Sullane Hill is going for a Thurles hat-trick on Sunday© Photo Healy Racing
BetVictor Brand Ambassador Rachael Blackmore rode the impressive Bob Olinger to victory at Navan on Friday. Henry De Bromhead’s charge is fancied to have a big season as he competes at the very top of the novice hurdle division.
On to Sunday, where Rachael has 5 rides at Thurles. Once again, the leading jockey has shared here thoughts with us.
I start off with Mormon (12.30) in the beginners’ chase. He ran well when finishing 5th in the Troytown Chase at Navan. That was his first run since February, so he should improve fitness wise from that. If he can run to that level again he should be there or thereabouts.
Next, I’m aboard Ask Cory (13.00) for Henry again in the Malony Cup. He’s been consistent, with his last run at Fairyhouse very encouraging when finishing second. Previously he won at Killarney on good ground, so if he can continue this upward curve, he should be there at the business end.
I’m on Kapard (14.00) in the mares’ novice hurdle. She followed up her maiden hurdle win with a victory at Wexford the last day. This is a very competitive race and Kapard is still learning but has bags of potential. If she improves again here she could run a big race.
My penultimate ride of on Sullane Hill (2.20) in the handicap hurdle. He arrives here having won twice on the bounce over the course at Thurles, so we couldn’t be happier with him going into this. It is my first time riding him so hopefully we can keep his good record at the track going.
Finally, I’m on Allbarone (15.00) for Henry in the novice hurdle. He followed up on his good second placing at Wexford to go one better the last day at Limerick. He definitely enjoys the softer ground and with further rain forecast at Thurles, we’re hoping he’ll be in the shake-up at the finish.
Read more of Rachael's thoughts on her BetVictor Blog
