Leopardstown Race 3 - Hkjc World Pool Golden Fleece Stakes (Group 1)
QUEST FOR STARS (7) Fought on gamely when winning last time at Salisbury and matched against lesser competition. Has hit top form this campaign with 3 wins from as many runs. Worth a ticket. SHAKESPEARE (8) Nice effort when winning by 1 1/2L last run at Curragh and good career start. Has not missed the placings this preparation in 3 attempts. Can take this out. DARKNESS FALLS (2) Was a comprehensive winner by 7L last start at Curragh. Has run into the placings at every start this preparation. Will give a big sight. VICTORY SPEECH (9) Got the cash when winning by 3/4L last start at Galway. Has early speed and positions nicely. Has run into the money 2 from 2 attempts this campaign. Don't dismiss.
Jockey: C Soumillon
Weight: 59.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Odds of $2.62 and struggled when 4th last time at this track but facing less formidable opponents. Knockout chance.
Last Starts 51 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/6 | 23/07/2026 | - | 1 | $70,002.00 | Leopardstown | 1408m | GOOD | R L Moore | 59.5kg | - | - | 3 |
| 4.2L | $2.62 |
| 1/6 | 03/06/2026 | - | 2Y MDN | $21,999.00 | Curragh | 1408m | SOFT | Wayne Lordan | 60.5kg | - | - | 5 |
| 1.5L | $5.00 |
Jockey: R L Moore
Weight: 59.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Thrashed the field when winning by a margin of 7L last start at Curragh. Been in the money each attempt this preparation. Can win.
Last Starts 14 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/13 | 29/08/2026 | - | C & G | $21,999.00 | Curragh | 1609m | YIELDING | R L Moore | 59.5kg | - | - | 1 |
| 7L | $1.67 |
| 3/5 | 23/07/2026 | - | 2Y MDN | $21,999.00 | Leopardstown | 1609m | GOOD | Wayne Lordan | 60.5kg | - | - | 6 |
| 2.29L | $9.50 |
Jockey: J M Sheridan
Weight: 59.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Came in 3rd last run at Curragh and challenged by less formidable competitors. Displaying good ability this campaign. Pass.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/6 | 22/08/2026 | - | Group 2 | $130,000.00 | Curragh | 1408m | GOOD | Declan Mcdonogh | 59.5kg | - | - | 4 |
| 1.25L | $26.00 |
| 1/5 | 23/07/2026 | - | 2Y MDN | $21,999.00 | Leopardstown | 1609m | GOOD | Dylan Browne Mcmonagle | 60.5kg | - | - | 5 |
| 1.83L | $6.00 |
| 5/6 | 13/07/2026 | - | 2Y MDN | $21,999.00 | Killarney | 1627m | GOOD | Declan Mcdonogh | 60.5kg | - | - | 1 |
| 3.25L | $34.00 |
Jockey: Colin Keane
Weight: 59.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Did well when 2nd last run at this venue and having second career run. Can't recommend.
