Terence O'Brien at Clonmel — A Consistent Target for His Stable

Terence O'Brien’s modus operandi at Clonmel often involves targeting handicaps, both over hurdles and fences. He has a knack for placing horses shrewdly, allowing them to compete off marks that provide genuine winning chances. The testing nature of Clonmel, with its uphill finish, tends to suit his well-schooled and often stamina-laden types. You'll frequently find his runners making their mark in the colder months, from October through to March, when the ground is likely to be soft or heavy, conditions many of his charges handle with aplomb.

His horses are typically fit and ready to perform, making them a live bet even when not among the market leaders. Keep a close eye on those making their handicap debut or stepping up in trip, as O'Brien has proven adept at finding improvement from his string on the Clonmel turf. While not a yard that sends out runners in droves, the quality of preparation for those that do appear at Clonmel is consistently high.