Our Galway racing tips cover all 8 races on the card today, Tuesday 28th July 2026. The action gets underway at 16:40 and runs through to 20:15, with going reported as Jumps course – GOOD; Flat course – YIELDING.
A few names jump off the page from a course-form perspective. Dunum boasts a 50% strike rate from 6 runs at the track, Eoin Staples has been in fine form here with 3 wins from 13 rides, C W J Farrell’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 Galway
Here’s how the leading tipsters have fared at Galway over the last two years (minimum 10 selections):
| Tipster | Source | Selections | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercury | Daily Post | 13 | 5 | 38.46% | 69.23% |
| Ian Gaughran | Irish Herald | 18 | 2 | 11.11% | 44.44% |
| Brian Flanagan | Irish Daily Star | 24 | 2 | 8.33% | 41.67% |
| The Irish Sun | The Irish Sun | 27 | 2 | 7.41% | 44.44% |
16:40 – COLM QUINN BMW Novice Hurdle (Listed Race)
Race Details: 2m | | Going: Jumps course – GOOD; Flat course – YIELDING | | mixed
This looks a proper opening-day novice rather than a thin Listed in name only, with several arriving on upward curves and the market understandably centring on Lizzie Twigg, Gomez Addams and Magico. Lizzie Twigg brings the best rating and topspeed figures to the table, and her two wins suggest she is progressing fast enough to make the jump into this grade. Gomez Addams is no back number though, especially after bouncing back with a win last time, while Magico comes from the Mullins-Townend axis and has the profile of one who could improve plenty from only a second hurdles start. Fastnet Crystal is another with a low weight and a recent win, so this is competitive, but it still feels like a race where the classier, less exposed types should dominate.
Top Selections
1. Lizzie Twigg – 2/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Jack Kennedy | Trainer: Gordon Elliott | Form: 15-11 | Rating: 137 | Topspeed: 124
She is the one with the standout figures and, crucially, the recent form to back them up. Two wins on the spin, a rating of 137 and a topspeed of 124 make Lizzie Twigg the one they all have to beat, and she gets in here with only 156lb despite those superior numbers. Gordon Elliott knows what is required in races like this and Jack Kennedy is the ideal man to keep things uncomplicated. At 2/1 she is no secret, but she is not priced like an unbeatable superstar either, and that looks fair rather than cramped in a race where some of her rivals still have questions to answer at this level. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Fastnet Crystal – 6/1 with Bet365
Jockey: J J Slevin | Trainer: Joseph Patrick O’Brien | Form: 20-1 | Rating: 119 | Topspeed: 109
Fastnet Crystal makes each-way appeal because she is less exposed than a few of these and gets in with just 153lb, which could matter if this turns tactical before becoming a dash from the last. The bare rating of 119 leaves her with a bit to find on the principals, but that latest win suggests she is moving the right way and Joseph O’Brien’s runners around Galway are never easily dismissed. J J Slevin is a positive booking and the 6/1 on offer looks workable in a nine-runner race with three places. She does not need to improve a stone to reward an each-way punt, just enough to pick off one or two of the better-fancied runners late on.
