Our Punchestown racing tips cover all 8 races on the card today, Wednesday 29th April 2026. The action gets underway at 14:30 and runs through to 18:35, with going reported as YIELDING (Watering).
A few names jump off the page from a course-form perspective. Gaelic Warrior boasts a 75% strike rate from 4 runs at the track, Sean Cleary Farrell has been in fine form here with 5 wins from 14 rides, W P Mullins’s yard sends out runners with a 24.23% 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 Punchestown
Here’s how the leading tipsters have fared at Punchestown over the last two years (minimum 10 selections):
| Tipster | Source | Selections | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| bettinggods.com | bettinggods.com | 10 | 7 | 70% | 60% |
| Lee Sobot | Yorkshire Evening Post | 19 | 10 | 52.63% | 84.21% |
| Luke Tucker | Cambridge Evening News | 13 | 6 | 46.15% | 61.54% |
| Computeform | The Racing App | 16 | 6 | 37.5% | 87.5% |
| Mercury | Daily Post | 23 | 8 | 34.78% | 69.57% |
14:30 – Adare Manor Opportunity Series Final Handicap Hurdle
Race Details: 2m 3f | | Going: YIELDING (Watering) | | jumps
A typically fiendish Punchestown handicap to start with, and 28 runners means luck in running will matter nearly as much as raw ability. There are plenty arriving with live chances: Radiator Springs has the profile of an unexposed improver, Aguellid comes here on the back of a win and Straight John has been running to a solid level in better races than some of these. Katie Daniels is another obvious one after a recent success, while Toll Stone looks the sort Emmet Mullins could easily have teed up for a race like this. It is a strong, competitive heat rather than a weak lottery, but in a field this deep I’d rather side with progressive types than exposed handicappers who need everything to drop right.
Top Selections
1. Radiator Springs – 6/1 with Betfair
Jockey: Patrick M O’Brien | Trainer: Henry De Bromhead | Form: 312 | Rating: 123 | Topspeed: 106
Radiator Springs looks the right one to be with. He has only had three starts over hurdles, so there should be more to come, and that 3-1-2 sequence suggests a horse learning quickly rather than one who has already shown his full hand. A mark of 123 looks workable enough in a race where plenty are exposed, and Henry De Bromhead’s runner has the sort of profile that often pays in these spring festival handicaps. The 6/1 on offer is fair rather than fancy, but it still makes appeal given his scope and the likelihood that this trip on yielding ground will suit. Bet: WIN
2. Long Branch – 18/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Sean Cleary Farrell | Trainer: Seamus Neville | Form: 5413U2 | Rating: 128 | Topspeed: 108
Long Branch is the each-way play at a much bigger price. His recent form reads well for a race of this nature, particularly that latest second, and he has been holding his form together in competitive handicaps. Off 128 he is not obviously thrown in, but he is reliable enough to think he can run his race again, and in a 28-runner contest that counts for plenty. The 18/1 with Bet365 looks a fair each-way punt when six places are on offer, especially as he has already shown he can cope with hustle and bustle in these big fields. He may not be the sexy one, but he makes plenty of practical appeal. Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Radiator Springs is the win bet because he has the strongest upside in a race where improvement could be decisive. Long Branch makes more sense as the each-way option at 18/1 with six places available, given his solid recent profile. The obvious dangers are Aguellid, who is progressive himself, and Katie Daniels, who is well enough treated if backing up her latest win.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aguellid | 13/2 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 (Betfair) |
| Sir Allen | 11/1 | 12/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 (Betfair) |
| God Of Thunder | 50/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
| Hitak | 33/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 | 25/1 | 28/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
| Miss Manzor | 20/1 | 18/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 | 20/1 (Bet365) |
| Straight John | 15/2 | 8/1 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 8/1 (Betfair) |
| Long Branch | 18/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 (Bet365) |
| Radiator Springs | 11/2 | 6/1 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 6/1 | 6/1 (Betfair) |
| Thanksforthehelp | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 (Bet365) |
| Toll Stone | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 (Bet365) |
| Minella Supreme | 33/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 | 25/1 | 28/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
| Cloonainra | 12/1 | 12/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 (Bet365) |
| Kamino Bello | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 (Bet365) |
| Jolie Jewel | 28/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 28/1 (Bet365) |
| Minella Post | 18/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 (Bet365) |
| Falcon Eight | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 (Bet365) |
| Garrybello | 33/1 | 33/1 | 30/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
| Kalanisi Flash | 40/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 40/1 (Bet365) |
| Katie Daniels | 17/2 | 9/1 | 17/2 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 9/1 (Betfair) |
| Claude | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 33/1 | 40/1 (Bet365) |
