Our Clonmel racing tips cover all 8 races on the card today, Thursday 14th May 2026. The action gets underway at 16:47 and runs through to 20:20, with going reported as GOOD (Watering).
A few names jump off the page from a course-form perspective. Expound boasts a 50% strike rate from 4 runs at the track, Mr O McGill has been in fine form here with 1 wins from 4 rides, Martin Paul Fitzgerald’s yard sends out runners with a 25% 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 Clonmel
Here’s how the leading tipsters have fared at Clonmel over the last two years (minimum 10 selections):
| Tipster | Source | Selections | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ian Gaughran | Irish Herald | 12 | 5 | 41.67% | 66.67% |
| The Irish Sun | The Irish Sun | 21 | 4 | 19.05% | 66.67% |
| Brian Flanagan | Irish Daily Star | 18 | 1 | 5.56% | 55.56% |
16:47 – Aisling Kennedy Memorial Claiming Hurdle
Race Details: 2m 3f | | Going: GOOD (Watering) | | jumps
This looks a fairly workable claiming hurdle rather than a deep one, and the weights tell a big part of the story. Lightkeeper is the obvious starting point, dropping in class with the best recent profile in the field, while Jerandme has the sort of old-hand consistency that can make him dangerous in this grade despite advancing years. You Done Well is one of the more interesting lower-weight runners and could still have a bit more to offer as a 5yo. Rocky’s Howya is respected on his winning spell earlier in the season, but that latest pulled-up effort leaves a question to answer, while Woodstream Lad and Solly Attwell have enough ability to get involved if bouncing back. Tricky enough underneath, but the likely winner should come from the better-treated principals.
Top Selections
1. Lightkeeper – 11/4 with Betfair
Jockey: Josh Williamson | Trainer: Gordon Elliott | Form: 03213- | Rating: 134 | Topspeed: 120
Lightkeeper makes the most appeal because he brings the strongest recent form into a race where plenty have questions hanging over them. That 03213- sequence is solid, he posted a lofty 134 rating, and a Topspeed of 120 stands out in this company. Just as importantly, he gets in here on 154lb, which looks a real edge against some older rivals lugging much more weight. Gordon Elliott’s runner doesn’t need to improve a great deal to take this; he just needs to reproduce what he was doing in stronger races. At 11/4, he isn’t exactly hidden, but he still looks the percentage call. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. You Done Well – 7/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Kevin A Murphy | Trainer: Declan Queally | Form: 84552- | Rating: 123 | Topspeed: 107
You Done Well is the each-way play because he has a sensible mix of youth, a handy weight and decent enough recent form for a race of this nature. He signed off with a runner-up effort, and while he has not yet looked bombproof, he is only 5 and still has more scope than several exposed older rivals. Carrying 146lb is no bad thing in a claiming hurdle where a few of these are asked to give lumps away. Declan Queally also saddles Rocky’s Howya, but this one makes more betting appeal at 7/1 because he looks capable of running his race and nicking a place at the very least. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Lightkeeper is the win bet and the one to build around; he has the class edge, the recent form and a fair racing weight. For an each-way alternative, You Done Well makes more appeal than most at the prices, especially with three places on offer. Jerandme is the obvious danger if his veteran legs can cope, while Rocky’s Howya is respected but not entirely trusted after that latest flop.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| God Of Thunder | 17/2 | 15/2 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 17/2 (Bet365) |
| Spinning Web | 16/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 12/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
| Jerandme | 5/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 9/2 | 5/1 (Bet365) |
| Anysignofhim | 33/1 | 30/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
| Lightkeeper | 5/2 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 5/2 | 11/4 (Betfair) |
| Woodstream Lad | 11/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 16/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Midnight Eagle | 40/1 | 35/1 | 40/1 | 33/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 (Bet365) |
| Circus Act | 18/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 18/1 (Bet365) |
| Solly Attwell | 9/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 (Paddy Power) |
| You Done Well | 7/1 | 11/2 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 7/1 (Bet365) |
17:20 – Tote Guarantee Never Beaten By SP (C & G) Maiden Hurdle
Race Details: 2m 3f | | Going: GOOD (Watering) | | jumps
This does not look a vintage maiden on paper and, bluntly, it revolves around one horse. Springhill Warrior brings by far the strongest profile, with a mark of 129 and a sequence of seconds that towers over this field. If he runs to that level, the rest are probably scrapping for minor money. Minella Diamond has at least shown enough in similar company to make a race of it for a while, while Tomthescaffolder is one of the few unexposed types from a major yard who could still step forward. Welcome Back has bits and pieces of form but also plenty of baggage, and beyond that you are into longshots and newcomers with a lot to prove. It is a big field numerically, but not a deep one competitively.
