Cork 4:05 Result

Kendall Roy holds the race on the ratings (OR 102, top-rated) and his form figures 001936 show he's progressive and won last two starts of that sequence before a solid recent effort, clearly building into this. Chris Hayes takes over which is a positive booking, and connections have targeted this Listed sprint with a fresh runner last seen 22 days ago. He carries the second-highest weight but that reflects genuine merit gained through winning form. Brussels (Aidan O'Brien) has the profile and class but his recent form -64050 is patchy and unconvincing at this level, looking vulnerable back at 5f having had mixed results. Rosie Frith is interesting on figures (801441) but is stepping up from lower grade sprints and the 3yo has to find more against experienced sprinters like Kendall Roy carrying big weight for his class. Likedbymike (429301) is another in-form filly but hasn't beaten the calibre found here and is unproven at Listed level. Draw 3 is workable for Kendall Roy at this course/distance. Overall the balance of proven Listed-class form, recent winning sequence, and a positive jockey booking gives Kendall Roy the best combination of solid chance and fair market price relative to the field.