Curragh

Racing is on the middle track today and, on last year's corresponding card, those drawn in low numbers on the far side very much held sway in the three sprints. With that in mind, NOBLE NATION, who goes well fresh, is the selection from stall 8 for a yard that is in better form now. The ultra-consistent Nouvel Espoir should go well from stall 6, while Gerritt's Gem and Irish Rumour can make the frame. Apothic Red still has plenty of upside. Sommelier shaped well last weekend and might have been the selection, were it not for his high draw. [Mark Nunan]