Top Selections
1. Springhill Warrior – 2/7 with Bet365
Jockey: Sam Ewing | Trainer: Gordon Elliott | Form: 2/22- | Rating: 129 | Topspeed: 101
He is very hard to oppose. Those placed efforts set a clear standard and, in a race lacking depth, a horse already operating to a 129 rating should really be getting the job done. The topspeed figure of 101 only underlines how far clear he is on the numbers. Gordon Elliott does not need much introduction in these maiden hurdles and Sam Ewing is a solid booking to keep things uncomplicated. At 2/7 with Bet365 there is nothing sexy about the price, but sometimes the obvious answer is the right one. If he jumps cleanly and travels as he has done before, this is his race to lose. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Tomthescaffolder – 8/1 with Paddy Power
Jockey: Darragh O’keeffe | Trainer: Henry De Bromhead | Form: 46- | Rating: | Topspeed:
For the each-way angle, Tomthescaffolder makes more appeal than most. He has only had the two hurdle runs, so there is still room for improvement, and this is the sort of ordinary maiden where a step forward can take you straight into the frame. Henry De Bromhead’s horses always command respect in these events, and Darragh O’Keeffe is the right man to deliver a patient ride if needed. He does not have the established form of the favourite, but 8/1 with Paddy Power looks fair enough in a race where plenty of these have shown very little. He is the one I would trust most to chase the market leader home. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Keep it simple: Springhill Warrior is the win bet and the one horse in the race with rock-solid claims. If you want to play each-way in a 17-runner field, Tomthescaffolder is the more interesting alternative to the obvious Minella Diamond, chiefly because he still has upside. Minella Diamond is the main danger if running to his mark, while Welcome Back is a riskier outsider for place players.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loyal Touch | 22/1 | 20/1 | 25/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Minella Diamond | 9/2 | 10/3 | 7/2 | 10/3 | 4/1 | 9/2 (Bet365) |
| Acheron | 80/1 | 90/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 | 80/1 | 100/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Ajp Falco | 80/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 | 80/1 | 100/1 (Betfair) |
| Akako | 125/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 125/1 | 150/1 (Betfair) |
| Captain Hanley | 50/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 100/1 | 150/1 (Betfair) |
| China Grill | 125/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 125/1 | 150/1 (Betfair) |
| Jalfrezi | 100/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 125/1 | 150/1 (Betfair) |
| Million Dollar Man | 80/1 | 90/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 | 80/1 | 100/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Silly Mongoose | 80/1 | 35/1 | 50/1 | 40/1 | 66/1 | 80/1 (Bet365) |
| Springhill Warrior | 2/7 | 1/4 | 1/4 | 1/4 | 1/4 | 2/7 (Bet365) |
| Tolka Row | 14/1 | 28/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 25/1 | 33/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Tomthescaffolder | 15/2 | 7/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 15/2 | 8/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Welcome Back | 10/1 | 17/2 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 (Bet365) |
| Whatdoyoucallhim | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 (Bet365) |
| Sycamore Cove | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| bettinggods.com | Springhill Warrior |
17:50 – Bet With Tote.ie On Racing & Sports Handicap Hurdle (Div I)
Race Details: 2m 3f | | Going: GOOD (Watering) | | jumps
This is a proper Clonmel handicap puzzle rather than a race packed with solid recent winners, and in a 19-runner field you can make a case for plenty at the weights. Kilbarry Ce Ce heads the market after a decent enough profile in similar races, while Itaintmebabe is clearly respected for Gordon Elliott despite a slightly up-and-down recent record. Whiskey Serenade has the back-class to get involved if Gavin Cromwell can spark him back to life, and Sarah’s Express has a touch of consistency in a race where that counts for plenty. Still, this doesn’t look a deep contest for the grade, and that makes it the sort of race where a well-treated horse with one piece of better form than the rest can take a lot of beating. Getting the trip strongly on this ground should decide it.
