Naas Race 5 - Irish Racing Writers Association Madrid Handicap (Premier Handicap)
CAUSEWAY (1) Fresh today. Showed promise when winning by 2 1/4L last start at Curragh and has drawn the rails. Has plenty of early speed. Racing in stronger company. Must respect. SON OF BEAUTY (4) Was fighting out the finish when winning by a short half head last run at Dundalk but facing formidable competition. Definite claims. BREAKING DAWN (5) Backing up quickly. Was all too good winning by 2 1/2L last time at Curragh but competing in a more challenging class. In the mix. COTAI LIGHTS (10) Caught the eye when 3rd beaten by 3 1/2L last time at Newcastle and good career start. Should jump out and bowl along. Racing in stronger company. Can go on with it.
Jockey: R L Moore
Weight: 62.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Resuming after a break. Was first to greet the judge when winning by 2 1/4L last start at Curragh and has the ideal draw. Should race on the speed. Capable of winning this.
Last Starts 169 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 | 04/10/2025 | - | C & G | $20,000.00 | Curragh | 1408m | SOFT | Wayne Lordan | 59.5kg | - | - | 7 |
| 2.25L | $2.38 |
| 4/9 | 20/09/2025 | - | C & G | $25,000.00 | Gowran Park | 1609m | HEAVY | J Cleary | 59.5kg | - | - | 1 |
| 5.5L | $8.50 |
Jockey: Shane Foley
Weight: 62.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Had a break from racing and returns to competition. Jumped at $8.00 and unsatisfactory performance when 8th last start at Dundalk and competing at a higher grade. Watching with interest.
Last Starts 163 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/8 | 10/10/2025 | - | Listed | $47,500.00 | Dundalk | 1408m | GOOD | J Cleary | 59.5kg | - | - | 1 |
| 5.75L | $8.00 |
| 1/11 | 18/09/2025 | - | 2Y MDN | $15,000.00 | Naas | 1005m | SOFT | J Cleary | 60.5kg | - | - | 1 |
| 3L | $4.33 |
| 8/28 | 09/08/2025 | - | 2yo | $20,000.00 | Curragh | 1207m | GOOD | Wayne Lordan | 60.5kg | - | - | 9 |
| 11.55L | $10.00 |
Jockey: D Egan
Weight: 60kgs
Stats
Comments
Claimed a tight victory last run at Dundalk but racing against tougher rivals. Will be positive in the run early. Racing consistently this preparation. Betting is the best guide.
Last Starts 9 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/5 | 13/03/2026 | - | 3yo | $20,000.00 | Dundalk | 1207m | GOOD | Mikey Sheehy | 59.5kg | - | - | 3 |
| 0.01L | $8.50 |
| 4/9 | 27/02/2026 | - | 3yo | $40,001.00 | Dundalk | 1609m | GOOD | M P Sheehy | 61kg | - | - | 2 |
| 8.25L | $13.00 |
| 2/6 | 06/02/2026 | - | 3yo | $16,998.00 | Dundalk | 1408m | GOOD | Rowan Scott | 61kg | - | - | 5 |
| 0.05L | $3.25 |
| 1/13 | 23/01/2026 | - | Div 2 | $15,000.00 | Dundalk | 1408m | GOOD | Gary Carroll | 61kg | - | - | 1 |
| 0.5L | $3.50 |
| 3/14 | 09/01/2026 | - | 3Y MDN | $12,000.00 | Dundalk | 1609m | GOOD | Donagh Oconnor | 61kg | - | - | 2 |
| 9L | $2.62 |
| 2/14 | 26/11/2025 | - | 2Y MDN | $18,001.00 | Dundalk | 1408m | GOOD | David Egan | 60.5kg | - | - | 15 |
| 3L | $11.00 |
| 4/4 | 24/07/2025 | - | Group 3 | $60,000.00 | Leopardstown | 1460m | GOOD | J A Heffernan | 59.5kg | - | - | 3 |
| 113L | $51.00 |
| 6/7 | 05/07/2025 | - | Listed | $45,001.00 | Naas | 1609m | GOOD | J A Heffernan | 59kg | - | - | 7 |
| 18.5L | $23.00 |
| 4/10 | 04/06/2025 | - | 2Y MDN | $20,000.00 | Curragh | 1408m | GOOD | Colin Keane | 60.5kg | - | - | 3 |
| 1.3L | $5.00 |
Jockey: Jack Kearney
Weight: 59.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Fought on gamely when winning by a short half head last run at Dundalk but competing at a higher class. Jockey Jack Kearney is in top form for this yard. Has strong claims.
Last Starts 16 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 | 06/03/2026 | - | 3yo | $16,998.00 | Dundalk | 1609m | GOOD | Jack Kearney | 61kg | - | - | 3 |
| 0.2L | $4.00 |
| 3/13 | 23/01/2026 | - | Div 2 | $15,000.00 | Dundalk | 1408m | GOOD | Jack Kearney | 61kg | - | - | 4 |
| 0.8L | $12.00 |
Jockey: Colin Keane
Weight: 58.5kgs
Stats
Comments
On a quick turnaround. Bold effort to win by 2 1/2L last time at Curragh on a heavy surface but up in grade. Good chance of taking this out.
