1:50 Punchestown
This Ladbrokes 'That's Ladisfaction' Handicap Chase over 2m50y at Punchestown on good to yielding ground brings together a competitive field of ten, most of them aged 7-10 and carrying similar ratings in the mid-130s. The KTB numbers show a blanket of closely matched ability with very little to choose between the principals on recent RPRs, though the Fit scores underline that several bring questions of current form and consistency. With plenty of recent placed efforts and falls mixed in, the race looks likely to be decided by which horse can rediscover its best on a track that asks serious questions.
How the race shapes up
The pace shape suggests a truly run affair with several prominent racers likely to go forward early. Indiana Jones, Listentillitellyea and War Correspondent are all noted as forward-goers, which should ensure a decent gallop from the outset. The key question is whether the early pace will prove too hot for those trying to come from off the pace, or if the prominent types can dictate matters and hold on up the stiff Punchestown finish.
The KTB Fit ranking
- 1Indiana Jones0/100
- 2Gaelic Arc0/100
- 3Listentillitellyea0/100
- 4Be Fierce0/100
- 5War Correspondent0/100
- 6Hashtag Pretender0/100
- 7Birdie Or Bust0/100
- 8Stuntman Steve0/100
- 9Crescent Moon0/100
- 10Park That0/100
The contenders
Indiana Jones KTB Fit 0/100
Indiana Jones arrives as the KTB Selection despite a modest recent sequence of 0P055-. The 10-year-old retains a useful RPR of 136 and TS of 127, suggesting the ability remains if he can be coaxed back to form. Trainer M F Morris and claiming jockey Alan O'Sullivan combine with a modest strike-rate but the KTB read on the horse is positive. He has handled good to yielding ground before and the track should suit his prominent run-style. No headgear or wind operations are noted and he has previous course experience.
Gaelic Arc KTB Fit 0/100
Gaelic Arc is the second highest in the KTB Fit ranking though his recent form of 846-0F raises questions. He posts a solid RPR of 137 but a low TS of 36 hints at possible limitations on the clock. The John Patrick Ryan yard and Harry Sexton claim a modest strike-rate together. The KTB assessment notes he handles good to yielding going and the course is within his compass. His run-style is prominent and he has no current flags.
Listentillitellyea KTB Fit 0/100
Listentillitellyea has the figures to be a serious player with an RPR of 134 and TS of 130. His form line of 35/F-7 shows flashes of ability mixed with inconsistency and a fall. Thomas Gibney and James Smith have a modest combined record but the KTB read is that the horse remains capable. Good to yielding ground is fine and he has course form. A forward run-style is expected and there are no headgear or wind flags.
Be Fierce KTB Fit 0/100
Be Fierce enters off a 4910-4 profile and holds an RPR of 132 with a lower TS of 91. The 9-year-old is trained by T M Walsh who teams up with Gavin Brouder; their strike-rate is modest. KTB views him as having ability on his day and he has shown he goes well on good to yielding ground. The course should not be an issue and his run-style is prominent. No flags are carried.
War Correspondent KTB Fit 0/100
War Correspondent is a 7-year-old with solid recent form of 33P-44 and figures of 133 RPR and 95 TS. R P Cody and claiming jockey Paddy Cody have a modest strike-rate but KTB sees the horse as competitive at this level. He has handled good to yielding conditions and the track is suitable. His forward run-style should see him involved early and there are no headgear or wind operations listed.
The rest of the field
Hashtag PretenderKTB Fit 0/100
Hashtag Pretender brings respectable figures of 132 RPR and 86 TS from his 13/23- form. Barry Connell and Liam McKenna team up and the horse will sport first-time headgear. KTB notes he acts on good to yielding ground and has course experience.
Birdie Or BustKTB Fit 0/100
Birdie Or Bust holds strong figures with 136 RPR and 105 TS despite the 7129P- form. Henry De Bromhead sends him out with Mike O'Connor in the saddle. The KTB read is that he handles good to yielding and the course.
Stuntman SteveKTB Fit 0/100
Stuntman Steve is rated 133 RPR and 100 TS with recent form of 9455-P. Gavin Cromwell and Eoghan Finegan combine at a modest strike-rate. KTB notes he goes well on good to yielding ground and has course form.
Crescent MoonKTB Fit 0/100
Crescent Moon, a 6-year-old, has an RPR of 135 and TS of 119 but recent form of 5PPP-5 is modest. Gavin Cromwell teams up with Kieren Buckley. The KTB assessment says he acts on the ground and has course experience.
Park ThatKTB Fit 0/100
Park That is the youngest at six with figures of 134 RPR and 97 TS from 0932-6 form. E Bolger and Aidan Kelly have a modest record together. KTB notes the horse handles good to yielding ground and the track.
KTB verdict
Indiana Jones is the KTB Selection and looks to have the best blend of proven ability and suitability to conditions. His RPR of 136 and prominent style should allow him to be on the pace in a race that is likely to be truly run. The main dangers are Gaelic Arc and Listentillitellyea, both of whom have the figures to take a hand if they can put recent disappointments behind them. Be Fierce and War Correspondent are also capable of featuring in what remains a tight handicap.
KTB Selection Indiana Jones
Morning odds
Best available price per runner, captured 06:17 UTC, 6 Jun. These are a morning snapshot and will have moved — see the live racecard for current prices.
| Runner | Morning price | Bookmaker |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana Jones | 11/1 | Bet365 |
| Gaelic Arc | 28/1 | Bet365 |
| Listentillitellyea | 22/1 | Bet365 |
| Be Fierce | 10/1 | BetTom |
| War Correspondent | 10/1 | BetTom |
| Hashtag Pretender | 10/3 | Bet365 |
| Birdie Or Bust | 17/2 | LiveScore Bet |
| Stuntman Steve | 5/1 | BetTom |
| Crescent Moon | 10/1 | Bet365 |
| Park That | 9/4 | BetTom |
This is the narrative read of the 1:50 Punchestown. For the live card — runner-by-runner stats, the full Fit Score breakdown and current odds — see the Punchestown racecard. New here? How KTB works explains the Fit Score and why we publish both.
Questions about this race
Which horse is the KTB Selection?
Indiana Jones
What is the likely pace shape of the race?
A truly run affair with several prominent racers ensuring a decent gallop from the outset
Which horses are expected to race prominently?
Indiana Jones, Listentillitellyea and War Correspondent
Which runner is wearing first-time headgear?
Hashtag Pretender
What are the highest RPRs in the field?
Gaelic Arc and Birdie Or Bust both have 137 and 136 respectively, with several others in the 132-136 range
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