Top Selections
1. Kilbarry Ce Ce – 4/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Michael Kenneally | Trainer: C O’Keeffe | Form: 504P4- | Rating: 101 | Topspeed: 83
Kilbarry Ce Ce looks the percentage call in a race full of holes. That latest fourth suggested she was at least holding her form, and her overall profile says this mark of 101 is workable if she gets a clean, uncomplicated run. She doesn’t come here with the sexiest figures in the field, but this bunch hardly demands brilliance and her Topspeed of 83 is right in the mix. The market has latched on, and rightly so: at 4/1 she is short enough in a big field, but still makes plenty of appeal because she looks more solid than most. In a race where many arrive with major questions, she holds strong claims.
Bet: WIN
2. The Sugarhill Lady – 10/1 with Betfair
Jockey: Tom Kelly | Trainer: E McNamara | Form: 8P664- | Rating: 98 | Topspeed: 79
The Sugarhill Lady appeals as the each-way play because she has been shaping better than a bare reading of the form might suggest. Her last two runs, both fourth-place finishes, hinted that she was finding her level again, and this mark of 98 gives her room to be competitive if she builds on either of those efforts. She is not obviously thrown in, but in a race where plenty are badly out of form, a mare arriving in some sort of nick is always interesting. The 10/1 on offer looks fair rather than flashy, but with five places available she makes plenty of each-way sense and could easily outrun some shorter-priced rivals.
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Kilbarry Ce Ce is the win bet because she brings the most dependable recent profile to a very shaky handicap. For an each-way alternative, The Sugarhill Lady makes more appeal than some of the more fashionable names at a bigger price. Itaintmebabe is an obvious danger if bouncing back, while Whiskey Serenade would be interesting if the Cromwell yard has him tuned up.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kilbarry Ce Ce | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 (Bet365) |
| Whiskey Serenade | 13/2 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 13/2 (Bet365) |
| Andyourbirdcansing | 12/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 9/1 | 12/1 (Bet365) |
| Global Skies | 8/1 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 13/2 | 8/1 (Bet365) |
| Thewaybackhome | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 (Sky Bet) |
| The Sugarhill Lady | 7/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 17/2 | 10/1 (Betfair) |
| Itaintmebabe | 5/1 | 10/3 | 10/3 | 10/3 | 4/1 | 5/1 (Bet365) |
| Ixigreczed | 11/1 | 18/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 16/1 | 20/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Little Boy Sivola | 12/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 (Bet365) |
| Set The Tone | 33/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 28/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
| Lady Aquarelle | 12/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 (Betfair) |
| Galilean Prince | 66/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 66/1 (Bet365) |
| Cruisin Susan | 50/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
| Carlas Big Jim | 13/2 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 17/2 | 10/1 (Betfair) |
| Cholo | 11/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 (Betfair) |
| Ballinagaine Girl | 33/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 28/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
18:20 – Bet With Tote.ie On Racing & Sports Handicap Hurdle (Div II)
Race Details: 2m 3f | | Going: GOOD (Watering) | | jumps
This looks a proper Clonmel handicap hurdle puzzle rather than a race to get carried away with, and in a 19-runner field the market is entitled to be cautious. Loi Des Jeux heads the betting after a solid placed effort and is clearly well treated if building on that, but he is no good thing in a contest packed with exposed types lurking on dangerous marks. Tedworth arrives off a win and has obvious momentum, while Old Kenmare has the sort of back form that makes him interesting now dropped to a workable weight. Lower down, Finnicky Filly and Ballingurteen both have each-way credentials in a race where a strong pace and a bit of tactical patience could be decisive. Tricky, competitive, but not impossible.
