Our Ballinrobe racing tips cover all 7 races on the card today, Monday 20th July 2026. The action gets underway at 17:10 and runs through to 20:10, with going reported as GOOD, Good to yielding in places (Watering).
A few names jump off the page from a course-form perspective. Brewel Hill boasts a 33.33% strike rate from 3 runs at the track, Dylan Browne McMonagle has been in fine form here with 14 wins from 34 rides, Alan McIntyre’s yard sends out runners with a 40% strike rate at this venue. Below you’ll find race-by-race breakdowns with our top selections, live odds and tipster picks.
Tipster Performance at Ballinrobe
Here’s how the leading tipsters have fared at Ballinrobe over the last two years (minimum 10 selections):
| Tipster | Source | Selections | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Flanagan | Irish Daily Star | 16 | 3 | 18.75% | 62.5% |
| The Irish Sun | The Irish Sun | 17 | 1 | 5.88% | 41.18% |
17:10 – Tote Guarantee Never Beaten By SP Claiming Race
Race Details: 1m 1f | | Going: GOOD, Good to yielding in places (Watering) | | flat
This is a fairly ordinary claiming race on paper, but it is not short on angles. Battling Siki has the highest rating in the field and drops into a very winnable grade off just 120lb, while Minaun View arrives in obvious form after back-to-back wins and looks the solid recent yardstick despite stepping into deeper waters. Denis Hogan saddles both Concert Party and Kashel Spring, and either would have a say if bouncing back from low-key reappearances. Shelbourne Flyer is another who could improve for this level, but plenty of these have had their chances and a few look badly out of sorts. In truth, it is not a strong race, but the combination of claims, weights and current momentum makes it a slightly tricky little puzzle.
Top Selections
1. Battling Siki – 11/4 with Bet365
Jockey: Gavin Ryan | Trainer: Mark Fahey | Form: 74593 | Rating: 85 | Topspeed: 40
He makes plenty of appeal in this company. Battling Siki is the best horse in the race on official figures, yet gets in here carrying only 120lb, which is a major edge in a claiming contest like this. His recent form does not leap off the page at first glance, but that latest third suggested he was at least holding his form well enough, and this is easier than some of the races he has been contesting. Gavin Ryan is a positive booking and, at 11/4, he looks the percentage call rather than a flashy one. If he runs to his mark, he should take a lot of beating. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Kashel Spring – 7/1 with Paddy Power
Jockey: J M Sheridan | Trainer: Denis Gerard Hogan | Form: 1414-5 | Rating: 84 | Topspeed: 74
Kashel Spring looks the each-way value in a race where several of the shorter-priced runners are more exposed than ideal. He won twice last season, posted a couple of solid efforts in defeat, and his comeback fifth was not a bad run in the context of this drop into claiming company. His rating of 84 leaves him very competitive at these weights and his topspeed figure stacks up well enough too. Denis Hogan is well capable of placing one to advantage in this sphere, and J M Sheridan knows how to deliver one late around here. At 7/1, he makes plenty more appeal as a place-and-possibly-better play than some shorter in the market. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Keep it straightforward: Battling Siki is the win bet on class and a very handy weight for the grade. For an each-way punt, Kashel Spring looks the value at the prices given his mark and likely fitness edge from that recent run. Minaun View is the obvious danger after two wins, while Concert Party could also get involved if back on song.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concert Party | 5/1 | 4/1 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 5/1 (Bet365) |
| Jr Mahon | 18/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 (Bet365) |
| Kashel Spring | 13/2 | 13/2 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Minaun View | 5/2 | 2/1 | 9/4 | 9/4 | 9/4 | 5/2 (Bet365) |
| Macinamillion | 14/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| May Night | 16/1 | 11/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
| Talking Tough | 125/1 | 125/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 125/1 | 150/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Battling Siki | 11/4 | 9/4 | 5/2 | 9/4 | 5/2 | 11/4 (Bet365) |
| Romantic War | 100/1 | 100/1 | 110/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 | 110/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Shelbourne Flyer | 15/2 | 15/2 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 15/2 | 8/1 (Paddy Power) |
17:40 – Bet With Tote On Racing & Sports Maiden
Race Details: 1m 1f | | Going: GOOD, Good to yielding in places (Watering) | | flat
This looks a fair maiden rather than a deep one, and the market has understandably latched onto the few with solid placed form. Taj Crown sets the standard on official figures after finishing runner-up last time and is the obvious one to beat if reproducing that effort, while Tyraxes has been busy and has enough ability to get involved again. The more interesting angle, though, may be with the three-year-olds receiving weight, particularly Contrite and Avec Grand Plaisir, both of whom still have scope after relatively light campaigns. Guinelot is another with a bit of substance to his form, but plenty of the rest look up against it on what they’ve shown. It’s not impossible, but it does feel a race where the principals should dominate.
