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Alan Magee

Alan Magee

Going updates

Thu 16th Jan 2014, 10:41

Nicky HendersonNicky Henderson
© Photo Healy Racing

The going remains soft at Thurles following 3.5mm of rain since declaration time at the Co. Tipperary venue.

Clerk of the Course Lorcan Wyer reports fresh ground is available on both the hurdle and chase courses, and there are two Grade 2 events on the seven race card which begins at 1.15pm. Last Instalment a top novice two years ago but reappearing after a 704-day absence, is among the seven runners in the Kinloch Brae Chase.

Nicky Henderson adds further intrigue by sending out his first runner at the track as Une Artiste tackles the Fame And Glory & Sans Frontieres Coolmore National Hunt Sires EBF Mares Novice Chase.

The forecast is generally dry for both today and tomorrow.

About Alan Magee
Alan has worked in the racing industry for well over 30 years including with the Sporting Life, Turform and Irish Racing Services. He took up his current role as Irish Racing Team Leader with the Press Association in 2013. He has a keen interest in most sports and plays golf.