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The Irish Sun
30-07-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Galway Festival day four: Betting tips, odds, and race rundown
THE STANDARD has been set after the drama of yesterday's Galway Plate. If we get a finish as good as we got in Wednesday's showpiece, we are in for a race for the ages in the Galway Hurdle. Away from the Galway Hurdle, we kick off day four of the Galway Festival with a fascinating Grade 3 novice chase, which will have the hardest of national hunt fans counting down the days to the start of the jumps season. 🏇 Quick Galway Festival day four tips Win singles and each way bets with odds from the 2:10 Grade 3 Guinness Open Gate Brewery Novice Chase: Pied Piper 2:45 Rockshore Refreshingly Irish Handicap: Earls 3:20 Listed Arthur Guinness Irish EBF Corrib Fillies Stakes: Fiery Lucy 3:55 Guinness Irish EBF Nursery Handicap: Invincible Will 4:30 Grade 3 Guinness Galway Hurdle: Ndaawi 8/1 with bet365 (e/w) 5:05 Guinness Novice Hurdle: Cameletta Vega 5:40 Guinness 0.0 Handicap: Glenroyal 6:10 Guinness Time INH Flat Race: Wartime Leader 2:10 Grade 3 Guinness Open Gate Brewery Novice Chase (4yo+) - 2m2f A cracking opening to Galway Hurdle Day, and Gale Mahler is a good starting point. She was an impressive winner of a listed hurdle at this meeting last season, and has shown her versatility when getting off the mark over fences on her second attempt. She was unlucky not to follow that up next time in a limited handicap when making a shuttering mistake at the third last when shaping like the winner. Somehow, she managed to gather herself and keep going to take second place, beaten just over one length. She may lack the class of one or two of theirs, but given her impressive win here last season, she has to be respected. Special Cadeau got the better of Westport Cove in a beginners chase at Thurles last season, and the Henry de Bromhead runner comes here on the back of a solid run behind Nurburgring at Killarney, whereas Westport Cove comes on the back of a win at the sixth time of asking. Runcok will ensure this is run at a fast pace, but given his keenness, the hill may find him out in the closing stages. That leads me onto the class angle of the race, and the former two-time Grade 2 winning hurdler PIED PIPPER . Having spent a period in the duldroums over hurdles, a switch to chasing has brought this talented gelding back to life. He comes here unbeaten in three starts over fences, winning by a combined 70 lengths. This will be his biggest test to date over fences, but given his back class, he may have enough in reserve to give weight away to all his rivals here over a trip he is comfortable with. 2024 Winner: Ashdale Bob J : Jack Kennedy T : Jessica Harrington Odds : 13/8Fav Our Pick: PIED PIPPER Trainer: Gordon Elliott Jockey: Jack Kennedy Form: F51-11 Age: 7 Weight: 11st 8lb ➡️ 2:45 Rockshore Refreshing Irish Handicap (4yo+) - 1m½f This is a tricky contest for all punters to try to solve. The hat trick seeking Bravo Zulu is still well in on his all-weather mark, and comes here in the form of his life. His two turf wins came on good to firm ground, and any ease in the ground would be worrying for the UK challenger. Genuine Article has been a beaten favourite on his last two starts, but there is a suspicion that one mile may be the ideal trip for him now, given the way he is finishing over seven furlongs. He has a clear chance, as does top-weight Pink Oxalis, but the draw could have been kinder. However, a chance is taken with EARLS . This eight-year-old gelding has been a prolific winner over the years, and he hinted that a return to form is just around the corner when a staying on fifth at Gowran. He has run well on this track before, and now back on a mark that he is more than capable of winning off, he is a strong each-way player in a wide-open field. 2024 Winner: Grey Leader J : Gary Carroll T : Joseph Murphy Odds : 10/1 Our pick: EARLS Trainer: Gavin Cromwell Jockey: Robert Whearty (3lb) Form: 50-065 Age: 8 Weight: 9st 6lb ➡️ 3:20 Listed Arthur Guinness Irish EBF Corrib Fillies Stakes (3yo+) - 7f The UK raider Glamis Road will be popular with Jack Kearney taking the ride. He will appreciate every drop of rain that would come, and drawn in 2, he is positioned to attack from the get-go. However, the consistent FIERY LUCY looks to have been found a good opportunity to get off the mark this season. She comes here on the back of a narrow defeat to the then odds-on Red Letter at Killarney at this level, where both pulled clear of the third-place finisher. She isn't one that finds a great deal off the bridle, but she is drawn to get dropped in, and with plenty of pace on, she should be getting a nice toe into the race to set it up for her to pounce late. Fingerpaint got off the mark at the first time of asking at the Curragh when beating Collecting Coin. Given that she has not been seen since, it suggests that this race was the plan for a legendary Galway Festival trainer, and she is feared. 