the money 3 from 3 attempts this preparation. Strong claims.
Last Starts 17 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/6 | 23/07/2026 | - | 1 | $70,002.00 | Leopardstown | 1408m | GOOD | Dylan Browne Mcmonagle | 59.5kg | - | - | 6 |
| 1.14L | $2.50 |
| 1/9 | 12/06/2026 | - | 2Y MDN | $21,999.00 | Gowran Park | 1408m | SOFT | Dylan Browne Mcmonagle | 60.5kg | - | - | 9 |
| 6.86L | $1.45 |
| 3/8 | 23/05/2026 | - | C & G | $25,000.00 | Curragh | 1207m | GOOD | Dylan Browne Mcmonagle | 59.5kg | - | - | 3 |
| 2.75L | $5.50 |

Jockey: J M Sheridan
Weight: 59.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Amongst the placegetters when 2nd last run at Chantilly and up against a less competitive field. Should race on the speed. Running with confidence this preparation. Not dismissing.
Last Starts 21 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/3 | 19/07/2026 | - | Group 2 | $119,000.00 | Chantilly | 1199m | GOOD3 | Pierre Charles Boudot | 58kg | - | - | 1 |
| 2L | $2.38 |
| 1/25 | 17/06/2026 | - | Listed | $122,963.00 | Ascot | 1207m | GOOD | Billy Loughnane | 58kg | - | - | 22 |
| 0.5L | $34.00 |
| 2/7 | 15/05/2026 | - | 2Y MDN | $21,999.00 | Leopardstown | 1408m | GOOD | Dylan Browne Mcmonagle | 60.5kg | - | - | 7 |
| 0.75L | $2.80 |
| 4/8 | 25/04/2026 | - | 2Y MDN | $21,999.00 | Navan | 1170m | GOOD | J M Sheridan | 60.5kg | - | - | 7 |
| 3.75L | $6.50 |

Jockey: Wesley Joyce
Weight: 59.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Started $51.00 and finished 4th last run at the track but dropping in grade. Rather have another day.
Last Starts 22 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/7 | 18/07/2026 | - | Group 2 | $130,000.00 | Curragh | 1207m | GOOD TO FIRM | Wesley Joyce | 59.5kg | - | - | 2 |
| 4.35L | $51.00 |
| 16/21 | 16/06/2026 | - | Group 2 | $196,740.00 | Ascot | 1207m | GOOD | Wesley Joyce | 58.5kg | - | - | 16 |
| 12.1L | $81.00 |
| 1/11 | 31/05/2026 | - | 2Y MDN | $25,000.00 | Listowel | 1261m | GOOD | Wesley Joyce | 56.5kg | - | - | 2 |
| 3L | $2.88 |
| 2/10 | 16/05/2026 | - | 2yo | $21,999.00 | Navan | 1170m | SOFT | Wesley Joyce | 58kg | - | - | 8 |
| 2.25L | $23.00 |
| 4/7 | 27/04/2026 | - | 2yo | $25,000.00 | Naas | 1005m | GOOD | Wesley Joyce | 55kg | - | - | 4 |
| 6.25L | $23.00 |

Jockey: D Egan
Weight: 59.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Nice run when 2nd last run around here and matched against lesser competition. Displays good tactical speed. Been in the money frequently this preparation and promising career start. Can't suggest backing.
Last Starts 22 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/7 | 18/07/2026 | - | Group 2 | $130,000.00 | Curragh | 1207m | GOOD TO FIRM | Colin Keane | 59.5kg | - | - | 7 |
| 3L | $9.50 |
| 14/21 | 20/06/2026 | - | Group 2 | $172,147.00 | Ascot | 1005m | GOOD | Donagh Oconnor | 58.5kg | - | - | 5 |
| 9.45L | $34.00 |
| 1/8 | 25/04/2026 | - | 2Y MDN | $21,999.00 | Navan | 1170m | GOOD | Donagh Oconnor | 60.5kg | - | - | 2 |
| 0.5L | $9.50 |

Jockey: R L Moore
Weight: 58kgs
Stats
Comments
Strong performance to win by 3/4L last start at this track and facing a weaker grade. Has run into the placings at every start this campaign and good career start. Good tough competitor that can be supported.
Last Starts 43 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/6 | 27/06/2026 | - | Fillies' Group 2 | $130,000.00 | Curragh | 1207m | GOOD TO FIRM | R L Moore | 58kg | - | - | 7 |
| 0.75L | $1.26 |
| 2/25 | 19/06/2026 | - | Fillies' Group 3 | $122,963.00 | Ascot | 1207m | GOOD | R L Moore | 58kg | - | - | 17 |
| 1L | $1.91 |
| 1/9 | 24/05/2026 | - | 2Y MDN FILLIES | $25,000.00 | Curragh | 1207m | GOOD | Ryan L Moore | 58kg | - | - | 5 |
| 5L | $1.36 |
| 2/7 | 09/05/2026 | - | 2yo | $21,999.00 | Naas | 1005m | GOOD | J Cleary | 53kg | - | - | 7 |
| 0.2L | $7.00 |

Jockey: Billy Lee
Weight: 58kgs
Stats
Comments
Ran 3rd last time at Ascot and matched against less formidable competition. Jockey Billy Lee consistently rides well for this yard. Has been a model of consistency this preparation. Watch the betting.
Last Starts 15 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/11 | 25/07/2026 | - | Fillies' Group 3 | $78,696.00 | Ascot | 1207m | GOOD TO FIRM | Billy Lee | 58kg | - | - | 5 |
| 1.05L | $9.50 |
| 8/27 | 17/06/2026 | - | Fillies' Group 2 | $172,147.00 | Ascot | 1005m | GOOD | Billy Lee | 58kg | - | - | 22 |
| 3.85L | $21.00 |
| 4/6 | 17/05/2026 | - | Fillies' Group 3 | $70,002.00 | Naas | 1193m | GOOD | Billy Lee | 58kg | - | - | 4 |
| 6.6L | $2.75 |
| 1/4 | 04/05/2026 | - | Listed | $49,998.00 | Curragh | 1005m | GOOD | Billy Lee | 57.5kg | - | - | 5 |
| 3.5L | $5.00 |
| 1/6 | 04/04/2026 | - | 2Y FILLIES MDN | $21,999.00 | Cork | 1005m | SOFT | Billy Lee | 58kg | - | - | 1 |
| 0.1L | $3.50 |