SETANTA TIGHTENED AT THE HEAD OF CON & ANNIE KIRBY MARKET

Peter Farrell

Just twelve remain in the 2026 Con & Annie Kirby Memorial 525, and following his 27.90 quarter-final victory, Ballymac Setanta has been tightened into 5/2 for outright glory.

The Liam Dowling-trained blue was brilliant in victory, as was Bockos Gold, who maintained his unbeaten run while also breaking the magical 28-second barrier. The Graham Holland-trained runner is next best at 4/1, followed by kennel companion Ballydoyle Tina at 5/1.

The semi-final draw has undoubtedly played a role in shaping the betting market, with both Bouncing Monarch and Ballymac Duffle facing tricky trap assignments. As a result, they have been priced at 8/1 and 10/1 respectively.

Here’s how BOYLE Sports bet -

BALLYMAC SETANTA - 5/2

BOCKOS GOLD - 4/1

BALLYDOYLE TINA - 5/1

BOUNCING MONARCH - 8/1

BALLYCOWEN FRANK - 10/1

BALLYMAC DUFFLE - 10/1

GETUP THE BOY - 12/1

CUSHIE FLYTPLAN - 16/1

BEANOS YANK - 16/1

WAITINGFORASTAR - 20/1

JAYKAY FLY - 33/1

RAPIDO IVY - 66/1