Opening Fireworks: Irish EBF Median Sires Series Maiden
The action kicks off at 13:42 with the Irish EBF Median Sires Series Maiden over 6 furlongs, boasting a €25,000 purse. Dawn Flame, Redemption Road, Substance, Coincidental Glory, Fire Up The Jets, Whistling Jamesie, Willofthepeople, Zarvali, Stella Amorosa, Iamimmaculate, Mushaffar, Servare, Carnival Spirit, Fontaine Khaled, Treasured Royal, Wedding Year, White Smoke, Lar Na Coille, Practical Move, and Trusty Tycoon all set to chase victory in this exciting opener.
Nursery Battles Heat Up
At 14:17, the Irish Stallion Farms EBF Nursery Handicap steps up over 6 furlongs with €35,000 in prize money. Young contenders including Sir Alfie, Raphello, Baker Blue, Profit Centre, Monte Vista, Award Ceremony, Gelato, Cisterna, Believe In Glory, Simmering Seas, Enthusiastically, and Luna Beaux will vie for early-season glory, showcasing Ireland’s promising juvenile talent.
Listed Stakes Brilliance: Mitsubishi Electric Curragh Irish EBF Curragh Stakes
The Curragh Stakes, a listed race over 5 furlongs, follows at 14:52 with a €50,000 purse. Notable runners Jack The Bachelor, Kansas, Namiid, Tertre Rouge, Whatchadoin, Ipanema Queen, and Rosie Frith are expected to provide an electrifying spectacle in one of the day’s headline contests.
Middle-Distance Showdowns: Royal Whip Stakes
At 15:27, The Newbridge Silverware Royal Whip Stakes over 1m2f offers €60,000 to the victor. Los Angeles, Galen, Crypto Force, Rock Of Cashel, Tangapour, and Zahrann bring pedigree and stamina to the track, making this a race that promises tactical intrigue and high drama.
Handicap Highlights and St. Leger Trials
The 16:02 handicap over 6 furlongs with €35,000 in prize money sees Queen Of Mougins, Heavenly Power, Kings Time, Charasson, Brigid’s Cloak, Apache Outlaw, Jon Riggens, Ja’marr, and Rappell testing their speed against stiff competition. Later, the Comer Group International Irish St. Leger Trial Stakes at 16:37, stretching 1m6f for €60,000, features Absurde, Dallas Star, Leinster, Uxmal, and Puppet Master in a key prep for autumn targets.
Late Afternoon Drama: Melbourne Cup Winner Handicap
At 17:10, the Robbie Dolan Melbourne Cup Winner Handicap runs over 1 mile for €18,000. The race brings together a competitive field of Heliogabalus, Mono River, God Knows, Auburn Avenue, Green Icon, Vivacious Lady, Zabeir, Spanish Temptress, Cordouan, El Bello, Purring Along, The Bog Bank, Calamint, Eutropia, Lohengrin, Withoutfurtherado, Justenzia, Tofino, Limestone Red, Saxon Kingdom, and Goldmoyne, promising thrilling head-to-heads.
Final Sprint: Closing Handicap
The day concludes at 17:45 with a 6-furlong handicap offering €18,000. Jered Maddox, Nezeeh, Irish Rumour, Carrigans Grove, Send Harry, Devil’s Angel, Nammos, Hero Of The Hour, Annie Lavinia, Bluebelardo, Von Krolock, American In Paris, Cu Chulainn, and Hell Left Loose will battle to end Summer Saturday Race Day at Curragh Racecourse on a high note.
With exhilarating races across distances and classes, Summer Saturday Race Day at Curragh Racecourse promises a perfect blend of competitive horse racing and family-friendly excitement. For more details, visit the Curragh Racecourse official website. For more information on international racing and the latest global highlights, visit RaceBuzz’s dedicated international racing section.
