The Henry Dwyer Racing stable has one runner today in IRISH PLAYBOY running at Sandown.
Sandown – Good (4)
Sandown is rated a Good 4 and with this being a twilight meeting, you’d think it will be a Good 3 come race seven. The Hillside track is a lovely, spacious course and from the mile start they have a long run into the first bend, so jockeys can take their time finding a spot. The rail is out 4m having been true at the most recent meeting and I’d think all horses will get their chance.
Race 7 (7:00 pm) Ladbrokes Cash In Handicap
No.2 IRISH PLAYBOY – Alana Kelly (Barrier 8)
IRISH PLAYBOY (8) heads to Sandown on Wednesday, where he will contest a 1500m BM64. He has drawn gate ten and Alana Kelly will ride.
IRISH PLAYBOY has a cracking first-up record – 5-2-1-0 – with both of those wins coming at 1400m, so the 1500m here looks ideal fresh. He has had two jump-outs to prepare for this, he does strike a very suitable race shape here with his preferred genuine tempo likely and the long run in at Sandown is ideal for his get back, run-on style. His best is good enough and if he’s screwed down to win, he can figure in the finish.
It’s a strong enough race for a Wednesday but he always runs well first up. We aren’t expecting anything in particular from him today and will be looking forward to seeing where he can go this prep. In saying that if he brings his best then he can certainly challenge today.
TAB WIN Fixed Odds – $19 (as at 12pm)