Navan — Race results (yesterday)
Key events and winners
Yesterday at Navan (going: yielding) produced a mix of fine margins and authoritative victories. The card featured a number of tight finishes with Layla Belle edging home by a short-head in the 13:45 maiden, Celestial Crown snatching the nursery by a short-head after a late surge, and Prince Of Peppard headed on the line. Lilli’s Angel and Rosato both picked up convincing victories in their races, while Jesus Green justified short-priced favouritism, cruising clear in the 15:45 maiden. Andrew Slattery enjoyed a productive day with Expert Dancer and Kodi Brown both successful, and J S Bolger ended the card with Ballaghkeen landing the closing division. Several runners were withdrawn or declared unsuitable for the going during the meeting.
| # | Time | Race | Winner | Odds | Trainer / Jockey | Margin / Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 13:45 | Navan Racing Festival Median Auction Maiden | Layla Belle | 9/1 | Daniel McLoughlin / Ben Coen | short-head, led final stride |
| 2 | 14:15 | Buy Now & Save With The Real Deal Bundle Maiden | Lilli’s Angel | 15/8 | Daniel McLoughlin / Ben Coen | won readily, 3¾ lengths |
| 3 | 14:45 | Navan Racing Festival Hospitality Nursery Handicap | Celestial Crown | 10/1 | J P Murtagh / Seamie Heffernan | short-head, led final stride |
| 4 | 15:15 | Book Your Discounted Tickets On NavanRacecourse.ie Handicap | Rosato | 7/2 | Charles Weld / Rory Mulligan | clear inside final furlong, 4 lengths |
| 5 | 15:45 | Navan Racecourse Welcomes Our Local Community Maiden | Jesus Green | 4/11 | Joseph Patrick O’Brien / J M Sheridan | readily, 3 lengths |
| 6 | 16:15 | Irish Stallion Farms EBF Fillies Handicap | Expert Dancer | 9/2 | Andrew Slattery / Andrew Slattery | led final strides, short-head |
| 7 | 16:48 | Racing Again 21st October Handicap (Div I) | Kodi Brown | 9/1 | Andrew Slattery / Andrew Slattery | clear inside final 110yds, 3¼ lengths |
| 8 | 17:18 | Racing Again 21st October Handicap (Div II) | Ballaghkeen | 14/1 | J S Bolger / Declan McDonogh | stayed on to lead inside final furlong, 2 lengths |
Name: latest winners
Layla Belle, Lilli’s Angel, Celestial Crown, Rosato, Jesus Green, Expert Dancer, Kodi Brown, Ballaghkeen
Non-runners / Withdrawals
There were a number of withdrawals and unsuitable-ground declarations during the card. Notable non-runners/withdrawals included Gaineamh Min (unsuitable ground) in the 15:15 handicap and Selosse and The Boogeyman (unsuitable ground) in the 15:45 maiden. Glen Breeze and The Cosy Corner were listed as reserves for the 15:15 but did not make the final line-up.
Navan Tips and Today’s Races
Every Navan meeting is covered by GG with full race form, trainer and jockey stats and a useful summary of each race. GG also provides free tips for all UK and Ireland racecards plus the latest live odds. Our expert tip is highlighted on the racecard and we also publish the selections from leading newspaper tipsters. Our Racing Editor also chooses a daily NAP, Double, Treble, Lucky 15 and best outsider for the today’s racing.
Navan Race Results
Navan in County Meath stages 17 meetings throughout the year with a mixture of top quality flat and National Hunt racing. The biggest jump race is the Grade 1 Navan Novice Hurdle while other valuable prizes include the Troytown Chase and the Fortria Chase.
The Navan Novice Hurdle is the highlight of the December fixture which also features the valuable Tara Hurdle. The Grade 2 Fortria Chase is one of four Graded races in November along with the Lismullen Hurdle, For Auction Novice Hurdle and Monksfield Novice Hurdle.