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Lizzie Twigg is the solid play and the one I would want on side for the win, as her figures and recent profile set the standard. For an each-way alternative, Fastnet Crystal looks the value at 6/1 with her low weight and scope for more. Gomez Addams and Magico are the obvious dangers if either finds another chunk of improvement.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gomez Addams | 9/4 | 2/1 | 9/4 | 9/4 | 9/4 | 9/4 (Bet365) |
| Magico | 9/2 | 7/2 | 4/1 | 7/2 | 4/1 | 9/2 (Bet365) |
| Porcupine Bank | 17/2 | 17/2 | 9/1 | 8/1 | 17/2 | 9/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Brosna Town | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
| Bruise Hill | 50/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
| Lizzie Twigg | 2/1 | 2/1 | 2/1 | 2/1 | 2/1 | 2/1 (Bet365) |
| Milan Forth | 22/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Fastnet Crystal | 6/1 | 11/2 | 6/1 | 11/2 | 6/1 | 6/1 (Bet365) |
| Brave Lady | 16/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Computeform | Lizzie Twigg |
| Adrian Wall | Porcupine Bank |
17:10 – Latin Quarter Beginners Chase
Race Details: 2m 2f | | Going: Jumps course – GOOD; Flat course – YIELDING | | mixed
This is a properly interesting beginners’ chase rather than a gimme, with Willie Mullins and Gordon Elliott both mob-handed and the market understandably centring on that quartet. My Great Mate sets a fair standard on hurdles figures and has the raw ability to make a better chaser, while Bowensonfire arrives after a solid return and looks the obvious Elliott threat. Love Me Tender is another with a smooth enough profile for fences, and Frankie John has already attracted support from shrewd judges despite not being seen since last season. There are one or two lively outsiders too, notably Robbies Rock after a long absence, but this still looks a race likely decided by which of the classier hurdlers takes best to chasing first time. Tricky enough, but not impossible to solve.
Top Selections
1. My Great Mate – 7/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Paul Townend | Trainer: W P Mullins | Form: 14/24- | Rating: 132 | Topspeed: 104
He makes plenty of appeal in a race where proven hurdles ability should count for plenty, and his mark of 132 is the best piece of hard evidence on offer among the principals. That runner-up effort before signing off last term was perfectly respectable, and the fact he has already shown he can go well fresh is a plus around Galway, where sharpness matters. Townend is an eyecatching booking in a Mullins team that also runs Love Me Tender and Eclipse Chaser, and this one looks the stable’s most solid option on the numbers. At 7/2 he is not a giveaway, but he does look the percentage call. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Frankie John – 9/2 with Sky Bet
Jockey: Daniel King | Trainer: Denis Gerard Hogan | Form: 15548- | Rating: | Topspeed:
He is the one at a slightly bigger price who could easily outrun market expectations, especially in a beginners’ chase where a neat round can carry you a long way. His hurdle form was not without promise, and while he did tail off a bit in his last couple of runs, this switch to fences could easily sharpen him up. Hogan’s horses are rarely overfaced at Galway, and the fact Frankie John has already been put up by a respected judge adds to the case rather than making it. Available at 9/2, he looks a sensible each-way punt against the more fashionable Mullins and Elliott runners. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
My Great Mate is the win play because he brings the strongest established hurdles standard and looks the safest option to make a chaser. Frankie John makes more each-way appeal at the prices in a race where one or two of the obvious ones may need the experience. Bowensonfire is the danger if taking well to fences, while Love Me Tender is another with clear claims in a competitive little heat.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arch Empire | 28/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 28/1 (Bet365) |
| Begger | 80/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 | 80/1 (Bet365) |
| Bowensonfire | 3/1 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 9/4 | 11/4 | 3/1 (Bet365) |
| Eclipse Chaser | 14/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Frankie John | 10/3 | 3/1 | 7/2 | 9/2 | 7/2 | 9/2 (Sky Bet) |
| Love Me Tender | 11/4 | 5/2 | 11/4 | 4/1 | 11/4 | 4/1 (Sky Bet) |
| My Great Mate | 7/2 | 3/1 | 10/3 | 5/2 | 10/3 | 7/2 (Bet365) |
| Robbies Rock | 9/1 | 15/2 | 8/1 | 6/1 | 8/1 | 9/1 (Bet365) |
| William Tell | 40/1 | 35/1 | 40/1 | 28/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 (Bet365) |
| Jolie Jewel | 28/1 | 25/1 | 28/1 | 25/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Rory Delargy | Frankie John |
17:45 – COLM QUINN BMW Handicap Chase
Race Details: 2m 2f | | Going: Jumps course – GOOD; Flat course – YIELDING | | mixed
This is a proper Galway handicap chase: big field, compressed weights in the middle, and no shortage of plausible cases. Giant Haystacks heads the market after a recent win, while Fort Randall arrives on the back of a victory of his own and is clearly thriving. Stily is dangerously well treated off 140 if you forgive that latest pulled-up effort, and Sea Of Doubt has been running well enough to think he’ll be in the thick of it from a very workable racing weight. There are also lurkers everywhere, from the thriving Finnians Row to the consistent A Snow White Park. It looks more tricky than strong, the sort of race where rhythm, jumping and track position around Galway’s bends will matter just as much as raw ability.
