Anticipation runs high as the stage is set at Roscommon Racecourse where the thrill of jumping meets the charm of the Irish countryside. With a packed card of eight races, competitive fields, and the unmistakable buzz of race day in the air, the track promises edge-of-the-seat action, bold riding, and memorable finishes. Whether chasing form or simply soaking in the spectacle, Roscommon is ready to deliver a feast of racing drama.
The racing event begins at 16:30 with The Knockcroghery Claiming Hurdle, kicking off the card over a testing 2m4f125yds with a prize fund of €10,000. The star runners are So Des Flos, War Correspondent, Portarlington, Allo Al Khawaneej, Ciao Adios, Dollar Value, Must Meet Cecil, Ahead Of The Posse, Retreat Archie, and Balkito.
Following the opener, attention turns to The Adare Manor Opportunity Maiden Hurdle at 17:05, run over the same distance and offering a prize of €12,000. The key contenders are Butch Coolidge, ChanceitLucky, Cooladdi, Couldntmakeitup, Daring Move, Jasmin Des Blins, Jigsaw Juke, Kilooney Hill, Last Man D’Arcy, Lauro’s Legend, Luck Between Us, March On Dave, Theatrical Getaway, and Vicar Street.
At 17:40, The Frenchpark Maiden Hurdle (Div 1) comes into action with a prize fund of €10,000, run over 1m7f204yds. The notable runners are Royad, Lion Of The Desert, Marfa, Ned In The Park, Rememberthename, Ryan’s Son, Slea Head, Boola Times, Coolboy Christy, Fourtwofour, Hudson, We’re Back Again, Zaryagle, Hope She Flies, Bhean Saibhre, and Glitz And Glamour.
The evening continues with The Frenchpark Maiden Hurdle (Div 2) at 18:13, also over 1m7f204yds with a €10,000 purse. The contenders include River Derwent, Bella Colombia, Gypsy Poet, Little Boy Sivola, Move It On Over, Seeitoldya, Young Churchill, Astelia, Belle Of Boston, Rosie Brown, Lady Maxios, and Tudorista.
At 18:43, attention shifts to the classy SuperValu Co. Roscommon Ladies Day Novice Hurdle, a contest for rising stars over 1m7f204yds with a €15,000 prize fund. Leading entries include Fairbanks, Kainsbourg, Yoradreamer, Eyeeye, and La Note Verte.
Next up is The REMAX Team Earley Handicap Hurdle at 19:13, a highly competitive race over 1m7f204yds for €10,000. The runners are Torquay Road, Jerrari, Patty O’Farrell, Pampar Lady, Rhythmic Tune, Spricklestown, Applejack Poet, Diamond Approach, Baron Blake, Reinado, Kate I’ll Know, Mayo For Sam, Pebble To A Pearl, You Make Me Smile, Mollys Dolly, and Destivelle.
The penultimate contest, The Roscommon Herald Handicap Hurdle, gets underway at 19:43 over a stamina-sapping 3m149yds, with another €10,000 at stake. The contenders include Parkgarve, Smackwater Jack, Keep It Cool, Arrycan, The Striker Dylan, Technology, Cordal Boy, Container Madness, Spellacy’s Cross, Racing Daisy, What A Flirth, Milan Dollar Lady, Small Town Hero, Somerset Hill, Oscar Tonic, and Killala Bay.
The day comes to a close with the Irish Stallion Farms EBF Mares (Ladies Pro/Am) Flat Race at 20:13, a graceful 1m7f204yds finale carrying a prize of €11,000. The field features Barra Rua, Fraher Field, Galileo Springs, Moon Mariner, Palpatate, Run For Mahler, Tina Yeats, Hello Johnjoe, and Master Sydney.
