‘Yes Sir’, a well-known horse from leading trainer Peter Bowen’s yard and ‘Hoola Boola’ with trainer Paul Nicholls, will head the English field for the 2m 6f race. Meanwhile, four English horses will partake in Thursday’s Galway Hurdle with French trainer, Francois Doumen also entering ‘Sunrise Spirit’. 

The official going at the moment is soft with sun, showers, and high winds forecasted for the next few days. Race goers are advised to turn up early to all days racing to avoid traffic delays. Monday, Tuesday and Friday will be evening meetings, beginning at 5.10pm, racing on Wednesday and Thursday will commence at 1.50pm while Saturday and Sunday will kick off a 2.15pm.

The irrepressible Hector Ó hEochagáin, star of RTE’s ‘Only Fools Buy Horses’, will return this year to host the big bash in the Guinness and Oyster Marquee on the first day of racing on Monday 30 July. An evening of fun, laughter and general hilarity is guaranteed, with a host of spot prizes.