7:15 Dundalk Tips

Inishfallen has been well backed ahead of his first start for a new trainer and his first time back on the AW since his sole win, which came at Kempton. He had some very good form for Brian Meehan, the best being a close second in a Group 3. His form has been in and out this year, but this could spark a resurgence.

Was unlucky to find himself against Sir Les Patterson, who denied him a double here a fortnight ago. Now goes off a pound lighter. Major factor.

Great chance tonight at the weights. Horse loves this track. Jockey knows how to get a tune out of the horse. Big chance at a nice price.

Little Empire has been very consistent at this track over various trips. Dropped down to a sprint last time and went well when not really expected. Should be in the vanguard come lollipop time.

Recent 'C' grade win here three starts back. Dropping in grade today. 5 to 6f on the all-weather are his best conditions. Last time out he ran too soon, so has a credible excuse. Solid jockey booking in Shane Foley.

This C/D winner has a 33 percent strike rate @ Dundalk so clearly likes it here. Won a claimer here over C/D 4 runs back and although this is a better handicap they are 2lb lower. Return to 6f a plus, solid draw, very good upcoming apprentice retains ride taking off 5lb and very shrewd trainer best here with his 4yo plus last 5 seasons, making current 8/1 decent Ew value.

Brewing comes back 40 days after his Curragh flop on deep ground, so we know he doesn't like that. He does love this 7f, with a 67% win strike rate here, plus 22% overall wins and 40% on Polytrack places. So he has a very good chance here from stall 6, which is an ideal mid draw to stalk the pace. He has a hold-up style, so with McCullagh onboard this Showcasing pedigree has the speed and thrives on the Dundalk Poly. His mark of 81 is low enough now for that bounce back, as he has won off higher.

An open-looking sprint handicap where course-and-distance winner Clonmacash appeals at a generous-looking 14/1. A recent run will have him straight, and previously he was in fine form, winning once and finishing runner-up twice in stronger-looking races.

Some poor form figures prior to 99 day break so arrives here fresh & is a multi winner here at course from 5-7f , last CD win back in April 2024 but has won 3 times since twice here & once at Laytown . Claimer takes a welcome 10Lb off , could be a good thing , could be a hindrance .

These look like big odds for a horse dropping into this class. Top connections will know how to place this horse. After showing ability in Listed and Group races, this horse should not be underestimated in a handicap.