Top Selections
1. Fort Randall – 11/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Mr O McGill | Trainer: Noel C Kelly | Form: 7/1-31 | Rating: 115 | Topspeed: 99
Fort Randall makes plenty of appeal in a race where recent momentum counts for a lot. His form figures this season read well, and that latest win suggests he has come forward again after already shaping nicely earlier in the campaign. A mark of 115 still looks fair enough if he can reproduce that effort, and he doesn’t arrive with the doubts that surround a lot of these. In a race full of runners with bits and pieces of form, he stands out as one who is actually progressing rather than merely bouncing around the same level. Available at 11/2, he looks a solid win play. Bet: WIN
2. Sea Of Doubt – 12/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Caragh Monaghan | Trainer: Ian Patrick Donoghue | Form: -16232 | Rating: 116 | Topspeed: 92
Sea Of Doubt is the sort I like in this race: consistent, fairly weighted on the numbers shown here, and arriving in form rather than trying to rediscover it. Those recent placed efforts tell you he’s holding his level well, and in a 23-runner handicap that reliability counts for plenty. Carrying 149, he is much better off at the weights than several of the obvious ones and should be able to travel into this if his jumping holds together. At 12/1, he looks the value each-way play against shorter-priced rivals who may not have much in hand. Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Fort Randall is the main win bet because he comes here in the best shape and still looks fairly treated. Sea Of Doubt is the each-way angle at double-figure odds, with his consistency and lighter weight making him very easy to fancy for a place at the very least. Giant Haystacks and Stily are the obvious dangers, while Finnians Row is another worth respecting in a race full of moving parts.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crescent Moon | 9/1 | 17/2 | 17/2 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 9/1 (Bet365) |
| Fort Randall | 11/2 | 11/2 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 11/2 (Bet365) |
| Leave In Secret | 18/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 18/1 (Bet365) |
| Butter Fingers | 10/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 (Bet365) |
| Ned In The Park | 14/1 | 16/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 16/1 (Betfair) |
| Finnians Row | 14/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Truckers Cruising | 28/1 | 25/1 | 22/1 | 20/1 | 22/1 | 28/1 (Bet365) |
| Kilbrin Rocco | 12/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 (Betfair) |
| Party President | 25/1 | 25/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 (Bet365) |
| Tell Us This | 18/1 | 20/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 | 20/1 (Betfair) |
| Cahirdown Boy | 11/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 (Bet365) |
| Drop A Threat | 11/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 11/1 (Bet365) |
| A Snow White Park | 11/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 (Bet365) |
| Herja | 22/1 | 22/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 | 22/1 (Bet365) |
| Giant Haystacks | 5/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 7/2 | 4/1 | 5/1 (Bet365) |
| Driveonwill | 11/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 (Bet365) |
| Stoneyford Lady | 14/1 | 16/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 (Betfair) |
| Sea Of Doubt | 12/1 | 11/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 12/1 (Bet365) |
| Mount Shenshan | 25/1 | 25/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 (Bet365) |
| My Cullen | 12/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 (Betfair) |
| Stily | 15/2 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 15/2 (Bet365) |
| Max Time | 33/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 (Betfair) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Karl Hedley | Fort Randall |
| Ian Gaughran | Tell Us This |
18:15 – COLM QUINN BMW Irish EBF Fillies Maiden (IRE Incentive Race)
Race Details: 7f | | Going: Jumps course – GOOD; Flat course – YIELDING | | mixed
This looks a proper Galway juvenile maiden rather than a weak summer seller in disguise, with several expensive-looking yards represented and some solid debut form already on the board. Madam Secretary sets the standard on bare figures after a pair of placed efforts, while Samnina and Argentarius both shaped with plenty of promise first time and have the sort of ratings that make them serious players. Silver Kiss also enters the argument after a respectable debut for Dermot Weld. The unknowns are dangerous too, notably The Good Wife, Haven and Suomenlinna, all from yards that know exactly what is required in these races. It is competitive, no doubt, but not impossible to solve: proven form over flashy reputation may be the safest route.