Top Selections
1. Old Kenmare – 15/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Ricky Doyle | Trainer: Eamon Courtney | Form: 2/F84- | Rating: 102 | Topspeed: 95
Old Kenmare makes plenty of appeal at these weights. He is not one you could call straightforward on the bare form figures, but that earlier second and his useful Topspeed mark of 95 suggest there is a race of this nature in him when things fall right. He is a 7yo carrying 155, which is a fair racing weight in this company, and this sort of intermediate trip on good ground looks workable. Ricky Doyle is a positive booking and, in a race where plenty arrive with questions attached, 15/2 with Bet365 looks a fair price about one who has the raw ability to go very close if settling into a rhythm. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Finnicky Filly – 6/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Kevin Healy | Trainer: John Patrick Ryan | Form: 09572- | Rating: 104 | Topspeed: 101
Finnicky Filly is the each-way angle because she brings a blend of recent promise and hard numbers that is difficult to ignore. That latest second was a clear step back in the right direction, and her Topspeed figure of 101 is one of the standout pieces of evidence in this field. She is not especially well hidden from the assessor off 104, but the weight of 150 is manageable and she looks the type to travel strongly if this is run at a proper clip. Kevin Healy takes over for John Patrick Ryan, and at 6/1 with Bet365 she is short enough to suggest the market respects her, yet still fair for an each-way punt with five places on offer. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Old Kenmare is the win play at a workable price in a race where very few arrive rock solid. Finnicky Filly is the each-way alternative, especially with five places available and a strong Topspeed figure in her favour. The obvious dangers are Loi Des Jeux, who is easy to see running well, and the in-form Tedworth, while Ballingurteen also looks capable of hitting the frame.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillstar Blues | 12/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 (Bet365) |
| Let It Settle | 33/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 28/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
| Listenheretomejack | 18/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 (Bet365) |
| Soldier Saint | 7/1 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 7/1 | 15/2 (Betfair) |
| Listentomewillya | 20/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Koeur A Prendre | 16/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
| Old Kenmare | 15/2 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 15/2 (Bet365) |
| Loi Des Jeux | 3/1 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 3/1 (Bet365) |
| Something Simple | 40/1 | 40/1 | 35/1 | 40/1 | 33/1 | 40/1 (Bet365) |
| Tedworth | 5/1 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 11/2 | 6/1 (Betfair) |
| Bite That | 22/1 | 18/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 22/1 (Bet365) |
| Finnicky Filly | 6/1 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 6/1 (Bet365) |
| Ballingurteen | 13/2 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 13/2 (Bet365) |
| Loulouless | 40/1 | 35/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 (Bet365) |
| Amron Diamond | 16/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 12/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
| Sineads Fancy | 28/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 28/1 (Bet365) |
| Glendine Billy | 10/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 (Bet365) |
| Getaway Blondie | 28/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 28/1 (Bet365) |
| Mollys Dolly | 40/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 (Betfair) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| The Irish Sun | Old Kenmare |
18:50 – Money Back Daily Specials With Tote.ie Handicap Hurdle
Race Details: 2m 3f | | Going: GOOD (Watering) | | jumps
This is a proper Clonmel handicap hurdle rather than a race full of obvious answers, and there are several with realistic claims. Ned In The Park arrives off a win and is entitled to plenty of respect, while Le Diablo is another last-time-out scorer who has been handed a fair bit of weight relief for a horse rated 121. Gordon Elliott’s Penny Express also stands out on figures, particularly on Topspeed, and looks the type to keep progressing in this sphere. Le Kap is respected from the de Bromhead yard after a quiet enough novice campaign, but this does look a tricky puzzle rather than a strong piece of handicap form. In a field of 12, a bit of value matters, and there are one or two at decent prices who could easily outrun the market.
Top Selections
1. Penny Express – 7/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Sam Ewing | Trainer: Gordon Elliott | Form: 224P3- | Rating: 113 | Topspeed: 103
Penny Express makes plenty of appeal in a race where the obvious ones are not bombproof. That latest third reads well enough in the context of this contest, and his overall profile suggests there is still a bit more to come from a 6-year-old who has not had many chances in handicaps. The standout figure is that 103 Topspeed, which is the best in the field, and off a mark of 113 he looks well capable of being very competitive if building on his spring form. Elliott runners in these Irish handicaps always command respect, and at 7/1 he looks a fair price rather than a skinny one. Bet: WIN
2. Ishan – 20/1 with Paddy Power
Jockey: Phillip Enright | Trainer: Leonard Paul Flynn | Form: 8/359- | Rating: 114 | Topspeed: 97
