Direct Approach
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Ownership history
- Kieron GammellCurrent
- Mrs Magnier M Tabor D Smith Mrs A M Obrienuntil 20 Sept 2025
Newest first. Dates mark when the horse left each owner.
Breeding
- Sire
- No Nay Never
- Dam
- Asteya
- Damsire
- Tiger Hill
Trainer history
- CurrentGordon Elliott
- 20 Sept 2025Donnacha Aidan O'Brien
Past runs (tracked here)
| Date | Race | Type | Pos | SP | AI |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Jul 2026 | Downpatrick 14:37 Randox (C & G) Maiden Hurdle | Hurdle | 6 | 17/2 | 13.7 |
Only runs Racing Alpha has synced are shown. Lifetime form is in the Racing Post form section above.
Spotlight commentary and quotes are editorial content from the Racing Post / Racing API. Ratings (OR/RPR/TS) are from Racing Post. Racing Alpha's AI score is in the “AI” column for runs we rated. 18+ only · Bet responsibly · BeGambleAware.org