8.10 1m. 6f. 14yds. 7 Declared. Rockshore Refreshingly Irish Race of €18,500.00 4-y-o plus
1st - €11,100.00 2nd - €3,700.00 3rd - €1,850.00 4th - €925.00 5th - €555.00 6th - €370.00
FormscanBy John O'Riordan - In a week where the British raiders have been amongst the winners, ENEMY can plunder another prize for the visitors. Although no match for the principals in the Ascot Gold Cup last time, the Ian Williams-trained gelding had earlier run a huge race when just touched off in a big handicap in Riyadh. His wily trainer looks to have spotted a nice opportunity to get back on the winning trail. Royal Ascot second Run For Oscar holds a leading chance at these weights. The Charles Byrnes-trained nine-year-old has yet to add to his impressive Cesarewitch victory from 2022 but continues to run with credit. Dawn Rising has a bit to find with the latter horse on Ascot form but is a thorough stayer who should appreciate this test.
For four years old and upwards that have not won a Listed or Group race and that on or since 1st July, 2023 have not won more than one race Weights - 9st 5lbs Fillies allowed 5lbsPenalties - (to count from 1st July, 2023) Winner of a race 4lb extra Of a race value #12,500 7lb extra