Minella Diamond

The real story, though, is what has happened recently. Minella Diamond won two of its last six races, including a victory at Limerick just two months ago. Before that run ended with a fourth-place finish, the horse was on a streak: a win, followed by a place, then another win. That kind of form — winning races you're meant to win and staying competitive in between — is exactly what trainers look for in a horse they want to keep racing. Last raced just a day ago, Minella Diamond is clearly active and part of plans.

There is also a clear partnership at work here. Danny Mullins has ridden the horse five times and won twice from those rides — a 40% win rate together, which is excellent. That level of success with one jockey often signals they understand the horse and how to get the best from it. Minella Diamond made its first appearance in the winner's circle at Killarney on 20 July 2023, and it has been a consistent campaigner ever since. This is a horse that shows up, runs its race, and regularly finds the frame. In racing terms, that is honest work.