Top Selections
1. Taj Crown – 15/8 with Bet365
Jockey: W J Lee | Trainer: K J Condon | Form: -52862 | Rating: 74 | Topspeed: 39
He’s had more chances than one or two of these, but this is still the most solid piece of form on offer. A mark of 74 puts him clear at the top of the pile and that latest second suggested he’s still knocking firmly on the door. K J Condon also runs Guinelot, though W J Lee being aboard Taj Crown is the obvious clue to stable pecking order. From stall 8 he should get a decent sight of things, and against largely exposed or limited opposition, he simply holds the strongest claims. At 15/8 he isn’t a giveaway, but he’s hard to oppose on balance. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Contrite – 5/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Colin Keane | Trainer: D K Weld | Form: 4-9 | Rating: 69 | Topspeed:
Contrite is the one who makes most each-way appeal because there should be better to come after only two starts. She shaped with promise when fourth on debut and her return ninth can be forgiven a little if that run simply brought her forward. D K Weld’s three-year-olds often improve with racing, and having Colin Keane booked is never a negative in this sort of maiden. She gets plenty of weight from the older colts and geldings, has a workable rating of 69 already, and 5/1 looks a fair enough price in a race where natural progress could carry her right into the frame. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Taj Crown is the percentage call and makes most appeal as the win bet, bringing the best established form into the race. For an each-way punt, Contrite looks the value among the unexposed three-year-olds and could easily step forward. Avec Grand Plaisir is the main danger if building on that recent third, while Tyraxes is solid enough without looking especially well treated.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Half Cut | 80/1 | 80/1 | 90/1 | 66/1 | 80/1 | 90/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Tyraxes | 7/2 | 11/4 | 3/1 | 3/1 | 3/1 | 7/2 (Bet365) |
| Taj Crown | 15/8 | 6/4 | 13/8 | 13/8 | 8/5 | 15/8 (Bet365) |
| Avec Grand Plaisir | 11/4 | 11/4 | 3/1 | 3/1 | 11/4 | 3/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Countertop | 150/1 | 150/1 | 200/1 | 200/1 | 200/1 | 200/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Noble Venture | 66/1 | 50/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 (Bet365) |
| Stabannon | 100/1 | 70/1 | 80/1 | 80/1 | 80/1 | 100/1 (Bet365) |
| Churchfield Lady | 18/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 (Bet365) |
| Contrite | 5/1 | 4/1 | 9/2 | 4/1 | 9/2 | 5/1 (Bet365) |
| Guinelot | 8/1 | 13/2 | 7/1 | 13/2 | 7/1 | 8/1 (Bet365) |
18:10 – Download The Tote App Handicap
Race Details: 1m 1f | | Going: GOOD, Good to yielding in places (Watering) | | flat
This looks a typically competitive 3yo Ballinrobe handicap rather than a deep one, and there are a few with obvious question marks despite their positions in the market. Connova is the solid one after shaping nicely in his last two starts and now gets in off just 119lb, while Private Larry arrives on the back of a win and is the other major player if backing up that breakthrough effort. John La Bear has winning form in the book too, though he was well held on his return, and Nephin Mountain is interesting from a low draw with a feather weight. Plenty of the rest need to leave modest recent efforts behind, so this feels less like a race full of hidden depth and more one where the progressive types should dominate.
