Curragh Race 5 - Goffs Vincent O'brien National Stakes (Group 1)
GIANT SEQUOIA (4) Secured the win by a slim margin last time around here and matched against a less competitive field. Can't knock the form winning 2 in succession and solid career start. In the mix. HAFFNER (5) Was eating up the ground late when winning last time at York and facing a weaker grade. Has run into the placings at every start this campaign. Genuine winning chance. FLORIDA BAY (2) Finished 2nd last start at the track and suited at this trip in the past. Likely to be well placed early. Has been a model of consistency this campaign. Can give this a shake. DR RASCAL (1) Rocketed home when winning last time at Goodwood and taking on easier opposition. Very tidy this campaign winning 3 from as many attempts and promising career start. Can threaten if right today.
Jockey: Kaiya Fraser
Weight: 59.5kgs
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Flew home to win last time at Goodwood and up against a less challenging field. Flawless this preparation with 3 wins from 3 runs. Some hope in this event.
Last Starts 47 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 | 28/07/2026 | - | Group 2 | $196,740.00 | Goodwood | 1408m | GOOD | Kaiya Fraser | 58.5kg | - | 3-3-3-3-3-3-1 | 2 |
| 0.5L | $7.50 |
| 1/8 | 11/07/2026 | - | GBB Race | $29,511.00 | Ascot | 1408m | GOOD TO FIRM | Kaiya Fraser | 60.5kg | - | 1-1-1-2-2-1-1 | 4 |
| 2.25L | $5.00 |
| 1/9 | 13/06/2026 | - | GBB Race | $9,837.00 | Leicester | 1408m | GOOD | Kaiya Fraser | 59kg | - | 6-5-5-4-5-2-1 | 10 |
| 1.25L | $12.00 |
Jockey: Ronan Whelan
Weight: 59.5kgs
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Honest race when 2nd last start at this track and competing at a lower level of competition. Will be positive in the run early. Going well this campaign. Has strong 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/6 | 22/08/2026 | - | Group 2 | $130,000.00 | Curragh | 1408m | GOOD | Ronan P Whelan | 59.5kg | - | - | 2 |
| 0.5L | $3.25 |
| 1/6 | 23/07/2026 | - | 1 | $70,002.00 | Leopardstown | 1408m | GOOD | Wayne Lordan | 59.5kg | - | - | 5 |
| 1.14L | $4.50 |
| 4/7 | 04/07/2026 | - | Listed | $49,998.00 | Naas | 1609m | GOOD | J Cleary | 60kg | - | - | 1 |
| 3L | $1.67 |
| 1/9 | 05/06/2026 | - | 2Y | $21,999.00 | Fairyhouse | 1408m | GOOD | J Cleary | 57kg | - | - | 3 |
| 0.5L | $1.55 |
| 3/7 | 15/05/2026 | - | 2Y MDN | $21,999.00 | Leopardstown | 1408m | GOOD | Wayne Lordan | 60.5kg | - | - | 3 |
| 1.25L | $9.00 |
Jockey: J M Sheridan
Weight: 59.5kgs
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Ran 2nd last run around here and lining up against easier rivals. Been in the money 4 from 4 attempts this campaign and showing consistent performance in races. Needs a mighty effort to win this.
Last Starts 35 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/8 | 09/08/2026 | - | Group 1 | $400,001.00 | Curragh | 1207m | GOOD TO FIRM | Dylan Browne Mcmonagle | 59.5kg | - | - | 5 |
| 1.25L | $8.50 |
| 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: R L Moore
Weight: 59.5kgs
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Brave effort to win narrowly last time at this venue and facing less formidable opponents. Won last 2 in a row and honest performer putting a tidy record together. Goes well and could be a value opportunity.
Jockey: Wayne Lordan
Weight: 59.5kgs
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Was eating up the ground late to win last time at York and matched against lesser competition. Amongst the placegetters at every start this campaign. Can take this out.
Jockey: Colin Keane
Weight: 59.5kgs
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Fought on gamely when winning last time at this track and was on debut last time. Likely to get back. Has a positive draw. Hard to recommend.
Jockey: Chris Hayes
Weight: 59.5kgs
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Fought on gamely when winning last time at the track and having second race start. Displays good tactical speed. Up against tougher opponents. Prefer in something a lot easier.
Last Starts 57 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 | 18/07/2026 | - | C & G | $25,000.00 | Curragh | 1408m | GOOD TO FIRM | Christopher D Hayes | 59.5kg | - | - | 4 |
| 0.5L | $10.00 |
Jockey: Billy Lee
Weight: 59.5kgs
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Was strong late when 3rd last time at York and challenged by less formidable competitors. Has good closing speed. Recent form of the yard is strong and solid career start. Can't recommend.
Last Starts 25 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/10 | 19/08/2026 | - | Group 3 | $172,147.00 | York | 1408m | GOOD | Billy Lee | 58.5kg | - | 8-6-6-5-4-3-3 | 7 |
| 2.5L | $5.50 |
| 1/8 | 27/07/2026 | - | C & G | $21,999.00 | Galway | 1408m | GOOD | Billy Lee | 59.5kg | - | - | 1 |
| 4.75L | $3.75 |
| 10/12 | 26/06/2026 | - | 2Y MDN | $25,000.00 | Curragh | 1207m | GOOD | Billy Lee | 60.5kg | - | - | 7 |
| 9.85L | $2.62 |
| 3/17 | 12/06/2026 | - | 2Y MDN | $25,000.00 | Fairyhouse | 1207m | GOOD | Billy Lee | 57.5kg | - | - | 4 |
| 0.92L | $3.00 |