Bet Smart & Win – Curragh 23/08/25 Meeting Analysis

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At Bet Smart & Win, our custom AI models don’t just pick horses — they break down each Bookmaker’s Overround to uncover the True Fair Market Value for every race.

Our ideal criteria will be an Overround of between 100% & 115%, Normalized Probability of 27% to 34%, Implied Probability above 20%, but below the Normalized Probability, 8 to 12 runners and a Value of Fair or Above Fair (we aim for AF). Our preferred Classes are 1, 3, 4, 5.

Nap of the Meeting – Curragh 23/08/25

Overround: 110% Course: Curragh Time: 2:52 Distance: 1m4f Runners: 9 Class: 3

#9 Fortuna Vera (Form: 741326)

J: Dylan Browne McMonagle T: Joseph Patrick O’Brien Trainer RTF%: 49
NP: 32% IP: 30% Value: AF Bet: Win

Excusable Galway run; strong prior Curragh form over trip. Above Fair value and conditions optimal.

Confidence Factors

Value Above Fair; proven 12f; sectional profile ≥0.88; trainer/jockey synergy; ground okay.

Coolmore Stud Little Big Bear Irish EBF Maiden (2yo) (1:42)

Overround: 112% Course: Curragh Distance: 7f Runners: 14 Going: Good, good to firm in places Class: Maiden

#2 Circle Of Life (Form: — )

J: Wayne Lordan T: A P O’Brien Trainer RTF%: 48
NP: 31% IP: 40% Value: BF Bet: No Bet

National Stakes entry signals quality; however, current price implies a higher chance than our normalized model.

#5 Nil Bua Gan Dua (Form: — )

J: Dylan Browne McMonagle T: Joseph Patrick O’Brien Trainer RTF%: 49
NP: 19% IP: 15% Value: AF Bet: Each Way

Big yard debutant landing in the AF zone; profile suggests stamina for 7f and a strong place angle.

#3 Daring Heart (Form: — )

J: Gary Carroll T: G M Lyons Trainer RTF%: 44
NP: 16% IP: 14% Value: AF Bet: No Bet

Well-regarded connections and value tick; can run on late into the frame in a deep maiden.

Analysis

Circle Of Life sets the standard on paper but lacks value; Nil Bua Gan Dua preferred each-way, with Daring Heart next best.

Sheehy Motors Volkswagen Maiden (3yo+) (2:17)

Overround: 113% Course: Curragh Distance: 6f Runners: 16 Going: Good, good to firm in places Class: Maiden

#10 Washington Street (Form: -72229)

J: Gary Carroll T: G M Lyons Trainer RTF%: 44
NP: 29% IP: 33% Value: BF Bet: No Bet

Form choice but price slightly ahead of true chance; remains a key runner, just short on value.

#8 Men Of Honour (Form: 0-753)

J: Andrew Slattery T: Andrew Slattery Trainer RTF%: 41
NP: 22% IP: 20% Value: AF Bet: Each Way

Improving with racing; sits in the model’s value band and appeals as a solid EW play.

#14 Glory To Be (Form: 423)

J: Wayne Lordan T: M C Grassick Trainer RTF%: 73
NP: 18% IP: 15% Value: AF Bet: No Bet

Consistent and in range on value; strong place chance if pace collapses late.

Analysis

Washington Street remains the form pick but at a Below Fair price; Men Of Honour is the recommended each-way with Glory To Be next.

Neville O’Byrne Memorial Irish EBF Fillies & Mares Handicap (2:52)

Overround: 110% Course: Curragh Distance: 1m4f Runners: 9 Going: Good, good to firm in places Class: 3

#9 Fortuna Vera (Form: 741326)

J: Dylan Browne McMonagle T: Joseph Patrick O’Brien Trainer RTF%: 49
NP: 32% IP: 30% Value: AF Bet: Win

Model top; strong course evidence and value premium. Aligns with Nap criteria.

#5 Beauparc (Form: -10175)

J: Jack Kearney T: Gerard Keane Trainer RTF%: 73
NP: 22% IP: 19% Value: AF Bet: Each Way

Well-handicapped on best; retains an edge for the frame with win upside if pace suits.

#1 Shaool (Form: 234133)

J: Ben Coen T: J P Murtagh Trainer RTF%: 74
NP: 18% IP: 16% Value: AF Bet: No Bet

Honest and consistent; marginal value maintained and a strong top-3 projection.

Analysis

Fortuna Vera is a confident selection; Beauparc offers each-way value, with Shaool next best.

Coolmore Stud Wootton Bassett Tom Cooper Irish EBF Futurity Stakes (G2) (3:27)

Overround: 107% Course: Curragh Distance: 7f Runners: 5 Going: Good, good to firm in places Class: 1

#3 Constitution River (Form: 21)

J: Wayne Lordan T: A P O’Brien Trainer RTF%: 48
NP: 36% IP: 48% Value: BF Bet: No Bet

Likely winner on ability; however, odds-on compresses value beneath our fair line.

#1 A Boy Named Susie (Form: 1)

J: Gavin Ryan T: Donnacha Aidan O’Brien Trainer RTF%: 61
NP: 28% IP: 22% Value: AF Bet: Each Way

Strong debut winner; best value against the favourite with scope to progress.

