A SPECIAL ENTRY FOR DERBY PLATE

Ian Fortune

There seems little doubt that this year’s Michael Fortune Memorial Derby Plate is the hottest in memory with the presence of the Liam Dowling duo of Ballymac Setanta and Ballymac Deniro.

Both were heavily backed for Derby glory only to crash out in unlucky circumstances. 

However, the presence of the pair adds real quality to the Plate and the pair will no doubt head the ante-post market for the €7,500 to the winner competition. But this is far from a two-dog affair. The entry also includes Derby heat winners, Oriental King, Amidus Hulk and Ballyhooly Cliff. Throw in the likes of Ballymac Scheff, Coolemount Fame, Slippery Felix, Slick Sanctuary, Miami Hans, Droopys Porter, Roaming Shelby, Music Inthe Air, Mydras Opinion, Grouchos Frank, Ballymac Altobel, Newinn Spot, Ballymac Siun, Gaytime Clyde, Cheque For Cash, Avenue Queen, Ballyhooly Bruno and Swords Style amongst others and it really is a tremendous stake.

The full draw for the Michael Fortune Memorial Plate is available in upcoming cards. It certainly adds real class to Friday’s card at Shelbourne Park.