Ishan is the sort who could be overlooked a little too easily, but there is enough in his profile to make him interesting as an each-way play. He is not especially solid, granted, yet that rating of 114 is workable and a Topspeed of 97 says he has the raw ability to get involved if this sets up for him. His recent form does not leap off the page, though he was not disgraced on a couple of occasions last season and this sort of intermediate trip on good ground could suit better than some of the winter assignments he faced. At 20/1, he does not need to win too often to make sense as an each-way punt in a 12-runner handicap. Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Penny Express is the main bet here, with his speed figure and unexposed profile making him the one to side with. Ishan is the value each-way option at a big price in a race where plenty have something to prove. Ned In The Park and Le Diablo are the obvious dangers, while Le Kap is another with enough upside to be respected.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crossing The Bar | 9/1 | 17/2 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 17/2 | 9/1 (Bet365) |
| Le Kap | 11/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 11/2 (Bet365) |
| Ned In The Park | 7/2 | 3/1 | 3/1 | 3/1 | 3/1 | 7/2 (Bet365) |
| Arctic Flame | 14/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Colleen Danu | 14/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Penny Express | 7/1 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 7/1 (Bet365) |
| Ishan | 18/1 | 18/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 18/1 | 20/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Imarajan | 11/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 (Bet365) |
| Le Diablo | 9/2 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 9/2 | 5/1 (Betfair) |
| Oh So Charming | 7/1 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 7/1 (Bet365) |
| Brianna Lily | 40/1 | 30/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 40/1 (Bet365) |
| Speakasyoufind | 10/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 (Paddy Power) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Adrian Wall | Ishan |
19:20 – Watch Danny’s Diary @ToteRacing Mares Maiden Hurdle
Race Details: 2m | | Going: GOOD (Watering) | | jumps
This looks a pretty useful mares’ maiden for Clonmel standards, with a solid top layer and plenty underneath trying to bridge a clear gap. Nirisque sets the standard on a mark of 119 and her 2/02- form figures make her the obvious one to beat, but she is short enough in a race where a couple of others arrive with credible claims. Jumbos Jet has been knocking on the door and looks straightforward, while Game Phoenix has the pace figures to be dangerous if building on last season’s efforts. Crossbar Getaway and Our Girl Ellie are not without hope either, though both may need a little extra. After that, it becomes much murkier, with several debutantes and exposed types making this more about the principals than hidden depth. Tricky enough from a betting angle, but not impossible.
Top Selections
1. Nirisque – 2/1 with Betfair
Jockey: Darragh O’keeffe | Trainer: Henry De Bromhead | Form: 2/02- | Rating: 119 | Topspeed: 71
Nirisque is the one with the best piece of form on the page and, in truth, she is hard to get away from despite the obvious market position. A mark of 119 stands out in this line-up, and those placed efforts suggest she has been contesting stronger maidens than this. Henry De Bromhead does not need introducing when sending one to a race like this, and Darragh O’keeffe is a solid booking to keep things uncomplicated. She is not bombproof, because she has had chances, but this sharp enough 2m on good ground should suit and 2/1 is fair rather than flashy. If she runs to her mark, the others may be playing for places. Bet type: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Crossbar Getaway – 17/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Sam Ewing | Trainer: Gordon Elliott | Form: /2349- | Rating: 109 | Topspeed: 80
Crossbar Getaway makes plenty of each-way appeal at 17/2 in a race where the favourite is respected but not an absolute penalty kick. Gordon Elliott’s mare had a productive spell last season, hitting the frame several times before a lesser run when last seen, and her figures still read well enough in the context of this contest. The 109 rating leaves her with a bit to find with Nirisque, but not an impossible amount, and that Topspeed mark of 80 says she can travel strongly in this grade. Sam Ewing is a positive rider booking and, with three places on offer, she looks the value play for punters wanting cover against the jolly. Bet type: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Nirisque is the win play because she brings the strongest established hurdle form and the highest rating into the race. For an each-way punt, Crossbar Getaway makes more appeal than the shorter alternatives and should give you a proper run for the money. Jumbos Jet is the obvious danger, while Game Phoenix also enters the conversation if finding a bit more improvement.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chautuaqua | 10/1 | 8/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 (Bet365) |
| The Fog Horn | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 (Bet365) |
| Another Blunder | 40/1 | 28/1 | 33/1 | 28/1 | 33/1 | 40/1 (Bet365) |
| Carleys Lilly | 33/1 | 28/1 | 33/1 | 28/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
| Crossbar Getaway | 17/2 | 13/2 | 15/2 | 7/1 | 15/2 | 17/2 (Bet365) |
| Game Phoenix | 6/1 | 18/5 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 9/2 | 6/1 (Bet365) |
