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Alan Magee

Alan Magee

Acquired now has Ballybrit Target

Fri 26th Jul 2013, 19:34

Target Acquired (far side) holds off the challenge of Toccata BlueTarget Acquired (far side) holds off the challenge of Toccata Blue
© Photo Healy Racing

Target Acquired could make a quick reappearance at Galway on Monday after coming out best in an exciting finish to the Now Is A Good Time Handicap at Down Royal.

Chris Hayes elected to force the pace in the seven-furlong event but he appeared to have an uphill task as top-weight Toccata Blue threw down a strong challenge at the furlong pole.

However Andy Oliver’s charge dug deep inside the final 100 yards and had a head to spare at the line. Almadaa was a further length and three quarters back in third.

Oliver said, “His form has been working out pretty solid and he’s versatile in terms of ground and trip. I thought the seven furlongs here might be a bit quick but Chris gave him a good positive ride.

“He’s entered at Galway on Monday and the plan is to run there under a penalty.”

1st
9/4
Tote €2.60 €1.02
2nd
hd
2/1Fav
€1.70
3rd
1.75L
10/1
€3.50
4th
1.75L
25/1
About Alan Magee
Alan has worked in the racing industry for well over 30 years including with the Sporting Life, Turform and Irish Racing Services. He took up his current role as Irish Racing Team Leader with the Press Association in 2013. He has a keen interest in most sports and plays golf.