4:02 Dundalk Tips

Mark has been steadily dropping and has now reached a career-low level off which he can be very competitive. Has won four times previously off this distance and can add to that here.

Highly consistent with a long string of placed efforts and 2 wins from the last 9 runs. Will be the one to beat if running to the same usual level.

Was rated 88 when having last run for B.Meehan back in UK . Has only ran twice for S.Thorne 5th over 6f & then ran better finishing 4th over CD on last run staying on in final furlong . Has been dropped 3Lb for that run & claimer takes a further 3Lb off , should go closer than last run for yard who saddled winner of race last year .

This 6-year-old has demonstrated exceptional reliability and form over 7f in Irish handicap and claiming races, having achieved wins, places, or close finishes in many runs over this trip, often while carrying significant weights. This suggests he is both effective and competitive at this range. He was overly eager last time out over 1m, so the reduction in distance will be beneficial. He appears to be a strong contender with the jockey's 7 lb claim and offers great value each-way at 12/1.