#4 Geryon (Form: 1)

J: Gary Carroll T: G M Lyons Trainer RTF%: 44
NP: 21% IP: 21% Value: F Bet: No Bet

Talented colt; price roughly fair. Solid to make the frame.

Analysis

Constitution River is the most likely winner; value leans to A Boy Named Susie each-way, with Geryon respected.

Alpha Centauri Debutante Stakes (G2) (Fillies) (4:02)

Overround: 108% Course: Curragh Distance: 7f Runners: 6 Going: Good, good to firm in places Class: 1

#3 Composing (Form: 511)

J: Wayne Lordan T: A P O’Brien Trainer RTF%: 48
NP: 33% IP: 36% Value: BF Bet: No Bet

Progressive and strong claims; slightly under fair price on current market.

#6 Suzie Songs (Form: 11)

J: Gary Carroll T: G M Lyons Trainer RTF%: 44
NP: 27% IP: 29% Value: BF Bet: No Bet

Group 3 winner with upside; price fractionally shorter than our line.

#1 Balantina (Form: 4132)

J: Gavin Ryan T: Donnacha Aidan O’Brien Trainer RTF%: 61
NP: 25% IP: 21% Value: AF Bet: Each Way

Reliable progression and within AF band; sound value to hit the frame, small win chance.

Analysis

Composing shades it on form; value tilts toward Balantina EW, with Suzie Songs firmly in the picture.

Kwiff: Home Of The Supercharge Handicap (3yo+) (4:37)

Overround: 111% Course: Curragh Distance: 1m4f Runners: 14 Going: Good, good to firm in places Class: 4

#7 Spring Dance (Form: 341)

J: Shane Foley T: Mrs John Harrington Trainer RTF%: 35
NP: 30% IP: 33% Value: BF Bet: No Bet

Unexposed improver; current quotes a shade short of our fair rating for a win-only stake.

#5 Angelo Pio (Form: 843115)

J: Dylan Browne McMonagle T: Joseph Patrick O’Brien Trainer RTF%: 49
NP: 21% IP: 19% Value: AF Bet: Each Way

Profile peaking; sits in value zone and handles trip well. EW advised.

#1 Slurricane (Form: 15843-)

J: Gary Carroll T: Ross O’Sullivan Trainer RTF%: 50
NP: 18% IP: 14% Value: AF Bet: No Bet

Staying profile and price create a small edge; credible for the places at double-figures.

Analysis

Spring Dance rates highly but lacks value; Angelo Pio is the EW call, with Slurricane a live placer.

Donohue Marquees Maiden (3yo+) (5:10)

Overround: 112% Course: Curragh Distance: 1m2f Runners: 10 Going: Good, good to firm in places Class: Maiden

#7 Slaney Drive (Form: 32)

J: Declan McDonogh T: J S Bolger Trainer RTF%: 50
NP: 34% IP: 39% Value: BF Bet: No Bet

Clear form pick but slightly under fair at current quotes; still most likely winner.

#6 Saratoga (Form: 3-)

J: Wayne Lordan T: A P O’Brien Trainer RTF%: 48
NP: 25% IP: 27% Value: BF Bet: No Bet

Big reputation; market likely tight on return. Contender, but value marginally negative.

#9 Etawa (Form: 334)

J: Chris Hayes T: D K Weld Trainer RTF%: 82
NP: 20% IP: 18% Value: AF Bet: Each Way

Honest and close to peaking; AF tag justifies EW with scope to upset the front pair.

Analysis

Slaney Drive is most likely; value play is Etawa EW, with Saratoga respected if fit.

Kwiff: Proud Sponsors Of The Supercharge Series Handicap (3yo+) (5:40)

Overround: 114% Course: Curragh Distance: 5f Runners: 13 Going: Good, good to firm in places Class: 4

#10 Beano Power (Form: 217234)

J: Wayne Lordan T: Edward Lynam Trainer RTF%: 67
NP: 28% IP: 25% Value: AF Bet: Each Way

Reliable sprinter tracking the pace; AF tag with cheekpieces angle can unlock a finishing edge.

#4 Viamonte (Form: 535233)

J: Adam Browne-Souza T: W P Browne Trainer RTF%: 67
NP: 22% IP: 19% Value: AF Bet: No Bet

Consistent late closer; numbers remain in our green zone, profiles well for the frame.

#2 Nezeeh (Form: 080241)

J: J M Sheridan T: Denis Gerard Hogan Trainer RTF%: 52
NP: 19% IP: 21% Value: F Bet: No Bet

Recent winner; price roughly efficient for chances. Still a fair top-3 contender.

Analysis

Beano Power looks a value EW against the field; Viamonte consistent for places; Nezeeh holds fair claims.

Notes

Top Jockey = Included in our curated list of leading riders.

Overround colour guide: 100–115% (green, value zone)   116–117% (orange, marginal)   118%+ (red, avoid).

Implied Probability (IP) derives from bookmaker prices; Normalized Probability (NP) re-scales the book to 100% (removing margin). Ideally, NP > IP to confirm value.

Value Key: AF Above Fair    F Fair    BF Below Fair

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