Curragh testing ahead of Flat opener The Flat season in Ireland begins on Sunday and the going looks set to be testing at the Curragh. Following 2mm of rain overnight it is heavy, soft to heavy in places ahead of the card, which features the Irish Lincolnshire. Racing will take place on the stand's side. Showers are forecast for today while it is set to be mainly dry tomorrow. More persistent rain is expected on Thursday. Limerick race on Thursday and the ground is soft to heavy, heavy in places. The forecast is for rain developing late on Wednesday into Thursday morning with 17mm possible.