| Sopelana | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
| Better Times | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 (Bet365) |
| Aurea Fortuna | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
| Jacovec Cavern | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 (Bet365) |
| Mi Lucky Cailin | 28/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 28/1 (Bet365) |
| Moon Mission | 14/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 (Betfair) |
| El Champo | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 28/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| West Country | Thanksforthehelp |
| Karl Hedley | Katie Daniels |
15:05 – Connolly’s RED MILLS Irish EBF Auction Hurdle Series Final
Race Details: 2m 3f | | Going: YIELDING (Watering) | | jumps
This looks a proper competitive series final rather than a penalty kick for the market leader. Vitorio Piel brings the classiest figures to the table off 138 and his topspeed mark of 115 stands out, but he has to concede weight all round in a race full of improving handicappers. Simply Natural is the obvious lurker at the foot of the weights, arriving here after back-to-back seconds and looking very well treated off 133 with just 146lb to carry. L’ Evangeliste is thriving, Grey Jude has been knocking hard on the door in stronger races than some of these, while Eagle’s Quest comes here on the back of a win and has plenty of support in the tipster ranks. Strong race, deep race, and not one to play timidly in.
Top Selections
1. Simply Natural – 13/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Conor Stone-Walsh | Trainer: Gavin Cromwell | Form: -42622 | Rating: 133 | Topspeed: 112
He is the one I keep coming back to because the handicapper may just have left him a little room and this race setup suits him perfectly. A mark of 133 would be demanding enough in a normal handicap, but carrying only 146lb in this company is a major asset, especially over 2m3f on yielding ground where efficiency and rhythm matter. His recent sequence says he is holding his form well, and that 112 topspeed figure tells you he has the gears for a race of this nature. Cromwell excels with these tough, progressive hurdlers and 13/2 makes plenty of appeal against a favourite giving weight away. Bet: WIN
2. Grey Jude – 12/1 with Paddy Power
Jockey: Daniel King | Trainer: Connor King | Form: 332122 | Rating: 131 | Topspeed: 122
Grey Jude is exactly the sort I like in these big-field finals: solid, battle-hardened and still not fully exposed. The form figures are admirably consistent, and that topspeed mark of 122 is one of the most persuasive pieces of evidence in the race. He has been running to a level that gives him a serious squeak off 131, and he gets in here with a fair racing weight of 160lb. At 12/1 with four places on offer, he looks overpriced for a horse who has been repeatedly running his race and should cope well with this test. He is not flashy, but he is reliable, and that counts for plenty here. Bet: EACH-WAY
Danger: Vitorio Piel is the class act and the one they all have to beat if coping with top weight.
Betting Strategy
Simply Natural is the win play because his weight pull against the principals could be decisive in a race where plenty arrive with similar profiles. Grey Jude is the each-way punt at double-figure odds, with his consistency and strong topspeed figure making him very hard to ignore for the places at least. Vitorio Piel is the clear danger, while L’ Evangeliste also commands respect in a deep final.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Blanco | 9/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 (Betfair) |
| Vitorio Piel | 15/8 | 9/5 | 9/5 | 7/4 | 7/4 | 15/8 (Bet365) |
| Ifallgoeswell | 12/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 (Bet365) |
| Green Angel | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 28/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
| Grey Jude | 10/1 | 10/1 | 12/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Raise You Up | 8/1 | 15/2 | 8/1 | 15/2 | 8/1 | 8/1 (Bet365) |
| Green Chef | 80/1 | 80/1 | 80/1 | 80/1 | 66/1 | 80/1 (Bet365) |
| De Jour En Jour | 25/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 (Bet365) |
| All Night Revival | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 28/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
| Dunleer Crystal | 16/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
| Strange Currency | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
| The First Turn | 50/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 | 50/1 | 66/1 (Betfair) |
| Simply Natural | 13/2 | 6/1 | 13/2 | 6/1 | 13/2 | 13/2 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Adrian Wall | Eagle’s Quest |
| Jim Delahunt | Grey Jude |
| Rory Delargy | Grey Jude |
15:40 – Louis Fitzgerald Hotel Hurdle
Race Details: 2m 3f | | Going: YIELDING (Watering) | | jumps
This is a likeable little handicap hurdle rather than a vintage one, but it’s still competitive enough and there are several with perfectly solid claims. Riskaway sets the standard on ratings and has been knocking on the door in stronger company, while Begorra Man has the profile of one who keeps threatening to land a race like this off a handy weight. Bunting is better than recent figures suggest for Willie Mullins, and stablemate Soir De Garde could easily bounce back if forgiving that last-flight fall. The four-year-olds Minella Boss and Quinta Do Lago get weight from the older brigade and add a bit of intrigue, especially if there’s more improvement to come. All told, it looks a race where current sharpness and a clean round will count for plenty.
