8:22 Ballinrobe Tips

Following a commendable 2nd place at Navan not long ago, he looks like a worthwhile each-way option at reasonable odds. With a return to a flat handicap mark of 73, he has shown his prowess on yielding ground and is making a significant step up in distance to 1m 5f, which suits his staying profile exceptionally well.

Consistent form in maidens, including a couple of placed efforts, and likely to take a step forward now running in a handicap for the first time. Steps back up in trip, and that looks a positive move. Underfoot conditions should also suit. This doesn't look a great race and can reward at a decent price.

Trainer Andrew McNamara is in good form and sends his Superficial into this after a good second when pulling 11 lengths clear with another, when the third has won since, boosting the form. Young jockey J. S. Dalton keeps the ride and can claim the full 7 lb here. Got to be thereabouts.

4-time winner. Runs off a mark of 65. Not ruled out of this, as stepping back in trip will help. Jockey takes off a useful 5 extra lb.

Eben Zaabeel showed progression without winning for Charlie Hills but showed definite signs of ability. Not done too much in two runs for Tony Martin, but I'd expect more tonight from this well-bred gelding. First run in Ireland came over hurdles after a long layoff, then ran over a trip that would be too short. Bred for this trip and should improve a good deal, as long as he settles (wears a hood for the first time).