Summer arrives with breathtaking, heart-pounding racing action at Naas Racecourse. Nestled in the heart of County Kildare, Naas stands as a premier destination for top-tier horse racing. Hosting 20 thrilling race meetings annually, this iconic venue showcases an exciting blend of flat and jump racing, attracting some of the finest equine talent and leading trainers from across Ireland and beyond.
Naas Racecourse is all set to host its highly anticipated steeplechase fixture on July 5th, adding to the excitement of the July Summer Racing Festival. The action kicks off at 13:57 with The EMS Copiers Irish EBF Fillies Maiden. This 5f sprint features a competitive field and offers €18,000 in prize money. Key runners include BY THE LAKE, CACTUS, CARNIVAL SPIRIT, DARWIN’S ANGEL, EAT PRAY RUN, ELZA DIVA, FLEUR DE ROSE, LADY LANDHORT, MONTE VISTA, PRACTICAL MOVE, PRAIRIE ECHOES, SIMMERING SEAS, SMART SIOUX, TORNADO KISS, and WAR SAINT.
The second contest, The Irish EBF Median Sires Series Race, goes to post at 14:32. Covering 5f 205yds, this competitive sprint features promising juveniles with a prize purse of €25,000. Expected to be a fast-paced affair, key contenders include SIR ALFIE, DOWN THE GLEN, JUST A CITY BOY, NEOLITHIC, RIDERSINTHESKY (GER), THE PIPER’S CALL, HOWD’YADOIT, THEROADTOSERFDOM, and STONE BEAR.
At 15:07, The GMC Group Supporting Naas GAA Senior Football Race Day Apprentice Handicap provides another burst of excitement. Over 5f 205yds, this contest carries a prize pot of €10,000. Leading runners include CARRIGANS GROVE, ROSATO, ERUPTION, ARCOIRIS, GOLDMOYNE, HERO OF THE HOUR, TAUDENI, JACKANDTHEFOX, STANHOPE, ANNIE LAVINIA, PINMONEY, AMERICAN IN PARIS, JAMES THE SECOND, MIQDAAD, LIVINGSTON RANGE, FAR AT SEA, HELL LEFT LOOSE, LAKOTA LADY, and BREATH OF YOU.
The Irish Stallion Farms EBF Fillies Handicap follows at 15:42, covering 5f 205yds. Exclusively for fillies, this race offers €24,000 in prize money and promises fierce competition. Notable entries include GAZELLE D’OR, OXFORD ROCK, WHERE’S CLARE, WHITE CLOVER, AGOUTI BEAR, AURORA NOVA, IRISH RUMOUR, KWA HERINI, and TROPICAL RETREAT.
A major highlight of the day is The Irish EBF Pat Smullen Stakes (Listed) at 16:17. Run over 1 mile, this prestigious contest boasts €45,000 in prize money and features DAYTONA, FLANKER JET, GREEN SOUL, NORTH COAST, WYMAN, BLUE BLUE MOON, GENCHEV, and LEBLON QUEEN among the star-studded line-up.
The Gener8 Engineering Handicap begins at 16:50, offering €10,000 over a testing 1m 2f 84yds trip. Notable contenders are AMAVASYA, CHURCHILL GALE, BLACKJACK HILLS, GALAXY WONDER, WELLWHATSHAPPENIN, CASHELDALE LASS, MISCHIEF MAN, WHATS NEW, ELVETHAM, LISNADILL, VERVAIN, UNDEFEATABLE, WASITTHEWAY, GODDAUGHTER, and MISS AMERICANA.
The action-packed card concludes at 17:20 with The TRM Calphormin Rated Race over 7f. With €22,000 in prize money, competitors include STORM PIECE, FIRST WAVE, ICEFORD, FINGERPAINT, KODILICIOUS, MATHAN, and GRAN HABANO.
With high-quality racing and top-class talent on display, Naas Racecourse once again delivers a spectacular summer racing experience.