Top Selections
1. Riskaway – 10/3 with Bet365
Jockey: Jack Kennedy | Trainer: Gordon Elliott | Form: -21240 | Rating: 138 | Topspeed: 123
Riskaway makes plenty of appeal in a race where the obvious answer may well be the right one. He’s got the best rating in the field, his topspeed figure is the strongest too, and the recent sequence suggests he has been holding his own in decent races without quite getting his head back in front. The latest duck egg needs forgiving, but his earlier second and win reads well in the context of this. Jack Kennedy is an eye-catching booking for a yard that knows exactly what is required at these spring festivals, and 10/3 looks fair rather than cramped. If he reproduces his better efforts, he holds strong claims.
Bet: WIN
2. Begorra Man – 5/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Keith Donoghue | Trainer: Gavin Cromwell | Form: 52-22 | Rating: 135 | Topspeed: 80
Begorra Man is the each-way play because he comes here in the kind of nick that often gets rewarded in these competitive handicaps. He hasn’t been far away on his last two starts, both runner-up efforts suggesting this mark is manageable, and the fact he carries only 160 compared to the 166 shouldered by several key rivals is no small thing over this trip on yielding ground. Gavin Cromwell’s runners are rarely sent out short of fitness and Keith Donoghue is a polished operator in these events. At 5/1 he isn’t exactly missed, but he still looks the percentage call for those wanting a solid each-way punt with three places on offer.
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Riskaway is the win bet on the strength of his mark and the overall quality of his recent form. Begorra Man appeals most as the each-way alternative, with consistency and a lighter weight putting him right in the mix. The obvious dangers are Bunting, if Mullins can revive him, and Soir De Garde, who was still travelling well enough before falling last time.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bunting | 7/2 | 7/2 | 18/5 | 10/3 | 7/2 | 18/5 (Paddy Power) |
| Le Grand Peinture | 28/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 | 33/1 (Betfair) |
| Mister Pessimistic | 8/1 | 15/2 | 8/1 | 15/2 | 8/1 | 8/1 (Bet365) |
| Riskaway | 10/3 | 16/5 | 16/5 | 3/1 | 10/3 | 10/3 (Bet365) |
| Soir De Garde | 10/3 | 10/3 | 10/3 | 10/3 | 10/3 | 10/3 (Bet365) |
| Begorra Man | 5/1 | 9/2 | 5/1 | 9/2 | 5/1 | 5/1 (Bet365) |
| Milan Forth | 28/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 | 33/1 (Betfair) |
| Tinto De Verano | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
| Minella Boss | 10/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 (Bet365) |
| Quinta Do Lago | 15/2 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 7/1 | 15/2 | 15/2 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| On The Nose | Begorra Man |
16:15 – Channor Real Estate Group Novice Hurdle (Grade 1)
Race Details: 2m 7f | | Going: YIELDING (Watering) | | jumps
This is a proper Punchestown novice hurdle, deep enough to be interesting and with several form lines colliding at the right time. Zanoosh brings the sexy profile, six wins on the spin and a handy 7lb allowance, while Doctor Steinberg has already posted the best rating in the field and looks the Mullins first string on jockey bookings. The Passing Wife and Fruit De Mer are solid, battle-hardened types who should be well suited by this trip, and there are enough lurking improvers like Love Me Tender and Spinningayarn to stop this being a procession. Even so, it doesn’t look an impossible puzzle. Class and proven stamina should decide it, and that pushes the argument towards the established Graded performers rather than the romantic outsiders.
