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Today's Down Royal Tips, Racecards And Results
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Today (Saturday 31 October 2026) racing takes place at Down Royal with 7 races, the first scheduled for 13:00. Down Royal (Maze, Lisburn, Co Antrim) usually attracts several course specialists and useful up-and-comers — the card includes a mixture of experienced winners and progressive types to monitor.
Down Royal Tips
Below are the leading tips for today’s card. The table is scrollable so use horizontal scrolling to view all columns; the left-most column (time) shows the race kick-off.
| Time | GG | POSTDATA | RP Ratings | TOPSPEED | The Irish Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | Kenough | Kenough | – | – | Contador |
| 13:30 | Skerry Hill | Skerry Hill | – | – | Skerry Hill |
| 14:05 | Ben Hur | Ben Hur | Lazare de Star | Hopes Are High | Lazare de Star |
| 14:38 | Minella Sixo | Charlie Luciano | Antrim Coast | Ringdufferin | Drop A Threat |
| 15:15 | Heart Wood | Banbridge | Banbridge | Heart Wood | Romeo Coolio |
| 15:50 | Kala Conti | Koktail Divin | Kala Conti | Kala Conti | Jacob’s Ladder |
| 16:20 | Uncle Pad | Bravemans Call | – | – | Uncle Pad |
Down Royal – Stats & Pointers
Key recent-course statistics and pointers to help shape selections today. The lists below highlight horses, trainers and jockeys whose recent form at Down Royal (and nearby meetings) mark them out as ones to note.
Horses To Note
- Romeo Coolio — 2 runs, 2 wins (100%); 2 places (100% place rate); total prize money £10,494.07. A genuine course winner who handles conditions well.
- Kala Conti — 1 run, 1 win (100%); 1 place (100%); prize money £20,521.74. Big-money winner on debut here — a small-sample but eye-catching profile.
- Brucejack — 1 run, 1 win (100%); 1 place (100%); prize money £7,682.61. Good strike-rate from limited runs — watch for further improvement.
- Jacob’s Ladder — 1 run, 1 win (100%); 1 place (100%); prize money £6,156.52. Course winner with a simple profile — chances if repeating that run.
- Skerry Hill — 1 run, 1 win (100%); 1 place (100%); prize money £5,363.64. Short but effective record — a useful shout in similar company.
Trainers To Note
- Joseph Patrick O’Brien — 115 runs, 30 wins (26.09% win rate), 59 places (51.3% place rate); prize money £309,786.17. One of the most consistent yard presences at the course.
- Henry De Bromhead — 104 runs, 26 wins (25%); 59 places (56.73%); prize money £543,735.29. Strong returns from limited opportunities — dangerous when represented.
- Andrew McNamara — 16 runs, 4 wins (25%); 5 places (31.25%); prize money £31,143.27. Excellent strike-rate in recent outings here — worth noting with runners on the card.
- Eoin Griffin — 4 runs, 1 win (25%); 2 places (50%); prize money £9,975.21. Small sample but effective at this venue.
- William P Murphy — 3 runs, 1 win (33.33%); 1 place (33.33%); prize money £7,570.80. High strike from few starters — monitor entries.
Jockeys To Note
- Jack Kennedy — 86 rides, 32 wins (37.21% win rate); 50 places (58.14%); prize money £443,804.37. A dominant local rider — his rides demand close attention.
- Mr H C Swan — 25 rides, 7 wins (28%); 17 places (68%); prize money £52,623.35. Heavy-place rate; a strong hand in the key handicaps.
- Cian Quirke — 13 rides, 3 wins (23.08%); 6 places (46.15%); prize money £34,567.46. Reliable performer when partnering well-backed chances.
- Miss A B O’Connor — 5 rides, 1 win (20%); 3 places (60%); prize money £9,536.29. Good place strike for a small sample — keep an eye on bookings.
- James Smith — 27 rides, 5 wins (18.52%); 10 places (37.04%); prize money £36,669.78. Regular and competitive at the track.
