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Rockshore Cider Handicap

Sligo · 20:30 · Wednesday, 5 August 2026 · 1m5f56y · Good

🤖 AI race preview

A slow-to-mid tempo is expected, with Reflectionist likely to set the early pace from his outside draw, though his recent form at Ballinrobe — where he bolted to the front under 13lb and a cheekpiece debut — suggests he may be over-optimistic in this ground. Deluca Chop stands out as the most consistent performer, having won twice in the last six starts over this trip with a strong RPR of 57 and a recent ½-length victory at Navan, despite a slight class drop and headgear change, and his ground versatility makes him hard to oppose. The main danger comes from Mystic Rose, who showed resilience in her first-time cheekpieces at Dundalk, and Kings Gesture, who despite a poor run behind Reflectionist, has a clean record of not being a late-race threat. Each-way value is present in Piatra Neamt and Wungudi, both with early form and first-time headgear, though their lack of recent run consistency limits their appeal.

Written by our AI before the off from form, ratings and conditions — neutral analysis, not a betting recommendation. How we build verdicts.

🏁 Result

1Anightaway (IRE) Jimmy Dalton12
2Eastern Wind (GB) Sadhbh Tormey13
3Maxwell Smart (IRE) James Ryan19
4Reflectionist (FR) Joseph Harnett7.00
5Deluca Chop (FR) Patrick McGettigan7.50
6Without Love (GB) Robbie Colgan4.00

Settled from official results.

AI top 3 (before the off)

🥇Mystic Rose
🥈Piatra Neamt
🥉Without Love

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