Top Selections
1. Doctor Steinberg – 9/2 with William Hill
Jockey: Paul Townend | Trainer: W P Mullins | Form: 15111P | Rating: 153 | Topspeed: 139
The pulled-up effort last time is the obvious blot, but I’m very willing to forgive one bad day when the rest of the profile reads so strongly. Before that, Doctor Steinberg had rattled off four wins and his figures of 153 and 139 make him one of the class acts here on raw ability. Townend siding with him in a race where Mullins is mob-handed is no small pointer either. This step back into a strongly-run 2m7f on yielding ground could easily bring out the best in him, and at 9/2 he makes more appeal than some of the shorter-priced, less proven alternatives. Bet: WIN
2. Love Me Tender – 14/1 with Betfair
Jockey: Mark Walsh | Trainer: W P Mullins | Form: 111334 | Rating: 146 | Topspeed: 139
Love Me Tender is the one at a double-figure price who could easily outrun the market. Three straight wins earlier in the campaign showed she has a touch of class, and while her last two runs don’t scream “winner waiting”, they were still perfectly respectable in stronger company than most of these have faced. A rating of 146 and topspeed of 139 say she is no back number, and this sort of race could set up nicely if they go hard enough. Mark Walsh is an eye-catching booking and 14/1 looks a fair each-way punt for a mare with enough quality to hit the frame, and maybe better. Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Doctor Steinberg is the win play on the basis that his peak form is the best on offer and the Townend booking strengthens the case. For an each-way alternative, Love Me Tender looks overpriced given her rating and proven ability in better races. The obvious dangers are Zanoosh with that 7lb allowance and relentless winning streak, plus The Passing Wife, who brings solid, dependable Graded form.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doctor Steinberg | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 9/2 | 9/2 (William Hill) |
| Dream On Mick | 80/1 | 50/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 | 80/1 | 80/1 (Bet365) |
| Espresso Milan | 16/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
| Frankie John | 20/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 (William Hill) |
| Fruit De Mer | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 9/2 | 9/2 (William Hill) |
| Generous Risk | 40/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 40/1 (Bet365) |
| Hipop De Loire | 66/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 | 50/1 | 66/1 (Bet365) |
| I Started A Joke | 16/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
| Kazansky | 33/1 | 28/1 | 30/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
| Le Frimeur | 18/1 | 11/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 (Bet365) |
| Love Me Tender | 10/1 | 14/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 14/1 (Betfair) |
| Spinningayarn | 12/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 (Bet365) |
| The Passing Wife | 11/2 | 9/2 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 11/2 (Bet365) |
| Zanoosh | 10/3 | 10/3 | 7/2 | 10/3 | 7/2 | 7/2 (Paddy Power) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Sam Hardy | Spinningayarn |
| Ian Gaughran | The Passing Wife |
| Dean Kilbryde | The Passing Wife |
| Moorestyle | Love Me Tender |
| Brian Flanagan | I Started A Joke |
| Mirror Online | Doctor Steinberg |
16:50 – Race & Stay At Punchestown Champion I.N.H. Flat Race (Grade 1)
Race Details: 2m | | Going: YIELDING (Watering) | | jumps
This looks a properly deep Champion Bumper, with proven winners, big yards and a few conflicting form lines to untangle. The Mourne Rambler sets the standard on bare figures after winning both starts and posting the best rating in the field, so it is easy to see why he heads the market. Willie Mullins, though, throws plenty at it, with Dromard particularly interesting after scoring on debut and shaping like a horse with plenty more to come. Boycetown and Low Kick also bring solid profiles, while Love Sign d’Aunou is harder to assess after that win-then-defeat sequence. It is a strong renewal rather than a lucky-dip, but in a race where reputation and stable strength can distort the market, there may be a bit of value tucked in behind the obvious favourite.
