Trio likely to make Derby line-up

The Ladbrokes.com Irish Derby is building up to a wonderful climax and we are in for some magnificent racing at Shelbourne on Saturday when the quarter finals will be backed up by the second round heats of the Derby Plate.

There have been no reports of any fresh injuries but there have been encouraging reports regarding the condition of Tyrur McGuigan, Tyrur Big Mike and Razldazl Bugatti, all of whom were under veterinary care last week.

The one doubt that did emerge was Ballymac Mitsy but, despite coming in season last week, she will take her place in the opening heat on Saturday. Liam Dowling has confirmed that the bitch was four days in season when she ran second behind Tyrur McGuigan on Saturday. He said: “She’s in good form and I will let her take her chance and see what happens”.