Big races in February include the Grade 2 Boyne Hurdle and Ten Up Novice Chase with the competitive Webster Cup Chase in March. Navan hosts two Ladies’ Day meetings, one in June and another in November. The pick of the flat racing action includes the Group 3 Ballysax Stakes in April with the Vintage Crop Stakes in May.
GG publish the Navan winner, placed horses and SP returns within minutes of the weigh in being announced. This is later updated with the complete finishing order and Tote returns which can be accessed by clicking on each race title. We also retain all of yesterday’s results from every track in the UK and Ireland.
Racecourse Guide
Racing was first staged at Navan in 1920 and many a great horse has graced the turf at the Grade 1 track. These include Champion Hurdlers Hardy Eustace and Brave Inca and the legendary Champion Chaser Moscow Flyer, twice successful in the Fortria Chase.
Navan is a left-handed track of a mile and a quarter with sweeping bends and a stiff uphill climb to the winning line. The home straight is around three and a half furlongs and many horses have faltered in the closing stages so stamina is a key factor under both codes. Many of Ireland’s finest hurdlers and chasers will race here on route to the big festivals in spring.
The Vintage Crop Stakes is named after Dermot Weld’s 1993 Melbourne Cup winner. It was first run in 2003 and is now established as a trial for the Ascot Gold Cup. Record four times Ascot winner Yeats won this race in 2007 and 2008.
Dining, Hospitality & Facilities
Navan offers a wide range of hospitality starting with the Racecourse Café, kitted out with relaxing furnishings and TV screens for those wishing to view the action with the comfort of a hot drink and a snack. There is also a covered picnic area.
The Troytown Café and Bar is located beneath the Grandstand and a short walk from the parade ring. The recently refurbished Bar now also boasts a separate food bar and a dance hall. The Kilberry Restaurant is self-service and accessible to all Navan racegoers with a selection of hot meals, soup, desserts and drinks. Other facilities include the Bective Restaurant, private suites and function rooms and the Arkle Pavilion, open to members, owners and trainers.
The racecourse is approximately 30 miles from Dublin with an hourly bus service from Dublin Central Bus Station to the racecourse. The nearest railway station to the racecourse is in Drogheda, about 15 miles east of Navan with a bus or taxi ride to the track.
Tickets
You can buy your Navan admission tickets online with special packages advertised on the website. These include the Summer BBQ Package. You can also reserve your Trackside Bar Package or Bective Platinum Restaurant Package for the Winter meetings with early bird tickets generally available up to 2 months prior to the event.
The Effect of the Draw
There is a straight six furlong course for sprint races at Navan where a low draw is considered favourable. However, the draw is rarely a deciding factor on one of the fairest tracks in the country.
Contact and Location
Navan Racecourse, Proudstown Rd, Navan, County Meath. Ireland.
Official Website: https://www.navanracecourse.ie/
Local Knowledge
Taxis
- D-Cabs (1.1 miles away)
Tel: +353 86 849 9499 - Patrick Soden (1.2 miles away)
Tel: +353 46 907 1313 - Loughran Thos (1.3 miles away)
Tel: +353 46 907 3777
Places to Stay
- Newgrange Hotel (2.3 miles away)
Bridge Street, Navan, Co. Meath, Ireland
Tel: +353 46 907 4100 - Tankardstown (2.7 miles away)
Rathkenny, Slane, Navan, Navan, Co. Meath, Ireland
Tel: +353 41 982 4621 - Dunboyne Castle (2.7 miles away)
Navan, Co. Meath, Ireland
Tel: +353 1 825 5240
Places to Eat
- Zucchini’s (1.4 miles away)
18-20 Blackcastle Square, Blackcastle, Navan, Co. Meath, Ireland
Tel: +353 46 906 0459 - O’Briens Bar & Restaurant (2.1 miles away)
The Village Johntown, Navan, Co. Meath, Ireland
Tel: +353 46 902 0555 - Thai Orchid (2.1 miles away)
Metges Lane, Kennedy Road, Navan, Co. Meath, Ireland
Tel: +353 46 905 1689