Downpatrick Race 7 - Boardsmill Sires Maiden Hunters Chase
MAGIC SADLER (4) Failed to finish in a chase at Thurles on Jan 29th. Shows good early pace. E C Costello provides some weight relief. Must be considered. CAUSE FOR COMMENT (1) Fresh after spell of 46 weeks. Did well when 2nd last start in a chase at Tipperary and honest performer putting a tidy record together. One of the top hopes. WEST OF IDAHO (8) First race appearance 6yo by Idaho for trainer David Christie. Large claim helps. Watch the market moves. YEWTREE HILL (9) Racing fresh after a break. Came in 4th last start in a chase at Fairyhouse. Trainer has gone for the winkers on, take note. Large claim helps. Chance in this field so include in exotics.

Jockey: Mr P W Mullins
Weight: 76.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Fresh from a 46 week break. Did well when 2nd last start in a chase at Tipperary and solid career start. P W Mullins adds value. Expect support.
Last Starts 325 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/10 | 08/05/2025 | - | 4yo+ | $10,502.00 | Tipperary | 4727m | GOOD | P W Mullins | 74kg | - | - | 0 |
| 8L | $2.62 |
| 2/8 | 30/03/2025 | - | 5UP MDN HUNTERS CHASE | $9,999.00 | Downpatrick | 4764m | GOOD | P W Mullins | 75.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 0.5L | $2.38 |
| 5/14 | 29/07/2024 | - | N_H_Flat | $17,000.00 | Galway | 3337m | GOOD | P W Mullins | 74.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 6.6L | $3.90 |

Jockey: Mr D Mcgill
Weight: 76.5kgs
Stats
Comments
First up from a break of 48 weeks. Failed to finish in a chase at Cork but having second career run. Might be ridden for luck. Large claim helps. Unfortunately, it seems unlikely.
Last Starts 342 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99/15 | 21/04/2025 | - | 5yo+ | $11,002.00 | Cork | 4919m | SOFT | Ella Herbison | 75.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 999L | $41.00 |

Jockey: Mr T J Stafford
Weight: 76.5kgs
Stats
Comments
7yo by Rule Of Law having first race start for Paul Stafford. Large claim helps. Watch the market.

Jockey: Ms E C Costello
Weight: 76.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Didn't finish in a chase at Thurles on Jan 29th. Has early speed and positions nicely. Large claim helps. Will be competitive.
Last Starts 59 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99/9 | 29/01/2026 | - | 5UP MDN CHASE | $9,999.00 | Thurles | 4996m | HEAVY | E C Costello | 76.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 999L | $1.50 |
| 2/12 | 08/01/2026 | - | 5UP MDN CHASE | $9,999.00 | Clonmel | 4080m | HEAVY | E C Costello | 76.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 3L | $2.88 |
| 99/11 | 06/03/2025 | - | 5UP MDN CHASE | $9,999.00 | Thurles | 5049m | GOOD | D Doyle | 73.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 999L | $2.38 |
| 2/14 | 15/01/2025 | - | 5UP MDN CHASE | $10,000.00 | Clonmel | 4023m | SOFT | D Doyle | 73.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 3.25L | $3.50 |
| 6/12 | 04/03/2024 | - | 80-109 | $0.00 | Leopardstown | 4828m | SOFT | Eoin Walsh | 74kg | - | - | 8 |
| 23.05L | $17.00 |
| 4/7 | 05/02/2024 | - | $0.00 | Punchestown | 4003m | HEAVY | Eoin Walsh | 75.5kg | - | - | 6 |
| 12.25L | $14.00 | |
| 3/14 | 27/01/2024 | - | $0.00 | Fairyhouse | 4082m | HEAVY | Eoin Walsh | 75.5kg | - | - | 4 |
| 7L | $8.50 | |
| 5/10 | 29/12/2023 | - | $0.00 | Limerick | 3822m | HEAVY | Eoin Walsh | 74.5kg | - | - | 6 |
| 17.75L | $4.60 | |
| 4/17 | 07/12/2023 | - | Q.R. | $0.00 | Clonmel | 3834m | HEAVY | C Skerry | 71.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 16L | $151.00 |
| 4/7 | 29/10/2023 | - | $0.00 | Galway | 4316m | HEAVY | Eoin Walsh | 75.5kg | - | - | 4 |
| 25.5L | $18.00 |