Top Selections
1. Madam Secretary – 11/4 with Bet365
Jockey: Wayne Lordan | Trainer: A P O’Brien | Form: 33 | Rating: 92 | Topspeed: 78
She is the obvious one, but not in a bad way. Two runs, two solid placed efforts, and a rating of 92 gives her the most dependable profile in the line-up. Aidan O’Brien juveniles often sharpen up plenty for racing, and Madam Secretary already looks to have the professionalism some of these rivals still need to learn. The draw in 12 is not ideal around Galway, but she has enough pace and experience to cope if Wayne Lordan gets her into a rhythm early. At 11/4 she is no giveaway, yet this is the runner with the clearest form claims and she sets the standard the rest have to beat. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Samnina – 7/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Shane Foley | Trainer: Mrs John Harrington | Form: 4 | Rating: 90 | Topspeed: 90
Samnina makes plenty of each-way appeal because her debut fourth was better than the bare finishing position suggests. A rating of 90 and a standout Topspeed of 90 for a once-raced filly catches the eye immediately, and she has the plum draw in stall 1 if Shane Foley can use it well. Harrington juveniles are often improved for that initial experience, and stepping into 7f now could easily bring out a bit more. With a big field and three places on offer, 7/2 is not screaming value for an each-way bet, but she looks one of the more likely runners to hit the frame and possibly give the favourite most to think about. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Madam Secretary is the straight win play because she brings the strongest established form and the most solid overall profile. Samnina is the each-way alternative from a good inside draw, especially if that debut effort is upgraded. Argentarius and Silver Kiss are the obvious dangers among those with experience, while any strong market move for The Good Wife or Haven would be worth noting.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Argentarius | 9/2 | 7/2 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 9/2 (Bet365) |
| Dear Theodosia | 125/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 | 125/1 (Bet365) |
| Fine Line | 200/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 200/1 (Bet365) |
| Haven | 11/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 (Bet365) |
| Lunar Empress | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Madam Secretary | 11/4 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 11/4 (Bet365) |
| Samnina | 7/2 | 10/3 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 10/3 | 7/2 (Bet365) |
| Silver Kiss | 4/1 | 7/2 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 (Bet365) |
| Suomenlinna | 10/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 (Paddy Power) |
| The Good Wife | 6/1 | 5/1 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 6/1 (Bet365) |
| Thelymitra | 80/1 | 80/1 | 80/1 | 80/1 | 80/1 | 80/1 (Bet365) |
| Wecouldavehaditall | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 (Bet365) |
| Wunderschon | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
18:45 – COLM QUINN BMW Mile Handicap (Premier Handicap)
Race Details: 1m | | Going: Jumps course – GOOD; Flat course – YIELDING | | mixed
This is a proper Galway mile handicap: deep, messy and full of runners with bits of form that make them dangerous. Pierre Royal arrives on the back of a win and is the obvious one to start with, while Hardy Warrior has the profile of a progressive 3yo still well capable of better in this grade. Dunum is a familiar name in these big-field handicaps and Lir Speciale has enough solid recent form to get involved if things drop right. Ribee has useful figures too, while the Stephen Thorne trio add another layer of intrigue, especially Jagged Edge and Far From Dandy from low draws. With 21 declared and five places on offer, this looks a strong renewal but not an easy one to solve. Positioning and luck in running will matter plenty.