| Heatherhill Lady | 14/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Jumbos Jet | 10/3 | 3/1 | 3/1 | 3/1 | 3/1 | 10/3 (Bet365) |
| Kaleo Ametsa | 16/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 20/1 | 25/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Mrs Mason | 50/1 | 35/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
| Muted Melody | 28/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 28/1 (Bet365) |
| Nirisque | 5/4 | 2/1 | 2/1 | 2/1 | 8/5 | 2/1 (Betfair) |
| Our Girl Ellie | 13/2 | 4/1 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 5/1 | 13/2 (Bet365) |
| Shine Bright | 150/1 | 125/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 (Bet365) |
| Torque De Lune | 80/1 | 125/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 100/1 | 150/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Wings Of Africa | 150/1 | 125/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 (Bet365) |
| Arizona Robbins | 125/1 | 125/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 125/1 | 150/1 (Paddy Power) |
19:50 – Clonmel Racecourse Supporters Club Handicap Hurdle
Race Details: 2m | | Going: GOOD (Watering) | | jumps
This looks a tight little 2m handicap rather than a race packed with lurking improvers, and the market has understandably latched on to the pair arriving with the clearest recent signals. Chanceawetmorning comes here off a win and is well found, while Sense Of Occasion has the profile of a 5yo who should still have more to offer in this sphere. Theflyingbee is solid enough and usually runs his race, but he may again find one or two better treated. Lower down the weights, Eye Of A Tiger is the interesting one, carrying just 10st13lb despite a lofty rating and coming here after a respectable placed effort. In truth, this is the sort of Clonmel handicap where positioning and a clean round will matter as much as raw ability, so it is not bombproof, but there are angles.
Top Selections
1. Sense Of Occasion – 5/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Mark Walsh | Trainer: Henry De Bromhead | Form: 4542- | Rating: 121 | Topspeed: 103
He is not the sexy price in the race, but Sense Of Occasion makes plenty of appeal for a yard that knows exactly how to place one in these Irish handicap hurdles. That runner-up effort on his latest start suggested his turn is near, and as a 5yo with only a light enough profile he still looks capable of stepping forward from a mark of 121. Mark Walsh is an eye-catching booking in a race where tactical sharpness could be decisive around Clonmel. Available at 5/2 with Bet365, he is not a giveaway, but he does look the one with the most persuasive blend of upside and solid recent form. Bet: WIN
2. Eye Of A Tiger – 14/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Donagh Meyler | Trainer: John Patrick Ryan | Form: 376F3- | Rating: 131 | Topspeed: 122
If you want something at a price, Eye Of A Tiger stands out as the each-way play. He has the joint-best Topspeed figure in the field, was back on track with a placed effort when last seen, and the handicapper has effectively given him a chance thanks to that low racing weight. A mark of 131 says he is not short of ability, and in a race where several are fully exposed, a 6yo still has scope to put in a career-best run if things drop right. At 14/1 with Bet365, he looks bigger than he should be for a horse with that sort of rating and proven pace. Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Sense Of Occasion is the sensible win play, as he looks the most likely improver and comes from the strongest stable in the line-up. Eye Of A Tiger is the each-way punt at double-figure odds, with four places giving him obvious appeal. The danger is Chanceawetmorning, who arrives in winning form and is hard to dismiss, while Theflyingbee looks the solid place contender if the principals underperform.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expound | 17/2 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 (Betfair) |
| Ballycashin | 10/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Theflyingbee | 13/2 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 13/2 (Bet365) |
| Tir Og | 16/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
| Sonny May | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 (Bet365) |
| Sense Of Occasion | 5/2 | 15/8 | 15/8 | 15/8 | 2/1 | 5/2 (Bet365) |
| Chanceawetmorning | 2/1 | 7/4 | 7/4 | 7/4 | 7/4 | 2/1 (Bet365) |
| Eye Of A Tiger | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Lady Doyanne | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 (Bet365) |
| Chosen Shant | 40/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 (Betfair) |
| Takarengo | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 (Bet365) |
| Tingarran Express | 16/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
20:20 – John Walsh (Mainstown) Memorial INH Flat Race
Race Details: 2m | | Going: GOOD (Watering) | | jumps
This looks a fairly ordinary bumper on paper and, for all there are a few interesting newcomers, the race shape is dominated by one obvious player. Lirakali represents Henry De Bromhead and is already solid in the market despite making a debut, which tells its own story in a contest where most of the exposed form is modest enough. Martymill and It’s All Clear bring the best published ratings into it and at least have bits of bumper experience to work from, while Away To Paris is an intriguing 4yo getting weight and could easily be better than the bare paper. The rest need a good deal more than they have shown so far. In truth, this is not a deep race, but that can make it awkward behind the favourite.
