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17:25 Curragh Sun 04 Oct 2026 1m0f0y Good 16 runners

Mr Fox’s call

Spacebound

SPECULATIVE Advised 13/2 Est. 22%

🏁 4TH

Mr Fox says

Spacebound (SR:81) is the clear ability leader in this field, sitting comfortably above all rivals on the SR scale in what is a workmanlike 16-runner apprentice handicap. Carrying 9-13 — a manageable weight — and with course form (W0P1 at the Curragh), the Daniel McLoughlin-trained 4-year-old arrives off a 100-day break which typically suits a freshened horse returning to form. The 13/2 price represents genuine value for the highest-rated runner, and although GoingFit is unknown (?), there is no negative signal on good ground to dissuade. Patrick McGettigan retains the ride at a 8% career strike rate across 503 rides — solid for an apprentice book. Each-way alternative: Cherry Hill Girl. Main danger: Highbury See See — As A. Slattery's yard #1 by jockey booking (Sam Coen 11% strike rate vs Dalton's 4%), Highbury See See carries course form (W1P1), is running off the same mark as last win (MarkMv:=), and despite the going concern its SR:76 and light weight of 9-8 make it a genuine pace threat if the going plays faster than expected.

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Full result

Winner: Blue Blue Moon (IRE) at SP 6/1. Mr Fox’s picks highlighted in gold.