ThurlesThu, February 05, 2026

WEST OF CARRIG (3) has been progressing well. Followed a Limerick runner-up effort with a decisive 2. 5L Fairyhouse success over 2m5f last time. Should be there at the business end. KILBRIN ROCCO (12) arrives in winning form having scored tackling 2m1 1/2f at Limerick 28 days ago building on a solid second over the same trip two starts prior. Cannot be left out. BLUE HOP (1) made an encouraging return when third at Tramore contesting 2mf on his first start for the Henry De Bromhead yard. Entitled to come on for that and looks likely to feature. LUIMNEACH (13) is perhaps best judged on a narrow Down Royal second last time rather than an earlier below-par effort at this venue. Warrants consideration.