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Havana Anna has Ballyogan Stakes target

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Unbeaten in all three runs at Naas, the Donnacha O'Brien-trained Havana Anna looks likely to return to her favoured venue for her next start with Group 3 Ballyogan Stakes an intended target.

Fourth in the Commonwealth Cup at Royal Ascot on her penultimate start, the three-year-old proved slightly disappointing back over the minimum trip at the Curragh last time.

With an extra furlong to race in Sunday's Tally Ho Stud-sponsored contest, O'Brien is hopeful of a big showing from his star sprinter: “She’s actually working well and is back against fillies only. She likes Naas and she’ll go there with a chance.”

(Quotes by Gary Carson).

About John O'Riordan
John has worked for the Press Association since 2022. He also writes a weekly column for The Irish Field and is a regular contributor to the Irish Racing Yearbook. He has previously written for the Racing Post, Irish Examiner and Irish Daily Mirror. He has been involved in racing for over three decades; having experience as a syndicate member, sole owner and breeder.