Diva can get off mark in opener

CURRAGH trainer Con Collins can make a profitable raid on Cork this evening by taking the opening two races.

His Viva La Diva looks the part in the Tattersalls Ireland Maiden Auction Stakes. The Danetime filly finished fifth in an auction maiden over seven furlongs at Leopardstown last month and returned to the Foxrock venue nine days ago when she was beaten a length by Lady’s Mantle over a furlong shorter trip. Back over seven furlongs tonight, she can see off Before Dawn.

Clew Bay meanwhile can take a step up in class in his stride in the featured Fermoy Handicap.