2024 Winner: Raknah J: Gary Carroll T: Jessica Harrington Odds: 16/1 Our pick: FIERY LUCY Trainer: Gavin Cromwell Jockey: Robert Whearty Form: 4-2342 Age: 3 Weight: 9st 3lb ➡️ 3:55 Guinness Irish EBF Nursery Handicap (2yo) - 7f Gavoo (3rd) was just behind Which Wolf Wins (2nd) when they met at the Curragh, and even though Which Wolf Win got first run when Gavoo seemed to somehow get boxed inside the final two furlong, he didn't really gain much ground when he got out, but the step up in distant looks sure to suit. The top weight appears to pose a significant danger to everyone, but a chance is taken that INVINCIBLE WILL . He makes his nursery debut off what looks like a fair mark when you consider how well he ran in a stacked maiden on debut. He was sixth beaten nine lengths on the day behind Gstaad, True Love and Havana Anna. The top two have gone on to win at Group 2 level at Royal Ascot, and the third, Havana Anna, bolted up at listed level. The selection was a no-show over one mile at Bellewstown on his next start, but he has since sent out a warning shot at Down Royal when taking a third-place finish. With the expected improvement on nursery debut, he could prove the one to beat. 2024 Winner: No corresponding race Our pick: INVINCIBLE WILL Trainer: Gavin Cromwell Jockey: Robert Whearty (3lb) Form: 603 Age: 2 Weight: 9st 5lb ➡️ 4:30 Grade 3 Guinness Galway Hurdle (4yo+) -2m Put your hands together, supporters will be hoping to do just that as the Cheltenham Festival winner goes in search of becoming the third four-year-old in three years to win the Galway Hurdle. He had a prep for this with an eleven-length sixth to Jesse Evans in the Grade 3 Grimes Hurdle, and that will leave him spot on for this, but he does need to find a bit here to take home the prize. Enniskerry is given respect on the back of a good comeback run and looks sure to come on fitness-wise for that outing. The UK raider Dysart Enos has been bitterly disappointing when taking in open company on the back of an unbeaten season over hurdles as a novice. Should she suddenly bounce back for Fergal O'Brien, the she has a squeak. The Willie Mullins-trained Tounsivator gets the assistance of Harry Cobden, and it would not be a surprise to see him outrun his odds. Gordon Elliott runs four here, and his best chance looks to be in the hands of NDAAWI , who was second in this last season off an eleven-pound lower mark, but the son of Cracksman has improved since. He was last seen splitting three-time Grade 1 Juvenile Hurdle winner Kargese and Absurde. That form alone gives him a massive chance off a five-pound higher mark, and it's hard to see him not going close to going one place better than last season. 2024 Winner: Nurburgring J: J J Slevin T: Joseph O'Brien – Odds: 13/2 Our pick: NDAAWI Trainer: Gordon Elliott Jockey: Jack Kennedy Form: 36/22- Age: 5 Weight: 11st 7lb ➡️ 5:05 Guinness Novice Hurdle (4yo+) - 2m4½f Cinammon Roll has been in flying from racking up a hat trick of wins this summer (one bumper and two hurdles). She is progressive and is entitled to a huge amount of respect. However, she and many of her rivals may find it hard to give CAMELETTA VEGA weight here. The daughter of Quevega made an impressive start to her hurdling career when comfortably beating the now four-time winner, and listed third place Emily Love. She defied a market drift on the day to win, suggesting that she was only ready for the run, and she is sure to come on for that experience. Barring accidents, she will prove hard to beat. 2024 Winner: Donnie Devito J: T P Harney T: Ross O'Sullivan Odds: 11/1 Our pick: CAMELETTA VEGA Trainer: Willie Mullins Jockey: Paul Townend Form: 1748-1 Age: 6 Weight: 10st 11lb ➡️ 5:40 Guinness 0.0 Handicap (3yo+) - 1m4f Another tight handicap to solve and a fancied winner of this race has been few and far between, with one favourite in the last ten years winning. The SPs of the previous four winners alone have been 25/1, 40/1, 11/1, and 25/1, so tread carefully here. Astelia has been running well over hurdles for Peter Fahey this season, and should the daughter of See The Stars transfer his improved form over hurdles back to the flat, she can play a role on her handicap debut. The one who could be well above his flat mark is listed novice hurdle winner ZARIYGANN . He was an easy winner of a listed novice hurdle last season for Micj=k Halford, and was then sent off the 5/4 favourite for the Fishery Lane Novice Hurdle, where he ran no sort of race and was a tailed off last of four. Since then, he has switched yards to Martin Brassil and was running a fine race on his seasonal return at 80/1 in the Grade 3 Grimes Hurdle, only to fall at the seventh. Provided that hasn't left a negative mark on him, he looks well capable of going close off a mark of 68 over a trip that is sure to suit. Others to note in a wide-open contest are Narlita and Enziya. 