Top Selections
1. Pierre Royal – 9/2 with William Hill
Jockey: Adam Caffrey | Trainer: Adrian McGuinness | Form: 216-61 | Rating: 106 | Topspeed: 96
He makes plenty of appeal in a race where not many arrive with such a straightforward case. That latest win suggested he is back in business, and his overall profile at a mile in a handicap like this is solid enough to think he can cope with a mark of 106. Draw 7 looks workable rather than awkward, and Adam Caffrey knows how to deliver one late in these cavalry charges. At 9/2 he is hardly hidden from the market, but that is no great surprise given the recent form and the fact he still looks capable of holding strong claims in a race of this nature. Bet: WIN
2. Ribee – 9/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Gary Carroll | Trainer: Michael Mulvany | Form: 1-1527 | Rating: 106 | Topspeed: 94
Ribee looks the value play if you want one at a fairer price with a live chance of hitting the frame and possibly better. His form this season has been generally reliable, and that sequence before the latest run shows he has been holding his form in competitive company. A draw in 4 could be a real asset around here if Gary Carroll can secure position early, and his mark does not look beyond him on the evidence of his better efforts. In a race where traffic problems can undo plenty of fancied runners, a horse with tactical speed and a low berth makes obvious each-way appeal. 9/1 looks perfectly fair. Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Pierre Royal is the percentage call for the win bet after that latest success and from a sensible draw. Ribee is the each-way punt at a bigger price, with his low stall and consistent profile making him easy to like in a 21-runner scramble. Hardy Warrior is the obvious danger if the 3yo angle proves decisive, while Dunum is too battle-hardened to ignore.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norwalk Havoc | 18/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 (Bet365) |
| Jagged Edge | 8/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 17/2 | 17/2 (William Hill) |
| Ribee | 9/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 (Bet365) |
| Dunum | 7/1 | 6/1 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 8/1 | 8/1 (William Hill) |
| Gleneagle Bay | 14/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Hardy Warrior | 9/2 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 11/2 | 11/2 (William Hill) |
| Lord Massusus | 25/1 | 20/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 (William Hill) |
| Far From Dandy | 10/1 | 15/2 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 (Bet365) |
| Pierre Royal | 4/1 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 (William Hill) |
| Booyea | 14/1 | 11/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Orandi | 16/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Genuine Article | 12/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 (Bet365) |
| Lady Lilac | 22/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 (Bet365) |
| Lir Speciale | 8/1 | 7/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 (Bet365) |
| Terre De Vega | 66/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 | 50/1 | 66/1 (Bet365) |
| Howyoulikethat | 50/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
| Kai Lung | 16/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
| Merlin The Wizard | 22/1 | 18/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 18/1 | 22/1 (Bet365) |
| Monvoe | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 25/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
| Monoceros | 40/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 28/1 | 40/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Brian Flanagan | Pierre Royal |
| Jim Delahunt | Pierre Royal |
19:15 – caulfieldindustrial.com Handicap
Race Details: 7f | | Going: Jumps course – GOOD; Flat course – YIELDING | | mixed
This is a proper Galway handicap: big field, plenty with chances, and more than a few arriving with similar bits of form. Inishfallen sets the standard on recent evidence after a solid second and has the sort of low draw that can be a real asset around here, while Goal Exceeded comes here in winning form and looks on the upgrade for Adrian McGuinness. Great Mover has been knocking on the door without quite getting his head in front, and Zaraahmando is another who keeps threatening to cash in. Lower down, Send Harry and Eddie G are not easily dismissed either. It looks competitive rather than classy, and getting the run of the race over this turning 7f will matter as much as raw ability. Tricky, but not impossible.
