Killarney Racecards: Old Market Lane Traders Novice Chase Preview

Killarney 16:20 Racecard: Top Contenders Line Up for the Old Market Lane Traders Novice Chase

The Old Market Lane Traders Novice Chase at Killarney on Saturday, August 22, 2026, features a competitive five-runner field contesting the 2m 7f 80y event on good-to-yielding ground, according to Betfair racecards. P. Mullins-trained Uncle Pat and Gordon Elliott’s Emily Love.

Butch Cassidy Seeks Return to Winning Form at Killarney

Butch Cassidy enters the contest as a 6/5 favorite following a strong victory in a five-runner novice chase over course and distance on May 9, 2026, according to Betfair records. Ridden by D. J. O’Keeffe for trainer Henry de Bromhead, the six-year-old gelding holds an official rating of 137. The stable reports that the runner has historically performed well following a break, positioning the entrant for another bold bid returning to the venue.

Uncle Pat Brings Marathon Stamina to the Contest

P. Partnered with jockey D. While the runner previously confirmed strong staying promise by winning a 19-runner handicap chase over 31 furlongs at Punchestown in May, Betfair analysts note that the contender’s overall record tends to be patchy outside of marathon trips.

Emily Love Seeks Bounce-Back Performance for Gordon Elliott

W. Kennedy for trainer Gordon Elliott, according to Betfair. Carrying 10st 13lbs with an official rating of 121, the seven-year-old mare captured a novice chase at Tramore on May 30, 2026, before finishing third in a three-runner field at Punchestown just eight days later. Betfair notes that the prolific novice hurdler may have found the quick turnaround at Punchestown testing, leaving the runner with further potential to unlock over fences.

Race Details and Field Summary

• Race: Old Market Lane Traders Novice Chase
• Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026
• Time: 16:20
• Distance: 2m 7f 80y
• Going: Good (Good to Yielding in places)
• Number of Runners: 5