IT was another bloodbath for punters in the second round of the Cashmans Bookmakers Laurels at Curraheen Park on Saturday night.

THE opening round of the Blue Square English Derby concluded at Wimbledon on Saturday and it’s safe to say it went well for the Irish, writes Michael Fortune.

IRELAND’S big three of Ardkill Jamie, Razldazl Billy and Si Senor head the exceptionally strong entry for the two-run Boylesports Champion Stakes which is set to commence at Shelbourne Park on Saturday night.

THE Irish continued their fine run of form in the opening round of the English Derby on Friday and Saturday at Wimbledon.