Top Selections
1. Inishfallen – 10/3 with Bet365
Jockey: Jack Kearney | Trainer: Stephen Thorne | Form: 246002 | Rating: 87 | Topspeed: 73
Inishfallen is the obvious starting point and, in truth, he is hard to oppose. That latest second suggested he is ready to strike, and he has been running well enough in stronger-looking handicaps to think this mark is still workable. Stall 2 looks a help in a race where track position can be crucial, and he doesn’t need to improve a great deal to go one better. He is towards the top of the weights, but that comes with the territory when you’re one of the more solid pieces of form in the line-up. At 10/3 with Bet365, he is no giveaway, but he still makes plenty of appeal. Bet: WIN
2. Great Mover – 9/1 with Bet365
Jockey: W J Lee | Trainer: W McCreery | Form: 566326 | Rating: 85 | Topspeed: 76
Great Mover looks the each-way value in a race where several are tightly matched. He has been holding his form well, his figures suggest consistency rather than regression, and that Topspeed mark of 76 is one of the better recent efforts on offer here. W J Lee is a notable booking in this sort of contest and McCreery’s runners are rarely poorly placed at Galway. From stall 5 he should be able to get into a handy rhythm, and if the race falls right he has the profile of one who can travel strongly into it. Available at 9/1 with Bet365, he makes plenty of sense as an each-way punt. Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Inishfallen is the win play; he brings the strongest recent form and has the draw to make it count. Great Mover is the each-way alternative at a fairer price, with enough consistency and pace figures to hit the frame at least. The obvious dangers are Goal Exceeded, who arrives in winning nick, and Zaraahmando, who is very capable of getting involved if things drop right.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sommelier | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 (Bet365) |
| Go Athletico | 18/1 | 16/1 | 20/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 | 20/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Vlhova | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
| Dragon Of Malta | 16/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
| Great Mover | 9/1 | 7/1 | 15/2 | 7/1 | 15/2 | 9/1 (Bet365) |
| Inishfallen | 10/3 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 11/4 | 10/3 (Bet365) |
| Mehman | 18/1 | 12/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 (Bet365) |
| Alfred Tennyson | 22/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 | 22/1 (Bet365) |
| Eddie G | 17/2 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 7/1 | 15/2 | 17/2 (Bet365) |
| Goal Exceeded | 4/1 | 10/3 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 4/1 (Bet365) |
| Heliogabalus | 12/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 (Bet365) |
| Shoot To Kill | 17/2 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 15/2 | 8/1 | 17/2 (Bet365) |
| Zaraahmando | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 15/2 | 8/1 (Bet365) |
| Send Harry | 7/1 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 6/1 | 13/2 | 7/1 (Bet365) |
| Summer Snow | 7/1 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 13/2 | 7/1 | 15/2 (Betfair) |
| Banner Beauty | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 25/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
19:45 – Caulfield Industrial Irish EBF Maiden
Race Details: 7f | | Going: Jumps course – GOOD; Flat course – YIELDING | | mixed
This looks a fair maiden rather than a deep one, but there are a few with perfectly solid claims and the market has latched onto the right horses. Starborn Legend and Sindagan bring the strongest recent form into it, while Punica Granatum and Almeiyda are the obvious dangers if things fall right. The former has enough experience to be respected, but her latest run was a shade disappointing, whereas Almeiyda shaped like a filly still learning her job. Galway’s 7f on yielding ground can reward balance and tactical speed, and in a 17-runner field that matters almost as much as raw ability. There are plenty here who look up against it, so this should revolve around the better-treated, race-fit three-year-olds rather than the outsiders.