Top Selections
1. Connova – 2/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Chris Hayes | Trainer: Ms Sheila Lavery | Form: 600-43 | Rating: 70 | Topspeed: 50
Connova makes the most appeal because he looks like a 3yo finally putting things together in handicaps. The recent 4 and 3 suggest he is learning his job, and his mark of 70 does not look beyond him at all given he is carrying only 119lb here. Drawn in 2, he should get a sensible trip, and Chris Hayes is the sort you want on one in a race where positioning will matter. At 2/1 with Bet365, he is no secret, but he still looks the most likely winner if building on those last two efforts over this sort of trip. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Nephin Mountain – 17/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Terry Casey | Trainer: Michael Mulvany | Form: 048405 | Rating: 68 | Topspeed: 48
Nephin Mountain is the each-way angle in a race where plenty have bits and pieces of form but not many arrive looking rock-solid. He has been competitive in a few handicaps without quite finishing the job, and his rating of 68 gives him a fair shout, especially with just 125lb to carry from stall 1. That low draw could be useful around Ballinrobe if he can hold a handy position, and he has enough consistency in the context of this field to think he can nick a place at least. Available at 17/2 with Bet365, he looks a fair each-way punt with four places on offer. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Keep it straightforward: Connova is the win play because his recent handicap form is the cleanest on offer and he looks well treated at the weights. Nephin Mountain is the each-way alternative at a much bigger price, with his low draw and light weight giving him a solid place chance. Private Larry is the obvious danger after that last-time-out win, while John La Bear also has claims if sharper for his comeback.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Werifesteria | 18/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 (Bet365) |
| Coolshine | 33/1 | 25/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
| John La Bear | 13/2 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 13/2 (Bet365) |
| Divine Believer | 9/1 | 15/2 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 9/1 (Bet365) |
| Mare Crisium | 20/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 20/1 (Bet365) |
| Private Larry | 3/1 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 3/1 (Bet365) |
| Aquilla Star | 10/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 (Bet365) |
| Spring Sprinter | 25/1 | 20/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 (Bet365) |
| Nephin Mountain | 17/2 | 7/1 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 17/2 (Bet365) |
| Curious Jane | 12/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 (Betfair) |
| Connova | 2/1 | 15/8 | 15/8 | 15/8 | 2/1 | 2/1 (Bet365) |
| Six Wings | 14/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Music And Song | 50/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| The Irish Sun | Aquilla Star |
18:40 – Daily Sports Special At Tote.ie Handicap
Race Details: 1m 1f | | Going: GOOD, Good to yielding in places (Watering) | | flat
This looks a proper Ballinrobe handicap: plenty with bits and pieces of form, but not many you could call bombproof. Elusive Duke heads the market after a consistent spell and Colin Keane is an obvious positive, though he does arrive here with a little less margin for error than the price suggests. Miss Crinshawn has been knocking on the door in similar company, while Nibras Rainbow comes here in form after a win and another solid effort from low enough in the weights. Bucaneer’s Spirit is another with a recent profile that puts him firmly in the argument. It’s not a deep race in quality, but it is a tricky enough puzzle, and positioning plus a well-timed ride over this 1m1f could easily decide it.
Top Selections
1. Elusive Duke – 11/4 with Bet365
Jockey: Colin Keane | Trainer: M A Molloy | Form: 3-7227 | Rating: 74 | Topspeed: 66
Elusive Duke is the percentage call. His recent sequence says he’s been holding his form well and those back-to-back seconds earlier in the campaign read perfectly well in a race of this nature. The latest seventh is a slight blemish, but one lesser run doesn’t undo the wider picture, especially with Colin Keane taking over. A mark of 74 looks workable rather than lenient, but he doesn’t need to improve a stone to win this. In a contest where several arrive with questions to answer, he’s the one who makes the most sense. At 11/4, he’s not a giveaway, but he is hard to oppose.
Bet: WIN
2. Nibras Rainbow – 6/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Leigh Roche | Trainer: Paul W Flynn | Form: 601321 | Rating: 70 | Topspeed: 68
Nibras Rainbow appeals as the each-way play because the recent form is there for all to see and the handicapper may not have caught up fully yet. He’s been operating with real consistency, winning before following up with another excellent run, and his topspeed figure of 68 is among the better numbers in this field. Carrying just 128, he doesn’t need a heroic leap forward to get seriously involved again. This is a little deeper than the race he won, but he’s thriving whereas some of these are merely treading water. Around 6/1 looks fair, and in a 13-runner race with four places on offer, he’s a solid each-way punt.