Last Starts 37 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 | 06/08/2026 | - | C & G | $21,999.00 | Leopardstown | 1609m | GOOD | Dylan Browne Mcmonagle | 59.5kg | - | - | 7 |
| 0.5L | $10.00 |
Jockey: Seamie Heffernan
Weight: 59.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Started at $4.50 and average effort when 4th last time at Curragh but facing weaker opposition. Jockey Seamie Heffernan and trainer J A Stack go well together. Watch betting.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/6 | 22/08/2026 | - | Group 2 | $130,000.00 | Curragh | 1408m | GOOD | Seamie Heffernan | 59.5kg | - | - | 5 |
| 1.35L | $4.50 |
| 1/14 | 18/06/2026 | - | Listed | $122,963.00 | Ascot | 1408m | GOOD | Seamie Heffernan | 59.5kg | - | 4-3-4-3-4-1-1 | 13 |
| 0.5L | $6.50 |
| 1/7 | 15/05/2026 | - | 2Y MDN | $21,999.00 | Leopardstown | 1408m | GOOD | Seamie Heffernan | 60.5kg | - | - | 5 |
| 0.75L | $8.50 |
Jockey: D Egan
Weight: 59.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Controlled the speed to win by 12L last run at Hamilton and honest performer putting a tidy record together. Has good closing speed. Very competitive this preparation. Best to watch and see.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/3 | 21/08/2026 | - | GBB/GBBPlus Race | $13,280.00 | Hamilton | 1671m | GOOD TO SOFT | David Egan | 60.5kg | - | 1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1 | 3 |
| 12L | $1.04 |
| 4/6 | 28/07/2026 | - | Group 2 | $196,740.00 | Goodwood | 1408m | GOOD | David Egan | 58.5kg | - | 1-1-1-1-2-2-4 | 1 |
| 3.6L | $7.00 |
| 3/7 | 11/07/2026 | - | Group 2 | $122,963.00 | Newmarket | 1408m | GOOD TO FIRM | Rowan Scott | 58.5kg | - | 2-2-2-2-2-2-3 | 3 |
| 1.35L | $15.00 |
| 5/14 | 18/06/2026 | - | Listed | $122,963.00 | Ascot | 1408m | GOOD | David Egan | 59.5kg | - | 2-4-3-4-3-3-5 | 15 |
| 1.75L | $21.00 |
| 2/10 | 31/05/2026 | - | GBB Race | $18,691.00 | Thirsk | 1408m | GOOD | David Egan | 60.5kg | - | - | 5 |
| 0.5L | $5.00 |
Jockey: James Doyle
Weight: 59.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Was fighting out the finish when winning last time at Salisbury and going down in grade. Strong form this campaign winning 3 from as many attempts. Serious contender.
Last Starts 31 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 | 12/08/2026 | - | Listed | $54,103.00 | Salisbury | 1609m | GOOD TO FIRM | Connor Planas | 58.5kg | - | 1-1-1-1-1-1-2-1 | 8 |
| 0.3L | $3.75 |
| 1/6 | 29/07/2026 | - | GBB Race | $12,788.00 | Sandown | 1408m | GOOD TO FIRM | Connor Planas | 62.5kg | - | 1-1-1-1-1-1-1 | 4 |
| 0.5L | $3.25 |
| 1/7 | 09/07/2026 | - | GBB Race | $49,185.00 | Doncaster | 1413m | GOOD TO FIRM | Connor Planas | 60.5kg | - | 1-1-1-1-1-1-1 | 1 |
| 0.1L | $19.00 |
Jockey: Pierre-Charles Boudot
Weight: 59.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Finished on top by 1 1/2L last run at Curragh and putting a tidy record together. Placed at every start this preparation and displaying improvement over the past few runs. Solid prospects.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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: Gavin Ryan
Weight: 59.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Displayed potential when winning by 3/4L last start at Galway. Has good tactical speed and will be nicely positioned. Been in the money 2 from 2 attempts this preparation. Watch the betting.
Last Starts 42 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/4 | 01/08/2026 | - | 2yo | $21,999.00 | Galway | 1676m | GOOD TO YIELDING | Wayne Lordan | 60.5kg | - | - | 1 |
| 0.75L | $2.10 |
| 2/6 | 18/07/2026 | - | C & G | $25,000.00 | Curragh | 1408m | GOOD TO FIRM | Wayne Lordan | 59.5kg | - | - | 5 |
| 0.5L | $9.00 |
Jockey: Declan Mcdonogh
Weight: 59.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Snagged a narrow win last start at Curragh and putting a tidy record together. Been in the money on multiple occasions this preparation and has a positive draw. Place claims.
Last Starts 27 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/10 | 16/08/2026 | - | 2Y MDN | $21,999.00 | Curragh | 1810m | GOOD | Dylan Browne Mcmonagle | 60.5kg | - | - | 11 |
| 0.5L | $2.50 |
| 2/4 | 01/08/2026 | - | 2yo | $21,999.00 | Galway | 1676m | GOOD TO YIELDING | J M Sheridan | 60.5kg | - | - | 4 |
| 0.75L | $2.50 |
| 4/6 | 13/07/2026 | - | 2Y MDN | $21,999.00 | Killarney | 1627m | GOOD | Dylan Browne Mcmonagle | 60.5kg | - | - | 3 |
| 1.5L | $17.00 |