Cashen can gain control early

With the start of the Ladbrokes.com Derby only days away it’s no surprise tonight’s card at Shelbourne Park is rather low key. As of yesterday afternoon there were 92 confirmed for the Derby with entries closing tonight after racing.

Tonight’s feature is the final of the €3,000 Bernard Barry Bookmaker Quick Result A1. The six semi-finals were run on Wednesday with only the winners progressing. Graham Holland is responsible for half the line up: Riverside Cashen, Rockburst Saint and Murralli Junior. Semi-final form suggests Hot Pursuit is the one to beat but he faces a terrible draw in five. Instead Riverside Cashen gets the nod to assume control in the early stages.

Elsewhere on the card, Tyrur Sugar Ray and Barefoot Allstar hold outstanding chances in their respective races.