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Elusive Duke is the win bet because he brings the safest recent profile and has the standout jockey booking. Nibras Rainbow makes more appeal as the each-way alternative given his current consistency and handy weight. Miss Crinshawn is the obvious danger if reproducing her recent placed efforts, while Bucaneer’s Spirit is another who wouldn’t be a surprise in the frame.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loingseoir | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 15/2 | 8/1 (Bet365) |
| Lady Chartwell | 50/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
| Elusive Duke | 11/4 | 2/1 | 9/4 | 9/4 | 9/4 | 11/4 (Bet365) |
| Metamorphic | 14/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Dancing Steve | 22/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 | 22/1 (Bet365) |
| Lady Arwen | 10/1 | 15/2 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 10/1 (Bet365) |
| Miss Crinshawn | 6/1 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 6/1 (Bet365) |
| Signor Ferrari | 12/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 12/1 (Bet365) |
| Brewel Hill | 22/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 | 22/1 (Bet365) |
| Nibras Rainbow | 6/1 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 6/1 | 11/2 | 6/1 (Bet365) |
| Real Petite | 22/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 22/1 (Bet365) |
| Cuckaloo Hill | 25/1 | 20/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 (Bet365) |
19:10 – Tote.ie Everyday Is A Money Back Day Handicap
Race Details: 1m 4f | | Going: GOOD, Good to yielding in places (Watering) | | flat
This is a proper Ballinrobe handicap rather than a straightforward numbers job, with several arriving in form and a few others lurking on marks that make them dangerous. Daboya goes for the hat-trick after back-to-back wins and is an obvious starting point, while Truth Be Told also bids to follow up after scoring on his return and looks very much on the upgrade. Sea Coral shaped nicely when third last time and has the profile of one who can still do better at this trip, while Londonofficecallin comes here off a win and is clearly not finished yet despite his age. It is a competitive little heat rather than a deep one, and the likely difference-maker may simply be who is best suited by the pace over this 1m4f.
Top Selections
1. Truth Be Told – 11/4 with Bet365
Jockey: W J Lee | Trainer: M C Grassick | Form: 5941-1 | Rating: 83 | Topspeed: 78
He is the one I want to be with. That form string tells a tidy story: he improved as last season went on, signed off with a win, and then came back this term to score again, suggesting there is still mileage in his mark. An opening rating of 83 does not look harsh for a 4yo who is clearly thriving, and the topspeed figure stacks up well enough in this company. W J Lee is a notable booking in a race where positioning will matter, and at 11/4 he is not exactly missed by the market, but he still makes plenty of appeal as the most solid progressive sort in the field. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Sea Coral – 11/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Shane Foley | Trainer: Mrs John Harrington | Form: 20-003 | Rating: 90 | Topspeed: 68
Sea Coral looks the each-way value against the obvious pair at the top of the market. She had been working her way back to form and that latest third suggested she is about ready to strike, especially now that she is settled into this sort of staying handicap. Mrs John Harrington’s runners are always worth a second look in races like this and Shane Foley is more than capable of delivering a patient ride from a middle draw. Off 90 she does need a career-best to win, but this race is not packed with unexposed improvers, and 11/2 offers enough juice for an each-way punt with three places on offer.