2024 Winner: Hidden Land J: Luke McAteer T: Andrew Kinirons Odds: 25/1 Our pick: ZARIYGANN Trainer: Martin Brassil Jockey: Keithen Kennedy (5lb) Form: 8/307- Age: 5 Weight: 9st 12lb ➡️ 6:10 Guinness Time INH Flat Race (5yo+) - 2m2f Not many count here, with only a handful of realistic winners lining up. Garahon, who was once sent off as favourite for the Land Rover Bumper, looks the clear pick of the two Emmet Mullins runners. He made a welcome return to the track behind the two-time bumper winner Stede Bonnet, and with improvement to come, he has every right to go close. Frankie John ran well in decent bumpers, and he could go missed in the betting but run a huge race. However, this could be best left to WARTIME LEADER . The former Pat Doyle-trained son of Churchill was last seen finishing second to Shuttle Diplomacy, who has gone on to win a listed bumper and finish third in the Champion Bumper at the Cheltenham Festival. Colcannon, who was behind the selection at Naas, has gone on to win a Grade 2 bumper at the Dublin Racing Festival and chased home Champion Bumper winner Bambino Fever at the Punchestown Festival. His form is there for all to see, and if he can run to anywhere like he did on debut on his first start for Willie Mullins, it's hard to see Wartime Leader being beaten. 2024 Winner: Brave Crogha J: Miss A B O'Connor T: Ian Madden Odds: 200/1 Our pick: WARTIME LEADER Trainer: Willie Mullins Jockey: Patrick Mullins Form: 2/ Age: 5 Weight: 12st 0lb ➡️ 🕔 Galway Festival day four schedule TIME RACE DISTANCE 2:10 Grade 3 Guinness Open Gate Brewery Novice Chase 2m2f 2:45 Rockshore Refreshingly Irish Handicap 1m½f 3:20 Listed Arthur Guinness Irish EBF Corrib Fillies Stakes 2m½f 3:55 Guinness Irish EBF Nursery Handicap 7f 4:30 Grade 3 Guinness Galway Hurdle 2m 5:05 Guinness Novice Hurdle 2m4½f 5:40 Guinness 0.0 Handicap 1m4f 6:10 Guinness Time INH Flat Race 2m2f 📺 How to watch day four of the Galway Festival Location: Ballybrit, Galway, Ireland Date/Time: Thursday, 31st July, 2025. First Race 2:10 TV/Streaming: RTE & Racing TV About the author Craig Mahood Craig Mahood is an expert in sports betting and online casinos and has worked with the company since 2020. He joined the Betting & Gaming team at The Sun in June 2022 and works closely with the leading bookmakers and online gaming companies to provide content on all areas of sports betting and gaming. He previously worked as a Digital Sports Reporter at the Scottish Sun, covering Scottish football with particular focus on Celtic and Rangers, As well as football, he has covered horse racing, boxing, darts, the Olympics and tennis for the Sun. 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CBS News
14-03-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Where to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in the Baltimore area
St. Patrick's Day weekend is up ahead, and many are gearing up for local celebrations. Here's a list of festivities for those looking to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in the Baltimore area. 63rd Annual Saint Patrick's Day Parade The 63rd Annual Saint Patrick's Day Parade begins at 2 p.m. at the Washington Monument in Mount Vernon. Spectators can experience Maryland's premier Irish celebration at Baltimore's St. Patrick's Day Parade, a tradition spanning more than 65 years, according to Visit Baltimore. Attendees gather along downtown Baltimore and the Inner Harbor to witness a showcase of Irish culture, music, and dance. The parade begins at 2 p.m. at the Washington Monument, traveling south on Charles Street before turning east on Pratt Street and concluding at Market Place. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early, as the Shamrock 5k race begins at 1 p.m. Shamrock 5K Race Taking place immediately before the Baltimore St. Patrick Parade is the Shamrock 5k Race. The race begins at 1:00 p.m. at Charles & Mulberry Streets and finishes at Power Plant Live. There are less than 100 tickets available online. After finishing the race, participants can celebrate at Power Plant Live!, and enjoy live music on stage, snacks, prize drawings, and drinks for those 21 or older. Guinness Open Gate Brewery's St. Patrick's Day Celebration Visitors can enjoy a festive St. Patrick's celebration at Guinness Open Gate Brewery, through Monday, March 17. The Halethorpe brewery transforms into an Irish Village featuring live local music, traditional Irish dancers, and limited-edition holiday beers paired with authentic Irish cuisine. Beer enthusiasts can participate in guided food and beer pairings led by local experts, while exclusive merchandise will be available only during the celebration period. Guests can enjoy both indoor and outdoor seating, including a lively beer garden with music and interactive activities throughout the festivities. Baltimore Canton St. Patrick's Bar Crawl You can kick off St. Patrick's Day festivities early at the Canton Irish Stroll Bar Crawl. The event