Last Starts 7 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/16 | 15/03/2026 | - | 3UP MDN | $20,000.00 | Curragh | 1207m | HEAVY | Colin Keane | 60.5kg | - | - | 11 |
| 2.5L | $3.25 |
| 4/8 | 11/10/2025 | - | Smullen Series | $25,000.00 | Naas | 1609m | SOFT | Colin Keane | 60.5kg | - | - | 1 |
| 4.25L | $5.50 |
| 4/16 | 18/09/2025 | - | 2Y MDN | $18,001.00 | Naas | 1408m | SOFT | Leigh Roche | 60.5kg | - | - | 11 |
| 2.3L | $17.00 |
Jockey: Andrew Slattery
Weight: 58kgs
Stats
Comments
Back after a spell. Tidy effort when 3rd last time at Leopardstown and solid career start. Facing a stronger group of contenders. Should definitely be in your tricast bets.
Last Starts 155 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/12 | 18/10/2025 | - | 2Y HCP | $30,000.00 | Leopardstown | 1609m | SOFT | Andrew Slattery | 61kg | - | - | 4 |
| 3.25L | $13.00 |
| 1/9 | 22/09/2025 | - | Smullen Series | $25,000.00 | Listowel | 1609m | HEAVY | Andrew Slattery | 56kg | - | - | 1 |
| 5.5L | $7.50 |
| 6/7 | 09/09/2025 | - | 2Y FILLIES MDN | $25,000.00 | Galway | 1408m | SOFT | Declan Mcdonogh | 55kg | - | - | 7 |
| 5.3L | $2.50 |
| 3/7 | 24/07/2025 | - | 2Y FILLIES MDN | $25,000.00 | Leopardstown | 1460m | GOOD | Andrew Slattery | 55kg | - | - | 7 |
| 6.25L | $5.00 |
Jockey: Chris Hayes
Weight: 58kgs
Stats
Comments
Back from spell. Jumped at $5.00 and not in contention when 5th last start at Listowel and racing in stronger company. Gets some weight taken off. Possible place chance.
Last Starts 180 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/5 | 23/09/2025 | - | 2Y | $30,000.00 | Listowel | 1609m | HEAVY | P Mcgettigan | 61.5kg | - | - | 6 |
| 13.5L | $5.00 |
| 2/8 | 01/09/2025 | - | 2Y | $25,000.00 | Roscommon | 1494m | SOFT | Christopher D Hayes | 57kg | - | - | 5 |
| 0.75L | $6.50 |
| 5/5 | 24/07/2025 | - | Fillies' Group 3 | $60,000.00 | Leopardstown | 1460m | GOOD | Christopher D Hayes | 58kg | - | - | 6 |
| 8.45L | $15.00 |
| 1/9 | 03/07/2025 | - | 2Y FILLIES MDN | $25,000.00 | Bellewstown | 1601m | GOOD | Christopher D Hayes | 57kg | - | - | 4 |
| 5L | $3.25 |
| 7/17 | 12/06/2025 | - | 2Y FILLIES MDN | $25,000.00 | Leopardstown | 1451m | SOFT | Christopher D Hayes | 57kg | - | - | 3 |
| 6.25L | $13.00 |
Jockey: Ronan Whelan
Weight: 57.5kgs
Stats
Comments
First up and secured the win by a slim margin first up last preparation at Sligo. Should muster plenty of early toe. Matched against a stronger field. Will need to find a few more lengths.
Last Starts 162 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/14 | 11/10/2025 | - | 2Y HCP | $49,998.00 | Naas | 1193m | SOFT | Rory Mulligan | 60.5kg | - | - | 14 |
| 6.85L | $17.00 |
| 4/8 | 01/09/2025 | - | 2Y | $25,000.00 | Roscommon | 1494m | SOFT | Ronan P Whelan | 62kg | - | - | 4 |
| 7.5L | $19.00 |
| 1/10 | 06/08/2025 | - | 2Y MDN | $21,001.00 | Sligo | 1226m | GOOD | Ronan P Whelan | 60.5kg | - | - | 1 |
| 0.2L | $8.00 |
Jockey: Oisin Murphy
Weight: 56.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Showed a good turn of foot when 3rd last time at Newcastle and promising career start. Has shown early pace in races to date. Up against a more competitive field. Great chance.
