Naas Race 3 - Matchbook El Classico 100 Moneyback Special Irish Ebf Maiden
CONFUCIUS (3) sets the standard after a narrow 2nd at the Curragh over 1005m on soft, beaten 0.05L, and the step to 1193m looks within reach. BULL SHARK (2) has twice placed at the Curragh, including 3rd over 1207m last start, and brings the most race experience. TWO BRIGADE (6) needs to lift after finishing 8th of 8 on debut at the Curragh. Newcomers SELWYN (5), LUCA BRILLANTE (7), GIVE ME LIBERTY (4) and ALASKAN BEAR (1) add interest but lack exposed form.
Jockey: James Ryan
Weight: 60.5kgs
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Two-year-old colt by Kodiac on debut for J Davison. Carries 60.5kg from barrier 6 with James Ryan booked. Profile is unexposed but breeding suggests speed. Can feature with the right run.
Jockey: Donagh O'Connor
Weight: 60.5kgs
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Has been around the mark with 3rd at the Curragh over 1005m on 15 Mar on HEAVY, beaten 3.45L at $7. Second-up he ran 3rd again at the Curragh over 1207m on 19 Apr on SOFT, 7.75L behind Great Barrier Reef at $4. Two-year-old colt by Mehmas from barrier 5 for Robson Aguiar with 60.5kg. Consistent early profile; can feature with the right run.
Last Starts 20 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/7 | 19/04/2026 | - | 2Y MDN | $21,999.00 | Curragh | 1207m | SOFT | David Egan | 60.5kg | - | - | 6 |
| 7.75L | $4.00 |
| 3/7 | 15/03/2026 | - | 2Y MDN | $21,999.00 | Curragh | 1005m | HEAVY | Rowan Scott | 60.5kg | - | - | 2 |
| 3.45L | $7.00 |
Jockey: Wayne Lordan
Weight: 60.5kgs
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Debut run was narrow, finishing 2nd at Curragh over 1005m on 3 Apr, beaten 0.05L on soft at $2.25 behind Lars Soldier with 60.5kg. The 2yo colt by No Nay Never now draws barrier 2 and retains 60.5kg. Trainer A P O'Brien switches to Wayne Lordan after Ryan Moore rode first-up. Can feature with natural improvement and the softer draw.
Last Starts 36 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 | 03/04/2026 | - | 2Y MDN | $30,000.00 | Curragh | 1005m | SOFT | Ryan L Moore | 60.5kg | - | - | 6 |
| 0.05L | $2.25 |
Jockey: Billy Lee
Weight: 60.5kgs
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Two-year-old gelding by The Irish Rover on debut. Draws barrier 1 for Billy Lee and W Mccreery from Kildare, carrying 60.5kg. Unexposed and profiles as a clean slate. Can feature with a smooth run from the inside gate.
Jockey: Colin Keane
Weight: 60.5kgs
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Two-year-old colt by Sioux Nation on debut for G M Lyons. Colin Keane rides from barrier 7 with 60.5kg. Breeding suggests speed influences. Can feature with a professional run.
Jockey: Jamie Powell
Weight: 60.5kgs
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Second-up after debut at Curragh over 1005m on 3 Apr, finishing 8th of 8 on soft by 28.05L at $13. Steps up 188m in trip and again carries 60.5kg. Jamie Powell rides for M O'Callaghan from barrier 4. Can improve with added experience.
Last Starts 36 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 | 03/04/2026 | - | 2Y MDN | $30,000.00 | Curragh | 1005m | SOFT | Leigh Roche | 60.5kg | - | - | 4 |
| 28.05L | $13.00 |
Jockey: Chris Hayes
Weight: 58kgs
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Two-year-old filly by No Nay Never on debut for D K Weld. Draws barrier 3 with Chris Hayes to ride at 58kg. Breeding out of Making Light suggests some speed. Can feature with a clean break.