Full credit needs to be given to Ascot and Haydock yesterday, who did all they could to ensure a great day's racing in tough conditions to bring an end to British racing before the Christmas period. The only meeting for us to look at today takes place at Thurles, and with no news of an inspection currently, the meeting should hopefully go ahead.
13.30 Thurles
Gigginstown are represented by three of the five runners in this race, all to different trainers, but MIDNIGHT GAME is clearly the first choice and this looks an easy enough encounter for the top rated horse in the race. He raced in some top class company last year without landing much and this lower grade should be well within his range, as shown by a comfotable win at Fairyhouse last time out. The closest rival on ratings and past performances is Joxer, who finished half a length behind the selection this time last year. Although in receipt of 10 pounds today, and even on that close result last year, Willie Mullins' charge should have enough class to take this. 8/15 Bet365
14.00 Thurles
A large affair but UNIKA LA RECONCE is taken to land a quickfire double for Mullins. Walsh has already stated how he is looking forward to the ride, who is the trainer's latest recruit from France. Bigger tasks than this are expected for the daughter of Robin Des Champs and this can be a successful Irish debut. Of the rest of the field Speckled Wood and Geraldine Gold look most likely to cause a problem for the selection. 10/11 several
14.30 Thurles
Another tricky encounter to work out, many will fancy Gortroe who was second last time out in a race where he had to concede a stone to the winner. Bowfinger returns to the track after a long time out but has some fair chase form in the past but may be susceptible to a younger type here, primarily CABALLO DE MARCUS, who can give his jockey a second victory for the day. Others to consider include The Procrastinator and War Correspondent.
Good luck!
The Horse Whisperer
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