Pointers: back course specialists and trainers with strong strike-rates here — Joseph Patrick O’Brien and Henry De Bromhead both send in well-prepared types. Jack Kennedy remains the jockey to follow where booked. Where multiple sources tip the same horse (see the tips table), those runners deserve extra inspection on the day.
Down Royal Tips and Today’s Races
Every Down Royal meeting is covered by GG with full race form including racing colours, draw, trainer and jockey stats. GG also provides free tips with all UK and Ireland racecards plus the latest live odds. Our Tip is highlighted on the racecard and you can access the horse’s recent form and analysis by clicking the “Form & Verdict” tab. Our Racing Editor also picks a free daily NAP, Double, Treble, Lucky 15 and best outsider. We also publish the selections of the leading newspaper tipsters.
Down Royal Race Results
Down Royal is one of just two turf tracks in Northern Ireland along with Downpatrick. It plays host to the two-day BetVictor Festival of Racing in late October or early November, which features the Grade 1 Champion Chase. They also race on the flat here in the summer where the June meeting features the Ulster Derby and Ulster Oaks. There are popular evening meetings at Down Royal and a Boxing Day card.
The three-mile Champion Chase was first run in 1999 and was awarded Grade 1 status in 2002. Famous winners include Florida Pearl (1999), Looks Like Trouble (2000), Beef Or Salmon (2004, 2006) and Kauto Star (2008, 2010). The course also stages the Listed bottlegreen Hurdle (formerly the WKD Hurdle) and the Grade 2 Skymas Chase at the same meeting. The hurdle was promoted to Grade 2 status in 2010 but has since been downgraded, and past winners include Mac’s Joy (2004) and Jezki (2013). The Skymas Chase has been won by the likes of Moscow Flyer (2002) and Don Cossack (2014).
GG publish Down Royal race results within moments of the weigh in being confirmed. The winner, placed horses and SP returns are displayed as soon as possible on Today’s Results & Racecards page. You can also search previous results from the calendar tab beneath the page title.
Racecourse Guide
With roots in a 1685 Royal Charter, this Grade 1 track has seen many champions pass through its gates and remains the “jewel of the North” in Irish racing. A right-handed, undulating course which could be described as “galloping” given it is just short of two miles in circumference, Down Royal presents a true test of a horse’s ability.
The chase course is on the outside of the hurdles track and is very fair with an uphill finish and a short run-in. Hurdles races have a slightly longer run-in and jockeys often take their horses wide here in search of better ground. There is a chute for five furlong sprint races on the flat but horses still race on the turn until the final furlong.
Dining, Hospitality & Facilities
The bottlegreen Suite is on the ground floor of the hospitality pavilion overlooking the racecourse. It has its own private balcony and a glass front for clear views across the track. The Pravha Suite is on the top floor and overlooks the parade ring while the exclusive Moscow Flyer Suite is on the first floor of the main grandstand. Private Suites in the hospitality pavilion can be hired for the day for up to 40 guests seated or 50 casual-style. All hospitality suites have their own private bar facilities and there are various eateries around the course to suit every budget.
Down Royal is near Lisburn in Northern Ireland, approximately 25 minutes by car or taxi from Belfast City centre. The nearest railway station is at Lisburn, 10 minutes from the racecourse.
Tickets
You can book your Down Royal tickets in advance online. Groups of 20 or more get £5 off each general admission ticket by calling the racecourse office. You can also book hospitality, including the Premium Hospitality Package in the bottlegreen Suite and the Hospitality Package in the Pravha Suite.
The Effect of the Draw
A low draw is an advantage at Down Royal in sprint races. The track favours front-runners and fast starters are very difficult to peg back.
Contact and Location
Down Royal Racecourse, Maze, Lisburn BT27 5RW. Northern Ireland.
Tel: +44 28 9262 1256
Official Website: https://downroyal.com/