Top Selections
1. Dromard – 7/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Mr P W Mullins | Trainer: W P Mullins | Form: 1 | Rating: 130 | Topspeed: 91
Dromard makes plenty of appeal for a yard that all but owns races like this. He won first time up, and while the form figure alone does not tell the whole story, a 130 rating on the back of just one run suggests he did it with a fair bit in hand. Patrick Mullins taking over is no negative in these bumpers, quite the opposite, and this one looks the type to improve sharply for that initial experience. The Mourne Rambler is rock-solid, but Dromard has the classic profile of a Mullins bumper horse arriving here on an upward curve. At 7/2 with Bet365, he looks the one to side with. Bet type: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Boycetown – 6/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Mr Derek O’Connor | Trainer: Gavin Cromwell | Form: 214 | Rating: 129 | Topspeed: 124
Boycetown is the each-way angle in a race where a few of these are priced purely on stable power. Gavin Cromwell’s runner has a solid body of work already, his rating of 129 puts him right in the argument, and that topspeed mark of 124 says he has shown a proper engine. The latest fourth does not scare me off at all in this company; if anything, it leaves him a touch under the radar compared to some flashier unbeaten types. Derek O’Connor is exactly the sort you want in a big-field bumper, and 6/1 with Bet365 looks fair for a horse who should be staying on when others have cried enough. Bet type: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Dromard is the win play, especially if you are happy to trust the usual Punchestown bumper signals from Closutton. For an each-way punt, Boycetown makes plenty of sense at 6/1 in a 10-runner race with three places on offer. The Mourne Rambler is the obvious danger and hard to leave out of calculations, while Low Kick could also outrun his price.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnahash Prince | 33/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
| Boycetown | 6/1 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 11/2 | 6/1 (Bet365) |
| Dromard | 7/2 | 10/3 | 10/3 | 10/3 | 10/3 | 7/2 (Bet365) |
| Low Kick | 15/2 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 (William Hill) |
| Of Land And Sea | 80/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 66/1 | 80/1 (Bet365) |
| The Irish Avatar | 14/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 (William Hill) |
| The Mourne Rambler | 13/8 | 7/4 | 7/4 | 7/4 | 7/4 | 7/4 (Betfair) |
| The Wager | 15/2 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 13/2 | 15/2 (Bet365) |
| With Nolimit | 28/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 25/1 | 33/1 (Betfair) |
17:25 – Colm Quinn BMW Handicap Chase (Grade 3)
Race Details: 2m 4f | | Going: YIELDING (Watering) | | jumps
This is a proper Punchestown handicap chase: deep, competitive and full of horses arriving from slightly different angles. King Alexander is the obvious starting point after shaping well in stronger company and dropping into this off 156, while Conyers Hill, Dee Capo and Kilbarry Saint all bring form that gives them a serious say in a race where the handicapper hasn’t missed much. Mullins and Elliott dominate numerically, but that does not make it straightforward, especially with lightly raced chasers such as Karia Des Blaises still open to more improvement. The trip on yielding ground should place the emphasis on accurate jumping and tactical pace rather than pure stamina. It looks a strong renewal for the grade, and not one for lazy punting.
Top Selections
1. King Alexander – 5/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Paul Townend | Trainer: W P Mullins | Form: 3-2314 | Rating: 157 | Topspeed: 142
He is short enough in a 14-runner handicap, but there is a reason for that. King Alexander has been running consistently well, his figures are rock-solid, and that fourth last time does not put me off in the slightest given the company he was keeping. A mark of 157 looks workable when set against a topspeed of 142, and this 2m4f on yielding ground looks right in his lane. Townend is an eye-catching booking in a yard mob-handed here, and the feeling is that he has been kept to the right sort of races. At 5/2, he is no giveaway, but he is still the one with the most convincing profile. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Kilbarry Saint – 9/1 with Paddy Power
Jockey: Patrick M O’Brien | Trainer: C O’Keeffe | Form: 245312 | Rating: 158 | Topspeed: 144
Kilbarry Saint looks the each-way play in a race where plenty will be popular but not many are obviously well in. He has been knocking on the door, his recent form reads well, and that latest second suggested he is still in good nick rather than coming to the end of a busy spell. The handicap mark of 158 asks a question, but he gets in here off just 142 in the weights and his topspeed figure of 144 says he has the raw ability to be very competitive. He is uncomplicated, tends to hold his form, and 9/1 appeals as a sensible each-way punt in a four-place race. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
