17:15 Cork Tips — Sunday 5th April 2026

Our top pick for the 17:15 Cork Bumper is the promising **Long Goodbye**. Miss Elizabeth Doyle's charge has shown real consistency in his two starts to date, recording a pair of second-place finishes. This '22' form in bumpers is a strong indicator of an animal who knows his job and is knocking on the door, showing progressive improvement with each outing. Under the stewardship of Mr B. Doyle Murphy, who clearly has a good understanding of this horse, we expect him to be fully primed to shed his maiden tag today. The EVS price reflects his obvious chances and his position as the one to beat on all known form.

He handles good ground well, which will be to his advantage in what looks a competitive but winnable contest. The trend in these bumpers is often for previous experience to shine through, and Long Goodbye certainly ticks that box with his consistent runs. His professionalism and solid bumper form make him a standout.

For those looking for an each-way alternative, **Lemmy Caution** appeals. While perhaps not possessing the immediate winning form of our main selection, he's shown enough glimmers of ability to suggest he can hit the frame at a decent price, offering good value in a race where a consistent horse could easily sneak into the placings. We’re confident Long Goodbye can get the job done and kick off proceedings at Cork in style.