Curragh 3:03 Result

Unbeaten in three starts (111 form) for the powerhouse O'Brien/Ryan Moore combination, carrying the highest OR (109) in the field by a clear margin over Velozee (108) and Livenka (106). By No Nay Never, a proven sire of top-class sprinters, and out of a Haafhd mare - clear speed pedigree suited to 6f. The 74-day break since last run is a mild concern but Ballydoyle are expert at bringing 2yos back sharp for Group races, and Moore's booking signals genuine intent from the yard. Draw 5 is workable at the Curragh. Rivals like Livenka and Velozee both arrive in good form (each won last time) but neither matches this colt's unbeaten record or rating, and Where Love Lives' 1104 form shows a blip. Ruler's Control ran a useful maiden third of a Group race but the form figures (145) suggest inconsistency. This looks the strongest form and rating in the race, with the market likely to install him favourite but for good reason - genuine improving Group performer with class in hand.