King Alexander is the win angle despite a fairly obvious profile; he just brings the most dependable blend of class, recent form and suitability for conditions. For an each-way alternative, Kilbarry Saint makes plenty of appeal with four places on offer and a solid recent record. Dee Capo and Conyers Hill are the main dangers, while Karia Des Blaises is the one who could easily outrun her price if bouncing back.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Down Memory Lane | 17/2 | 15/2 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 (William Hill) |
| Jesse Evans | 11/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 (Bet365) |
| Classic Getaway | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Dee Capo | 9/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 (Betfair) |
| King Alexander | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 | 5/2 (Bet365) |
| Riaan | 14/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 (William Hill) |
| Karia Des Blaises | 11/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 (William Hill) |
| Conyers Hill | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 15/2 | 8/1 (Bet365) |
| Midnight It Is | 33/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 33/1 | 40/1 (Betfair) |
| Nouvotic | 15/2 | 17/2 | 9/1 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 9/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Dreal Deal | 33/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 (Betfair) |
| Kilbarry Saint | 17/2 | 8/1 | 9/1 | 8/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Magic McColgan | 12/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Kieran McHugh | Riaan |
18:05 – Ladbrokes Punchestown Gold Cup (Chase) (Grade 1)
Race Details: 3m | | Going: YIELDING (Watering) | | jumps
A five-runner Grade 1 rarely leaves much room for hiding places and this looks a proper Punchestown championship chase despite the small field. Willie Mullins runs four of the five, but it still revolves around the same question most top-level Irish chases have lately: can anything lower the colours of Gaelic Warrior? He arrives off another smart win and his blend of pace and jumping makes him a fearsome opponent around here. Fact To File is the obvious threat if seeing out this 3m strongly enough, while Inothewayurthinkin is the interesting outsider from outside the Mullins battalion after shaping better than the bare result on recent starts. The other pair need a chunk of improvement. Tactically, it could get messy, but class should tell.
Top Selections
1. Gaelic Warrior – 1/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Paul Townend | Trainer: W P Mullins | Form: 1-1321 | Rating: 186 | Topspeed: 182
He is the standout on the figures and, more importantly, he tends to look like the standout when the tempo lifts and fences start coming quickly. A mark of 186 and a Topspeed of 182 put him clear at the head of this field, and his recent form reads exactly as you would want for a horse coming here in peak order. Townend is hardly likely to overcomplicate things on a horse with such a potent turn of foot for a staying chaser, and around Punchestown that can be decisive. Even at even-money, he is hard to oppose because he brings the strongest current profile and the fewest doubts. Bet: WIN
Betting Strategy
Keep it simple in a five-runner race: Gaelic Warrior is the win bet and the only bet. Each-way angles make little appeal in this sort of field. Fact To File is the clear danger on ratings and stable strength, while Inothewayurthinkin is the one who could make the market leaders work harder than expected if the race gets tactical.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Champ Kiely | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
| Fact To File | 6/4 | 6/4 | 6/4 | 6/4 | 6/4 | 6/4 (Bet365) |
| Gaelic Warrior | 1/1 | 10/11 | 10/11 | 10/11 | 10/11 | 1/1 (Bet365) |
| Grangeclare West | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
| Inothewayurthinkin | 8/1 | 15/2 | 8/1 | 15/2 | 8/1 | 8/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| The Irish Sun | Champ Kiely |
| Mercury | Gaelic Warrior |
| The Punt | Gaelic Warrior |
| Ben Morgan | Grangeclare West |
18:35 – Weatherbys General Stud Book Irish EBF Mares INH Flat Race (Grade 3)
Race Details: 2m | | Going: YIELDING (Watering) | | jumps
This is a typically deep Punchestown mares’ bumper and, unsurprisingly, Willie Mullins has a vice-like grip on it with Glens Anthem, Even Tho, Latosca Du Houx and several more lining up. Glens Anthem sets the standard in the market after a stylish debut success and she looks the obvious one, but it is not quite a penalty kick in a 16-runner field full of unexposed mares. Coole Cafe is an interesting four-year-old getting weight after winning three of her four starts, while Belladaball and Kiltybo bring solid recent form of their own. The Mullins squad may well dominate, but these Grade 3 mares’ bumpers can get tactical and a bit messy, so there is room for a value angle against the short one.