Top Selections
1. Starborn Legend – 13/8 with Bet365
Jockey: Dylan Browne McMonagle | Trainer: Joseph Patrick O’Brien | Form: 62 | Rating: 86 | Topspeed: 62
He sets a pretty clear standard on what we’ve seen so far. After an educational debut, Starborn Legend took a good step forward when runner-up last time and that profile is exactly what you want in a maiden like this. Joseph O’Brien’s horses usually know their job in these races, and Dylan Browne McMonagle is an eye-catching booking on a colt who should still have more to come at 7f. The mark of 86 is already strong enough to win an ordinary contest of this nature, and at 13/8 he is short enough but still hard to oppose given the likely upside. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Almeiyda – 5/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Chris Hayes | Trainer: D K Weld | Form: 04-42 | Rating: 83 | Topspeed: 64
Almeiyda looks the each-way value against the more obvious pair at the head of the market. She has gradually pulled her form together, and that latest second suggested she’s getting closer to putting one of these away. D K Weld is never one to waste bullets at Galway, and Chris Hayes is the ideal man to deliver a filly who may need things smoothed out before asking for her effort. Her rating of 83 leaves her with a little to find on the very best of Sindagan and Starborn Legend form, but 5/1 is a perfectly fair price in a race where several of these are exposed or limited. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Starborn Legend is the straightforward win play and looks the one with the most scope to improve past this field. Almeiyda is the more interesting each-way punt at a workable price, especially with three places on offer in a big field. Sindagan is the obvious danger, while Punica Granatum also has enough form to get involved if bouncing back.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pettus Bridge | 200/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 200/1 (Bet365) |
| Rock Of The Daw | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
| Howya Pal | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 (Bet365) |
| Sindagan | 2/1 | 7/4 | 15/8 | 15/8 | 15/8 | 2/1 (Bet365) |
| Spinola Bear | 100/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 (Bet365) |
| Starborn Legend | 13/8 | 11/8 | 6/4 | 6/4 | 6/4 | 13/8 (Bet365) |
| Uncle Goalie | 11/1 | 17/2 | 10/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 (Bet365) |
| Almeiyda | 5/1 | 4/1 | 5/1 | 9/2 | 5/1 | 5/1 (Bet365) |
| Brigids Charm | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
| Caislean Ni Cuan | 66/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 (Bet365) |
| Punica Granatum | 7/2 | 3/1 | 10/3 | 10/3 | 10/3 | 7/2 (Bet365) |
| Sarfarcat | 200/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 200/1 (Bet365) |
| Shelton Spring | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 (Bet365) |
| Tijuana | 100/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 | 150/1 (Betfair) |
20:15 – Caulfield Industrial Handicap
Race Details: 1m | | Going: Jumps course – GOOD; Flat course – YIELDING | | mixed
This is a typically messy Galway finale, a 21-runner mile handicap where traffic, draw luck and the ability to travel strongly off a decent tempo will matter almost as much as raw ability. There are several with recent winning form, notably Bay Of Dreams and Lady Arwen, while Elusive Duke keeps knocking on the door and looks set for another big run from a handy weight. Minaun View also arrives in good nick after a productive spell, and Java Wood is another with obvious claims despite a wide berth. It does not look a deep race in terms of outright quality, but it is an excellent betting heat because plenty can be given a chance. In a race full of ifs and buts, I want something reliable for the win and something well treated for each-way purposes.
Top Selections
1. Elusive Duke – 7/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Wesley Joyce | Trainer: M A Molloy | Form: -72272 | Rating: 72 | Topspeed: 64
He is not hiding from the handicapper and, more importantly, he is not hiding from the assessor either, because those recent figures tell a very clear story: this horse is running his race time after time. Second on three of his last four starts, Elusive Duke looks primed to pick one up, and a mark of 72 still gives him room to manoeuvre in a race of this nature. Draw 7 is perfectly workable in a big-field Galway mile, and Wesley Joyce should be able to hold a position rather than needing miracles from the back. At 7/1, he makes plenty of appeal as the solid option in a race where solidity is not easy to find. Bet type: WIN.
