Curragh Race 4 - Churchill Tyres Beresford Stakes (Group 2)
DRUMBEAT (2) Winner last time at Gowran Park and putting a tidy record together. Running with confidence since coming back from a break and has drawn to do little work. Capable of taking this out. NOBLE EXHIBIT (3) Made a mess of them when winning by more than 6L last time at Punchestown but matched against tougher rivals. Has not missed the money this campaign in 2 attempts. No surprise to see a win. CITY OF DUBAI (1) Fairly underwhelming when 5th last start here. Capable of a strong comeback and competing at a lower grade. Should muster plenty of early toe. Good career start. Drawn nicely. Has claims. SHAKESPEARE (4) Disappointing display when 7th last start at Leopardstown but stepping down to a lower level. Should race on the speed. Has run into the money frequently this campaign. Can figure.
Jockey: Billy Lee
Weight: 59.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Jumped at $6.00 and performed below standard when 5th last start at this track. Capable of a strong comeback and matched against a less competitive field. Definite winning chance.
Last Starts 34 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/6 | 22/08/2026 | - | Group 2 | $130,000.00 | Curragh | 1408m | GOOD | Billy Lee | 59.5kg | - | - | 6 |
| 5.35L | $6.00 |
| 2/6 | 07/08/2026 | - | Listed | $49,998.00 | Gowran Park | 1609m | GOOD | Billy Lee | 59.5kg | - | - | 3 |
| 0.75L | $3.25 |
| 1/6 | 13/07/2026 | - | 2Y MDN | $21,999.00 | Killarney | 1627m | GOOD | Billy Lee | 60.5kg | - | - | 2 |
| 0.5L | $9.00 |
Jockey: Ronan Whelan
Weight: 59.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Landed the spoils when winning last time at Gowran Park and showing consistent performance in races. In strong racing shape this preparation and drawn beautifully. Strong claims.
Last Starts 24 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/15 | 01/09/2026 | - | C & G | $21,999.00 | Gowran Park | 1408m | YIELDING | Wayne Lordan | 59.5kg | - | - | 14 |
| - | $2.25 |
| 3/8 | 06/08/2026 | - | C & G | $21,999.00 | Leopardstown | 1609m | GOOD | R L Moore | 59.5kg | - | - | 6 |
| 1L | $4.33 |
| 6/6 | 18/07/2026 | - | C & G | $25,000.00 | Curragh | 1408m | GOOD TO FIRM | J Cleary | 57kg | - | - | 3 |
| 5L | $15.00 |
Jockey: Wayne Lordan
Weight: 59.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Had a comfortable win by just over 6L last time at Punchestown but racing against tougher rivals. Amongst the placegetters at every start this preparation. Good tough competitor that can be supported.
Last Starts 10 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/14 | 15/09/2026 | - | 2yo | $18,001.00 | Punchestown | 1636m | GOOD | Wayne Lordan | 60.5kg | - | - | 6 |
| 6.4L | $3.75 |
| 3/16 | 22/08/2026 | - | 2Y MDN | $21,999.00 | Curragh | 1408m | GOOD | J Cleary | 58kg | - | - | 12 |
| 3.85L | $17.00 |
Jockey: Colin Keane
Weight: 59.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Started at $9.50 and average performance when 7th last start at Leopardstown but matched against less formidable competition. Will be pushing for a forward position early. Racing consistently this preparation. Forward showing expected.
Last Starts 13 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/9 | 12/09/2026 | - | Group 1 | $400,001.00 | Leopardstown | 1810m | GOOD | Pierre Charles Boudot | 59.5kg | - | - | 3 |
| 8.5L | $9.50 |
| 1/11 | 09/08/2026 | - | 2Y MDN | $25,000.00 | Curragh | 1408m | GOOD TO FIRM | R L Moore | 60.5kg | - | - | 3 |
| 1.5L | $1.55 |
| 2/5 | 23/07/2026 | - | 2Y MDN | $21,999.00 | Leopardstown | 1609m | GOOD | R L Moore | 60.5kg | - | - | 1 |
| 1.83L | $1.50 |
| 3/8 | 27/06/2026 | - | C & G | $30,000.00 | Curragh | 1408m | GOOD TO FIRM | J Cleary | 57kg | - | - | 3 |
| 6L | $8.50 |
Jockey: J M Sheridan
Weight: 59.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Jumped at $51.00 and not competitive when 7th last time around here but having second career run. Prefers to settle towards the rear. Others are better.
Last Starts 40 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/10 | 16/08/2026 | - | 2Y MDN | $21,999.00 | Curragh | 1810m | GOOD | Christopher D Hayes | 60.5kg | - | - | 2 |
| 3.4L | $51.00 |
Jockey: Declan Mcdonogh
Weight: 59.5kgs
Stats
Comments
At $9.00 appeared lacklustre when 5th last time at Gowran Park but competing in a lower grade. One that represents value at a decent price.
Last Starts 49 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/6 | 07/08/2026 | - | Listed | $49,998.00 | Gowran Park | 1609m | GOOD | J M Sheridan | 59.5kg | - | - | 1 |
| 4.05L | $9.00 |
| 1/5 | 15/07/2026 | - | 2yo | $25,000.00 | Killarney | 1645m | GOOD | Dylan Browne Mcmonagle | 61kg | - | - | 2 |
| 0.5L | $5.50 |
| 4/8 | 27/06/2026 | - | C & G | $30,000.00 | Curragh | 1408m | GOOD TO FIRM | Dylan Browne Mcmonagle | 59.5kg | - | - | 2 |
| 6.1L | $15.00 |