Last Starts 16 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/5 | 06/03/2026 | - | GBB Race | $9,837.00 | Newcastle | 1207m | GOOD | Oisin Mcsweeney | 61.5kg | - | 4-4-4-3-3-3 | 1 |
| 3.5L | $7.00 |
| 1/10 | 22/11/2025 | - | GBB Race | $6,689.00 | Newcastle | 1207m | GOOD | Barry Mchugh | 59.5kg | - | 2-2-2-1-1-1 | 7 |
| 3.5L | $5.50 |
| 7/14 | 06/11/2025 | - | 2 | $29,511.00 | Chelmsford | 1609m | GOOD | Oisin Mcsweeney | 59kg | - | - | 8 |
| 6.25L | $13.00 |
Jockey: James Ryan
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
At $13.00 average performance when 7th last run at Dundalk and facing a stronger grade. Gets a reduction in weight. May find these too slick.
Last Starts 23 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 | 27/02/2026 | - | 3yo | $40,001.00 | Dundalk | 1609m | GOOD | J J G Ryan | 60kg | - | - | 9 |
| 13.5L | $13.00 |
| 2/7 | 03/12/2025 | - | 2Y | $21,999.00 | Dundalk | 1408m | GOOD | J J G Ryan | 57kg | - | - | 1 |
| 3.25L | $4.00 |
| 1/14 | 10/10/2025 | - | 2Y FILLIES MDN | $25,000.00 | Dundalk | 1408m | GOOD | J J G Ryan | 56kg | - | - | 6 |
| 4.5L | $34.00 |
| 8/14 | 19/09/2025 | - | 2yo | $18,001.00 | Dundalk | 1207m | GOOD | R Whearty | 56kg | - | - | 15 |
| 5.8L | $51.00 |
Jockey: Rory Cleary
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
First run back from a break. Amongst the placegetters when 2nd last run at Dundalk but stepping up to a higher level. Demonstrating upward trajectory in recent races. Dropping weight. Needs significant improvement.
Last Starts 149 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/14 | 24/10/2025 | - | Smullen Series | $25,000.00 | Dundalk | 1609m | GOOD | Adam Caffrey | 58kg | - | - | 11 |
| 0.75L | $4.00 |
| 4/13 | 08/10/2025 | - | 2Y MDN | $15,000.00 | Navan | 1645m | SOFT | Adam Caffrey | 60.5kg | - | - | 6 |
| 4.45L | $21.00 |
| 7/16 | 18/09/2025 | - | 2Y MDN | $25,000.00 | Naas | 1408m | SOFT | Adam Caffrey | 58.5kg | - | - | 16 |
| 7.85L | $15.00 |
Jockey: Reese Holohan
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
Fresh after spell of 26 weeks. Started at $41.00 and fairly underwhelming when 7th last time at Gowran Park and facing formidable competition. Reese Holohan provides some weight relief. Entitled to be a big price.
Last Starts 183 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 | 20/09/2025 | - | C & G | $25,000.00 | Gowran Park | 1609m | HEAVY | Jamie Powell | 59.5kg | - | - | 3 |
| 10.55L | $41.00 |
| 6/7 | 30/08/2025 | - | C & G | $20,000.00 | Curragh | 1609m | GOOD | Ronan P Whelan | 59.5kg | - | - | 8 |
| 7L | $51.00 |
| 6/9 | 02/08/2025 | - | 2Y MDN | $20,000.00 | Galway | 1676m | GOOD | Ronan P Whelan | 60.5kg | - | - | 1 |
| 9.8L | $17.00 |
Jockey: Wayne Lordan
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
On a quick back up. Odds of $9.00 and ran 4th last run at Curragh but has a good draw. Gets back and needs luck. Highly unlikely it will trouble the judge.
Last Starts 7 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/12 | 15/03/2026 | - | 3UP HCP | $21,001.00 | Curragh | 1207m | HEAVY | Andrew Slattery | 54kg | - | - | 7 |
| 1.65L | $9.00 |
| 2/11 | 11/02/2026 | - | 3Y HCP | $11,499.00 | Dundalk | 1408m | GOOD | Seamie Heffernan | 61kg | - | - | 10 |
| 0.05L | $17.00 |
| 8/14 | 14/10/2025 | - | 2Y HCP | $11,499.00 | Dundalk | 1207m | GOOD | Andrew Slattery | 61.5kg | - | - | 5 |
| 3.35L | $8.00 |
| 8/12 | 28/08/2025 | - | 2Y HCP | $13,000.00 | Navan | 1170m | SOFT | J A Heffernan | 59.5kg | - | - | 4 |
| 9.5L | $11.00 |
| 5/14 | 14/08/2025 | - | 2Y MDN | $18,001.00 | Cork | 1005m | GOOD | Andrew Slattery | 58kg | - | - | 6 |
| 2.5L | $41.00 |
| 4/13 | 28/04/2025 | - | 2Y FILLIES MDN | $18,001.00 | Naas | 1193m | SOFT | J A Heffernan | 58kg | - | - | 6 |
| 8.75L | $67.00 |
| 6/10 | 06/04/2025 | - | 2Y FILLIES MDN | $18,001.00 | Cork | 1005m | GOOD | J A Heffernan | 58kg | - | - | 1 |
| 4.2L | $51.00 |