Top Selections
1. Glens Anthem – 9/5 with Betfair
Jockey: Mr P W Mullins | Trainer: W P Mullins | Form: 1 | Rating: 118 | Topspeed: 98
She is the one they all have to beat. A debut winner with a smart-looking 118 rating already, Glens Anthem brings the strongest blend of promise and substance into the race and the booking of Patrick Mullins only underlines the stable’s intent. In a field packed with Mullins runners, she is the one the market has latched on to for good reason. The topspeed figure of 98 also stands out in this line-up and suggests that first run was no ordinary maiden spin. At 9/5 she is not exactly hidden from anyone, but she still makes plenty of appeal in a race where class and stable power matter. Bet: WIN
2. Coole Cafe – 17/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Mr D G Lavery | Trainer: Gavin Cromwell | Form: 1711 | Rating: 122 | Topspeed: 110
If you want to take on the Mullins battalion for an each-way play, Coole Cafe makes plenty of sense. She is a four-year-old, so gets in with just 157, and that weight concession could be a real asset late on over this sharp enough 2m. Her profile is properly progressive too, with three wins from four starts and a lofty 122 rating that puts her right in the argument. The 110 topspeed figure is one of the best in the field and suggests she is not just winning weak races by default. Available at 17/2, she looks a lively each-way punt for a yard more than capable of landing a race like this. Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Glens Anthem is the straightforward win play and is hard to oppose given her debut promise, stable and rider. For those wanting a bit more juice, Coole Cafe is the each-way option at a fairer price, with her weight allowance a major plus. Latosca Du Houx and Even Tho are the obvious dangers from the Mullins team if the market leader underperforms.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al Arrivee | 18/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 18/1 | 20/1 (Betfair) |
| Belladaball | 9/1 | 17/2 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 17/2 | 9/1 (Bet365) |
| Born Believing | 22/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 22/1 (Bet365) |
| Celestial Tune | 12/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Even Tho | 5/1 | 5/1 | 11/2 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 11/2 (Paddy Power) |
| Glens Anthem | 7/4 | 9/5 | 9/5 | 7/4 | 7/4 | 9/5 (Betfair) |
| Goulmichette | 22/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 22/1 (Bet365) |
| Kiltybo | 9/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Latosca Du Houx | 11/2 | 9/2 | 5/1 | 9/2 | 5/1 | 11/2 (Bet365) |
| Maximillian Lady | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 (Bet365) |
| Some Pretender | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 (Bet365) |
| Tintara | 28/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 33/1 | 28/1 | 33/1 (Betfair) |
| Treadonmydreams | 80/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 | 100/1 | 80/1 | 100/1 (Betfair) |
| Wonderful Everyday | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 20/1 | 18/1 | 20/1 (Bet365) |
| Coole Cafe | 17/2 | 8/1 | 17/2 | 15/2 | 8/1 | 17/2 (Bet365) |
| Sapphire Jewel | 125/1 | 125/1 | 125/1 | 125/1 | 125/1 | 125/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Rory Paddock | Glens Anthem |
| Lee Sobot | Glens Anthem |
Punchestown Course Specialists
Horses To Note
The top course performers among today’s runners:
| Horse | Runs | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gaelic Warrior | 4 | 3 | 75% | 75% |
| The Passing Wife | 3 | 2 | 66.67% | 100% |
| Grangeclare West | 4 | 2 | 50% | 75% |
| Dreal Deal | 4 | 2 | 50% | 50% |
| Fact To File | 3 | 1 | 33.33% | 66.67% |
Jockeys To Note
The pilots with the strongest records at the course:
| Jockey | Rides | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sean Cleary Farrell | 14 | 5 | 35.71% | 35.71% |
| Mr P W Mullins | 329 | 92 | 27.96% | 59.88% |
| Paul Townend | 648 | 173 | 26.7% | 61.42% |
| Paddy Cleary | 4 | 1 | 25% | 25% |
| Jack Kennedy | 278 | 50 | 17.99% | 56.47% |
Trainers To Note
Yards that have done well at Punchestown:
| Trainer | Runners | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W P Mullins | 1985 | 481 | 24.23% | 56.37% |
| Colin Motherway | 11 | 2 | 18.18% | 36.36% |
| Jonathan Sweeney | 32 | 5 | 15.63% | 46.88% |
| Emmet Mullins | 99 | 15 | 15.15% | 42.42% |
| Gordon Elliott | 1683 | 229 | 13.61% | 46.35% |
Summary & Best Bets
That wraps up our Punchestown racing tips for Wednesday 29th April 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 Punchestown today?
The first race at Punchestown on Wednesday 29th April 2026 goes off at 14:30, with 8 races scheduled in total.
What is the going at Punchestown today?
The going at Punchestown is reported as YIELDING (Watering).
How many races are at Punchestown today?
There are 8 races on the card at Punchestown today, running from 14:30 through to 18:35.
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