Red Evolution Headlines Competitive Bold Lad Sprint at Curragh
CURRAGH, IRELAND – Red Evolution secured a victory at Cork in July, beating Eclairage by 1 1/4l in a 5f handicap, and heads a field of 16 contenders for the Irish Stallion farms EBF Bold Lad Sprint Handicap at the Curragh today. The Premier Handicap, scheduled for 13:30, promises a thrilling contest with several runners showcasing recent form.
The Bold Lad sprint is a key race for sprinters aiming to build their profiles as the flat season nears it’s conclusion. A strong performance can significantly boost a horse’s rating and open doors to valuable opportunities in upcoming autumn races. The Curragh’s renowned straight track provides a fair test for speed and stamina, attracting a diverse field hoping to capitalize.
Among the challengers is go Athletico, who finished 7th of 15 at Galway in August, trailing Princess Child by 7 1/4l over 7f on soft ground. Gazelle D’or (IRE) enters after a 4th-place finish at the Curragh in July, 3 1/2l behind Go Athletico (8-9) over 6f on good ground.
Jon Riggens (IRE) was recently 3rd of 8 at the Curragh in august, finishing 3 1/4l behind Queen Of Mougins (10-1) over 6f on good ground. Genesis (IRE) secured 5th of 7 at Navan in September, 4 3/4l behind Nezeeh (8-9) over 5f on good ground.
greek Flower (IRE) finished 4th of 6 at navan in August, 2 1/4l behind Little Queenie (9-2) over 6f on yielding ground. Varshini (IRE) was 5th of 10 at the Curragh in July, 6 1/4l behind Pink oxalis (9-6) over 1m on good-yielding ground. I Bid You Ajou (8-13) also features, having raced behind Red Evolution at Fairyhouse in June.
