Roscommon Set for Thrilling Seven-Race Card on Monday Evening
The buzz at Roscommon Racecourse will be palpable on Monday, 1st September, as trainers, jockeys, and racing enthusiasts gather for a compact seven-race evening card. Excitement is already building in the paddock, with horses being saddled and riders exchanging last-minute words of encouragement. For many connections, a simple kiss on the neck of a favourite horse, a reassuring pat, or the thrill of seeing their colours parade on the track encapsulates the emotional heartbeat of race day.
The opening race, the Irish EBF Median Sires Series, kicks off at 16:12 over 7 furlongs and 94 yards, boasting €25,000 in prize money. A field of nine declared runners promises a lively test of balance and speed, with horses like Felix Somary, Summer Is Tomorrow, Green Soul, and Red Autumn expected to battle for early dominance.
Following closely, the Elphin Handicap at 16:45, a seven-furlong, €10,000 contest, will favour smart race-riding and tactical awareness. Selective Power, Shelbourne Flyer, Angels Instead, and Eric Lock (GB) are among those likely to set the pace in a field of fifteen.
The Lidan Handicap, run at 17:15 over the same trip for €20,000, is expected to see progressive sprinter-milers clash with seasoned handicappers. Rowdy Yeats, Kodilicious, Pierre Royal, and Sea Eagle (GB) will be ones to watch as positioning and stamina come into play down the closing furlong.
Shifting to middle distances, the Lecarrow Race (17:45, 1m 2f 63yds, €17,000) rewards horses who can travel and quicken effectively around Roscommon’s bends. Sonoran, Viking Invasion, Vorfreude, and Kibris are expected to challenge for honours in this eight-runner contest.
The extended Racing Here Again on September 29th Maiden at 18:15 over 1m 4f 17yds (€12,000) tests staying potential and late-developing talent. He Who Dares, Master Sydney, Simurgh, and Juniper Sling are notable entries in what promises to be a strong stamina examination for young horses.
The Oran Handicap (18:45, 1m 4f 17yds, €13,000) and the closing Roscommon Racecourse on Facebook Handicap (19:15, 1m 4f 17yds, €10,000) will reward well-timed, sustained efforts in fields of sixteen and fourteen, respectively. Burran Song, Clear Quartz, Northern Ruler (GB), and Derry Lad headline the Oran Handicap, while Sottsands, What’s New, Real Petite (GER), and Nancee Spain anchor the finale.
Roscommon’s seven-race evening will combine tactical riding, stamina tests, and speed battles, with connections and racing fans alike eagerly anticipating tight finishes and potential surprises. From the Irish EBF Median Sires opener to the staying battles at the close, Monday’s fixture promises a compact yet thrilling showcase of racing talent.
As the season moves into September, Roscommon’s seven-race meeting highlights the blend of strategy, skill, and raw equine talent that makes horse racing so compelling. Trainers and jockeys will aim for precision, while racing enthusiasts can expect memorable contests throughout the evening, making the Roscommon meeting a key date on the September calendar.
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