Top Selections
1. Lirakali – 5/4 with Bet365
Jockey: Mr J L Gleeson | Trainer: Henry De Bromhead | Form: | Rating: | Topspeed:
You do not need to be a hero in races like this. Lirakali is the one with the stable power, the market confidence and, crucially, the least questions to answer in a weak-looking bumper. De Bromhead does not need introducing, and when one from this yard is sent off around the 5/4 mark in an ordinary contest like this, it usually means connections expect a proper showing first time out. There is always a slight leap of faith with an unraced horse, but several of these have already advertised their limitations. If Lirakali is anywhere near useful, that should be enough here. Hard to oppose. Bet type tag: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Martymill – 5/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Miss A B O’Connor | Trainer: Anthony McCann | Form: 46- | Rating: 107 | Topspeed: 54
Martymill looks the sensible each-way angle because he has already shown enough to think he can hit the frame again, and perhaps do a bit more if the favourite underwhelms. A mark of 107 is the best in the field, his form figures of 46- are respectable in the context of this race, and he has at least demonstrated he can cope with bumper conditions. Miss A B O’Connor is a positive booking and this does not look a stronger race than the ones he has already contested. At 5/1 with Bet365, he is not wildly overpriced, but he is solid and should give you a run for your money. Bet type tag: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Lirakali is the win play and the one to keep simple in a race lacking depth. For an each-way punt, Martymill makes more appeal than the rest because he has the clearest form credentials and a rating edge. Away To Paris is the obvious danger among the less exposed types, while It’s All Clear has enough track experience to sneak into the places if building on last season.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bobs House | 125/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 125/1 | 150/1 (Betfair) |
| Hoof And Hustle | 12/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 (Paddy Power) |
| I Give Theorders | 50/1 | 33/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
| Lirakali | 5/4 | 1/1 | 1/1 | 1/1 | 11/10 | 5/4 (Bet365) |
| Martymill | 5/1 | 18/5 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 9/2 | 5/1 (Bet365) |
| Mindyourheadmike | 40/1 | 33/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 (Bet365) |
| Away To Paris | 9/1 | 7/1 | 8/1 | 15/2 | 8/1 | 9/1 (Bet365) |
| Black Bog Lad | 20/1 | 28/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 25/1 | 33/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Mistakenforanother | 22/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 28/1 | 40/1 (Betfair) |
Clonmel Course Specialists
Horses To Note
The top course performers among today’s runners:
| Horse | Runs | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expound | 4 | 2 | 50% | 100% |
| Brianna Lily | 4 | 2 | 50% | 75% |
| Oh So Charming | 3 | 1 | 33.33% | 66.67% |
| Colleen Danu | 4 | 1 | 25% | 75% |
| Chautuaqua | 4 | 1 | 25% | 50% |
Jockeys To Note
The pilots with the strongest records at the course:
| Jockey | Rides | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mr O McGill | 4 | 1 | 25% | 25% |
| Dylan Whelan | 5 | 1 | 20% | 40% |
| John Shinnick | 52 | 10 | 19.23% | 38.46% |
| Mark Walsh | 49 | 9 | 18.37% | 36.73% |
| Keith Donoghue | 94 | 17 | 18.09% | 54.26% |
Trainers To Note
Yards that have done well at Clonmel:
| Trainer | Runners | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Martin Paul Fitzgerald | 4 | 1 | 25% | 100% |
| Josh Halley | 4 | 1 | 25% | 25% |
| Henry De Bromhead | 137 | 32 | 23.36% | 54.74% |
| C O’Keeffe | 10 | 2 | 20% | 60% |
| Gordon Elliott | 471 | 92 | 19.53% | 52.87% |
Summary & Best Bets
That wraps up our Clonmel racing tips for Thursday 14th May 2026. We’ve covered all 8 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 Clonmel today?
The first race at Clonmel on Thursday 14th May 2026 goes off at 16:47, with 8 races scheduled in total.
What is the going at Clonmel today?
The going at Clonmel is reported as GOOD (Watering).
How many races are at Clonmel today?
There are 8 races on the card at Clonmel today, running from 16:47 through to 20:20.
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