Saturday was a mixed day for my picks at Leopardstown, in the 3.10 Federal was a non-runner in a race won by Power Under Me while in the big Group 3 Hiawatha finished 2nd. The 7/4 favourite tracked the leaders and had made headway to dispute 2nd when badly hampered 2 out. He recovered to challenge from a furlong out leading briefly inside the final furlong. He kept on at the same pace being passed on the line by Speirling Beag who won by a short head.
A busy Sunday sees 8 races at both The Curragh and Limerick where 3 stand out.
The Curragh 3.10: Hatstone Solicitors Waterford Testimonial Stakes.
4: Moss Tucker: A useful horse who was a very creditable fifth behind The Platinum Queen in the Prix De L'Abbaye at Longchamp when last seen 3 weeks ago. That run showed that returning to 6f here should suit and he holds the edge on form.
Limerick 3.35: JT McNamara Ladbrokes Munster National Handicap Chase.
11: Ain't That A Shame: A good horse who failed to meet expectations when 13th in the Kim Muir at the Cheltenham Festival when last seen. Despite being off 7 months his previous form should be taken into account and with his trainer going well he is worth another chance on his season return.
The Curragh 3.45: Comer Group International Loughbrown Stakes (Group 3)
1: Baron Samedi: Was a creditable 3rd behind Kyprios in the Vintage Crop at Navan on his last outing in April. He has the best form in this field so a 6 month absence shouldn't worry him and he should open his account for the season.
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