Jockey: Mr L P Shanahan
Weight: 76.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Back from a 42 week spell. Started at $34.00 and finished 7th last run in a hurdle at Punchestown. Tongue tie on could be an important change. Facing a difficult task today.
Last Starts 294 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/15 | 08/06/2025 | - | 5yo+ | $12,000.00 | Punchestown | 4732m | GOOD | James Osullivan | 75.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 26L | $34.00 |
| 4/9 | 09/05/2025 | - | 5UP MDN HDL | $9,999.00 | Downpatrick | 4389m | GOOD | S Fitzgerald | 75.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 23L | $9.00 |
| 7/24 | 22/04/2025 | - | 4yo+ | $15,000.00 | Fairyhouse | 3986m | SOFT | S Fitzgerald | 75.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 16.75L | $34.00 |
| 99/10 | 04/04/2025 | - | 4UP MDN HDL | $20,000.00 | Wexford | 4160m | SOFT | S Fitzgerald | 72.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 999L | $26.00 |
| 5/10 | 01/03/2025 | - | 4UP MDN HURDLE | $12,000.00 | Navan | 4517m | HEAVY | S Fitzgerald | 75.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 15.85L | $151.00 |
| 7/12 | 01/01/2025 | - | 5UP MDN HURDLE | $11,999.00 | Fairyhouse | 4023m | SOFT | Kevin Sexton | 75.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 30.6L | $201.00 |
| 8/8 | 23/11/2024 | - | Pro/Am | $11,500.00 | Punchestown | 3354m | SOFT | D G Lavery | 73kg | - | - | 0 |
| 123.5L | $301.00 |
| 14/14 | 04/05/2024 | - | Pro/Am | $15,000.00 | Punchestown | 3218m | SOFT | Jodie Townend | 76kg | - | - | 10 |
| 33.8L | $61.00 |

Jockey: Mr T A Halford
Weight: 76.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Odds of $7.00 and lacklustre showing when 5th last run in a chase at Down Royal but having second race start. The large claim from T A Halford helps. Unlikely to feature.
Last Starts 12 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/7 | 17/03/2026 | - | 5UP CHASE | $11,002.00 | Down Royal | 4101m | GOOD | T A Halford | 73kg | - | - | 0 |
| 37L | $7.00 |

Jockey: Mr N Mcparlan
Weight: 76.5kgs
Stats
Comments
First up and nice run when 3rd first up last preparation in a hurdle at Punchestown. Interesting gear change of winkers on first time. Take on trust.
Last Starts 367 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/8 | 27/03/2025 | - | 5UP CHASE | $11,002.00 | Clonmel | 4023m | GOOD | Jordan Colin Gainford | 75.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 57.75L | $81.00 |
| 8/15 | 09/03/2025 | - | 5UP CHASE | $12,501.00 | Naas | 4049m | SOFT | Jordan Colin Gainford | 75.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 61L | $101.00 |
| 12/15 | 06/02/2025 | - | Chase | $11,002.00 | Thurles | 3222m | GOOD | D J Gilligan | 75.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 38.7L | $151.00 |
| 6/18 | 21/12/2024 | - | 4UP MDN HURDLE | $10,000.00 | Thurles | 3232m | GOOD | Jody Mcgarvey | 75.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 11.3L | $8.00 |
| 10/19 | 10/12/2024 | - | 5UP MDN HURDLE | $12,499.00 | Punchestown | 3835m | GOOD | Sam Ewing | 75.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 43.6L | $34.00 |
| 3/18 | 15/11/2024 | - | 4UP MDN HDL | $12,499.00 | Punchestown | 3118m | GOOD | Jack Kennedy | 75.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 18L | $6.50 |
| 5/9 | 09/03/2024 | - | $0.00 | Gowran Park | 3621m | HEAVY | Harry Swan | 76kg | - | - | 0 |
| 60.25L | $8.00 |

Jockey: Mr J M Halford
Weight: 76.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Idaho 6yo having first race start for trainer David Christie. The large claim from J M Halford should help. Watch for a sign in the market.

Jockey: Mr O Mcgill
Weight: 76.5kgs
Stats
Comments
First up from a break. Jumped at $15.00 and came in 4th last start in a chase at Fairyhouse. Winkers on could be an important change. Watch betting.
Last Starts 128 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/9 | 21/11/2025 | - | 5UP HUNTERS CHASE | $9,999.00 | Fairyhouse | 4878m | HEAVY | Kevin Healy | 72kg | - | - | 0 |
| 18.85L | $15.00 |
| 5/16 | 29/08/2025 | - | 0-100 | $9,999.00 | Wexford | 5029m | GOOD | E Staples | 72.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 15.25L | $13.00 |
| 4/15 | 23/07/2025 | - | 0-100 | $9,999.00 | Wexford | 5129m | GOOD | Barrington Harvey | 76.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 15.95L | $9.00 |
| 6/6 | 04/07/2025 | - | 5UP CHASE | $11,002.00 | Wexford | 3922m | GOOD | Barrington Harvey | 75.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 31.75L | $126.00 |
| 7/9 | 16/06/2025 | - | 4yo+ | $11,002.00 | Kilbeggan | 4069m | GOOD | Barrington Harvey | 75.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 45.25L | $67.00 |
| 3/7 | 23/05/2025 | - | 5yo+ | $9,999.00 | Downpatrick | 4764m | GOOD | S R Hamilton | 73.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 12.5L | $10.00 |