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Truth Be Told is the win play because he is progressive, race-fit and arrives with the strongest recent profile. Sea Coral makes more appeal as the each-way option at the prices, especially if the race turns into a test of stamina rather than speed. Daboya is the obvious danger seeking a hat-trick, while Londonofficecallin is respected after his latest win but may be shorter in the market than ideal for his age.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Londonofficecallin | 15/2 | 8/1 | 17/2 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 17/2 (Paddy Power) |
| Truth Be Told | 11/4 | 9/4 | 5/2 | 9/4 | 5/2 | 11/4 (Bet365) |
| War Rooms | 15/2 | 6/1 | 13/2 | 6/1 | 7/1 | 15/2 (Bet365) |
| Royal Saxo | 100/1 | 110/1 | 125/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 | 125/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Daboya | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 (Bet365) |
| Steel Cut | 15/2 | 6/1 | 13/2 | 6/1 | 13/2 | 15/2 (Bet365) |
| Sea Coral | 11/2 | 9/2 | 5/1 | 9/2 | 5/1 | 11/2 (Bet365) |
| Duke Of Leggagh | 18/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 (Bet365) |
| Deralo Ir | 33/1 | 30/1 | 33/1 | 28/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
| Pillar Of Hope | 9/1 | 8/1 | 17/2 | 15/2 | 17/2 | 9/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Adrian Wall | Daboya |
| Brian Flanagan | Londonofficecallin |
| The Data Detective | Truth Be Told |
19:40 – Racing, Sports & Games At Tote.ie Apprentice Handicap
Race Details: 1m 4f | | Going: GOOD, Good to yielding in places (Watering) | | flat
This looks a fairly ordinary staying handicap on paper, but it is still a race with a bit of depth to it. Masego and Copper Craft dominate the market and it is easy enough to see why, with both arriving in solid recent form and looking well treated enough off their current marks. Tassarolo has been knocking on the door without quite getting his head in front, while Wingit is the lurking unexposed one with a feather weight if staying this trip strongly enough. Plenty of the others need a revival, with Desert Friend and Preparations having bits of form that entitle them to respect but not complete trust. In truth, this is more trappy than classy, and a clean run plus tactical positioning around Ballinrobe could easily prove decisive.
Top Selections
1. Masego – 5/2 with Paddy Power
Jockey: Rory Mulligan | Trainer: John C McConnell | Form: -55132 | Rating: 62 | Topspeed: 57
Masego is the one I want on side. He has been thriving in this sort of company, winning two starts back and then backing that up with placed efforts that suggest he remains on the right side of the assessor. A mark of 62 still looks workable and, crucially, he is one of the few in here arriving with genuine momentum rather than just the odd respectable run. John C McConnell’s runners in these staying handicaps always command respect, and Rory Mulligan takes over on a horse who should be played late. At 5/2, he is not exactly hiding, but he still makes plenty of appeal in a race lacking many progressive profiles. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Tassarolo – 9/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Paddy Harnett | Trainer: Denis Gerard Hogan | Form: 935583 | Rating: 66 | Topspeed: 59
Tassarolo is not the easiest horse to win with, but he has become hard to ignore for place purposes. His recent figures tell the story of a runner holding his form well, and that latest third was another solid effort in the context of this race. He is drawn in 1, which could help around this track if Paddy Harnett can secure a handy pitch, and his rating of 66 gives him a bit more substance than many of these. Denis Gerard Hogan’s runner has been mixing it consistently without getting much reward, but in an 11-runner handicap the each-way angle makes plenty of sense. Available at 9/2, he looks the value alternative to the obvious pair at the top of the market. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Masego is the percentage call for the win bet given his current run of form and solid profile at this level. Tassarolo is the each-way play, especially with three places on offer and his consistency giving him a strong chance of hitting the frame again. Copper Craft is the obvious danger after his recent second, while Wingit is not one to dismiss lightly under a light weight.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tassarolo | 9/2 | 10/3 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 9/2 (Bet365) |
| Preparations | 15/2 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 11/2 | 6/1 | 15/2 (Bet365) |
| Desert Friend | 12/1 | 17/2 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 12/1 (Bet365) |
| Giselles Defence | 28/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 28/1 (Bet365) |
| Kings Gesture | 22/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 22/1 (Bet365) |
| Trishuli River | 16/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
| Autocrat | 18/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 18/1 (Bet365) |
| Masego | 9/4 | 9/4 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 9/4 | 5/2 (Paddy Power) |
| Reflectionist | 33/1 | 25/1 | 28/1 | 25/1 | 28/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
| Copper Craft | 11/4 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 11/4 (Bet365) |
| Wingit | 10/1 | 7/1 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 10/1 (Bet365) |
20:10 – Follow Tote On X Maiden
Race Details: 1m 4f | | Going: GOOD, Good to yielding in places (Watering) | | flat
This doesn’t look the deepest maiden you’ll see at Ballinrobe and, on the face of it, Nuit has been dropped into a very workable opportunity. Henry De Bromhead’s filly brings a lofty 107 rating into a race where most of these are either exposed maidens or still trying to prove they belong at this level. Catherine Magennis is the obvious one with upside after a promising second, while Black Heather has shown enough in two starts to suggest there’s a race in him. Beyond that, you’re largely dealing with speculative types like Highlander Addict, Pampar Lady and Figero, who all need to produce something we simply haven’t seen yet. If Nuit runs to anything like her mark, this should be straightforward; the puzzle is really who follows her home.