begins at O'Donnell Square Park at 1 p.m. on March 8, where participants can register and receive a map and wristband. The crawl features discounted beverages including $3.50 Bud Light, $3.50 Guinness Blonde, and $4.50 specialty drinks. Participants receive complimentary souvenirs while enjoying music and entertainment at multiple venues. Participating locations include Claddagh Pub, Sopro, El Bufalo, Walt's Inn, and several other popular Canton establishments. This 21+ event runs from 1 PM to 9 PM on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at O'Donnell Square Park at 1021 South Linwood Avenue. Attendees must present government-issued photo identification for entry. Road Closures The following roads will be closed due to the parade, race, and other festivities, according to the Baltimore Banner. 1000 S. Curley Street between O'Donnell and Dillon Streets, 3 p.m. Thursday-1 p.m. Sunday 1400 S. Charles Street between E. Fort Avenue and E. Clement Street, 5 a.m. Saturday-2 a.m. Sunday Jones Falls Expressway/I-83 right northbound and southbound left lane between Fayette Street and the city/county line, 6 a.m.-2 p.m. on Sunday Market Place from Pratt to Water Streets, starting 11:30 a.m. on Sunday Water Street from Frederick Street to Market Place, starting 11:30 a.m. on Sunday Charles Street from Madison Avenue to E. Pratt Street, starting 11:30 a.m. on Sunday Mt. Vernon Place from Cathedral to St. Paul Streets (both sides), starting 11:30 a.m. on Sunday Centre Street from Park Avenue to St. Paul Street, starting 11:30 a.m. on Sunday Mulberry Street from Park Avenue to Lovegrove Street (south side), starting 11:30 a.m. on Sunday Pratt Street from Howard Street to President Street, starting 11:30 a.m. on Sunday Key Highway at Lawrence Street, starting at 12:30 p.m. for the duration of the 5K Run Lombard Street from President Street to Market Place, 1 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Parking restrictions in effect Sunday from midnight to 5 p.m.: Mulberry Street (south side) from Park Avenue to Lovegrove Street Charles Street (east side) from E. Pratt Street to E. Charles Street Light Street (west side) from E. Conway Street to Key Highway Key Highway (both sides) from Light Street to Jackson Street Parking restrictions in effect Sunday from midnight to 8:30 - 6:30 p.m.: Mt. Vernon Place eastbound and westbound from Cathedral Street to St. Paul Street Charles Street from Madison Street to E. Pratt Street. Centre Street from Morton Alley to Lovegrove Street E. Pratt Street (north side) from S. Gay Street to Market Place Market Place (west side) from E. Pratt Street to Water Street S. Light Street (east side) between E. Lombard Street and E. Pratt Street (inlet parking lane). S. Light Street (west side) between E. Pratt Street and Sullivan's Steakhouse (inlet parking lane)
CBS News
31-01-2025
- Sport
- CBS News
Birdland Caravan gives Orioles fans early taste of baseball, chance to mingle with players
BALTIMORE - Baltimore Orioles fans are getting excited for baseball season with pitchers and catchers scheduled to report to spring training in two weeks. "My husband and I are big Orioles fans," said Orioles season ticket holder Stefane Moscati. "We have season tickets and we just enjoy trying to go to any event that the Orioles put on." The annual Birdland Caravan is this weekend where fans can mingle with their favorite Orioles player at various locations throughout the Baltimore region. On Thursday, Guinness Open Gate Brewery hosted fans for some drinks and to get up close and personal with many of the Orioles players. "I am a big Jackson Holliday fan, and I really like [Ryan] O'Hearn, and I just love all the players," said Orioles fan Kate Whipp. Jackson Holliday was a popular guy at the event. Other orioles in attendance were Albert Suárez, Chayce McDermott and Ryan O'Hearn. They interacted with fans, served drinks, took pictures and answered hard-hitting questions. "Who on the team would you least like to date your sister?" a young fan asked Ryan O'Hearn. "Colton Cowser," O'Hearn replied. Some fans also set very high expectations for the team this season. The Orioles made the playoffs last season for the season year in a row, but also for the second year in a row, they lost in the first round. "We're going to win the World Series this year," Orioles fan Bill Weiman said while proudly showing off his orioles tattoo on his leg. "103 wins. We're going to sweep those Dodgers and we're going to save the country." Birdland Caravan continues Gunnar Henderson, Adley Rutschman, Colton Cowser and Jordan Westburg are some of the bigger names expected to be in attendance for Friday's caravan event at PBR Baltimore. Here's a list of the weekend's events. The Orioles' first spring training game is scheduled for February 22 against the Pittsburgh Pirates from Ed Smith Stadium in Sarasota. Their season opener is in Toronto on March 27 and their home opener is against Boston on March 31.