Bet: WIN
2. Liberate – 10/1 with Bet365
Jockey: J M Sheridan | Trainer: Denis Gerard Hogan | Form: -09055 | Rating: 79 | Topspeed: 71
Liberate is not the easiest one to pin down, but there was enough encouragement in his last two fifth-place efforts to think he is coming to the boil at the right time. He is now carrying just 136 despite a rating of 79, which immediately makes him interesting in this sort of contest, and that topspeed figure of 71 stacks up perfectly well against most of these. The obvious concern is stall 21, because you do not want to be giving away ground around here, but at 10/1 he looks the sort worth chancing each-way if J M Sheridan can slot in early. He has more upside than plenty of these exposed rivals and could easily outrun those odds. Bet type: EACH-WAY.
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Elusive Duke is the win play because he brings the cleanest recent profile and looks overdue in a race that should suit. Liberate is the each-way punt at double-figure odds, with his low weight and workable recent efforts making him attractive despite the awkward draw. Bay Of Dreams, Lady Arwen and Minaun View are obvious dangers in a race where cover and timing will be everything.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blues Emperor | 25/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 25/1 (Bet365) |
| Dark Summit | 20/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 | 20/1 (Bet365) |
| Grey Leader | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 (Bet365) |
| Java Wood | 13/2 | 11/2 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 13/2 (Bet365) |
| San Aer | 13/2 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 13/2 (Bet365) |
| Showyoutheropes | 11/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 11/1 (Bet365) |
| Bay Of Dreams | 11/2 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 11/2 (Bet365) |
| Cala Bonita | 18/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 (Bet365) |
| Faoladh | 20/1 | 16/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 (Bet365) |
| Finsceal Annie | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
| Kitty Bear | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 (Bet365) |
| Lady Arwen | 13/2 | 5/1 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 13/2 (Bet365) |
| Loingseoir | 20/1 | 18/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 (Bet365) |
| Rhythm King | 7/1 | 13/2 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 (Bet365) |
| Liberate | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 (Bet365) |
| Moyassr | 20/1 | 16/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 (Bet365) |
| Queen Aethelflaed | 20/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 20/1 (Bet365) |
| Elusive Duke | 7/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 (Bet365) |
| Minaun View | 9/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 (Betfair) |
| Ballymagreehan | 9/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 (Betfair) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| The Irish Sun | Loingseoir |
Galway Course Specialists
Horses To Note
The top course performers among today’s runners:
| Horse | Runs | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dunum | 6 | 3 | 50% | 100% |
| My Great Mate | 5 | 2 | 40% | 80% |
| Leave In Secret | 4 | 1 | 25% | 50% |
| Grey Leader | 4 | 1 | 25% | 25% |
| Dragon Of Malta | 10 | 2 | 20% | 30% |
Jockeys To Note
The pilots with the strongest records at the course:
| Jockey | Rides | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eoin Staples | 13 | 3 | 23.08% | 38.46% |
| Jack Kennedy | 114 | 21 | 18.42% | 58.77% |
| Paul Townend | 323 | 54 | 16.72% | 59.44% |
| Calum Hogan | 12 | 2 | 16.67% | 33.33% |
| Wayne Lordan | 81 | 13 | 16.05% | 38.27% |
Trainers To Note
Yards that have done well at Galway:
| Trainer | Runners | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C W J Farrell | 8 | 2 | 25% | 37.5% |
| P Twomey | 31 | 7 | 22.58% | 45.16% |
| Miss Natalia Lupini | 18 | 4 | 22.22% | 61.11% |
| D K Weld | 487 | 102 | 20.94% | 49.28% |
| W P Mullins | 749 | 147 | 19.63% | 53.54% |
Summary & Best Bets
That wraps up our Galway racing tips for Tuesday 28th July 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 Galway today?
The first race at Galway on Tuesday 28th July 2026 goes off at 16:40, with 8 races scheduled in total.
What is the going at Galway today?
The going at Galway is reported as Jumps course – GOOD; Flat course – YIELDING.
How many races are at Galway today?
There are 8 races on the card at Galway today, running from 16:40 through to 20:15.
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