Top Selections
1. Nuit – 4/6 with Bet365
Jockey: Colin Keane | Trainer: Henry De Bromhead | Form: 302-44 | Rating: 107 | Topspeed: 77
She is very hard to oppose on the figures and, frankly, this looks a much easier assignment than the company she has been keeping. That 107 rating towers over this field and her form line of 302-44 suggests she has been knocking around in races with far more substance than this. The recent fourths don’t scream certainty, but they came off a level of form none of these rivals can match. Colin Keane is an eye-catching booking and if he gets her into a smooth rhythm over this 1m4f, class should tell. At 4/6 she’s no giveaway, but she still looks the percentage call.
Bet: WIN
2. Catherine Magennis – 5/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Gary Carroll | Trainer: Joseph G Murphy | Form: 72 | Rating: 85 | Topspeed: 37
If you want one against the favourite for an each-way punt, Catherine Magennis makes plenty of appeal. She improved from her debut seventh to finish second last time, and that sort of progression is exactly what you want to see in a race lacking depth. She gets in here with just 130lb, and while her 85 rating leaves her with plenty to find on Nuit, it still puts her right near the top of the chasing pack. Gary Carroll is a positive rider for this sort of assignment and 5/1 feels fair enough in a field where several are either exposed or difficult to trust. She looks the solid each-way alternative.
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Nuit is the clear win play and she’s the one to keep things simple with, as her rating and established form give her a sizeable edge. For those wanting a bit more juice, Catherine Magennis is the each-way option, with improvement still likely and a place very much within reach. Black Heather appeals as the main danger for minor honours if taking another step forward.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Heather | 10/1 | 15/2 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 17/2 | 10/1 (Bet365) |
| Catalani | 14/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Figero | 40/1 | 35/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 (Bet365) |
| Highlander Addict | 12/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 (Bet365) |
| Kings Hill | 12/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Way Down South | 25/1 | 18/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 25/1 (Bet365) |
| Catherine Magennis | 5/1 | 7/2 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 5/1 (Bet365) |
| Nuit | 4/6 | 4/9 | 8/15 | 8/15 | 8/15 | 4/6 (Bet365) |
| Pampar Lady | 16/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
Ballinrobe Course Specialists
Horses To Note
The top course performers among today’s runners:
| Horse | Runs | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brewel Hill | 3 | 1 | 33.33% | 66.67% |
| Desert Friend | 4 | 1 | 25% | 100% |
| Pampar Lady | 3 | 0 | 0% | 33.33% |
Jockeys To Note
The pilots with the strongest records at the course:
| Jockey | Rides | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dylan Browne McMonagle | 34 | 14 | 41.18% | 73.53% |
| Gavin Ryan | 18 | 4 | 22.22% | 44.44% |
| Jack Kearney | 15 | 3 | 20% | 46.67% |
| Patrick McGettigan | 6 | 1 | 16.67% | 16.67% |
| Gary Carroll | 38 | 6 | 15.79% | 42.11% |
Trainers To Note
Yards that have done well at Ballinrobe:
| Trainer | Runners | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alan McIntyre | 5 | 2 | 40% | 60% |
| R Donohoe | 17 | 4 | 23.53% | 35.29% |
| D K Weld | 56 | 13 | 23.21% | 57.14% |
| Joseph Patrick O’Brien | 81 | 17 | 20.99% | 58.02% |
| Anthony Mullins | 35 | 7 | 20% | 51.43% |
Summary & Best Bets
That wraps up our Ballinrobe racing tips for Monday 20th July 2026. We’ve covered all 7 races with our top selections highlighted above. Use the betting strategies as a starting point, always shop around for the best odds, and never bet more than you can afford to lose.
FAQ
What time does racing start at Ballinrobe today?
The first race at Ballinrobe on Monday 20th July 2026 goes off at 17:10, with 7 races scheduled in total.
What is the going at Ballinrobe today?
The going at Ballinrobe is reported as GOOD, Good to yielding in places (Watering).
How many races are at Ballinrobe today?
There are 7 races on the card at Ballinrobe today, running from 17:10 through to 20:10.
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